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This gripping book offers amazing insight into the deep-sea lives of the creatures that have perennially captured children's imaginations--where sharks live, what they feed on, how they bear their young. ...
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Penguins, rapid change in climate got you worried? Do you fear losing more of your home on the river, salmon? Don’t fret, because Dr. K. Fisher can help! Animal agony columnist extraordinaire, Dr. K. Fisher answers questions for and dispenses advice to all sorts of creatures as they write into his nest about their science concerns. In this collection, Dr. K. sympathetically responds on the subject of planet earth—about earthquakes, tides, climate, and all the things the animals observe about their surroundings. With a removable letter to readers, engaging artwork, and plenty of core knowledge, Ask Dr. K. Fisher is a hilarious and innovative approach to learning the Earth’s geography. ...
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This fantastic book about snakes covers a wide range of topics. From the emerald tree boa to the orange sand viper, find out how snakes hunt, eat and survive. Did you know for instance that big snakes can eat almost any animal - even crocodiles?! Or learn how to avoid a deadly snake bite in a dessert or a steamy rainforest.
For real snake enthusiasts this book also suggests websites and places to visit to find out even more!
Other titles in this series: Big Cats, Spiders, Elephants, Bees, Dinosaurs, Wolves, Sharks, Rats, Frogs and Toads, Whales, Crocodiles, Dogs and Horses....
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THIS EDITION IS INTENDED FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Discover how earthworms grow, where they live, what they eat, and who eats them....
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The Best Book of Bugs looks at the life cycles, habitats, and amazing diversity of insects and spiders in stunning close-up detail. This book has everything a young etymologist would ever want to know. ...
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When at home, kids are cautioned to avoid playing with sharp objects, to keep a safe distance from things cooking on the kitchen stove, to treat electrical appliances with caution, and generally to keep alert for potential household hazards. Clearly written in brief passages that are easy for younger children to absorb and understand, the Watch Out! series of color-illustrated books give kids safety advice that applies inside and outside the home, while they are traveling in a car, and when they are enjoying nature and having outdoor fun. The lessons illustrated in all Watch Out! books help children identify safety issues and avoid potentially dangerous situations. Appealing cartoon-style illustrations on every page....
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Children learn to observe safety rules when riding their bikes, or while traveling as a passenger in their parents’ car. They will also find important pedestrian advice on safe crossing at intersections and staying close to parents or the adult they are walking with. Clearly written in brief passages that are easy for younger children to absorb and understand, the Watch Out! series of color-illustrated books give kids safety advice that applies inside and outside the home, while they are traveling in a car, and when they are enjoying nature and having outdoor fun. The lessons illustrated in all Watch Out! books help children identify safety issues and avoid potentially dangerous situations. Appealing cartoon-style illustrations on every page....
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Advice in this book focuses on staying in parents’ sight and avoiding getting lost when in large, busy places like stores and theaters. Kids are also instructed to observe safety rules in playgrounds, and to take extra care when encountering adults they don’t know. Clearly written in brief passages that are easy for younger children to absorb and understand, the Watch Out! series of color-illustrated books give kids safety advice that applies inside and outside the home, while they are traveling in a car, and when they are enjoying nature and having outdoor fun. The lessons illustrated in all Watch Out! books help children identify safety issues and avoid potentially dangerous situations. Appealing cartoon-style illustrations on every page....
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Tim is in trouble with his mum because he won't share with his little brother Jack. He goes next door to visit the twins. Kay and Kathy grew up sharing things. He plays with them all afternoon and begins to see that sharing makes things more fun. A football or a pet, for example, is so much more enjoyable if you share it with others. Tim lets Jack share his walkman. Later, Jack offers him a piece of his cake. Tim sees that once you learn to share with others, they may well learn to share with you!...
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Discusses the feeding and reproductive habits of ladybugs and suggests ways to raise and breed them domestically....
