New Releases by Carmen Bredeson

Provides comprehensive information on the process of earthquakes forming.

The titles in this popular series includes a variety of features that will help students learn about the state of Delaware. This comprehensive book outlines the geography, history, people, government, and economy of the state. Lists of key people, events, cities, plants and animals, and political figures, plus fact boxes and quotes, provide easily accessible information that is supplemented by activities such as crafts, recipes, and a map quiz. Historic photos, artwork, and other images enhance the text. All books in the It''s My State! � series are the definitive research tool for readers looking to know the ins and outs of a specific state, including comprehensive coverage of its history, people, culture, geography, economy and government.

Cute baby animals live in all parts of the world, even at the seashore. Readers meet baby harbor seals, puffins, walruses, and more. Young readers will adore these easy-to-read books filled with stunning and engaging photographs that support the text.

Readers meet the baby animals of the mountains. This easy-to-read book is filled with great information and cute full-color photographs of many animals, including baby pandas, llamas, and mountain lions in their natural environment. Young readers will adore learning about nature''s baby animals.

Chronicles the discovery of oil in Beaumont, Texas, in 1901, focusing on the gusher, speculators, quick fortunes, and population explosion which led to the broader significance of oil as a new energy source.

"Provides young readers with facts about several strange mammals"--Provided by publisher.

Provides young readers with facts about several strange spiders.

"Provides an up-close look at giraffes for new readers"--Provided by publisher.

Meet cute baby animals that live in the ocean.

"Provides an up-close look at kangaroos for new readers"--Provided by publisher.

Why are they called poison dart frogs, anyway? Readers will learn the answer to this question and more in this exciting book. Colorful, up-close photographs of these beautiful, tiny frogs in their native habitats give readers a stunning view of these fascinating creatures.

"Up-close photos and information about baby animals of the desert biome"--Provided by publisher.

"Provides an up-close look at orangutans for new readers"--Provided by publisher.

"Up-close photos and information about baby animals of the tundra biome"--Provided by publisher.

"Up-close photos and information about baby animals of the temperate forest biome"--Provided by publisher.

"Up-close photos and information about baby animals of the tropical rain forest biome"--Provided by publisher.

"Up-close photos and information about baby animals of the grasslands biome"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces early readers to subjects about space in Q&A format"--Provided by publisher.

Photographs and text present interesting facts about salamanders.

"A close-up look at tarantulas for new readers"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces early readers to subjects about space in Q&A format"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces early readers to subjects about space in Q&A format"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces early readers to subjects about space in Q&A format"--Provided by publisher.

How do lizards climb so high? Why do some lose their tails? Carmen Bredeson answers these questions for young readers as they explore the world of lizards. This easy-to-read science book fills a need for nonfiction science readers while entertaining students with stunning color photos and fascinating facts.

Photographs and text present interesting facts about turtles.

Photographs and text present interesting facts about snakes.

Photographs and text present interesting facts about alligators.

Takes a close-up look at the great white shark. Includes subject-specific vocabulary words with pronunciation and definitions.

Describes the physical characteristics of boa constrictors, and how these features help the boa survive.