Kathy Furgang
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
This book explores the life of Pope Francis, a Roman Catholic pope of many firsts. He is the first Jesuit pope, the first from the Americas, and even the first from the Southern Hemisphere. This thoughtful and insightful book discusses the pope's early life as Jorge Mario Bergoglio and his work as a chemical technologist and nightclub bouncer before studying to become a priest. The book's focus will be on his concern for and work with the poor, and...
3) Canyons
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"How were some of the world's most magnificent canyons formed? It's a long story that goes back millions of years. This compelling book about Earth's canyons provides students with the geological basics that will spark their interest in the forces of wind and water over time. Color photographs and fun facts enhance the engaging text, which allows readers to travel the world learning how some of the most familiar canyons formed. They'll also explore...
4) Volcanoes
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Most volcanoes just look like mountains--until bam, they erupt with either smoke and ash or lava. Engaging and accessible text describes and illustrates some of the most common ways that volcanoes form and erupt. Readers will be able to see how the earth's crust moves as plates, revealing the fierce activity of the layer below. Diagrams and cross-sections of volcanic activity make the subject clear and easy to grasp. In a simple follow-up activity,...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Beluga whales spend much of the year swimming in the chilly waters of the Arctic Ocean. How do they do it? Readers discover fascinating facts and details with this informative book about one of the most adaptive animals on Earth. Color photographs accompany the simple narrative as it describes the whales' diet, behaviors, and physical adaptations. Young explorers will find out how beluga whales communicate with each other, what they eat, and how they...
7) Arctic foxes
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
The Arctic fox makes its home in one of the most brutal environments in the world. So how does it survive? Readers discover the many ways that these amazing animals adapt and thrive in the Arctic. Full-color photographs and fast facts enhance the narrative as readers learn about the Arctic fox's diet, behaviors, and adaptations, from its extra-warm pelt to its sharp hunting instincts. At the end of the book, readers are invited to explore this cool...
8) Mountains
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"We often look at mountains as something beautiful to admire. It's not as often that we wonder how they formed. This clear and informative book describes the processes that created mountains over time. The book examines plate movements along faults, volcanic activity, and other actions that have formed Earth's mountains over billions of years. Photos, diagrams, and step-by-step explanations guide readers to a deeper understanding of the processes...
9) Flower girl
Author
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
Description
Anna isn't happy when she learns that she will be a flower girl in Aunt Julie's wedding, until she looks at wedding photographs and tries on Grandma's veil.
10) My brain
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2001.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Describes the different parts of the brain and how they function.
13) My lungs
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2001]
Language
English
Description
Describes the parts of the lungs and respiratory system, how they function, and problems that can affect them.
15) My heart
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2001.
Language
English
Description
Describes the parts, activities, and functions of the human heart and circulatory system and problems that may develop there.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Meet the woman behind the cape, tiara, and wrist bands. Wonder Woman actress Gal Gadot has a life as fascinating as the Amazonian princess she plays on the big screen. This captivating biography examines the influential life of former Miss Israel and combat trainer in the Israeli Defense Forces. From her Hollywood acting debut in Fast and Furious films to her domination of the DC Extended Universe, Gal Gadot has charmed audiences around the world...
19) Wildfires
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Learn about wildfires and how firefighters fight them.
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