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Ask Dr. K. Fisher About Dinosaurs answers the problems that trouble Earth's largest extinct reptiles. A Tyrannosaurus rex with teeth trouble and a Diplodocus with weight worries are among the many dinosaurs that have written to Dr. K. Fisher about their concerns. Dr. K. Fisher's wise replies include detailed information about dinosaur family life, defense and attack, and other prehistoric facts. Ask Dr. K. Fisher About Dinosaurs is a refreshing and witty look at these giants from long ago. ...
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Kids are taught the importance of learning to swim, and are advised on following safety rules in pools. They are also instructed on the extra care they must take when at the seashore, and the need to follow safety rules when they are in open boats. Clearly written in brief passages that are easy for younger children to absorb and understand, the Watch Out! series of color-illustrated books give kids safety advice that applies inside and outside the home, while they are traveling in a car, and when they are enjoying nature and having outdoor fun. The lessons illustrated in all Watch Out! books help children identify safety issues and avoid potentially dangerous situations. Appealing cartoon-style illustrations on every page....
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Boys and girls discover the importance of eating sensibly and keeping to a balanced diet. They learn that good eating habits are important for health and fitness. Titles in the enlightening and entertaining Why Should I? series of picture storybooks answer questions that younger boys and girls are likely to ask about a wide range of topics. Part of every child's development consists of asking questions about themselves, their friends and neighbors, and their surroundings. Why Should I? books help them discover good answers. Kids will be attracted by the amusing color illustrations on every page, and parents and teachers will appreciate the note at the back of each book offering further suggestions on answering children's questions....
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When children are caught up by the excitement of the moment, they sometimes forget to listen—and the result might be an accident or an avoidable mistake. This book helps them understand the importance of listening to parents and teachers. Titles in the enlightening and entertaining Why Should I? series of picture storybooks answer questions that younger boys and girls are likely to ask about a wide range of topics. Part of every child's development consists of asking questions about themselves, their friends and neighbors, and their surroundings. Why Should I? books help them discover good answers. Kids will be attracted by the amusing color illustrations on every page, and parents and teachers will appreciate the note at the back of each book offering further suggestions on answering children's questions....
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Chameleons, are you feeling blue? Life without a tail getting you down, geckos? Rats, do you have a python-playmate problem that has you living in fear? Help is on the way! Dr. K. Fisher dispenses suggestions to animals in need and along the way sneaks in some interesting information, too. No question is too strange for Dr. K.; he answers each with sympathy and knowledge. With the format of a picture book, an extra surprise—a letter from Dr. K.—inside, and the rich content of an animal encyclopedia, this funny series is the perfect combination of wacky humor and solid reference. ...
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This is an innovative new body series with commissioned photos and detailed anatomical illustrations to show children how their bodies work inside and out. They can find out how they move, eat, see, think and feel. The series looks at what goes on inside the body during everyday activities such as riding a bike, eating an apple, reading a book or doing a sum. Each book shows how the body can become ill and how to keep healthy. There are also explanations of common disabilities.Why do you eat? What happens inside you when you eat a piece of chicken, a baked potato or some fruit and vegetables. This book looks at how you smell, taste, chew, digest and get rid of food. It also explains each of the different nutrients that we need to give us energy, to grow and to be healthy. Children will learn how people are affected by allergies and how to maintain a healthy diet....
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Readers get up close and personal with some of the planet’s deadliest predators in this high-octane title. From the feeding frenzy of a school of piranhas to crushing snakes, polar hunters, and the strike of a scorpion, thrill-seeking nature lovers will explore every aspect of this subject in all its dangerous glory. Gotcha! ...
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In this fun new addition to the series, the ever-wise Dr. K. Fisher addresses the problems that trouble small creatures. Dr. K. Fisher patiently responds to each animal's query, providing a wealth of information about survival, metamorphosis, and habitats. Amusing but also seriously informative, Ask Dr. K. Fisher about Creepy-Crawlies offers a completely fresh take on the world of snails, spiders, scorpions, worms, and insects. ...
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