Joanne Mattern

Presents information on jobs that are thought to be disgusting, such as that of a sewer worker, portable toilet cleaner, and crime scene cleaner. Includes fact boxes, color photographs and diagrams, critical thinking activities, a glossary, and additional resources.

"Simple text and photographs present rhinoceroses, how they look, where they live, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the Siamese cat breed.

Presents the athletic biography of LeBron James, including his career as a high school and professional basketball player.

Describes the history, physical features, and care of the Persian cat breed.

"Simple text and photographs present orangutans, how they look, where they live, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.

If the groundhog sees its shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter. Moss grows only on the north side of a tree. No two snowflakes are alike. You may have heard these common sayings or beliefs before. But are they really true? Can they be proven using science? Let's investigate seventeen statements about Earth, weather, and the environment and find out which ones are right, which ones are wrong, and which ones still stump scientists!

Provides an overview of the country of China, including its geographical location and features, history, people and culture, politics, and economy. Includes a recipe, craft, timeline, glossary, and list of further resources.

Discusses the fact that curiosity has led many people to seek advice from fortune tellers, mystics, and psychics, while some religious figures believe their powers and writings came directly from God. Some of the predictions are still out there and only time will tell if they will come true.

"In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of India. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry"--