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21) Shadow wolf
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The wolf pup Faolan was born with a twisted paw, a slight defect that caused his wolf clan to abandon him in the forest to die. But Faolan, with the help of the grizzly bear who raised him as her own, survived.Now he's made it back to his clan as a gnaw wolf, the lowest ranking pack member. And the hardships are just beginning. Another gnaw wolf, Heep, is jealous of Faolan and sets him up for failure. As if these humiliations are not enough, Faolon...
22) Germany
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"Readers discover the complex history of Germany and how geography, government, and economics have worked together to help shape the culture of this country in this comprehensive look at one of Europe's most powerful nations. Readers interested in activism will be inspired by content relating to the concept of global citizenship. Those with an interest in travel are sure to enjoy fact boxes that highlight helpful German phrases for travelers and essential...
25) Egypt
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"Many people are familiar with ancient Egypt, but what about what happened after ancient times? What is Egypt like today? Readers discover the answer in this detailed guide to the world's most populous Arab nation. Chapters focus on history, geography, government, and language supplement common curriculum topics. Others focus on leisure activities, arts, festivals, and food, giving readers a closer look at what everyday life is like in Egypt. Captivating...
26) Greece
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"For many people outside of Greece, their understanding of this European nation is limited to what happened in ancient times and what food is served at their local Greek diner. However, the story of Greece is much more complex, and readers discover it all in this comprehensive guide to its past, its present, and its path into the future. From the economic crisis that has rocked the nation to the tourism boom for areas such as Santorini, readers get...
27) Afghanistan
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"If any one thing defines the Afghan experience, it has been an almost constant invasion and domination by outsiders. (The other thing that defines Afghan life is poverty.) Perhaps that historical truth can help to explain the fiercely independent-some would say "warlike"-cultures of the country's various tribal groups. Many Afghans are still overwhelmingly more allegiant to their families, clans, and local leaders-some would say "warlords"-than to...
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"Commemorating the 150th anniversary of one of the most beloved classics of children's literature, this illustrated edition presents Alice like you've never seen her before. In 1865, Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, an Oxford mathematician and Anglican deacon, published a story about a little girl who tumbles down a rabbit hole. Thus was the world first introduced to Alice and her pseudonymous creator, Lewis Carroll. This beautiful new edition of Alice's...
29) Peacekeeping
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"Engaging images accompany information about peacekeeping missions. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--
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A boy who turns into a TV set and a girl who eats a whale are only two of the characters in a collection of humorous poetry illustrated with the author's own drawings. Come in - for where the sidewalk ends, Shel Silverstein's world begins. You'll meet a boy who turns into a TV set, and a girl who eats a whale. The Unicorn and the Bloath live there, and so does Sarah Cynthia Sylvia Stout who will not take the garbage out. It is a place where you wash...
31) Horses
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In Horses, early readers will learn all about the responsibilities of having a horse and find out how they can keep their pet healthy and happy. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they discover what it takes to be a pet owner.
A labeled diagram helps readers understand what a horse needs, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about pet horses online using our...
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"Which animal can smell underwater? Which one uses their nose as a snorkel? What can animals do with their noses besides smell? Noses can tell us a lot about animal habits and habitats. An animal collection of special species from around the world- filled with amazing facts celebrating the diversity in nature. "Fascinating insights into the world of animal noses, whether small, large, round or star-shaped. You learn a lot of new things here."-Dr....
33) France
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"Vive la France! (Long live France!) The French mostly use this phrase during patriotic celebrations, but tourists to the country are sure to adopt the saying after experiencing all France has to offer. It is consistently the world's top tourist destination"--
34) Beehives
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A beehive can be home to 35,000 bees during the summer. However, each hive has only one queen bee. Find out more in Beehives, part of the Nature's Engineers series.
35) I know opposites
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The concept of opposites is a crucial one at the early elementary level. Learning opposites opens up a reader s vocabulary and ability to communicate. This colorful volume is a helpful aid for teaching and reviewing opposites, displaying opposite pairs visually next to the accompanying accessible text. Readers are encouraged to identify opposites in their own world, reinforcing these essential ideas in their daily lives.
36) Zimbabwe
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"Readers explore the history, geography, and cultural landscape of Zimbabwe in this updated guide to an important African nation that supplements social studies curriculum topics and inspires an interest in world travel. Comprehensive text is paired with colorful photographs. In addition, fact boxes introduce readers to a new language, point out popular places to visit, and provide tips for traveling to Zimbabwe. Maps highlight the country's topography,...
37) Spain
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"How can you make authentic Spanish food at home? How have Spain's history and geography played a part in the development of its arts and festivals? How are Spanish people embodying the idea of global citizenship? The answers to these questions and many more are found in this updated and comprehensive look at life in Spain. Colorful photographs of Spain's diverse landscapes, cities, and citizens are paired with meticulously researched main text, sidebars,...
39) Animal mouths
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Photographs and concise text examine the mouths belonging to hawks, butterflies, beavers, weasels, and other creatures.
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