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Through innovation and imagination, savvy entrepreneur Richard King became a towering figure in the Texas cattle industry. The King Ranch, which continues to flourish today, is a symbol of his enduring legacy.

Over the years, people have looked for ways to improve our imperfect sight. This has led us to the world of optics, which is the study of light and how it travels. What are some of these innovations that have changed how we see the world, and how do they work? Find the answers to these questions with this Smithsonian Informational Text! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this text builds students' reading skills while engaging their curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that guides students through every step...

It is Pepe’s first day of school in England, and he is a bit nervous, even though he will be going to the same one as Tom and Lia. His morning brings the first surprise of the day when Pepe discovers that he needs to wear a uniform. He then feels slightly overwhelmed in Ms. Pinkerton’s class when he finds that he understands some assignments but not others. The most interesting surprise of all, though, is when his science teacher brings out his pet hamster and it escapes--with all of the kids hot on its heels. Es el primer día de escuela en Inglaterra para Pepe, y está un poco nervioso, ...

It is the third Monday in January and school is closed. But do you know why? It's Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Turn the pages of this book to find out what dream Dr. King shared with the world, who Mohandas Gandhi was, how one brave woman helped Martin Luther King Jr. change history. Each book in the Holiday Histories series describes one of America's holidays or special days. Explore the history of each day and learn the real reason why it is important. Discover what special meaning each day might have for you.