Books published by publisher Enslow Publishers

From a young age, many children gaze up at the stars and wonder about the faraway objects in the night sky. In this fact-filled series, readers get to know what is beyond their own world as they are introduced to the wonders of space. Each volume examines a different aspect of space, including a simple overview, clearly defined terms, and accessible text. Final activities allow readers to take their space exploration a step further. With fun facts and lots of colorful photographs, this series starts readers on a journey to unlocking the mysteries of space. Features include: Correlates directly with the Next Generation Science Standards' expectation for understanding Earth's Place in the Universe in grades 1 and 2. Space is not only part of elementary science units, but also a topic that fascinates many kids this age. Fresh and engaging spread design in which full-color images enhance the texts. Fact boxes highlight especially intriguing and memorable nuggets of information. Activities prompt young readers to engage with the topic in a hands-on fashion.

On November 10, 1938, Francis Schott slept peacefully in his bed. Suddenly, a group of Nazis broke into his house and began to destroy it. They wanted to demolish everything because Francis’s family was Jewish. For days, violent attacks like this took place throughout Nazi Germany and came to be known as Kristallnacht, the “Night of Broken Glass.” The Nazis destroyed thousands of Jewish homes and businesses, burned down hundreds of synagogues, and murdered many people. The brutal assault came to an end, but it marked the beginning of something much worse: the Holocaust.

Long-haired or short-haired, hairless or tailless—whether you are looking for the perfect pet or simply curious about cats, GET TO KNOW CAT BREEDS will make you purr with delight! It discusses the physical traits, origins, and temperaments of more than forty cat breeds, featured in stunning, full-color photographs. Also read about cat care; including where to find a reputable breeder, vaccinations, grooming, and more.

Are you having trouble with algebra? Do you wish someone could explain algebra concepts to you in a clear, simple way? From the most basic algebraic expressions to more challenging polynomial functions, this book takes a step-by-step approach to teaching algebraic concepts. ALGEBRA I AND ALGEBRA II SMARTS! is designed for students to use alone or with a tutor or parent, provides clear lessons with easy-to-learn techniques and plenty of examples. Whether you are looking to learn this information for the first time, on your own or with a tutor, or you would like to review some algebra skills, this book will be a great choice.

In the 1940s, World War II affected just about every aspect of life, including the fashion. While the men were off fighting, women had to take over their factory jobs. Liberty cuts and victory rolls kept hair from being caught in machines. Most resources went to the war effort, so both women and men wore basic and practical clothing. But the end of the war in 1945 brought color and fun back into everyday life! Read about the fashions, fads, pop culture icons, and world events of the 1940s.

In this action-packed historical fiction novel, Jesse Bowman joins the Union Army in hopes of finding adventure. However, this teenage soldier learns that victory comes at a great cost. He discovers the hardships of war, the horror of battle, and the loss of friendship on his journey through the Civil War. Join Tom McGowen as he tells the story of one boy’s contribution to the Union’s triumph over the Confederacy.