Kelly Milner Halls

When studying mysterious creatures called cryptids, the line between fact and fable sometimes blurs. Believable finds-like the Piltdown Man and the Cardiff Giant-may turn out to be clever hoaxes. And impossible fictions-like a 44-foot squid and a living "missing link," the coelacanth-may be found swimming today's oceans. The Earth's remote regions and the water's murky depths may still harbor undiscovered marvels. Reports of Bigfoot-like creatures...

"Discover the history of the Titanic--an exploration of the shipwreck that shook the world for kids ages 6 to 9. On April 10, 1912, the Titanic sailed away from Southampton, England, on its very first voyage. It was the biggest ship ever built, and many people believed it was unsinkable. Four days later they were proven wrong. The sinking of the Titanic is a tragedy that we still remember today. One of the most comprehensive Titanic books for kids...

"You don't need a long, boring textbook to learn about history! Starting with the vents that set the state =for war and finishing with its aftermath, World War II History for Kihelps youyou explore the past through memorable facts you can share with your friends and family." -- Back cover.

Cryptozoology is the study of animals that may or may not be real: familiar animals like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster, and those that are less familiar like the Marozi of Kenya, the Orang-pendek of Sumatra and the Thylacine of Tasmania. Meet these and more in this introduction to cryptozoology.

Learn about child mummies from the Incas and other ancient civilizations around the world, plus a Civil War-era mummy from the United States.

"Covering 1801 to 1900, this century-long journey offers young learners a look at 30 of the most formative moments in American history and how they helped make the United States what it is today."--Back cover

Sometimes all it takes to make a difference is a single person willing to risk their lives and take a stand. This inspiring collection of biographies tells you the stories of some of the most amazing heroes of World War II. From Anne Frank to Oskar Schindler to our forgotten African allies, these soldiers, spies, and freedom fighters helped change the world and save millions of lives. What will you learn from their stories of selflessness and bravery?...

The Baghdad Zoo was once home to more than six hundred magnificent animals. But after the war in Iraq began in 2003, the city faced widespread destruction. When U. S. Army Captain William Sumner was asked to check out the state of the zoo, he found that it, too, was devastated. Hundreds of animals were missing, and the few remaining were in desperate need of care. And so Captain Sumner accepted a new mission. Together with an international team of...

Toys, games, and other things to make from craft sticks.