creative paperbacks fall 2014 catalog

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CONTENTS

New Titles

Picture Books

Making Music

Fetch!

Creepy Creatures

Amazing Animals

The Big Time

Super Bowl Champions

Great Warriors

Classic Series

Preserving America

When Dinosaurs Lived

Age of Dinosaurs

Seedlings

Grow with Me

Nature’s Bounty

Living Wild

Our Wonderful Weather

Mysteries of the Universe

Simple Machines

Built for Success

Spies Around the World

Great Expeditions

Brushes with Greatness

Grammar Basics

Poetry Basics

Nonfiction: Writing for Fact and Argument

Rescue Vehicles

Horsing Around

That’s Spooky!

NFL Today

Baseball: The Great American Game

World Series Champions

NBA Champions

The NBA: A History of Hoops

Ordering Information

CinderellaAuthor: Charles Perrault

Illustrator: Roberto Innocenti

Price: $7.99; Interest level: Age 8 and up

Page count: 32; Trim size: 7-3/4" x 11"

978-0-89812-828-4

Erika’s StoryAuthor: Ruth Vander Zee



Page count: 24; Trim size: 10" x 9-1/2"

978-0-89812-891-8

Self-Portrait with Seven Fingers: The Life of Marc Chagall in VerseAuthors: J. Patrick Lewis, Jane Yolen


Page count: 40; Trim size: 8" x 11-1/4"

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Rose BlancheAuthor: Christophe Gallaz



Page count: 32; Trim size: 8-1/4" x 11"

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New Titles: PICTURE BOOKS

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Author: Michael J. Rosen

Illustrator: Maria Cristina

Pritelli

Price: $12.00

Interest level: Age 10

and up

Page count: 40

Trim size: 11-1/2" x 8-5/8"

978-0-89812-976-2

Sailing the Unknown: Around the World with Captain Cook

Panoramic illustrations portray stormy

seas, tropical paradises, and the rigors

of 18th-century seagoing life, while the

engaging text narrates the passage of

time and events of Cook’s historic three-

year expedition in the shorthand style of

a journal from the period.

Freedom Like SunlightAuthor: J. Patrick Lewis

Illustrator: John Thompson


Page count: 40; Trim size: 9" x 11"

978-0-89812-973-1

A Night on the RangeAuthor: Aaron Frisch

Illustrator: Chris Sheban


Page count: 32; Trim size: 10-3/4" x 9-1/2"

978-0-89812-829-1

Tuba LessonsAuthor: T. C. Bartlett

Illustrator: Monique Felix



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The Velveteen RabbitAuthor: Margery Williams Bianco

Illustrator: Monique Felix



978-0-89812-831-4

And the Soldiers Sang

Some of the most unrelenting combat

of World War I was waged along the

infamous Western Front, where, during

the Christmas of 1914, enemies set

guns aside and came together as friends

for one brief interlude of peace and

Christmas fellowship.

Author: J. Patrick Lewis

Illustrator: Gary Kelley

Price: $9.99

Interest level: Age 8 and up

Page count: 32

Trim size: 9" x 12"

978-0-89812-975-5

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New Titles: MAK ING MUS IC

Making Music

Making Music offers young readers a chance to experience a variety of

musical instruments—before they even play a note! Labeled images

assist in identification of common components as this series describes

the featured instrument’s sounds and workings, including basic

instruction on how to play it. Each title concludes with a spotlight on

a famous musician who plays the instrument today.

Price Individual titles: $7.99 Specifications Page count: 24 Trim size: 8-1/4" x 10" Color photographs © 2014 Interest level: Age 6 and up

Drums 978-0-89812-945-8Flute 978-0-89812-946-5Guitar 978-0-89812-947-2Piano 978-0-89812-948-9Trumpet 978-0-89812-949-6Violin 978-0-89812-950-2

“The melding of lush photography and sparse text makes

for a great experience in viewing and reading.” – Booklist


New Titles: F E TCH !

Fetch!

Fetch! helps future pet owners retrieve basic knowledge about the

traits and history of six popular dog breeds. Dynamic photos bound

off the page, and the text gently instructs young owners in the care

and responsibility of pets. At the end of each book is a panel about a

famous pop-culture example of the breed, from Snoopy to Toto.

Price Individual titles: $7.99 Specifications Page count: 24 Trim size: 8-1/4" ! 10" Color photographs © 2014 Interest level: Age 6 and up

Beagles 978-0-89812-939-7Bulldogs 978-0-89812-940-3German Shepherds 978-0-89812-941-0Poodles 978-0-89812-942-7Retrievers 978-0-89812-943-4Terriers 978-0-89812-944-1

“The glossy pages, shimmering with clean white backgrounds,

draw attention to the fuzzy little buddies—and when the focus

turns to chubby puppies? Well, it’s squealing time.” – Booklist


New Titles: CREE PY CREATURES

Creepy Creatures

Each book matches clear, STEM-appropriate

text with up-close (and often startling) photos

to give young readers an easy-to-follow

introduction to the featured insect or other

invertebrate’s body, growth process, behavior,

food sources, and common habitats. Each title

concludes with an activity that emphasizes the

animal’s defining physical characteristics.

