Juvenile Nonfiction 95

What are the warning signs that a tsunami is on the way? Can scientists predict earthquakes? How do volcanoes form? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this nonfiction companion to "High Tide in Hawaii." Illustrations.続きを見る

This book is a simple retelling of the story of Jesus' birth, childhood, and teachings.続きを見る

Seven-year-old Louis Armstrong was too poor to buy a real horn. He didn't even go to school. To help his mother pay the rent, Louis had a job. Every day he rode a junk wagon through the streets of New Orleans, playing his tin horn and collecting stuff people didn't want. Then one day the junk wago……続きを見る

These "Thomas & Friends" journeys are filled with 64 pages of coloring activities and more than 700 stickers! This is one ride around the Island of Sodor boys ages 3-7 won't want to miss!続きを見る

Eighty feet below the ocean's surface, Wayne Grover hears a clicking sound. Soon he sees three dolphins--two adults and a baby--swimming toward him. A large fishing hook is embedded in the baby's back, and suddenly Wayne realizes that, in their own way, the dolphins are asking for his help.続きを見る

Text and detailed drawings follow the planning and construction of a magnificent Gothic cathedral in the imaginary French town of Chutreaux during the thirteenth century.続きを見る

A capybara is a real animal. It is the largest existing rodent and looks something like a giant guinea pig, to which it is related. Normally the capybara lives near the rivers and lakes of South America, but this one lived with the Peet family.続きを見る

Here is an unforgettable visit with American young people of the 19th-centuryAmerican West. What they did. Where they lived. What it was like. Fascinatingphotos document the story.続きを見る

The intriguing story of Eleanor Roosevelt told by an award-winning author traces the life of the former first lady, from her early childhood through the tumultuous years in the White House to her active role in the founding of the United Nations after World War II. 140 photos.続きを見る

This witty and informative salute to the honeybee uses clear, lively text and detailed full-color illustrations to present a wide range of interesting and sometimes amusing, facts about the life cycle, work, and history of one of the world's most useful insects. Full color.続きを見る

A blend on fiction and nonfiction, this work chronicles one year in the lives of the imaginary Robinson family. The stories illuminate not only pioneer farm life, but everyday situations that occur in any era. Illustrated historical notes enlarge on the social history and describe activities relat……続きを見る

Humans have long regarded owls with a mixture of fear and fascination. Since most owls are nocturnal, and many live in remote habitats, they were not well studied until the past two decades. Packed with accurate information, this book covers owl classification and history, habitat and life cycle. ……続きを見る

Butterflies" uses life-like illustrations to help young naturalists make accurate identifications. The straightforward design helps ensure the success of beginners. Color photos and illustrations.続きを見る

Exciting text and colorful illustrations and photos describe the physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitats of a variety of caterpillars, arranged by the categories "Smooth", "Bumpy", "Sluglike", "Horned", "Hairy", "Bristly", and "Spiny".続きを見る

Ideal for fans of Redwall, this collection contains dozens of recipes--from Abbot's Special Abbey Trifle to Summer Strawberry Fizz--that turn young hands into seasoned chefs. Full color.続きを見る

The team that created "So You Want to be an Inventor?" is back with another spirited and witty look at history. This new version of the Caldecott-winning classic by illustrator David Small and author Judith St. George is updated with current facts and new illustrations to include America's 43rd pr……続きを見る

Drawing on the explorers' journals and other primary sources, this book recounts the story of the Lewis and Clark expedition, exploring the uncharted western wilderness, placing it in its historical context. Includes historic prints, maps, photos, chronology, bibliography, and further reading lists.続きを見る

Vivid firsthand descriptions by persons who lived through the 1871 Chicago fire are woven into a gripping account... Absorbing and riveting reading." The Horn Book, starred review続きを見る

Young readers are introduced to one of opera's most important singers, known for her historic 1939 concert at the Lincoln Memorial which drew an integrated crowd of over 75,000 in pre-Civil Rights America. Full color.続きを見る

Sharon Robinson shares memories of her famous father in this warm loving biography of the man who broke the color barrier in baseball. Jackie Robinson was an outstanding athlete, a devoted family man and a dedicated civil rights activist.続きを見る

Tang, a lifelong lover of math, shares the techniques that have helped him solve problems in the most creative ways. Briggs's vibrant and inviting illustrations create a perfect environment for these innovative games.続きを見る

This beginner's guide to fingerspelling and sign language contains the sign for each letter of the alphabet along with signs for words that begin with each letter.続きを見る

This Bible features stories from the Old and New Testament including: Genesis, Noah and the Flood, Exodus, Daniel in the Lion's Den, The Story of Queen Esther, The Nativity, Jesus the Teacher, Jesus Comes to Jerusalem, and many more illustrated in full color.続きを見る

Baby's first Read and Learn Bible features eight timeless stories from the Old and New Testament. Illustrated in full color, this title offers a perfect introduction to the Bible for the youngest of children.続きを見る

With charming, colorful illustrations, the "My First Read and Learn Book of Prayers" helps children discover the beauty of prayer and form the lifelong habit of praying. An ideal gift for Easter, this is a keepsake that children will treasure for years.続きを見る

This book explains that the best way to beat a stronger opponent (whether a friend, a clubmate, or even Dad) is in the opening stages of the game and shows the 50 most effective opening traps that chess masters use to win games.続きを見る

With clear, concise text and dramatic, full-color photographs, Simon investigates one of nature's most powerful and dramatic phenomena, from its origins to what you can do to detect and stay safe during a tornado.続きを見る