Diese Autorin versteht das Recherchieren als Schatzsuche, um Fakten zu finden, die vergangene Welten und ferne Orte zum Leben erwecken. Ihre nahezu 100 Biografien, Geschichts- und Sachbücher für junge Leser spiegeln diese Leidenschaft wider. Sie hofft, dass all ihre Werke die Leser dazu anregen, sich selbst an faszinierende Orte unter interessanten Menschen zu versetzen. Ihr Anliegen ist es, dass jedes Buch die Leser auf neue Abenteuer in unserer großen, schönen Welt mitnimmt.
"Take an imaginary look into the lives of characters who may have been present when Jesus ministered in Jerusalem. You decide what happens next to the three main characters by making choices what to read next. You can then go back and take another journey to read a new adventure for a different outcome"--
This book introduces readers to what HIV/AIDS are, how they affect people, and what they can do to be a good friend to someone living with HIV/AIDS.
South Korea offers complete coverage of this fascinating country, including sections on history, geography, wildlife, infrastructure and government, and culture. It also includes a detailed fact file, maps and charts, and a traceable flag.
Set against the backdrop of World War II, readers are immersed in naval warfare across the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Choices abound as you can serve in the German Navy during the sinking of the Bismarck, witness the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor as a U.S. Marine, or storm Omaha Beach on D-Day. Each decision leads to unique experiences and challenges, allowing for an engaging exploration of pivotal moments in naval history.
SOS! What would you do if you were stranded in the middle of the ocean, with no way to get home? How long could you survive? Find out what actual survivors did in these true tales of being lost at sea.
As a meteorology student passionate about storms, you confront life-or-death scenarios involving extreme weather. Encounter unpredictable situations like a tornado approaching your van, a strengthening hurricane along the coast, or a sudden flash flood threatening your loved ones. Each decision you make shapes the outcome, leading to either safety or peril. Experience the thrill and challenges of storm chasing while navigating critical choices in this interactive narrative.
The narrative explores Jimmy Carter's life from his childhood, where he absorbed lessons in local politics and faith, to his influential roles as governor and president. It highlights his deep commitment to peace and spirituality, illustrating how these principles guided him through significant political challenges and global negotiations. The book invites readers to reflect on the extraordinary journey of a humanitarian whose faith shaped his actions and legacy.
"Take an imaginary look into the lives of characters who may have been present at the birth of Jesus Christ. You decide what happens to the three main characters by making choices what to read next. You can then go back and take another path to read a new adventure and outcome"--
The Bill of Rights was written more than 200 years ago, but it's still just as relevant and important today as it was back then. Readers will take a look at what caused the Tenth Amendment to be born and what effects the amendment has had through history and today.
"Examines the Wilderness Trail (i.e., the Cumberland Gap) by discussing how and why it came to be and the immediate and lasting effects it had on the nation and the people who traveled it"--