Christine Webster

Jeff Kinney is the author of he popular Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. The books read like the personal diary of a real boy. Find out more in Jeff Kinney, one of the titles in the Great Storytellers series. This exciting series profiles and celebrates significant children's authors. Each book highlights the journey of a great storyteller from aspiring writer to published author.

"The Holidays around the World series has been developed for children ages 5 to 7. Each title explores the history, traditions, and features of a holiday celebrated around the world"--

Jane Goodall is the world's leading expert on chimpanzees. She has been able to show people that chimpanzees are smart, social animals. Find out more in Jane Goodall, one of the titles in the My First Science Biography series.

Sir Isaac Newton is best known for his studies on forces and how objects move. His work answered many questions about how the world worked. Find out more in Sir Isaac Newton, one of the titles in the My First Science Biography series.

Do people describe you as a kind person? Are you interested in animals and nature? If this sounds familiar, you might be a Virgo.

Porcupines are best known for the long, pointed quills growing from their back and sides. A porcupine can have as many as 30,000 quills. Find out more in Porcupine, one of the titles in the Backyard Animals series.

Mauna Loa rises more than 13,000 feet (4,962 meters) above the Pacific Ocean. It is the largest volcano on Earth. Discover more in Mauna Loa, one of the titles in the Natural Wonders of the World series. This series leads young readers on a fascinating tour of some of the world's greatest geographical features.

"The Great Wall of China was built to stop intruders from invading the country. Construction began more than 2,000 years ago. The wall took more than 1,000 years to build. Find out more in The Great Wall of China, a title in the Structural Wonders of the World series. These books identify some of the worlds best-known structures, exploring their history, the people responsible for their creation, and the science behind their construction."--Provided...

An introduction to the physical characteristics, natural habitats, history, and folklore of the coyote.

"The word mosquito comes from an old Spanish word that means 'little fly.' These insects flap their wings so quickly that it makes a buzzing sound. Learn more about these pests in Mosquitoes, part of the Ouch! Biting Bugs series. Each title in this series explores the life cycle, habitat, and dangers posed by a biting arthropod."--Back cover.