Originally born in an impoverished community, Charity's parents sought out the most educated man in the nearby New England town to raise their daughter. After being surrendered to a lawyer named Royall, Charity was raised comfortably by Mr. Royall and his wife. However, when Mrs. Royall tragically passes away, Charity's relationship with Royall is threatened. After his wife's death, Royall begins to feel sexually attracted to Charity, and when she...

Long, hot days, thunderstorms, and outdoor activities signal the beginning of summer. Animals are more active and vegetables are ready to pick. Eager students will find out how summer changes people, plants, and animals.

Welcome summer! Learn what animals do during the hot weather of summer.

Under a burning sun on the dry grassland, animals ranging from a tiny field mouse to a large elephant fight over bit of shade until they learn a better way.

For many kids, summer is their favorite season. It's a time that's often filled with sunshine, fun foods, and vacations. Readers explore these and other essential details about summer in this accessible guide to a popular season. This elementary curriculum concept is presented through clear and concise main text and eye-catching fact boxes. The text is paired with colorful photographs of summer weather, celebrations, and more. A helpful glossary is...

Did you know that a year has four seasons? Summer comes after spring and before fall. Discover these and other interesting facts in Summer.

Teach young readers all about summer in this informative, easy-to-read, illustrated book. Learn about the position of the sun, the summer solstice, the activities of plants and animals, and all of the fun things humans can do during the season of summer! A season calandar, autumn activity ideas, glossary, and index provide more learning opportunities! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Looking Glass Library is an imprint...

California holds the world record for the highest summer temperature. One day in 1913, Death Valley reached 134° Fahrenheit (57° Celsius). Learn more in Summer, one of the titles in the Weather and Climate series.

Five personal essays and one short play by six gifted and bestselling American writers-Meg Wolitzer, Louise Erdrich, Beverly Lowry, Diane Johnson, the late Veronica Geng, and the late Alice Adams-capture compelling memories of summer. The subjects include swimming, gardening, cabins in the wilderness, days spent reading, summer love, and a thwarted attempt to go bowling on a hot night.