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Exploring the survival strategies of various unique animals, this book delves into how they endure extreme winter conditions. Featuring a diverse range of creatures, including frogs, squirrels, and penguins, it highlights their remarkable adaptations and behaviors during harsh weather. Readers will gain insight into the fascinating ways these animals thrive in cold environments.

Exploring the history and science of artificial intelligence, this book delves into innovative ideas and current applications in the field. It includes informative sidebars and a special "How It Works" feature to enhance understanding. Readers will find a comprehensive table of contents, quiz questions for self-assessment, a glossary for key terms, an index for easy navigation, and additional resources to further their learning experience.

The book explores innovative wildlife crossings designed to protect animals in various regions, highlighting features such as overpasses in Banff National Park that facilitate safe passage for bears and deer. It also showcases unique solutions like fish ladders and "salmon cannons" in the U.S. Pacific Northwest, as well as crab bridges in Australia, emphasizing the importance of conservation efforts in maintaining ecosystems and promoting safe animal movement across human-made barriers.

Exploring the fascinating anatomy and behaviors of bats, this book engages young readers with insights into their unique characteristics and lifestyles. It also emphasizes the importance of conservation, encouraging children to take action to help protect this vital species.

Engaging young readers, this book explores practical applications of math in a school setting. It covers essential concepts such as counting students and objects, understanding time, and performing addition and subtraction, all woven into the daily experiences of school life. Through relatable scenarios, children will see how math is integrated into their everyday activities, making learning both fun and relevant.

This engaging book combines cooking and math, showing readers how to apply mathematical concepts like measuring, adding, dividing, and counting while making delicious pizza. It emphasizes the practical use of math in everyday activities, making learning fun and relevant through a hands-on culinary experience.

Engaging young readers, this book emphasizes the practical application of math in everyday life, particularly through gardening. Children will enhance their math skills by measuring, counting, and adding while planting flowers and vegetables. This hands-on approach not only teaches mathematical concepts but also fosters a love for nature and gardening.

Engaging young readers, this book illustrates how math is an integral part of everyday life, specifically through the lens of a baseball game. Children will explore fundamental concepts such as counting, addition, and comparisons (greater than, less than, equal to) in a fun and relatable context. This approach not only makes learning enjoyable but also emphasizes the relevance of math in real-world situations.

Focusing on the life and career of WNBA superstar Sue Bird, this engaging book offers a comprehensive look at her achievements and impact on women's basketball. It features a Paving the Way special section, an At a Glance overview, informative sidebars, and quiz questions to enhance understanding. Additionally, readers will find a glossary, additional resources for further exploration, and an index for easy navigation, making it a valuable resource for fans and aspiring athletes alike.

Young readers will discover the fascinating world of snakes, learning to distinguish between dangerous species and those that prefer solitude. The book offers an in-depth look at the unique physical adaptations that enable these reptiles to thrive in their environments, providing educational insights in an engaging manner.

Highlighting the critical role of bat houses, bird houses, and butterfly shelters, this book emphasizes how constructing these simple structures can significantly contribute to the conservation of endangered species. It explores their ecological benefits and encourages readers to engage in wildlife protection through hands-on projects.

Focusing on the life and career of WNBA superstar Skylar Diggins-Smith, this book provides an engaging exploration of her achievements and impact in sports. It features a structured layout with a table of contents, special sections like "Paving the Way," and an "At a Glance" overview. Informative sidebars, quiz questions, a glossary, and additional resources enhance the reader's understanding, making it an educational resource as well as an inspiring biography.

Exploring the world's most feared animals, this book delves into their behaviors and ecological roles, revealing that they may not be as terrifying as commonly perceived. Through in-depth analysis, it challenges misconceptions and highlights the importance of understanding these creatures within their environments. The narrative combines scientific insights with engaging anecdotes, encouraging readers to appreciate the complexity and beauty of these animals rather than fear them.

Exploring the world of some of the most feared animals, this book delves into their behaviors and ecological roles, revealing that they might not be as terrifying as commonly perceived. Through engaging insights and scientific explanations, it aims to challenge misconceptions and foster a greater understanding of these creatures, highlighting their importance in the ecosystem and the necessity of coexistence.

Innovative solutions are explored for helping reptiles and amphibians safely navigate roads. The book highlights various methods, such as turtle tunnels in Japan, salamander tunnels and crossing guards in the U.S., toad tunnels in the UK, and bucket brigades for frogs and toads in France. Each approach reflects unique local efforts to protect these vulnerable species from traffic hazards.

Exploring the practical applications of math, this book highlights how essential mathematical skills enhance travel experiences. Readers will discover how to apply concepts like telling time and measuring distance to make their journeys more engaging and informative. Through relatable scenarios, it emphasizes the relevance of math beyond the classroom, encouraging a deeper appreciation for its role in everyday adventures.

