Provides information about the chupacabra, including where it has been spotted, the myths and theories surrounding the existence of the creature, and possible explanations.
Presents descriptions and illustrations of water creatures from around the world, including information on kelpies, the Kraken, Cipactli, Plesiosaurs, giant squid, and Nessie, the Loch Ness monster of
Describes how the sun shines light on the moon which reflects toward Earth and how this phenomenon results in the eight phases of the moon over a 29.5 day period.
Recounts the stories of the outlaw and his friends who fought injustice and helped the poor in medieval England, explains the historical background, and discusses their role in films and later culture
Introduces pearls, describing how they are made, the difference between natural and cultured pearls, and the making of pearl jewelry throughout history.
Examines the world of the ninja, Japan's legendary assassins, spies, and irregular warriors; describes their origins, training, missions, tactics, weapons, and history; and profiles notable ninjas.
Describes some of the unusual characteristics of the human body and discusses such situations as face transplants, people with extra fingers and toes, autoimmune diseases, the effects of deep diving a
Discusses the history of aeronautics, detailing some of the blunders of such early flying machines as the bicycle plane, the windmill plane, and various gliders.
Explains some of the rules students should follow in the cafeteria at lunch, including being polite, cleaning up after eating, and throwing away garbage.
Explains some of the rules students should follow in the classroom, including listening to the teacher, working hard, being nice, and following directions.
Introduces the life of a Monarch butterfly, from its beginning as a tiny egg laid on a leaf through its metamorphosis from a caterpillar to an adult butterfly.
Retells the myth of Perseus, a son of Zeus, whose adventures include killing the Gorgon Medusa, whose head turns people to stone, and rescuing Andromeda from a monster, and who gives his name to a con
Chronicles the life of the Seminole leader, whose opposition to the movement of his people from their homeland by the U.S. government resulted in his imprisonment.
Profiles the life and accomplishments of the Seneca Indian Chief Red Jacket, including his early life, his participation in the American Revolution as a British messenger, and his fight for his people
