Tamra B. Orr Livres

The French came up with the idea of The Statue of Liberty but, in the end, it was paid for by both the Americans and the French. Its torch and the Emma Lazarus poem saying "give us your tired, your poor..." have become symbolic of liberty everwhere. Using primary sources, young readers hear the story behind how the statue was built and came to be moved to its spot in New York Harbor. Engaging text, colorful photos, sidebars and a variety of primary sources introduce readers to the Statue of Liberty.

"Introduces young readers to primary sources related to the Star-Spangled Banner"--

The Liberty Bell has been a symbol of basic American rights since before the Revolutionary War. It has remained a treasured symbol, prominently used during the height of the civil rights movement and as a key American symbol of liberty. Using primary sources, young readers hear the story behind the Liberty Bell from those who have used it. Engaging text, colorful photos, sidebars and a variety of primary sources introduce readers to the Liberty Bell.

Different kinds of rocks are found on Earth. Many are found deep inside Earth. Discover why rocks are an important part of nature!

Imagine a machine that can pull water out of thin air. Picture a tiny disk that can store huge amounts of data for billions of years. These are just some of the new discoveries made by scientists. Readers learn about fascinating developments in medicine, technology, archeology and more through carefully-leveled, engaging books reviewed by Smithsonian experts.

"Imagine discovering new planets lightyears away or galaxies you never knew existed. Learn all about new and amazing space discoveries in these fun and engaging books reviewed by Smithsonian experts"-- Publisher description.

Space isn't just the final frontier-it's big business! From exploration to space vacations, learn how private businesses are transforming the future of space travel and exploration.

Imagine a worm that spits glue, a rat with vampire teeth, and a frog you can see through! These are just some of the amazing animals that have recently been discovered by scientists. Find out all about these fascinating creatures and many more through fun and engaging books reviewed by Smithsonian experts.

Arguably, no symbol more firmly represents our country's independence than the bald eagle. But why this particular bird? Through factual, accessible text and crisp, colorful photos, young report writers will learn how the United States came to embrace this feathered American icon.

Satellites may exist out in space, but they let us study Earth from the outside looking in. From climate change to natural disasters and more, find out how scientists are using satellites to tackle some of our world's most challenging problems.