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Bodden Valerie
Meet these famously horned mammals! This book explores features and behaviors of rhinos, including their endangered status. A folk talk explains why these animals have bumpy, folded skin –
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An in-depth study of population growth, examining the effects the increasing human population has on the natural world, as well as what people can do to promote conservation and develop…
An in-depth study of waste, examining the effects the increasing amounts of waste has on the natural world and human health, as well as what people can do to reduce…
An in-depth study of water examining the causes and effects of the decreasing availability and pollution of freshwater, as well as what people can do to reduce consumption and protect…
"An in-depth study of wildlife, examining the causes and effects of the ongoing extinction crisis, as well as what people can do to protect, preserve, and propagate species that contribute…
"This revised edition surveys key aspects of chameleons, describing these color-changing reptiles' appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why chameleons shake while they walk."--
"This revised edition surveys key aspects of rays, describing these flat-bodied fish's appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why rays' fins look like wings."--
"This revised edition surveys key aspects of snow leopards, describing these non-roaring Central Asian cats' appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why sow leopards have spotted fur."--
An examination of the various types of waste produced by people, exploring how much of it exists and where it goes, as well as how waste can be remade into…
"This revised edition surveys key aspects of koalas, describing these tree-climbing marsupials' appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why koalas do not have tails"--
Valerie Bodden
An introduction to the Comanche lifestyle and history, including their forced relocation and how they keep traditions alive today. A Comanche story recounts how bluebonnet flowers came to be –
Wearable technology is a Modern Engineering Marvel! In this engaging title, readers will explore this history of wearable technology from the wristwatch to the Walkman to the eye-cam! The Father…
A biography of Canadian-born architect Frank Gehry, examining his education in Los Angeles and radical architectural ideas, as well as many of his greatest creations.
A biography of Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh, examining his contributions to the Post-Impressionist style and his early death, as well as many of his greatest paintings.
A simple yet colorful introduction to the outdoor sport of hiking, including the boots and equipment needed, different kinds of hiking, and important safety precautions.
A simple yet colorful introduction to the outdoor sport of kayaking, including kayaking techniques, different kinds of kayaking, and important safety precautions.
An examination of the laws, treaties, and agreements made by nations, states, and organizations in efforts to protect the environment at local and global levels and contribute to a healthier…
An examination of the environmental threats an unsustainable human population presents, exploring the effects of pollution and overcrowding, as well as how people can contribute to a healthier planet –Provided…
An examination of the endangerment and extinction of certain plant life, exploring how plants in general affect Earth’s biodiversity and temperature, as well as how they contribute to a healthier…
An examination of the shrinking supplies of freshwater resources, exploring how water has been polluted, diverted, and over-consumed, as well as how better water management contributes to a healthier planet…
An examination of the endangerment and extinction of certain animals, exploring how wildlife in general affects Earth’s biodiversity and balance, as well as how animals contribute to a healthier planet.
An introduction to the ways that authors present stories. Novel and short story excerpts and analysis help to explain the importance of voice and different narrative points of view.
An introduction to the ways that authors form distinctive writing styles. Novel and short story excerpts and analysis help to explain the importance of rhythm and tone in writing.
A simple yet colorful introduction to the recreational sport of running, including shoes and clothing, the importance of stretching muscles, and running competitions such as marathons.
A simple yet colorful introduction to the underwater sport of scuba diving, including diving suits and equipment, famous divers, and important safety precautions.
Tells all about tigers, what they look like, where they live, and what they eat.
A fundamental look at how to choose and care for a pet bird, including details on bird behavior, supplies and housing required, and how to keep a bird healthy and…
A look at the causes and global effects of the 1914 assassination of Austrian archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo, Bosnia, which helped to set the events of World War I…
A look at the lasting cultural effects of Christopher Columbus's arrival in the New World in 1492, an event that broadened the civilized world but brought ruin to many native…
A look at the lasting cultural and political effects of America's Declaration of Independence from Britain in 1776, an event that ensured a revolution and led to a powerful new…
Poetry need not be complicated. In fact, some of the most time-honored forms of this creative writing style are intended largely for children. This series combines colorful illustrations with accessible…
Introduction to the history and culture of New Mexico.
An introduction to the ways that writers compose biographies and autobiographies. Excerpts and analysis help to explain the importance of honesty and detail in this nonfiction form –Provided by publisher.
An introduction to the ways that writers compose well-structured essays. Excerpts and analysis help to explain the importance of perspective and research in this nonfiction form –Provided by publisher.
An introduction to the ways that writers compose newspaper and magazine stories. Excerpts and analysis help to explain the importance of structuring and accuracy in this nonfiction form –Provided by…
An introduction to the ways that writers compose the content of speeches. Excerpts and analysis help to explain the importance of persuasiveness and spoken sound in this nonfiction form –Provided…
A basic introduction to what is on a fire truck and how the equipment is used.
A fundamental exploration of aircraft carriers, including their size and carrying capacity, history of development, flight decks and other features, and famous models from around the world –Provided by publisher.
A simple exploration of clouds, examining how these large masses of water vapor develop, the different forms they take at varying altitudes, and the problems clouds can cause –
A simple exploration of snow, examining how these icy flakes of precipitation develop, the ways in which snow can be used and enjoyed, and the problems snow can cause –
A simple exploration of tornadoes, examining how these spinning storms develop, how scientists watch for them and measure their strength, and the damage ‘twisters’ can cause –
