A vampire bat must drink half its weight in blood every night. This is just one of the enthralling facts readers discover through accessible text. Fact sheets and vivid photographs detailing the anima
Introduces anacondas, especially the green anaconda, the world's largest snake, discussing their physical characteristics, habitats, eating habits, and the predators that eat them.
Introduces rats, especially the black and brown rat, the commonest of the true rats, discussing their physical characteristics, habitats, eating habits, and the predators that eat them.
Discusses the creation of the Transcontinental Railroad, including what companies built it, why Native Americans attacked the construction crews, and its importance to westward expansion.
Discusses the Lewis and Clark expedition, including how the explorers prepared, who helped them on their way, and how important the expedition was for westward expansion of the country.
Deserts can sometimes appear devoid of life. In reality, life abounds in this harsh environment. Students will take a closer look at animals, such as hawks, snakes, and tortoises that have unique adap
Readers will take a virtual hike through the different zones of a mountain, learning about the plants and animals that inhabit each one. Engaging text and full-color photographs of pikas, mountain lio
Recounts the history and effects of the bubonic plague, describes how the disease spread, and offers information about treatment and prevention in the modern world.
Moving is stressful anytime, but when a family is forced to move because they cannot afford to pay their mortgage-it is a whole different experience. Kid-friendly text helps young readers make sense o
Discusses what health care is, how it is paid for, what health insurance is and why it is important, how lack of health insurance affects children, staying healthy, and programs that help poor people
Discusses money problems, cutting costs, dealing with embarrassment or teasing about financial difficulties, how children can help with money problems, and ways for families to have fun together for f
Scorpions protect themselves with stingers. While many are painful but not deadly to humans, some, like the deathstalker scorpion, can deliver a fatal sting. Fast facts and full-color photographs brin
Rain forests, with their amazing biodiversity, are a true and lasting place of enchantment. Basic facts are paired with detailed and entertaining descriptions of plant and animal life, both supported
Introduces deep-sea anglerfish; discusses their physical characteristics, eating habits, and breeding habits; and highlights other fearsome fish, including the viperfish, wolffish, and blobfish.
