New Releases by Joanne Mattern

Animals rely on their sense of hearing to locate predators, find food, and sense danger. This book explores a variety of animal ears and describes how they work and how they help animals hear. From the super-sharp hearing of an owl to grasshoppers that hear through their legs, this book is full of fascinating facts that capture the reader''s attention while providing scientific information and offering an opportunity to compare animal hearing to the readers'' own. Photographs, diagrams, and maps add to the learning and make this book even more appealing for young learners.

Includes index, glossary and resources for more information.

No one expected Rose Greenhow to be a war hero. But when the American Civil War split the nation apart, this beautiful and popular hostess played an important role in the Confederate South''s most important battle victory.

Includes science vocabulary, fun facts, and trivia about each type of animal.

Includes science vocabulary, fun facts, and trivia about each type of animal.

Being the First Lady is an honor that also comes with immense responsibility. The First Lady of the United States has the opportunity to spearhead initiatives to help Americans in addition to her job of representing the country with dignity and grace. This book presents a close look at the role the president''s spouse plays.

Read Along or Enhanced eBook: This Level 3 book introduces and examines the different aspects of foodball. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about the history and rules of football, as well as how to play the game. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate and review important information.

Describes the park''s natural features, the history of human interaction with the area, the plants and animals that live there, and how the National Park Service works to protect and maintain it.

From the British surrender in Yorktown to the Civil War to Women''s Suffrage and the fight for Civil Rights, one powerful witness to American history played an important role. Discover why the old cracked bell in Philadelphia is still one of our nation''s most-loved symbols.

Includes a glossary and references for additional reading.

"In the 1770s before the United States was a nation, most people lived on farms. But Williamsburg in Virginia Colony was a busy town with wide streets, grand public buildings, bustling shops, and a large Market Square. Home to 2,000 people from wealthy gentry and middle class shopkeepers to poor slaves. Find out how Colonial Williamsburg today gives us a fascinating window into America''s past."--

This magnificent arch rises on the banks of the Mississippi River in St. Louis, Missouri. The nation''s tallest monument is the centerpiece of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, honoring Thomas Jefferson''s vision of westward expansion. This magnificent arch rises on the banks of the Mississippi River in St. Louis, Missouri. The nation''s tallest monument is the centerpiece of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, honoring Thomas Jefferson''s vision of westward expansion. Despite its controversial beginning, this amazing structure is now a national treasure and symbol of the nation''s reach from the Atlantic to the Pacific.

One of the most visited places in North America, Grand Canyon National Park is like an open window to Earth''s geologic history. The carving of the canyon''s walls by erosion left a cross-section of the Earth''s crust from millions and millions of years ago. See for yourself how grand and beautiful this gorgeous gorge really is.

If the groundhog sees its shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter. Moss grows only on the north side of a tree. No two snowflakes are alike. You may have heard these common sayings or beliefs before. But are they really true? Can they be proven using science? Let’s investigate seventeen statements about Earth, weather, and the environment and find out which ones are right, which ones are wrong, and which ones still stump scientists! Find out whether all deserts are hot! Discover whether it’s true that a ring around the Moon means rain or snow is on the way! See if you can tell the difference between fact and fiction with Is That a Fact?

More than just a random display of U.S. Presidents, this imposing monument honors the leaders of America''s founding, expansion, preservation, and unification. Discover how these faces ended up on a mountainside in South Dakota''s Black Hills.

She was a gift of friendship and peace between France and the United States. Now "Liberty Enlightening the World" stands as a symbol of America''s embrace of freedom and democracy. Find out why 4 million visitors each year visit this majestic statue in New York''s harbor.

Adult and child readers will learn all about adorable farm animals together in this new Co-reader from National Geographic Kids.

