This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts about the regions of Texas and their valuable resources. You'll find colorful maps that help you locate Texas' regions and understand their features. You will learn about the many natural and man-ma...

Global Warming looks at the causes of climate change and its profound effect for life on Earth. It shows how historical clues, such as ice cores, are evidence that temperature fluctuation is not a new phenomenon, and how the causes of our current changing ...

What are glass-ceramics and what role do they play when you make dinner? What are polymers and how are they used to make bulletproof vests and bicycle helmets? Will it ever be possible to change the color of your room by simply touching a wall? In this boo...

Books in this series introduce children to the notion that all people are different and all people are special. The simple text explains common activities while the clear images can stimulate thought and discussion about mental and physical differences. In...

Contents: The ocean frontier; Your mission; The moon and tides; Mega tide; Pulling the plug; Rip tide; Sea power; Wind and waves; Tidal pools; Clammed up; On the beach; Hidden riches; Mud and marsh; Fuel stop; Seagrass meadows; Turtle nursery; Mangrove swa...

Want to be a great cook, but don’t know the difference between a spoon and a ladle? Or perhaps you just want to know how to bake a cake without catastrophe? Confident Cooking takes you back to basics and unscrambles the mysteries of the kitchen. With A–Z i...

Where does your garbage go? Can you recycle a battery? How can landfills make electricity? Do It Yourself offers an exciting new approach to understanding and investigation. Each book helps you to conduct your own experiments and activities, and to lear...

What are the different types of bullying? Why do people bully others? How can you deal with bullies? This book will help you find the answers to these questions and others you may have....

What are antioxidants? How does your body use vitamin C? Why should pregnant women avoid eating liver? The Body Needs series reveals why your body needs a balanced diet to be healthy. It explains how much of each type of nutrient you need to eat every day ...

Can you spot the shape? Read this book to find out about the different shapes you can find in buildings. Books in this series introduce children to different shapes in a range of situations. Each book uses simple, repetitive text to teach children basic vo...

How has the Earth and life on it changed? What is a “living fossil”? Why did the dinosaurs become extinct? ‘Extinctions of Living Things’ looks into the evolution of living things and the disappearances of species, the effect humans have on extinctions, an...

Become a detective and discover information about an interesting destination using photos, figures and facts. This book helps you discover what it is like to live in France. Find out what the countryside looks like and what people do for fun. Discover wh...

It is the third Monday in January and school is closed. But do you know why? It's Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Turn the pages of this book to find out what dream Dr. King shared with the world, who Mohandas Gandhi was, how one brave woman helped Martin Luth...

Would you like to cook delicious Italian foods? A World of Recipes: Italy will show you how! You will discover how to make your favorite dishes and learn to prepare some new ones, too. Some of the recipes you will find in this book include penne puttanesca...

What is fuel? How can you help to save water? What things are made out of trees? 'Investigate' encourages science enquiry with an interactive, investigative, and visual approach to a wide range of core curriculum topics. The format allows students to use s...

Would you like to cook delicious Indian foods? A World of Recipes: India will show you how! You will discover how to make your favorite dishes and learn to prepare some new ones, too. Some of the recipes you will find in this book include fish and coconut ...

Find out about the life of one of baseball’s most beloved players. Before Jackie Robinson, black Americans were not allowed to play in the Major Leagues. Jackie and a few others changed that for good. Read about Jackie’s early days in college and then pla...

What is the evidence for climate change? How are cows contributing to global warming? Why does volcanic activity cool Earth? The 'Why Science Matters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at school is important in every aspect of our everyday lives...

Earth’s climate is changing. Global warming is causing extreme weather events such as droughts, floods, and hurricanes. Climate Change examines some of the major weather issues that people are facing around the world. It explains the science behind the he...

Why was posture important to the early French dancers? Who developed the five ballet positions? How many pairs of ballet shoes can a dancer wear out in a single performance? Ballet provides a detailed look at the development of ballet dancing from the earl...

How does a bar code reader work? Where does an airport use X-rays? What is a travelator? Technology at Work looks at the machines and tools that make things work in our daily lives. From tiny microchips, to huge aeroplanes, this series look into the hidden...

Would you like to cook delicious festival foods? A World of Recipes: Festival Foods will show you how! You will discover how to make your favorite dishes and learn to prepare some new ones, too. Some of the recipes you will find in this book include Ramada...

Read this book to find out about the planets in our Solar System. Books in this series introduce children to outer space. Each book uses simple, repetitive text to teach children basic vocabulary, and includes stunning photographs and artwork to show the m...

