Presents life in a town in ancient Greece, covering the temple, town square, a family home, an open-air theatre, games, the cemetery, the port, and more.
Nonfiction
Nonfiction genre
Roman Catholicism (World Religions)
An exploration of the origins and history, basic tenets and beliefs, organizations and structure, practices, influence, and contemporary role of the Catholic Church.
Mermaids Most Amazing
In this book, Narelle Oliver covers all aspects of mermaid lore, with stories of mermaid sightings, bizarre mermaid facts, folktales and fantasy.
Islam (World Religions)
Provides an overiew of the history and origins, basic tenets and beliefs, organization, traditions, customs, rites, societal influences, and modern-day impact of Islam.
Buddhism (World Religions)
“Provides an overview of the history and origins, basic tenets and beliefs, organizations, traditions, customs, rites, societal and historical influences, and modern-day impact of Buddhism”–Provided by publisher.
Projects about Ancient China (Hands-On History)
Includes social studies projects taken from the ancient Chinese.
Projects about Ancient Greece (Hands-On History)
Includes social studies projects taken from the ancient Greeks.
Fantasy Encyclopedia
With a foreword by the award-winning fantasy author Jonathan Stroud, and illustration by some of the world’s best illustrators including John Howe, the Fantasy Encyclopedia is a spectacular one-stop guide to the creatures and people of folklore and fantasy. From goblins and fairies to dragons and Dracula, this encyclopedia covers them all with sparkling, readable text and stunning illustrations. Discover how the magic of stories throughout the centuries has kept these creatures alive in traditions and cultures around the world. Using a highly visual approach, featuring more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this book will introduce readers to each fantasy character within its habitat and genre. Cross-reference boxes direct readers to popular books and movies starring these fantastical creatures. This is a must-have for any fantasy enthusiast!
Projects about Ancient Rome (Hands-On History)
Includes social studies projects taken from the ancient Romans.
Together
The sheep bleats, “Baa, baa, baa.” She gives us warm, soft wool. Giving to me, giving to you, Together there’s a lot we can do. The beautifully illustrated picture book TOGETHER introduces children to farm animals and the ways they work to provide for us. 50,000 paperback editions of TOGETHER are being donated to Heifer International for distribution.