"In 2009, a deceptively simple block-based sandbox game first began appearing on computers. Now, eight years later, Minecraft is one of the best-selling games of all time. But how did this worldwide phenomenon come to be? Readers will learn about the game's creator, programmer Markus "Notch "Persson; Mojang, the company he founded to help make it a reality; and the team of people who've helped it reach its current popularity. Intriguing details, an...

"All people are different! Maybe you or someone else in your family has a difference that means you or they need a little extra help or a little more time to do things, and that's OK. This thoughtful book will explore families with members who have special needs or challenges. It will encourage young readers to consider both similarities and differences, as well as how they can help or support friends whose families might have their own unique differences"--...

"The women s rights movement is sometimes abbreviated in history books, but it s crucial that today s generation understands the many key moments that led not only to the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, but also the other hard-fought victories. And the movement didn t stop in the 20th century, both women and men are still fighting for women s equality in the workplace. This well-researched book features quotes by significant players in the women...

The ocean covers much of Earth, and Minecraft worlds can have massive oceans as well. There's a wealth of resources in the vast blue deep, but there are also many considerations to exploring these biomes, both in Minecraft and in the real world. Young readers and gaming fans will learn more about the similarities, the differences, and how to safely explore the game's oceans. Along the way, they'll learn more about how people explore the ocean in the...

"A blizzard is much more than just a bad snowstorm. In fact, there doesn't even need to be that much snow for a storm to be considered a blizzard. This book explores what blizzards are, how they're predicted, and why they're so dangerous. Safety tips and survival skills are discussed throughout with a focus on important early elementary STEM topics from the Next Generation Science Standards. Age appropriate text and full-color images keep students...

"Explores the geography of Sub-Saharan Africa including resources, people, water, and more."--

"This . . . book takes readers through the history of pandemics and the idea of public health, as well as the background of COVID-19 and the coronavirus that causes it"--Provided by publisher.

"Sixteenth-century Hungarian noblewoman Elizabeth Bthory became known as the Blood Countess after being accused of torturing and killing numerous young women. She was never convicted of these crimes, but accounts of her life became intertwined with bloody folklore. Some say she bathed in her victims blood to stay young. This gripping biography relates the fascinating facts and the gruesome and grisly tales that hound this womans legacy. Sidebars,...

"Looks at the science behind earthquakes and how and why they occur, as well as how scientists detect and measure them. Primary sources, charts, and graphic organizers provide additional information and help readers develop important critical-thinking skills"--Provided by publisher.

"It's easy to get lost in the wide worlds of Minecraft. Did you know that you can make, find, and trade for maps to help you find your way and study your environment? Humans have made maps for nearly as long as civilizations have existed. This book shows those historical connections with Minecraft principles and asks students to think about how maps help them learn about their environment, both in the real world and the Minecraft world."--