Courtney Mcclain's Library
Liberty Elementary
| ISBN | Title | Author | Description | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9780448484259 | Where Is Niagara Falls? | Megan Stine, Who HQ | While traveling through Canada in 1678, a French priest came across the most gigantic waterfalls he'd ever seen. Stricken with both awe and fear, he began to shake, fell to his knees, and prayed. Ever since, people from all over the world have come to explore Niagara: among them the daredevils determined to tumble down or walk across the falls on tightrope. Kids will get a kick reading about the hare-brained stunts and will also learn how the falls were formed and how--one day--they will disappear. | Penguin Workshop |
| 9780515158182 | Where Is Our Solar System? | Stephanie Sabol, Who HQ | This engaging entry to the "New York Times"-bestselling series chronicles the beginning of the modern age of astronomy, then follows later discoveries, including NASA's current missions in space. Includes a fold-out map. Illustrations. | Penguin |
| 9781338235692 | Where Is Stonehenge? | True Kelley | "Where is Stonehenge? That's an easy question to answer. It sits on the Salisbury Plain in Southern England. But what is the meaning of these strange circles of stones? Was Stonehenge a religious site to honor the dead? Or a sacred place of healing? Or perhaps an astrological calendar? These are much harder questions to answer. However, in an engaging and easy-to-read account, True Kelley puts forth all theories--past as well as current ones--about Stonehenge and the people who four thousand years ago managed to build this amazing monument."--Provided by publisher. | |
| 9780448488264 | Where Is the Amazon? | Sarah Fabiny, Who HQ | Without risking life or limb, readers can explore the wonders and beauty of the Amazon in this Where Is...? title. Human beings have inhabited the banks of the Amazon River since 13,000 BC and yet they make up just a small percentage of the "population" of this geographic wonderland. The Amazon River basin teems with life—animal and plant alike. It's a rainforest that is home to an estimated 390 billion individual trees, 2.5 million species of insects, and hundreds of amazing creatures and plants that can either cure diseases, or, like the poison dart frog, kill with a single touch. Where Is the Amazon? reveals the amazing scale of a single rainforest that we are still trying to understand today and that, in many ways, supports our existence on this planet. | Penguin |
| 9781338557190 | Where Is the Bermuda Triangle? | Megan Stine | "Who doesn't love a great mystery? This book presents the eerie accidents and unexplained disappearances that have occurred in the region known as the Bermuda Triangle. Even before it was named, the Bermuda Triangle--roughly bounded by Miami, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico--had gained a mythic reputation. The Bermuda Triangle became famous for making boats and ships vanish, and for snatching planes right out of the sky. But are these stories true? And if they are true, is there a more sensible reason that refutes the bad karma of the region? With so many mystifying events to learn about, readers will love disappearing into this story"-- | |
| 9780399541902 | Where Is the Colosseum? | O'Connor, Jim, Who HQ | Penguin Workshop | |
| 9781338722901 | Where Is The Congo? | Megan Stine | Running Through Six Countries In The Middle Of Africa, The Congo Basin Contains Some Of The Largest Tropical Rainforests In The World. Dealing With Present-day Issues Of Climate Change, It Is Home To Bonobo Apes, Mountain Gorillas, Forest Elephants, And More. With Details About The Exploration (and Exploitation) By The European Colonialists And The Aftermath Of Their Arrival In The Congo, This Book Will Give Readers A Better Understanding Of The Second Largest Rainforest In The World-- | |
| 9780448484266 | Where Is the Empire State Building? | Janet B. Pascal, Who HQ | New York City boasts one of the most famous skylines in the world, and the Empire State Building is undeniably the focal point of this incredible view. At 102 stories, the structure was no small feat. In fact, its construction coincided with the onset of the Great Depression, and so progress was met with numerous setbacks. Still, because of the efficiency that went into the building's development, it only took a year and forty-five days to complete! In this informative, easy-to-read account, Janet B. Pascal describes the rise of skyscrapers in the United States, the intricacies of the groundbreaking construction process, and the effect the iconic Empire State Building continues to have today. | Grosset & Dunlap |
| 9781338128789 | Where Is the Grand Canyon? | Jim O'Connor | There are canyons all over the planet, and the Grand Canyon in Arizona is not the biggest. Yet because of the spectacular colors in the rock layers and fascinating formations of boulders, buttes, and mesas, it is known as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Starting with a brief overview of how national parks came into being, this book covers all aspects of the canyon--how it formed, which early native people lived there, and what varied wildlife can be found there now. A history of the canyon's end-to-end exploration in the late 1860s and how the Grand Canyon became such a popular vacation spot (5 million tourists visit every year) round out this informative, easy-to-read account. | |
| 9780448486994 | Where Is The Great Barrier Reef? | Medina, Nico, Who HQ | Penguin Workshop | |
| 9781338666663 | Where Is the Serengeti? | Nico Medina | Introduces the plants, animals, and peoples that co-exist within the landcapes of the Serengeti. | |
