Examines many aspects of the Civil War, including the issue of slavery, secession, the raising of armies, individual battles, the commanders, Northern life, Confederate culture, the surrender of the South, and the aftermath.

"Emily, Trellis, and Vigo visit Algos Island, where they can access and enter lost memories. They're hoping to uncover the events of Trellis's mysterious childhood -- knowledge they can use against the Elf King. What they discover is a dark secret that changes everything. Meanwhile, the Voice of Emily's Amulet is getting stronger, and threatens to overtake her completely" --

Tells the stories behind baseball's record breaking statistics.

Provides a brief history of women's athletics and profiles several woman athletes, including Billy Jean King, Mia Hamm, Rebecca Lobo, Marion Jones, Shannon Miller, Michelle Kwan,and Venus and Serena Williams.

The author recounts in graphic novel format her experiences with hearing loss at a young age, including using a bulky hearing aid, learning how to lip read, and determining her "superpower." "Going to school and making new friends can be tough. But going to school and making new friends while wearing a bulky hearing aid strapped to your chest? That requires superpowers! In this funny, poignant graphic novel memoir, author/illustrator Cece Bell chronicles...

Features five episodes from the original 1930s "Our Gang" comedies including "Fly My Kite," "A Lad an' a Lamp," "The Kid from Borneo," "Hi Neighbor," and "Hide and Shriek."

The twentieth anniversary edition of the best-selling parenting guide includes updated information as well as the practical, sensible advice that made the book a classic to begin with.

Shares wacky and engaging facts about many of our nation's leaders, traces the history and powers of the presidency, and offers insight into the job's daily routines, benefits, and challenges.

A member of Navy SEAL Team 3 describes his life as a father and husband, and as the serviceman with the most confirmed sniper kills in the history of the United States military while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.