This book contains all kinds of interesting facts about the first people who lived in Michigan. You will learn about the different Native American tribes that have called Michigan home and the beliefs and practices that make them unique. And, you will find...

Where does oil come from? What is ‘Greek fire’? How does an oil pump work? To uncover the hidden facts behind everyday things, explore the secrets of True Stories. True Stories reveals the surprising truth about a range of subjects. Discover everything you...

What are batteries? How do you make an electric circuit? Where does electricity come from? 'Investigate' encourages science enquiry with an interactive, investigative, and visual approach to a wide range of core curriculum topics. The format allows student...

This updated edition asks you to pack your bags. We are on our way to North America! Learn about the world's tallest tower, the largest freshwater lake on Earth, and the largest island in the world. Turn the pages of this book to find out: the names of the...

What is the Red List? Should wolves be re-introduced where people live? Can embryo implantation help threatened species? The 'Why Science Matters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at school is important in every aspect of our everyday lives. Us...

How old is Earth? What is a time capsule? How did the Egyptians tell the time? To uncover the hidden facts behind everyday things, explore the secrets of True Stories. True Stories reveals the surprising truth about a range of subjects. Discover everything...

Why does a bagel have a hole in the middle? When did people eat bread made of straw, clay, and tree bark? Who used to be paid in bread? To uncover the hidden facts behind everyday things, explore the secrets of True Stories. True Stories reveals the surpri...

What are vibrations? How do musical instruments make sounds? Why do we have two ears? 'Investigate' encourages science enquiry with an interactive, investigative, and visual approach to a wide range of core curriculum topics. The format allows students to ...

In Generating and Using Electricity, we find out how electricity is generated from many sources, including waves, wind, and the Sun. Learn about electric charge, cells and batteries, generators, and electric motors. We see how power plants distribute elect...

How do vets help us? Read this book to find out and learn all about vets! The books in the 'People in the Community' series use attractive photographs and simple text to introduce children to the work of people they may meet. In 'Vets', children can read ...

How can you make Renaissance-style hot chocolate? Which Renaissance genius came up with the world’s first helicopter design? How did Renaissance people use turnips to cure the common cold? This title unravels the mysteries of life in Europe in the 15th and...

How big were the first computers? What jobs were computers used for in the past? When was the World Wide Web invented? Take a journey through time and discover the amazing history of the computer!...

Which dancers dance through fire? Why does it take several hours to put on make-up for a kathakali dance? Which dance company uses tai chi, meditation, Chinese opera movement, martial arts, modern dance and ballet in its dancing? African and Asian Dance pr...

Read some of the funniest, scariest, and most disgusting modern legends and see if they can really be true. From failed criminals to medical mishaps, find out what makes these tales so popular....

How has Earth and life on it changed? In which biome would you find the Bactrian camel? What is “snowball Earth”? 'Changing Ecosystems' explains the complexities of different ecosystems on Earth. Learn how organisms interact with their environment and how ...

How do seismic waves travel through rock? How can satellites help with earthquake prediction? The 'Why Science Matters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at school is important in every aspect of our everyday lives. Using case studies and invest...

Why did artists in the 1920s begin to create surreal pictures and sculptures? Who were the main Surrealist artists? Where can you see the influence of Surrealism today? 'Surrealism' answers all these questions. It also explains the Surrealists’ interest in...

What do animals do in winter? Read this book to find out what happens in winter. Books in this series introduce children to the four seasons. Each book uses simple, repetitive text to teach children basic vocabulary, and includes stunning photographs to sh...

How do you use a computer mouse? How does a computer program work? What do you find on the desktop? Computers have many different uses. Read 'My First Computer Guide' to find out how computers work and how you can use them safely....

How do dentists use diamonds? Who sang Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend? What is a blood diamond? To uncover the hidden facts behind everyday things, explore the secrets of True Stories. True Stories reveals the surprising truth about a range of subjects....

What is a knock-out mouse? Why is “golden rice’ controversial? How does natural cloning happen? The 'Why Science Matters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at school is important in every aspect of our everyday lives. Using case studies and inve...

Who was George Washington? What was the Boston Massacre? When did the United States win its independence? This book will help you discover what life was like during the Revolutionary War....

What is climate change? How deep is Earth_s atmosphere? What does a hygrometer measure? The 'Real World Data' series presents information about familiar curricular topics through charts and graphs. Each title shows how to organize data in different visual ...

What causes weather? Why are some parts of the world hot when others are cold? What was the fastest wind speed ever recorded? 'Do It Yourself' offers an exciting new approach to understanding and investigation. Each book helps you conduct your own experime...

