Calico Dresses and Buffalo Robes
American West Fashions from the 1840s to the 1890s

“These well–written and appealing books place clothing and fashion, from underwear to headgear, in the larger context of American history, emphasizing that for most of our past, clothing signified status and reinforced societal roles, especially for women... This series is certain to draw both researchers and browsers.”
—School Library Journal

The Whirlwind World of Hurricanes with Max Axiom, Super Scientist
(Graphic Science)

The latest by Katherine Krohn in Capstone’s popular Max Axiom graphic science series. Using powers he acquired in a freak accident, Max teaches science in ways never before seen in a classroom. Whether shrinking to explore an atom or riding a sound wave, Max does what it takes to make science super cool.

A Refreshing Look at Renewable Energy with Max Axiom, Super Scientist
(Graphic Science)

Where does energy come from? What makes energy renewable? Super–powered scientist, Max Axiom, answers these questions…and takes on the topic of renewable energy in this energizing graphic science title!

“One of the first series to really implement graphic storytelling to deliver scientific information, these books star super scientist Max Axiom…Instead of saving cities from supervillains, though, his mission is to educate and inspire.”
—Booklist, June 2010

Fortune –Telling
(Mysterious Encounters)

Paranormal encounters fascinate young readers, and this exciting series is devoted to them. Heavily illustrated and clearly written, each book presents phenomena such as aliens, ghosts and werewolves. Eyewitness accounts are paired with alternative explanations and other elements of reasoning, accompanied by critical thinking sidebars, color photographs, illustrations and diagrams.

“Concise layout with easy–to–read text. Short sidebars help develop critical thinking skills by prompting readers to consider alternative explanations, credibility of sources, and other elements of basic reasoning.”
—Horn Book, April 2009

The Earth–Shaking Facts about Earthquakes with Max Axiom, Super Scientist
(Graphic Science)

Capstone Press, 2007

Interest Level: Grades 2–6

You never had a science teacher like this! Max Axiom is a super-cool super–scientist. Using powers he acquired in a freak accident, Max demonstrates and explains science in ways never before seen in a classroom. Whether shrinking down to the size of an ant or riding on a sound wave, Max can do whatever it takes to make science super cool and accessible.

Do you need to write a science report but are tired of the same old same old? Want to read a science book that looks a lot like a comic book? Well, here you go. “Earthquakes with Max Axiom Super Scientist” is illustrated by a REALLY good artist named Tod Smith! You won’t want to miss this one. It will shake you to your very core!

The 1918 Flu Pandemic
(Graphic Library)

Capstone Press, 2008

Interest Level: Grades 2–6

Learn all about the killer flu that mysteriously appeared in 1918. The book features great illustrations by Bob Hall, Keith Williams, and Charles Barnett III.

From the book jacket: “For action–packed nonfiction, turn to Capstone’s Graphic Library. True–life tragedies jump off the page in the Graphic Library set Disasters in History. These vivid, dynamic books present high–interest nonfiction in graphic novel format. An additional information section provides key facts for further understanding.”

Haunted Houses (EdgeBooks)

Capstone Press, 2006

Interest Level: Grades 3–9

From the book:

“Many people think of a haunted house as a deserted, old, spooky house. But haunted houses don’t have to be empty. Some haunted houses are homes where people live. Other haunted houses are tourist sites or buildings where people work and visit.

Frequent ghost sightings are just one reason why people say a house is haunted. Sometimes people hear voices or footsteps when no one else is there. Doors may slam shut on their own. Objects may mysteriously fly across rooms. Strange odors can even drift through a room...”

Read Haunted Houses to learn more about the mystery of ghosts and haunted houses! If you want to play an online game in which you get to EAT ghosts, go to my Fun & Games Page and click the tab that says Eat the Ghosties.