Eric Mark Braun

Cast as a prisoner in the infamous Alcatraz Penitentiary, the reader's choices determine if escape is possible.

An Interactive Survival Adventure

Could You Escape Alcatraz?

"Gives lesser-known details of Aaron Burr's life"--

The Truth Behind the Legend

The Real Aaron Burr

Some said it was too dangerous to fly. Others insisted the shuttle must take off. Lies, pressure, and faulty parts all played a terrible part in the explosion of the Challenger space shuttle in 1986. Through powerful narrative storytelling, follow the tales of people who experienced the tragedy firsthand. Perfect for Common Core studies of narrative nonfiction and exploring multiple accounts of an event.

The Story of the Challenger Explosion

Fatal Faults

Elizabeth Raum

Being lost is scary. Being lost in space is terrifying. These true tales of surviving a disaster in space follow real astronauts through harrowing ordeals in which they relied on their training, instincts, and courage to survive. The Capstone Interactive edition comes with simultaneous access for every student in your school and includes read aloud audio recorded by professional voice over artists.

Terrifying True Stories

Fighting to Survive Space Disasters

SOS! What would you do if you were stranded in the middle of the ocean, with no way to get home? How long could you survive? Find out what actual survivors did in these true tales of being lost at sea.

Fighting to Survive Being Lost at Sea

What's more exciting than a prison break? Frank Morris and John and Clarence Anglin escaped from Alcatraz in 1962 and have never been caught. Many authorities are certain they died crossing San Francisco Bay. Relatives claim they made it to Brazil. The theories of what happened to them are endless. Find out the facts from people who dealt with the men and the case first-hand. This is one mystery you'll definitely want to solve.

The Mystery of the Three Men Who Escaped From The Rock

Escape from Alcatraz

Make the mythology of Ancient Greece come to life for young readers through engaging stories and dramatic photos and illustrations. Discover the gods and goddesses behind the myths and the powers they used to control and change the world. There's Zeus, the king of the gods who ruled the sky, and Poseidon, the god and ruler of the seas, plus many more. Sidebars, facts and infographics help uncover how these myths influenced the culture and daily life of Ancient Greece.

Greek Myths

You've just been transported back in time. Exotic plants tower above your head, while giant rat-like creatures scuttle around you. What concerns you most, however, are the meat-eating dinosaurs that are the size of a house! Do you think you have what it takes to survive the Cretaceous Period? Turn the pages to find out - only you can choose your fate in this interactive story!

An Interactive Prehistoric Adventure

Could You Survive the Cretaceous Period?

George Washington did not throw a silver dollar across a mile-wide river, but he did suppress the first rebellion against the government of his newly formed nation. In Washington's case, the true stories are more interesting than the myths. And many people today may not realize that, in the end, the way he left public life was just as important as anything he did in it.

The Real George Washington

A choose-your-own-adventure in which the reader can proceed as a singer with a band, a gardener for the rich and famous, or a friend to a mermaid in a modern version of the classic fairy tale. Includes a history of The Little Mermaid.

An Interactive Fairy Tale Adventure

The Little Mermaid

Nearly 75 percent of the U.S. population uses social media. For students, it is often considered a lifeline to connecting with their peers and staying relevant. But there's a dark side as well. How much social media use is healthy? What happens when trolls take over? Where do you go for help? Readers will learn to understand the pros and cons of social media and how to make smart decisions about managing their online presence.

Shut Down the Haters

Surviving Social Media

Make Ancient Norse mythology come to life for young readers through engaging stories and dramatic photos and illustrations. Discover the gods and goddesses behind the myths and the powers they used to control and change the world. There's Thor, the god of thunder who struck fear into his enemies, and Odin, the chief god and master of wisdom and magic, plus many more. Sidebars, facts and infographics help uncover how these myths influenced the culture and daily life of the Vikings / Ancient Scandinavia.

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