Most Popular Books by Bobbie Kalman

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

The wondrously complex and diverse ecosystems found in forests around the world are made accessible to young readers in What are Forests? Intricate relationships and concepts are simplified and illuminated with clearly written text and beautiful color photographs. Children will learn to appreciate: - the many types of forests found across the globe - the connected elements that make up a forest ecosystem - the wide range of plant and animal species that live in different forests - the importance of forests to the rest of the Earth

With so many species competing for food, animals have developed fascinating methods of finding the food that keeps them fat and happy. How do animals find food? lets children in on such techniques as pack and solitary hunting, and poisonous animals.

Starting with the sun, food chains link together plants and animals in various ecosystems to help them survive. Kids will be fascinated by these chains and their own links to the natural world.

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.

These busy insects have intrigued people of all ages for thousands of years. The Life Cycle of a Honeybee describes each stage of a honeybee's life cycle from egg to adult. Fascinating full-color photographs and easy-to-understand text will delight young readers.

Describes ways in which marine mammals have adapted to ocean habitats, including physiology, reproduction, diet, and other behavior.

Describes the origins of Christmas celebrations and traditions and how they differ throughout the world. Includes games, crafts, songs, customs, and interesting facts from various countries.

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

Introduces the physical characteristics, behaviors, habitat, and life cycle of a baby horse.

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.

Discusses plants that grow in different habitats, how they survive, their importance to the ecosystem.

Introduces the different types of land habitats that exist around the world and the various animals that live in them, including pandas, elephants, and bats.

Explains what monkeys are endangered, how they got that way, and how humans can help prevent their extinction.

Investigates some types of wetlands, including swamps, salt marshes, bogs, and flood plains; the many plants and animals that live in wetlands; and the threats to these ecosystems.

Kids Perform Circus Arts shows exciting pictures of ordinary children performing extraordinary circus acts at camp, school, and on vacation, while explaining the work behind their feats.

Discusses the relationship between the earth and the sun.

Invertebrates do not have backbones or internal skeletons, but some have hard coverings. Invertebrates are weird and wonderful creatures that come in every shape and color imaginable! Children will love the exciting photos!

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of the main types of marsupials and the differences between them and placental mammals, including reproduction, gestation, and birth.

Covers the geography, climate and peoples of the arctic featuring ways, illustrations, photographs and a glossary. Suitable grades 2-8.

Text and colorful illustrations highlight life in the 19th century.

Despite its immense strength, the elephant is a timid creature that uses its power only to defend itself against predators. Kids will be fascinated by these gentle pachyderms and will discover how they use their trunks, the herd's social structure, and the threat posed by poachers and the ivory trade.

This concise overview of the seven continents explains to children what a continent is and what factors make each continent unique, such as landforms, climate, animals, and people. Full-color photographs and age-appropriate maps accompany each brief examination of a continent.

Explains the structure of the food chain (composed of plants and animals) in a savanna habitat.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and behaviour of emperor penguins as well as threats they face and what can be done to help them.

The Western Great Lakes region was once home to many Algonkian-speaking nations, including the Anishinabe, Menominee, Sauk, and Fox. For hundreds of years, these peoples thrived in the Great Lakes woodlands, relying on nature's bounty for their survival. This fascinating new book describes cultural similarities and differences between these nations, their homes, hunting and farming practices, and the importance of family.

The Southwest region has been home to many Native groups, such as the Apache, Comanche, Hopi, Navajo, Zuni. Vivid images and detailed text describe their different dwellings, nomadic and sedentary lifestyles, families and society, the arts and crafts for which this region is famous, and the effects of contact with Europeans and Americans.

Describes the lives and cultures of the Indians of southeast North America.

Age 7-8. Ocean science for the child.

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

How did the plains nations benefit from the buffalo? How did they use other animals to make warm clothing for winter? This illustrated dictionary introduces the way of life of the early Native peoples who lived on the Great Plains. Themes include: homes, food, clothing, transportation, and hunting techniques.

Photographs of plants introduce readers to the letters of the alphabet.

Nothing embodies patience and strength like rock climbing. Athletes who climb do it because they love a challenge and the feeling of being on top of the world. Extreme Climbing allows kids to get that same feeling, thanks to beautiful color photographs. Fascinating information covers* bouldering* ice climbing* indoor climbing and more!

Discover what it is like to live and work aboard the space shuttle. Fabulous color photographs and diagrams show the shuttle, its living conditions and its role in our future.

Extreme Sports: No Limits series.

An introduction to the various types of worms, how they reproduce, what they eat, where they are found, and the threats to their existence.

Diverse Cultures; Social Studies.

Describes the lure of gold that drew both men and women west and discusses how they lived, the difficulties they faced, the impact of the gold rush on Native Americans, and more.

Explains why the Arctic is so cold, looks at the people who live there, and discusses icebergs, glaciers, permafrost, and the northern lights, and Arctic plants

Presents the lives of the magnificent sea giants and traces the history of their hunting by humans. Arctic World.