Jonathan Reckford, the CEO of Habitat for Humanity, has seen time and again the powerful benefits that arise when people from all walks of life work together to help one another. In this uplifting book, he shares true stories of people involved with Habitat as volunteers and future homeowners who embody seven timeless virtues--kindness, community, empowerment, joy, respect, generosity, and service--and shows how we can all practice these to improve...

A brief introduction to deer, describing their physical characteristics, habitats, young, food, predators, and relationship to people.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of beavers.

"This easy reader introduces five animals and their habitats. A lion, reindeer, camel, sea lion, and tiger are presented through peekaboolike circles under the heading, "What am I?" A page turn reveals the full creature: "I am a lion. Where am I?" Turn the page again and two lionesses are shown sitting in a grassland. The simple questions repeat for each creature."--School Library Journal.

This book briefly examines the behaviors and habitat of the killer whale. Introduces killer whales, discussing their physical characteristics, diet, habitats, and status as an endangered species.

Introduces the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the prehistoric relative of modern-day Indian elephant.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of owls, nocturnal birds that can live twenty-five to thirty years. Includes an activity which demonstrates how owls see.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of blacktip reef sharks.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of the skunk, a member of the weasel family.

This book briefly examines the behavior and habitats of the parrot.