Most Popular Books by Matt Doeden

Discusses the events of Boston Tea Party, one of the acts by the American patriots that led to the American Revolution.

Text and photographs introduce aircraft carriers, their parts, and their crew who fix and fly aircraft.

Describes the U.S. Army and explains how it works to protect and defend our country.

Describes the function of the Navy, its vehicles, personnel, and weapons.

"In graphic novel format, tells the life story of President Thomas Jefferson, who authored the Declaration of Independence"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses how lowrider owners customize and decorate their cars, and how they make them bounce.

Highlights the life and career of the Olympic gold medal snowboarder.

Tells how the punk rock group Green Day was formed, gives a brief biography of the members, and explains what bands, political activities, and popular trends influence their music.

Cal Ripken Jr. spent much of his childhood surrounded by baseball - his father was a minor league player and coach. By the time Cal was in high school, his skills had attracted the attention of major league scouts. Cal’s dream came true when he was drafted by his hometown team, the Baltimore Orioles. In the years that followed, he would become one of the greatest shortstops in Major League Baseball history. Read all about this legend’s incredible career!

Describes the life and accomplishments of the cyclist who won the Tour de France seven times after his life-and-death struggle with cancer.

Talk about having big shoes to fill. Eli Manning - the younger brother of record-breaking Peyton and the son of legendary quarterback Archie - was the NFL’s number-one draft pick in 2004. At first, the media criticized his inconsistent performance as the New York Giants’ quarterback, but he silenced all doubters when he led his team to an unlikely Super Bowl victory in 2008. Find out how Eli proved that he’s a champion quarterback in his own right.

Win by a nose. Pulling your leg. Turn a blind eye. Have you ever heard these crazy expressions? People use them even when noses, legs, and eyes have nothing to do with whatever they''re discussing! That''s because these sayings are idioms—phrases that mean something different than what the words in them actually say. But don''t let idioms give you a chip on your shoulder! Let''s explore a variety of idioms related to body parts and figure out what people really mean when they use them.

On June 6, 1944, Allied bombers flew overhead as a huge naval fleet landed on the beaches of Normandy, France. Under a hail of gunfire, thousands of Allied troops fought their way onto the beaches and into the German-occupied territory. This courageous invasion became known as D-day. One of the largest military operations in history, D-day ended in Allied victory, but that victory came at a staggering price. Learn more about the brave men and women who risked and even sacrificed their lives to fight back against the Germans and help turn the tide of World War II.

With over 500 languages and the highest population in Africa, Nigeria has become one of the most diverse countries in the world. Visitors can find ancient cities, beautiful nature preserves, lively celebrations, and delicious foods. Follow the rich history of Nigeria and see how it became a leading economic power. Through engaging maps and images, explore 100,000 years of Nigeria''s history and culture.

"How did pro basketball biggest stars become the greatest players of all time? By playing the game in ways no one had ever done before! Discover the magic that propelled players like Julius "Dr. J" Irving, Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Maya Moore, and others to superstardom"--

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Did you know that most of the energy we use comes from coal, oil, and natural gas? How do workers collect these fossil fuels? And what effects do these fuels have on the environment? Read this book to find out all about coal, oil, and natural gas.

As quarterback of the New England Patriots, Tom Brady is the most important player on the NFL’s best team. As USA TODAY, the Nation’s No. 1 Newspaper, puts it, “Facts are facts. In winning three Super Bowls from 2001-04, among numerous other shining accomplishments, New England secured its place as the NFL''s Franchise of the Decade.” With three Super Bowl rings and a rich contract, Tom is on top of the world. But most people didn’t expect Tom to be a big success in the NFL. Playing college football for the University of Michigan Wolverines, Tom sat on the bench until his junior year. After college Tom was taken by the Patriots in the 2000 NFL Draft—in the sixth round (199th overall). Expectations were low, but it didn’t take Tom long to show that he was not just good enough to be in the NFL, he was good enough to be one of the NFL’s best. Tom Brady went from a kid with an uncertain football future to one of the most celebrated quarterbacks in NFL history.

