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Did you know that ancient Egyptian mummy makers had special tools to extract brains through the nose? Or that before mummies became objects of scientific interest, people used to burn them as fuel? Explore this exciting book for answers to questions you'll be glad we asked-plus "Did You Know?" fun facts and lots of vivid, dramatic illustrations.

Step into the enchanting world of "Nova and Happy Face's' Positive Affirmation Book: I Am..."–a delightful book crafted to nurture young minds through the magic of positive affirmations. Powerful statements like "I am loved," "I am creative," and "I am brave" guide children on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. In a world filled with endless possibilities, this book serves as a beacon of positivity, helping children manifest a deep understanding of themselves and the unique qualities that make them special.

What is philosophy? Well, philosophy asks questions, such as: What does it mean to be human? What is truth? What is good? These are very BIG questions that need exploring, and understanding the answers will help everyone.

Estas civilizaciones, aportaron su arte y sus ideas para conformar, junto con otros pueblos, un área de alta cultura en Mesoamérica. Sin embargo, se tiene conocimiento de la existencia de culturas "preolmecas", de las que se han encontrado señales intactas de su desarrollo, hace más de cuatro mil años, en los restos de vasijas de cerámica grabada con imágenes del maíz, el Sol, el cielo, el rayo y la tierra.

Mesoamérica era una extensa área cultural que abarco un periodo de más de cuatro milenios, en el que mientras algunas civilizaciones alcanzaban su esplendor, otras llegaron a su más profunda decadencia. Los pueblos mesoamericanos creían que antes de ellos habían existido cuatro eras o soles.

In this modern, poetic twist on a beloved classic, Carla Henry-Lewis and her granddaughter, Elizabeth Lewis, take listeners on a journey through the anticipation, hope, and determination of election night. Set against the backdrop of the 2024 U.S. election, this heartfelt book captures the emotional pulse of a nation standing at a crossroads. With wit and wisdom, the authors weave a story that resonates with listeners of all ages, reflecting the values of democracy, the importance of civic engagement, and the power of every vote.

America's path to revolution was paved by the great discussions of the Continental Congress, which gathered to address grievances against Great Britain. Adamant that the Colonies remain under British rule, King George III fueled the flames of American independence.

The office of the U.S. President is designed to share power between the three branches of government—executive, legislative, and judicial. These three branches balance each other's power to keep the peace and respect the rules.

This revised edition features 22 new stories about women and girls across 70+ professions and over 40 countries. Listeners will marvel at the accomplishments of well-known women like Cleopatra, Amelia Earhart, Rosa Parks, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Frida Kahlo, and they’ll discover the powerful stories of Colombian spy Policarpa Salavarrieta, Afghani rapper Sonita Alizadeh, Sierra-Leonean ballerina Michaela dePrince, Mexican doctor Matilde Montoya, and American surgeon Mary Edwards Walker.

Desde Aztlán emigró un pueblo guiado por Huitzilopochtli, el cual fundó la capital de un gran imperio: México-Tenochtitlán. Este tema, aunado al de las características especiales de la cultura, costumbres, organización, etc., hacen de esta obra una pieza inigualable. Este material contribuye al conocimiento y entendimiento de una cultura fundamental para comprender la historia antigua de México.

Why are so many old things buried in the ground—and who finds them?

La cultura maya es una de las civilizaciones prehispánicas más importantes de América, ubicada en la parte sureste de México, Guatemala, Belice, Honduras y El Salvador. Restos de imponentes ciudades y centros ceremoniales, vestigios de sus leyendas, mitos, descubrimientos y observaciones, son la evidencia de una cultura evolucionada que buscaba una explicación de las cosas buenas y malas de la vida.

Alles, was Groß und Klein über das Glück wissen wollen. Felix und Feline begeben sich auf eine Entdeckungsreise: Wie ist es, in einer Tätigkeit voll und ganz aufzugehen? Selbstwirksamkeit, Gestaltungsfreude und Verbundenheit – so kann echtes Glück aussehen! Die beiden machen sich aber auch auf Spurensuche, warum so viele Erwachsene die Fähigkeit verlieren, glücklich zu sein und unbeschwert im Moment zu leben. Liegt es an unserer schnelllebigen Welt? Daran, dass uns Raum und Zeit fehlen? Wo in unserem Alltag ist Platz zum Spielen und Erkunden, zum Lernen und Denken, für Zugehörigkeit und Geborgenheit?

In 1859, the British and Americans coexist on the small island of San Juan, located off the coast of the Pacific Northwest. They are on fairly good terms—until one fateful morning when an innocent hog owned by a British man has the misfortune to eat some potatoes on an American farmer's land. In a moment of rash anger, Lyman Cutlar shoots Charles Griffin's pig, inadvertently almost bringing the two nations to war. Tensions flare, armies gather, cannons are rolled out . . . all because of a pig!

Archaeologists have uncovered everything from tiny artifacts to mummies and even cities! This series examines six well-known discoveries and covers the who, what, where, and when of each one.

Dive into action with the United States Armed Forces while listening to these thrilling and informative books. Uncover the history, tactics, and missions of forces like the Navy SEALs, Army, and Coast Guard.

This series is a thank-you to emergency workers! Each title will look into an emergency worker job, the training it takes, and what a day in the life looks like.

Most people arrive at their tidy desks at 8 a.m. each day, and others jump out of airplanes to rescue others or face violent seas to catch fish. Each title in this series will introduce a fierce job, the people who take it on, and what each day might entail.

Bist du schonmal hingefallen? Ein Pflaster und tröstende Worte reichen da meist schon aus. Aber was ist, wenn jemand in eine richtige Notlage gerät? Im Wasser, im Straßenverkehr oder während eines Unwetters? Ralph und seine drei Freunde Georg, Mo und Belle lernen Menschen und sogar Tiere kennen, die genau wissen, wie sie in solchen Situationen helfen können. Mit viel Humor und immer der richtigen Portion Ernsthaftigkeit vermittelt Ralph Caspers im neuen Hörspiel zu den beliebten GEOLINI MINI-Heften seinen kleinen Zuhörer*innen „Alles über Polizei, Feuerwehr und Rettung“.

Arrested? For teaching? John Scopes’s crime riveted the world, and crowds flocked to the trial of the man who dared to tell students about a forbidden topic—evolution. The year was 1925, and discussing Darwin’s theory of evolution was illegal in Tennessee classrooms. Lawyers wanted to challenge the law, and businessmen smelled opportunity. But no one imagined the firestorm the Scopes Trial would ignite—or the media circus that would follow.