Describes some of the signs of summer, including changes in light and temperature, plants in flower, green leaves, young animals starting on their own, and other differences, and suggests related activities

Simple sentence construction, repetition of high-frequency words, and low word count make this book ideal for children who are beginning to read and require help or supervision. In Fun at the beach young readers will discover ways to stay safe around water and play in the sand.

Provides beginning readers with information about the habitat, life cycle and behavior of different species of sharks.

In 1996, archaeologists made an incredible discovery -- a huge, ancient burial place in the Western Desert of Egypt. As the team worked at the site, they discovered mummies encased in gold, jewels, coins, and jars that once held wine. What have archaeologists learned about life in ancient Egypt by studying the mummies? What secrets have the artifacts buried in the tombs revealed? And could it be possible that more than 10,000 ancient Egyptian mummies...

Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, isn't just one special day, but eight. Through the thoughtful text and engaging projects in this high-interest book, a follow-up to its popular predecessor, readers will explore more symbols that reflect the beliefs and traditions surrounding this Jewish holiday. They'll love making their own origami versions of menorahs, gift boxes, stars, and more. The folds and techniques artists will learn in each carefully explained...

Simple sentence construction, repetition of high-frequency words, and low word count make this book ideal for children who are beginning to read and require help or supervision. Young readers with discover what bird lays the biggest egg and see the fastest and tallest animals in the world.

Readers will discover what body parts animals have, including blue whales, great white sharks, and chameleons.

In the 1950s, a 4,000-year-old giant wooden ship was discovered buried in the Egyptian desert. In this book, readers will explore one of the most fascinating archaeological discoveries of the past century. They will also learn how ships and the Nile River were closely connected to the ancient Egyptians' belief in death and the afterlife.