The inventions of the early to mid-1900s dramatically changed life around the world. One of the most influential inventions was the automobile, and Henry Ford was a pioneer of car design and… More →

Ferdinand von Zeppelin invented the floating airship that bears his name in the late 1800s and made way for a wave of advances in aviation. Reginald Fessenden was a different sort of pioneer, More →

Frederick Sanger won the Nobel Prize twice for his advances in chemistry. He influenced the treatment of disease and the understanding of RNA and DNA. The interests of Sanger's fellow… More →

We have the engineer Charles Stark Draper to thank for advances in navigational systems for ships, airplanes, and missiles. The period in which Draper worked was overshadowed by war. It… More →

Cro-Magnon were prehistoric humans who produced sophisticated tools and lasting art. The historical evidence of their daily lives gives us a sense of the useful and artistic inventions they… More →

Collect the treasures of learning in the captivating world of garbage trucks with this new book, part of the Starting Out series, specially designed for developing readers. Through the lens… More →

What are those animals with beards and horns walking around on the farm? They are goats! In this title, new readers will be introduced to goats and their life on the farm. Simple text and… More →

The happy and friendly Golden Retriever is one of the most popular dog breeds in the world. Combine the beautiful variety of their shiny coats with a personality that is 100 percent loving… More →

Gordon Ramsay is arguably the most famous chef in the world. He is certainly one of the most famous chefs in the US, and he isn't even American. Unlike many celebrity chefs, the British star… More →

Discover the world of cranes with this engaging beginner-level book. Packed with eye-catching photographs, comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, and fun facts translated into North… More →