History

In Thematic Maps, early fluent readers will learn about common map features, such as map keys and compass roses, as well as specific features and the many kinds of thematic maps, including… More →

A large, powerful dinosaur uses its razor-sharp teeth to tear into prey. What is this creature? It is a Tyrannosaurus rex! In Tyrannosaurus Rex, readers learn all about this dinosaur's… More →

A dinosaur defends itself with three sharp horns and a frill. What is this creature? It is a triceratops! In Triceratops, readers learn all about this dinosaur's appearance, behavior, and how More →

In Political Maps, early fluent readers will learn about common map features, such as map keys and compass roses, as well as political map features, such as borders, cities, and capitals.… More →

In Reference Maps, early fluent readers will learn about common map features, such as map keys and compass roses, as well as specific features and the many kinds of reference maps. Bright,… More →

In Road Maps and GPS, early fluent readers will learn about common map features, such as map keys and compass roses, as well as specific features of road maps and how we read them. Bright,… More →

In 1971, a man later known as D.B. Cooper hijacked a plane, stole $200,000, then strapped on a parachute and jumped out of the plane. He was never seen again. In D.B. Cooper Disappearance,… More →

In 1962, three men broke out of Alcatraz, one of the most secure prisons in the world. They were never seen again. What happened? In Alcatraz Escape, early fluent readers will learn about the More →

A small dinosaur catches prey with its long, sharp claws. What is this creature? It is a velociraptor! In Velociraptor, readers learn all about this dinosaur's appearance, behavior, and how… More →

In 1587, a group of about 100 English colonists settled on what is now Roanoke, North Carolina. The colony's leader left for supplies, and when he returned, he discovered the settlement was… More →

In Physical Maps, early fluent readers will learn about common map features, such as map keys and compass roses, as well as physical map features, such as color shading and elevation keys.… More →

In Historical Maps, early fluent readers will learn about the history of maps, what historical maps show us, how maps have changed over time due to exploration, and how to read maps. Bright,… More →