Most Popular Books by Natalie Lunis

Readers will get a lesson in history in this title that looks at what happened in various schools and how these happenings are tied to tales of ghosts, poltergeists, and other unexplainable phenomena.

Learn how to make a weather station.

The mummy of King Tutankhamun, the Egyptian boy king, had not been disturbed for over 3,000 years. In 1922, archaeologist Howard Carter and his team discovered the ancient tomb and examined the dazzling treasures within its chambers. However, soon after the thrilling discovery, a member of Carter’s team became ill and died. Stories of other deaths connected to the tomb followed. Had an ancient curse doomed those who entered the pharaoh’s tomb? An exciting narrative format brings Egyptian history to life, while providing plenty of creepy details to satisfy young horror fans. Chilling photos and illustrations and clear, age-appropriate text will keep readers turning the pages to unlock the secrets of the mummy’s tomb.

You can make your very own fingerprint artwork! Read this book to find out how.

Young readers will meet coyotes and learn where these animals live, how they stay safe, and the different ways their howls help them communicate.

This book is about the co-dependent relationship, or partnership, between plants and animals.

Green tree frogs are experts at fooling predators on the hunt for a tasty meal. These frogs have bright green skin that helps them hide among leaves and grass. Hungry animals like snakes and birds can''t see them easily when they blend in with their surroundings. The tree frogs can stay safe by hiding in plain sight! Packed with fascinating facts and photos that will test children''s detective skills, this book will engage emergent readers as they learn how green tree frogs are adapted for survival. A section of the book highlights other frogs that are camouflaged to look like the plants in their environment.

Describes the pronghorn, the fastest-running animal in North America, including its habitat, how it avoids predators, and the history of conservation of the animal.

A green iguana isn’t exactly cute or cuddly. From the sharp spines on its back to the flap of skin drooping below its jaw, it looks like an animal nobody could love. Thousands of pet owners in the United States would disagree, however! A green iguana might be an unusual choice for an animal companion, but love comes in all kinds of packages. How can kids find out whether this lizard is the right pet for them? Green Iguanas explores the responsibilities and rewards of caring for a pet iguana through real-life anecdotes and practical advice. Engaging narrative text and vivid, eye-popping photos of these unique creatures will keep young readers turning the pages to find out more.

Learn how to make a desert terrarium.

Introduces tree frogs, describing their physical characteristics, life cycle, habitat, common predators, defense mechanism, and the dangers they face from pollution and climate change.

To most people, an inn is a place for weary travelers who are hungry and tired to get a bite to eat and rest for a while. After a few days, guests usually check out and return home or continue on their journey. Some people, however, check into an inn and never check out. Their ghosts stay on, sharing their rooms with the living. Among the 11 eerie inns in this book, children will discover an inn in Gettysburg that is said to be haunted by the soldiers who died in one of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War; a small hotel in San Francisco that was once a girls’ school and is now visited by the ghost of the headmistress; and a bed-and-breakfast in Florida that is haunted not by a person—but by a doll! The creepy photographs and chilling nonfiction text will keep children turning the pages to discover more spooky stories.

Introduces katydids, including information on their physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle.

A discussion of the black widow spider, the most dangerous kind of spider in the United States.

Describes the anatomical features that make the California sea lion the fastest animal in the water, includes fascinating facts about its habits and behavior, and compares its speed to that of other animals.

Text and photographs present amazing facts about sea slugs.

Readers will get a lesson in history in this series of titles that looks at what happened in various historical places and how these happenings are tied to tales of ghosts, poltergeists and other unexplainable phenomena.

Describes how mockingbirds communicate with each other and how the sounds they make help them survive, and discusses their habitat, diet, and behavior.

Describes the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of the Portuguese man-of-war.

Describes how humpback whales communicate with each other and how the sounds they make help them survive, and discusses their habitat, diet and behavior.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of eight giant sea reptiles.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of eight pet-sized dinosaurs.

An introduction to the lowly earthworm, which--though thought of as gross--is one of the most important animals on the earth.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of eight pterosaurs.

Describes the anatomical features that make the greyhound the fastest dog in the world, includes fascinating facts about its habits and behavior, and compares its speed to that of other animals.

Text and photographs present amazing facts about squids.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of eight predatory dinosaurs.

Text and photographs present amazing facts about jellyfish.

Learn how to make a bug habitat.

Gives the history, physical appearance, and personality of Dachshunds.

Describes how howler monkeys communicate with each other and how the sounds they make help them survive, and discusses their habitat, diet, and behavior.

Text and photographs present amazing facts about sea stars.

Describes the physical characteristics, diet, life cycle, predators, habitat, and lifespan of centipedes.

Gives the history, physical appearance, and personality of Chihuahas.

Meet Isaiah. He’s one of nearly 70 golden retrievers who are sent around the county to perform a special job—to comfort and calm people after a tragedy has occurred. From meeting survivors of the Boston Marathon bombing to victims of Hurricane Sandy, these specially-trained dogs help relieve people’s stress as they provide peace and comfort. Run by the Lutheran Church Charities, the comfort dog program is truly an example of the amazing ways a furry friend can bring happiness—or even just a smile—to people when they need it most. With real heart-warming stories and full-color photos of these lovable canines, this book is sure to appeal to dog lovers everywhere.

Describes the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, life cycle, and behavior of the red kangaroo, the world''s largest marsupial.