Jessica Gunderson

In 2003, Jay-Z retired from making music. He had made award-winning albums, founded a record label, and had his own line of clothing. He walked away, but he couldn't stop writing songs. Three years later, he was back on the charts with a hit album and the title of greatest MC of all time. Track this hip hop hero as he makes it in the music world and becomes one of the best known rappers in the world.

This is an introduction to the state of Ohio, including its early history, its land and resources, some of its famous people, and unique events such as Akron's annual soap box derby.

In early September 1900, 12-year-old Carrie of Galveston is looking forward to spending Saturday night at her friend's house, until her parents are invited to a very important party and she is forced to stay home and take care of her little brother; but a boring chore turns into a nightmare when the storm surge from the Great Hurricane hits and their house is swept off its foundation--and Carrie must think quickly and not panic if she is going to...

This is an introduction to the state of Pennsylvania, including its early history, its land and resources, some of its famous people, and unique attractions such as Philadelphia's Independence Park.

Matt Edgars, a Pony Express rider, worries about rumors of war with the Paiute nation.

"An examination of the causes and potential effects of increasing global temperatures, exploring how humans and natural phenomena are involved, as well as how people can contribute to a healthier planet"--Provided by publisher.

Follows the journey of two families who left their home country to find a better life in the United States, discussing why they left their homeland and the challenges they faced in moving to a new country.

"Takes readers on a self-guided tour of the mythical war between the Olympian and Titan gods with each choice affecting the outcome of the story"--Provided by publisher.

Recounts the explosion of the Hindenburg, a German rigid airship, which caught fire and exploded on May 6, 1937 from the perspective of fifteen-year-old Michael Roth, who is traveling to America with his family.

With the start of seventh grade, Olivia's longtime friend, Beth, has found new interests and new friends. Now Olivia thinks if she could just afford the type of clothes that Beth now wears, maybe their friendship could be restored. Motivated by a need for cash, Olivia agrees to babysit for a family of four who recently moved to the neighborhood haunted house. Now she's not sure what's scarier: hearing countless creepy sounds or being responsible for...