Price Individual titles: $6.99 Specifications Page count: 24 Trim size: 8-7/8" x 8-3/4"; Color photo-graphs and illustra-tions; © 2011–2014 Interest level: Age 6 and up

New Titles Dragonflies 978-0-89812-933-5Fleas 978-0-89812-934-2Grasshoppers 978-0-89812-935-9Mites 978-0-89812-936-6Moths 978-0-89812-937-3Stick Insects 978-0-89812-938-0

Classic Titles Ants 978-0-89812-793-5Beetles 978-0-89812-794-2Centipedes 978-0-89812-565-8Cockroaches 978-0-89812-795-9Crickets 978-0-89812-566-5Mantises 978-0-89812-567-2

Scorpions 978-0-89812-568-9Slugs 978-0-89812-796-6Spiders 978-0-89812-569-6Termites 978-0-89812-798-0Ticks 978-0-89812-797-3Worms 978-0-89812-570-2

“Riveting, close-up photos … will draw young audiences to these introductions.” – School Library Journal


New Titles: AMAZ ING AN IMA LS

New Titles Camels 978-0-89812-925-0Cougars 978-0-89812-926-7Hummingbirds 978-0-89812-927-4Sea Lions 978-0-89812-928-1Tortoises 978-0-89812-929-8Whales 978-0-89812-930-4 Woodpeckers 978-0-89812-931-1Zebras 978-0-89812-932-8

Amazing Animals

This popular and newly expanded series continues traveling the

planet to study mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish. Beautiful

photos are paired with STEM-appropriate text to examine the

featured creature’s appearance, habitat, behaviors, and life cycle.

Classic Titles Alligators 978-0-89812-689-1Bats 978-0-89812-690-7Bison 978-0-89812-787-4Cheetahs 978-0-89812-561-0Crocodiles 978-0-89812-749-2Dolphins 978-0-89812-562-7Eagles 978-0-89812-691-4Elephants 978-0-89812-563-4Giraffes 978-0-89812-741-6Gorillas 978-0-89812-692-1

PriceIndividual titles: $7.99Specifications Page count: 24; Trim size: 9" ! 11-1/4"; Color photographs; © 2009–2014; Interest level: Age 6 and up

Jaguars 978-0-89812-788-1Killer Whales 978-0-89812-694-5 Koalas 978-0-89812-746-1Komodo Dragons 978-0-89812-789-8Leopards 978-0-89812-695-2 Lions 978-0-89812-747-8Monkeys 978-0-89812-742-3Moose 978-0-89812-696-9Owls 978-0-89812-790-4Pandas 978-0-89812-791-1

Parrots 978-0-89812-825-3Penguins 978-0-89812-743-0Polar Bears 978-0-89812-752-2Rhinoceroses 978-0-89812-792-8Sharks 978-0-89812-744-7Snakes 978-0-89812-751-5Swans 978-0-89812-748-5Tigers 978-0-89812-745-4Wolves 978-0-89812-564-1

“The large, beautiful photos on each spread

include vivid shots of animals in action as

well as close-ups of their faces.” – Booklist


New Titles: THE B IG T IME

The Big Time

No matter the field of entertainment or competition, every talented

performer dreams of making it to the top. This colorful series

introduces young readers to current athletic icons such as electrifying

wide receiver Calvin Johnson, NBA champion LeBron James, and

more, learning where these stars came from, the challenges they’ve

overcome, and how they made it to … The Big Time !

PriceIndividual titles: $9.99SpecificationsPage count: 24 Trim size: 8-1/4" x 10"Color photographs © 2014Interest level: Age 6 and up

Aaron Rodgers 978-1-62832-059-6Adrian Peterson 978-1-62832-060-2Calvin Johnson 978-1-62832-076-3Kevin Durant 978-1-62832-077-0LeBron James 978-1-62832-063-3

“… a package with enough visual sophistication for somewhat older

reluctant readers …” – Booklist


New Titles: SUPE R BOWL CHAMP IONS

Super Bowl Champions

This series puts readers ages six and up into the action, acquainting

them with the story and larger-than-life stars of National Football

League teams that have won the game’s biggest prize—the Super

Bowl trophy. Each title presents action-driven photos and close-ups,

a concise history of the team from its origin to today, brief profiles of

NFL stars, and a “Facts File” of the team.

Baltimore Ravens 978-0-89812-951-9Chicago Bears 978-0-89812-952-6Dallas Cowboys 978-0-89812-953-3Denver Broncos 978-0-89812-954-0Green Bay Packers 978-0-89812-955-7 Indianapolis Colts 978-0-89812-956-4 Kansas City Chiefs 978-0-89812-957-1 Miami Dolphins 978-0-89812-958-8 New England Patriots 978-0-89812-959-5

New Orleans Saints 978-0-89812-960-1New York Giants 978-0-89812-961-8New York Jets 978-0-89812-962-5Oakland Raiders 978-0-89812-963-2 Pittsburgh Steelers 978-0-89812-964-9St. Louis Rams 978-0-89812-965-6San Francisco 49ers 978-0-89812-966-3Tampa Bay Buccaneers 978-0-89812-967-0 Washington Redskins 978-0-89812-968-7

PriceIndividual titles: $7.99SpecificationsPage count: 24Trim size: 8-3/4" ! 8-3/4"Color photographs © 2014Interest level: Age 6 and up

“… one of the few attractive football series with a text

short enough for reading to young children.” – Booklist


New Titles: GREAT WARR IORS

Great Warriors

Each era of human history has seen its share of Great Warriors. But

what made these fighters great, and why do people remain fascinated

by them today? From simple text and artful illustrations, kids will

discover what life was like for combatants in different parts of the

world. Each book features famous examples of each warrior, in all

their swashbuckling glory, and explains how their mode of battle grew

out of their particular culture.

