A simple introduction to the appearance, growth, habits, and behavior of starfish.

Explains how and why a thunderstorm occurs and gives safety steps to follow when lightning is flashing.

A brief study of the first creatures on earth to develop voices and an aversion to dry skin.

Briefly introduces various types of dinosaurs whose skeletons and reconstructions are seen in museums and explains how scientists uncover, preserve, and study fossilized dinosaur bones.

Discusses some of the ideas and misconceptions about life in outer space and speculates on the existence of such life in light of recent space explorations.

Introduces the concept of air, its presence in our world, and its importance to the environment.

Traces the life and career of the young Canadian actor whose move to the United States brought him enormous success in television and films.

Examines the life and career of the motion picture actor and director.

Sight and smell, taste and hearing and touch?our senses teach us about our world. Discover how you use your five senses in this classic Level 1 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out picture book from beloved author-illustrator Aliki. Aliki's simple, engaging text and colorful artwork show young readers how they use their senses to smell a rose or play with a puppy. Now rebranded with a new cover look, this bestselling picture book invites young readers to use...

Introduces teeth, describing how many we have at various stages of life, why they fall out, and what they do.