From an Idea to Disney is a behind-the-movie-screen look into the history, business, and brand of the world's largest entertainment empire. With humorous black & white illustrations throughout, learn about the company behind the world's favorite mouse, Mickey! "I only hope that we never lose sight of one thing-that it was all started by a mouse." -Walt Disney Today, the Walt Disney Company is the biggest entertainment company in the world with theme...

An introduction to the life and accomplishments of the champion of an independent India and global icon of peace and freedom.

"Celebrated author Carole Boston Weatherford and illustrator Floyd Cooper provide a powerful look at the 1921 Tulsa race massacre, one of the worst incidents of racial violence in our nation's history"--

Although Earth has only one moon, other planets in our solar system have more. Readers learn about the fascinating features of these other moons.

Achilles was a legendary warrior of ancient Greece. When Paris, the Trojan prince, kidnapped the beautiful Helen, the Greek armies joined together under the great king Agamemnon to bring her back. The Achaean Greeks would fight the Trojans for 10 years. Agamemnon's pride, however, would threaten to destroy the Achaeans' chances of victory. When he took Achilles' battle prize, Achilles refused to fight. Of all the Achaeans, though, only Achilles could...

This comprehensive book outlines the geography, history, people, government, and economy of California. All books in the It's My State! ® series are the definitive research tool for readers looking to know the ins and outs of a specific state, including comprehensive coverage of its history, people, culture, geography, economy and government.

"A true account of the attack and sinking of the passenger ship SS City of Benares, which was evacuating children from England during WWII."--Provided by publisher.

Discover Series Books for Babies,Toddlers Better than an aquarium at the doctor's office, FISH features 25 full,color photographs of fish and other sea animals. Crisp, colorful photographs introduce children to fish from around the world and titles beneath each image make sure mom and dad can identify each little swimmer on their next trip to the aquarium. Used as a jumpstart for interaction, Discover Series Picture Books are a great way to introduce...

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! Math is everywhere in shopping! See what's for sale inside this book-and how we need math to finish the purchase! You'll need your math smarts to add and subtract prices, figure out percentages with discounts and sales tax, calculate the best deals, stay within a budget, and more. It all adds up to a lot of fun!

Amelia Earhart was a woman of many successes. She had an eagerness to learn, and a true talent for flying. From the first time she rode in a plane, she knew she wanted to take control. She continued on to set records around the world. Fly through this inspiring title for young readers.