Peter Castellano

"Many people know that about 70 percent of Earths surface is covered by water. But they may not know that the oceans hold nearly 97 percent of the water on Earth. From the Arctic to the Pacific, these huge bodies of water are important to the health of our planet. Readers learn the different boundaries and characteristics of each of Earths oceans, complemented by full-color photographs both above and below the surface. The main content and fun fact...

"Understanding the events of the American Revolution is key to learning more about the history of the United States. When readers encounter this important topic in social studies classes, they often must be able to explain the causes, main events, and results of the war. Through clear explanations and simple language, this book gives readers of all levels an overview of these aspects of the Revolutionary War in a format perfect for test review or...

"The Civil War is a major part of the social studies curriculum. However, it can be overwhelming to cover the causes of the war, its main events, and the immediate results. This book breaks down the most important points of the Civil War in an accessible way appropriate for many reading levels. Fact boxes explain key terms and add crucial details to the main content. Historical images and a concluding timeline help both new readers and those reviewing...

Understanding the events of the American Revolution is key to learning more about the history of the United States. When readers encounter this important topic in social studies classes, they often must be able to explain the causes, main events, and results of the war. Through simple explanations and language, this book gives readers of all levels an overview of these aspects of the Revolutionary War in a format perfect for test review or quick reference....

Not only did the Declaration of Independence help set U.S. history in motion, the document was influential to other revolutions around the world. Therefore, it's crucial to understand the meaning of the Declaration of Independence in order to continue exploring the social studies curriculum. Readers are presented with the most important aspects of the document, including why it was written, the writing process, and its impact on American independence....

Some of the most iconic pop-culture figures ever have been witches: the Wicked Witch of the West, the White Witch in The Chronicles of Narnia, Hermione in the Harry Potter books. But theres a long history of witch legends from around the world, including historical events condemning them, such as the Salem witch trials. This high-interest topic will engage even the most reluctant readers with tales of good and bad magic, spells, and torture. Full-color...