Spartan soldiers trained hard, fought using strategy, and valued death over defeat. But what were their lives really like? Step onto the battlefield and explore what made Spartans one of the most brutal of ancient warriors!Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

Ninjas were assassins, spies, and masters of disguise. But what were their lives really like, and could they really fly and disappear? Emerge from the shadows and explore what made ninjas one of the most secretive of ancient warriors! Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

Samurai were hired soldiers, expert swordsmen, and noble men of honor. But what were their lives really like, and what was the code of bushido they lived by? Enter medieval Japan and explore what made samurai one of the greatest of ancient warriors! Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

When Spanish gold is found on the North Carolina coast, your mind begins to race. Through your studies, you know that the infamous pirate Blackbeard was active in that area in the 1700s. Could this be the first clue to finding his long-lost treasure? It's up to YOU to find out! With dozens of choices and clues to follow, which path will YOU choose to dig up the riches left behind by the dreaded pirate Blackbeard?

This life comes to an end, but a new one will soon begin. Rising from the blaze, a new phoenix spreads its wings and flies toward the sun! The mythical phoenix appears in many ancient traditions, and it still appears today as a symbol of strength and renewal. Readers of this fascinating title will explore the history and characteristics of the phoenix through leveled text and striking images. Additional features include a map, a timeline, a pop culture...

From a launchpad in Florida to the lunar surface ... Two cartoon flies join readers as they blast off into space and step foot on the moon with Neil Armstrong, providing a blend of facts and fun while telling the story of a great moment in space-exploration history.

Sphinxes are the wise and cruel creatures of ancient Egyptian and Greek mythology. This high-low title explores the lore behind them. Leveled text traces the origin of the sphinx, how it has changed over time, and how it is portrayed today. Added fun facts, an origin map, timeline, and more burst from the pages, while photos and illustrations provide visual reinforcement to the leveled text.

As the full moon approaches, its skin sprouts long hairs, its nose grows long, and its mouth fills with long fangs. Hunched and hungry, the werewolf howls at the shining moon! Today's media have made werewolves popular characters, but these creatures have

Centaurs are the half-human, half-horse creatures known for making trouble. These mythical creatures are known from Greek mythology, but they continue to make their way into the stories and media of today. This title introduces readers to the history of c

With bombs bursting overhead, a tattered flag flying ... Joined by two cartoon flies and their factual narrative infused with kid-friendly fun, readers go above deck with Francis Scott Key and witness the birth of the U.S. national anthem during the War of 1812.