PriceIndividual titles: $9.99SpecificationsPage count: 24Trim size: 9" x 11"Color and historical photographs and illus-trations; © 2014Interest level: Age 6 and up

New Titles Barbarians 978-1-62832-066-4Conquistadors 978-1-62832-067-1Mongols 978-1-62832-068-8Vikings 978-1-62832-069-5

Classic Titles Gladiators 978-0-89812-571-9Knights 978-0-89812-572-6Pirates 978-0-89812-573-3Samurai 978-0-89812-574-0

“… some of history’s baddest bunches—scaled way

down for a younger crowd.” – Booklist


Classic Series: P R ESE RV ING AMER ICA

PriceIndividual titles: $6.99SpecificationsPage count: 24Trim size: 9-5/8" x 10-1/2"Color and historical photographs and illustrations© 2012Interest level: Age 6 and up

PriceIndividual titles: $12.00SpecificationsPage count: 48Trim size: 8-3/4" ! 10-1/4"Color photographs © 2014Interest level: Age 10 and up

Preserving America

Surveying the full history and development

of each park, and featuring notes offering tips

and itineraries for visitors, these gorgeously

illustrated titles transport readers to the most

magnificent wilderness areas the United States

has to offer.

Death Valley National Park 978-0-89812-877-2Everglades National Park 978-0-89812-878-9Grand Canyon National Park 978-0-89812-879-6Great Smoky Mountains National Park 978-0-89812-880-2Yellowstone National Park 978-0-89812-881-9 Yosemite National Park 978-0-89812-882-6

Classic Series: WHEN D INOSAURS L I V ED

Classic Series: AGE OF D INOSAURS

PriceIndividual titles: $9.99SpecificationsPage count: 48Trim size: 9-5/8" x 10-1/2"Color and historical photographs and illustrations© 2011Interest level: Age 10 and up

Age of Dinosaurs

The age of dinosaurs was filled with

spectacularly diverse life forms. This series

invites readers on paleontological expeditions,

starting each book with the moment of the

prehistoric creature’s discovery and concluding

with what scientists know about it today.

Apatosaurus 978-0-89812-539-9Pterodactyl 978-0-89812-540-5Stegosaurus 978-0-89812-541-2Triceratops 978-0-89812-542-9Tyrannosaurus rex 978-0-89812-543-6Velociraptor 978-0-89812-544-3

When Dinosaurs Lived

The terrifying Tyrannosaurus rex. The tanklike

Triceratops. Although they vanished from Earth

millions of years ago, these and other extinct

creatures remain endlessly fascinating. When

Dinosaurs Lived takes young readers back in

time for a fundamental introduction to six

ancient reptiles and the world they ruled.

Apatosaurus 978-0-89812-730-0Pterodactyls 978-0-89812-731-7Stegosaurus 978-0-89812-732-4Triceratops 978-0-89812-733-1Tyrannosaurus rex 978-0-89812-734-8Velociraptor 978-0-89812-735-5

“Each volume in the series is lavishly illustrated with photographs of fossils, bones, and …

reproductions … from original monographs and scientific papers.” – Science Books and Films


Classic Series: S E ED L INGS

Seedlings

Seedlings offers irresistible introductions to

exotic animals and familiar construction

vehicles, using a friendly voice and

educational text crafted for the youngest of

readers. Dynamic photos depict the bodies,

behaviors, and habitats of animals and the

parts, operation, and roles of machines.

Bulldozers 978-0-89812-883-3Cranes 978-0-89812-884-0Diggers 978-0-89812-885-7Dolphins 978-0-89812-781-2Dump Trucks 978-0-89812-886-4Elephants 978-0-89812-782-9Giraffes 978-0-89812-783-6Price

Individual titles: $6.99SpecificationsPage count: 24Trim size: 8-3/4" ! 8-3/4"Color photographs © 2013–2014Interest level: Age 4 and up

Lions 978-0-89812-784-3Monkeys 978-0-89812-785-0 Penguins 978-0-89812-786-7Sharks 978-0-89812-887-1 Snakes 978-0-89812-888-8 Tigers 978-0-89812-889-5 Wolves 978-0-89812-890-1

“The rhythmic text lends itself nicely to being

read aloud, and the crisp layout offers a solid

opportunity to start introducing nonfiction

features.” – School Library Journal


Classic Series: GROW WI TH ME

Bee978-0-89812-767-6Butterfly978-0-89812-768-3Frog978-0-89812-769-0Ladybug978-0-89812-770-6Sunflower978-0-89812-771-3Tomato978-0-89812-772-0

Grow with Me

Grow with Me peers into a beehive, a cocoon,

garden soil, and elsewhere to explore up-close

the lives and growth of an assortment of

creatures and plants. Magnified photos and a

life-cycle recap contribute to the educational

experience.

