Most Popular Books by Elizabeth Raum

SOS! What would you do if you were stranded in the middle of the ocean, with no way to get home? How long could you survive? Find out what actual survivors did in these true tales of being lost at sea.

An educational and entertaining look at what life was like in Colonial America. From moldy food and dirt covered clothes to poisonous pests and extreme weather, American colonists did not have the easiest lives. Items that we take for granted like deodorant and soap were no where to be found. A great way to get kids interested in history and appreciative of our lives today.

This biography examines the life of Abraham Lincoln. The book includes biographies of other historical people and a family tree.

"Describes life in the American colonies, focusing on beliefs related to science and medicine"--

"Describes aspects of the U.S. Marines using numbers, stats, and infographics"--

"This book explores the people, places, and history of the New Hampshire Colony"--

Everything in this book happened to real people. And YOU CHOOSE what side youÍre on and what you do next. The choices you make could lead you to survival or to death. In the You Choose Books set, only YOU can CHOOSE which path you take through history. What will it be? Get ready for an adventureƒ

"Describes the events of World War II, including Pearl Harbor, major battles, and life in the United States during the war. The reader''s choices provide different historical perspectives"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines the Wilderness Trail (i.e., the Cumberland Gap) by discussing how and why it came to be and the immediate and lasting effects it had on the nation and the people who traveled it"--

Profiles the Aztecs, their history, culture, and what contributions they made to modern society.

How did the first photo look? What were photos printed on in the past? When was the camera phone invented? Take a journey through time and discover the amazing history of the camera!

Anchors aweigh! World War II is raging in the Pacific and the Atlantic Oceans. You''re at sea, fighting for your country as a sailor. Will you: Serve in the German Navy and attempt to survive the sinking of the Bismarck? Storm Experience the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor as a U.S. Marine? Omaha Beach in an American Navy landing craft on D-Day?

"In You Choose format, explores the Revolutionary War from the perspectives of spies on both the British and American sides"--

Being lost is scary. Being lost in space is terrifying. These true tales of surviving a disaster in space follow real astronauts through harrowing ordeals in which they relied on their training, instincts, and courage to survive.

You''re a meteorology student fascinated by storms. But Mother Nature can be unpredictable. Situations can quickly turn deadly when extreme weather is involved. What do you do when, You''re in a van full of people and a tornado suddenly appears to be headed right for you? A hurricane gains strength along the Florida coast but you''re unable to convince people to leave their homes? A flash flood suddenly strikes, putting you and your friends and family in mortal danger? Experience the life or death dilemmas that face storm chasers. YOU CHOOSE what you''ll do next. The choices you make will either lead you to safety or to doom.

"Describes the mysteries behind Stonehenge, one of the ancient wonders of the world, including how and why it was built, the people who built it, and what the ruins are like today"--

This book explores what the Vikings gave us: clinker ships, althings, and more.

"Describes the disgusting details about daily life in several historical eras, including housing, food, and sanitation"--

"Describes the four branches of the U.S. Military, breaking them down by the numbers"--

What types of challenges and choices were faced by World War II soldiers? Find yourself in the midst of the action in The World War II Soldier Experience. Storm the beaches of Normandy on D-Day, face kamikaze attacks in the Pacific Ocean, and sweat in the blistering heat of battle in the North African desert. With 148 choices and 69 possible endings, The World War II Soldier Experience will put you on the front lines of World War II.

A beehive looks neat from the outside, but have you ever wondered how those busy bees built it? From bird nests to beehives, this illustrated narrative nonfiction series explains how animals use their special skills to make a home that fits their needs. Range maps show where each animal lives and a hands-on activity in each book encourages kids to try the animals'' building techniques for themselves. A mama black bear digs a den for winter and gives birth to cubs in her den in this illustrated narrative nonfiction book. Includes a range map and a "Build Like a Bear" hands-on activity, plus glossary and further resources.

South Korea 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.

Explores the world of musicals and musical theater.

This book briefly examines the history, people, and environment of the country of Costa Rica.

This series takes a global approach to history, exploring a range of interesting topics using timelines to chart progress and developments.

Crafted to meet Common Core critical thinking standards, this series focuses on some of the significant events that took place as pioneers blazed a trail to settle America''s western frontier. Readers will explore the causes leading up to these historical events, then examine their immediate and lasting effects on people and places. Lively, descriptive language, primary source accounts, eye-catching illustrations, and detailed infographics, such as maps and charts, bring these stories to life.

All of these animals—from the mostly innocent black widow spider to the deadly taipan snake—have one thing in common: they use venom, or poison, for defense. Read about how these poisonous animals survive in their natural habitats and what part they play in the food chains and ecosystems in which they live. The question and answer feature throughout the book promotes reader inquiry, while the list of resources encourages further research and learning. This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the venomous stingray. Readers learn how these ocean animals use the stinger on their tails to defend against predators. Also explains the threat of these stings to humans and what to do when they are encountered.

The varied titles in this series build into a comprehensive library, covering a range of arts topics. Each book contains easy-to-follow activities. Each book is packed with high-interest facts and fascinating photographs.

The varied titles in this new series build up into a comprehensive library, covering a range of arts topics. Each book contains activities with easy-to-follow instructions designed to reinforce literacy skills and arts knowledge. With these books, the arts are brought to life!

"Describes the events of World War II and explains the significance of the war today. The reader''s choices reveal the historical details from the perspective of a member of the Dutch resistance, a Canadian soldier, and an American soldier"--Provided by publisher.

This series teaches about historical periods using classic literary works as a resource. Each title offers a unique look into the history of a specific period and region and shows how literature reflects history.

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.

The ''Leveled Biographies'' series offers leveled, high-interest nonfiction in a range of text genres. Each title tells the story of one memorable life, using pictures, maps, sidebars, and engaging text to make each person s story come alive."

Delve into fascinating time periods! This series allows readers to explore different times and places in history from different perspectives. The narrative format, suspenseful action, and path navigation keep readers reading

Crafted to meet Common Core critical thinking standards, this series focuses on turning points in U.S. history. Readers will explore the causes leading up to major events, then examine their immediate and lasting effects on people and places.

This series tells you everything you ever wanted to know about a range of topics, from science and technology, to history and food. Each book offers comprehensive and cross-curricular information that will stimulate the curiosity of young readers.

Readers can follow great explorers on historical journeys along famous landforms with this unique series. The geographical features are tied into the personal accounts of the explorers on their expeditions, including the conditions and equipment they had. Each book is filled with primary sources such as quotations from diaries and journals.