| 9780448483559 | Where Is the White House? | Megan Stine, Who HQ | The history of the White House, first completed in 1799, reflects the history of America itself. It was the dream of George Washington to have an elegant "presidential mansion" in the capital city that was named after him. Yet he is the only president who never got to live there. All the rest have made their mark--for better or worse--on the house at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Megan Stine explains how the White House came to be and offers young readers intriguing glimpses into the lives of the First Families--from John and Abigail Adams to Barack and Michelle Obama. | Penguin |
| 9780515158434 | Where Is Walt Disney World? | Holub, Joan, Who HQ | Penguin Workshop | |
| 9780593093306 | Where Were the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World? | Yona Z. McDonough, Who HQ | Explore the most amazing wonders of the ancient world! More than 2,000 years ago, travelers wrote about the incredible sights they saw while on their journeys. They told tales of hanging gardens that were built for a Babylonian queen, and a colossal statue that guided ships through the harbor of Rhodes in Greece. These writers compiled a list of the very best of these sights that are now known as the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Author Yona Zeldis McDonough takes the readers on a trip to the Lighthouse of Alexandria and the Great Pyramids in Egypt (the only Wonder still standing), the Statue of Zeus at Olympia and the Colossus of Rhodes in ancient Greece, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, and the Temple of Artemis, detailing the creativity and skill that these early civilizations possessed. | Penguin |
| 9780375847219 | White House White-Out (A To Z Mysteries Super Edition, No. 3) | Ron Roy | Z was just the beginning! With A to Z Mysteries® Super Editions, chapter book readers keep on collecting clues and solving mysteries with Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose. Now with over 8 million copies in print, this classic kid-favorite series is back with a bright new look!It’s winter in Washington, D.C.! Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are visiting the White House in snowy December, when they meet the president's stepdaughter, KC, and her friend Marshall. But in the confusion caused by all the people decorating the White House for Christmas, the president's dog goes missing! All five kids set out to find her, but it's not going to be easy. It's getting dark, and a monster snowstorm is on the way. Will they find the presidential pooch in time?Look for hidden messages inside A to Z Mysteries® Super Editions! | Random House Books for Young Readers |
| 9780515158038 | Who Are Venus and Serena Williams? | James Buckley, Jr., Who HQ | The dynamic story of the Williams sisters, both top-ranked professional tennis players. Venus and Serena Williams are two of the most successful professional American tennis players of all time. Coached at an early age by their parents, the sisters have both gone on to become Grand Slam title winners. They have both achieved the World Number One ranking in both singles and doubles! Although completely professional and fiercely competitive, the sisters remain close. Who Are Venus and Serena Williams? follows the pair from their early days of training up through the ranks and to the Summer Olympic Games, where they have each won four gold medals—more than any other tennis players. This title in the New York Times best-selling series has eighty illustrations that help bring the exciting story of tennis champs Venus and Serena Williams to life. | Penguin |
| 9780593750131 | Who Is Aaron Judge? (Who HQ Now) | James Buckley Jr., Who HQ | Learn about the exciting record-breaking career of home run hero Aaron Judge in the Who HQ Now format featuring newsmakers and trending topics.Since making his Major League Baseball debut in 2016, Aaron Judge has taken the world of baseball by storm. He has won Home Run Derby competitions and has been named an All-Star. In 2022, he broke the American League record for most home runs in a season when he hit 62 homers. Young readers will learn about how Aaron became the star he is today after excelling in college baseball at Fresno State University and growing up playing football, basketball, and baseball. Get to know more about #99 on the New York Yankees in this nonfiction title perfect for baseball fanatics and young athletes. | Penguin Workshop |
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| 9780448463322 | Who Is Bill Gates? (Who Was?) | Patricia Brennan Demuth | Bill Gates, Born In Seattle, Washington, In 1955, Is An American Business Magnate, Investor, Philanthropist, And Author. In This Who Was...? Biography, Children Will Learn Of Gates' Childhood Passion For Computer Technology, Which Led Him To Revolutionize Personal Computers. Through The Success Of His Now-world-famous Software Company, Microsoft, Bill Gates Became One Of The Wealthiest Philanthropists In History.this Fascinating Story Of A Child Technology Genius Is Sure To Captivate Any Audience!-- | Penguin Workshop |
| 9780448464619 | Who Is Bob Dylan? (Who Was?) | Jim O'Connor, Who HQ | A Nobel Prize-winning singer-songwriter, musician, and artist, Bob Dylan is an American icon. In the past five decades, Dylan's work has influenced everyone from John Lennon, Bruce Springsteen, and David Bowie to rapper Eminem. Young music lovers will be fascinated by this great artist's life! | Penguin Workshop |