OF COURSE you think I was the bad guy, terrifying poor little Jack. You don't know the other side of the story. Well, let me tell you...

YOU are determined to start a new life in America in the early 1900s. But leaving your home in Europe won’t be easy. How will you make the long journey across the Atlantic? What will you tell immigration officials when you arrive at Ellis Island? Where will you go if you finally gain entry to the United States? Step back in time to face the challenges real people encountered when they left their homelands and immigrated to America through Ellis Island.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s brilliant overhead kick for Real Madrid. Alessia Russo’s back heel goal against Sweden. Gordon Banks's diving save that denied Pelé. Diego Maradona’s unreal goal in the World Cup. From forces of motion to the transfer of energy, science plays a huge role in these big moments. Examine each part of these unforgettable plays and find out how science makes them happen.

Derek Jeter’s brilliant toss to the catcher to prevent a score. Ozzie Smith’s bare-handed stop and throw to first base for a critical out. Nomar Mazara’s home run that sailed 505 feet. Willie Mays’s legendary catch in center field. Behind every pitch, swing, catch, throw, and slide, science is at work. Dive into each of these iconic baseball plays and learn more about energy, forces, motion, and more.

The Indus Civilization thrived in a river valley in South Asia for thousands of years. Its culture was known for its sophisticated and well-organized cities, as well as its reliance on agriculture and peaceful trade with its neighbors. But what was it like to live there during the height of this civilization? Explore life as a teen starting a new career. Try your hand as a traveling trader. Work as a builder in a growing city. YOU CHOOSE who to be, where to go, and what to do. Will you suc...

CAUGHT! As World War I ravages Europe, you are captured by the enemy. Rather than take your chances trying to survive in a grueling prison camp, you decide to take part in a daring escape. Will you leap from a moving train? Or will you tunnel under a prison camp fence? Every decision can be the difference between life and death. Which path will YOU CHOOSE to make it out alive? With stories based on historical accounts and war-time scenarios, nonfiction back matter, and multiple outcomes, t...

YOU are struggling to survive with the rest of the Continental Army during the brutal winter of 1777-1778. The stark conditions in the camp at Valley Forge have many soldiers doubting their cause and the leadership of General George Washington. Step back in time to face the challenges and decisions that real people faced during this pivotal time in history.

The date is April 27, 1865. You are crammed onboard the steamboat Sultana with more than 2,000 passengers. Many of them are soldiers heading home after the Civil War. You're cruising on the Mississippi River when a massive explosion rips through the ship. Do you dive into the water to save yourself or stay onboard to help the survivors? Will you try to swim for shore or wait for help to arrive? Will you stay with your sick friend or try to find someone to help him? With dozens of possible ...

Worst-to-first seasons, second-half reversals, and more! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, discover the all-time biggest comebacks in sports history. Read about Michael Jordan’s miraculous return after retirement. Discover more about the largest comeback in Super Bowl history. And don’t forget Bethany Hamilton’s unmatched return to surfing after a shark attack! With eye-popping photographs and heart-pounding text, this book will be a surefire hit with sports fans, young and old.

This survival guide introduces the basics of financial literacy and money management for kids—from earning and saving money to spending and donating it—and gives readers essential skills for financial know-how. The book also explores how choices about money and finances connect to character development and social-emotional well-being. Readers will find ideas for setting money goals, delaying gratification, being thrifty, building self-esteem, giving to charity, and making socially responsi...

10 tools for developing talents in multiple areas, from academics to arts to athletics, in all kids. Many believe that talent is inherent—a person either has it or doesn't. But research shows that a student's environment is a critical determinant for developing talents. In Talent Zones, Dr. Lee Hancock redefines talent so that parents, teachers, and coaches of kids can create environments rich in opportunities for all kids to boost their confidence and for developing talents in multiple ar...

Buzzer-beaters, walk-off homers, and more! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, discover the all-time greatest clutch moments in sports history. Discover more about Christian Laettner’s last-second shot in the 1992 NCAA men’s basketball tournament. Read about how Kerri Strug landed a near-perfect vault performance on an injured ankle, helping the U.S. gymnastics team win gold at the 1996 Summer Olympics. Find out how the “Hail Mary” football play first got its name in a 1975 NFL game with...