Most Popular Books by Elizabeth Raum

These titles offer a first introduction to difficult issues that many young people face. Each book offers straightforward information about the subject, answering common questions kids may have to help them make informed decisions.

Compares and contrasts the cities of Bodie (Calif.) and San Francisco (Calif.) in order to explain why one still flourishes and the other is a ghost town.

This book briefly examines the history, people, and culture of the country of North Korea.

Read this title to learn about what bullying is, who it affects, and how it can be prevented. Get the facts about why some children are bullies and how to avoid being bullied. Bullying can be scary. No one deserves to be bullied.

Presents basic information about what AIDS and HIV infections are, how they are spread, how people deal with having them, and what it is like to be the friend of someone with HIV/AIDS.

"A photographic timeline of World War II"--

Read this title to learn about what peer pressure is, who it affects, and how it can be prevented. Get the facts about what kinds of peer pressure can be good, and how to avoid being pressured into doing something dangerous or hurtful.

How many girls your age have a social media account? What are the most popular social media websites? How many followers does the average teen have? Find the answers to these questions and more while learning how to make a statement on social media!

Discusses the creation of the Declaration of Independence and its significance in United States history.

What is alcoholism? What happens when parents get divorced? What are illegal drugs? This series offers a first introduction to difficult issues that many young people face. Each book offers straighforward information, answering common questions people may have to help them make informed decisions.

A brief look at some explorers of long ago and some much more recent.

Using the ''recount'' nonfiction genre, this title explores a wide variety of famous leaders throughout history including Julius Caesar, Joan of Arc, Queen Isabella, Napoleon Bonaparte, Winston Churchill, and Richard Nixon.

An introduction to the science of magnetism.

Discusses the importance of poetry in modern music, its historical significance, and different styles of poetry, and suggests writing and speaking activities.

Real-life stories of young people helping others in need.

How many siblings does the average girl your age have? At what age do most girls start dating? How do other girls your age handle friend drama? Find the answers to these questions and more as you try to be the best friend and family member you can be!

What is a wind turbine? Where does wind energy work best? What are the limitations of wind energy? ''Fueling the Future'' asks the questions that young people want answered. Each chapter contains a different question, so readers can develop their knowledge.

Presents basic information about what Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is, what might cause it, how it is diagnosed and treated, and what it is like to have a friend with the disorder.

You have traveled a long way from Germany to make a new home in America. You are excited, but you know your new life won''t be easy. You are a German furniture maker hoping to help create a new Germany in Texas in 1845, OR..., You are part of a German family settling in the Dakota Territory in 1887, OR..., You are a young German in search of new opportunities in Wisconsin in 1914. Book jacket.

This book helps children to develop critical thinking and debating skills. It examines the topic of advertising in a lively and accessible way. Information is presented to help readers deliberate, debate, and decide for themselves. The book looks at the power of advertising: how it works, the pros and cons, the impact of consumerism and how advertising affects our daily lives.

Have you ever sung, "Jose, can you see?" Do you really know the words to "The Star-Spangled Banner"? Here''s your chance to find out what they really mean.

From ancient times to today humans have searched for methods to make their work easier. Learn about the developments and historical context of different tools and machinery that have helped make people more productive and enabled them to enjoy more leisure time.

Provides an introduction to the life and biography of the popular African American jazz musician, Louis Armstrong.

For especially talented athletes, fame and fortune follow. Crowds cheer them and newspaper and television reports present them as heroes. However, some athletes, as they struggle to be the best, make mistakes.

When Jimmy Carter was a boy, he listened to his parents talk about local politics and watched them live out their Baptist faith in the community. From the fields of his family farm to traveling the world negotiating peace talks, God guided every step of Jimmy’s journey. His unwavering devotion to peace and faith helped him navigate the political waters of the governorship and presidency. Discover the extraordinary life of this world-famous humanitarian and follow in the footsteps of this incredible man of God.

This book follows the development of homes through the centuries, from ancient times to today.

Presents a look at time, covering biological clocks, the history of time, world time, and time travel.

This book provides a basic introduction to various geographical and geological structures on Earth.

Presents the story of gold, discussing how it has been valued since ancient times, the different uses it has, where it is found in the world, and some of the stories and legends that have been told about it throughout history.

Nuclear Energy is a Heinemann title.

"Renewable and nonrenewable energy"--Cover.

An introduction to Mae Jamison, the first African-American women astronaut, discussing her childhood in Chicago, her education and work as a doctor, her career at NASA, and her activities after leaving the space program.

Surviving Tornadoes will look at children who experienced tornadoes around the world, through history and up to the present day.

Haiti offers complete coverage of this fascinating country, including sections on history, geography, wildlife, infrastructure and government, and culture. It also includes a detailed fact file, maps and charts, and a traceable flag.

Introduces bread, discussing how it was introduced in the ancient world, the modern processes of making bread, different types, and the higher wheat prices which are causing hunger in the poorer countries of the world.

"An illustrated timeline of the Revolutionary War"--

Designed to reinforce literacy skills and arts knowledge with easy to follow activities.

Recounts the impact of hurricanes through personal narratives of different children who survived four major hurricanes of the past, with descriptions of some of the efforts being made to protect areas from future hurricanes.