Most Popular Books by Bob Temple

Named for the Indian word meaning "high ground," the mountainous country of Haiti is the second-oldest independent nation in the Western Hemisphere (surpassed only by the United States) and the world''s first black republic. African slaves created the nation in 1804, after revolting against the colony''s French government. Located on the western third of the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean Sea, Haiti is one of the world''s poorest countries. Most of its 7 million inhabitants depend upon farming to feed themselves, yet years of large-scale cutting of forests and subsequent soil erosion have devastated the land. Political unrest continues to contribute to the country''s troubles, as its government seeks to address problems ranging from environmental degradation to substandard health care to widespread poverty. Book jacket.

Because this next one is the century you get it all together. You''ll stop writing messages on envelopes that get thrown away, untie the string from your finger, and never again remind yourself to make a mental note. Is it idiotic to want to get organized? Please! And you need not be a brainiac to see that The Complete Idiot''s Guide to Microsoft Outlook 2000 is your first step in the right direction. With this lighthearted guide, you''ll learn how to send and receive email, manage contacts, juggle appointments, and keep track of tasks with Outlook 2000. From the beginner basics of getting a better handle on your daily routine to working with newsgroups and the Internet, this book clearly provides a better outlook on your life.

Located along the northeast coast of South America, Guyana is the only English-speaking nation on the continent. Most of the country''s one million people, the majority of whom are of East Indian, African, or mixed descent, live along the swampy coastal plain in the north. This tropical land of sugar plantations, settled by the Dutch in the early 1600s, received its name from the Indian word Guiana, meaning "land of water." Later a colony of the United Kingdom, it gained independence in the 1970s. Despite the country''s fertile land and rich mineral deposits, Guyana is one of the poorest countries in the Western Hemisphere. Its major exports of sugar, bauxite, and other crops and minerals leave through ports in the capital city of Georgetown. Book jacket.

The boys and girls in these books face obstacles, and meet mental and social challenges as well. Readers will discover that an athlete''s inner strength, persistence, and courage are just as important as a steady hand or a chance for a goal.

When Tanner moves to an exclusive new town he misses his old skate park, but with the help of the town bully and another new friend, Tanner thinks he can figure out a way to get a skate park built in Woodville.

Gathers information about the trombone, such as its origins, parts of the instrument, how it is played, and other instruments in the brass family.

A very simple introduction to the sport of and how it is played.

Shares historical information on the tuba, as well as details about its shape, components, and how it is used.

A short an dbasic introduction to the sport of basketball.

Introduces the history, geography, people, and customs of Saudi Arabia.

This book gives a brief history and description of the geographical highlights of Grand Canyon National Park.

A biography of the man responsible for mass producing the automobile in the early part of the twentieth century.

A brief biography of the quarterback who led the Denver Broncos to two consecutive Superbowl victories.

A brief biography of Shaquille O''Neal.

A short biography of the Minnesota Vikings star wide reciever.

A tour through Hawai''i Volcanoes National Park introduces the park''s flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. Kilauea, Mauna Loa, Crater Rim Drive, Captain Cook, and Polynesian influences are all discussed, including the legend of Pele. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and sidebars, detailed maps, map legends, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an index.

Explores Badlands National Park in South Dakota, introducing its geography, wildlife, climate, trails, and history.

A short look at different kinds of ice skating.

An introduction to the land, plants and animals, people, history and culture of the Bahamas.

Describes the events leading up to the battle between Santa Anna''s Mexican army and Texas volunteers at the Alamo and how that battle helped to shape the future of America.

Describes the history of Arab immigration to the United States from the mid nineteenth century to the present, including the reasons for immigration, how they thrived, and the cultural legacies Arab immigrants have left behind.

Introduces swimming and the basic skills used.

Explores Yellowstone National Park, introducing its geography, wildlife, climate, trails, and history.

The boys and girls in these books face obstacles, and meet mental and social challenges as well. Readers will discover that an athlete''s inner strength, persistence, and courage are just as important as a steady hand or a chance for a goal.

Crafted with a wealth of detail and rich illustrations, each biography in this appealing collection offers 32 pages that entice readers to discover the remarkable people who built our great nation. The primary narrative focuses on the childhood, education, motivations, and achievements of a key American figure, while special sidebars introduce related topics. Absorbing historical photos, helpful time lines, detailed glossaries, and a resource section for further research will draw kids back to these books time and again!

Sports on the Net will show sports fans how and where to find news, statistics, opinions, photos, graphics and other fans of their favorite team or sport. This book will save the reader on-line time and money by providing comprehensive coverage of all sports related information and resources available on the Internet, including directions on how to find it.

Explains how Jimmy''s allergy helps solve a crime.

Everything in these books happened to real people. You choose the path you take and what you do next. Readers will explore multiple perspectives and learn for themselves the value of seeing history from many points of view.

Willy, Tom, and Grace want to surprise Mom by helping her out. But why is there smoke coming from Mom''s ears?

There''s nothing quite like the thrill of watching a sports hero pushing his or her talents to the limit. Your students can savor that excitement again and again with these well-written, easy-to-read biographies of Sports Superstars. Perfect for reluctant readers, these inspiring stories tell of athletes who combine determination with hard work to make their dreams come true. Vivid action photos and exciting descriptions bring kids closer to some of the greatest heroes in sports history.

Crafted with a wealth of detail and rich illustrations, each biography in this appealing collection offers 32 pages that entice readers to discover the remarkable people who built our great nation. The primary narrative focuses on the childhood, education, motivations, and achievements of a key American figure, while special sidebars introduce related topics. Absorbing historical photos, helpful time lines, detailed glossaries, and a resource section for further research will draw kids back to these books time and again!

There''s nothing quite like the thrill of watching a sports hero pushing his or her talents to the limit. Your students can savor that excitement again and again with these well-written, easy-to-read biographies of Sports Superstars. Perfect for reluctant readers, these inspiring stories tell of athletes who combine determination with hard work to make their dreams come true. Vivid action photos and exciting descriptions bring kids closer to some of the greatest heroes in sports history.

Full-color, full-action, full-throttle sports stories--that''s what you get when you take Stone Arch Books'' safe, thrilling, high-interest graphic novel format and infuse it with the insider knowledge of Sports Illustrated Kids. These action-packed books are sure to please even the most reluctant readers.

YOU are aboard the Titanic, the world''s largest ocean liner. The ship is sinking, and the ocean water is freezing. Will you survive?

Offer a child a ticket to explore a new world! Each title covers one fascinating nation and vividly portrays its key features--from rugged mountains to tropical beaches, from ancient ruins to bustling streets. Students take a private journey with full-color photo essays, plentiful maps, a native-language word list, and fascinating details about each country''s food, special celebrations, and pastimes. Sources for further research, including Web sites, are especially useful for reports.

This series of sixteen titles depicts in both text and pictures the unique challenges that faced many of our various ethnic groups as they came to the New World. Each volume is indexed and contains a bibliography featuring books and Web sources for further information.