Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2027
Marvel at the mesmerizing northern lights by learning the history of the natural light show and the science behind how the aurora borealis works! It takes three things for the northern lights to appear in the sky: a stream of charged particles, a magnetic field, and an atmosphere of certain gases. For much of history, however, this scientific recipe was unknown. The northern lights were thought to be something magical or supernatural: It was once believed that the lights were dragons fighting across the night sky. It wasn’t until 1230 that people began to think that the aurora borealis could be created by a natural and remarkable phenomenon. This led to hundreds of years of different scientists carefully studying the lights through dangerous expeditions and magnetic experiments. In 1908, a scientist named Kristian Birkeland finally discovered the cause of the northern lights, and his theory is the one we still believe today. Learn all about the fascinating history of the northern lights in this book for young readers.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024
Explore Yellowstone's geysers, wildlife, and rich history in this captivating journey.
Chapter Book · 2024
A tennis legend battles for gender equality on and off the court.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2023
Explore the Sahara's vast dunes, ancient trade routes, and mysterious mirages.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022
From farm girl to art icon, explore Georgia O'Keeffe's journey to the Museum of Modern Art.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022
Explore the evolution of castles and the lives of knights beyond the battlefield.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021
Discover how a stuffed bear transformed A. A. Milne into a beloved children's author.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2020
A former slave becomes a pioneering journalist and civil rights leader.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019
The story of NASA's history and its mission to explore space.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019
Discover the idealistic world of Norman Rockwell through his iconic American paintings.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019
The story of the discovery of Antarctica and the explorers who risked their lives to reach the South Pole.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2017
Uncover the secretive life of a timeless author who critiqued Georgian society.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017
Explore the legacy of a leader who reshaped Cuba and challenged global politics.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2016
This book tells the story of the Amazon River and the surrounding rainforest, from its discovery by Spanish explorers to the present day.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015
A rejected tale becomes a timeless classic, sparking a conservationist's legacy.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014
A reporter uncovers gender inequality, sparking a movement.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2014
A visionary warns of environmental dangers, sparking a global awakening.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2013
A young girl from Mexico becomes an artist after a devastating bus accident changes her life forever
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013
Explore the life of an artist who painted her own legacy despite life's challenges.
