Welcome to the world of Triceratops! Though a plant eater, this dino could pack a punch with its sharp horns and giant body. Learn all about this mighty dinosaur: where it lived, what it ate, and how
Crash! The huge, fast, and hungry Tyrannosaurus Rex thundered through the hot and wet forests of the Cretaceous period, always searching for its next meal. Discover the fascinating story of this giant
Boom! Crack! The mighty Diplodocus thundered through the Jurassic Period. With its massive size and built in whip for a tail, predators stayed clear. Fun facts, charts, sidebars, and engaging images h
From wet noses to wiggly tails, discover all there is to know about man’s best friend. Young readers learn about different dog breeds, famous pups, and how to take care of a dog of their very own.
Before Tyrannosaurus rex, there was the mighty Allosaurus. This carnivorous dinosaur ruled the Jurassic Period with its razor-sharp teeth and deadly claws. Vibrant images, colorful maps, interesting f
Did you know that electric eels can make 800 volts of electricity? Meet giant arapaimas, hungry piranhas, and other fascinating fish at the Smithsonian National Zoo in these first books reviewed by Sm
The Liberty Bell has been a symbol of basic American rights since before the Revolutionary War. It has remained a treasured symbol, prominently used during the height of the civil rights movement and
The French came up with the idea of The Statue of Liberty but, in the end, it was paid for by both the Americans and the French. Its torch and the Emma Lazarus poem saying "give us your tired, your po
The U.S. flag has stood as a symbol of freedom since America was founded. Using primary sources, young readers hear the story behind this treasured symbol from the people who were there. Engaging text
Francis Scott Key wrote the poem that became our country's national anthem in celebration of America's surprise victory over Britain in the War of 1812. It was sung for more than a century before it b
The Pledge of Allegiance was first written more than two hundred years ago to celebrate Columbus Day. Since then, it has grown into a treasured American symbol. Using primary sources, young readers he
The U.S. constitution was signed over two hundred years ago, and it still protects American citizens today. Using primary sources, young readers hear the story behind this American symbol from the peo
