The perfect introduction to how we talk and think about the weather Everyone talks about the weather, but what does it all mean? In clear, accessible language, Gail Gibbons introduces many common terms--like moisture, air pressure, and temperature--…
Describes the origins and history of Halloween traditions and festivities from ancient times to the present day.
Find out where your favorite crunchy, refreshing fruit comes from in this snack-sized book. Apples come in all shapes and sizes from all over the world. Take a bite and chew on months of planting, growing, picking, and selling that bring this tasty…
Juice, jelly, cider, pie, or straight off the tree...apples are delicious Discover the well-loved tradition of growing and picking apples - a fruit that has been in existence for about two million years. Explore the history of the apple but also th…
GAIL GIBBONS takes readers over land, sea, and air in this fascinating introduction to diverse methods of transportation. From planes, trains, and automobiles to biking, scooting, and boating, people all around the world have developed many means a…
From cars and trains to plains and boats, people all around the world have developed diverse means and methods of travel. In this fascinating exploration of transportation, Gail Gibbons employs her signature, colorful artwork and accessible text to…
What are vegetables, anyway? Give kids the 411 on veggies with this richly illustrated introduction to produce Peppers, beans, corn, and peas Nonfiction superstar Gail Gibbons lays out the basics of veggies with colorful watercolors and straightfo…
Who knew there were so many different kinds of vegetables? Nonfiction pro Gail Gibbons responds to the need for books on good nutrition with this accessible exploration of vegetables. From glossy red peppers to lush, leafy greens to plump orange pum…
Describes the different types of vegetables and explains where they come from and how they end up in the grocery store.
What in the world is a hurricane? In this age of extreme weather, this newly updated edition of Gail Gibbons' informative introduction to hurricanes, with safety tips included, answers that question. Imagine a force that can toss boats around like…
Berries, apples, melons and grapes; oranges, grapefruits, bananas--yum This scrumptious collection of facts, a companion to The Vegetables We Eat, offers youngsters an inviting, information-packed cornucopia of favorite fruits. Gail Gibbons combines…
Berries, apples, melons and grapes; oranges, grapefruits, bananas--yum This scrumptious picture book, a companion to The Vegetables We Eat, offers youngsters an inviting, information-packed cornucopia of favorite fruits. Gail Gibbons combines a clea…
Berries, apples, melons and grapes; oranges, grapefruits, bananas--yum This scrumptious picture book, a companion toThe Vegetables We Eat, offers youngsters an inviting, information-packed cornucopia of favorite fruits. Gail Gibbons combines a clear…
Passenger and freight trains are useful, and fun to watch.
A lushly illustrated introduction to one of the world's most complicated ecosystems, the rain forest, from Washington Post/Children's Book Guild Award winner Gail GibbonsNature's Green Umbrella continues to inspire an interest in rain forests among…
The beloved Atlantic Puffin was nearly extinct, till some enterprising scientists came to its rescue... Puffins along the coast of Maine were once hunted to near-extinction. Now, through a careful breeding program, scientists eagerly await the puff…
The beloved Atlantic Puffin was nearly extinct, till some enterprising scientists came to its rescue... Gail Gibbons introduces readers to the fascinating lives of puffins and puffin conservation. Puffins along the coast of Maine were once hunted t…
A bright flotilla awaits in this exciting nonfiction board book-- perfect for toddlers who love things that go, go, go Rowboats, canoes, sailboats, speedboats, cruise ships, submarines, tugboats, and more Boats come in all sizes and we use them in…
'Before the zoo opens each day a small army of keepers, vendors, and maintenance workers perform the daily tasks of cleaning and setting up. Then the crowds flock in. . . . The busy pictures are filled with details and action. The writing is crisp,…
Toddlers who love tools will love this book A board book guide to tools and what they do from beloved nonfiction author Gail Gibbons is great for parents to share with their youngest builders. What are tools? How do they help us make things? For bu…
Growing from tiny tadpoles to massive master jumpers, frogs and their life cycles are fascinating. How far can frogs jump? Why do their eggs look slimy? Answer these questions and many more in this illustrated introduction to amphibians. With her s…
Get the buzz on bees in this classic nonfiction picture book by Washington Post/Children's Book Guild Award winner Gail Gibbons Ever wondered how a jar of honey is made? Thousands of bees visit more than one million flowers to gather the nectar that…
What is life like in a coral reef? What do corals eat? Why are corals more colorful at nighttime? Learn about some of the most beautiful locations in the natural world Marine biologists believe coral reefs existed 400 million years ago, when dinosau…
60 trucks that haul, tow, lift, dig, rescue--and sell ice cream -- are featured in this book sized to appeal to the youngest readers. Trucks dig holes, trucks push heavy loads, trucks haul, pull, lift, and dig. 60 trucks, and what they do, are shown…
Here is a fascinating journey through those dark, mysterious hollow places on earth--sea caves, lava caves, ice caves, and more. Caves and Caverns also includes information on where to go, what to bring, and how to have a safe, exciting spelunking a…
Explore a lush garden of plant life. . . . from your bookshelf Packed with science concepts, this picture book will tell you everything you need to know about flowers. A Eureka Nonfiction Honoree With her signature combination of clearly-labeled dia…
