As though cemeteries aren't creepy enough-prepare to be spooked even more by some of the most haunted cemeteries in the world!

In The History of Pet Dogs, early fluent readers will learn about different types of pet dogs, including how and why people first kept them as pets and how they spread around the world. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading easy and fun. Each title includes an infographic, a map, sidebars, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index to aid comprehension. Children can learn more about pet dogs using...

In The History of Pet Fish, early fluent readers will learn about different types of pet fish, including how and why people first kept them as pets and how they spread around the world. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading easy and fun. Each title includes an infographic, a map, sidebars, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index to aid comprehension. Children can learn more about pet fish using...

In The History of Pet Birds, early fluent readers will learn about different types of pet birds, including how and why people first kept them as pets and how they spread around the world. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading easy and fun. Each title includes an infographic, a map, sidebars, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index to aid comprehension. Children can learn more about pet birds using...

From sniffing out a meal to finding a mate, species throughout the animal kingdom use their sense of smell every day. While most animals use their noses to smell, such as cats, dogs, and humans, others use different parts of their bodies. For example, bees use their antennae, snakes use their tongues, and butterflies use their legs. A good sense of smell can allow animals to survive in dark, underground habitats. It can help others locate food sources...

When President Thomas Jefferson bought the Louisiana Territory from cash-strapped France in 1803, he doubled the size of the United States without really knowing what he was getting. He dispatched Meriwether Lewis and William Clark and their Corps of Discovery to explore a territory that would include part or all of fifteen future states and to seek a water route to the West Coast. Westward expansion began immediately, all for the bargain price of...

In this book about the world's largest Muslim nation, readers will learn about the unique geography and rich culture found in this archipelago. With the help of detailed photographs, fun sidebars, and quick facts, kids will discover Indonesia's history, customs, government, and more. Some chapters also cover interesting topics like Indonesia's art, food, and holidays. This sprawling and diverse country has a fascinating culture that is sure to inspire...

For decades, many people have been enthralled with the abilities of superheroes: super strength, super speed, and mind control. But what if powers like these, and more, could be realized in real life? This book explores some of the most believable accounts of superhuman abilities and uses science to help prove or disprove certain powers. Full of photographs, eyewitness accounts, hoaxes, and scientific evidence, this book delves into the real world...

Guatemala is a nation filled with diversity! People with Maya and Spanish roots as well as other ethnicities bring a rich culture. The land houses black beaches, volcanoes, and highlands as well as a wide array of wildlife. Take a trip through the pages of this title and explore Guatemala through engaging text, vibrant photos, and fascinating facts!

For centuries, the myths of trolls have fascinated and frightened people young and old. Originating in the time of the Vikings, trolls have been constant figures of mythology since the very first troll story. Their lore has evolved and developed over time, but their representations, especially across Scandinavian culture, have lasted to the present day. This book explains the history of troll lore throughout the ages, examines other troll folktales...