John Hamilton

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title, readers will learn about the development of World War I's various weapons. Each chapter is dedicated to an in-depth examination of a weapon, including Dreadnoughts, artillery, tanks, U-boats, aircraft, and chemical warfare. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words...

Kick excitement into high gear with this extreme title! Short, easy-to-read text pairs with full-color, action-packed photos to introduce young adventurers to cruisers. Readers will learn what a cruiser is and about the history of cruisers. Cruiser components are discussed, including the engine, chassis, tires, wheels, and brakes. Events such as touring and rallies are also covered. Extreme facts supplement the text, leaving future cruisers excited...

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title readers will get to know the most decisive battles and influential military leaders from both sides of WWI. Each chapter uses casualty data and dates to explain the carnage created by new weapon technology and trench warfare. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words...

Welcome to Oklahoma, the Sooner State! Students will explore the Great Plains, attend the Five Civilized Tribes Museum, tour the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, and more as they learn about Oklahoma's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...

Welcome to Indiana, the Hoosier State! Your students will watch the Indy 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, visit Fort Wayne, explore Holiday World, listen to music at the Indy Jazz Fest, and more as they learn about Indiana's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standard and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing....

This title explores the development and use of the V-22 Osprey. Readers will follow the history of this tiltrotor vertical/short takeoff and landing aircraft, and learn about its military and performance specifications. Features such as its blade fold and wing stowage system, three-bladed proprotor, payload, night-vision system, and integrated helmet display are detailed. Readers will learn about its weapon systems including machine guns, weapon turret,...

Welcome to Wisconsin, the Badger State! Students will explore the Apostle Islands, attend a Green Bay Packers football game, visit Wisconsin Dells, and more as they learn about Wisconsin's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Detailed maps...

Welcome to Louisiana, the Pelican State! Your students will explore Atchafalya Swamp, drive across the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, watch the Sugar Bowl at the Superdome, participate in Mardi Gras festivities in New Orleans, and more as they learn about Louisiana's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo...

This title introduces readers to steer wrestling, a timed rodeo event. Readers will learn the rules of competition from the doggie's leap out of the box to the bulldogger's successful throw. Sanctioning bodies such as the Professional Cowboy Rodeo Association (PRCA) are also introduced. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Reviewed Xtreme Rodeo combines...

Welcome to Ohio, the Buckeye State! Students will explore the National Museum of the United States Air Force, tour the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, attend a Cincinnati Reds baseball game, and more as they learn about Ohio's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo...