Books with author Rachel Mack

On June 14, 2012, my brother, Sgt. Joseph Lilly, was killed in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom. My brother left behind a bright blue-eyed little boy who thought the world of him: his son. My brother loved his son more than he loved anything else, and he gave his life to prove that he would do anything to keep his little boy safe and secure. He became a hero to many people the day he gave the ultimate sacrifice, but he became his son's hero by simply being a father to him-taking him camping and fishing, teaching him, and reading him bedtime stories. When a soldier gives their life to protect the lives of others, they are a hero, and they deserve to be honored. This book is not only for my brother and my nephew; it is for every parent who lost their life in the military, and it is for the children they left behind.

Why are there wars? Why do people destroy with terrorism, riots, lynchings? Why do they bully others, or look away when others are in trouble? People who study the mind and behavior -- psychologists -- have been trying to figure this out for a long time. This book explains some of what we know so far. It also gives ideas for what we can do about it, especially what young people can do. For grades 6 and up.

This title for young readers describes the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr. Through peaceful protests and education, Kings leadership cleared the path for the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act. Every third Monday of January, citizens of the United States recognize the leaders mission of equality for all on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Simple information text introduces key details of holidays. Text/photo correspondence aids in learning key details of text. Well-organized chapters help students identify primary details. Photo labels visually define glossary terms and other important words. Maps highlight the places where the holidays began or are celebrated the most. ""How to Say"" sidebars introduce cultural words and offer pronunciations. Activity pages invite further learning about holidays traditions (recipes, crafts, etc.) Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.