Books by Nel Yomtov

When one thinks about the Vikings, usually images of savage fighters arriving in longships to raid villages come to mind. Dynamic illustrations and entertaining tales of famous Viking warriors teach readers about the lives and goals of these fierce Scandinavian raiders.

For Roald Amundsen, a passion for adventure started early on. As a young boy he slept with the windows open even during frigid Norwegian winters to prepare himself for the life of polar exploration. Be sure to bundle up for this thrilling read!

This dynamic duo traveled farther than 8,000 miles for more than two years to map the American West. Lewis and Clark faced harsh conditions, unknown people, and untouched land, making them two of the worlds greatest explorers. Grab your map and enjoy the trek though this high-interest title.

With promises of wealth elsewhere, Ferdinand Magellan left his homeland in search of a more fortunate life. He went on to spend three fateful years at sea. Find out about the challenges of Magellans journey in this adventurous title for reluctant readers!

Climbing to the top of the world is no small feat. For Edmund Hillary and his partner, reaching the top of Mount Everest took dedication, patience, and a whole lot of guts. With little oxygen to breathe and little energy to carry them further, discover their steps to success in this thrilling read for young students.

Experience the events that followed the Sobibor death camp prisoner's decision to escape. Readers will discover a powerful story of human courage and mankind's fierce will to live.