Melissa Stewart

The earth -- and everything on it -- needs water. But lately, it's been unusually sunny, warm, and dry. The weather anchor announces that your area is experiencing a drought! Where do droughts happen? How do we know that we are in a drought? Why is rainfall important? Do droughts just affect people? Can scientists keep track of rainfall? Read and find out! This book is full of activities, like how to measure rainfall, how to visualize how much of...

"Winds whip. Waves crash. Rain pours down. A superstorm moves across the ocean and gets closer and closer to land. Hurricane watch! Read and find out how hurricanes form, how scientists track the storms, and what you can do to keep yourself safe if one strikes. With colorful illustrations from Taia Morley and engaging text from Melissa Stewart, Hurricane Watch is a look into a powerful natural disaster"--

"Did you know that almost a third of the world's 1,300 species of bats are in serious trouble? The latest, updated edition of a teacher and classroom favorite with two brand new illustrations and spotlights on vanishing species and how we can help. Perfect for budding scientists, environmentalists, and nature lovers"--

"Estivation is just like hibernation--only it happens in summer instead of winter. Why do some animals settle into cool, snug spots and sink into a summertime sleep? Because it's too hot for their bodies to function, or their food is in short supply. Some estivating animals sleep in groups; others rest alone. Some go on a long journey before they slumber; others hunker down right at home. From the pixie frog to the spotted turtle to the desert hedgehog,...

Describes what are meteorites, and where do they come from?

"Young naturalists meet sixteen birds in this elegant introduction to the many uses of feathers."-- "Feathers aren't just for flying. They can also protect a bird's skin like sunscreen, attract attention like fancy jewelry, or even distract a predator like a bullfighter's cape. Meet sixteen birds, from the sleek emperor penguin to the fluffed-up blue jay, and discover just how positively practical feathers can be" --

"Provides information for readers about a bee's home, food, and body"--Provided by publisher.

"Provides information for readers about a butterfly's home, food, and body"--Provided by publisher.

"Learn about the planets in our solar system, the Kuiper Belt, asteroids, and more. Read jokes about all of these topics, and learn how to write your own"--

Do your readers know that hippos have their ears on top of their heads? Or, that the African elephant has the biggest ears of any animal? Readers learn how animals use their ears to stay safe.