John Hamilton

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title readers will learn about the final years of World War I, including Russia's collapse and continued threats from Germany that forced the USA to join. Final battles and strategies are explained along with the descriptions of peace treaties and lasting effect of the war. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title readers will get to know the most decisive battles and influential military leaders from both sides of WWI. Each chapter uses casualty data and dates to explain the carnage created by new weapon technology and trench warfare. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words...

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title readers will get a first hand look at life in the trenches. Primary sources, data, and research are used to explain the horrors that took place in them, as well as sanitary conditions, structure, and soldier assignments. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index...

Explores myths and legends of aliens and alien encounters. For generations, ghoulish tales of horror have tingled the spine of young and old alike. World of Horror explores the haunted places of these legends and folklore, and the creatures that dwell in the darkness. Uncover the secrets of witches, curses of mummies, methods of monsters, and more! Learn about vampires, werewolves, goblins, and ghosts. Discover how the masters of horror weave the...

This title explores the development and use of the F-22 Raptor. Readers will follow the history of this stealth fighter aircraft, and learn about its military and performance specifications. Features such as its BAE Systems, radar-warning receiver, Infra-Red and Ultra-Violet Missile Approach warning systems, and radar are covered. Readers will learn about the weapon systems including compressed-carriage medium and short-range missiles. The F-22's...

Welcome to Montana, the Treasure State! Students will explore Glacier National Park, witness Rocky Mountain wildlife, attend a Native American powwow, and more as they learn about Montana's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Detailed...

Welcome to Mississippi, the Magnolia State! Your students will explore the Biloxi Lighthouse, visit the Jackson Zoo, see ancient earthen mounds in Winterville State Park, learn about music and walk the Mississippi Blues Trail, and more as they learn about Mississippi's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters...

Welcome to Connecticut, the Constitution State! Your students will ride the Chester-Hadlyme Ferry, uncover tracks at the Dinosaur State Park, visit Mystic Seaport, and more as they learn about Connecticut's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing. Detailed maps...

Welcome to Indiana, the Hoosier State! Your students will watch the Indy 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, visit Fort Wayne, explore Holiday World, listen to music at the Indy Jazz Fest, and more as they learn about Indiana's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standard and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing....

Welcome to Wisconsin, the Badger State! Students will explore the Apostle Islands, attend a Green Bay Packers football game, visit Wisconsin Dells, and more as they learn about Wisconsin's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Detailed maps...