Introduces the homerun-hitting fielder for the Chicago Cubs, Sammy Sosa.
A biography of the blind composer, pianist, and singer whose musical ability, apparent since childhood, has earned him many awards.
Two office managers for large companies who hire and train young people describe the kinds of jobs available in a business office and necessary preparation for a business occupation
This discussion of a career in watchmaking emphasizes its suitability for the disabled and describes the necessary training
Describes the training requirements and the advantages and disadvantages of various jobs available in electronics.
Career opportunities in a telephone company are outlined along with a history of the industry and guidelines concerning educational requirements, salary and union associations
Discusses such aspects of teenage pregnancy as the causes and nature of pregnancy, the proper care for mother and baby, and alternative choices such as adoption and abortion.
Provides information and advice on how to cope as a teenage mother before and after the baby is born.
Describes the life and career of the legendary New York Yankees star Joe DiMaggio.
Teens from all backgrounds can learn about and participate in Kwanzaa. This book combines information from ancient texts and legends, African folklore, modern history, and insights from Kwanzaa's founder. It...
Describes the history, mythology, daily life, art, and religious rites of Native American tribes of North America.
An Olympic gold medalist in boxing, Oscar de la Hoya will have your readers ready to get into the ring with a book!
Sports biographies of ten outstanding current players in the National Basketball Association.
Informative and fascinating, this book shows the drama and euphoria of the pair's discovery, the impact it had, and how we use it today.
Informative and gracefully written, this book explores a dazzling performance art and captures the pageantry and energy of the dance team.
How Do We Know the Speed of Light (Great Scientific Questions and the Scientists Who Answered Them)
There are things that people need to survive and things that they want to make life enjoyable. This book explains the difference and shows how needs and wants may be met.
Allow your students to get a close-up view of the ways in which drugs affect not only users but those around them as well.
These nine titles explore the dangerous effects of drugs on individuals and on society.
Traces the process and influences behind the writing of Harriet Beecher Stowe's novel, Uncle Tom's Cabin, which was published when the nation was torn over the issue of slavery and headed toward Civil War.