Ann Heinrichs

Discusses why and how Father's Day is celebrated.

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...

I love pronouns. She loves pronouns. He loves pronouns. Do you love pronouns, too? If you don't now, you'll learn to love pronouns as you read this book! Learn how to identify and use pronouns in writing, reading, and speaking. We all love pronouns! 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 learning, and...

Young writers get tired of using the same old words over and over. By learning to identify synonyms, kids are able to express themselves with greater clarity and creativity. This title also helps students unlock the mystery behind antonyms and illustrates how a few simple letter combinations can transform a word into its complete opposite. The Language Rules! series introduces readers to one of the most difficult things they'll ever have to learn--the...

Can you imagine shooting down 26 German planes? Or how about organizing an all-female battalion? These were everyday events for people during World War I. Experience their triumphs and defeats first-hand as you read about an American fighter pilot, a Russian peasant, a German submarine commander, and more.

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

The Chinese New Year is a time to celebrate renewal and fresh beginnings. In America, this holiday has become an important and exciting cultural tradition. Teaches readers about the history and pastimes associated with the Chinese New Year, as well as what they can do to commemorate the day.

Briefly introduces the origins, history, actions, and impact of the Ku Klux Klan, a hate group that targets a wide range of ethnic, religious, and cultural groups in the United States. The most highly recognized series on African Americans celebrates Black History Month all year long! Journey to Freedom: The African American Library provides fascinating information on the heroic stories of African Americans who have played leading roles in shaping...

This book uses math and science to help students learn about oceans. Math challenge questions provide students with the opportunity to apply math skills as they learn about the characteristics of oceans.

Did you ever wonder what it would be like to work with things so tiny you need special microscopes to see them? That is exactly what nanotechnologists do. These specialists work with the smallest units of matter to make new products and improve existing ones. Look inside to find out more about the scientists who use tiny bits of matter to make big discoveries.