New Releases by Bobbie Kalman

Discusses the selection, care and handling, and safety of having parakeets as pets.

Explains how desert animals get their energy from food chains.

Explains the different types of amphibians including frogs, where they live, what they eat, how they survive, and how they reproduce.

Explains how animals can change their color to hide from predators or to hide to catch their prey.

This title in an exciting series on some of children''s favorite sports introduces young readers to events in track and field.

Presents an introduction to the cultural and philosophical beliefs and practices of Native Americans.

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

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.

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.

These cute, large size rodents make great pets for children who like to interact with animals. Guinea Pigs contains full-color photographs that help demonstrate pet care.

Discusses the selection, care and handling, and safety of having goldfish as pets.

A sea turtle''s life is marked by perilous journeys--to the beach where it lays eggs and as a hatchling to the sea. In addition to its natural predators, it faces great danger from encroaching civilization. This fascinating book describes the different species, their behavior, and how people are trying to save these endangered animals.

Explains the sport of extreme motocross including safety, and competitions.

Octopuses have captivated people''s imagination for centuries. Young readers will be intrigued to discover how these tentacled animals move through water, how they hunt, how they use camouflage and other protection measures, and why octopuses are importance in oceans around the world.

Beautiful artwork helps illuminate the daily lives of the Anishinabe, or first people, also known as the Chippewa or Ojibwa. Living in the Western Great Lakes region, the Anishinabe adapted to each season by changing camp locations to better suit the changing weather. Fascinating text describes clan life, different camps for different seasons, how wigwams and other dwellings were built, hunting, clothing, celebrations, and the roles of men and women.

Explains the history and daily lives of the people of Peru, including school, work, family activities, and everyday life both in the city and the country.

This colorful cookbook offers step-by-step healthy recipes from Mexico, Thailand, Italy, China, Japan, India, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, Africa, and more. Multicultural Meals also gives children a basic understanding of nutrition and looks at the staple foods, cooking methods, and spices used by various peoples. The recipes are kid-tested and fun to make and eat! Activities and recipes include:* setting up an Italian pasta bar and Mexican fajita station* Indian curry with a twist* Thai coconut soup* oodles of Japanese noodles* Chinese lemon chicken* Moroccan couscous* and many more

Children will be delighted to learn about the games these social animals play with each other, their seeming sense of humor, and their acrobatic leaps and spins. A trip to a dolphin camp for children and a snorkeling adventure are also featured along with the do''s and don''t''s when meeting a dolphin both in captivity and in the wild.

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.

Introduces the tools, activities, and importance of the blacksmith in colonial communities.

A koala lives most of its life alone, eating and sleeping high up in the eucalyptus trees of Australia. The Life Cycle of a Koala looks at the life of this ancient marsupial and explains, life in its mother''s pouch, how it feeds, and the dangers it faces on the outside.

Well-to-do colonial women followed the fashion trends of 18th century Europe with the help of The Milliner. Beautiful color photographs and illustrations help depict old-fashioned gown and lace making, how clothing was custom made, and how laundry was done.

The complex lives of these everyday plants will amaze young readers. Close-up photos help show how seeds are produced, the role of various trees in a forest, and how trees benefit animals, people, and the environment. Kids will also find out how they can help trees in their own neighborhood.

Hibernation is one of nature''s greatest miracles, allowing animals to sleep through periods of extreme cold and heat. Interesting information describes how different animals use body fat to survive, how they can wake themselves up, and how some give birth during hibernation.

The life cycle of the butterfly, from its metamorphosis from a caterpillar to the monarch butterfly''s migration of 4,000 miles, is explained in this title. Topics including where butterflies lay their eggs, the transformation from pupa to chrysalis to butterfly, butterfly facts and activity suggestions, and more. Full-color illustrations.

Canada is a nation built around many cultures. This updated title shows how multi-culturalism helps Canadians better understand their neighbors. New full-color photographs feature festivals and more.

This fascinating book looks at many of the dwellings built by the native nations across the continent. Beautiful, detailed illustrations show the exteriors, interiors, and way of life in each lodge. Discover thatch homes and pueblos of the Southwest; plankhouses of the Northwest Coast; wigwams, longhouses, tipis; earth lodges, pit homes, hogans, and iglus.

This book introduces children to ways in which animals hide to avoid predators or hunt prey.