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The Megatech Series introduces children to the exciting world of cutting edge science and technology. Four fascinating new titles feature the history and current state of the Internet, space aviation, medical technology, and underwater exploration. Our planet is 70% water, much of it unexplored.

Describes the plantations that existed in the southern United States into the nineteenth century, examining what life was like for the owners of these large farming communities, their children, and the slaves.

Over the last two centuries, many different immigrant groups in North America have contributed to the rich diversity of culture in the United States and Canada. While some came to find opportunity, others were brought against their will. We Came to North America tells the history of the adventurous and often perilous journeys our ancestors made including: -- the country they came from and why they left-- how they reached North America-- eyewit...

Women and Girls in the Middle Ages shows the roles and duties of women and girls of the nobility and peasantry, and the choices they had. Special emphasis on medieval dress and beauty, women of power, and women of other lands during the same period in history.

Describes daily life in Europe during the Middle Ages, looking at the social hierarchy of the feudal system, through which kings and lords became rich while peasants remained poor.

The lives of medieval Christians were greatly influenced by the Church. To prove their faith, they built massive Cathedrals as great monuments to God. At the same time Islam was rapidly spreading through the Middle East and Africa. Children will learn about these religions and how they affected the daily lives of the people as well as - medieval ideas of heaven and hell - Judaism and synagogues - heretics and the inquisition - how Cathedra...

Medieval Warfare describes why battles were fought in the Middle Ages, between whom, and how soldiers protected and defended themselves. Tournaments at which knights trained and practiced for battle are also featured with the help of action-packed illustrations and photographs.

In the Middle Ages in Europe, rival nobles fought with knights for castles and land. Medieval Warfare shows how people defended themselves and launched attacks. Full-color medieval drawings, museum pictures, illustrations and clear text help children understand - the crusades - how castles were attacked and defended - warriors and their weapons - how battles were fought on the battlefield - famous battles fought in the Middle Ages - inva...

Exciting illustrations and photographs highlight this book about the duties and privileges of a medieval knight in warfare and in service to a lord. Their daily life will be explored highlighting their clothing, apprenticeship, heraldry, and their obedience to the chivalric code.

Medieval art and modern photographs trace the evolution of castles from fort to magnificent home. Life in a Castle shows the activity around the castle, from the lords and ladies in the Great Hall, to the cooks in the kitchen, and the craftspeople in the bailey. Children will also learn about - the master mason and others who built the castle - how castles were defended against attacks - siege weapons - crusader castles built in the Holy L...

The Medieval World explores the daily lives of people living in western Europe between 500 and 1500 A.D. Timelines, maps, illustrations, and artwork from medieval manuscripts, combine with clear, simple text to show how society was structured during the Middle Ages. Children will also be fascinated by comparisons with cultures of other lands such as Africa, Japan, China, and the Middle East.

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sports in action series - techniques and rules of wrestling for kids

Dynamic photos energize this exciting series on extreme sports and their cultures! Explosive full-color photos, engaging text, historical trivia, star profiles, and the sports' hot spots add up to one wild ride--all from a safe distance, of course! Strap yourself in, but don't try this at home!

Get in the game with Crabtree's exciting series on some of children's favorite sports.Features: -- the history of the sport-- basic rules of play-- equipment and safety precautions-- techniques and quick tips for kids on how to improve their skills-- action-packed photos showing boys and girls demonstrating moves-- emphasis on the value of fair play and teamwork-- how the professional leagues workFootball in Action scores a touchdown on one of...

- the etiquette of surfing- the many types of surfboards and how to care for them- great places to surf around the world- the rich history of surfing

Dynamic photos energize this exciting series on extreme sports and their cultures! Explosive full-color photos, engaging text, historical trivia, star profiles, and the sports' hot spots add up to one wild ride--all from a safe distance, of course! Strap yourself in, but don't try this at home!

Dynamic photos energize this exciting series on extreme sports and their cultures! Explosive full-color photos, engaging text, historical trivia, star profiles, and the sports' hot spots add up to one wild ride--all from a safe distance, of course! Strap yourself in, but don't try this at home!