Best Selling Books by Jen Green

Describes the various creatures and plants that live in, on, or under a dead log.

Traces the life and artistic achievement of the Italian painter and sculptor, Michelangelo.

Surveys the physical features, geological borders, climate and currents, water, plant and animal life, and economic and ecological aspects of the Indian Ocean.

Describes how mountains form, the animals that live there, and how to protect mountainous environments, and includes details on each continent''s largest peaks.

Explores the world''s rivers, discussing how they were formed, what organisms live there, and how they are used by people.

Discusses the advertising industry, including how effective ads work, how they affect and conversely reflect society, and the ethical and legal issues concerning advertising.

Each title looks at different areas of waste and offers solutions for readers to reduce, reuse and recycle waste, in order to improve the environment.

Against the Elements takes an original appro ach to looking at natural disasters, focusing on the nature of the disasters themselves and the rescue teams who battle against these elemental forces. ''

Unlike other immigrants who arrived in North America with hopes of a better life, Africans were kidnapped from their homelands and sent over as slaves. Eyewitness accounts help describe how Africans were first brought to North America, how they eventually flourished in the face of overwhelming prejudice, and how their traditions are still celebrated today.

Simple text and photographs introduce volcanoes, including how eruptions happen, types of volcanoes, and how they can be helpful.

A first look at the ins and outs of earthquakes for young readers. In association with Read About Tornadoes, Read About Volcanoes, and Read About Hurricanes, this is an ideal look at various geological and meteorological forces for kids in early elementary school.

Provides an overview of the physical and environmental features of the world''s many unique coastlines.

Describes the various creatures, mostly insects, that live under rocks and in the ground.

Looks at the deserts and dry polar regions of the world, examining why they form and what life forms live in them.

An overview of South Africa covers its history, geography, climate, culture, government, and economy.

Disasters affect us all, wherever they happen. This series takes a compelling look at how humankind and the planet has coped with some of the most prolific disasters around the world throughout history - from ancient times up to the present day.

Follow the journey of a river from source to mouth. In these books, each river is divided into five sections and each section begins with a map showing the area that will be covered. Map references are highlighted within the text to show the reader where they are on their journey.

Discusses the importance of air quality, including how the air is polluted and what can be done to reduce air pollution.

Discover all about the everyday lives of early American peoples by investigating in turn the lost civilizations of the Aztec, Maya, and Inca peoples and the enduring Arctic and Native American Indian cultures of the North.

"This fun book about dog shows teaches the core curriculum topic of inheritance."--

The mighty Mississippi River and its tributaries drain a huge part of the central United States. After heavy rainfall throughout the spring of 1993, people living on the rivers held their breath as the waters rose. When the rivers broke their banks, the floods covered large parts of nine states and left more than seventy thousand people homeless. It was one of the worst disasters in American history. Book jacket.

Features pictorial maps, over 400 animal photographs, fascinating facts about the animal kingdom, and much more.--

Explores the world of mammals, including their anatomy, where they live, what they eat, and how they communicate. Includes online links to more information and downloadable images.

An illustrated reference book that provides information on the Earth''s landforms, surface features, weather and climate, natural resources, and other related topics.

Simple text and pictures illustrate the importance of protecting nature.

Describes the world''s rainforests, their canopies and forest floors, their climate, and the variety of plants and animals which they support. Includes related projects and activities.

Amazing see-through acetate pages take readers on a compelling voyage of discovery in this series that is tailor-made to encourage visual exploration. Full color. plus eight acetates.

An unforgettable, interactive, virtual tour through dinosaur history with pop-ups, pull-outs, wheels, flaps, and tabs.

Suggests projects involving creative face painting and the making of masks and disguises, using readily available materials.

Beautiful, illustrated maps packed with fascinating facts about people, cities, cultures, and landmarks. Stunning fold-out continent mapes showcase the world''s terrains and wildlife plus the countries of the world at a glance.

Presents information on the physical characteristics, habitats, life cycle, and behavior of different species of sharks. Includes a multimedia disk containing activities, puzzles, and games.

Join an intrepid band of animal adventurers as they journey deep into the heart of a tropical jungle in search of a fabled Lost City.

Describes the history of the polar peoples, how they live and work, and the seasons and geographic features of the lands of the midnight sun.

Discusses what it means to show respect to others.

Howhaveimportant world leaders made decisions at key moments in history? What choices did they have, what support and advice did they receive, and how have their decisions affected history and their legacies? This series looks at controversial and momentous events of the 20th and 21st centuries, showing how some of the most famous statesmen choose to follow a particular course of action.

Provides an overview to the variety, distribution, habits, physical characteristics, and more of mammals.