Presents information about octopuses and how they demonstrate intelligence by preparing dens, communicating with one another, avoiding predators, using tools, and performing complex tricks.
Presents information about elephants and how they demonstrate intelligence by communicating with one another, teaching their young, expressing their emotions, and mourning their dead.
Though hyenas sometimes get a bad reputation as scavengers with an irksome cackle, these fascinating carnivores can actually be strong, intelligent predators. This book focuses on the powerful spotted
Martin Luther King Jr. was a galvanizing force in the Civil Rights Movement. This book follows King’s life from his childhood growing up in the segregated South to his work with the church, his speech
Beauty is all around us, and nowhere is that more apparent than in nature. With this fun-filled book, kids will use materials they can easily find in their backyard such as rocks, leaves, and flowers
When we’re hungry, we are often more concerned with quashing the hunger than the quality of what we’re eating. This book looks at processed food, which might have started as whole, healthy foods, but
Kids will love learning about this strange-looking animal with a funny-sounding name. The book contains loads of information about an aardvark’s life, from its habit of slurping up ants and termites w
In Greek myth, the Minotaur was a creature with the head of a bull on the body of a man, who was kept in an elaborate maze. The Minotaur along with other demihumans have captured people’s interest thr
Harriet Tubman was an escaped slave who risked her life to deliver others to freedom. This biography covers Tubman's extraordinary and inspiring story, from childhood to her work with the Underground
Discusses what welfare is, why people need it, and how their family being on welfare affects children, and offers suggestions for dealing with welfare-related stress and embarrassment.
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
Describes how packaging and other discarded materials add to energy use and to waste, and suggests ways to create less waste by avoiding items with excessive packaging, recycling whenever possible, an
When Tracy gets a job as a junior reporter to television paranormal investigator Mr. Mystery, she and her friends travel with him to the Pacific Northwest to look into the mystery of Bigfoot.
Describes what living with asthma is like, discussing symptoms, triggers, treatments, and lifestyle changes that may be necessary to prevent asthma attacks.
Describes what living with autism is like, discussing signs, possible causes, treatments, and lifestyle changes that can help people with autism feel more comfortable.
Princess Stringbean, with her tousled hair and long, lanky limbs, isn't the typical petite and refined princess, which shows when she attends a school to become a perfect princess, but she still can't
Planet in Crisis is an informative new series about important environmental issues. Illustrated with diagrams and photographs, each book focuses on a different topic, looking at the problems facing ou
Presents an introduction to making greeting cards, discussing materials and techniques and providing instructions for creating such projects as a birthday cake card, a pop-up card, and a card with sta
Presents an introduction to painting techniques, describing color, perspective, framing, and tracing, with instructions for creating such projects as a still life, landscape, pop art poster, and self-
Introduces volcanoes, describing how they are formed, their different types, and what happens when a volcano becomes active, along with examples of some of the most recent volcanic eruptions around th
Even after the end of World War I (1914-1918), the world was still a hostile place. To avoid more fighting, the United States worked to build good relations with other countries and to basically mind
There’s more to ancient Greece than Athens and Sparta. Readers explore the history and culture of ancient Greece through the landmark archaeological finds that have taken place in the region. The chro
Step back in time to ancient India, where the people’s contributions to art, architecture, religion, and more shaped a unique culture that can still be seen today. This text presents the region’s arch
The impact Colorado’s natural resources have had on its development as a state cannot be overstated. This book looks at how mining and ranching have helped shape the history, culture, and people of th
Few events have shaped the history, economy, and even geography of the state of Colorado quite like the Gold Rush. This book examines the events that led up to the discovery of gold, how the Gold Rush
Describes the life and accomplishments of the professional basketball player, from his childhood in Italy to his status as a high school basketball prodigy and NBA rookie sensation to his five NBA cha
Describes the founding and history of Massachusetts, examines its role in the American Revolution and the establishment of the new nation, and discusses notable figures and events during its time as a
Introduces the Big Dipper, a group of stars found within the constellation Ursa Major, providing the stories of the Greeks and Native Americans about its origin and describing some of the individual s
Presents an introduction to the role and function of state and local governments in the Unites States, discussing their organization and responsibilities, leaders and officials, and ways for citizens
Making paper animals is a fun way to practice the Japanese art of origami. Readers learn to create amazing origami animals, including ducks, rabbits, and turtles. Carefully numbered steps make each pr
Introduces beavers, describes their physical features and behavior, explains how they build a dam, and examines the impact of their construction on the environment.