PriceIndividual titles: $8.99SpecificationsPage count: 32Trim size: 8-1/4" x 10-3/4"; Color photographs; © 2013Interest level: Age 8 and up

“The magnified photos are sure to attract the young reader as they gain an up-close look at the life stages and anatomical

parts.… The books end with a very nice summary of the entire life cycle.” – National Science Teachers Association

A Desert Food Chain 978-1-897563-09-0A Mountain Food Chain 978-1-897563-10-6An Ocean Food Chain 978-0-89812-740-9A Prairie Food Chain 978-1-897563-12-0A Rainforest Food Chain 978-0-89812-739-3

Nature’s Bounty

The circle of life is made up of food chains—

the relationships that explain who eats whom.

Nature’s Bounty takes readers to five distinct

biomes of the natural world and explains

a food chain unique to each, introducing

predators, prey, and scavengers.

PriceIndividual titles: $12.00SpecificationsPage count: 48Trim size: 8-1/2" x 11-1/2"; Color photographs; © 2009Interest level: Age 10 and up

“Assisted by terrific photos, these books do an excellent job describing the interrelatedness of the

inhabitants of mountain, Arctic, and marine ecosystems.” – The Horn Book Guide

Classic Series: NATURE ’ S BOUNTY


Classic Series: L I V ING WI LD

Alligators 978-0-89812-550-4Antelopes 978-0-89812-837-6Bats 978-0-89812-549-8Bison 978-0-89812-669-3Camels 978-0-89812-773-7Chameleons 978-0-89812-838-3Chimpanzees 978-0-89812-839-0Cougars 978-0-89812-774-4

Living Wild

The color-changing skin of chameleons, the

aggressive behavior of hippopotamuses, the

malodorous scent of skunks, and the defining

characteristics of 29 other fascinating animals

are explored in this popular series.

Eagles 978-0-89812-551-1Frogs 978-0-89812-840-6Gorillas 978-0-89812-552-8Hippopotamuses 978-0-89812-841-3Hummingbirds 978-0-89812-670-9Jaguars 978-0-89812-671-6Kangaroos 978-0-89812-553-5Killer Whales 978-0-89812-554-2

PriceIndividual titles: $12.00SpecificationsPage count: 48; Trim size: 9-5/8" x 10-1/2"Color and historical photographs and illustrations; © 2011–2014Interest level: Age 10 and up

Komodo Dragons 978-0-89812-672-3Leopards 978-0-89812-555-9Moose 978-0-89812-556-6Octopuses 978-0-89812-842-0 Owls 978-0-89812-673-0Pandas 978-0-89812-674-7Piranhas 978-0-89812-775-1Rhinoceroses 978-0-89812-675-4

Sea Lions 978-0-89812-776-8Skunks 978-0-89812-843-7Tortoises 978-0-89812-777-5Vultures 978-0-89812-778-2 Walruses 978-0-89812-844-4Whales 978-0-89812-676-1Woodpeckers 978-0-89812-779-9Zebras 978-0-89812-780-5

“These titles combine excellent-quality photography with solid factual material

and a myth or folk tale to round out the offerings.” – School Library Journal


Classic Series: OUR WONDER FU L WEATHER

PriceIndividual titles: $9.99SpecificationsPage count: 24Trim size: 8-3/4" ! 8-3/4"; Color photographs; © 2014Interest level: Age 6 and up

Our Wonderful Weather

This five-book series is the perfect way

to introduce early readers to the science,

history, and forms of weather. Clear text and

stunning photos are paired within a reader-

friendly design to explain the ways that

winds, temperatures, and precipitation affect

our lives. Each title concludes with an activity

for more meteorological exploration.

Clouds 978-0-89812-721-8Hurricanes 978-0-89812-920-5Snow 978-0-89812-921-2Thunderstorms 978-0-89812-724-9Tornadoes 978-0-89812-923-6

“Stunning color photos and a clean format will spark readers’ interest in science. The content

moves beyond mere description of natural phenomena, offering easy-to-understand explanations.”

– School Library Journal

Classic Series: MYSTE R I E S OF THE UN IVE RSE

Classic Series: S IMP L E MACH INES

PriceIndividual titles: $8.99SpecificationsPage count: 24 Trim size: 10" x 8-1/2"Color and historical photographs; © 2011 Interest level: Age 6 and up

Simple Machines

From bicycle tires and doorknobs to shovels

and scissors, the world is full of objects that

help people perform basic tasks more easily.

Simple Machines examines the six most

common mechanisms, providing descriptions

of the machines, their uses, and their forms.

