Best Selling Books by Bobbie Kalman

Discusses cultural differences in food, music, clothing, sports, and holidays around the world.

Looks at India''s religions, arts, crafts, festivals, wedding traditions, performing arts, and cuisine.

This book discusses the religious beliefs, traditional arts, customs, fine arts, and festivals of Japan.

Nature is full of patterns. Patterns are made up of shapes such as spots, stripes, circles, triangles, and combinations of these. Colors play a big part in patterns as well. Bobbie Kalmans new book helps explain how some patterns help camouflage animals or scare predators away, and how certain patterns seem to appear everywhere in nature! For example, spirals can be seen in the formation of flower petals, the construction of many seashells, in ocean waves, and in hurricanes.

Introduces the importance of water to all life on earth.

Throughout history, many Native Americans have achieved greatness. Famous Native Americans explores the lives of several of these exceptional men and women. Clearly-written text augmented by maps, illustrations, historic photographs, and paintings helps children understand:* the life stories of historical and present-day famous Native American men and women, including leaders, warriors, peacemakers, and artists* the issues and challenges faced by the individuals and the nation to which they belonged

Describes how forest animals get their energy from food chains.

Full-color photographs and simple text introduce young readers to the concepts of big and small.

This informative book introduces young readers to the defining characteristics of the various groups of animals that make up the animal kingdom. The bodies of many animals, including several types of mammals, fish, reptiles, birds, and arthropods, are described in concise and easy-to-understand text. Full-color illustrations and amazing photographs help children begin to realize the vastness of the animal kingdom.

Shows how different animals grow and change.

Ages 6 to 10 years. Animals are classified in different ways. These concepts can be difficult for young students to understand. Most books simply define these terms, but this new series illustrates clearly what they mean. As a former teacher, Bobbie Kalman explains these concepts thoroughly and logically in a way that children can easily understand. Set includes: What is a Carnivore; What is a Herbivore; What is a Vertebrate; What is an Omnivore.

Introduces the physiology, habitats, feeding, and behavior of different types of whales and discusses whale watching.

The Life Cycle of a Butterfly explains in simple terms the transformation from pupa to chrysalis to butterfly. Beautifully illustrated, the book also takes a close up look at the caterpillar, one of nature''s eating machines" and shows why monarchs fly 4,000 miles after metamorphosis.

Take a nostalgic tour of the Colonial Home of the 1600s and 1700s. Get a glimpse of the kitchen, the fireplace, the bedchamber, and outbuildings. Tour a plantation and its slave quarters and find out how metal and bricks were made.

Discusses cultural similarities and differences around the world.

"Children learn how to make the connection between themselves and other living things, including plants, animals and insects" Cf. Our choice, 1999-2000

Pictures and text introduce cubs and kittens, their bodies, life cycle, and habitats.

Young readers are introduced to the concept of habitats in this colorful book. Each spread describes a different habitat and the animals that live there. Children will learn about habitats in forests, deserts, grasslands, wetlands, on mountains, and in the Arctic and Antarctic. An activity asks readers to use what they have learned to match photos of habitats with their habitat names.

This delightful book shows children the ways in which mammals are different from other living things. Fascinating examples are featured, from mammals that lay eggs or have a pouch to human beings.

Discusses colors found in nature.

It''s no secret that skateboarding is one of the coolest sports around. Top skaters are the subjects of video games, magazines, custom clothing, and even rock songs! Extreme Skateboarding reveals skateboarding culture and its history describing* the basics of a skateboard* different styles of skating* stars and their signature tricks* tips on improving skills

These busy men and women are called upon to put out fires and rescue people and animals. They are the heroes of today''s world. Children will be thrilled to learn about the equipment firefighters use, their methods of dealing with disasters, and the ways they can teach us to be safer in our homes and in our communities.

Pictures and text introduce bear cubs, their bodies, what they eat and their habitats.

Learn about the characteristics, origins, formation, and uses of rivers.

All life on Earth depends on the water cycle! The Water Cycle is a fascinating book that introduces children to this important cycle using a clear, step-by step approach. Kids will learn about how different processes, including evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and run-off, work together to move water from the ground to the air and then back down again. Full-color diagrams and beautiful images accompany clear text to help make the water cycle come alive for kids as they learn - How plants contribute to the water cycle through transpiration - How water trapped underground for thousands of years remains part of the water cycle - The importance of water to all living things - Ways in which people can help protect Earth''s water and keep it clean Teacher''s guide available.

Children will love the comical photographs of animals in different hip-hop dance positions! Dancing lemurs, bunnies, chimpanzees, and elephants groove to a simple rhyme pattern in this entertaining book. Children are asked to choose the hip-hop animal they think is the best dancer, as well as the animal or group of animals having the most fun. Teacher''s guide available.

Explains the changing seasons and how they affect plant and animal lives as well as humans.

Discusses choosing a poodle, the history of the breed, puppy care, grooming, training, and more.

The world''s largest tropical rain forest and the world''s longest mountain range are both found on the continent of South America. This beautiful new book introduces children to the fascinating physical and social geography of South America including the continent''s countries; major landforms and bodies of water; and people, plants, and animals in the rain forests, grasslands, and deserts.

Puppies are lots of fun, but they also need lots of care to stay healthy. Puppies introduces children to everything they need to know about being great dog owners.

This beautifully illustrated book looks at Christmas traditions of the late 19th and early 20th centuries that have become a big part of how Christmas is celebrated today. Topics include how Santa came to be, the use of candles, why angels are a part of Christmas, Santa''s workshop, elves and reindeer, parades, and much more.

Animals hide to avoid being eaten or to sneak up on animals they want to eat. This amazing book introduces children to some basic science concepts. Fascinating photographs feature animals that can change color, or that have different shapes and patterns, so that they can blend into their surroundings. A special section also features animals that do not need to hide.

This book makes a complicated subject easy to understand. Through captivating photographs, Bobbie Kalman shows how some animals regulate their body temperatures in different ways, such as by shivering or panting, flapping their wings, or swimming in different parts of oceans.

Photographs and simple text introduce young readers to the physical characteristics, behaviors, habitat, and life cycle of butterflies.

Kids will love learning about themselves in this alphabetical exploration of all the things that make individuals special. Fun, full-color photos reinforce concepts associated with the body, personality, family, and friendship.

Describes the physical characteristics of skates and rays, where they can be found, what they eat, and how they survive.

Describes different underground habitats and the animals living in underground homes.

Animals are classified in different ways. These concepts can be difficult for young students to understand. Most books simply define these terms, but this new series illustrates clearly what they mean. As a former teacher, Bobbie Kalman explains these concepts thoroughly and logically in a way that children can easily understand.