New Releases by Gail Gibbons

Gail Gibbons is the author of Tell Me, Tree (2009), Check It Out! (2009), Recycle! (2009), Hurricanes! (2009), Ice Cream (2008), Thanksgiving Is . . . (2005).

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Tell Me, Tree

release date: Nov 29, 2009
Tell Me, Tree
Featuring a special section on how children can make a tree identification book of their own, this title is a bright and colorful introduction to trees, leaves, and their inner workings in nature. Full color.

Check It Out!

release date: Jul 20, 2009
Check It Out!
"The brighly colored drawings will attract young readers and provide a first look at libraries--with all their complexity and excitement."--Booklist

Hurricanes!

release date: Jan 01, 2009
Hurricanes!
Young readers can learn how hurricanes are formed, how they are named and classified, and what to do if a dangerous storm is coming their way.

Ice Cream

release date: Mar 15, 2008
Ice Cream
Cool and smooth and sweet, ice cream has long been a favourite treat. It cools you off when it''s hot and is too delicious to resist even in cold weather. How did it get to be so scrumptious? Best-selling author/illustrator Gail Gibbons dishes out the latest scoop on ice cream production. Ice cream has come a long way from its humble beginnings as a mixture of snow, milk, and rice. Gail Gibbons details the many firsts in ice cream history, from the earliest ice cream crank to the original waffle cone. Children''s mouths will be watering as they follow ice cream''s journey from farm to factory to freezer.

Thanksgiving Is . . .

release date: Oct 01, 2005
Thanksgiving Is . . .
Thanksgiving is... A holiday for gratitude. It is turkey, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. It is a time to celebrate and share with family and friends. Explaining the roots of our familiar fall holiday in ancient harvest celebrations, Gail Gibbons'' clear, kid-friendly language is accompanied by colorful watercolor illustrations. The story of the Pilgrims'' journey and first Thanksgiving feast is retold, as well as the history of Thanksgiving as a national holiday, and the traditions and celebrations that have developed over the years. Thanksgiving Is. . . is a perfect introduction to early American history, and a fun autumn holiday from a children''s nonfiction master.

Chicks & Chickens

release date: Mar 01, 2005
Chicks & Chickens
Cheep . . . cheep . . . cluck! Everything you ever wanted to know about chickens and eggs—except which came first. With bright watercolor illustrations and simple, clear language, nonfiction master Gail Gibbons shows young readers everything there is to know about chickens. See what different breeds of chickens look like, discover how eggs are laid and hatched, and learn how big and little farms take care of their birds. Key vocabulary words about chicken behavior and anatomy are introduced throughout Chicks and Chickens, and new words are reinforced in accessible language for young readers. Chicks and Chickens is a fun introduction to farm fowl featuring colorful diagrams, tons of facts, and a page of chicken trivia. Perfect for curious kids wondering about baby birds, or for learning and talking about where our food comes from. According to The Washington Post, Gail Gibbons "has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children''s writer-illustrator." Ms. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, including the bestselling titles From Seed to Plant and Monarch Butterfly. Her many honors include the Washington Post/Children''s Book Guild Nonfiction Award and the NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book Award.

Mummies, Pyramids, and Pharaohs

release date: Jan 01, 2004
Mummies, Pyramids, and Pharaohs
Detailed illustrations and informative facts introduce children to the world of ancient Egypt through a review of sacred animals gods, hieroglyphics, monuments, and profiles of the pharaohs who ruled at that time.

Halloween Is...

release date: May 01, 2003
Halloween Is...
It is a celebration that provides all kinds of spooky fun.

Christmas Is...

release date: Sep 01, 2002
Christmas Is...
All of a beloved holiday''s history and traditions are collected in a colorful, accessible introduction. Christmas is many things to many people. It celebrates the birth of the Christ Child. It is also Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus, angels, lights, Christmas trees, cards, carols, presents, and prayers. In this festive introduction to the traditions and history of a favorite holiday, an award-winning author celebrates the many facets of this wonderful time, including the most important...peace, love and joy.

My Baseball Book

release date: Jan 01, 2002
My Baseball Book
An introduction to baseball, describing the equipment, playing field, rules, players, and process of the game.

Polar Bears

release date: Jan 01, 2001
Polar Bears
The polar bear is the biggest and most powerful of the animals that are able to survive the hostile climate of the Arctic. Cubs are born during the cold dark winter, even though they start out with only a thin coat of fur and weigh a little over one pound. The mothers raise and teach them so they may grow and survive in the wild. Here is information about how polar bears swim and hunt, how they keep warm and dry, and the many other ways they adapt to their environment.

Apples (New & Updated Edition)

release date: Jan 01, 2001
Apples (New & Updated Edition)
Juice, jelly, cider, pie, or straight off the tree...apples are delicious! Discover the well-loved tradition of growing and picking apples - a fruit that has been in existence for about two million years. Explore the history of the apple but also the way that families and farmers grow and care for apple trees today, from planting to selling, to turning them into delicious treats and using them for classic games like "bobbing for apples" on Halloween. Detailed pictures introduce readers to the botany of apples too. Experience colorful depictions of apple blossom pollination, the growth process of apples, and several panels of the different kinds of apples around the world. Learn how to plant and care for your own apple tree with step by step instructions. Then use the apple pie recipe also included to celebrate a job well done! Author-Illustrator Gail Gibbons explores anything and everything there is to know about the world as young readers experience it, including the ever-present, ever-refreshing apple.

