Synopsis: Provides a simple discussion of the causes of air movement, uses of wind power, and such phenomena as hurricanes and tornadoes.

Synopsis: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876) is Mark Twain's most popular book, and its hero is a national icon, celebrated as a distinctively American figure both at home and abroad. Tom Sawyer's bold spirit, winsome smile, and inventive solutions to the problems of everyday life in fictional St Petersburg - whether getting his friends to whitewash a fence for him, or escaping the demands of his vigilant Aunt Polly - have won him the hearts of…

Synopsis: Shy Mole is cleaning his underground house until the spring weather lures him above for a cautious encounter with the worldly Water Rat. Their exploration of the Wild Wood includes lunch with Otter and hilarious adventures at Toad Hall.

Synopsis: "A pocket-size offering of tasty art tidbits...may actually prove more useful after the field trip, in the classroom or at home...covers Impressionists such as Manet, Degas, and Cassett...Pissaro, Monet, and Renoir...and Post-Impressionists such as Van Gogh, Gaugin, and Seurat. A lot of other interesting facts are included."--Kirkus Reviews. "Includes background with thumbnail profiles of a selection of artists."--Booklist.

Synopsis: Facts about each state, such as population, location and area, natural resources, state capitals, flowers, birds, trees, etc.

Synopsis: Outlines the history of currency and coinage in the United States, describes the functions of the mint and explains how coins are made.

Synopsis: Contains data on the lives of significant Americans who have achieved prominence in diverse careers and professions

Synopsis: Following the well-known and much-loved Rookie Books format, these fun and informative books introduce early elementary-school children to the basic facts about major holidays. Each book explains the development of the holiday and how it is celebrated today, and includes holiday games, traditions, crafts, and foods.

Synopsis: - a 12-page board book (15 1/4" 22 3/4") Available in 2 sizes: giant (15 3/4" 22 3/4") and mid-size (11 1/4" 16 3/8")- true-to-life illustrations- fascinating facts about; Dinosaurs, Birds, Ocean Life, Insects, Reptiles and Amphibians, Land Animals

Synopsis: "Kids will observe and investigate these amazing creatures from head to tail as they take an up-close look at squirrel anatomy and behavior. This deceptively simple book takes young learners on an inquiry-based journey where they will make text-to-self connections, practice making predictions, and interact with simple info-graphics. A great introduction to nonfiction for reading aloud to pre-readers or reading alone for independent learners."

Synopsis: Fascinating facts, quizzes and things to make and do

Synopsis: A young baboon's view of the world changes as his mother shows him various parts of his environment.

Synopsis: Every spring, butterflies emerge and dazzle the world with their vibrant beauty. But where do butterflies come from? How are they born? What do they eat--and how? With a simple, rhyming text and glorious color-drenched collage, Lois Ehlert provides clear answers to these and other questions as she follows the life cycle of four common butterflies, from their beginnings as tiny hidden eggs and hungry caterpillars to their transformation into full…