Tanner Billings

Young readers are likely familiar with lakes on a basic level, but they may not know key details such as where the water that fills lakes comes from or where the world's deepest lake is located. With this captivating guide, readers will love learning all sorts of fun facts about lakes. Engaging subject matter introduces early readers to important elementary science curricula. Eye-catching photographs correlate closely with low-ATOS level text, supporting...

It may be the smallest branch of the armed forces, but the U.S. Coast Guard plays a pivotal role in the military. Charged with ensuring the safety and security of the country through protecting and guarding the shores, members of the coast guard perform a unique job. This informative volume gives readers an up-close look at life in this branch of the military and explains its fascinating history. Striking photographs take readers on a journey from...

Most people are familiar with GPS technology to some degree, but how many people know how it actually works? Readers are able to confidently say they do after exploring this comprehensive and clear guide to GPS and its many uses in the military. As readers gain a deeper understanding through the fact-focused text and engaging sidebars, they are also encouraged to think critically and apply their new knowledge with questions at the end of each chapter....

Young readers are likely familiar with lakes on a basic level, but they may not know key details such as where the water that fills lakes comes from or where the world's deepest lake is located. With this captivating guide, readers will love learning all sorts of fun facts about lakes. Engaging subject matter introduces early readers to important elementary science curricula. Eye-catching photographs correlate closely with low-ATOS level text, supporting...

Wars are not just fought on the ground-militaries around the world have looked to the sky (and beyond) for many years. In order to employ technology such as rockets and satellites in warfare, engineers and other military members had to develop a strong understanding of STEM. This understanding is shared with readers through engaging text that presents common curriculum topics through a high-interest lens. Additional information is provided through...

Reefs are home to a wide variety of organisms, such as coral and many different plants. With the help of this captivating volume, early readers will learn all about the underwater areas that have been dubbed "rainforests of the sea." Accessible text is paired with closely related photographs in order to support the development of strong reading comprehension skills. This easy-to-follow, low-ATOS guide is the perfect way to introduce young readers...

From the towering Angel Falls of Venezuela to the magnificent Niagara Falls straddling the United States and Canada, breathtaking waterfalls can be found all over the world. Even the smallest waterfalls with barely a trickle of water are a beautiful part of nature. With the help of this easy-to-follow guide, early readers will learn key information about these beautiful formations. Low-ATOS text pairs closely with eye-catching photographs, helping...

A swamp is an area of land that is often partially covered with water. This engaging volume fully covers the key facts about these wonderful wetlands. Accessible text is paired closely with colorful photographs, helping young readers develop a strong understanding of the book's content. A picture glossary and simple index introduce beginning readers to common book elements, while the subject matter introduces them to concepts important to elementary...

A swamp is an area of land that is often partially covered with water. This engaging volume fully covers the key facts about these wonderful wetlands. Accessible text is paired closely with colorful photographs, helping young readers develop a strong understanding of the book's content. A picture glossary and simple index introduce beginning readers to common book elements, while the subject matter introduces them to concepts important to elementary...

Having taken part in all American wars, the Marine Corps is often the first branch of the military to see action. Part of the U.S. Department of the Navy, the Marine Corps is a separate military group, although it is closely associated with the U.S. Navy. Attention-grabbing photographs and historic images correlate closely with this informative and engaging narrative, which teaches young readers about the history, purpose, and current state of the...