Robin Hood Shoots for the Queen, the Story of William Tell, the Story of the Sword in the Stone

Robin Hood Shoots for the Queen, the Story of William Tell, the Story of the Sword in the Stone
Author: Jeannette Sanderson
Publisher: Benchmark Education Company
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2011
Genre:
ISBN: 1450929613

Queen Eleanor has put her trust in Robin Hood's superior archery skills. Will he prove victorious over the king's archers? A defiant William Tell risks his son's life for the freedom of the Swiss people. What will happen? Young Arthur finds out about his true, royal parentage from Merlin the magician. Will Arthur be able to take his rightful place in the British kingdom? Read these legends to find out.

The Lewis and Clark Expedition Crossing the Rocky Mountains, Building the Transcontinental Railroad Blasting Through the Sierra Nevadas

The Lewis and Clark Expedition Crossing the Rocky Mountains, Building the Transcontinental Railroad Blasting Through the Sierra Nevadas
Author: Stacia Deutsch
Publisher: Benchmark Education Company
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2011
Genre: Reading and Literacy
ISBN: 1450929478

The Lewis and Clark expedition is trapped in the Rocky Mountains. The explorers are starving. What will the men do to survive? Chang Han and Wen Lin are Chinese laborers building the Transcontinental Railroad. Blasting the rock would be easier and faster than digging. Who will take the new explosive into the tunnel? Read these stories to find out.

Odysseus and the Cyclops, Circe Enchants Odysseus, the Call of the Sirens

Odysseus and the Cyclops, Circe Enchants Odysseus, the Call of the Sirens
Author:
Publisher: Benchmark Education Company
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2011
Genre: Folklore
ISBN: 1450929400

A one-eyed giant intent on making meals out of Odysseus and his men; an enchantress who punishes Odysseus's crew by turning them into pigs; beautiful creatures part bird and part human who lure sailors to their deaths. What do all these characters have in common? Will Odysseus's strength and cunning be enough to overcome these deadly obstacles? Read these stories to find out.

Stable Boy at the Alamo, Monitor Vs. Merrimack Clash of the Ironclads

Stable Boy at the Alamo, Monitor Vs. Merrimack Clash of the Ironclads
Author: Angelo Parra
Publisher: Benchmark Education Company
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2011
Genre: Alamo
ISBN: 1450929486

Harold Evans, a stable boy at the Alamo, is fighting alongside other "Texians" for independence from Mexico. As the enemy attacks the fort, Harold comes face to face with General Santa Anna. What will the Mexican leader do? Union sailor Will Randall and Confederate seaman Eli Reynolds are engaged in battle. Whose ironclad, the North's or the South's, will be the victor? Read these stories to find out.

A Game Is a Game-or Is It?, Buff Goes Wild

A Game Is a Game-or Is It?, Buff Goes Wild
Author: Dina Anastasio
Publisher: Benchmark Education Company
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2011
Genre:
ISBN: 1450929508

Cai likes to play board games; Jake likes to shoot hoops. Neither boy is good at his friend's favorite activity. Will this jeopardize the friendship? Jamal may have to give up his dog Buff. The Oak Street kids have to do something fast. How does Luke's behavior lead them to their solution? Read these stories to find out.

Linda's Journal, Jalissa and the Grand Finale

Linda's Journal, Jalissa and the Grand Finale
Author: Dina Anastasio
Publisher: Benchmark Education Company
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2011
Genre:
ISBN: 1450929494

Linda wants to be a great writer. How will her efforts get her into trouble with her friends? What will she learn from the experience? Jalissa wants the grand finale for her show to really bring the house down. Will she learn patience and perseverance? Read these stories to find out.

Homework from the Future, the Encouragement App

Homework from the Future, the Encouragement App
Author: Forrest Stone
Publisher: Benchmark Education Company
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2011
Genre: Children's literature
ISBN: 1450929443

The 21-CK, a hologram kid, has been virtualized by Gif McCoy. It's 2612, and Gif is going to show his new friend around. What will the 21-CK discover? Benzo has won Andromeda Galaxy's biggest prize The App of the Year. But his invention soon begins to backfire. How will his friend Plexi come to the rescue? Read these science fiction stories to find out.

The Missing Necklace, Stop, Thief!

The Missing Necklace, Stop, Thief!
Author: Stacia Deutsch
Publisher: Benchmark Education Company
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2011
Genre:
ISBN: 145092946X

A routine trip to the museum for Steve and Lizzie Baez turns out to be a "gem" of a mystery A diamond necklace is stolen! A jogging group's Fun Run turns into a Crime Run after a bank robbery. How will Steve and Lizzie figure out who did it? Read these mysteries to find out.