Bøger af Stephanie Bearce

Giddy up, partner! It's time to head to the late 1800s Wild West where people didn't bathe for weeks and ate squirrels for dinner! Struggling and reluctant readers will be fascinated to learn awesome, disgusting, and unusual facts about crazy cowboys and cowgirls, including Stagecoach Mary and Buffalo Bill, and outrageous outlaws, like Black Bart and the Wild Bunch. Carefully leveled text will have kids squirming with delight as they rush to share wacky facts with their friends. Illustrations mixed with historical photos and sidebars keep kids engaged. A table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index all enhance comprehension.

Gladiators lived a short, bloody life. Forced to fight in the Colosseum, gladiators trained hard in prison-like schools to survive in the arena. Put on a good show for the Roman crowds and you might just live to fight another day. Struggling and reluctant readers will be fascinated to learn awesome, disgusting, and unusual facts about the different fighting styles and weapons of gladiators and famous fighters such as Spartacus. Carefully leveled text will have kids squirming with delight as they rush to share wacky facts with their friends. Illustrations mixed with historical art and sidebars keep kids engaged. A table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index all enhance comprehension.

Yo-ho-ho, is the pirate's life for you? Scurvy, seasickness, and ship battles abound on the high seas. Don't forget to follow the Pirate Code, or you'll be marooned! Struggling and reluctant readers will be fascinated to learn awesome, disgusting, and unusual facts about the "Golden Age of Piracy," including sword fights, famous captains, and punishments for pirates in the 18th century. Carefully leveled text will have kids squirming with delight as they rush to share wacky facts with their friends. Illustrations mixed with historical art and sidebars keep kids engaged. A table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index all enhance comprehension.

Dry skin. Sightless eyes. Thousand-year-old dead bodies. Gross--and awesome! Egyptians aren't the only mummy masters in the world. From Chile to Papua New Guinea, and from wet, soggy bogs to the ice-cold Alps, mummies are found all over the world. Struggling and reluctant readers will be fascinated to learn awesome, disgusting, and unusual facts about famous mummies such as King Tut and how different cultures preserved dead bodies. Carefully leveled text will have kids squirming with delight as they rush to share wacky facts with their friends. Illustrations mixed with real photos and sidebars keep kids engaged. A table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index all enhance comprehension.

"Gross and weird facts about the Wild West will grab struggling and reluctant readers' attention as they learn about the crazy lives of famous cowboys and outlaws in this Spanish translation. Includes a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index"--

"Gross and weird facts about ancient Roman gladiators will grab struggling and reluctant readers' attention as they learn about weapons, training, and famous fighters in this Spanish translation. Includes a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index"--

"Title of original work: Awesome, Disgusting, Unusual Facts about Pirates" -- Provided by publisher.

"Gross and weird facts about mummies will grab struggling and reluctant readers' attention as they learn about different types of mummification and famous mummies, such as King Tut, in this Spanish translation. Includes a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index"--

Original title: Awesome, disgusting, unusual facts about the Middle Ages.

"Gross and weird facts about the Wild West will grab struggling and reluctant readers' attention as they learn about the crazy lives of famous cowboys and outlaws from the late 1800s. Includes a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index"--

"Gross and weird facts about gladiators will grab struggling and reluctant readers' attention as they learn about weapons, training, and famous fighters in ancient Rome. Includes a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index"--

"Gross and weird facts about pirates will grab struggling and reluctant readers' attention as they learn about sword fights, famous captains, and ship battles in the 18th century. Includes a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index"--

"Gross and weird facts about the Middle Ages will grab struggling and reluctant readers' attention as they learn about castles, knights, and the Black Plague. Includes a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index"--

"Gross and weird facts about mummies will grab struggling and reluctant readers' attention as they learn about different types of mummification and famous mummies such as King Tut. Includes a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index"--

Stan the Man was one of the greatest baseball players to set foot on the field and he wore a Cardinals uniform his entire career. With a lifetime batting average of .331 and 475 career home runs, Stan was loved by Cardinals fans and respected by opposing teams. Growing up in the coal fields of Donora, Pennsylvania, Stan was determined to overcome poverty and make it to the big leagues. When a debilitating injury stopped his pitching career, Stan didn't give up. He became one of the greatest and most consistent hitters in the history of the game and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. His practice, perseverance, and positive attitude have made his story one of American triumph. This book introduces a whole new generation to the gentleman athlete who was known for his kindness and honesty. Young readers will be inspired to be like Stan and work hard to achieve their dreams.

"The discovery of the ichthyosaur was the dawn of a new age of science called paleontology, and Anning became one of the leading experts in the study of dinosaurs. Her discoveries helped lay the groundwork for Charles Darwin's theory of evolution and changed the way scientists understood the past. Unfortunately, as a woman of the 1800s, Anning received almost no recognition for her contributions, which were instead credited to the male naturalists who had purchased her specimens"--

Food recycler. Fish monger. These food jobs are gross, but someone has to do them! Let readers explore these and other awesome, disgusting jobs that keep their world running smoothly through witty, conversational text, a stunning design, fun facts that add additional context, and critical thinking questions that encourage readers to take key concepts one step more. A table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index all enhance comprehension in a beginning reader format.

