Syed was forced to flee his homeland of Myanmar because of extreme violence and persecution against the Rohingya minority. After traveling by boat to Malaysia to meet up with his brother,… More →

Baseema's family was nearly torn apart by the terrorist violence of Boko Haram in her homeland of Nigeria. Forced to flee their farm, they relied on friends of her father for a home and… More →

Being sick can be a scary experience, but the hospital workers in the emergency room can make children feel better. These knowledgeable community helpers include doctors, nurses, emergency… More →

This timely and important title examines the motivations, events, and effects of the terrorist practice of taking hostages. From political bargaining throughout history to current activity by 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 →

We are the same because we are all human beings. We are mammals, primates, and intelligent vertebrates, who are born, grow, change, and die. We are also the same because we are all different. More →

The How did that get here series introduces children to the history and geography of some of our most commonly-used commodities. Readers will learn how the seed of the cocao plant becomes a More →

The book provides an engaging introduction on how Canada's parliamentary system of government works. The distinctions between head of state and head of government are explained, while… 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 →

This book carefully explains what elections are and the vital role they play in American society. Whether it is a detailed description of the lengthy process involved in choosing a new… More →