Thanksgiving is... A holiday for gratitude. It is turkey, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. It is a time to celebrate and share with family and friends. Explaining the roots of our familiar fall holiday in ancient harvest celebrations, Gail Gibbons'…
Pedal away with this board book introduction to bicycles For the toddler that loves anything that moves, this sturdy nonfiction board book is a perfect fit Award-winning author Gail Gibbons depicts nearly 40 bicycles, with simple text about the his…
An up-to-date, clear and interesting introduction to our magnificent moon from the the award-winning author of science books for children. Shining light on all kinds of fascinating facts about our moon, this simple, introductory book includes inform…
Presenting fascinating information on all kinds of bats, from how they use echoes to hear, to the legends that surround them and how to protect the species Though people often think of bats as scary, bats are really shy, gentle animals. There are ne…
Houses are built with many different materials, and in many shapes and sizes. Step by step, this picture book explains how homes are built--from the architect's plans through the arrival of a happy family. The many processes of construction are exp…
Shows how architects, carpenters, plumbers, masons, electricians, painters, and landscapers collaborate to construct a wood frame house and transform it into a home
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After the sun sets, on clear nights points of light begin to appear in the sky. But when we look up at the night sky, what are we seeing? Basic facts about the stars, as well as how we look at and learn about them, are introduced through simple tex…
An introduction to the characteristics of deserts and the plants and animals that inhabit them.
Football is fun--but how does it work? Find all the basics in this lively guide for the youngest football fans from Washington Post/Children's Book Guild Award winner Gail Gibbons In this illustrated picture book, young readers will learn about: The…
Dive into the world's oceans to explore the adventurous lives of one of the oldest living animals. Descended from enormous prehistoric creatures, sea turtles are fascinating. Hatched from eggs smaller than a baseball, some can grow to weigh over a t…
Retells the life of St. Patrick, including six of the legends about the Irish saint, and offers facts about how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated today
Basketball is fun--but how does it work? Find all the basics in this lively guide for the youngest basketball fans from Washington Post/Children's Book Guild Award winner Gail Gibbons In this illustrated picture book, young readers will learn about:…
Cold winters, hot summers--year after year the seasons repeat themselves. But what causes them? Why is there winter in the Southern Hemisphere at the same time there is summer in the Northern Hemisphere? In summertime, why is it still light out in…
Gail Gibbons, creator of beloved STEM picture books, presents an apple tree's changes through all four seasons, as witnessed by the child who loves it. In bright illustrations and simple text, Arnold collects apple blossoms in spring, builds a tree…
Best-selling nonfiction maven Gail Gibbons explores elephants, the world's largest land animal. Elephants are very intelligent and social, with a trunk that serves as nose, foot, hand, and tool. Using her signature combination of clear information a…
Cheep . . . cheep . . . cluck Everything you ever wanted to know about chickens and eggs--except which came first. With bright watercolor illustrations and simple, clear language, nonfiction master Gail Gibbons shows young readers everything there…
Clickety-clack. Clickety-clack. Choo, choo Race down the tracks with this colorful book all about trains. In this fun nonfiction picture book, Gail Gibbons introduces the youngest readers to all kinds of trains. Featuring powerful locomotives, hug…
A bright and colorful introduction to trees, leaves, and their inner workings. Trees shelter and surround us. Their leaves offer shade from the hot summer sun. In autumn, they dazzle us with color. In winter, they stand tall against a cold and snow…
A giant meteor blasts an enormous crater into Earth's surface, causing the end of what scientists call the Age of Dinosaurs. Gail Gibbons presents the most recent and up-to-date theories about the history of dinosaurs and dinosaur discoveries. She d…
Flowers, trees, fruits--plants are all around us, but where do they come from? With simple language and bright illustrations, non-fiction master Gail Gibbons introduces young readers to the processes of pollination, seed formation, and germination…
Introduce young readers to the fascinating and colorful process of how caterpillars become butterflies. As we follow the transformation of a tiny white egg laid on a leaf to a brilliantly-colored butterfly, award-winning writer and artist Gail Gibbo…
Are sharks really dangerous? How many kinds are there? And how do they help the environment? From huge whale sharks to tiny dwarf sharks, this book has everything you need to know about one of our most popular--and mysterious--sea creatures. Million…
What in the world is a tornado? In this age of extreme weather, this newly updated edition of Gail Gibbons' informative introduction to tornadoes, with safety tips included, answers that question. Tornadoes form when hot, humid air rises from the g…
Observe a herd of African elephants in their natural habitat and discover the many amazing facts about them, from trunk to tail. Elephants are the largest land animals alive today. Intelligent and social, they are amazing creatures that live all acr…
Every February 2nd, people all across the country wonder about the groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil. Will he see his shadow on that day or won't he? Will spring come early or late? Gail Gibbons combines clear, simple wording with her signature illustrat…
