Anita Ganeri

Introduces the history, culture, and people of ancient Rome and examines its many contributions to Western society.

Describes many different kinds of ghosts, and explains the specter spectrum, from spirits that appear in ancient myths to the contemporary ghost hunters who use modern technology to study paranormal activity.

Did you know that when a piranha breaks or loses a tooth, a new one grows back? Read about this and other physical features of a piranha in this day in the life book and find out how these fearsome fish hunt for food, ward off predators, move through thewater, and sleep.

"Join intrepid explorers Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel the globe exploring the world's most exciting habitats! This book looks at deserts around the world such as the Sahara, Gobi and Mojave Deserts and more, taking in a multitude of sand dunes, salt lakes, amazing animals and plants along the way."-- Provided by publisher.

An amazing introduction to jungle and rainforest life accompanied by brilliant full color photos of creatures in action. Learn how the animals that spend their lives surrounded by some of the world's biggest forests hunt for food, raise their young or hide from predators such as giant spiders, poisonous frogs, hungry jaguars, and much much more!

Advises on how to choose and care for a pet dog.

What does being adopted mean for young children? This picture book from the Questions and Feelings About ... series uses child-friendly text and interactive questions to address that question. It includes a helpful section with advice, practical tips, and activities for caregivers and teachers.