Behind every long stride, high-flying pole vault, and perfectly controlled discus throw, science is at work. As a high jumper takes off, potential energy is converted into kinetic energy. A discus thr
Tweet! Tweet! Birds make fun pets. Some are small and some are tall. Some are colorful and some have crests. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behavior, and abilities of pet birds, and di
With their shiny scales and bright colors, pet fish put on a show! Some are wide and others are thin. Some have fantails and some have stripes. Young readers will learn about the appearance and behavi
Shine the science spotlight on flounders, sharks, eels, and an ocean full of other fish! Organized by reference topics such as habitat, anatomy, and life cycle, Fish introduces young readers and brows
Meow! Meow! Cats make fun pets. Some have short hair and some have long hair. Some have flat noses and others have stubby tails. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behavior, and abilities
Squeak! Tiny hamsters make fun pets. Some have a solid color and others have three different colors. Some have short tails and others have long tails. Young readers will learn about the appearance and
Woof! Woof! Dogs make fun pets. Some are tiny and some are tall. Some have curly hair and others have straight hair. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behavior, and abilities of pet dogs,
"Woof! Woof! Dogs make fun pets. Some are tiny and some are tall. Some have curly hair and others have straight hair. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behavior, and abilities of pet dogs
It’s time to celebrate Diwali! Light lamps. Exchange cards and presents. Dance and watch fireworks. Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, reminds Hindu people of the story of Rama and Sita. It is a story
Presents an introduction to the Christmas holiday and discusses its traditions, including decorating, exchanging presents, caroling, and attending church.
Explores the physical characteristics, feeding habits, habitats, and senses of different types of fish, including information on puffer fish, sharks, and hagfish.
Discusses the meaning of the Chinese New Year and describes how Chinese Americans celebrate this holiday with parades, family reunions, and other festivities.
Describes what Diwali is and the different ways that Hindu people celebrate it, including making special foods, setting off fireworks, and lighting oil lamps.
Explores the physical characteristics, feeding habits, behaviors, habitats, senses, and adaptations of different types of mammals, including information on sea lions, bats, whales, and bears.
Who's that singing in the backyard? It's a house sparrow!A Find out where house sparrows live, what they eat, and how to identify the birds and their eggs.
Africa's wild animals are awesome! Bold, vibrant photos and engaging text bring readers up close with meerkats. Includes information on habitat, behavior, life cycle, and threats to these amazing crea
Despite their size, praying mantises are fierce hunters. Their life cycle and habits are just as fierce. Appeal to young children's fascination with nature with delightfully simple, fun text and brigh
A spider's life cycle and eating habits are as interesting as the webs they create. Appeal to young children's fascination with nature with delightfully simple, fun text and bright, close-up photos. A
Pull back the curtain on the wide, wide world of mammals! Organized by animal-science reference topics such as anatomy, life cycle, and methods of defense, Mammals lets young readers and browsers disc
Out with the old and in with the new! It’s time to celebrate Chinese New Year! Clean the house. Have a feast with relatives. Watch fireworks and dragon dances. Make paper lanterns. Chinese New Year, o
Squeal! Guinea pigs make fun pets. Some have long hair and some have almost no hair at all. Some have crests on their heads and others have droopy ears. Young readers will learn about the appearance a
