Laura Murray

The Vietnam War helped show that more advanced technology does not always win wars. Vietnam War Technology explores how guerrilla tactics, helicopters, and chemical weapons influenced the course of the conflict.

Excitement over the West inspired thousands of Americans in the mid-1800s to start new lives on the other side of the continent. The Oregon Trail follows the trials and hopes of the emigrant's journeys.

" Discover why dirt is an important resource in this photo-filled nonfiction book for budding young scientists. What's so great about dirt? A lot, actually! In this Pebble Explore book, discover how this often overlooked - or even annoying - part of nature is essential to our world. We need dirt to grow crops and construct buildings and roads. Dirt is even important to the air we breathe! With eye-popping photographs, quick facts, and beyond-the-book...

"Does the buzzing of a bee make you want to run away? Well, those little insects do a lot more than sting! They help pollinate many plants. We wouldn't have honey without them. And we've learned a lot from the homes they build."--

From shortest to longest and biggest to smallest, this ecosystem investigation uses varying degrees of comparison to take a closer look at the relationships of the Arctic's flora, fauna, and landforms.

From the shortest to longest and biggest to smallest, this ecosystem investigation uses varying degrees of comparison to take a closer look at the relationships of prairie flora, fauna, and landforms.

From shortest to tallest and biggest to smallest, this ecosystem investigation uses varying degrees of comparison to take a closer looke at the relationships of mountain flora, fauna, and landforms.

"A kindergarten-level introduction to fighter jets, covering their pilots, weapons, role in battle, and such defining features as their wings"--

"A historical account of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, including the events leading up to that day, the people involved, the monumental rescue and recovery efforts, and the lingering aftermath"--