Ezra E. Knopp

Ellen Ochoa was the first Hispanic woman astronaut In 1993, Ochoa served as the mission specialist aboard the STS-56 mission of the space shuttle Discovery. On this mission, she performed experiments to study the Sun and how it interacted with Earth's atmosphere. From 2013 to 2018, Ochoa served as director of NASA's Johnson Space Center. In this informative biography, readers will learn all about Ochoa and her pioneering work. Filled with colorful photographs and a timeline of events, the book is sure to engage and inspire young readers.

Maybe you just call them all "bugs," but there are key differences between the bugs we call insects, and the bugs we call arachnids. Which one has six legs, and which one has eight? Which one can have wings and antenna? Readers will enjoy discovering the answers to these and other fascinating questions inside this colorful, dynamic volume. The manageable text and vibrant photographs were designed to encourage readers to think critically about the natural world and to inspire a new generation of entomologists

Hurricanes and tornadoes are both dangerous storms that include swirling high-speed winds. They both often result in death and destruction. But do you know which one forms over land, and which forms over water? Which one makes the fastest winds on the planet? Which ones can reach a diameter of 1,000 miles? Readers will discover the answers to these and other fascinating weather facts about hurricanes and tornadoes in this colorful book. The engaging text was designed to draw in readers and encourage them to become science fact finders

Maybe you just call them all "bugs," but there are key differences between the bugs we call insects, and the bugs we call arachnids. Which one has six legs, and which one has eight? Which one can have wings and antenna? Readers will enjoy discovering the answers to these and other fascinating questions inside this colorful, dynamic volume. The manageable text and vibrant photographs were designed to encourage readers to think critically about the natural world and to inspire a new generation of entomologists

There's a famous photograph of a smiling Theodore Roosevelt riding a moose through a river. However, the photograph is an example of early photo editing--long before Photoshop Many of the stories surrounding the life of Roosevelt are larger than life, and some of them are actually true. Inside this book, readers will discover the amazing stories--both true and untrue--attached to America's 26th president, from his role in the "Rough Riders" during the Spanish-America War to his contributions to conservation efforts in the United States. This book is filled with primary sources to help readers make a connection with the text and with history. It also includes a timeline and a glossary of potentially difficult terms.

America's 18th president was, and still is, well known for his efforts leading the North to victory during the American Civil War. But many stories surrounding Grant aren't actually true. For example, is it true that Grant was arrested for speeding in a horse-drawn carriage? Is it true that his middle name is actually Simpson? Readers will find the answers to these questions inside this detailed guide to Grant's life. The at-level text is paired with primary sources and a timeline of Grant's life to help make this book an immersive read.

There's a story about President Thomas Jefferson that says that, while visiting France, he tried macaroni and cheese for the first time. The story says that he was the first person to introduce the dish to America. However, that's a myth Jefferson achieved many things--including doubling the size of the country and establishing the Lewis and Clark expedition--but some of the stories surrounding him are false. Readers are sure to be drawn in by facts and myths about America's third president. Primary sources and a timeline supplement and enhance the at-level text.

There's a story about President Thomas Jefferson that says that, while visiting France, he tried macaroni and cheese for the first time. The story says that he was the first person to introduce the dish to America. However, that's a myth Jefferson achieved many things--including doubling the size of the country and establishing the Lewis and Clark expedition--but some of the stories surrounding him are false. Readers are sure to be drawn in by facts and myths about America's third president. Primary sources and a timeline supplement and enhance the at-level text.

On June 26, 1963, President John F. Kennedy made a speech to the German people in Berlin. He famously said, "Ich bin ein Berliner," which translates to "I am a Berliner" (someone from Berlin). However, future sources, including newspapers, sometimes considered the quote a blunder, as it could be confused for, "I am a jelly doughnut " Inside this volume, readers will learn more about this historic event and the myth that arose from it. They will also explore other myths and facts about Kennedy. Primary sources accompany the text, and a timeline of the life of America's 35th president helps create a well-rounded, enjoyable learning experience.

America's 18th president was, and still is, well known for his efforts leading the North to victory during the American Civil War. But many stories surrounding Grant aren't actually true. For example, is it true that Grant was arrested for speeding in a horse-drawn carriage? Is it true that his middle name is actually Simpson? Readers will find the answers to these questions inside this detailed guide to Grant's life. The at-level text is paired with primary sources and a timeline of Grant's life to help make this book an immersive read.

Many people today know that the story about George Washington cutting down a cherry tree as a child is just that--a story. However, did you know that Washington was a dedicated breeder of hunting dogs? In fact, he is credited with creating the American foxhound breed. That's true Thanks to this guide to the first U.S. president, readers will come to have a greater understanding of Washington and efforts he led to create a new country. They'll also learn how he chose to lead that country. Primary sources and a timeline help make this a comprehensive exploration of George Washington's life and career.

There's a common myth that says Abraham Lincoln, the 16th U.S. president, wrote the Gettysburg Address on the back of an envelope while on a trip by train. Although that makes for a good story, it's just a story Readers will discover other myths about Lincoln, but more importantly, they will learn the facts about his time in the White House. Primary sources of Lincoln and his era help readers make connections to the text, and a timeline of Lincoln's life rounds out this important reading experience.

There's a common myth that says Abraham Lincoln, the 16th U.S. president, wrote the Gettysburg Address on the back of an envelope while on a trip by train. Although that makes for a good story, it's just a story Readers will discover other myths about Lincoln, but more importantly, they will learn the facts about his time in the White House. Primary sources of Lincoln and his era help readers make connections to the text, and a timeline of Lincoln's life rounds out this important reading experience.

On June 26, 1963, President John F. Kennedy made a speech to the German people in Berlin. He famously said, "Ich bin ein Berliner," which translates to "I am a Berliner" (someone from Berlin). However, future sources, including newspapers, sometimes considered the quote a blunder, as it could be confused for, "I am a jelly doughnut " Inside this volume, readers will learn more about this historic event and the myth that arose from it. They will also explore other myths and facts about Kennedy. Primary sources accompany the text, and a timeline of the life of America's 35th president helps create a well-rounded, enjoyable learning experience.