Describes the man and the story behind the creation of America's national anthem, profiling Francis Scott Key as a busy and respected political advisor who was inspired to write his famous poem after witnessing the Battle of Fort McHenry.

Shows how Benjamin Franklin, inventor, writer and scientist, created a puzzle called the magic square to keep from being bored while serving as clerk for the Pennsylvania Assembly. Includes step-by-step instructions for creating your own magic squares.

Daisy Jane, who is thrilled to be the flower girl at her babysitter's wedding, helps save the day when a storm threatens the festivities.

After hearing about the exciting summer vacations of his classmates, Arthur decides to write an embellished version of his own summer experiences.

The Bear Detectives go to work when someone steals the money Farmer Ben has made from selling his delicious and popular watermelons.

Perry and his friend Cosmo find some magic pencils that turn them into the comic book characters they have invented, and a battle between good and evil ensues.

"Kaya is a Nez Perce girl who takes pride in helping out and supporting the tribe--and also in her beloved horse, Steps High. But when she chooses racing her horse over family responsibilities, Kaya has to prove herself to earn her tribe's respect. Kaya's story of adventure in the wilderness is sure to engage today's readers as they learn what it was like to be a Native American girl in 1764 in this Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader. Great for...

Introduces young readers to the world of motorcycles, reveals how many types there are, how they work, and the jobs, competitions, and events that feature them.

Bob helps a talking rock return to the planet Kal-dor.

"A biography of Frederick Douglass covering his origins as slave and journey to becoming an abolitionist leader"--