Marie Morrison

"For decades, the British ocean liner the Queen Mary sailed the seas, first as a luxurious playground for the world's rich and famous, then as transportation for thousands of soldiers who'd risk (and for many, lose) their lives during World War II. Today, the liner serves as a hotel in California-but there may be mysterious guests still onboard! Readers will learn more about the Queen Mary and its ghostly passengers, from its glory days as a liner...

"The rocky shores of Alcatraz Island and the lonely corridors of its namesake prison have captured imaginations for years, even after the prison closed in 1963. But do some of its one-time residents remain? This fascinating book examines the history of the legendary prison, while historical photos give readers a glimpse into Alcatraz's dark cells and creepy tunnels. Sidebars and fact boxes delve into the stories of the prison's most famous inhabitants,...

"Perched on Castle Rock high over Edinburgh, Scotland, Edinburgh Castle is steeped in thousands of years of human history, all the way back to the ancient Celts and the Iron Age. It's been besieged dozens of times, and it's probably one of the most attacked sites in the world! So, it's not surprising at all that the castle is rich with ghost stories and lore. Readers will learn about the castle's long history and its many tales and legends, getting...

"In the nation's capital and throughout the country, many important monuments honor important people and periods from the United States' history. The idea of visiting or learning more about these monuments may sound boring, right? Wrong! This book will lead students through a fascinating trip to many U.S. monuments through . . . facts and colorful photographs. Did you know that the Washington Monument was an unfinished stump for more than 20 years?...

"The U.S. flag is a familiar sight to any American student. This book will give them the background to understand why it flies outside their schools and other buildings, as well as how the distinctive star and stripes came to be and other historical details. Historical photos trace the development of the flag's design, while graphic organizers break down information into memorable chunks. Did you know there have been more than 20 versions of the flag?...

"The president plays an important role in the United States-and with the role's many powers also come many responsibilities. Here, readers will learn about the job of the U.S. president and the history of the role, along with facts about people who've held the job. Did you know that the 40th president was a famous movie star? Or that the 18th president once got a speeding ticket in a horse-drawn buggy? Graphic organizers provide more . . . facts and...

"Readers learn about rocks and gems through the lens of 20 fun and interesting questions"--Provided by publisher.