Describes special events from around the world with the history and traditions that make the holidays memorable, such as Chinese New Year and Valentine's Day.

Discusses the formation and eruption of volcanoes and the damage they cause.

Will and Lucy sail on the Titanic and are separated from their father when the ship hits an iceberg and begins to sink.

Takes a look at different ways animals move and some of their unusual activities, such as using wings for parading, flippers for swirling, and feet for floating on water.

Chronicles a young girl's first riding lesson, providing information on riding clothes, tack, grooming, mounting and dismounting, and warm-up exercises to learn to trust one's pony.

"Sniffles, Sneezes, Hiccups and Coughs is a simple introduction to the respiratory system and common things that go wrong with it. The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about how they breathe and why they sometimes do funny hiccups and loud sneezes!"-- Provided by publisher.

Padmé Amidala, Queen of Naboo, explains what her life is like and what happens when her planet is invaded by enemy soldiers.

A young boy tours a theater, including backstage, before watching a play. Information boxes provide details about the roles of the director, stage manager, and lighting and sound technicians, and the making of props.

"Chewbacca battles for his life with the help of the Jedi and his ferocious Wookiee warriors!"--Back cover.

Information about the WWE wrestler Daniel Bryan.