A brief biography of children's book author J.K. Rowling that describes her childhood, education, accomplishments, the Harry Potter series, and aspirations. Includes a chronology.

Brazil offers complete coverage of this fascinating country, including sections on history, geography, wildlife, infrastructure and government, and culture.

Photographs and text provide information about the country of France.

Introduces Italy, describing its history, geography, cities, plants and animals, resources, and culture.

Blending real-life history and evidence with age-old myths, this book invites young readers to think critically about alien legends and how they influence society. Text describes the characteristics of aliens, highlights historical accounts around the world, and offers examples from books, television, and film. Table of contents, fun facts, critical thinking questions, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to...

"Blending real-life history and evidence with age-old myths, this book invites young readers to think critically about werewolf legends and how they influence society. Text describes the characteristics of werewolves, highlights historical accounts around the world, and offers examples from books, television, and film. Table of contents, fun facts, critical thinking questions, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...

This book describes the characteristics of mummies, highlights historical accounts around the world, and offers examples from books, television, and film.

Focuses on Kelly Clarkson's family background, her youth in Texas, musical talent and drive.

Profiles the life and career of rock music star Pink, born Alecia Beth Moore, covering her new sound, childhood, and life off the stage.

This book describes the life and career of PSY, a popular South Korean rapper and singer who became known for a song called "Gangnam Style."