From their deadly jaws to their huge, powerful bodies, great white sharks are predators that strike widespread fear. Find out about the adaptations and skills that make a great white shark a… More →

This relevant title tackles a timely and controversial issue in an educated and sensitive way. While virtually everyone agrees gun violence is wrong, there is disagreement about the right way More →

In sports, injuries are often the price of playing the game. Hamstring injuries are among the most common injuries in sports. In this book, learn all about hamstring injuries--including what… More →

It is estimated about 150 million people around the world are homeless. What homelessness means, why people become homeless, and how governments and organizations work to end homelessness are More →

From its roots in ancient Greece to its revitalization in the Age of Enlightenment and beyond, democracy as a form of government has changed over time. Find out what threats democracy faces… More →

More than 65 million people are displaced in the world today and at least 17 million are refugees. This topical title addresses the issues surrounding how the world, and western countries in… More →

We know that countries enter into alliances and make treaties and agreements--but why are these important and how do they affect our lives? From the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)… More →

Investigating Body Systems uses full-color photos and diagrams to introduce readers to the main organ systems of the human body. The science that makes each system function is clearly… More →

Your digestive system is like a production line. Food, drinks, or pills travel through tubes, filters, and holding rooms, as body chemicals work to extract nutrients. This fascinating book… More →

The immune system is a large network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together, acting like a fort with guards to keep out risky viruses and bacteria and destroy invaders. Readers will More →