Ann Gaines

Follows the life of Ulysses S. Grant from his childhood in Ohio through his two terms as the eighteenth president of the United States and into his post-White House years, and includes photographs and illustrations, a time line and glossary, articles on key events that influenced Grant, and other reference materials.

From our nation's founding to the current presidency of George W. Bush, the Our Presidents series offers an unparalleled education in American democracy. Each of these forty-two books is as unique as the man it portrays, featuring personal recollections of his childhood and explaining how crucial decisions made history. This collection is a complete library of all the presidents--not just familiar leaders--for middle and upper elementary students...

From our nation's founding to the current presidency of George W. Bush, the Our Presidents series offers an unparalleled education in American democracy. Each of these forty-two books is as unique as the man it portrays, featuring personal recollections of his childhood and explaining how crucial decisions made history. This collection is a complete library of all the presidents--not just familiar leaders--for middle and upper elementary students...

Describes exploration of the planet Mars, with an emphasis on the Pathfinder and Mars Global Surveyor spacecraft, what they found, and future missions.

This book describes how glamorous film star Hedy Lamarr achieved recognition as the inventor of a radio communications device.

Examines the Confederacy's role in the Civil War, the hostility between northern and southern states, and the aftermath of the war.

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of platypuses, one of three species of monotremes, or egg-laying mammals.

A biography of the geologist who first explored the Colorado River and the Grand Canyon.

This book traces the life and accomplishments of Mexican American labor leader Cesar Chavez, who founded the United Farm Workers union to promote better wages and working conditions for migrants and other farm workers.

Traces the history of the U.S. Navy and some of the great men who have served in its ranks; and shares details of life in the modern Navy, looking at the activities of men and women who run nuclear-powered carriers, submarines, and aircraft.