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The silky Maltese and the spunky Yorkshire terrier make up a Morkie. Find out why Morkies are great pets.

You live in a United States on the move in the 1860s. The government gives two railroad companies the Central Pacific and Union Pacific the job of building the first transcontinental railroad. This railroad will unite the country and allow people to travel west to pursue new lives and opportunities....

Some call it the War to End All Wars, the first global war in history. World War I is a bloody, miserable fight between the Axis countries of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire and the Allied forces of the United States, Great Britain, France, and Russia. Will you: Fly as a pilot in the...

There is no better way to understand World War II than to put yourself in the middle of the action. This collection of 3 You Choose books takes you from the Attack on Pearl Harbor to the battlefields of Europe, and the struggles and challenges of the homefront. With more than 140 choice and 64 possible...

The Civil War is a turning point in American history. It is both a war for freedom and a war that turns brother against brother. It is also a period of technological warfare. The most advanced weapons and tactics the world has ever seen make their appearance. Will you:  Fight as an infantryman in either...

Dazzle your friends with these amazing card tricks! With some practice, you'll soon be leaving audiences baffled. Simple step-by-step instructions and photos will teach you how to find a volunteers chosen card, make cards float in midair, and more!

Grab readers’ attention with strange and fascinating inventions such as odor-trapping underwear, digital tattoos, and ships made from ice. Using dozens of cool photos and fun trivia facts, The World’s Oddest Inventions offers young readers a peek at weird and amazing contraptions and devices from around the world.

The Park explores the many things people do and can see when they go to a park.

In this multicultural look at international holidays, children learn how people celebrate special days throughout the year in countries all around the world.

Where does money come from and why do we need it? Find out the answers to these and other questions about money as you read this book.

Snakes and lizards have many things in common because both are reptiles. However, they are different in many ways too. Find out how they compare in All About Snakes and Lizards.

Healthy Eating describes each food group, including common foods in every group and how eating from all of the groups is important for good health and strong bodies.

Its 1950 and the Communist country of North Korea has invaded its neighboring country of South Korea. The United Nations has stepped in to help South Korea by providing weapons and soldiers. Nearly all of these soldiers come from the United States. Will you: Serve as a pilot in Korea with the U.S....

The four bloody years of the American Civil War left a permanent scar on the nation. Through it all, people on both sides fought bravely for the causes they believed in, both on the battlefield and beyond. A select few of these people are remembered as war heroes. Learn about these remarkable people and the key roles they played in the Civil War.