Orli Zuravicky

After the American Revolution, New York played a major role in the development of the newly formed United States. Not only was New York City the first capitol of the new nation, but many influential local writers, inventors, and leaders provided valuable contributions to the newly forming American government, economy, and culture. This engaging book provides information, supported by primary sources from the period, on the people and events that made...

Welcome to Limbo Central Middle School! It's Lucy's first day at her new school, and she's just trying to get her footing--literally. As a brand-new ghost, she's mostly see-through, not able to stand or sit normally, and stuck in the ballet clothes she was wearing before she crossed over. But when the cutest (ghost) boy she's ever seen turns out to be Lucy's very own school guide, things start looking a little brighter. Maybe she's not quite solid...

Introduces the concept of expanded notation by providing facts about dinosaurs and the periods in which they walked the earth millions of years ago.

Gives facts about familiar animals, such as how often a snake sheds its skin and how many pounds a baby blue whale gains in a week, and shows how to use multiplication to determine further information.

Cousins Sophia Grace and Rosie plan a princess tea party, with invitations and costumes.