Audie Murphy was a dirt-poor Texas farm boy without a future. He spent much of his childhood working at low-paying jobs and hunting to keep his family from starving. Audie''s future looked bleak--until the United States entered World War II. Audie lied about his age to join the army, and soon this baby-faced soldier was fighting in Europe. Audie became a fearless leader and the most decorated combat soldier in American history. His war experiences became a popular book and movie, and Audie went on to a career as a Hollywood star. However, the story of America''s most honored soldier is not what it seems to be. Audie may have been a hero, but his war experiences affected his life long after the shooting stopped. Find out the fact and fiction about this war hero and movie star and learn the true story of Audie Murphy.

In this title, unwrap the life of talented McDonald''s restaurants builder, Ray Kroc! Readers will enjoy getting the scoop on this Food Dude, beginning with his childhood in Oak Park, Illinois. Students can follow Kroc''s success story from his education at Oak Park and River Forest High School to his careers with WGES radio station, the Lily-Tulip Cup Company, and the Malt-A-Mixer Company. Kroc''s family and his retirement years are also highlighted. Engaging text familiarizes readers with topics of interest including the original McDonald''s in San Bernardino, California, menu developments, and Ronald McDonald House Charities. An entertaining sidebar, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index, supplement the historical and color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Love sports? Make your passion your profession with this guide that can help you score a career in the sports industry. The sports industry is wide and vast, and there are countless ways to get involved and make sports your job. From the popular careers of professional athlete, coach, sports broadcaster, and photographer, to the lesser-known professions of sports agent, statistician, sports therapist, and scout, So, You Want to Work in Sports? delves into a wide variety of possible futures that are exciting and rewarding. In addition to tips and interviews from many different professionals, So, You Want to Work in Sports? includes inspiring stories from young adults who are out there exploring different sectors, as well as games, activities, a glossary, and resources to help you on your way to a successful career in athletics.

Nicki Minaj was a little girl with big dreams. As a child she wanted to be a soap opera star in order to buy her mother a beautiful house far away from the violence and drugs that plagued their neighborhood. Instead, Minaj began creating music. After years of struggle, Minaj began to get noticed by some of the brightest stars in hip-hop and soon an amazing career was born. Minaj combined her love of music, fashion, and business to build a fascinating career and prove to everyone that girls can succeed in anything if they just try hard enough. This book features quotes, photos, and information to bring Nicki Minaj and her incredible story to life.

People count on good citizens to make America a great country. In this inspiring nonfiction book, readers will learn what they can do to be good citizens, what leaders do to help citizens, and what rules good citizens follow. The appealing images, supportive text, and helpful table of contents, glossary, and index work together to keep readers informed and engaged from cover to cover.

From a tough childhood to a superstar, Tyler Perry is known throughout the entertainment world as a writer, director, producer, and actor. Inspired by watching an episode of Oprah about writing down one’s feelings, Tyler did just that. Through his writing skills, he developed the character Medea, whom he also plays in his movies. With many movies under his belt, and his own television series, Tyler Perry’s House of Pain, he has become a huge success that has brought him numerous awards. He donates much of his time and money to charities. His belief in God and his love of family help him to believe in himself and to overcome any obstacles set before him.

"Simple text and full-color photographs provide a brief introduction to coyotes"--Provided by publisher.

Blake Lively was born into a family full of actors, but the last thing she wanted was to be an actress herself. Blake was enjoying the life of an average high school student when her brother convinced her to audition for a movie called The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. Even though Blake had no real acting experience, she got a part in the movie—and the rest is Hollywood history! Soon Blake was appearing in many different films. Then she got her biggest break when she was cast as super-rich but troubled Serena van der Woodsen in the hit TV series Gossip Girl. Learn how the life of this glamorous star changed completely and how she stays true to herself and her family in this exciting biography of one of today’s hottest stars.

"Presents the athletic biography of Albert Pujols, including his career as a high school, college, and professional baseball player"--Provided by publisher.

"Presents the athletic biography of Derek Jeter, including his career as a high school and professional baseball player"--Provided by publisher.

"Presents the athletic biography of LeBron James, including his career as a high school and professional basketball player"--Provided by publisher.

"Presents the athletic biography of Dwight Howard, including his career as a high school and professional basketball player"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes the history, physical features, and care of the Ragdoll cat breed"--Provided by publisher.