Become an eyewitness to how reptiles sense the world, move and use camouflage in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of these scaly creatures. Children will be mesmerized by the many different types of reptile species, from small pets to large crocodiles.

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of zebras, the striped African horses. Also included is a story from folklore explaining how zebras came to have striped fur"-- Provided by publisher.

"Elmer gantry was drunk. He was eloquently drunk, lovingly and pugnaciously drunk. He leaned against the bar of the Old Home Sample Room, the most gilded and urbane saloon in Cato, Missouri, and requested the bartender to join him in "The Good Old Summer Time,'' the waltz of the day. Blowing on a glass, polishing it and glancing at Elmer through its flashing rotundity, the bartender remarked that he wasn't much of a hand at this here singing business....

"A 22-volume, highly illustrated, A-Z general encyclopedia for all ages, featuring sections on how to use World Book, other research aids, pronunciation key, a student guide to better writing, speaking, and research skills, and comprehensive index"-- Provided by publisher.

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of hippopotamuses, the large African mammals. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why hippos live mostly in water"-- Provided by publisher.

It is the late 10th century, and you are one of a hardy band of young adventurers who plan to sail all the way from Scandinavia to Vinland in North America. Will you survive this arduous voyage in a fragile open boat?

"From skiing in the Green Mountains to touring the historic state capitol in Montpelier, there's lots to see and do in Vermont! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Vermont special."--Amazon.com.

Italy is one of the world s oldest countries. Its history is rich with many memorable characters. In this book, readers examine what it is like to live in Italy today. They explore the country s past and other aspects, such as its economy, government, and food. Complete with colorful photographs, this is a book sure to introduce young readers to an ancient culture. Fact Boxes, Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Glossary, Illustrations,...

France is a country full of culture, art, and history. Some of the world s most celebrated artists and historical figures came from France. Today, France continues to hold an important place in the world. French food is among the most well known. Many people around the world speak French. Complete with brightly colored photographs and a sharp, engaging design, this book examines many different aspects of French culture, from its history to its economy...

Photographs accompanied by simple vocabulary introduce a range of family activities such as walking, eating and reading.