Introduces several types of insects that can move in extraordinary ways, such as ants that can lift items many times their own size and hawk moths that can fly at speeds over thirty miles per hour.

The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals explores some of the most captivating creatures to have once shared our planet. From the giant moa and the dodo to the black rhino and the Pinta Island tortoise, the animals in The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals book have all disappeared due to the actions of humankind. The animals’ stories demonstrate the fragility of life on Earth, and inspire young readers to take action to protect the environment...

Presents information about a variety of dinosaurs, including the Allosaurus, Compsognathus, and Iguanadon

A simple presentation of the habitat, life cycle, eating habits, and major groupings of dinosaurs.

Examines, in text and photographs, the animals and plants that live in and along a river.

An introduction to maps and map reading.

"The tragic and sudden death of 9-year-old Daisy on the day of her baptism shakes the Morgans ánd the entire city t́o the core. Not even their staunch Christian beliefs can help them. Eight year old Violet is blamed for the tragedy, while her mother Grace sinks deeper into depression, and Owen the father, a Welsh immigrant, returns to drink after years of sobriety."--From the publisher's website.

An illustrated overview of scientific inventions throughout history, describing the inventions of the ancient Egyptians, along with devices found in the home and used for agriculture, entertainment, industry, transportation, communication, medicine, and more.