My Basketball Book

release date: Sep 05, 2000
My Basketball Book
Basketballs fun--let''s play! Find all the basics ion this lively guide. The markings on a basketball court What basketball players wear The three team positions The excitement of passing the ball The thrill of making a basket All these and more are included, with a useful glossary at the end.

My Football Book

release date: Aug 22, 2000
My Football Book
Football is fun--let''s play! Find all the basics in this lively guide. The markings on a football field What football players wear The positions, from quarterback to wide receiver The excitement of the kickoff The thrill of scoring a touchdown All these and more are included with a useful glossary at the end.

The Honey Makers

release date: Apr 05, 2000
The Honey Makers
How sweet it is. Thousands of bees visited more than one million flowers to gather the nectar that went into that one-pound jar of honey. Here''s the buzz on how these remarkable insects work together to create this amazing food.

My Soccer Book

release date: Mar 01, 2000
My Soccer Book
Soccer is fun - let''s play! Find all the basics in this lively guide. The markings on a soccer field What soccer players wear The positions, from forward to goalkeeper The excitement of pasing a ball The thrill of making a goal All these and more are included, with a useful glossary at the end.

Behold...the Dragons!

release date: Apr 28, 1999
Behold...the Dragons!
We don''t believe in dragons anymore, but we continue to celebrate these fantastic creatures in stories, movies and songs. In fact dragons are so popular there is a science just to study them! In a book that is carefully researched, brimming with energy and charm, and full of interesting facts, best-selling author and illustrator Gail Gibbons presents dragons from cultures all over the world -- their origins, their place in mythology and folktales, and the reasons why they are still so fascinating today.

Pigs

release date: Jan 01, 1999
Pigs
Describes the habitat, physical characteristics, and behavior of different kinds of pigs.

Planet Earth/Inside Out

release date: May 27, 1998
Planet Earth/Inside Out
What if we could open up our planet and look inside? From its red-hot core to the highest mountain peak, come see Earth as you''ve never seen it before in a colorful introduction to the powerful forces shaping our home.

Soaring with the Wind

release date: Mar 16, 1998
Soaring with the Wind
A majestic bird swoops down, snatches its prey, then soars into the clouds. It is a bald eagle, one of North America''s largest hunting birds. For centuries the bald eagle has been a symbol of majesty, strength, and freedom. In 1782 it became the official emblem of the United States. Yet now this fierce hunter is in danger of extinction. Gail Gibbons''s thoroughly researched text and dramatic illustrations present the bald eagle in all its grandeur -- hunting, courting, nesting, and hatching -- with fascinating facts and statistics about this remarkable winged predator and the efforts to save it.

Moon Book

release date: Jan 01, 1997

Click!

release date: Jan 01, 1997
Click!
Describes the basic parts of a camera and how to take photographs.

Dogs

release date: Jan 01, 1996
Dogs
An introduction to dogs including their history, types of breeds, senses, and ways of communication.

Caves and Caverns

release date: Jan 01, 1996
Caves and Caverns
Presents a description of the formation and physical features of caves and includes labeled color illustrations.

Knights in Shining Armor

release date: Jan 01, 1995
Knights in Shining Armor
The author covers tournaments, chivalry, and what happened when a bad knight was caught. Legendary knights such as Sir Gawain and the knights of the Round Table are briefly described, as is St. George and the dragon, and Gibbons also discusses present-day knights. The watercolor-and-ink pictures are some of Gibbons'' liveliest and most attractive: there''s plenty of fighting, decorative clothing and heraldry, and clear labels pointing out the parts of a castle and the names of the armor pieces.

Bicycle Book

release date: Jan 01, 1995
Bicycle Book
Bicycles are interesting and also fun to ride. Here is a brief history of bicycles, as well as information on the different kinds there are, how they work, and the different ways they are used. A list of safety tips for bike riders is included, as well as guidelines for bike maintenance.

Sea Turtles (New & Updated)

release date: Jan 01, 1995
Sea Turtles (New & Updated)
Dive into the world''s oceans to explore the adventurous lives of one of the oldest living animals. Descended from enormous prehistoric creatures, sea turtles are fascinating. Hatched from eggs smaller than a baseball, some can grow to weigh over a thousand pounds. Once adults, they can live to be around 100 years old. And when it''s time to nest, they migrate more than 1,000 miles. With colorful, clear illustrations and straightforward text, Gail Gibbons introduces the eight kinds of sea turtles living in the ocean today. Learn the similarities and differences with labeled diagrams and experience the hatching of the tiny turtle babies with detailed illustrations. This updated edition now includes the most up-to-date information about these beloved reptiles, as reviewed by an expert vetter in the field of herpetology. Sea Turtles also gives young readers an accessible overview of how the lives of these large reptiles have become threatened and discusses the conservation efforts currently taking place. Ideal for aspiring oceanographers, this brightly-illustrated book is a perfect introduction to the subject.

Christmas on an Island

release date: Jan 01, 1994
Christmas on an Island
Describes the way residents of a small island celebrate Christmas.

Weather Forecasting

release date: Mar 31, 1993
Weather Forecasting
This fun and educational picture book describes forecasters at work in a weather station as they track and gauge the constant changes in the weather. Will I need my umbrella? Is it a good day for the beach? Will school close because of snow? These are the questions weather forecasters answer every day. They can tell us what the weather is doing at any time of the day or night. But how do they do it? Weather Forecasting tells how. With straightforward text and colorful pictures, this behind-the-scenes look at a modern weather station answers basic questions kids ask most, and makes weather forecasting more fun and accessible than ever.
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