"Young readers are fascinated by extreme tales of challenge and survival. Each book describes the challenges in a featured situation and the incredible stories of real people who have survived. Stunning, full-color photographs, informative sidebars, descriptive captions, a phonetic glossary of key words, an index, and sources for further research are also included to promote comprehension and extend learning."--

Explores how advancements in medicine and technology have helped victims of severe skin burns, and includes real-life stories of burn survivors and tips on burn prevention and treatment.

Raina Telgemeier's #1 New York Times bestselling, Eisner Award-winning graphic memoir based on her childhood! Raina just wants to be a normal sixth grader. But one night after Girl Scouts she trips and falls, severely injuring her two front teeth. What follows is a long and frustrating journey with on-again, off-again braces, surgery, embarrassing headgear, and even a retainer with fake teeth attached. And on top of all that, there's still more to...

Introduces the techniques, equipment, rules, and safety requirements of basketball.

People have sought adventure on the high seas for thousands of years. Sometimes, these adventures become more than anticipated. Find out more in Being Lost at Sea, one of the titles in the Surviving series.

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! From snot and phlegm to earwax and eye gunk, there's some pretty gross stuff in that body of yours! But why do you have all that sticky slime inside you? And why does it build up sometimes and make you feel so rotten? Learn all about the nasty stuff in your eyes, ears, nose, and throat - and find out how it can actually help you by flushing...

"Nine is the magic number in baseball. It's the number of innings in a standard game and the number of players each team fields when on defense. But every player on the field is different, and this book studies each unique position to explore those differences and the skills needed to play there. From turning double plays at shortstop to throwing off the pitcher's mound, each spot on the diamond has its quirks. Readers learn how catchers help pitchers...

Meet the stars of the emergency room. ER doctors help everyone- young, old, and in between. They must be ready for any kind of injury or illness. From treating pneumonia to broken bones, ER doctors know just what to do to help the patients. So grab some scrubs and get into that ER- stat! There is never dull moment in the ER.

Soccer introduces readers to the sport of soccer. In addition to learning the basic skills and strategies of the sport, readers will discover the history of soccer and how the sport is played around the globe. Readers will also learn about the iconic teams and players that have made soccer the most popular sport in the world. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index.

Can drugs really hurt you? And, if they are so bad for you, why do people take them? What should you say if someone offers drugs to you? Find some answers to these tough questions in this book.