A fact-filled introduction to a variety of birds expands from backyard favorites to rainforest exotics.

"This book for elementary readers highlights the sequence of events from idea to a finished podcast Full-color photographs and a timeline support each step of the project's process, from writing the script and recording segments to finding a platform and uploading the finished episode. A glossary, further resources, and an index are included"--

"This book is written for our kids, future kids, and families that have experienced loss of a loved one. This book will give all children a chance to believe that there is something after life on earth that keeps us connected to our loved ones that are no longer with us."--Provided by Amazon.

Oscar the herring gull was born on the Isles of Shoals off the coast of New Hampshire and Maine. Nancy Donovan weaves a story of Oscar's life, including the dangers Oscar faces and the friends and family members he meets both on the Isles of Shoals and on the mainland. Nancy includes environmental issues and the necessity for people to keep the beaches clean and safe for all animals both on land and in water.

Have you ever wondered how the Golden Gate Bridge was built? Or how workers with basic tools created enormous monuments in ancient times? And how do you build a flying laboratory in space? This book reveals some of the greatest feats of engineering in history. From enormous bridges and tunnels that run for hundreds of miles, to towering skyscrapers and massive space stations, discover how some of Earth's most colossal structures were. Includes: Sphinx,...

Violet is smart, funny and biracial. Her African American father died before she was born, and she has grown up with just her white mother and white older sister. Now that she is eleven, she feels it is time to learn about her African American heritage, so she seeks out her paternal grandmother.

We are bombarded by warnings about the health of our planet, but what can we actually do to help? This hands-on guide is filled with suggestions for everyday actions and choices that will help readers take better care of the Earth. Armed with this informative and helpful book, they can feel ready to make a positive difference. Takes a cool, clear look at the issues facing our planet, followed by lists of practical things to do. Includes chapters on...

"This book for elementary readers highlights the sequence of events from idea to a finished book. Full-color photographs and a timeline support each step of the project's process, from the author's first draft through budgeting, layout, and printing. A glossary, further resources, and an index are included"--

Cats! Some are sane and some are mad and some are good and some are bad. Meet magical Mr Mistoffelees, sleepy Old Deuteronomy and curious Rum Tum Tugger. But you'll be lucky to meet Macavity because Macavity's not there!

"A countdown of five of the most legendary Vikings provides thrills as readers explore the lives, weapons, and battle tactics of these Scandinavian fighters"--