Beginning readers are sure to have a wild time learning about similarities and differences with the help of exotic animals! With each turn of the page, they're presented with a group of animals and are asked to find the odd one out. This allows them to pr

Albrecht Dürer was a master of many creative pursuits, including painting, engraving, and printmaking. With an artistic talent that appeared at the age of 13, Dürer began his career as an apprentice and went on to be regarded as one of the greatest Renaissance artists. This text features Dürer's fascinating biographical details as well as his most famous works, including the engravings and woodcuts that have solidified his position in history as...

Readers might be familiar with some of the works of Vincent Van Gogh. What they might not know is that he was an expressionist! The expressionists used color and painting techniques to suggest mood and emotion. An introduction to expressionism and celebrated expressionists, this book presents readers with the life and famous works of Edvard Munch, Van Gogh, Marc Chagall, and more through understandable, age-appropriate content. Each colorful spread...

The desert is home to amazing animals-from snakes that slither across the sand to camels that carry people and goods over the dunes. Readers learn fun facts about these cool creatures and the biome they call home in this fresh take on a common science curriculum topic. Basic information is paired with a wide variety of enjoyable activities. Word puzzles, matching games, and even a simple quiz are included, along with a helpful answer key that allows...

Actors are some of the most glamorous people on a movie set. They often make what they do look so easy, but there's much more to acting than meets the eye. Young thespians will read all about the many aspects of acting in this motivating book, including how to cry on cue, memorize lines, and learn accents. Future action stars will even learn about doing their own stunts. Photographs of actors on the job and sidebars and tips make this volume a beneficial...

Rocks and minerals are the building blocks of our world, but there's a huge and fascinating variety of these materials, from the roundest gray pond rock to the most brilliant and sparkly diamond. Readers will learn about all manner of rocks and minerals, as well as their properties, types, and uses. Color photos and diagrams allow curious geologists in training to study rocks and minerals in detail, while hands-on activities and projects will encourage...

Dragons, mermaids, and other creatures from the worlds of myth and fantasy have been sparking the imaginations of children for generations. Today's young readers are able to learn fun facts and take part in engaging activities related to these fantastical

Travel back in time to ancient Britain, a region loaded with archaeological finds that have been instrumental in our understanding of the past. This volume explores ancient Britain's most exciting archaeological digs and discoveries. Readers are introduced to this area's history, characteristics, and importance, and then are treated to detailed text and full-color photographs of important artifacts. The text is organized chronologically, helping students...

What's the difference is between a planet and a moon? What exactly is a planet? How did the moon form and how does it affect Earth? This book explores one of our most familiar nighttime sights, the moon. Readers will love discovering the answers to these often-asked questions. Easy-to-understand diagrams and fact-filled text help explain concepts in an age-appropriate and fun way. Hands-on science projects let readers complete their own engaging experiments,...

Each of us can do various things to take part in helping out at home. Young children are shown helping wash the car, walk the dog, wash the dishes, feed the cat, and water the plants.