Books with author Jennifer Jesse

Did you know that there are six simple machines that help make work easier? "Science Matters" is a series of books dedicated to inspiring young readers with a lifelong curiosity about science and the world. Each book introduces a core science topic through visual diagrams, hands-on experiments, and compelling biographies, all written in an engaging way.

From floods to wildfires and earthquakes to hurricanes, Natural Disasters introduces readers to some of the most extreme naturally occurring events on Earth. Readers will explore the causes, locations, history, and all-time records of the worlds most serious natural disasters. Each title in the Natural Disasters series features compelling facts and stunning photographs.

Salt Lake Temple in Utah, United States, is a towering monument to the perseverance of the Mormon pioneers who built it. This centerpiece of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints was fashioned after the iconic design and gothic architecture of Westminster Abbey and Worcester Cathedral. Explore the facility, history, people, and beliefs behind the building in Salt Lake Temple, a Houses of Faith book.

The opulent Palace of Versailles became the official royal residence of French monarchs during the reign of King Louis XIV. With 551,112 square feet (51,200 square meters) of floor space, rooms filled with gilded furniture, and more than 7,000 works of art, the Palace of Versailles showcases the luxurious lifestyles of the kings of France. Explore the facility, history, people, and science behind the building in Palace of Versailles, a Castles of the World book.

Londons British Museum is one of the worlds largest and oldest museums. At more than 250 years old, it currently boasts a collection of over eight million historical artifacts. Through its collection, The British Museums mission is to preserve culture through the ages for the people of its nation and the world. Discover more about this incredible museum and its collections in The British Museum, a Museums of the World book.

What do the images on Maryland’s state seal stand for? How is Maryland’s state government organized? Where and why was the Star-Spangled Banner written? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely Maryland. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Maryland a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Maryland’s unique state symbols. You can learn how to make crab cakes. You will find out why the Chesapeake Bay is important to Maryland. And, you will find out where the bloodiest battle of the Civil War was fought.

Londons British Museum is one of the worlds largest and oldest museums. At more than 250 years old, it currently boasts a collection of over eight million historical artifacts. Through its collection, The British Museums mission is to preserve culture through the ages for the people of its nation and the world. Discover more about this incredible museum and its collections in The British Museum, a Museums of the World book.