A brilliant introduction to the importance of paleontology, which illustrates with fun captions and photographs how fossils show us the ways in which our species and others have evolved over millions of years.

Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, religions, culture, sports, arts, and people of Kansas.

"Introduces the reader to different types of rocks"-- Provided by publisher.

"Did you know that many deep-sea fish make their own light? This amazing ability is called bioluminescence. Some dangle a lighted lure to find prey, while others glow to scare off predators or attract mates. Look inside to learn all about bioluminescent deep-sea fish-and get ready for a glow show! This book includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and a feature about related glowing creatures"--

Feyre survived Amarantha's clutches to return to the Spring Court, but at a steep cost. Though she now has the powers of the High Fae, her heart remains human, and it can't forget the terrible deeds she performed to save Tamlin's people. Nor has Feyre forgotten her bargain with Rhysand, High Lord of the feared Night Court. As Feyre navigates its dark web of politics, passion, and dazzling power, a greater evil looms and she might be key to stopping...

A retelling of Charles Perrault's classic tale of Cinderella, who, in her haste to flee the palace before the fairy godmother's magic loses effect, leaves behind a glass slipper.

When Charmain is asked to housesit for Great Uncle William, the Royal Wizard of Norland, she is ecstatic to get away from her parents, but finds that his house is much more than it seems.

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of hippopotamuses, the large African mammals. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why hippos live mostly in water"--

"Through carefully leveled text and powerful images, explores ramps a useful simple machine"--