In this basic introduction to the skin and its functions, four children take turns presenting different aspects of the skin, such as pigment and melanin, cuts and healing, fingerprints, and the sense of touch.

Interesting frog facts interspersed with jokes and bright photos puctuate the text to offer a rich introductory nonfiction reading expierience.

Just in time for the 100th anniversary of the Olympic-class passenger liner's ill-fated journey, this title is replete with brilliant photographs and exclusive in-depth coverage including Bob Ballard's 1985 discovery. Illustrations.

The complex development of rock is carefully explained, starting with common experience and gradually introducing difficult concepts through clearly illustrated graphics and detailed photographs. Bright, colorful design offers a fresh, enjoyable learning experience.

Welcome to the wacky world of meerkats, where groups of these furry friends team up to survive in the wild. Each meerkat has a job: babysitting the kids, guarding the troops, or foraging for food. Kids will be mesmerized by wonderful photographs and inviting text. This level 1 reader is written in easy-to-grasp text that will help kids learn about these cute critters and the power of teamwork!

Presents fascinating details about the exploration of Mars. Past research of the planet, current projects, and the possibility of future expeditions are all explored through text and graphics.

Lighthearted and entertaining stories reveal the amazing abilities of specific animals. Photos and factoids scattered throughout help breakup the text, making this a great choice for animal lovers and reluctant readers.

Dig into the amazing past of ancient Egypt in this new Level 3 Reader from National Geographic Kids. From pyramids and mummies to pharaohs and gods, kids will learn all about the history and culture of this fascinating land. Level 3 text provides accessible yet wide-ranging information for fluent readers. The expert-vetted text, along with brilliant photos and a fun approach to reading have proved ...

A fascinating look at an annual event in nature. Truly remarkable! This will especially please young readers with curiosity about the natural world.

"While three sections highlight three different species that migrate, the pattern is comfortable and allows space for processing new and interesting facts. Sparse illustrations break up the photograph-rich design that gives voice to informative text that emphasizes the challenges each species faces and the care humans have taken or may need to take to help them thrive."

Quality photographs complement informative text, providing a realistic background to additional insights presented through illustrations, maps, riddles, and diagrams. Context and scale is clearly shown throughout by word and illustration. Engaging.

Driven by an overwhelming sense of faith, direction, and conviction, Harriet Tubman risked her life repeatedly for the causes of freedom and equality. An amazing life beautifully captured in this biography for developing readers.

Every photograph is used in an instructive manner and is generally overlaid by an illustration, connecting line, or given a side bar with more detailed information. Just enough text to inform and pique curiosity of night sky wonders. Clear explanations and a collection of new words rounds out a glossary in the book's closing.

Great photographs and informative text provide interesting facts about trains and their history.

This makes the complex digestion process accessible for early readers through simple illustrations and methodic presentation of important details. Concepts layer throughout to eventually convey a bigger picture that makes sense and becomes practical for understanding health and wellness.

This is a brilliant combination of fact and opinion, photographs and illustrations, literal and metaphor, serious and humorous. A significant amount of new information is made manageable through a comfortable pattern from page to page that shows and tells where in the world the animal lives, its physical descriptors and peculiarities, size, life span, and diet, its life cycle, a unique feature, an ...

Arguably the key document in American history, the Constitution was far from an easily-reached conclusion. What were the issues and arguments? Who were the key players? With fascinating detail, this book pulls back the curtain on the drama surrounding the establishment of government, rights, and responsibilities.

This is a perfect blend of historical retelling and technical detail that shows the airship's place in the evolution of flight. The story-like text presents airships within the context of world events, helping readers understand the influence one had on the other, and how these influences may have contributed to the Hindenburg's demise. Compelling and instructive reading.