Synopsis: Hurricanes. Typhoons. Cyclones. No matter what you call them, these formidable, swirling storms are the most devastating events in nature. hurricanes takes young readers on an in-depth exploration of one of the most awe-inspiring phenomena on Earth! This dramatic account of hurricanes and the disasters they leave behind, including Andrew and Katrina, are intensified through arresting full-color photographs and satellite images. Award-winning…

Synopsis: The story of Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment's Minions begins at the dawn of time. Starting as single-celled yellow organisms, Minions evolve through the ages, perpetually serving the most despicable of masters. Continuously unsuccessful at keeping these masters-from T. rex to Napoleon-the Minions find themselves without someone to serve and fall into a deep depression.But one Minion named Kevin has a plan, and he-alongside…

Synopsis: From the author of the beloved classic "The Great Kapok Tree, The River Ran Wild" tells a story of restoration and renewal. Learn how the modern day descendants of the Nashua Indians and European settlers were able to combat pollution and restore the beauty of the Nashua River. Illustrations. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Synopsis: From simple questions like "Where are volcanoes found?" to more complex ones like "What makes a volcano erupt?," this book delivers the answers kids want.Whether children hear about volcanoes and earthquakes on television, learn about them at school, or live in vulnerable areas, they are amazed by and afraid of volcanoes and earthquakes. Kids want to know more about them, both to satisfy their curiosity and to ease their fears. This book…

Synopsis: "Packed with color photographs, this exciting book takes a look at hurricanes ? from their formation to the destruction they cause ? and the scientists who study them... Also includes mini-quizzes and activities"--from scholastic.com.

Synopsis: The New True Books have been produced to fill a very important need. Children are by nature inquisitive and these fact-filled books provide answers to many basic questions.Students use the New True Books for supplementary work in their classes. They use them to find out about special things that interest them. They read them to learn on their own. Packed with information, each fascinating book encourages children to study independently.The New…

Synopsis: The "New True Books" have been produced to fill a very important need. Children are by nature inquisitive and these fact-filled books provide answers to many basic questions.Students use the New True Books for supplementary work in their classes. They use them to find out about special things that interest them. They read them to learn on their own. Packed with information, each fascinating book encourages children to study independently.The "…

Synopsis: Discusses the history of rat attacks on humans and other animals as well as descriptions of rat species, their life cycle, and habitat.

Synopsis: Children's Press is pleased to introduce True Books for a new generation Completely redesigned for today's young, investigative reader, True Books are an indispensable addition to any collection. Each book guides the reader through the facts that nurture their need to know.The new, dynamic True Books design features: -- an inviting and interactive page format -- a readable and attractive typeface -- large, bold, and brilliant full-color…

Synopsis: "Discusses the importance of the five senses and examines the structure of the sense organs and how they work."--Title page verso.

Synopsis: When cardboard creatures come magically to life, a boy must save his town from disaster.Cam's down-and-out father gives him a cardboard box for his birthday and he knows it's the worst present ever. So to make the best of a bad situation, they bend the cardboard into a man-and to their astonishment, it comes magically to life. But the neighborhood bully, Marcus, warps the powerful cardboard into his own evil creations that threaten to destroy…

Synopsis: What are peanuts - are they peas or are they nuts? Do they grow above or below ground? Who invented peanut butter? In the same spirit as his award-winning Life and Times of the Honeybee, Charles Micucci explores one of America's most favorite and enigmatic snack foods. This fascinating picture book, with its concise, detailed text and abundant illustrations, ranging from the humorous to the scientific, offers a spirited introduction to the life…