A gripping true story of heroism and survival at sea during the catastrophic Blizzard of 1978, adapted for young readers by New York Times bestselling author Michael J.
From New York Times bestselling author Laurence Bergreen and author Sara Fray comes this immaculately researched history for young readers detailing the life of Zheng He, his complex and enduring friendship with his emperor, and the epic Seven Voyages he led that would establish China as a global power.
Soar into the gripping and uplifting true story of the fearless women pilots who aimed for the skies-and beyond, from New York Times bestselling author and Newbery Honor recipient Steve Sheinkin.
Detailing the role of women in aviation, from the very first days of flight to the present, this rich exploration of the subject profiles 26 women pilots who sought out and met challenges both in the sky and on the ground.
Bringing to life an era when rivers, lakes, and oceans were the nation's highways and lighthouses served as traffic signals and maps, this comprehensive reference provides children with an in-depth history of lighthouses and firsthand stories of the challenges faced by lighthouse keepers.
PART STEP-BY-STEP HOW-TO-DRAW GUIDE, PART THRILLING STEAMPUNK ADVENTURE STORYAt the end of the 19th century, a brilliant inventor, Professor Jonathan T.