Wildebeests, zebras, and other African animals live in danger of being strangled to death by an African lion. Even people in small villages face the threat of an attack from a ruthless lion! You will be terrified as you read about these ferocious cats with appetites for human flesh!
Unpredictability is dangerous! That is why the Cape buffalo is an animal to avoid at all costs. Though this buffalo may appear mellow and seem to be minding its own business, it can charge at any moment. Encounter the brutal beast that is the Cape buffalo in this title.
The Friesian horse may be large and powerful, but it is also quick and graceful. A champion at both dressage and driving, the breed is also known for excellent pleasure riding. Hop on a Friesian and learn its nature, history, and where it excels in the equine world today!
There is an animal in Asia with enough venom in its bite to kill 20 people! It is the king cobraa snake that lifts its body off the ground, spreads its hood, and hisses violently before attacking. The king cobra has killed many people. Those that have survived attacks are lucky. Read a survival story and learn how to avoid attacks in this thrilling book.
Deep in the forest, hikers must watch where they step. Fresh tracks could mean a run-in with a grizzly! This aggressive bear is fiercely protective of its cubs and always ready to stand its ground. After reading this book, the roar of a grizzly will send shivers down your spine!
This introduction to hiking covers such aspects as planning, clothing, supplies, food, safety, and the enjoyment of animal and plant life along the way.
Discover why so many love to fish and explore different types of techniques and equipment they use.
An up-close look at why so many enjoy camping and the types of equipment needed for a fun and safe trip.
Discover the vital role of disappearing wetlands and what can be done to protect and restore this resource.
Describes how rocks, minerals, and soils are formed, their properties, and why humans are dependent on them.
Encounter animals and poachers on an African Safari in this graphic high interest book.
This book offers a brief overview of the structure, function, makeup, and specific types of cells, including both animal and human cells.
This book provides an understanding of the impact that humans have on Earth and suggests ways to reduce damage to the environment.
In graphic-novel format, this book chronicles the 1906 earthquake that destroyed the city of San Francisco while providing a story of one family's escape from the disaster.
In graphic-novel format, this book examines the history of the Galveston Hurricane in 1900 while providing a story that depicts the community's struggle to survive the storm and rebuild their homes afterward.
Take an in-depth look at plant life in this science encyclopedia.
Take an in-depth look at human life in this science encyclopedia.
Wheat is a plant that most of us eat every day. The flour used to bake bread, cookies, and cakes is made out of wheat. Pasta and pizza crust are made from wheat flour too. We eat wheat in cereals and in snacks. Discover how all this wheat is grown, and how it gets from the field to the factory . . . and then to your kitchen. Discover the story of your food - where it was grown, who grows it, and how it gets to your plate.
This book discusses different STEM jobs that are related to the environment, from hydrologist to a Forest Restoration Project Manager.
From the earliest times humans have shaped and changed the landscape. Historical and modern-day examples in this interesting book show how natural habitats and wilderness areas are destroyed as people need more land for farming and to build towns and cities, and how increasing urbanization of populations is adding to the problem of carbon emissions that cause climate change.
La ciencia nos ayuda a entender el mundo que nos rodea, descubre el mundo natural con el tema de los desperdicios y el reciclaje.
This book explains eco-friendly energy using the most current information to establish the understanding that it does not take much to make the world a better place.
En el libro se explica cómo alteran los ecosistemas las plantas que no son originarias de un lugar.
En esta serie se explican las formas más importantes de energía alternativa que se usan actualmente, en este volumen conocerás todo acerca de los biocombustibles.
