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Alicia Z Klepeis
The lake is a great place to go for a summer vacation but for many creatures it is a daily destination. A lake provides water and sustains a wide variety…
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Life in the Taiga is severely restricted by weather and geography. Temperatures drop early and stay low in for nearly eight months, making the growing season short. Spend a day…
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The puzzling thing about the pufferfish–or blowfish–is that it’s highly toxic, yet some people consider it a delicacy. This book describes how the spikey fish got its name, how it…
When President Thomas Jefferson bought the Louisiana Territory from cash-strapped France in 1803, he doubled the size of the United States without really knowing what he was getting. He dispatched…
For decades, many people have been enthralled with the abilities of superheroes: super strength, super speed, and mind control. But what if powers like these, and more, could be realized…
Readers will explore the science behind volcanic eruptions, from their origins to their mechanics and their effects on people and the planet. Filled with fun facts and cool photographs, this…
From Seattle to Sydney, people around the globe experience weather every day, but what is weather, really? How is the sun connected to whether it’s hot and dry or cool…
Take a closer look at the South American country of Chile.
Libya is a North African country in the midst of change. Its cities are growing, though it also faces struggles. Every day, oil from Libya is shipped to countries around…
Take a closer look at the South American country of Colombia.
Alicia Z. Klepeis
Why was the Renaissance such an important period of time in Western history? Who were the innovators who thought of the inventions we still use today?
In The Renaissance Inventors…
Meet five famous Renaissance explorers, including Niccolao de Conti, Bartolomeu Dias, Vasco da Gama, Paero da Covilhaa, and Ferdinand Magellan, while engaging in STEAM activities that incorporate the engineering design…
This title introduces young dog lovers to the disc dog sport, covering everything from the history of the sport to conditioning, training, and competing. The title features informative sidebars, exciting…
This title introduces young dog lovers to the sports of sled dog racing, covering everything from the history of the sport to conditioning, training, and competing. The title features informative…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why Asian giant hornets are considered an invasive species, how they have established themselves in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why Burmese pythons are considered an invasive species, how they have established themselves in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are…
People are always told to eat their fruits and vegetables. But what are the differences between the two? This book explains how and why some of our favorite healthy snacks…
The changing fall leaves mark the turn of the seasons. Other trees stay green year-round. Scientists use these characteristics and others to classify different species of trees as deciduous or…
There were people who said that a bridge across the Golden Gate Straight could not be done. The bridge would need to be more than one mile (1.6 kilometers) long…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why kudzu is considered an invasive species, how this vine has established itself in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why English ivy is considered an invasive species, how it has established itself in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why famine weed is considered an invasive species, how this herb has established itself in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why Japanese honeysuckle is considered an invasive species, how this vine has established itself in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why Norway maple trees are considered invasive species, how they have become established in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why purple loosestrife is considered an invasive species, how this plant has established itself in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why cane toads are considered an invasive species, how they have established themselves in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why feral pigs are considered an invasive species, how they have established themselves in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why lionfish are considered an invasive species, how they have established themselves in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why zebra mussels are considered an invasive species, how they have established themselves in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are…
Early fluent readers will discover how blue-footed boobies get their distinctive color. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about these ……
Early fluent readers will learn how chameleons use colors to camouflage themselves, heat themselves with sunlight, and even show their emotions. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn how flamingos get their pink feathers, as well as how they live and behave in their flocks. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully…
