Out in the ocean, clouds spin. Thunderstorms, heavy winds and rain move toward land. It's a hurricane! These severe storms can cause floods and other damage. But you can be prepared! Learn about hurricanes, pay attention to warnings and stay safe.

In 1881, US Army Lieutenant Adolphus Greely and his crew set sail for the Arctic. Their mission was to collect scientific data on the polar climate. They also had a second, secret goal: to achieve Furthest North, the record for highest latitude reached by explorers. But when resupply ships failed to arrive two years in a row, the team’s dreams of glory turned into a nightmarish fight for survival in one of the most remote and harshest regions in the world. Told through a gripping, full-colour graphic novel format, this Deadly Expeditions tale transports readers back in time to uncover what became of the stranded voyage., bringing history to life for even the most reluctant and struggling readers.

What’s inside a black hole? What are the sounds we hear from the depths of space? How did the moon form? When it comes to the realm beyond our planet, there are a whole lot of questions we’re still trying to answer. Get ready to explore the unknown and discover how scientists are working to solve the mysteries of our universe. With a focus on the scientific method and enquiry, this book uses engaging text and eye-catching photos to show readers how scientists continue to push the boundaries of our knowledge and explain why some questions may never be answered.

What is it like to live in or visit Egypt? What makes Egypt’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions and daily lives of Egyptian people.

When a wolf comes to the valley, the animals get scared. How can they escape being the wolf’s next meal? One clever rabbit has an idea. With engaging text and easy-to-follow panels, books in the Discover Graphics: Global Folktales series are perfect for graphic novel fans new and old.

What is it like to live in or visit Egypt? What makes Egypt's culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions and daily lives of Egyptian people.

Out in the ocean, clouds spin. Thunderstorms, heavy winds and rain move toward land. It's a hurricane! These severe storms can cause floods and other damage. But you can be prepared! Learn about hurricanes, pay attention to warnings and stay safe.

The ground shakes. A road splits apart. Buildings collapse. It's an earthquake! Discover how movement deep below Earth's surface can cause such damage. Learn about earthquakes, what causes them, and how to stay safe if one happens.

The ground shakes. A road splits apart. Buildings collapse. It’s an earthquake! Discover how movement deep below Earth’s surface can cause such damage. Learn about earthquakes, what causes them, and how to stay safe if one happens.

Meghan Markle joined the royal family when she married Prince Harry. But she had already experienced fame through her successful acting career. Read about her career, her human rights work and her path to royalty!

This book describes how a hippopotamus uses its huge teeth to bite enemies--or people! Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.