Synopsis: A simple biography of the man who was in charge of America's army during the Revolution and became the new nation's first president

Synopsis: Clickety-clack. Clickety-clack. Choo, choo! Race down the tracks with this colorful book all about trains.In this fun nonfiction picture book, Gail Gibbons introduces the youngest readers to all kinds of trains.Featuring powerful locomotives, huge tanker cars, and boxcars full of cargo-- and many other types of trains-- this is a kid-friendly way to learn the ins and outs of trains, their parts, and why we ride them.For even young readers, don't…

Synopsis: After her father is called away from their plantation near Charleston, S.C., during the Civil War, twelve-year-old Susanna must lead her brothers on a difficult journey in hopes of being reunited with him

Synopsis: After the sun sets, on clear nights points of light begin to appear in the sky. But when we look up at the night sky, what are we seeing?Basic facts about the stars, as well as how we look at and learn about them, are introduced through simple text and bold illustrations. From ancient names for constellations to modern innovations in telescope technology, this book covers a broad range of ideas without overwhelming the reader. It introduces and…

Synopsis: Detailed illustrations enhance a colorful book about the landscape, plants, and animals of the North and South Poles, along with a review of their explorers and scientists.

Synopsis: A giant meteor blasts an enormous crater into Earth's surface, causing the end of what scientists call the Age of Dinosaurs. Gail Gibbons presents the most recent and up-to-date theories about the history of dinosaurs and dinosaur discoveries. She discusses the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods and the non-bird dinosaurs that lived during each time.Each dinosaur is explored in just the right amount of detail for young paleontologists,…

Synopsis: Simple text and pictures briefly describe the physical characteristics and behavior of puppies and how to care for them as pets.

Synopsis: A very simple and brief description of what it is like to live in the country.

Synopsis: Squeakers, a young squirrel, feels bad after letting Mr. Mole take a lock of fur from his tail in return for some hazelnuts, and Squeaker's parents tell him it is his right to say no, even to an adult.

Synopsis: Text and photographs present animals in amusing poses