Deer pee collector. Zookeeper. These animal care jobs are gross, but someone has to do them! Let readers explore these and other awesome, disgusting jobs that keep their world running smoothly through witty, conversational text, a stunning design, fun facts that add additional context, and critical thinking questions that encourage readers to take key concepts one step more. A table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index all enhance comprehension in a beginning reader format.

The first settler to make permanent residence in the Abilene area arrived in 1856. From the humble beginnings of a prairie dugout, Abilene grew to be the first "cowtown" of the West. Joseph G. McCoy set up his stockyards in Abilene, and millions of cattle were driven up from Texas via the Chisholm Trail and shipped out on Union Pacific railcars. Abilene exploded into one of the wildest towns in the West. Several sheriffs tried to tame it, including Wild Bill Hickok, but gentrification came in the form of bankers and businessmen. During World War II, hometown hero Dwight D. Eisenhower led the Allies to victory and eventually became the 34th president of the United States. Today, Abilene plays host to thousands of visitors from around the world and celebrates its rich western heritage with the Chisholm Trail Day festival.

Blind pigs, speakeasies, coffin varnish, and tarantula juice were all a part of the Roaring 20s. Making alcohol illegal didn''t get rid of bars and taverns or crime bosses: They just went underground. Secret joints were in almost every large city and could be entered if you knew the right code words. Discover the crazy language and secret codes of the Prohibition EraΓÇöwhy you should mind your beeswax and watch out for the gumshoe talking to the fuzz or you might end up in the cooler! It''s all part of the true stories from the Top Secret Files: Gangsters and Bootleggers. Take a look if you dare, but be careful! Some secrets are meant to stay hidden . . . Ages 9-12

Pirates of the Golden Age had to deal with scurvy, fight ferocious battles, and eat everything from monkeys to snakes to sea turtles, but you won''t learn that in your history books! Discover the truth about Anne Bonny, the Irish woman who was a true Pirate of the Caribbean, and the secrets of Blackbeard and the daring pirate Cheng I Sao. Then learn how to talk like a pirate and make a buried treasure map for your friends. It''s all part of the true stories from the Top Secret Files: Pirates and Buried Treasure. Take a look if you dare, but be careful! Some secrets are meant to stay hidden . . . Ages 9-12

Poison dart umbrellas and cyanide guns were all a part of the arsenal of tools used by spies of the Soviet KGB, American CIA, and British MI6, but you won''t learn that in your history books! Learn the true stories of the Cold War and how spies used listening devices planted in live cats and wristwatch cameras. Discover how East Germans tried to ride zip lines to freedom, while the Cambridge Four infiltrated Britain and rockets raced to the moon. Then make your own submarines and practice writing secret codes. It''s all part of the true stories from the Top Secret Files: The Cold War. Take a look if you dare, but be careful! Some secrets are meant to stay hidden . . .Ages 9-12

The pigpen cipher, the Devil''s Coffee Mill, and germ warfare were all a part of the Civil War, but you won''t learn that in your history books! Discover the truth about Widow Greenhow''s spy ring, how soldiers stole a locomotive, and the identity of the mysterious ΓÇ£Gray Ghost.ΓÇ¥ Then learn how to make a cipher wheel and send secret light signals to your friends. It''s all part of the true stories from the Top Secret Files: The Civil War. Take a look if you dare, but be careful! Some secrets are meant to stay hidden . . . Ages 9-12

George Washington had his own secret agents, hired pirates to fight the British, and helped Congress smuggle weapons, but you won''t learn that in your history books! Learn the true stories of the American Revolution and how spies used musket balls, books, and laundry to send messages. Discover the female Paul Revere, solve a spy puzzle, and make your own disappearing ink. It''s all part of the true stories from the Top Secret Files: The American Revolution. Take a look if you dare, but be careful! Some secrets are meant to stay hidden . . . Ages 9-12

Spy school, poison pens, exploding muffins, and Night Witches were all a part of World War II, but you won''t learn that in your history books! Crack open secret files and read about the mysterious Ghost Army, rat bombs, and doodlebugs. Discover famous spies like the White Mouse, super-agent Garbo, and baseball player and spy, Moe Berg. Then build your own fingerprint kit and crack a spy code. It''s all part of the true stories from the Top Secret Files: World War II. Take a look if you dare, but be careful! Some secrets are meant to stay hidden . . . Ages 9-12

Flame throwers, spy trees, bird bombs, and Hell Fighters were all a part of World War I, but you won''t learn that in your history books! Uncover long-lost secrets of spies like Howard Burnham, ΓÇ£The One-Legged Wonder,ΓÇ¥ and nurse-turned-spy, Edith Cavell. Peek into secret files to learn the truth about the Red Baron and the mysterious Mata Hari. Then learn how to build your own Zeppelin balloon and mix up some invisible ink. It''s all part of the true stories from the Top Secret Files: World War I. Take a look if you dare, but be careful! Some secrets are meant to stay hidden . . . Ages 9-12

"Explores the cause, impact, and aftermath of the tsunami that battered to coast of Asia in 2004. Includes an overview of how people prepare for and respond to tsunamis, as well as stories of people who survived the 2004 tsunami"--