A series of biographies of artists for young readers provides hilarious, cartoon-style illustrations to complement the easy-to-read text and full-color reproductions of each master's artwork. Includes
Presents information about the causes of such extreme weather as hurricanes, tornadoes, droughts, snow storms, giant hail, and wild fires, including examples of such events from the past.
Offers information on science laboratories in extreme environments, including five thousand feet underground, in the middle of Antarctica, and at the bottom of the Atlantic ocean.
Provides information about the secret equipment that espionage agents use to fulfill their missions, from tiny cameras and disguised weapons, to coding devices used to encode secret messages.
Presents information about the animal species that have the most intelligence, describing those with the best memories, those that are the best at solving problems, and how these creatures use their i
Traces the life and career of the singer and actor, discussing his early years, his roles on the Disney Channel and in the "Teen Beach Movie" series, and his work with family band R5.
Discusses how animation has developed, giving a behind-the-scenes look at the different jobs associated with animated movies and television shows, and how such features go from ideas to the big screen
It starts with a tiny egg and ends with a gorgeous winged insect. Read all about the amazing changes a monarch butterfly undergoes during its life cycle, and learn how it fits into its ecosystem.
Its 1912, and a brand-new ocean liner is crossing the Atlantic for the first time. The huge ship is fitted out with unimaginable luxury, and her distinguished captain has many years experience. Some s
In 1607, a group of settlers founded the first British settlement in North America. Throughout the following decades, they endured sickness, starvation, and a rocky relationship with the areas natives
People have long been fascinated with parrots beautiful, brightly-colored feathers and remarkable vocalization abilities. Readers will learn about the incredible variety among the over 300 species of
A history of the large Southern colony, from its first Native American inhabitants, to the ages of Spanish exploration and English colonization, through to disenchantment with the mother country, and
- The format of the series is unique, with humorous, cartoon-like original illustrations from the author.- Special sales potential in museum gift shops.- Perfect for developing scientists and critical
Bursting with the enthusiasm of a toddler exploring the world for the first time, these sing-alongs are filled with bouncy rhymes and adorable artwork and photos!
Examines the life and accomplishments of Henry Ford who, among other things, is credited with inventing the assembly line, which changed not only the automotive industry but all industries.
Describes the life of Henry VIII, from his childhood and ascension to the throne to his infamous multiple marriages and conflicts with the Catholic church.
Describes the physiology and behavior of the hyena, including how they hunt for food, how they socialize, and how humans have interacted with hyenas over history.
Discusses the nature and effects of intolerance and offers stories from real teens who talk about their encounters with prejudices in such areas as race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ability,
Hopefully, the worst thing your pet ever comes home with is bad breath. But some furry friends can carry nasty germs, and that's where zoonotic disease researchers come in and investigate and stop ani
Describes the life and career of the nineteenth-century French artist Eugaene Delacroix, whose experiments with color and scenes of action led to Impressionism and other modern art styles.
Introduces the life and accomplishments of the woman who could neither see nor hear, but learned to communicate with her fingers, and taught the world about the life of people who are deaf and blind.
Encourage your toddler's natural sense of curiosity and exploration by looking inside some familiar objects.Rookie Toddler books offer fun ways to engage with little ones during story time and play ti
Imagine living and working on a ship with no windows for months on end. Now imagine that ship is sailing underwater! How Things Work Submarines introduces readers to the technologies that make life un
Spiders and insects have a lot in common. Both are small animals with many legs, and most people do not like them.A True Book: Animal Kingdom series introduces young investigative readers to animal sp
The lively holiday books in the Rookie Read-About-Holidays series include informational text, fun facts, a holiday craft, engaging photographs and a glossary with pictures to introduce young readers t
