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Did you know that a woodpecker has a very long tongue? A woodpecker uses its tongue to reach food in small holes. Find out more in Woodpecker, one of the…
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Did you know that Presidents' Day is celebrated on the third Monday in February? It is a day to honor American presidents. Learn more about the history, symbols, and significant…
Everything people can see and touch is an example of matter. The three states of matter most often observed are solids, liquids, and gases. Matter can change from one state…
Did you know that a Spinosaurus had a large sail on its back? Its head and jaws were 6 feet (1.8 meters) long. Learn more about this fascinating creature in…
Did you know that a Stegosaurus had 17 bony plates on its back? It may have used these plates to keep itself safe. Learn more about this fascinating creature in…
Did you know that the Triceratops had the largest head of any land animal that has ever lived? It had three horns on its head. Learn more about this fascinating…
Did you know that the name Velociraptor means speedy thief ? It was one of the smartest dinosaurs. Learn more about this fascinating creature in Velociraptor.
Did you know that there are four main swimming strokes? Different swimming events use different strokes. Learn more about this beloved sport in Swimming, a Like a Pro book.
Did you know that each golf club is different? Clubs with higher numbers hit balls higher into the air. Learn more about this beloved sport in Golf, a Like a…
Did you know that tennis players use rackets? They use their rackets to hit the ball. Learn more about this beloved sport in Tennis, a Like a Pro book.
Did you know that motocross bikes are small and light? They are made for going over jumps and racing on dirt tracks. Learn more about this extreme sport in Motocross…
Did you know that people can ride skateboards in many places? Some people ride on sidewalks. Other people go to skateparks. Learn more about this extreme sport in Skateboarding, an…
Did you know that skis are wider at the ends than in the middle? This helps make it easier for skiers to turn. Learn more about this extreme sport in…
Did you know that snowboards are long, flat boards with straps to hold people in place? Pro snowboarders use many kinds of snowboards. Learn more about this extreme sport in…
Did you know that pro surfers still use moves from many years ago? People use surfboards to ride on top of waves. Learn more about this extreme sport in Surfing…
Rats have tails that are as long as their bodies. They use their tails to help control their body temperature. Learn these intriguing facts and more in Rat, an I…
This book, a combination of a printed book and online content, briefly tells of dragonflies, describing how they look, where they live, and what they eat.
Did you know that an Apatosaurus was longer than four cars end to end? It weighed more than 70,000 pounds (31,751 kilograms). Learn more about this fascinating creature in Apatosaurus…
Did you know that the Tyrannosaurus Rex was bigger than a school bus? It could eat up to 500 pounds (227 kilograms) of meat in one bite. Learn more about…
Badgers have large front claws that are up to 2 inches (5 centimeters) long. They use these claws for digging through the ground. Badgers can also release a strong scent…
Most types of armadillos grow shells that protect the front and back of their body. The three-banded armadillo rolls into a ball when it feels threatened. These interesting facts and…
Did you know that tall is the opposite of short, and slow is the opposite of fast? Budding young scientists will learn all about these opposites and more in Opposites…
Spiders can spin webs. They shed their skin as they grow. These engaging facts and more are waiting to be discovered in Spider, an I Love My Pet book. Las…
Many people believe that business decisions that promote free trade lead to greater wealth and prosperity. However, continuing poverty in the developing world and unemployment in developed nations have raised…
The dodo went extinct more than 300 years ago. This flightless bird was larger than a turkey and had a hooked beak that helped it catch fish. Learn more about…
An introduction to helicopters, explaining what they are and how they are used.
Elephants are the biggest animals that live on land. The biggest elephant on record was 13 feet (4 meters) tall and weighed more than 25,000 pounds (11,400 kilograms).These astounding facts…
Song birds have up to 4,000 feathers. Owls can turn their heads almost 360 degrees. These interesting facts about this animal can be discovered in I Love My Pet Bird…
Cats can see in the dark six times better than humans. Some cats can jump up to five times their own height. These interesting facts about this animal can be…
Greyhounds can run 40 miles per hour. The worlds smallest dog is a 4-inch tall chihuahua. These interesting facts about this animal can be discovered in I Love My Pet…
Some fish can change color to blend into their environment. Fish cannot close their eyes because they do not have eyelids. These interesting facts about this animal can be discovered…
Hamsters have cheek pouches that can stretch to their shoulders to store food. Hamsters have long front teeth that never stop growing. These interesting facts about this animal can be…
A rabbits large ears do not just help them hear well, they also help them regulate their body temperature. Rabbits have long front teeth that grow 5 inches every year…
What patterns can you see on a zebra? Do leopard show a patterns in their fur? Young readers will discover these patterns and more in Science Kids- Animals Patterns.Animal Patterns…
Provides examples of large and small animals, and puts them in order of size.
What patterns can be seen on a leaf? Do flowers show a pattern in their colors? Young readers will discover these patterns and more in Science Kids Plant Patterns. Plant…
The Properties of Matter series helps beginning readers understand some of the most important concepts in science. Each book guides readers through the basics of solids, liquids, and gases, as…
Skateboarders compete in many events, including street, vert, and big air. Skateboarders try to land the biggest and best tricks to score more points. The AV2 Arabic language collection gives…
There are many types of skiing. In some events, skiers race down mountainsides at top speeds. In others, they fly off ramps and perform tricks. The AV2 Arabic language collection…
Surfers ride their surfboards on the crests of waves. As the waves carry the surfers toward the shore, they use the wave to gain speed and perform tricks. The AV2…
Ponies use their ears to show others how they are feeling. Carrots and sugar cubes are treats for ponies. These engaging facts about this farm animal can be discovered in…
Provides information about pet birds, including feeding and anatomy.
This series introduces beginning readers to some of the many places, people, and symbols that have become American Icons. With easy to read text and captivating visuals, each book in…
