John Hamilton

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title, readers will learn about the development of World War I's various weapons. Each chapter is dedicated to an in-depth examination of a weapon, including Dreadnoughts, artillery, tanks, U-boats, aircraft, and chemical warfare. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words...

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title readers will learn about the events leading to WWI. European countries harbored deep distrust for one another, and this book breaks the feelings down by empire. The chain reactions are clearly laid out to summarize the violent events that lead to WWI. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO....

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title readers will get a first hand look at life in the trenches. Primary sources, data, and research are used to explain the horrors that took place in them, as well as sanitary conditions, structure, and soldier assignments. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index...

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title readers will get to know the most decisive battles and influential military leaders from both sides of WWI. Each chapter uses casualty data and dates to explain the carnage created by new weapon technology and trench warfare. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words...

Kick excitement into high gear with this extreme title! Short, easy-to-read text pairs with full-color, action-packed photos to introduce young adventurers to choppers. Readers will learn what a chopper is and about the history of choppers. Chopper components are discussed, including the forks, engine, chassis, tires, wheels, brakes, and chrome. Custom work such as bobbers, personalized paint jobs, and sissy bars are also included. Extreme facts supplement...

This title explores the development and use of the V-22 Osprey. Readers will follow the history of this tiltrotor vertical/short takeoff and landing aircraft, and learn about its military and performance specifications. Features such as its blade fold and wing stowage system, three-bladed proprotor, payload, night-vision system, and integrated helmet display are detailed. Readers will learn about its weapon systems including machine guns, weapon turret,...

Explores myths and legends of aliens and alien encounters. For generations, ghoulish tales of horror have tingled the spine of young and old alike. World of Horror explores the haunted places of these legends and folklore, and the creatures that dwell in the darkness. Uncover the secrets of witches, curses of mummies, methods of monsters, and more! Learn about vampires, werewolves, goblins, and ghosts. Discover how the masters of horror weave the...

Welcome to North Carolina, the Old North State! Students will explore the Blue Ridge Mountains, attend a Carolina Panthers football game, tour the Wright Brothers National Memorial, and more as they learn about North Carolina's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...

Welcome to Montana, the Treasure State! Students will explore Glacier National Park, witness Rocky Mountain wildlife, attend a Native American powwow, and more as they learn about Montana's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Detailed...

Welcome to Wisconsin, the Badger State! Students will explore the Apostle Islands, attend a Green Bay Packers football game, visit Wisconsin Dells, and more as they learn about Wisconsin's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Detailed maps...