From deserts to forests to inside a living room, spiders are everywhere. Spiders can be many different colors and move in surprising ways. Some roll across the sand. Others walk on water. This title unravels the mysteries of these amazing eight-legged creatures. Full color.
Full of information on everything from animals to inventions, cutting-edge technology for the environment, this handy, colourful resource is a must-have for 8- to 12-year-olds. "The Time For Kids Almanac 2009" features more than 650 new photos of kids' favourite stars, athletes, leaders, and other newsmakers, not to mention pictures of people and ...
This clear, straightforward biography of legendary inventor Thomas Edison is filled with interesting information that will especially fascinate children. Cataloging his life from infancy until death, the text is packed with numerous fascinating facts. Thrown out of school at an early age for asking too many questions, Edison was an enterprising ...
Beginning readers will learn how plants grow from seeds and get their food--whether they make it, catch it, or steal it. Simple text and striking photographs of sunflowers, cacti, and other remarkable plants fill the pages.
Readers can get the inside scoop on the power of earthquakes as they take a journey to the center of the earth to find out what makes the ground shake. They also learn about the recent tsunami and what precautions have been taken to ensure future safety. Full color.
In this engaging introduction to the world of bears, one of the many interesting facts children will learn is that there are only eight kinds of bears. Each mammal is featured as the authors explore where bears live, what they eat, and how they prepare for hibernation. This beginning level science reader has short, clear sentences for children ...
One of America's most talented 18th-century historical figures, Benjamin Franklin was, among many other things, a politician, inventor, ambassador, and printer who succeeded in just about everything he attempted. Not only famous for taking part in crafting the Constitution, Franklin also helped open the country's first lending library, as well as ...
This informative book focuses on the lives of bees: the different kinds, what they eat, and where they live. After identifying bees as insects, with descriptions of how they use their body parts to find food and harvest pollen, the authors go on to detail the workings of the hive and the products created. With short, easy sentences in a slightly ...
The first Catholic president in U.S. history, John F. Kennedy's impressive career and shocking death are explored in this biography for children just mastering reading skills. Readers will learn about his Massachusetts childhood, his experiences in the navy during WW II, and his numerous political roles, beginning with winning a seat in Congress ...
Bats rise at night just as people are going to sleep. They sail through the dark in search of bugs, fruit, or fish to eat. There are more than a thousand kinds of bats in the world. Young readers are introduced to these fascinating fliers in this volume. Full color.
Now updated for 2008, this one-of-a-kind resource provides middle-grade students with a wealth of fascinating facts about things kids care about--from wild weather to their favorite celebrities. Full color.
This comprehensive volume presents each of the 50 states in the order in which it joined the Union, making the connection between the state's history and the nation's growth. Includes more than 200 photos and a detailed map of each state. Full color.
Did you know that James Monroe was the first President to appear without a wig in formal public settings? Or that George W. Bush named the first African Americans as secretaries of state?
Filled with all things "shark," this primer for confident readers contains information about different kinds of sharks, what they eat, whom they live with, and how scientists study them. Also included are interviews with shark scientist Dr. Samuel Gruber and shark photographer Jeff Rotman, as well as interesting facts in the "Did You Know?" ...
Watch frogs croak, swim, hop, and fly in this visual treat for developing readers. The explanation of a frog's life cycle is both clear and captivating, and the dozens of fun frog facts will keep kids hopping for more.
A fascinating world of ants awaits in this simple, clearly written science reader for children who mastered basic reading skills. After a full-page diagram details different body parts, the reader will learn that there are almost 12,000 different kinds of ants. Coming in a surprising assortment of colors, from green to iridescent, and sizes, many ...
Clear text and dramatic photographs introduce beginning readers to many kindsof storms--from wintry blizzards to tropical hurricanes. Full color. 6x 9.
Until Jackie Robinson stepped up to the plate in 1947, African Americans couldn't play on most professional sports teams, including baseball. Because of Jackie's courage and perseverance, people of all colors now participate in America's favorite pastime. Illustrations.
This vibrant biography of Bell's extraordinary life is packed with sidebars, key dates, and dozens of photos and sketches showing some of his lesser-known ideas.
With more than 250 full-color photos and more than 70 detailed maps, this world atlas includes information about government in different countries, explains flags, gives literacy rates, and shows what kids are like the world over.
As a teenage slave, Harriet Tubman stood up to an overseer who was trying to harm another slave. From that time forward, Tubman fought against unfairness and for what she believed was right. She helped hundreds of African Americans escape on the Underground Railroad. Full color.
When Eleanor Roosevelt was a young girl, she was painfully shy and felt that she wasn't as good as other kids. As she grew up, she became a confident woman who stood up and spoke out for what she believed--even if some of her views were unpopular. Full color.
A charismatic yet firm leader, President Ronald Reagan stood up to the Soviet Union and helped end communist rule during the cold war. This biography features key dates, captivating sidebars, and an insightful interview. Photos.
Filled with all things "shark," this primer for confident readers contains information about different kinds of sharks, what they eat, whom they live with, and how scientists study them. Also included are interviews with shark scientist Dr. Samuel Gruber and shark photographer Jeff Rotman, as well as interesting facts in the "Did You Know?" ...
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