World's Most Dangerous Places

by Paul Mason

Published 15 September 2006
Readers will explore some of the most dangerous landscapes, weather, natural events, and creatures in the world. Using the "report" text type, this title features a wide variety of places, from the deadly mountain K-2, to "Tornado Alley, to California's "Red Triangle."

Nature's Tricks

by Paul Mason

Published 10 August 2007
How does a pitcher plant catch its victims? What fish “shoots” its prey? This title uses the nonfiction genre 'report' to discuss animals who survive in the wild through special skills to help them attract prey or defend themselves.