Presented in graphic novel format. "Join the determined men and women who were part of the mass breakout from the Sobibor death camp. From the organization of the daring plan to the hardships suffered after the escape, this story doesn't just tell you about mankind's fierce will to survive. It drops you behind enemy liens to experience the ordeal yourself" (Back cover).

"Covers the search for animals that may or may not exist, including evidence for and against the existence of cryptids"--Provided by publisher.

How the Printing Press Changed History examines the invention and development of the printing press, how it works, and how its role in speeding the dissemination of information revolutionized society. Features include essential facts, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and maps, charts, and diagrams. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint...

"Engaging images accompany information about special ops missions. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

"Exciting illustrations follow Edmund Hillary's journey up Mount Everest. The combination of brightly colored panels and leveled text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

"Engaging images accompany information about rescue missions. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

"Engaging images accompany information about troop transport missions. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

From space elevators to galactic hotels, the future of space travel is full of out-of-this-world possibilities. Hit warp speed with Luna Li to see what the next 100 years of space travel may look like.

Explores the history, economy, geography, religion, customs, and culture of Syria.