Jessica Gunderson

Han Li thinks he is the smartest and most talented painter in China. His master, Lin Cho tries to warn him about his arrogance but Han Li does not listen. When Lin Cho becomes ill before he can finish his painting for the emperor, what will Han Li do?

After Yung-lu's father dies of mercury poisoning, the young girl leaves for Chang'an. She is determined to take her father's place as a warrior. When she arrives she finds two big surprises. The emperor is taking mercury and the army is not what she imagined.

A story about a boy's backyard garden teaches young readers about sunflowers.

Tungar, a smart, but proud and vain boy, wants to be a general for the warrior king Asoka.

"Introduces the concept of point of view through Dame Gothel's retelling of the classic fairy tale "Rapunzel"-- Provided by publisher.

"So much more than a structure honoring the life and work of one man, U.S. president Abraham Lincoln, the Lincoln Memorial has become an enduring American symbol of strength and unity. Young report writers will learn why and how the memorial was built, and what its many parts mean, thanks to accessible, factual text and vibrant photos"-- Provided by publisher.

"Mount Rushmore is one of the most recognizable national memorials in the United States. Answering the "why" and "how" questions of the sculpture's creation for young report writers with straightforward, factual text and eye-catching photos, this book highlights the past, present, and future significance of the famous American symbol."-- Provided by publisher.

After Confederate General Robert E. Lee's surrender on April 9, 1865, the Civil War finally appeared to be coming to a close. But the nation's joy was about to be cut short by a sinister assassination plot and one of the largest manhunts in U.S. history. Through powerful narrative storytelling, follow the tales of people who experienced the tragedy firsthand. Meets Common Core standards for narrative nonfiction and exploring multiple accounts of an...

With the start of seventh grade, Olivia's longtime friend, Beth, has found new interests and new friends. Now Olivia thinks if she could just afford the type of clothes that Beth now wears, maybe their friendship could be restored. Motivated by a need for cash, Olivia agrees to babysit for a family of four who recently moved to the neighborhood haunted house. Now she's not sure what's scarier: hearing countless creepy sounds or being responsible for...

Soldier and commander. Traitor and turncoat. Benedict Arnold has been called many names throughout history. But who was the real Benedict Arnold? Explore Arnolds life as he fights his way through the American Revolution. Then decide for yourself whether he was a hero or a villain.