At the age of twenty-three, Leonardo DiCaprio has already achieved the kind of success for which most actors strive their entire career. His talent shines in his Golden Globe-nominated performance as Jack Dawson in the blockbuster film Titanic though his turn as a modern-day Romeo to Claire Danes' Juliet had already cemented his status as a romantic personality. But Leo isn't all glamour -- in…
The handsome horse Black Beauty begins his life in a happy home, until a change of circumstances leads him to learn about a crueler side of life. Black Beauty is the ultimate classic novel for horse fans of all ages.
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This book explores important events that have shaped our world. Find out how planet Earth formed, who ruled ancient Egypt, which NASA spacecraft flew past Mercury, and what is the fastest-selling book in history. Over 2000 key dates are accompanied by hundreds of illustrations, diagrams, and photographs.
FOR EVERYONE WHO STRUGGLES TO READ! Clear, practical, science-based information and advice for successful results One in five American children has trouble reading. But they are not stupid or lazy. In Overcoming Dyslexia, Dr. Sally Shaywitz, codirector of the Yale Center for the Study of Learning and Attention and a leader in the new research into how the brain works, offers the latest info…
Simple text and photographs introduce the concept of rules and laws found at home, in school, and in the community and show why it is important to follow the rules and not break the law.
What are some of the responsibilities of government? Which nation is located within a busy city? What is NATO? You can find the answers to these questions and more in Governments Around the World. As you go on this guided tour through world governments, you'll learn the difference between communism and capitalism. You will also learn about the many organizations and alliances-the UN, NATO, ASEA…