Inclined Planes 978-0-89812-579-5Levers 978-0-89812-580-1Pulleys 978-0-89812-581-8Screws 978-0-89812-582-5Wedges 978-0-89812-583-2Wheels & Axles 978-0-89812-584-9

Mysteries of the Universe

This series tackles eight of the astronomical

and physical phenomena that have inspired

and challenged scientists throughout the

centuries. Complicated scientific principles

are contextualized with accessible examples

and illustrated with stunning photos, helping

readers grasp the magnitude of the mystery.

PriceIndividual titles: $12.00SpecificationsPage count: 48 Trim size: 7-3/4" x 10-1/4"; Color and historical photographs and illustrations © 2013; Interest level: Age 10 and up

Black Holes 978-0-89812-911-3 Energy 978-0-89812-912-0 Galaxies 978-0-89812-913-7 Gravity 978-0-89812-914-4 Light 978-0-89812-915-1 Mass & Matter 978-0-89812-916-8 Space & Time 978-0-89812-917-5 Stars 978-0-89812-918-2

“In these attractive titles, simple language in a large font describes each machine and its uses.

Mentions of how the device has been used throughout history add interest.…” – School Library Journal


Classic Series: BU I L T FOR SUCCESS

Built for Success

Amazon.com. Facebook. FedEx. CNN. They

are names recognized around the world today,

but just how did these companies grow into

global giants? Built for Success now spotlights

16 flourishing corporations and introduces the

leaders who guided them to prominence. Each

title surveys the featured company’s complete

history, examining its triumphs and failures,

products and innovations, and the impact it has

had on the lives of people around the globe.

PriceIndividual titles: $12.00SpecificationsPage count: 48Trim size: 7-3/4" x 11"Color and historical photographs and illus-trations© 2009–2013Interest level: Age 10 and up

“Business titles may not be the hottest on nonfiction shelves, but

the attractive ‘Built for Success’ series could change that… . The

books, written in a lively style, yet with a minimum of fuss, pack

in plenty of history and tend to focus on the individuals who grew

the companies, adding a personal element to the narrative.”

– Booklist, Starred Review

The Story of Amazon.com 978-0-89812-759-1The Story of Apple 978-0-89812-659-4The Story of CNN 978-0-89812-760-7The Story of Coca-Cola 978-0-89812-753-9The Story of Disney 978-0-89812-754-6The Story of eBay 978-0-89812-660-0The Story of Facebook 978-0-89812-761-4The Story of FedEx 978-0-89812-762-1 The Story of Ford 978-1-897563-02-1 The Story of Google 978-0-89812-755-3 The Story of McDonald’s 978-0-89812-756-0The Story of Microsoft 978-0-89812-757-7 The Story of Nike 978-0-89812-738-6 The Story of Starbucks 978-0-89812-737-9The Story of the NFL 978-0-89812-661-7 The Story of Wal-Mart 978-0-89812-662-4


Classic Series: S P I E S AROUND THE WOR LD

Classic Series: B RUSHES W I TH GREATNESS

PriceIndividual titles: $12.00SpecificationsPage count: 48Trim size: 7-1/2" x 10-1/2"; Color and historical photographs and artwork; © 2013 Interest level: Age 10 and up

Brushes with Greatness

The centuries-old story of painting is told

by spotlighting four distinct genres and their

associated artists. Each beautiful book looks

closely at some of the greatest works ever

created and explains the evolution of artistic

techniques as the genre changed over time.

History Paintings 978-0-89812-763-8Landscapes 978-0-89812-764-5Portraits 978-0-89812-765-2Still Lifes 978-0-89812-766-9

“The reproductions are exceedingly fine, and a spacious design

complements the content admirably.” – School Library Journal

Classic Series: GREAT E X P ED I T IONS

Great Expeditions

With engaging text and archival photos,

this series introduces readers to six of the

boldest expeditionary forces in recent history,

providing biographical details about the

participants and relating how their exploits

and discoveries changed the world.

PriceIndividual titles: $12.00SpecificationsPage count: 48 Trim size: 8-1/4" x 11"Color and historical photographs and illustrations © 2012; Interest level: Age 10 and up

Through the American West 978-0-89812-663-1To the Heart of Africa 978-0-89812-664-8To the Moon 978-0-89812-666-2To the Ocean Deep 978-0-89812-665-5To the South Pole 978-0-89812-667-9To the Top of Mount Everest 978-0-89812-668-6

“The images are eye-catching, and the tone is conversational enough to keep readers engaged.”

– School Library Journal

The Story of Amazon.com 978-0-89812-759-1The Story of Apple 978-0-89812-659-4The Story of CNN 978-0-89812-760-7The Story of Coca-Cola 978-0-89812-753-9The Story of Disney 978-0-89812-754-6The Story of eBay 978-0-89812-660-0The Story of Facebook 978-0-89812-761-4The Story of FedEx 978-0-89812-762-1 The Story of Ford 978-1-897563-02-1 The Story of Google 978-0-89812-755-3 The Story of McDonald’s 978-0-89812-756-0The Story of Microsoft 978-0-89812-757-7 The Story of Nike 978-0-89812-738-6 The Story of Starbucks 978-0-89812-737-9The Story of the NFL 978-0-89812-661-7 The Story of Wal-Mart 978-0-89812-662-4

PriceIndividual titles: $12.00SpecificationsPage count: 48Trim size: 8-3/4" x 10-1/4"; Color and historical photographs and illustrations© 2014; Interest level: Age 10 and up

Spies Around the World

This series investigates the espionage agencies

of four countries, tracking their histories of

intelligence gathering and spotlighting some of

the most famous—or infamous—missions and

associated participants.

