Tamara L. Britton

An introduction to the land, plants and animals, people, history, government, economy, cities, transportation and communication, and culture of South Africa.

This informative yet approachable title gives students a clear understanding of Economic Systems and encourages them to take part in the Economy in Action! With plenty of kid-friendly examples, this book explains traditional, free market, managed, and mixed economic systems and discusses how they answer key questions. How can a society best use its available resources to produce goods and services, and how can it effectively allocate and distribute...

With a wag and a "woof," this book invites readers to meet the loving French bulldog. Readers will examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the French bulldog breed. Coat, color, size, and care instructions are also discussed. Full-color photos allow readers to see these alert, curious dogs in a variety of situations. An index and glossary are also included. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company....

This informative yet approachable title gives students a clear Eye on Economics and encourages them to take part in the Economy in Action! With plenty of kid-friendly examples, this book explains micro and macro economic principles. Readers will learn about different economic systems that countries use to manage their economies, and the macro and micro economic activity within them. Regulatory oversight tools are also covered, as are international...

This biography introduces readers to George Washington including his military service, early political career, and key events from Washington's administration including creating the first presidential cabinet and creating a financial plan for the new nation. Information about his childhood, family, personal life, and retirement years is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information. Aligned to Common Core Standards...

This biography introduces readers to Ronald Reagan including his early political career and key events from Reagan's administration including the Reagan Revolution and the Cold War. Information about his childhood, family, personal life, and retirement years is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...

Presents an overview of the history of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, including the 1941 Japanese attack during World War II and the establishment of the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial.