Books published by publisher Village Earth Press

Germs are in the air and in our food, on door handles and dinner plates, in our bodies and on our pets. Germs like viruses and bacteria are everywhere. Some are harmless, but others can make you very sick. Viruses and bacteria can cause a range of illnesses and diseases, from the common cold to tuberculosis (TB). Viruses and bacteria are all around us, but many people–kids and adults–don't understand much about how germs can affect our health. What does a virus do to your body? How can people catch diseases from bacteria? How can you keep yourself safe from diseases that some germs carry? As you read, you'll find answers to all of these questions and more!

Ten transformative local arts projects come alive in this illustrated training manual for youth leaders and teachers. This energetic guidebook demonstrates the enormous power of art in grass-roots social change. Ten transformative local arts projects come alive in the revised second edition of this comics-illustrated training manual for teens, youth leaders, and young activists. This energetic guidebook demonstrates the enormous power of art in grassroots social change. It presents proven models of community-based arts programs, plus techniques, discussion questions, and plentiful resources.This improved second edition includes updated resources and guidelines, along with a new comic art introduction by illustrator Keith Knight.

For years, the space shuttle program has taken astronauts out of Earth’s orbit, allowing humans to explore space and learn more about the universe around us. The space shuttle program is one of the most important steps in the history of our quest to explore the universe. Learn the amazing triumphs and tragedies of the space shuttle program. Find out about the history of space exploration, from the earliest missions to the space shuttle’s retirement. Discover how scientists hope to travel to space in years to come.

Few music stars are more popular and successful than pop singer Katy Perry. With huge hits like “Firework” and “Roar,” the bubbly and candy-colored Katy has taken over the music world in just a few short years. Learn about the life of one of pop’s biggest stars. Discover how Katy went from strumming her guitar alone to singing for sold out concerts filled with fans.

AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is a huge health problem. Millions of people around the world are affected by AIDS each day. Many children grow up without parents because they died of AIDS. Many parents must live with the fact that their kids with AIDS will have very difficult lives. You hear about AIDS on TV and read about it online. But many people–kids and adults–don't understand much about AIDS. How do you catch HIV/AIDS? What is life like for the people around the world who are HIV positive or have AIDS? Where did HIV/AIDS come from? How are people fighting back against this deadly disease? You'll find answers to all of these questions and more in this book.

Rockets, from fireworks to elementary school science experiments, are fascinating things. We've all seen the burst of fire as a rocket shoots skyward–but few of us truly understand how rockets work. Discover the history and science behind the rockets that have helped people explore the stars. Learn how ancient technology made space exploration possible–and how scientists will build technology to travel even deeper into space.

Beyond our planet, far away from the Earth’s orbit, humans explore the stars using small spacecraft called space probes. These vehicles help scientists learn more about the vast universe around our small, blue planet. Learn the history behind the deep-space probes that travel the galaxy. Read about the amazing discoveries these probes have made over the years. Find out how scientists have explored the farthest reaches of our solar system using deep-space probes.

Lady Gaga has become one of the biggest stars in music since she burst on to the world stage in 2008. Her surprising outfits and amazing songs have helped to make the singer popular with fans—who Gaga calls her “little monsters”—around the globe. Discover the story behind Lady Gaga’s fame, including how she got her name and found success in the music business. Learn about the life story of one of music’s most interesting and exciting stars.

For years, the space shuttle program has taken astronauts out of Earth's orbit, allowing humans to explore space and learn more about the universe around us. The space shuttle program is one of the most important steps in the history of our quest to explore the universe. Learn the amazing triumphs and tragedies of the space shuttle program. Find out about the history of space exploration, from the earliest missions to the space shuttle's retirement. Discover how scientists hope to travel to space in years to come.

People living in space is the kind of thing you might see in a science fiction movie—but today people really do live and work far above the Earth on the International Space Station.Learn the space station’s amazing story, including how nations around the world joined together to build it. Discover what it takes to live in space for months at a time!

In a very short time, rapper Macklemore and his music-making partner Ryan Lewis seemed to take over the pop world. Giant hit songs like “Thrift Shop” and “Can’t Hold Us”—as well as the successful album The Heist—have earned Macklemore fans of all ages. Find out the facts of Macklemore’s life, from growing up listening to hip-hop to becoming one of the most successful rappers working in music. Discover how Macklemore became the star that millions of fans around the world love today.

Have you ever dreamed of exploring the stars? For most of us, taking a trip in a spacecraft is just a fantasy. A few extraordinary people, however, actually make this amazing voyage. For them, it’s all in a day’s work. Learn more about the incredible world of astronauts and space travel. Discover the history of people traveling to space and what these brave explorers must go through to become an astronaut. Find out what it takes to become an astronaut—and how you, too, can shoot for the stars!