Sean Connolly

Describes the workings of a democratic government, including the differences between a constitutional monarchy, a parliamentary democracy, and a presidential democracy. Includes discussions on the benefits of direct and indirect democracies, points out weak points of democracy, and looks to the futu...

Smashing Atoms! Making Gunpowder! Firing Rockets! Using Lasers! Raising the Dead! G-Forces, X-Rays, Black Holes, DNA and much more! Einstein, Galileo, Newton ...and now YOU! PARACHUTE an egg from an upstairs window! DISTIL DNA from a half-eaten banana! SPARK lightning in your mouth! Here are fift...

What could be more fun for kids than to have the kind of rip-roaring good time that harkens back to pre-video game, pre-computer days? Introducing 64 valuable science experiments that snap, crackle, pop, ooze, crash, boom, and stink! From Marshmallows on Steroids to Home-Made Lightning, the Sandwich...

Describes what the theocratic system of government is, how religions play a role in the laws and morals of the citizens. The history of how theocracies have evolved, the rise and fall of religions, and the future of theocratic governments are examined.

Hilarious, fully illustrated kids' joke books.Table of ContentsJokes Glossary Index Further Reading Websites

Hilarious, fully illustrated kids' joke books.Table of ContentsJokes Glossary Index Further Reading Websites

Hilarious, fully illustrated kids' joke books.Table of ContentsJokes Glossary Index Further Reading Websites

Hilarious, fully illustrated kids' joke books.Table of ContentsJokes Glossary Index Further Reading Websites

Hilarious, fully illustrated kids' joke books.Table of ContentsJokes Glossary Index Further Reading Websites

Hilarious, fully illustrated kids' joke books.Table of ContentsJokes Glossary Index Further Reading Websites

Describes what the communist system of government is, how the leaders come to power over a country, and what it is like to live under such a regime. The history of how communism has evolved, the rise and fall of leaders, and the future of communist countries are examined.

Describes the government workings of a monarchy, including the differences between a constitutional monarchy and the more rare absolute monarchy. The history of how monarchies have evolved, the role of monarchs today, and the future of monarchies are examined.

Describes the government workings of a monarchy, including the differences between a constitutional monarchy and the more rare absolute monarchy. The history of how monarchies have evolved, the role of monarchs today, and the future of monarchies are examined.

Math rocks! At least it does in the gifted hands of Sean Connolly, who blends middle school math with fantasy to create an exciting adventure in problem-solving. These word problems are perilous, do-or-die scenarios of blood-sucking vampires (How many months would it take a single vampire to complet...

This full-color illustrated book contains over five hundred eye-wateringly funny rib ticklers to get your laughing gear around. With wicked one-liners, painfully funny puns, silly shaggy dog stories, and hilarious knock-knock jokes, it will have the whole family laughing out loud for hours.

Explains the functions and history of insurance and its involvement with the 2007 credit crunch.

Explains the functions and history of world banking systems and their involvement with the 2007 credit crunch.

Explains the functions and history of international trade, along with providing a worldwide outlook on the future.

"Describes the life cycles of different types of animals. Discusses how mature animals court, reproduce, and birth and care for their young and how young animals grow up and survive. Includes life cycle diagrams"--Provided by publisher.

School becomes comical in this funny volume. Teachers, principals, and students all get the silly treatment. Age appropriate humor and easy-to-follow sentences will have budding comedians giggling and sharing new information.

Who knew outer space could be so entertaining? Aliens, planets, and asteroids become laughable subjects through this silly book. Whacky illustrations accompany jokes adding another level of hilarity.

What do mummies do to relax? Readers will find out in this monstrously funny book. A multitude of monster, vampire, witch, and mummy jokes is ready for the reading, laughing, and sharing. Simple language makes these jokes easily understandable and will encourage young learners to continue their deve...

With the world's economy at the forefront of news, this six book series explores different types of financial institutions from banks and banking to International Aid and Loans, explaining their origins and how they have developed into the major forces that they are today.

With the world's economy at the forefront of news, this six book series explores different types of financial institutions from Money and Credit to international loans and aid, explaining their origins and how they have developed into the major forces that they are today

With the world's economy at the forefront of news, this six book series explores different types of financial institutions from banks and banking to International Trade, explaining their origins and how they have developed into the major forces that they are today

With the world's economy at the forefront of news, this six book series explores different types of financial institutions from banks and banking to Insurance, explaining their origins and how they have developed into the major forces that they are today.

With the world's economy at the forefront of news, this six book series explores different types of financial institutions from banks and banking to Stocks and Shares, explaining their origins and how they have developed into the major forces that they are today

With the world's economy at the forefront of news, this six book series explores different types of financial institutions from Banks and Banking to international aid and loans, explaining their origins and how they have developed into the major forces that they are today

Fundamentalism refers to the most conservative, literal interpretation of a religious faith, including its texts and laws. While much of the world has become more modern and secular than ever before, there has been an increase in the influence of groups that take a black-and-white view of religious ...

"Explains the functions and history of the Stock Market and its involvement with the 2007 credit crunch"--Provided by publisher.

This volume provides a brief introduction to the study of international trade and economics.

"Explains the functions and history of insurance and its involvement with the 2007 credit crunch"--Provided by publisher.

"Explains the functions and history of world banking systems and their involvement with the 2007 credit crunch"--Provided by publisher.

Explains the functions of money and credit to young readers.

A candid look at the prevalence of marijuana in the lives of young people today, as well the problems that it can create. Hard-hitting facts and statistics and testimonials from real teens shed light on topics such as peer pressure and the danger of addiction.

A candid look at the prevalence of alcohol in the lives of young people today, as well the problems that it can create. Hard-hitting facts and statistics and testimonials from real teens shed light on topics such as peer pressure and the danger of addiction.

A candid look at the prevalence of cocaine in the lives of young people today, as well the problems that it can create. Hard-hitting facts and statistics and testimonials from real teens shed light on topics such as peer pressure and the danger of addiction.

A candid look at the prevalence of inhalants in the lives of young people today, as well the problems that it can create. Hard-hitting facts and statistics and testimonials from real teens shed light on topics such as peer pressure and the danger of addiction.

Describes how Greenpeace started and the groups' campaigns for reducing energy consumption, protecting the environment, and for peace in the world.

Explains the role and functions of some of the main organisations in the world