Most Popular Books by Eric Braun

Simple text and photographs present the life of Maurice Sendak.

"Describes various trivia, tips, activities, and other useful information for making sports, the outdoors, cities, and daily life more fun and interesting"--

"Describes various tips, activities, and useful information for making life in the city more fun and interesting"--

An intergovernmental science agency recently concluded that one million species, plants, and animals are at risk of extinction because of nature's dangerous decline. What is the cause of this decline? And what are humans doing to protect themselves and other species? Readers will discover the facts behind this issue, the interconnectedness of species on Earth, and the immediate action needed to address the rapid loss of biodiversity.

Women have come a long way since the first women's rights convention took place in Seneca Falls, New York, in 1848—but women's rights activists are still working to expand rights today. What are the main concerns of women's rights activists today? And what challenges have women faced in the 1800s, 1900s, and 2000s in their fight for equality? Find out how Susan B. Anthony, Betty Friedan, and other groundbreaking activists paved the way for the women's rights movement today. And learn how activists are working with groups that speak out for the rights of racial minorities and members of the LGBTQ+ community to expand rights for all.

Relates the life of John Chapman, known as Johnny Appleseed, who is famed for his distribution of apple seeds and trees across America.

Presents a short biography of Mae Jemison who became the first African American woman astronaut.

Discusses the main concerns of the protest movements of the 1960s, and how those have evolved since; what's changed for the better, what might be worse, and where do we go from here.

Did you know that there is a kind of jellyfish that can live forever? Or that pigs can learn to play video games? Test your trivia knowledge and learn loads of incredible facts in this mind-blowing book of amazing animal trivia! Then impress your friends with your new trivia skills. Find out which mammal has the most teeth, whether the flying lemur really flies, and why some lizards do pushups. The answers may surprise you!

Make ancient Norse mythology come to life through stories of adventure, magical powers, and family battles. Discover the Norse gods and goddesses and the powers they used to control and change the world. There's Thor, the god of thunder who struck fear into his enemies, and Odin, the chief god and master of wisdom and magic, plus many more. Dramatic photos and illustrations, plus sidebars, facts, and infographics help uncover how these myths influenced the culture and daily life of the ancient Norse people.

Presents the life of professional basketball athlete Stephen Curry, from his childhood to his rise to stardom.

Short biography of the African American scientist and astonomer who also helped survey the land for the nation's first capital.

A brief biography of the skier, Lindsey Vonn.

Worst-to-first seasons, second-half reversals, and more! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, discover the all-time biggest comebacks in sports history. Read about Michael Jordan's miraculous return after retirement. Discover more about the largest comeback in Super Bowl history. And don't forget Bethany Hamilton's unmatched return to surfing after a shark attack! With eye-popping photographs and heart-pounding text, this book will be a surefire hit with sports fans, young and old.

Introduces the life and accomplishments of champion skateboarder Tony Hawk.

"Introduces the concept of point of view through retellings of five classic fairy tales - 'Cinderella,' 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' 'The Little Mermaid,' 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears,' and 'Little Red Riding Hood' - by the stories' supporting characters"--

"In a narrative nonfiction format, follows people who experienced the Challenger tragedy and controversy"--

Braun traces the cinema's gay and lesbian heritage from the uncensored extremes of the Roaring Twenties, through the repressive regime of Hollywood's Production Code, to the camp extravagence of the sixties and seventies, and beyond into the modern era. Along the way, he offers fascinating and often hilarious profiles of the stars idolised by gay audiences worldwide, from Mae West to Madonna.--Jacket flap.

An in-depth and fascinating study of one of Hollywood's most popular icons - fully updated and including previously unreleased pictures. Doris Day is almost always portrayed as the sunny, squeaky-clean girl next door. This wholesome image kept her at the top for twenty-four years and thirty-nine films. But behind the effervescent, ever-cheerful image that Doris Day portrayed through dozens of classic Hollywood movies was an extraordinary story of private pain. Her dazzling smile hid a tormented personal life that included four marriages, and a terrifying accident that nearly ended her life. And yet for generations of movie-goers Doris Day remained the embodiment of innocent beauty and apple-pie homeliness, and even today she exerts a powerful fascination for millions of fans around the world.