The CIA and Other American Spies 978-0-89812-969-4The KGB and Other Russian Spies 978-0-89812-970-0The Mossad and Other Israeli Spies 978-0-89812-971-7The SIS and Other British Spies 978-0-89812-972-4

“With a sidebar-heavy, cardboard-beige design that makes it look as if you’re paging through

a top-secret file drawer crammed with mug shots, fingerprints, maps, and more, … the ‘Spies

around the World’ series gives an expedient but surprisingly robust report.” – Booklist


Classic Series: GRAMMAR BAS ICS

Classic Series: NONF ICT ION: WR I T ING FOR FACT AND ARGUMENT

Nonfiction: Writing for

Fact and Argument

Nonfiction writing enables writers to enlighten

their readers with facts or persuade them with

arguments. This approachable series will help

budding writers do just that.

Effective Speeches 978-0-89812-545-0Journalistic Articles 978-0-89812-546-7Organized Essays 978-0-89812-547-4Truthful Biographies 978-0-89812-548-1

PriceIndividual titles: $9.99SpecificationsPage count: 48; Trim size: 7-1/2" x 10-1/2" Color and histori-cal photographs and illustrations; © 2011 Interest level: Age 10 and up

Haiku 978-0-89812-736-2Nursery Rhymes 978-0-89812-892-5

Poetry Basics

Poetry need not be complicated. In fact, some

of the oldest forms of poetry are written for

children. This series matches illustrations with

accessible example poems and fundamental

analysis to introduce readers to the simplicity

of haiku and “music” of nursery rhymes.

PriceIndividual titles: $9.99SpecificationsPage count: 32 Trim size: 8-1/2" x 11" Color and historical photographs and artwork © 2010; Interest level: Age 8 and up

Classic Series: POET RY BAS ICS

Adjectives 978-0-89812-799-7Adverbs 978-0-89812-800-0Nouns 978-0-89812-801-7Verbs 978-0-89812-802-4

Grammar Basics

This colorful series explores four parts of

speech in terms of their overall relationship to

sentences. A friendly tone, appealing photos,

and a concluding word game make for a most

accessible introduction to the way words are

used in writing and in life!

PriceIndividual titles: $10.99SpecificationsPage count: 24 Trim size: 8-1/4" x 10"Color photographs© 2013; Interest level: Age 6 and up

“This captivating, easy-to-read series is excellent for teachers and all who want

to learn or write poetry.” – Library Media Connection


Classic Series: R ESCUE VEH IC L ES

Classic Series: POET RY BAS ICS

Classic Series: THAT ’ S S POOKY !

That’s Spooky!

That’s Spooky! offers young readers a fun and

colorful introduction to the world of monsters,

magic, and the unexplained. This series

spotlights six spooky creatures, investigating

their behaviors, powers, weaknesses, and

characteristic physical traits, as well as how

they have become part of pop culture.

Ghosts 978-0-89812-803-1Mummies 978-0-89812-804-8Vampires 978-0-89812-805-5Werewolves 978-0-89812-806-2Witches 978-0-89812-807-9 Zombies 978-0-89812-808-6

PriceIndividual titles: $5.99SpecificationsPage count: 24Trim size: 8-3/4" x 8-3/4"; Color photo-graphs; © 2013Interest level: Age 6 and up

Caring for Horses 978-0-89812-833-8Riding Horses 978-0-89812-834-5Showing Horses 978-0-89812-835-2Training Horses 978-0-89812-836-9

Horsing Around

Horsing Around offers a brief tutorial on the

care, training, showing, and riding of horses,

concentrating on each aspect in a separate

volume and addressing the concerns of some

of the youngest horse enthusiasts.

PriceIndividual titles: $7.99SpecificationsPage count: 24Trim size: 8-3/4" x 8-3/4"; Color photo-graphs; © 2014; Interest level: Age 6 and up

Classic Series: HORS ING AROUND

Ambulances 978-0-89812-575-7Fire Trucks 978-0-89812-577-1Helicopters 978-0-89812-576-4Rescue Boats 978-0-89812-578-8

Rescue Vehicles

When a crisis arises, special vehicles are called

to the scene. Rescue Vehicles captures all the

important action involved when people need

help, examining the features of each craft

and the ways in which emergency personnel

operate the vehicle.