Where can you find a twelve-seater toilet? Why did castle moats smell so disgusting? What was the ‘Great Stink’? To uncover the hidden facts behind everyday things, explore the secrets of True Stories. True Stories reveals the surprising truth about a rang...

How much freshwater is there on Earth? Can science help us use water more efficiently? The 'Why Science Matters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at school is important in every aspect of our everyday lives. Using case studies and investigation...

How do vets help us? Read this book to find out – and learn all about vets! The books in the 'Personas de la comunidad' series use attractive photographs and simple text to introduce children to the work of people they may meet. In 'Los veterinarios', chil...

What is a “human beatbox”? Why was Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ video so influential? How has Hip-Hop influenced more traditional dance styles? Hip-Hop provides a detailed look at the development of hip-hop dance, from the early b-boy culture in New York t...

Want to be king of the high seas? This new edition of 'Superboats' looks at how the world's sharpest boats are designed, built and cut through the waves. Check out the ultimate in smooth sailing aboard the Princess V65 sports cruiser, and find out how the ...

Books in this series give readers an exciting tour through the world of colors. Each book uses simple, repetitive text to teach basic vocabulary and includes stunning photographs that show each color in a variety of contexts. In White, children can view wh...

Contents: The seafloor; Your mission; Spanish silver; Swirling sand; Swimming with stingrays; Into the past; A river delta; The kelp forest; Life in the kelp forest; Diving with sea lions; Seafloor whales; Corals and sponges; An underwater canyon; The ocea...

What do people wear in summer? Read this book to find out what happens in summer. Books in this series introduce children to the four seasons. Each book uses simple, repetitive text to teach children basic vocabulary, and includes stunning photographs to s...

What is an opportunistic infection? How are drugs trialled? What is “pharming’? The 'Why Science Matters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at school is important in every aspect of our everyday lives. Using case studies and investigations, the ...

In "Using Nuclear Energy", we find out how scientists discovered nuclear power, what happens if you split an atom, and about the immense blast a nuclear weapon can create. We learn about fission, chain reactions, and how the science of the deadly Hiroshima...

What is cartilage? Why do we have joints? How does exercise help bones and muscles? The Human Machine asks the questions that young people want answered. Each chapter contains a different question, so readers can develop their knowledge....

What kinds of food give us energy? Why do we need zinc? How much of the body is made up of water? A Balanced Diet asks the important questions about how to maintain a balanced diet....

Power stations burn coal to generate electricity. Airplanes, buses, and cars burn oil for fuel. People burn natural gas to heat their homes. Fossil fuels make our lives much easier, but they are also causing a major problem—global warming. Energy for the F...

What do plants need to live? Why do plants have roots? How do you get rubber from a tree? 'Investigate' encourages science enquiry with an interactive, investigative, and visual approach to a wide range of core curriculum topics. The format allows students...

This title introduces readers to the history and importance of the Pledge of Allegiance as an American symbol, as well as interesting facts about it. A timeline is also included tracing its creation....

What is a wind turbine? Where does wind energy work best? What are the limitations of wind energy? 'Fueling the Future' asks the questions that young people want answered. Each chapter contains a different question, so readers can develop their knowledge....

With vivid photographs and simple text, books in this series introduce children to the concepts of currency, exchange, and global diversity. In this book, children learn about what money is, how it is used, and why it is important....

What is the weather like in spring? Read this book to find out what happens in spring. Books in this series introduce children to the four seasons. Each book uses simple, repetitive text to teach children basic vocabulary, and includes stunning photographs...

Who were the European explorers and settlers of Texas and why did they come to Texas? How did Mexico's independence from Spain affect the development of Texas? What events led to the creation of the Republic of Texas and Texas's annexation to the United States? Find these answers along with al...

This title introduces readers to the history and importance of the Liberty Bell as an American symbol, as well as interesting facts about it. A timeline is also included tracing its creation....

What are conifers? What does vascular mean? What is Linaeu's double-name system? Can you look at different plants and animals and name what you see based on their features? 'Plant Classification' looks at the system we use to organize plants into different groups. 'The Life of Plants' series...

Do you panic at the thought of public speaking? 'Panic-Free Presentations' will help you overcome your nerves! With advice on effectively researching a topic, using your voice and gestures, choosing the right words, and handling props and visual aids, this...

Have you ever wondered what your IQ was? Do intelligence tests just judge one aspect of your abilities? Do girls find homework easier than boys? Many people think that girls are smarter than boys. They say that all you need to do is look at recent school r...

How many amino acids can your body make? Are nuts a healthy snack? What are antibodies? The Body Needs series reveals why your body needs a balanced diet to be healthy. It explains how much of each type of nutrient you need to eat every day and in which fo...