Joseph Stanley

Introduces the Delaware people, discussing their history, traditions, and daily life.

Rubies have many different uses. They have been used in beautiful jewelry, ancient armor, and even lasers! How do people get these useful and beautiful gems? Readers explore the intricate process of mining for rubies, cutting these gems, and polishing them until they look their best. These steps are explained through clear, accessible text. Fun fact boxes provide additional information about rubies. With each turn of the page, readers encounter beautiful,...

Young people often hear adults complaining about taxes at home and on the news, but the facts about taxes aren't always easy for them to understand. However, this guide to an essential civics topic introduces elementary readers to the basic facts about taxes; what they are, what they're used for, and who pays them. Helpful graphic organizers, eye-catching fact boxes, and full-color photographs complement the informative main text. Even though it may...

Children learn from all sorts of teachers throughout their lives, not just the ones in school. In this entertaining book, readers follow along as a relatable narrator learns from his aunt. Familiar locations, such as the grocery store, help beginning readers and young listeners apply what they learn to everyday situations. Bright illustrations and close picture-text correlation help readers develop reading comprehension skills and reinforce key concepts...

Children learn from all sorts of teachers throughout their lives, not just the ones in school. In this entertaining book, readers follow along as a relatable narrator learns from his aunt. Familiar locations, such as the grocery store, help beginning readers and young listeners apply what they learn to everyday situations. Bright illustrations and close picture-text correlation help readers develop reading comprehension skills and reinforce key concepts...

Famous for its bountiful potato crop, Idaho is one of the fastest-growing states in the country. In addition to its agricultural industry, Idaho is home to a burgeoning science and technology sector. This book will introduce the reader to the fascinating world of Idaho's facts-past and present. The state is proud of its history of supporting human rights, and was one of the first states to give women the right to vote. The narrative also provides...

The assassination of President John F. Kennedy was a horrific event that stunned the world and left Americans deeply shaken. There are many conspiracy theories surrounding this crime and its aftermath, but readers will discover the facts as they take a closer look at the shooting and the events that followed with the help of fact boxes, detailed sidebars, and primary source photographs. Essential historical information is presented in an engaging...