PriceIndividual titles: $5.99SpecificationsPage count: 24 Trim size: 8-1/4" x 10"Color and historical photographs; © 2011 Interest level: Age 6 and up

“These image-heavy guides to monsters of myths and legends strike a delightful balance between

creepy and cheesy…. Each title gives a solid overview, with text that provides wide coverage in a

short amount of space.” – School Library Journal


Classic Series: NF L TODAY

Arizona Cardinals 978-0-89812-845-1Atlanta Falcons 978-0-89812-846-8Baltimore Ravens 978-0-89812-847-5Buffalo Bills 978-0-89812-848-2Carolina Panthers 978-0-89812-849-9Chicago Bears 978-0-89812-850-5Cincinnati Bengals 978-0-89812-851-2Cleveland Browns 978-0-89812-852-9Dallas Cowboys 978-0-89812-853-6Denver Broncos 978-0-89812-854-3Detroit Lions 978-0-89812-855-0Green Bay Packers 978-0-89812-856-7Houston Texans 978-0-89812-857-4Indianapolis Colts 978-0-89812-858-1Jacksonville Jaguars 978-0-89812-859-8Kansas City Chiefs 978-0-89812-860-4Miami Dolphins 978-0-89812-861-1Minnesota Vikings 978-0-89812-862-8New England Patriots 978-0-89812-863-5New Orleans Saints 978-0-89812-864-2New York Giants 978-0-89812-865-9New York Jets 978-0-89812-866-6Oakland Raiders 978-0-89812-867-3Philadelphia Eagles 978-0-89812-868-0Pittsburgh Steelers 978-0-89812-869-7St. Louis Rams 978-0-89812-870-3San Diego Chargers 978-0-89812-871-0San Francisco 49ers 978-0-89812-872-7Seattle Seahawks 978-0-89812-873-4Tampa Bay Buccaneers 978-0-89812-874-1Tennessee Titans 978-0-89812-875-8Washington Redskins 978-0-89812-876-5

NFL Today

No professional sports league in America can match the popularity of

the National Football League, and no books can match the drama and

excitement of NFL Today! This hit series has been fully revised and

updated to encapsulate the origins, stars, and unforgettable moments

of all 32 NFL teams, from the pioneering Packers to the rising Texans.

Brilliant photos capture all of the game’s hard-hitting energy, while

“Sideline Stories” and “Meet the Team” panels present fascinating

anecdotes and introductions to all-time gridiron greats.

PriceIndividual titles: $9.99SpecificationsPage count: 48Trim size: 8-3/4" x 10-1/4"Color and historical photographs© 2013Interest level: Age 10 and up

MEET THE RAVENS

Dick Butkus. Lawrence Taylor. Ray Lewis. Such is the reputation of Ray Lewis that any discussion of the greatest linebackers in NFL history must include “Ray-Ray.” Number 52 had it all: great instincts, good speed, and vicious hitting power. As Miami Dolphins general manager Randy Mueller said, “He wants to break someone in half each time he hits them.” Lewis’s ability was made evident by the slew of awards won during his career—2 NFL Defensive Player of the Year awards (2000 and 2003), a Super Bowl Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, and 13 Pro Bowl selections. But what truly elevated him into the realm of all-time greats was the passion and vocal leadership he brought onto the field. Fellow Ravens defenders played with an extra bit of energy for fear of letting Lewis down. Lewis’s legacy was tarnished somewhat in February 2000, when he was charged with murder after two men were killed outside an Atlanta nightclub during a Super Bowl party. He was ultimately cleared of the most serious charges and came back to lead his team to victory in the Super Bowl a year later.

Ray LewisLINEBACKER / RAVENS SEASONS: 1996–PRESENT / HEIGHT: 6-FOOT-1 / WEIGHT: 245 POUNDS

as Woodson, Starks, and cornerback Chris McAllister, the Ravens could put a stranglehold on opposing

offenses. But with the exception of Ogden, Baltimore’s offense had just mediocre ability.

Billick loved coordinating offenses that featured high-powered passing attacks. But in Baltimore, he

didn’t have the type of talent needed to run an explosive offense through the air. Instead, he installed a

low-risk, run-oriented offense, choosing to play conservatively with the ball and rely on his fierce defense

to hold opponents down.

The Ravens started the 1999 season 3–6. But then the team took flight, averaging 26 points per game

the rest of the year. Much of the offensive spark came when backup quarterback Tony Banks stepped

in at midseason and tossed 17 touchdown passes—many of them to receiver Qadry Ismail, a speedster

who piled up more than 1,000 receiving yards. Behind these efforts and those of the NFL’s second-best

defense, Baltimore won five of its last seven games to finish 8–8. “We’ve built a little fire here,” said

Coach Billick. “It will be interesting to see how big it gets.”

H oping to add fuel to their fire, the Ravens used the fifth overall pick of the 2000

NFL Draft to select University of Tennessee running back Jamal Lewis, a big,

powerful ballcarrier with the ability to wear down opposing defenses. The Ravens

also added offensive firepower by signing veteran tight end Shannon Sharpe and

former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Trent Dilfer. Sharpe gave the Ravens a

sure-handed target, while Dilfer was signed to serve as Banks’s backup.

The Ravens soared to a 5–1 start in 2000. The fearsome defense led the way, not allowing a single

point in three of those six games. But the Ravens’ offense, which had looked so promising at the end

of the previous season, got worse in 2000. Banks’s performance was marked by interceptions, fumbles,

“He wants to break someone in half.”

