Nadia Higgins

Crack-boom-ba-boom-boom! It's a thunderstorm! Easy-to-read text explains the how thunderstorms form, what causes thunder and lightning, and how scientists track thunderstorms. Diagrams, thunderstorm facts, and a glossary provide additional information for use in classrooms.

A tour through Montana's Glacier National Park introduces the park's flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. Glaciers, Lake McDonald, and Going-to-the-Sun Road are all discussed. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and sidebars, detailed maps, map legends, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an index.

A tour through Florida's Everglades National Park introduces the park's flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. The Coe Visitor Center, various trails, and Miccosukee and Seminole influences are all discussed. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and sidebars, detailed maps, map legends, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an index.

"You are the mighty Greek hero Perseus. To save your mother you must battle Medusa, a deadly monster with snakes for hair and a gaze that could turn you to stone. You will also face magical nymphs and dangerous creatures on your journey. Do you have what it takes to survive and save your mother? Become one of the great heroes from Greek mythology. How will you survive against deadly monsters, one-eyed giants, and powerful gods? You choose how the...

"Engaging images accompany information about Area 51. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--