Bøger udgivet af Capstone Press, Incorporated

In the early 20th century, Madame C.J. Walker identified a problem, one she herself had: African Americans had no hair care products specifically designed for their hair type. So what did she do? The uneducated daughter of sharecroppers researched, invented, tested, refined, and marketed her way to becoming a self-made millionaire! Historic photos fortify this inspiring rags-to-riches story.

Includes stories about Katherine Johnson, Miriam Mann, Mary Jackson, Dorothy Vaughn, Annie Easley, and Christine Darden.

Bull sharks are unique because of their wide snouts, ability to live in both marine and freshwater environments, and wide-ranging appetites. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behavior, life cycle, and other key features of this shark, and discover how the fierce fish has earned a reputation as a undersea predator.

Join super scientist Max Axiom as he explores the technology behind and everyday use of robots in our world. Science and engineering content central to the STEM Initiative comes alive in full-color graphic novel format. Max's adventures make it all fun!

Learn more about helicopters in this book.

Follows the adventures of Max Axiom as he explains the science behind food chains. Written in graphic-novel format.

Zoom along as Max Axiom rides his way through a lesson in speed, acceleration, inertia, friction, and gravity! Young readers will discover the complex forces that keep the world running. The graphic-novel format will keep kids engaged.

Capstone's best-selling You Choose format, set in the Middle Ages. Introduction sets the scene and provides context; conclusion provides an overview of the Middle Ages. In between, readers get to choose their path to experience life as it would have been lived in that historical era. Multiple endings and scenarios encourage re-reading and critical thinking.

"3 story paths, 43 choices, 22 endings"--Cover.

Describes the stems of plants, how they grow, and their uses.

"Simple text and photographs present the seeds of plants, how they grow, and their uses"--Provided by publisher.

"Simple text and photographs present the roots of plants, how they grow, and their uses"--Provided by publisher.

"Simple text and photographs present the leaves of plants, how they grow, and their uses"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the physical characteristics and uses of flowers.

"Simple text and full-color photographs describe the features, behavior, and life cycle of earthworms"--

"Simple text and full-color photographs describe the features, behavior, and life cycle of ants"--

Frank Morris and John and Clarence Anglin escaped from Alcatraz in 1962 and have never been caught. The theories of what happend to them are endless. Find out the facts from people who dealt with the men and the case first-hand. This is one mystery you'll definitely want to solve.

For one month, Muslims don't eat or drink for most of the day. They pray and help the poor. Muslims focus on being thankful during this important Islamic holiday.

"It's time to celebrate Kwanzaa! Light the kinara. Eat a big feast with your family. During Kwanzaa, people come together. They celebrate African-American heritage"--

"Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, reminds Hindu people of the story of Rama and Sita. It is a story of how good beats evil."--

Presents an introduction to the Christmas holiday and discusses its traditions, including decorating, exchanging presents, caroling, and attending church.

Discusses the meaning of the Chinese New Year and describes how Chinese Americans celebrate this holiday with parades, family reunions, and other festivities.

Includes questions to promote critical thinking.

Discover this rarely told story of heroism and rescue of nearly 500,000 people on Manhattan Island, which would later be called the largest sea evacuation in history, on September 11, 2001.