"From rickshaws and rowboats to camels and cargo ships, this book looks at the different ways people and things move from place to place." --

When doctors told her parents that she may never walk again, no one could have imagined that Wilma Rudolph would grow up to become the worlds fastest woman. This awe-inspiring book shows how, with grace, perseverance, and dedication, young Wilma used her inner strength to overcome physical disabilities caused by polio to win three gold medals for the USA in track and field at the 1960 Olympics. A sports superstar and an icon worldwide, her legacy...

Follows the footsteps of Samuel de Champlain in his mission to colonize what would later become Quebec. Illustrations and maps follow his trek from Cape Breton to Cape Cod and the lake that now bears his name.

"At only seventeen, New Zealand-born singer-songwriter Ella Yelich-O'Connor better known as Lorde rocketed to international fame with her hit singles Royals and Team. This book follows her meteoric rise to being one of the most influential teenagers in the world today." --

"An important advocate for people with physical disabilities, Canadian Paralympic athlete Rick Hansen circled the world in his wheelchair, proving that, with perseverance and courage, anything is possible! Hansen's Man in Motion tour took him around the world, raising money for research to improve the lives of those who have disabilities. This inspiring book describes his remarkable story as an athlete, activist, and philanthropist. An example of...

From simple coverings in hot, dry places to thick layers that keep out the cold, this colorful book shows young readers how people dress in different parts of the world. From traditional clothing worn during times of celebration to clothing suited to different environments and weather, this fascinating book teaches readers about different types of clothing and what purpose they serve.

Examines the duties of a war correspondent, discussing the training, equipment, and daily activities.