Beloved author of the classic The Great Kapok Tree, Lynne Cherry explores the true story of the Nashua River in Massachusetts in this nonfiction picture book about restoration, renewal, and environ…
What are rock strata? How do people grow food in mountain areas? How does mining change mountain landscapes? Landscapes and People explores the landforms that make up the world around us. This titl…
What are coral islands? How do people live on the island of St. Lucia? Why might some islands disappear under the sea? Landscapes and People explores the landforms that make up the world around us.…
Introduces haiku through a collection of ten simple poems while exploring the diversity and beauty of a Japanese garden as one leaf, three miniature bonsai trees, and other plants and garden treasu…
Get ready for a walk on the wild side through every continent on Earth! Kids can discover the animal kingdom like never before in Lonely Planet Kids' The Animal Book, a beautiful encyclopedia fe…
Dangerous! Whose bite is worse: an ant or a shark? How vicious can a lizard be? Is there a venomous snake tall enough to stare you in the eye? Can you eat a poisonous fish -- and live? Ready to mee…
In "Extreme Nature Q&A" Check out cool Smithsonian websites and exhibits throughout the book Meet a Smithsonian Specialist See fabulous close-up photos Read extremely fun facts about nature
As Miss Jellaby takes her class on a nature walk through the jungle, Tim tries to tell her they are being followed by a very hungry boa constrictor. But Miss Jellaby doesn't listen until it's almos…
A village girl in India inspires the women around her to save their beloved forest. One day Aani is resting against her favorite tree when she hears the unfamiliar roar of trucks. She alerts the vi…
Even young children are eager to help the environment — and here is a bright, inviting novelty book that offers simple ways to make a difference. Do you remember to turn off the tap while you bru…