Engaging young readers through a relatable shopping scenario, this book emphasizes the practical applications of math in everyday life. Children will enjoy counting items, calculating totals, and managing money as they assist with a shopping trip. This interactive approach fosters essential math skills while demonstrating the relevance of mathematics beyond the classroom.

"Over the years, many women have made contributions to soccer. Mia Hamm gained international attention in the 1990s and many talented athletes soon followed, including Sun Wen, Marta, Megan Rapinoe, and Crystal Dunn. Learn more about each woman's struggles and successes, and find out what makes them trailblazers"--

Through narrative nonfiction, informational sidebars, Fun Facts, and more, readers will engage with the history and new features of the Porsche GT3 like never before.

Through narrative nonfiction, informational sidebars, Fun Facts, and more, readers will engage with the history and new features of the Lykan Hyper Sport like never before.

Through narrative nonfiction, informational sidebars, Fun Facts, and more, readers will engage with the history and new features of the Chevrolet Copo Camaro like never before.

"Describes comets, including how they're formed and how they're studied. Includes "Did You Know?" fun facts and a "That's Amazing!" special feature"--

Action-packed true stories of the biggest disasters in history - perfect for fans of the I Survived series Discover how hurricanes, earthquakes, crashes, and other catastrophes have shaped world history! 100 Disasters That Shaped World History introduces kids of all ages to some of the most significant events in recorded history, from the Great Fire of London to the Challenger Disaster.  This history book for kids Engaging and packed with facts, 100 Disasters That Shaped World History is the perfect history gift for curious kids 8 and up!

This fascinating book offers young readers an up-close look at the moon. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Beacon level, aligned to reading levels of grades 2-3 and interest levels of grades 3-5.

Taiwan is a place filled with beautiful landscapes, unique architecture, rugged mountains, and modern cities. While it officially became Taiwan in 1949, the island has existed for thousands of years. From its days as a Portuguese colony to its historic conflicts and more recent struggles with China, many dramatic events have shaped Taiwan into what it is today. Through the use of detailed photographs, fact boxes, and sidebars, readers meet the people of Taiwan. They'll dive into their lifestyles, favorite foods, holiday traditions, and culture, gaining a comprehensive understanding of this country, its values, and its people.

Playing pro baseball is a dream job, but it's not all fun and games. This book is a frank and fascinating look at what it takes to get there, from starting young to staying fit, following rules set by the team, and spending time away from family and friends. Chapters cover the history of the game, a day in the life of a pro baseball player, the gear players wear, the physical risks, and honors players can hope to achieve, like being elected to the Hall of Fame. Each chapter features attention-grabbing photos and examples from the lives of well-known players. A Fun Facts section includes more facts, plus anecdotes and lore unique to America's favorite pastime.

Focusing on the engineering behind roller coasters, this book illustrates how design elements contribute to their thrilling experience. It encourages young readers to engage creatively by constructing their own cardboard roller coasters. With vibrant photographs and accessible text, it effectively supports comprehension for early learners.

Focusing on the design and functionality of armor, this book invites readers to engage creatively by constructing their own cardboard armor. It features vibrant photographs and accessible text, making it perfect for early readers to understand the concepts while sparking their imagination.

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of the Philippines. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of El Salvador. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Ecuador. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Guatemala. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

Audie Murphy was a dirt-poor Texas farm boy without a future. He spent much of his childhood working at low-paying jobs and hunting to keep his family from starving. Audie's future looked bleak--until the United States entered World War II. Audie lied about his age to join the army, and soon this baby-faced soldier was fighting in Europe. Audie became a fearless leader and the most decorated combat soldier in American history. His war experiences became a popular book and movie, and Audie went on to a career as a Hollywood star. However, the story of America's most honored soldier is not what it seems to be. Audie may have been a hero, but his war experiences affected his life long after the shooting stopped. Find out the fact and fiction about this war hero and movie star and learn the true story of Audie Murphy.

Theres a reason bats are associated with Halloweenthey look pretty spooky! But these gentle, shy creatures dont hurt people. In fact, they help us in many waysby eating insects, pollinating flowers, and spreading fruit seeds. The well-organized chapters help students identify key details. The illustrations and text features such as captions and bold print help students navigate the text while the photographs add clarity and enable students to better understand the text.

The journey of a remarkable high school athlete who achieved an average of over 30 points per game culminates in a successful NBA career. This book explores the pivotal moments and experiences that shaped his rise from a promising teen to a basketball icon, highlighting the dedication and talent that propelled him to stardom.

Focusing on the Exotic cat breed, this book offers a comprehensive overview of its history and distinctive physical characteristics. It delves into the breed's temperament, highlighting its personality traits, and provides essential guidance on care and maintenance. Ideal for potential owners and enthusiasts, it serves as a valuable resource for understanding these unique felines.