New Releases by Louise Spilsbury

Blue whales are in danger of dying out. Read this book to learn where blue whales live. Students will discover why these sea mammals need our help, and how they can give that help. Age-appropriate text introduces new concepts gradually for young children. This book features fantastic photographs, explanatory diagrams, a glossary, an index and information about more books to read.

Presents a few basic facts about Panda bears and their habitat and explains why they are in danger of dying out.

This book explores the fun parts about keeping mice as pets, and looks at their natural behavior. It describes how to properly care for a mouse including feeding, grooming, and health problems.

The place where plants live and grow is called their habitat. Different types of plants grow all over the world in many different kinds of habitats. Plants need light and water to live. Some habitats are cold and dark. Others may be hot and dry. Plants have different ways of surviving in these different habitats.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behaviors of emperor penguins.

Describes the physical characteristics and habitat of the Asiatic elephant, and explains why their numbers are threatened and what can be done about it.

Describes how people get water, how water is used, and the importance of water.

Cobras are amazing animals. Explore these reptiles in their habitat and discover what wild world they call home. Colorful photos and detailed information make these exciting titles for introducing readers to animal behavior.

Describes how the changing climates effects the world discussing such topics as the seasons, global warming, and weather hazards.

Human beings first appeared on Earth around 35,000 years ago. Like all other animals, early humans could only survive if they found food to eat. At first, people hunted wild animals and gathered wild plants to eat. These hunter-gatherers generally found food in one place and then moved on to other places. Read this title to find out more on how most of our food comes from agriculture, and why some people have too much to eat while others go hungry.

Describes how lions live, hunt, and raise their young in Africa.

This book introduces plants, where they live, and how they grow and reproduce.

Answers questions about ducks, explaining what they are, how they are born, where they live, what they eat, and how they grow.

A simple introduction to the life cycle of the frog offers brief explanations of each stage in its development.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and group life of dolphins.

Why do bees live in a colony? What is a waggle dance? Why do bees fan their nest? Find the answers to these and many more questions in A Colony of Bees. Some insects live alone, but most bees live in large groups called colonies. Read this book to look at the fascinating life and habits of bees and to see how a colony works.

What are food chains like in different habitats? Who eats whom in forests? Why are decomposers so important? Investigate the curious world of life science. Find out for yourself about food chains and webs through activities that you can do at home. Learn about where all food chains and webs start. See which animals are at the top of a tundra food web. This book will show you the importance of investigating and understanding the world around you.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and group life of penguins.

Explains what hurricanes are, what causes them, and where they occur; discusses what happens during an hurricane and who helps afterwards; and considers whether hurricanes can be predicted. Includes case studies.

Explains what volcanoes are, what causes them, and where they occur; discusses what happens during a volcano eruption and who helps afterwards; and considers whether volcanoes can be predicted or prevented. Includes case studies.

Learn about the five kingdoms of life and join in activites that can be done at home.

Explains what tornadoes are, what causes them, and where and when they occur; discusses what happens during a tornado and who helps afterwards; and considers whether tornadoes can be predicted. Includes case studies.

Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, habitat, and individual and group behavior of the chimpanzee.

This series examines the human body by looking at the five main body systems, the skin, hygiene, and allergies and uses accessible questions to introduce the reader to how the human body works, what can go wrong with it and how it repairs itself. that put the subject in context; body fact boxes; a list of further reading, non-fiction and fiction, and other further resources including addresses of helpful contacts; and a factfile including a body map.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of crows.

This book answers questions on cleanliness, germs, and medicines to attack germs.

Good research skills are imperative for success in school and in life. This book guides readers through the many aspects of research at the library and online, including selecting quality books and materials, using primary and secondary sources, taking notes, and avoiding plagiarism. Information is presented in a fun and appealing way with colorful spreads and "Tips for Success" sidebars.

Arguably the most intelligent of nonhuman animals, chimpanzees are endlessly fascinating. Sadly, their population has been drastically reduced over the past 50 years. This book explains what makes these animals so interesting, the dangers they grapple with, and a number of conservationist efforts.

Cheetahs may be the fastest animals on land, but they are unable to outrun the dangers that have brought them to the brink of extinction. Readers will learn all about cheetahs and the hardships they face, various conservation groups, and ways to aid these face-paced wonders.

Water and the natural phases it moves through are fundamental aspects of earth science. The water cycle and each of its stages are presented in a precise and clear manner in this book, which also guides readers through the role that plants, animals, and people play in that cycle. Text boxes defining important terminology and vibrant photographs allow readers to take away exciting new information about the water we need to survive, and to understand how scientific concepts link up with the Common Core reading standards.