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Burning fossil fuels, such as oil and coal, may be accelerating Earths climate change. How can we develop clean, renewable sources of energy and reduce our dependence on fossil fuels? Energy for the Future clearly presents the pros and cons of alternative energy sourcesfrom wind, water, and solar power to bio-fuels, hydrogen fuel cells, and nuclear power. A section in the back of the book will inspire young environmentalists by suggesting ways...

How can kids take action to help protect the environment and preserve natural resources? Recycle! Young environmentalists will be inspired as they learn why recycling is important, which materials can be reprocessed into new goods, and how improved design can make products easier to recycle. Clear, easy-to-read text paired with vibrant photos will engage kids as they explore this hot topic.

Animals around the world are losing their natural habitats to industrial development and environmental changes. As a result, many species are now endangered. What can be done to preserve these animals homes and save Earths wildlife? Habitat Destruction pairs clear, easy-to-read text with vibrant photos to engage kids as they explore ways to protect Earths wildlife and environment. A section in the back of the book will inspire young environmen...

From an increase in Earths extreme weather to a decline in the Arctics polar bear population, global warming is already affecting our world. Climate Change pairs clear, easy-to-read text with vibrant photos to engage kids as they explore the causes and effects of climate change as well as possible solutions. A section in the back of the book will inspire young environmentalists by suggesting ways they can help protect their planet.

Dont get too close to a porcupine! These prickly creatures defend themselves with a suit of armor30, 000 sharp quills that can be shot like arrows into an enemys flesh! If the needle-like quills arent enough to scare a hungry predator away, a porcupine makes a stinky odor thats so horrible it can make an enemys eyes and nose water! These are just some of the fascinating facts kids will discover as they explore the world of these prickly animal...

Pollution poses a major threat to human health and wildlife. What are the sources of the problem, and how can we keep harmful substances out of the natural environment? Pollution pairs clear, easy-to-read text with vibrant photos to engage kids as they explore ways to reduce and prevent the destructive effects of pollution in water, land, and air. A section in the back of the book will inspire young environmentalists by suggesting ways they ca...

New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning ran out on the field and looked up at the scoreboard. His team was losing, 14-10, to the mighty New England Patriots. With less than three minutes left in Super Bowl XLII, it was up to Eli to guide the Giants down the field to score a touchdown. Could Eli lead his team to a Super Bowl victory? In Eli Manning and the New York Giants, young sports fans will follow Elis journey from his childhood growing up...

Horned lizards have a really gross way of staying safe from predators. They squirt a stream of blood from their eyes to scare their enemies away! This is just one of the fascinating facts kids will discover as they explore the world of these blood-squirting creatures. Large, eye-popping photos and clear, grade-appropriate text engage emergent readers as they learn all about the unique and gross ways horned lizards protect themselves. A section...

Quetzalcoatlus (kwet-zal-koh-AHT-lus) was a giant reptile that flew in the sky. Yet this prehistoric creature was very different from todays birds. How? Answer: It had no feathers on its wings. It also had teeth in its beak. Todays birds have beaks but no teeth. These are just some of the fascinating facts kids will discover as they learn all about the flying animals of the dinosaur age. Sky Terrors uses an engaging question-and-answer format ...

Which dinosaur was as long as two dump trucks? Answer: Giganotosaurus (jig-ah-not-oh-SOR-uhss). At 49 feet (15 m) long, this giant creature may have been the biggest meat-eating dinosaur to ever roam the earth. This is just one of the many fascinating facts kids will discover as they learn all about the largest animals of the dinosaur age. Giant-o-saurs uses an engaging question-and-answer format that makes reading fun for emergent and early r...

What happens when a jumping spider sees an insect that it wants to eat? First, the spider quietly creeps near itlike a cat. Then it leaps through the air and pounces on the victim. Jumping spiders can leap up to 40 times the length of their bodies. If people could do that, they would be able to jump over six school buses parked end to end! These are just some of the surprising facts that young readers will discover as they explore the unusual ...

In 1798, the governor of Australia, John Hunter, came across an odd-looking animal. It was unlike anything he had ever seen. Curious as to the identity of the mysterious creature, he shipped the strange animal to scientists in Great Britain so they could study it. At first, the scientists thought the animal was a hoax. No real animal could look so bizarre. Was it a fish, a bird, or a mammal? No sooner did scientists determine that this rare an...

If you spot the bright colors of a poison dart frog, beware! These animals ooze a toxin from their skin that can kill their attackers. How did they get their name? Their venom is so deadly that hunters in South America rub it on the tips of blow darts to make them poisonous. These are just some of the fascinating facts kids will discover as they explore the world of these deadly creatures. Large, eye-popping photos and clear, grade-appropriate...

How does the hair on a tarantula protect it from getting eaten? When an enemy is near, a tarantula rubs its body with one of its back legs. The rubbing shoots off lots of tiny, hairy daggers. These stinging hairs make the enemy run awayand let the tarantula escape to safety. These are just some of the surprising facts that young readers will discover as they explore the unusual world of these hairy spiders. Large, eye-popping photographs and f...

Garden spiders spin webs to trap insects they want to eat. What happens when the web gets torn? If the damage is minor, the spider may repair the web, using more silk. If the damage is more serious, it eats the web and builds a new one. These are just some of the surprising facts that young readers will discover as they explore the unusual world of these crafty spiders. Large, eye-popping photographs and fascinating, grade-appropriate text wil...

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A Toy Fox Terrier may be small in size, but in its own mind this pup is large and in charge! This friendly dog breed, which was originally bred in the United States, has brought joy to the lives of many pet owners around the world. A narrative treat for dog lovers, Toy Fox Terrier: Americas Dog includes fun, real-life stories about these little pups while also recounting the breeds history and its relationship to the animals physical character...

Papillons, those elegant little dogs with butterfly-like ears, romp happily through the pages of this title! Bred for companionship, these happy pups have brought friendship and bundles of joy into the lives of many pet owners. A narrative treat for dog lovers, Papillon: Monsieur Butterfly is packed with fun, real-life stories of these lovable dogs. It also covers the breeds history and its relationship to the animals current size, physical an...

With their distinctive whiskers, playful nature, and friendly demeanor, miniature schnauzers have won the hearts of many pet owners over the years. In this narrative treat for dog lovers, readers will meet lovable miniature schnauzers like Say-dee, a pint-sized pup who volunteers as a therapy dog in hospitals, schools, and nursing homes. Of course, its not surprisng that Say-dee is a working dog. Her ancestors were, too. The first schnauzers l...

Cairn terriers are smallbut their fun personalities can easily fill up the big screen! Right off the bat, readers will meet Terry, the little cairn terrier who played Toto in the 1939 classic movie The Wizard of Oz. Toto became one of Hollywoods most famous dogs because of the loyalty, courage, and intelligence that Terry showed on screentraits that any cairn terrier owner would instantly recognize. Where did these qualities come from? Perhaps...