Looks at men and women whose discoveries and achievements have changed the world Charts, diagrams and archival photographs provide detailed historical facts
This is a clear, straightforward account of the childhood of Helen Keller that emphasizes her youthful struggles to overcome her blindness and deafness.
Nobody enjoys an unpleasant surprise at breakfast time. So imagine Angus's shock when he discovered his yummy cheesy spaghetti wriggling around in the saucepan like agitated slimy earthworms. His mother is too busy to look and his sister thinks it is just another one of his prank...
Patrick envisages a boring holiday with his over-protective mother. But then he meets Lou, learns to sail and suddenly the summer seems full of possibilities. But one day something goes wrong at sea, and Patrick and Lou must step in to save the day... An exciting adventure story.
An adventurous snail comes to a sticky end.
Peace Corps workers are called volunteers because they do not work for money. Instead, they gain valuable life skills while they are away. Many learn foreign languages and important career skills. Peace Corps volunteers return to the United States richly rewarded by the personal satisfaction of helping others.