MIAMI DOLPHINS GENERAL MANAGER RANDY MUELLER ON RAY LEWIS

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Baseball: The Great American Game

Although baseball has passionate fans around

the world, it will always be known as America’s

game. In this updated version of the best-selling

series, readers will learn the full history of the

teams in baseball’s major leagues, from the

hard-luck Chicago Cubs to the 27-time world

champion New York Yankees. Side panels and

“All-Time Team” profiles enhance the story,

while spectacular photos capture all the hard-

hitting, base-stealing action.


“The writing is engaging, and the eye-popping yet tasteful format is

an immediate draw. Using a thick stock of paper, the oversize

volumes feature fascinating, well-reproduced vintage photos

and crisp color pictures of more recent eras.” – Booklist

Classic Series: BASEBA L L : THE GREAT AMER ICAN GAME

The Story of the Arizona Diamondbacks 978-0-89812-629-7The Story of the Atlanta Braves 978-0-89812-630-3The Story of the Baltimore Orioles 978-0-89812-631-0The Story of the Boston Red Sox 978-0-89812-632-7The Story of the Chicago Cubs 978-0-89812-633-4The Story of the Chicago White Sox 978-0-89812-634-1The Story of the Cincinnati Reds 978-0-89812-635-8The Story of the Cleveland Indians 978-0-89812-636-5The Story of the Colorado Rockies 978-0-89812-637-2The Story of the Detroit Tigers 978-0-89812-638-9

The Story of the Florida Marlins 978-0-89812-639-6The Story of the Houston Astros 978-0-89812-640-2The Story of the Kansas City Royals 978-0-89812-641-9The Story of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim 978-0-89812-642-6The Story of the Los Angeles Dodgers 978-0-89812-643-3The Story of the Milwaukee Brewers 978-0-89812-644-0The Story of the Minnesota Twins 978-0-89812-645-7The Story of the New York Mets 978-0-89812-646-4The Story of the New York Yankees 978-0-89812-647-1 The Story of the Oakland Athletics 978-0-89812-648-8

The Story of the Philadelphia Phillies 978-0-89812-649-5The Story of the Pittsburgh Pirates 978-0-89812-650-1The Story of the St. Louis Cardinals 978-0-89812-651-8The Story of the San Diego Padres 978-0-89812-652-5The Story of the San Francisco Giants 978-0-89812-653-2The Story of the Seattle Mariners 978-0-89812-654-9The Story of the Tampa Bay Rays 978-0-89812-655-6The Story of the Texas Rangers 978-0-89812-656-3The Story of the Toronto Blue Jays 978-0-89812-657-0The Story of the Washington Nationals 978-0-89812-658-7


Classic Series: WOR LD S E R I E S CHAMP IONS

World Series Champions

The World Series is the biggest stage in baseball, and World

Series Champions gives young readers a ticket to the “Fall

Classic”! This series celebrates the highlights and stars of

16 Major League Baseball teams that have batted, slid, and

thrown their way to championship glory. The text simply

but efficiently narrates each team’s history, while exciting

photos of historical and contemporary greats help introduce

baseball immortals.

Atlanta Braves 978-0-89812-809-3Baltimore Orioles 978-0-89812-810-9Boston Red Sox 978-0-89812-811-6Chicago Cubs 978-0-89812-812-3Chicago White Sox 978-0-89812-813-0Cincinnati Reds 978-0-89812-814-7

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim 978-0-89812-816-1Los Angeles Dodgers 978-0-89812-817-8Miami Marlins 978-0-89812-815-4Minnesota Twins 978-0-89812-818-5New York Mets 978-0-89812-819-2

New York Yankees 978-0-89812-820-8 Philadelphia Phillies 978-0-89812-821-5St. Louis Cardinals 978-0-89812-822-2San Francisco Giants 978-0-89812-823-9Toronto Blue Jays 978-0-89812-824-6



Classic Series: NBA CHAMP IONS

Classic Series: THE NBA : A H I S TORY OF HOOPS

PriceIndividual titles: $7.99SpecificationsPage count: 48 Trim size: 8-1/2" x 11"Color and historical photographs; © 2011Interest level: Age 10 and up

The NBA: A History of Hoops

The NBA: A History of Hoops celebrates four of

the most successful franchises in the National

Basketball Association. Thrilling texts are

combined with vibrant photos to explore each

team’s origins, stars, greatest victories, and

most unforgettable moments.

The Story of the Boston Celtics 978-0-89812-557-3The Story of the Chicago Bulls 978-0-89812-558-0The Story of the Los Angeles Lakers 978-0-89812-559-7The Story of the San Antonio Spurs 978-0-89812-560-3

NBA Champions

Each title in NBA Champions looks at a

National Basketball Association (NBA)

franchise that has captured at least one world

championship. Accessible but energetic text

and action-oriented photos spotlight each

team’s greatest players and triumphs.

PriceIndividual titles: $7.99SpecificationsPage count: 24; Trim size: 8-3/4" x 8-3/4"Color and historical photographs; © 2012 Interest level: Age 6 and up

Boston Celtics 978-0-89812-706-5Chicago Bulls 978-0-89812-707-2Los Angeles Lakers 978-0-89812-711-9Miami Heat 978-0-89812-712-6New York Knicks 978-0-89812-714-0

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