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Explores the history of Egypt's pyramids, looking at how they were constructed, who was buried in them, and the religious significance of the structures and their contents.

After trick-or-treating, three small children unwittingly have an encounter with two ghosts looking for shelter.

Text and images of primary sources introduce students to industrial society in the United States during the nineteenth century, discussing topics such as campaign posters, political cartoons, the Erie Canal, and more. Includes a time line, a glossary, an index, and suggestions for use.

Describes and presents photos of significant historical documents from China, Japan, Mexico, Italy, India, Pakistan, Kenya, and the U.S., as well as money from several of these countries.

Text and images of primary sources introduce students to famous people and important events and places in American history, such as Abigail Adams, the Betsy Ross flag, Boston, and more. Includes a time line, a glossary, an index, related Web sites, and suggestions for use.

As the sun rises, many kinds of animals wonder what sort of weather the new day will bring.

Describes different kinds of bats, their physical characteristics, habits and behavior, and threats to their survival.

A bear who wishes to be the best-dressed bear at a dance receives help from all the animal clerks in the store.

Identifies the characteristics of birds and provides specific examples including the penguin, ostrich, peacock, and pelican.