A Halloween-themed story finds Sally and Nick frightened by a colony of tiny cave bats before learning that most bats are harmless.

One day, bored little Fish journeys up to the surface of the ocean where it meets Sun, and a wonderful friendship blooms... Only, right in the middle of their fun, Sun starts to set!

This book tells about the geography, daily life, and culture of Venezuela.

"There's just one rule on Sid's bus: no fuss. But then the children and animals climb on board, things get out of control! This story includes age-appropriate text and a reading comprehension activity to support emerging readers"--

Follows the struggles of two youngsters who, when revisited by the mischievous Cat, are subjected to an army of Little Cats and an ever-spreading pink mess.

Neville is essentially the last man on earth, and the loneliness of his situation is the central part of the story. Matheson is able to communicate Neville's emotional feelings vividly, making him very real. We gradually acquire the story of the deaths of Neville's wife and daughter, essentially experiencing the pain he goes through when these memories overcome him. We watch him drink himself into a stupor as each night finds him besieged in his fortified...

This book tells about the geography, daily life, and culture of Iceland.

This book describes pandas and their behavior.

Truck Trouble is a beautifully designed reader about the troubles of a truck driver making special deliveries -- will the parcels get there on time? Children will find out about a truck driver's day, from loading parcels to getting through traffic and thunderstorms to making someone's day with a special parcel!

Simple text and photographs introduce chimpanzees, including their physical characteristics and behavior.