When people think of the sturdy Clydesdale, they often imagine a team of strong horses pulling a wagon or sleigh. These giants of the horse world are perfectly suited to work as draft horses, but their gentle, cooperative natures also make them good competitors in horse shows. Learn all about the breed that began in the dale of the Clyde River in Scotland.

The Underground Railroad was the massive effort by slaves and free people to secretly bring thousands of blacks to freedom in the North during the 19th century. This thought-provoking book will capture readers imaginations and fill them with awe for the brave conductors and passengers on the Railroad. They ll learn about the many safe havens, called depots, that housed fugitives and the secret passages within them that hid slaves from their pursuers....

"This title introduces readers to dragonflies. Different types of dragonflies are examined such as Giant Petaltail and Nannophy pygmaea. Readers will learn about each dragonfly's body, including its head, thorax, abdomen, and will also discover their huge eyes and iridescent coloring. Where each dragonfly can be found is covered, as well as how they're the largest insect of all time. Xtreme facts provide additional information on these interesting...

"In 1786, the Massachusetts government was seizing farmers' lands and throwing them in jail for unpaid debts and taxes. But many people couldn't pay because they had not yet been paid for fighting in the Revolutionary War just a few years before. Frustrated by this treatment, Daniel Shay led upset citizens in an armed revolt. Although their rebellion was short lived, it made clear to America's leaders that the young nation needed to change its laws,...

Every year, the people of the Protectorate leave a baby as an offering to the witch who lives in the forest. They hope this sacrifice will keep her from terrorizing their town. But the witch in the forest, Xan, is kind and gentle. She shares her home with a wise Swamp Monster named Glerk and a Perfectly Tiny Dragon, Fyrian. Xan rescues the abandoned children and delivers them to welcoming families on the other side of the forest, nourishing the babies...