New Releases by Susan MEREDITH

Gram''s Fairy Tales is a series of illustrated chapter books that retain the heart and characters, but not the violence, of the original Grimm tales. The stories are lyrical with touching and funny twists that make them as interesting for the adult reader as they are for children. This "new, kinder, gentler retelling" of CinderElla is the story of a search for perfect pairs: a prince searches for his true love and an enchanted dancing shoe seeks to be reunited with its fox-trotting partner.CinderElla''s stepmother is kind but her stepsisters are demanding. As her wishes come true, CinderElla goes to the Ball and, thanks to her enchanted dancing shoes, becomes the favored dance partner of the Prince. At dawn, CinderElla races from the palace leaving behind one shoe that won''t stop dancing. Sadly, she and the remaining shoe trudge home and wonder if they will ever see their perfect partners again.

This book offers ideas to keep your body working at its best, presenting information on exercise, fitness, flexibility, core stability, circuit training, and a healthy diet.

Our popular Let''s Explore Science series adds new titles which address important science standards. Readers will learn current information about environmental issues, what our Earth is made of, how to use scientific tools and models, and the basic building blocks of all living things - cells.

Presents experiments involving detergent, bubbles, water, food, juice, taste tests, and ice.

If you go outside on a windy day, you realize just how strong air can be. It can lift a kite high in the sky and grab onto a balloon and carry it away. But even when the air is calm, you can feel its strength and resistance when you move. How Do Aircraft Fly? reveals the science behind air pressure and flying everything from hot-air balloons to helicopters to jet aircraft through eye-catching full-color photograph and illustrations, as well as through textual explanations of real-world examples.

The number one problem in our world today is effective energy management--the energy that fuels our buildings and propels our vehicles as well as our human energy. But if individuals, governments, and corporations take action now, we can have a bright energy future. In Beyond Light Bulbs, Susan Meredith helps readers move beyond the gloom, doom, and overwhelm of global warming and the energy crisis. She offers hopeful and helpful advice for actions we can all take to improve our future. Straightforward and clear, the book offers a complete an comprehensive overview of energy in layman''s terms, while giving concrete examples of how you can contribute and benefit.

Reveals the science behind buoyancy and why objects float, even if they are large cruise or military vessels. Features colorful photographs and illustrations.

(Box) This kit comes in an eco-friendly box made of recycled cardboard, pvc-free window film, and vegetable ink. Kit contains the Paper Making Kit that was previously in the Trash & Recycling kit, along with Why Should I Bother About the Planet? book.

Illustrée d''amusants croquis de synthèse, une plaquette se voulant une invitation à prendre conscience des bénéfices l''activité physique sur la santé, à comprendre les impacts du sport sur la bonne forme du corps humain, ainsi qu''à adopter de bonnes habitudes avant, pendant et après une période d''exercice tout en pratiquant dans la bonne humeur l''un des sports, jeux ou exercices suggérés.

Devenir une adolescente te semblera plus facile si tu as déjà une idée de ce à quoi t''attendre. A l''aide d''un vocabulaire précis et clair, ce livre t''explique exactement les modifications physiques et psychologiques qui vont se produire en toi et te transformer en adulte. Il contient tout ce que tu dois savoir sur cette importante phase de ta vie.

Il libro descrive con un linguaggio semplice e simpatico i cambiamenti fisici della pubertà. Fornisce consigli di base sull''alimentazione, l''igiene, la cura del corpo, il comportamento.

Un outil d''informations sur la puberté et l''adolescence destiné aux garçons préadolescents. On y aborde, sur un ton rassurant, les changements physiques et psychologiques qui auront lieu durant cette période, les nouvelles habitudes de vie qu''ils impliquent (rasage, hygiène corporelle, alimentation, etc.), ainsi qu''une brève explication des changements chez la fille et certains pièges à éviter. -- Dans un style relax et gentil, un ouvrage, somme toute, bien fait. [SDM].

This fascinating introduction explores every aspect of a vital subject. It takes you deep inside a cell to see where genes are found and goes behind the headlines to explain cloning, gene therapy, the human genome, DNA testing, GM foods, genetic engineering and much more. Stunning 3D artwork shows exactly how gene science works and clear, friendly text and simple, step-by-step diagrams provide concise, enlightening information, supplemented by recommended websites.

Now available in paperback for the first time, this is an essential reference tool for anyone wanting to learn about this most important subject. A balanced exploration of the beliefs, history and customs of all the major world religions, as well as many lesser-known faiths. Beautiful photographs and engaging illustrations complement the informative thought-provoking text. With fully-updated internet links.

A simple introduction to computers beginning with how to turn it on, holding a mouse, drawing and changing pictures, adding text, printing, saving the work, and shutting down.

These popular first-guides have appealing new cover designs and suggested Internet sites, teach your dog to sit, make fun toys for your hamster, and more.

This title has been revised to include Usborne''s innovative Internet links. This is a first practical guide to ballet - a pastime which is of interest to many young children, particularly girls. Aimed at the aspiring ballerina, this book offers simple step-by-step advice in a helpful and clear format. With detailed instructions and full-colour illustrations and photographs, children should soon learn the skills needed for ballet dancing.

Text and illustrations describe various nocturnal animals and their habits.

Compiles scientific questions and experiments dealing with a range of topics, including the human body, nutrition, the disappearance of the dinosaurs, flight, animal colors, flowers, weather, electricity, and waste disposal.