New Releases by Dana Meachen Rau

"Describes characteristics and behaviors of fireflies"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes characteristics and behaviors of earthworms"--Provided by publisher.

Which athletic shoe is right for you? Readers will learn about the materials that go into athletic shoes and how athletic shoes are produced and sold to millions of people all around the world.

A rebus book that follows the lifecycle of a butterfly.

A rebus book of a day in the life of an Orca whale.

"Identifies ovals in the world"--Provided by publisher.

"Identifies triangles in the world"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text with rebuses explores various objects to ride, such as a camel, a sled, and a train.

Describes landmarks and homes of the world.

The What''s Inside Me? series takes readers on a journey through the body. Written in a fun, kid-friendly tone, this series in on point to bring to light curiosities about the body.

Have you ever seen a star in an orange? Or branches in a feather? Or the swirl of a wave? Or little shapes on a fish''s scales? Look closely at the shapes you''ll discover in this book. Then look closely at the world around you. Peek in your garden. Visit the seashore. Take a walk in the woods. You can find nature''s shapes almost everywhere you look.

Presents a children''s book for early readers that describes the different kinds of clouds, how clouds are formed, how clouds make rain and snow, storm clouds, and more.

"A rebus book about a rabbit that finds dinner in a garden"--Provided by publisher.

Explains the phases of the moon, how it shines at night, and other facts about earth''s closest neighbor in space.

Describes the physical characteristics of the nine planets that make up the Solar System.

Discusses the life of the self-made millionaire who made his fortune in the steel industry and is remembered for his generous donations that built libraries, universities, and research facilities.

Discusses the sense of hearing and how it affects the body. The banging of drums bounces around your head, but how do you really hear them? Listen up to learn what happens to sound once it reaches your ear.

Children realize the many ways in which they can share and do things together.

Discusses the sense of sight and how it affects the body.

Provides facts, basic skills, and history of jump roping.

Discusses the sense of smell and how it affects the body.

A boy recounts the many things in his life that he is responsible for.

Discusses the sense of taste and how it affects the body.

Provides a brief history of the game of chess as well as basic instructions for playing the game.

Discusses the sense of touch and how it affects the body.

Discusses the history of space walks, the equipment and training needed, and the astronauts who walked in space.

Discusses the history of constellations, early astronomers, and the purpose of using constellations.

Describes in very simple terms the roles and functioning of the heart and blood.

A child thinks of ways to have fun while waiting for the bus, at the doctor''s office, and at other boring times during the day.

An introduction to the geography, history, people, and culture of Iraq.