Moon, 1969. After World War II, tensions were high between the United States and the Soviet Union. Thus began the Cold War, and the battle to be the first to explore space. U.S. and Soviet astronauts were sent on several missions, but on July 16, 1969, the Apollo 11 crew won the race. Take a giant step to the moon in this stunning graphic novel. Diagrams, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles an exciting addition to classroom discussion.

Jack London’s classic tale of survival relates the trials and triumphs of White Fang, a wild wolf turned pet. White Fang’s life in the Wild is difficult. Eventually, he joins a pack of men and he must learn new laws. White Fang’s adventures surviving nature, battling his enemies, and learning to live with man has been adapted for young readers. White Fang’s strength and courage are tested in the Calico Illustrated Classics adaptation of London’s White Fang. Calico Chapter Books is an impri...

Dr. Victor Frankenstein dreamt of achieving great things through science – even create life. But it all went horribly wrong and he turned away from the monster he had created.Now his creation is filled with hatred and roaming the countryside. The horrific tale is captured in this striking graphic novel adaptation of Mary Shelley's frightening novel.A creator biography and glossary help reluctant readers take the first step on the road to classic literature.

United States, 1800s. Due to the need for manual labor, millions of African people were transported to and sold in the United States. These people were treated as property, and many felt this was wrong. These people helped thousands of slaves escape to the North where slavery was illegal. Follow the drinking gourd along the Underground Railroad in these daring graphic novels.

The award-winning Science Rocks! Series provides an imaginative look at science. Science has never been this groovy, and introducing the subject to the next generation of scientists has never been this fun!

The Barnyard Buddies illustrated nonfiction book In the Sheep Pasture teaches young readers about a day in the life of sheep. Young readers will find out how they are born, what they eat, and how they help people! Easy-to-read text combines with colorful illustrations to provide entertainment and facts for even the youngest audience.

Learn about gravity in these easy-to-read books. Gravity's force, moon's orbit, and their effects are explained with simple text and matching illustrations. A science activity, fun facts section, glossary, and index aid students in learning about the gravity pulling on them. Special thanks to content consultant Paul Ohmann Ph.D.

This informative and fun multipart title introduces young readers to the concept of measuring with pounds. It provides information on the terms and tools used when making simple measuerments. The accompanying photographs reinforce specific examples of measuring. The labeling of tools also provides a learning tool for ESL. Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

New York, 1980. Though the world was in turmoil, the U.S. Olympic hockey team united Americans on February 22. The Soviet Union had dominated Olympic hockey and they were aggressively invading the Middle East. Many felt the Soviets were unstoppable. Skate with the 20 young American men who made history when they did just that in this inspiring graphic novel. Maps, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles an exciting addition to classroom discussion.

England, 1912. The largest, most luxurious ship on the ocean set sail. The unsinkable Titanic had been outfitted and boarded. Now, the 1,316 passengers were setting off for America. Despite the warnings of other ships, the builder wanted to set speed records. This decision proved disastrous. Experience the impossible sinking of The Titanic in this epic graphic novel. Maps, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles an exciting addition to classroom discussion.

The Shapes illustrated nonfiction books provide the first lessons on common shapes. In Triangles, rhyming text and creative illustrations draw attention to where triangles are found in the world around us. Triangle games and a glossary help even the youngest students understand beginning geometry. Special thanks to content consultant Paula J. Maida Ph.D.

Graphic novels aren’t just for superheroes! The Wright Brothers have been plucked from history books and their lives and accomplishments have been depicted in informative nonfiction graphic novels. The subjects' birth, childhood, education, and flights have been skillfully told with detailed art. Further reading lists, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles useful in classroom discussion.