Books with author Greg Roza

Prior to the existence of the Eighth Amendment, there was little to protect citizens of the English colonies from excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments. The enduring freedoms guaranteed by this amendment are extremely important to all U.S. citizens. Readers will learn about the politicians who fought for the amendment’s passage. They will also learn about what life was like for Americans before the Eighth Amendment was passed, how the amendment’s elastic wording has helped it remain relevant through the years, and how it defends our freedoms today.

A female black widow spider is so small it could sit on a quarter, but dont let its size fool you. These tiny spiders are producing a powerful venom inside their bodies. Just one bite packs enough venom to make a person really sick, and sometimes its enough to be deadly. Striking photographs allow readers to get up close to these dangerous creatures while also helping them to identify the spider its best to avoid at all costs. Fact boxes share additional information and the fun narrative will keep readers coming back for more.

There are many colorful terms for throwing up: puke, upchuck, spew, and lose your lunch, to name just a few. The words may sound funny, but anyone who has ever been sick will tell you theres nothing funny about throwing up! This "gross" topic will fascinate readers, teaching them the science behind vomit and what causes it. Appropriate, relatable photographs and helpful diagrams complement the scientific yet accessible text.