Outlines the anatomy and life cycle of bedbugs, mites, and ticks, and describes how they infest humans and animals, the diseases they carry, and how to protect against them.
The Jonas Brothers have brought boy bands back in style. The pop-rock group has sold more than eight million albums worldwide and toured the globe, playing sold-out shows and capturing the hearts of a
Young readers will be fascinated to learn about the five main families of lemurs, all of whom live on the island of Madagascar. Text describes their habitat, physical characteristics, and how mothers
Sally Ride soared into outer space on the Space Shuttle Challenger in 1983, the youngest astronaut and the first U.S. woman in space. Just 32 years old that year, this California girl was already an a
Surveys the life and career of the fashion designer most noted for her striking wedding gowns and formal clothes, describing her time as a figure skater and fashion editor and the expansion of her lin
Fueled by her own contact with migrant farm workers, most of them Mexican immigrants, Dolores became an outspoken activist and organizer. At the time, these workers had virtually no access to the syst
Sonia Sotomayor, born of Puerto Rican parents in the Bronx, New York, became a household name when President Barack Obama nominated her to the United States Supreme Court in 2009. Her confirmation mad
A Crabtree Groundbreaking Biography about the celebrated baseball Hall of Famer and one of baseball's all-time greatest hitters, who shattered Babe Ruth's home-run record in one of the defining moment
Surveys the life and career of the noted fashion designer, describing how he achieved success but also outlining his personal and professional setbacks.
Surveys the life and career of the Canadian neurologist and astronaut, describing how she retired from space after flying on the shuttle Discovery in 1992 to work for the environment.
Surveys the life and career of the hockey player many believe was the best so far, describing his ability to read the game and consistently make the right moves, which earned him records for scoring y
Describes how organisms obtain food, discussing animals that are herbivores, carnivores, or omnivores, how food chains work, the function of scavengers in nature, and the food habits of humans.
Describes inhabited locations on Earth with some of the most extreme climates and weather patterns, including the coldest place on Earth and the most polluted city.
Describes how to get active and enjoy exercise and keeping one's body healthy, including identifying which foods provide energy, why water is important, and which exercises are best for the heart.
Introduces pollination, describing how it is carried out, the insects and other types of animals who act as pollinators, and the threats to the survival of these pollinators, including diseases and pe
Amazing illustrations of dinosaurs help give children the basic facts of these giant reptiles-body parts, how they moved, and what they ate. Young readers are also introduced to the science concepts o
Shows the remarkable abilities of plants and animals from harnessing the sun's energy to make food, to making oxygen from carbon dioxide, to building structures that are air-conditioned.
Uses a simple rhyming pattern to tell the story of Santa Claus on Christmas Eve, with photos and illustrations that show Santa and his reindeer on their annual trip as well as the joy on children's fa
Presents some of the artifacts and treasures from ancient Egypt, describing such items as writing tools, weapons, cosmetics, musical instruments, sculpture, wall paintings, and papyrus documents.
Describes some features of everyday life in ancient Rome that have been incorporated into modern life, including town planning, baths, toilets, the calendar, takeout food, and central heating.
Introduces family-related holidays, including Mother's Day, Father's Day, and Grandparents Day, and explains how each day is celebrated in the United States and around the world.
Help save the planet by going green! From disappearing animals to drastic droughts, the planet is in trouble and you can do something to help. Learn about conserving water, saving forests, and fightin
Describes the recent trend of extreme weather and discusses if the weather is getting worse, and how the changing climate would affect other aspects of life.
Discover the secret action heroes of the backyard--who are they, and what are they really doing? Who is the hungriest hunter, the scariest creature, and the most amazing mover?
Learn all about Paris and what it is like to live there. You want to make Paris your home when you learn about living in huge apartment complexes, riding the metro, and visiting Disneyland Paris!
