The mysterious origins of a giant statue featuring a lion's body and a human head in the Egyptian desert are explored. The book delves into questions surrounding its construction and whether it bears the likeness of a king. Readers will uncover fascinating insights about the Sphinx and its historical significance.
Exploring the legacies of Aretha Franklin and Lizzo, this book highlights how Franklin paved the way for future artists, particularly Lizzo. It delves into their impact on music, showcasing their roles in reinventing genres and advocating for empowerment among women and people of color. Young readers will gain insight into the lives of these iconic figures and their influence on modern culture.
Exploring the influence of Mick Jagger on Harry Styles, this book highlights the connections between their music, fashion, and the ways they challenge social norms. Young readers will gain insights into both artists' lives and their impact on the music industry, showcasing how Styles draws inspiration from Jagger's legacy.
The book explores the mutual admiration between Taylor Swift and Paul McCartney, highlighting how both artists inspire each other. Young readers will gain insights into their musical journeys, creative processes, and the influences that shaped their work. Through this dynamic relationship, the narrative delves into the world of music and the importance of collaboration and inspiration in the creative arts.
World War II was raging across the Atlantic Ocean, but the United States was staying out of the war until a day that will live in infamy. On the morning of December 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor came under fire. Follow along with the true story of the attack that changed the course of the war. Then, review that you've learned with a recap timeline and a quick quiz to check how much doomed history you remember.
Reporters gathered in the rain to watch in awe as the Hindenburg was scheduled to touch down on May 6, 1937. Their awe quickly turned to horror as the airship burst into flames and plunged to the ground. Follow along with the true story of a doomed airship that changed the course of aviation. Then, review what you've learned with a recap timeline and a quick quiz to check how much doomed history you remember.
The streets were littered with rats scurrying over dead and dying bodies. Fear spread through the city of London just as fast as the plague, killing almost a quarter of the city's population by the end of 1666. Follow along with the true story of a doomed city in the midst of a deadly epidemic. Then, review what you've learned with a recap timeline and a quick quiz to check how much doomed history you remember.
Set during the infamous witch trials in Salem from 1692 to 1693, the narrative explores the chaos as neighbors turn against each other, leading to accusations and executions. It provides a detailed account of the town's tragic events while offering a recap timeline and a quiz to reinforce learning about this pivotal moment in history. The book invites readers to delve into the complexities of the trials and the societal fears that fueled them.
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Gray wolves were predators that dominated the North American landscape hundreds of years ago. But when Mike Philips and Doug Smith relocated 14 wolves to Yellowstone in 1995, it was the first time in over 70 years that the species had stepped foot on the land. With the whole park suffering, this last change to save the gray wolf was also crucial to saving the balance of a delicate ecosystem. Follow along on this graphic adventure based on a true story to learn how a bold plan brough the gray wolf back from the brink. Then, learn more about gray wolves and other wolves in danger.
The Eagle Man, Charles Broley, loved the majestic birds he saw flying through the sky. He spent his retirement studying bald eagles across the United States and Canada. So, when he learned that they were in danger, he knew he had to figure out what was wrong. Follow along in this graphic adventure based on a true story about how citizens and scientists alike worked together to help save the iconic American symbol. Then, learn more about bald eagles and other eagles in danger.
When Howard Sharpe spotted a group of southern sea otters floating off the coast of California, he was nearly as surprised as if he had seen a dinosaur. The otters were thought to be nearly extinct, and yet he spotted hundreds splashing in the water. Soon, Howard and other environmental activists sprang into action to make sure this once nearly extinct species didn't disappear forever. Follow along on this graphic adventure based on a true story about how fur-tastrophe was avoided in the southern sea otter comeback. Then, learn more about southern sea otters and other marine mammals in danger.
William Hornaday admired the American bison. He wanted every American to see the beautiful animal that was once plentiful across the Great Plains. But in 1886 he made a shocking prediction. Unless something changed quickly, bison would disappear from America forever. Follow along on this graphic adventure based on a true story to learn how William and other activists brought the bison back from the brink. Then, learn more about bison and other animals in danger.
Také se Vaše děti stále na něco ptají? Jak vznikla televize nebo dron? Jak dlouho používáme splachovací záchod? Podporujte své děti v rozvíjení jejich myšlenek a snů. Podpořte jejich vynalézavost. Naše knížka vysvětluje nejen techniku okolo nás, ale také povzbuzuje děti, aby se rozhlédlya zamyslely, co by se dalo vylepšit. Nemusí to být hned převratný světový objev, může to být drobnost, která pomůže a potěší. Jako například hrneček, který se nepřeklopí. Ten pro svého dědečka vymyslela osmiletá holčička Lily, aby si dědeček nevylil svůj čaj. Kniha Vynálezů je zábavně ilustrovaná knížka, která nadchne nejen mladé vynálezce.
A compelling collection of human error and catastrophe through the ages - from the fall of Croesus to the destruction of Pompeii, from the Great Fire of London to the Great Depression, and from Little Big Horn to the Banking Crises of 2008. The dynamic incidents, crises, battles and defeats from all the fields of endeavor are included.
„Wie man mit einem Bindfaden die Welt verändert“ beleuchtet die Bedeutung scheinbar unwichtiger Dinge und Zufälle, die die Geschichte prägten. Jedes Kapitel widmet sich einem besonderen Gegenstand und weckt Neugier auf dessen Hintergründe, von den Sumerern bis zur Computermaus.
