Dana Meachen Rau

Introduces the geography, topography, climate, flora, and fauna of the continent of Antarctica. Geography of the World introduces students to the major geographic features of our planet. With original maps and brilliant photographs, each book answers basic questions about how each geographic area developed, what makes it unique, and which plants, animals, and people live there today. Special features include a current-events time line, a detailed...

Learn how to build birdhouses with these fun activities.

Recipes from China includes a variety of recipes for each meal of the day and represents different regions of the country. Information on how to read a recipe, safety in the kitchen, and daily nutritional requirements are also included. Quick tips and variations as well as considerations for dietary restrictions round out each recipe.

This book looks at the story of money from the bartering systems of long ago to today's types of currency. Readers will be challenged to imagine a time, when money wasn't used, and value was assessed through trade and bartering. Students will also, enjoy activities that celebrate the narrative and newfound facts.

From piggy banks to saving accounts, there are countless places to save money. This book teaches young readers how a bank operates. Topics include how to open a savings account, how a savings account earns interest, and why banks make loans. Readers also learn how to use their very own bankbook, and are taken inside a bank's vault to see where people keep their valuable possessions.

Learn how to carve pumpkins with these fun activities.

One of our earliest introductions to saving money is through the classic piggy bank. Saving money is a life skill that is good to hone and practice at any age, especially during our youth. This book shares the secrets of earning and saving money. It explores savings accounts and investing, and includes fact boxes and activities to continue the learning experience long after the book is returned to the shelf.

Color photographs, charts, and illustrations help your readers understand the workings of the brain. Readers will be treated to a wealth of visual information and a compelling narrative.

For young readers, it's important to understand how their body works and why they should take care of it with good food and exercise. This book teaches readers how their stomach takes the food they eat and begins the process of turning it into the nutrients their body needs.

This book teaches readers how the lungs fill with air and give the body the oxygen it needs to live and play.