Ages 5 to 8 years. Text in Spanish. The grasslands of Africa are home to some of the most interesting plants and animals in the world. A Savanna Habitat uses beautiful photographs, detailed illustrations, and clear language to teach young readers all about this amazing habitat. This book teaches children about: the small and huge animals that graze on the grasses; the carnivores found in the savanna and how they hunt; how animals find food, water, and shelter on the savanna.
My Best Book of Fossils, Rocks and Minerals (My Best Book of...)
by Chris Pellant
All about the Appalachian Trail (All About...People)
by Leonard M. Adkins
This book is suitable for children of ages 9-14. The contributions of Iraq to world culture are numerous. This book traces the influence of early civilisations through the construction of ancient temples, the development of cuneiform writing, and the invention of the wheel. This book also explores the influence of Arabic and the religion of Islam on the traditions and celebrations of the people of Iraq. The topics include: the traditional and modern art and music of Iraq; temples built in Mesopo...
Truenos Y Relámpagos (Thunder and Lightning) (Spanish Version) (El Clima (Weather))
by Grace Hansen
This title is a delightful new addition to the best-selling "Picture Books" series. Have you ever wondered what sways the trees, and makes the leaves dance across the grass? Follow the billowing wind as it flies a kite, fills the sails of tall ships on the sea, makes birds fly and catches the massive wind turbines to generate electricity for a village! It is illustrated by Elena Temporin, illustrator of "The Snowy Day" and "Lullabies." It is a perfect present which will capture inquisitive imagi...
Each title of Our Earth in Action examines the Earth's physical processes and investigates the causes and effects thereof. From erupting volcanoes to eroding coasts and from extreme weather patterns to violent earthquakes, Our Earth in Action puts the reader at the centre of the action with fact-packed text, dramatic full-colour photos and explanatory diagrams.
Methods of Presenting Fieldwork Data
by D. A. Richardson, P.R. St.John, and Peter St. John
"Explores the life of Ellen Ochoa, including her childhood in California, her rise through the ranks in NASA, several space shuttle missions, and becoming the first Latino woman in space"--Provided by publisher.
Snow (Blastoff! Readers: Weather) (Blastoff! Readers)
by Ann Herriges
Clouds (Let's-Read-And-Find-Out Science: Stage 1 )
by Anne Rockwell
Describes different types of clouds and how to identify them.
This book which is part of a series designed to encourage children to discover more about the world of nature describes jellyfish, anemones and corals and explains the variations among the members of the group, how they feed and reproduce, how they defend themselves and the relationship between them and other sea creatures. It also describes the dangers of jellyfish stings, the beauty of the corals and the threat they face from human activity. Miranda MacQuitty has written many articles on a ran...
The titles in this series look at solutions to key world environmental problems and try to encourage readers to contribute to a sustainable future.
¡mira, Una Estrella de Mar! (Look, a Starfish!) (Bumba Books (R) en Espanol -- Veo Animales Marinos (I See Oc)
by Tessa Kenan
"Provides scientific information about Earth's atmosphere"--Provided by publisher.
Maps are essential tools for understanding the world around us. Learning to read maps - both printed and online - is a core skill that forms the basis of social studies. This book explores the different ways that maps can show information about the world.
This book takes a simple look at what it means to live in a valley. It examines basic geographical features, why people choose to live there and the risks people might have because of living in a valley, such as landslides! The book also looks at how people adapt to living in a valley and the different things people do in their daily lives, from mining rock and minerals, to going hiking!