OF COURSE you think I was the bad guy, terrifying poor little Jack. You don't know the other side of the story. Well, let me tell you...

-Introduces readers to pro football's biggest event, the Super Bowl, and to major upsets and other surprises in the first 50 championship games---

"Discover the Roman gods and goddesses and the powers they used to control and change the world. There's Jupiter, the king of the gods and the god of thunder and lightning, and Neptune, the powerful god of the seas, plus many more"--Back cover.

Describes the habitat, physical characteristics, and life cycle of butterflies, most of whom live in tropical areas.

Keeping track of all the fascinating baseball facts and statistics can make your head spin faster than a curveball. You hear about blazing speeds (the average Major League fastball is 92 miles per hour), huge numbers (Barry Bonds hit 762 home runs), and powerful dynasties (the New York Yankees have won the World Series 27 times). Engaging infographics relate facts and key concepts about baseball, from how pitchers throw a curve ball to the crucial timing of a home run. Detailed "data art" allows readers to visualize important baseball concepts and explore notable aspects of "America's Favorite Pastime." The vibrant infographics on each spread appeal to struggling readers and help them analyze and interpret baseball information and statistics.

Baseball fans love to root, root, root for the underdog, and every summer they get reminded that anything can happen in pro baseball. An undrafted player can become an All-Star. A ball club known as a perennial loser can rise up and win the World Series. This book presents thrilling tales of players and teams who have shocked the baseball world.

Lance Dragon explains how simple machines work while using them to defend the skate park in his castle.

Make learning to read fun for children with this decodable fiction book about a man and his new cat friends! This book offers a built-in phonics review for early readers. Today, students need help learning how to read more than ever before. This illustrated book will engage and excite young readers while they gain practice with several high-frequency words: thing, where, who.Each book includes family engagement activities to extend phonics learning and has a specific phonics focus. Book 4 covers digraphs such as ck and th. Develop foundational reading skills with the research-based approach to phonics instruction used in this book!

Memorable plays by center fielder Willie Mays, shortstop Derek Jeter, right fielder Nomar Mazara, and shortstop Ozzie Smith are featured in this scientific look at baseball.

What's your favorite holiday? Halloween? Valentine's Day? Share your holiday spirit with all your friends by throwing a holiday party! Don't worry if you're not sure where to begin. We'll give you tips and tricks on decorations, invitations, and activities for your party. And if you want your bash to have a special theme?say, "New Year's Eve Dance Marathon"?we've got ideas for you there too! Take a look inside this book and start planning a holiday event that everyone will be talking about?until you host your next party, of course.

-Introduces readers to pro football's biggest event, the Super Bowl, and to major records set and broken in 50 championship games---

It's finally summer! What better way to celebrate than throwing an outdoor party? Before you throw down a picnic blanket and crank up the tunes, it's time to do a little planning. Inside, you'll find all the information you need to get ready for your party and to make sure your guests have tons of fun. Plus, you'll learn how to sidestep party pitfalls (bugs! peanut allergies!) and how to make your party extra-memorable (s'mores! capture the flag!). Even after school starts, your friends will still be talking about your party.

"Explains important statistics and their history in the sport of baseball"--

Buzzer-beaters, walk-off homers, and more! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, discover the all-time greatest clutch moments in sports history. Discover more about Christian Laettner's last-second shot in the 1992 NCAA men's basketball tournament. Read about how Kerri Strug landed a near-perfect vault performance on an injured ankle, helping the U.S. gymnastics team win gold at the 1996 Summer Olympics. Find out how the "Hail Mary" football play first got its name in a 1975 NFL game with just seconds left. With eye-popping photographs and heart-pounding text, this book is sure to attract sports enthusiasts, young and old.

From famous fascinating quotes to fun facts about food inventions, this title is packed with incredible history-related trivia!

"Informative, engaging text and vivid photos introduce readers to pro receivers"--

"This book will profile real-life child and adult activists working to improve healthcare and education about health."--

This book explores various perspectives surrounding the Battle of Yorktown in the Revolutionary War. Readers are immersed in the action as their choices guide the narrative.