Discover why comedian and actress Carol Burnett is one of the most iconic entertainers of the twentieth century.From an early age, Carol Burnett developed a love for entertainment, teaching herself to "Tarzan yell" at age nine. After graduating from high school, Burnett studied theater arts and English at UCLA, which only solidified her passion for acting. She fell in love with making audiences laugh, landing her first breakthrough role in Broadway's Once Upon ...

Soccer is on the rise in Canada. Its men's national team has had its ups and downs while the women's team has grown into a global powerhouse. Learn about Canada's biggest victories on the pitch and about the stars that have made them happen.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. of the Toronto Blue Jays is an up-and-coming baseball champion. The superstar first baseman grew up around pro ball, so it was only a matter of time before he picked up a bat. From drawing huge crowds in the minor leagues to leading Major League Baseball in home runs in 2021, Guerrero's impressive play keeps fans hooked. Learn about his family, workout routine, and more in this deep dive into Guerrero's exciting life.

Ja Morant is known for his epic slam dunks. But the Memphis Grizzlies standout started out practicing jumps on tractor tires with his dad. Soon, Morant realized backyard games couldn't contain his quick runs and neat passes. He played in youth leagues, on his high school team, and at Murray State University. After his incredible college play, it was no surprise when Morant joined the NBA as the Grizzlies' new point guard. Learn all about up-and-coming superstar Ja Morant, including his die...

Meet some of the most endangered species in the world, from the panthers of Florida to the mountain gorillas of central Africa, while exploring the history of extinction, the role of humans in environmental conservation, and the incredible species that share our earth.In What Are Endangered Species?, readers will travel around the world, on sea and on land, to learn about the animals, insects, and plants that are in danger of disappearing from our planet. ...

From the time Connor McDavid picked up a hockey stick at four years old, it was clear he’d one day become a star. As a teenager, he earned MVP honors with the Erie Otters. At 18, he was drafted into the NHL by the Edmonton Oilers with the number one pick. McDavid’s playing was so impressive he became the youngest team captain in NHL history at just 19. Follow Connor McDavid’s journey from practicing in his garage to the goals that made him an NHL superstar.

Funny and totally true childhood biographies and full-color illustrations tell tales from the challenging yet defining growing-up years of Albert Einstein, Jane Goodall, Marie Curie, and 12 other brilliant scientists.In this funny and informative collection, bestselling author David Stabler brings the childhoods of sixteen scientific trailblazers to life through stories and vibrant illustrations by Anoosha Syed. Instead of focusing only on groundbreaking discoverie...

Soccer is a way of life in Argentina. Fans go wild over the country's national teams. From Maradona to Messi, Argentina has produced some of the greatest soccer players in history. Learn more about Argentina's rise to power in men's soccer and how the women's national team is rapidly growing in popularity.

Funny and totally true childhood biographies and full-color illustrations tell the tales from the challenging yet defining growing-up years of great writers, artists, athletes, and presidents.

Soccer is booming in Japan. Fans turn out by the thousands to support the country's national teams. Learn about more than a century of ups and downs for the men's team and how the women's team became a global powerhouse.

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience!Football fans celebrate the speed and power of superstar defensive linemen Aaron Donald and Reggie White. The athletes' skills have helped them win many awards and gain incredible stats. Compare their careers side-by-side to decide which NFL player really is the greatest on defense.

Funny and totally true childhood biographies and full-color illustrations tell the tales from the growing-up years of Beverly Cleary, J. R. R. Tolkien, and 13 other great writers.Did you know that Sam Clemens aka Mark Twain loved to skip school and make mischief (with his best friend Tom, of course!)? That a young J. R. R. Tolkien was bitten by a huge tarantula—or as he called it, “a spider as big as a dragon”? Or that toddler Zora Neale Hurston took her first step...