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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 –
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Meet Earth’s heaviest lizard! This book introduces Komodo dragons to elementary kids, exploring their features and behaviors, including venomous bite. A folk talk explains why people of Indonesia respect this…
Meet the largest wild cat in the world! These wild cats rule the Asian jungle and are powerful predators. This book explores their features and behaviors, including hunting prey and…
Meet the amazing waddling penguins! This book introduces this flightless bird to elementary kids, exploring their features, behaviors, diet, and varied habitats. A folk talk explains why emperor penguins are…
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 kindergarten-level introduction to giraffe, covering their growth process, behaviors, the habitats they call home. –
Surveys key aspects of monkeys, describing their appearance, behaviors, and habitats. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why monkeys look like people.
Surveys key aspects of lions, describing their appearance, behaviors, and habitats. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why lions roar.
A kindergarten-level introduction to polar bears, covering their growth process, behaviors, the habitats they call home. –
An introduction to the appearance, behaviors, and habitats of monkeys.
Surveys key aspects of lions, describing their appearance, behaviors, and habitats. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why lions are the kings of the jungle.
An introduction to the appearance, behaviors, and habitats of dolphins.
A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of walruses, the Arctic pinnipeds with whiskers. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why walruses have tusks –
A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of iguanas, the North and South American dewlapped reptiles. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why iguanas live in…
A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of peacocks, the rainforest birds whose males have showy feathers. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why peacocks are…
A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of sloths, the slow-moving, tree-dwelling mammals. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why sloths do not build nests.
An introduction to the Apache lifestyle and history, including their forced relocation and how they keep traditions alive today. An Apache story recounts how the mountains were formed.
An introduction to the Cherokee lifestyle and history, including their forced relocation and how they keep traditions alive today. A Cherokee story recounts why some creatures are able to fly.
A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of llamas, the long necked mammals native to South America’s Andes Mountains. Also included is a story from folklore explaining how…
A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of prairie dogs, the small rodents of North America’s Great Plains. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why prairie…
An in-depth look at how psychological profilers analyze behaviors and patterns to identify suspects and help solve crimes, employing real-life examples such as the Jeffrey Dahmer case –
A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of snow leopards, the non-roaring big cats of Central Asia. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why snow leopards…
This revised edition surveys key aspects of wolves, describing the wild dogs’ appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains how these creatures are different from dogs.
Meet the largest wild cat in the world! Introduce elementary kids to the endangered tiger and its life in the wild in this North American Spanish translation. This powerful predator…
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 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…
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.
A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of chameleons, the color-changing reptiles. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why chameleons shake while they walk –
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A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of koalas, Australia’s tree-climbing marsupials. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why koalas do not have tails –
A history of the people and events that influenced the North American Indian tribe known as the Navajo, including headman Manuelito and conflicts such as the Second Battle of Fort…
Surveys key aspects of snakes, describing the slithering reptiles appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why these creatures do not have legs.
Meet the biggest mammal in North America! Learn about the features and behaviors of bison, including wallowing in dirt and their Native American history. A folk tale explains why bison…
An introduction to the history of Disney that discusses the corporation’s creation by Walt and Roy Disney, animated films, theme parks, difficult times, and other related topics.
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…
