Did you know that a Saguaro cactus can live for more than 200 years and grow as tall as 50 feet (15 meters)? Readers will discover how these desert giants are used for shelter by animals such More →

From blood-sucking vampire bats to mango-eating fruit bats, What is a Bat? tackles bat myths and teaches children… • the bat family tree • their bodies • bat communication • how they fly More →

Bears are the elegant giants of land carnivores. Powerful yet shy, these solitary creatures are remarkable for their size, strength, and adaptable intelligence. What is a Bear? gives… More →

Earth has over 30 types of biomes, some of which are home to thousands of ecosystems. All of the plants and animals living in these huge natural areas depend on one another for survival.… More →

All birds are warm-blooded, have wings, a beak, feathers, and a backbone. There are, however, over 9,000 species of birds in the world so all birds are not the same. What is a Bird? describes More →

Blizzards bring blowing snow, bitter temperatures, and big snow drifts! This cool title introduces young readers to blizzard basics, including how, when, and where blizzards most often occur, More →

Carnivores are animals that eat other animals. This clearly written book uses detailed images to look at insect, fish, frog, reptile, arthropod, and mammal carnivores and how they hunt or… More →

The cat, with its grace, strength, and prowess, has been a source of intrigue and companionship for humans throughout time. In this comprehensive study, kids will learn about the bodies,… More →

Communities can be different, but they all have things in common - people, culture, government, economy, buildings, services, and transportation. Discover how communities are interconnected… More →

In What is a Dinosaur? kids of all ages will be enthralled by these ancient reptiles who ruled the earth for almost 180 million years! Striking, full-color illustrations highlight some of the More →