New Releases by Gillian Richardson

Survival in nature is a constant struggle that depends mostly on instinct...but sometimes on plain old luck. In these ten short stories, animals face dramatic moments when instinct makes the difference between life or death. A young mountain goat trusts his unproven agility in a daring leap. An eagle uses her powerful wings in a desperate bid to live. An osprey''s fishing luck turns against him. Will their instinctive choices mean survival for these and the other seven animals in the stories? Exciting action and adventure for ages 9-12.

How are we shaped by where we live? This collection of personal essays recounts the time the author spent on a small acreage in Prince Edward Island, Canada. Shiregreene provided many opportunities to observe nature day by day, season by season. Animal tracks in the snow revealed others who shared this place, and springtime songs gave clues to returning birds. Trails led through nearby fields as crops ripened under the summer sun, and a starry dome glittered above this ''dark sky place'' in fall. The author''s responses to each season''s discoveries became woven into her identity and her awareness of what matters.

"Many people hike as a way to see places they cannot reach by bicycle, car, or airplane. Often, hikers must climb over rocky ground or through forested areas. They may walk up steep slopes, through water, and downhill. Discover more about this activity in Hiking, a title in the Outdoor Adventures and Sports series. This title covers the basics of hiking, going over how and where to hike, recommended gear, safety measures, and related activities. It also includes interesting facts about hiking, as well as healthy eating and exercise tips to help readers improve their fitness"--

Un sorprendente viaje por diez rutas que, más largas o más cortas y en diferentes épocas, dieron forma al mundo que conocemos hoy. Con este libro cruzarás el puente de Beringia hacia América con los primeros pobladores de ese continente y seguirás a los animales salvajes por la ruta migratoria del Serengueti. Recorrerás la red adoquinada de calzadas romanas de Inglaterra y la maravilla de la ingeniería del Gran Camino Inca, que permitieron el florecimiento de dos imperios. Conocerás a los pioneros que arriesgaban su vida en busca de oro por la remota y helada ruta de los Chilkoot, a los fieles peregrinos del Camino de Santiago, a los presos rusos que construyeron el ferrocarril Transiberiano y a los esperanzados estadounidenses que viajaban en tropel hacia el oeste por la Ruta 66. También, si te atreves, podrás aventurarte por el paso Jáiber y la ruta de Ho Chi Minh, senderos de guerras e invasiones.

Vivid storytelling brings to life the pathways of world history.

Come aboard for daring stories that shaped history in surprising ways. Ships have sailed through human history for thousands of years. Sometimes, their dramatic voyages have even changed the course of the world. For centuries, ships have brought cultures together in peace or conflict, played a role in wars and revolutions, and transformed societies. Climb on deck for 10 ocean adventures, starting with the groundbreaking exploits of Zheng He s 15th-century treasure ships and navigating unknown waters with Vasco da Gama s Sao Gabriel. Sail on the Lady Penrhyn with the first convicts exiled to Australia, and on USS Susquehanna s pivotal mission to Japan. Witness the tense confrontations of the Holocaust survivor ship Exodus 1947 in Israel and the Komagata Maru in Canada, and the standoff when Somali pirates seized the oil tanker Sirius Star. You ll discover how even small ships can make big waves, like the tiny yacht Granma, which played a major role in Cuba s revolution, the ill-fated submarine H. L. Hunley, and Greenpeace s Rainbow Warrior, a key player in the environmental movement. With a rich variety of photos, maps, and striking illustrations, 10 Ships That Rocked the World reveals the crucial role ships played in some of history s dramas."

¡Sumérgete en las fascinantes historias de las plantas que han transformado nuestras vidas! Hay muchas plantas a nuestro alrededor ¡y todas tienen cosas asombrosas que contarnos! Utilizamos cada día productos derivados de algunas de ellas, sin pensar en los lugares de donde provienen o en lo importantes que han sido en el desarrollo de las distintas culturas y civilizaciones. Diez plantas que cambiaron el mundo es una interesante selección de historias sobre diez plantas, entre ellas el papiro, el algodón, la PIMIENTA o el TÉ, y algunas menos conocidas como el caucho o la QUINA, pero todos han provocado profundos cambios —no siempre buenos— en nuestro mundo. Descubriremos de dónde provienen los pantalones vaqueros que usamos, qué hay detrás de las patatas fritas o de las palomitas de MAÍZ que tanto nos gustan, del chocolate o del azúcar; viajaremos a través de la historia para saber cómo fue el descubrimiento de nuevas plantas, los largos viajes que algunas hicieron desde su lugar de origen, y entenderemos por qué sin ellas nuestra vida sería hoy muy diferente.

Each book in the Science Discovery series illustrates how science touches and shapes our daily lives. Spectacular color images highlight fascinating facts that will engage and excite young minds. In addition, each book offers exciting challenges and hands-on activities. This captivating series leads to an understanding and appreciation of the important role that science plays in the world around us. Science Discovery is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slide shows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

Profiles ten plants that influenced human history, including cotton, sugar, rubber, and potatoes.

Machu Picchu is often called the "Lost City of the Inca." Hidden by thick forest plants high in the Andes Mountains of South America, the Inca city lay abandoned for nearly 400 years. Learn more in Machu Picchu, an AV2 media enhanced book. Each AV2 media enhanced book is a unique combination of a printed book and exciting online content that brings the book to life. Readers can access embedded weblinks, audio and video clips, activities, and other features, such as a slide show, matching word activity, and quiz. Book jacket.

Natural or man-made, explosions go BOOM! for many reasons, and science can explain them all.

Get ready to climb in this exciting new title! Mountain Extremes takes young readers to the highest points on Earth. Meet the adventurous men and women who have braved the many perils of mountain climbing to reach the top of some of the world''s tallest peaks.

Introduces readers to popular author Dan Gutman who provides basic creative writing tips.

[E]valuates the current accessibility of 47 of Tennessee''s college and university Web site homepages for people with disabilities using the Web accessibility evaluation tool WebXact 5.0 (formerly Bobby) to access these websites.

Describes ecosystems and the problems they face and discusses links between ecosystems and the environment, society, careers, and technology. Also includes "challenge" activities.

Saskatchewan is an insightful and entertaining introduction to its people, culture, geography, history, and economy. The easy-to-read text - by Saskatchewan resident Gillian Richardson - is complimented with beautiful colour photography, taking readers on a fascinating tour of Canada''s "Breadbasket."