Silverman (modern French studies, U. of Leeds, UK) uses the term palimpsestic memory to describe a layering of memories-- something like a haunting of the present by past experiences--which he finds i
Space vehicles are out of this world! But how do they fly out into space? How do they carry people safely? And what parts do these amazing aircraft have? Find the answers inside this book!
For Johnny Cash, as for many famous artist, renown was the product of both hard work and luck. Often a visionary and always a tireless performer, he forged his career within a whirlwind of social, eco
A huge tan cat with black spots on its fur crouches in the grass. Its long tail twitches as it hunts for food. Did you just see a cheetah? Or was it a leopard? These animals look very similar, but th
A large, scaly animal with long jaws floats in the water. Its powerful tail swishes as it swims along.Did you just see an alligator? Or was it a crocodile? These animals look very similar, but they a
An animal with smooth, gray skin jumps from the ocean waves. Its tail waves up and down before it quickly dives again.Did you just see a dolphin? Or was it a porpoise? These animals look very similar,
"This title explores the life cycle of a chicken in the wild as well as exploring concepts such as laying eggs and other chicken behaviors relevant to farm life"--
"Young readers will love this exciting, in-depth yet accessible look at monster trucks, including how they work, the special equipment they need, and how they crush puny cars under their enormous tire
"Young readers will love this exciting, in-depth yet accessible look at fire trucks, including how they work, the special equipment they need, and how they help firefighters battle blazes to keep peop
"Young readers will love this exciting, in-depth yet accessible look at trains, including how they work, the special equipment they need, and how they tote thousands of tons of cargo down the tracks"-
This book sheds new light on the life and work of Janusz Korczak, the twentieth century humanist moral educator and path-breaking social-pedagogue who is generally unknown in the English speaking wo
Introduces readers to insects and the concept of classes of animals. Simple text describes the common features and behaviors of insects as well as offering many examples of creatures in this group.
