Ann Heinrichs

Presents a look at the geography, wildlife, history, government, economy, people, culture, and everyday life of the South American country.

Explores the land, people, history, economy, and travel opportunities of the state of Vermont.

Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, sports, arts, and people of Egypt.

A brief introduction to the geography, history, natural resources, industries, cities, and people of Nebraska.

Describes the land, people, history, economy and sights of the state of North Carolina.

A brief introduction to the geography, history, natural resources, industries, cities, and people of Nevada.

Introduces the concepts and usages of similes and metaphors for young readers.

Weekly quizzes or the annual spelling bee can instill a sense of dread in most students. But 'Spelling Rules' makes this often tricky subject easy and fun. Simple strategies and effective examples help kids comprehend when and why words are spelled the way they are. Additional features to aid comprehension include colorful photos, a table of contents, sources for further research including websites, information about the author, activities for further...

Pinatas, floats, and tasty food all play a role in the holiday that remembers Mexican independence. Kids learn the historical significance behind the festivities and gain an appreciation for the exciting traditions and rich cultural celebration associated with May 5.

A book about nouns? How could you have a book without them? Nouns make up the world around us, and they make up most of our writing and speaking, too. With this book, young readers will learn how to identify and use different kinds of nouns. The Language Rules! Series introduces readers to one of the most difficult things they'll ever have to learn--the English language. Using fun examples, helpful hints, and hilarious original illustrations, the...