This book explains how many sides a snowflake usually has, how polar bears stay warm, when snow can be dangerous, and what sports are fun in the snow.

Text and detailed illustrations introduce the dinosaurs, from their evolving from reptiles called archosaurs (230 million years ago) to their extinction 65 million years ago.

"Eruption! is a beautifully designed reader all about these dramatic natural features of our world. Children will love to find out how volcanoes are formed; the damage - and the good - they do; where the best places are to see an eruption; and how to build their own model volcano."

Retells stories from religions around the world, arranged in such categories as "Creation Stories," "Flood Stories," and "Animal Stories."

"Beginning with a sunset and ending at dawn, Through the Night Sky shines a light on the magical events taking place in the darkness above."--Provided by publisher.

Highlights religious customs, basic beliefs, history, and key figures and prophets.

An introduction to piranhas that discusses what they look like, where they live, what they eat, how they protect themselves, and how they take care of their young.

Takes a look at forces of nature and considers what happens when earthquakes strike, volcanoes erupt, and geysers gush.

Presents an overview of the civilization of Ancient Rome and discusses its impact on Western society.