"Describes the details of different types of trucks, including semis, pickups, monster trucks, work trucks, and service trucks"--Provided by publisher.

"Readers can learn about the rescues of Jessica McClure, Floyd Collins, the Quecreek Mine Rescue, the Elandsrand Mine Rescue, and Wesley Autrey"--Provided by publisher

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols has been called "The Machine," as in the hitting machine.

Author Jeff C. Young provides short biographies of ten influential African-American actors.

This unique reference work provides biographies of both the biological and adoptive fathers of the 41 men who have served as president of the United States. Were the personalities of the father and son similar?

You're walking near a row of trees when you suddenly see a flash of color rise out of the brush.

Presents the lives and accomplishments of nine African American inventors whose inventions changed the world, including Howard Latimer, George Washington Carver, and Madam C.J. Walker.

Discusses the lives and accomplishments of scientists who persevered in the name of science.

"Discusses the life of Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto, including his travels in the Americas, the claim of Florida for Spain, and his eventual discovery of the Mississippi River"--Provided by publisher.

This title introduces readers to the adventurous sport of auto racing.