Books written by Michael Rajczak

Deadly Droughts

Rustad, Martha E. H. Droughts: Be Aware and Prepare. North Mankato, MN: Capstone Press, 2015. Websites Drought for Kids drought.unl.edu/DroughtforKids.aspx Learn more about what causes droughts. Save Our Water: Resources for Kids ...
How Did the Liberty Bell Get Its Crack?: And Other FAQs About History

Founding Facts answers The make history our of country's the United past States even is more full of interesting! questions—and their Q: get How its crack? did the Liberty Bell A: The bell cracked when it was first rung in 1752.
How Did the Liberty Bell Get Its Crack?: And Other FAQs About History

The Liberty Bell cracked the very first time it was rung.
Before Thomas Jefferson Was President

Thomas Jefferson: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Everything. New York, NY: Nancy Paulsen Books, 2014. Websites Biography: President Thomas Jefferson www.ducksters.com/biography/uspresidents/thomasjefferson.php Check out some quick ...
Texas Geography

Austin, the state's capital, and San Antonio areon the western edge of the coastal plains. Padre Island, Galveston Island, and other barrier islands are just o the Texas coast. e islands provide some protection from tropical storms ...
Before Thomas Jefferson Was President

In this motivating volume, young historians will love learning about the early life of the multitalented founding father before he became president and will especially enjoy the appealing artwork and fascinating fact boxes.
Christopher Columbus

In this volume, readers familiar with Columbus’s travels on the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria can learn who Columbus was beyond his travels.
Becoming President

This book not only introduces readers to the process of becoming the US president, but also guides them through their own campaign.
The Greatest Baseball Players of All Time

Was old-timer Horus Wagner or recently retired Derek Jeter the best shortstop? Readers will decide. Position by position, this fascinating book, replete with action-packed photographs, highlights the best of the best.
Attack of the Zebra Mussels

Boaters on the Great Lakes often see clusters of small mussels stuck to docks, rocks, and even boats!
The Transcontinental Railroad

Westward Expansion : First Transcontinental Railroad www.ducksters.com/history/westward_expansion/ first_transcontinental_railroad.php Learn fun facts about the transcontinental railroad and some of the other interesting events of ...
Before Franklin D. Roosevelt Was President

This thought-provoking pre-presidential biography, full of fascinating facts like these, describes the remarkable and vivacious man who would guide the nation through World War II. Noteworthy photographs and interesting fact boxes add to ...
Becoming President

This book not only introduces readers to the process of becoming the US president, but also guides them through their own campaign.
Becoming President

The main duty of the vice president of the United States is to be ready to take on the role of president if the president dies or resigns. Eight vice presidents have become president when the sitting president died.
Sea Urchins

Spiny, small, and edible, sea urchins are found in oceans all over the world.
The Transcontinental Railroad

The transcontinental railroad didnt really cross North America.
Haunted! Gettysburg

Including important historical context, detailed sidebars, and spooky photographs, the tales of wandering spirits will engage readers, but they may have to keep the light on.
Before Franklin D. Roosevelt Was President

This thought-provoking pre-presidential biography, full of fascinating facts like these, describes the remarkable and vivacious man who would guide the nation through World War II. Noteworthy photographs and interesting fact boxes add to ...
Be a Citizen Scientist!

But how? This book, written by a veteran teacher, answers all the questions children have about how, where, and why it's so important to engage in citizen science.
Be a Citizen Scientist!

But how? This book, written by a veteran teacher, answers all the questions children have about how, where, and why it's so important to engage in citizen science.