Most Popular Books by Ruth A. Musgrave

"Pictures and names of vehicles of all kinds, for young children"--

This look & learn board book introduces the concept of observing and counting how things change.

Describes the ways in which animals move, including hopping, slithering, and soaring.

"Meet dinosaurs big and small, with claws, feathers, horns, and more!"--Back cover.

Small kids can learn about gardening. This book also helps with their developmental skill-building.

"Introduces the basics of outer space, from the sun and planets of the solar system to shapes and patterns found in space." --

Explores the physical and behavioral characteristics of sharks and examines how they hunt and catch their prey. Includes full-color photographs and further reading sources.

"Information about bedtime for very young children"--

"Pictures and information about birds for very young children"--

In addition to tons of captivating photos and fun facts about sharks, this book also includes replicas of six different shark teeth to help get shark-loving kids started on their own collection! In this detailed reference book with stunning photos, kids will discover tons of fascinating facts about sharks, some of the most fascinating fish that swim in the world’s oceans. They''ll learn about ancient sharks, the nine different groups of sharks that are alive today, and meet some amazing individuals, including the great white shark, the mako shark, and the hammerhead shark. Then readers can use the shark-tooth collecting tips and six different replica shark teeth to get their own collection started. There’s even a slide-out tray for housing future finds. A full-color shark identification poster is also included.

Examines different types of sharks and the real-life challenges they face.

A book of silly jokes, including knock-knocks, tongue twisters, riddles, traditional question and answer jokes, and more.

While reading this book, students will explore the Dry Tortugas National Park and learn about the research underway there. From monitoring sea turtles to studying coral reefs, scientists in this national park are making new discoveries and doing their part to protect its ecosystem. The Natural Laboratory: Scientists in National Parks series takes a look at the research and responsibilities of scientists working in U.S. national parks. Each 7.5" x 10" photo-filled book explores the topography of the park, its natural resources, the specific projects that have been undertaken there and why these projects are significant. Each 48-page book in the series also features quotes from scientists working in the featured park, to better explain to readers how and why things are done

National Geographic spins off its best-selling Little Kids First Big Book series into engaging new board books to introduce even the littlest kids to high-quality nonfiction. These sturdy pages showcase animals and how they move, with amazing photographs, super-simple facts, and lively, age-appropriate language to keep babies and toddlers--and their grown-ups--fascinated by every colorful page. Stunning photos of wildlife in action introduce babies and toddlers to creatures that creep, crawl, hop, slither, soar, and more. Watch how fluffy and scaly creatures, both big and small, move from place to place. Designed to be the stepping stone to the popular Little Kids First Big Book series, these board books take similar subjects and distill them down to the simplest nonfiction concepts for the youngest audience. Not only will readers learn how animals move, they can also find recurring shapes and patterns in the art, while adults can keep their eyes open for occasional funny commentary from the animals. Sidebar text offers additional learning for older siblings or those ready for more complex information. With their square shape, bright and playful design, awesome photography, clear text, and cues to encourage interactive learning, the Little Kids First Board Books mirror the beloved First Big Books while taking a fresh new approach to excite a baby''s sense of wonder and make learning about nature and science fun.

Learn all about animal claws, the biggest, the sharpest, and the deadliest claws, and some just used for hanging up to sleep.

Learn about life in the ocean, from the baby sea turtle to the killer whale, from seahorses to sharks.