Most Popular Books by Bobbie Kalman

New Topics: The Three Gorges Dam on the Yangzi, is the world''s largest. Construction has displaced many people but it is hoped the dam will tame the river''s annual floods and provide hydro-electric power. China''s booming economy and the reforms that have happened in the past 10 years. The status of Hong Kong and Taiwan.

Describes the life cycle of different animals, including koalas, whales, birds, snakes, fish, and spiders.

This important book looks at the kinds of disasters that may force people to leave their homes and move into shelters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, fires, and earthquakes. It gives information about what to pack in disaster supply kits and how to evacuate home and communities. Author Bobbie Kalman recounts her experiences as a nine-year-old refugee who lived in a number of shelters, and suggests ways that organizations or individual families can help lessen the stresses of living in shelters.

Biomes are the major communities of plants and animals in our world. Children will love learning about life in everything from the chilly arctic tundra biome to dry, grassy savannahs.

Mountains cover almost one-quarter of the Earth''s surface and are on every continent and are also found in the oceans.

Being sick can be a scary experience, but hospital workers can make children feel better. These knowledgeable community helpers include doctors, surgeons, emergency medical technicians, diagnostic imaging technologists, pharmacists, lab technicians, therapists, and many more important hospital workers. Children will be fascinated by the roles these people play in helping them get well and stay healthy.

Russia''s rich and colorful history comes to life in this book. New topics include: the new architecture of a growing state (new post-Communist office buildings and opulent homes of the newly rich); Russia''s surviving circus tradition; communications changes...television and film and rock music.

The Arctic Habitat provides children with an introduction to this cold, vast region. Easy-to-read text and colorful photographs help show how plants and animals have adapted to the harsh environment.

A brief introduction to insects, discussing their characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and predators.

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

Kids will be intrigued to learn about a cat''s body--built for grace, strength, and speed--its behavior, and the lifestyles of large and small cats. Full-color illustrations and stunning wildlife photography accompany interesting information on the relationship between cats and their kittens, the similarities and differences between large and small cats, and cats that are in danger of vanishing.

Judo in Action takes kids into the exciting world of judo techniques and tactics. Kids will be fascinated to learn about the history, etiquette, and inventive moves of judo. Bright photos and exciting text help bring to life the throws, holds, and locks of this energetic martial art.

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

Examines aspects of Vietnamese society, including family ties, types of homes, city and village life, clothing, language, employment, ethnic minorities, and leisure activities.

Describes the geography, natural resources, trade and industry, cities, people, transportation, agriculture, and environment of Peru.

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.

Wetlands are found all over North America. They are a vibrant habitat for thousands of plant and animal species. Colorful photographs help teach children about A Wetland Habitat.

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.

Examines the many facets of trees, one of our most valuable natural resources.

The Primary Ecology Series focuses on instilling in children a deep respect for the living world. Students will take part in composting and learn why water, air, and even color are so essential to life. Children will understand the connection between themselves and other living and non-living things.

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 how desert animals get their energy from food chains.

An amazing multitude of living things thrive in grasslands such as prairies. In A Grassland Habitat, children will learn about prairie weather, complex underground homes,how animals stay safe.

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.

The Life Cycle of a Snake describes the growth and development of these amazing reptiles from birth to maturity. Full-color images help show why snakes hibernate, how baby snakes hatch, the differences between poisonous and non-poisonous species, and how snakes capture prey.

Discusses rain forests and the three levels of the food chain therein.

Meet some of the animals that may live in your own yard.

Introduces plant life, specific types such as carnivorous and parasitic plants, and concepts such as single cells, germination, and photosynthesis.

Describes how animals adapt to survive, discussing camouflage, mimicry, poisons, defense, adaptations to weather, feeding, and mating.

Introduces various kinds of amphibians, describing their physiology, behavior, habitats, and life cycles.

New: the growth of the Chinese film industry, Chinese cuisine; immigration (the Chinese who live abroad); How the growth of the economy has created a new wealthy class within the communist state. Capitalism without democracy.

What makes birds different from other animals? Do all birds fly? How are the bodies of birds different? Where do they live and how do they build their nests? These questions are answered in this fascinating new book on what makes a bird.

Describes the variety of India''s land and people, its cities and villages, agriculture, industry and transportation, the problems of development, and its animal life.

Learn about all different kinds of marine mammals and how to make your own blubber for some added fun.

Introduces the importance of water to all life on earth.

Explains the general biological reasons why people are considered living things, and more specifically, human beings.

Introduces different kinds of domestic dogs, their behavior, physiology, uses, diet, and young.

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