Describes more than 20 animals which have changed the course of history for better or for worse.

Newbery Honor author Gail Carson Levine shares her secrets of making magic with your writing.

From high school students to high-rise dwellers, people-including Michelle Obama-are discovering innovative ways to grow fresh, healthy, and delicious fruit and vegetables at home, in community gardens, and at school. This brisk, informative overview explains how farming in the city is not only fun, but also important for the planet. There are many ways to farm in the city: a Detroit high school program teaches students to grow food and raise chickens;...

A koala lives most of its life alone, eating and sleeping high up in the eucalyptus trees of Australia, and yet it is recognized and loved around the world. The Life Cycle of a Koala looks at the life of this ancient marsupial and explains: • how marsupials are different from other mammals • the birth of the koala and its life in its mother's pouch • the growing koala and how it feeds • life outside the pouch, but close to mother • the dangers...

Examines the nation of Canada, including its history, resources, people, and culture.

"Engaging images accompany information about ghosts. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the python, including information on physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and diet.

Looks at several secret tunnels and underground chambers in North America, from the buried city of Tenochtitlan, to a Cold War era bunker designed to protect politicians in the event of a nuclear war.

Children love horses! These powerful and exciting animals have roamed over the Earth for thousands of years. Today, there are more than 300 different breeds around the world! What is a Horse? explores the characteristics of horses and their equine relatives, including ponies, asses, and zebras. It is about horses - not riding. Beautiful, full-color photographs bring the clear, simple text to life. Topics include: • horse physiology • the horse...