Whack! When the blade strikes the puck, it''s prime time on the ice. From sizzling slap shots to brilliant backhands, experience the wickedest goals from hockey''s biggest superstars. These sensational shots were so hot, they practically set the ice on fire!

You''ve heard it all a million times before.

Discusses top fuel dragsters, their main features, and how they are raced.

Considered one of the best golf players in the world, Tiger Woods has had a spectacular career to date—and he’s only getting started. A golf prodigy, he began playing when he was 9 months old, and went pro in 1996 when he was just 20 years old. In the years since, Woods has won countless tournaments. Among the victories is the coveted Masters. At an early age, Woods created a name and a permanent place for himself among the pros, and in golfing history.

Presents a photographic introduction to the land, history, government, economy, people, and culture of the African country of Central African Republic.

An introduction to the life and career of NFL quarterback Peyton Manning.

An introduction to supercross, discussing the rules, race courses, and stars of the sport.

With borders on the Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Sahara Desert, Morocco has been an important part of African and European history. Though it''s a small country, it is full of mountains, orchards, deserts, villages, and big cities. Discover Morocco''s rich culture and history since gaining independence in 1956. From artifacts of ancient empires to giant solar energy farms, discover why so many people call Morocco home.

The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African American combat pilots in US military history. Ride along with these brave pilots on the dangerous military missions that changed the course of history.

Examines the life and career of Dale Earnhardt, Jr., including his childhood, training, and eventual success as a stock car racer.

With the first world wide war, many new weapons were invented for the battlefield. Learn about the advancement in weapons in this book!

Examines the life and career of actor and musician Will Smith.

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting to engage reluctant readers! Baseball has long been dubbed America''s national pastime. When the top teams face off in the World Series each season, team legacies and fans'' hearts are on the line. Author Matt Doeden covers the century-long history of the World Series, from its humble beginnings to becoming a worldwide sensation. Discover the drama behind the statistics and record books that keeps the crowd enthralled!

Cristiano Ronaldo is a superstar soccer player for Spanish club Real Madrid. In 2015 he became the leading scorer in Champions League history with a career record 76 goals. He has claimed four Golden Shoe awards as the top goal-scorer in European soccer. Though many know him for his skills with a soccer ball, Ronaldo also has an active life off the field. Learn all about his journey to the top of the soccer world, how he stays fit, his fashion and modeling career, and much more.

Have you ever watched the Olympic Games? Voted in a class election? Used an alphabet with twenty-six letters? All these things came from ancient Greece. More than two thousand years ago, the ancient Greeks invented tools and treasures that still shape our lives. Find out where the ancient Greeks lived, what their lives were like, and what happened to them. Discover how they changed the world!

Traces the life and career of basketball great Wilt Chamberlain, discussing the teams he played for the records he set for scoring.

Discusses the history, financial aspects, and risks of space exploration.

How often do you write or read? Do you live in or near a city? Writing and cities both began in ancient Mesopotamia. Six thousand years ago, the ancient Mesopotamians created tools and treasures that still shape our lives. Find out where the ancient Mesopotamians lived, what their lives were like, and what happened to them. Discover how they changed the world!

Presents the life and career of the famous quarterback whom many thought was too small to be a pro.

Describes the events of the Hindenburg airship disaster. Written in graphic-novel format.

Chronicles the life and baseball career of center fielder Willie Mays.

Discusses the importance and benefits of physical fitness, including the physical fitness cycle, how to eat right, different components of fitness, assessing fitness, and exercise.

When basketball fans hear the words Final Four, they probably think of the buzzer-beaters, Cinderella stories, and bracket-busters that have thrilled people for years. However, you don''t need to be a die-hard fan to know that the NCAA men''s basketball tournament is one of the most popular sports events in the United States. By the time the tournament of 68 teams has been whittled down to the Final Four, excitement reaches a fever pitch. From the first intercollegiate basketball game played in 1895 all the way to the thrills and drama of the most recent Final Four, read about the shocking moments and stunning upsets that give March Madness its name.