Joyce Markovics Bücher

"In this book, readers are introduced to learning about our planet, Earth"--

Introduces the planet Neptune and compares it with the Earth.

Young readers will learn all about the country, Kenya.

What's that prickly little ball? It's a hedgehog that has curled up its body. What is this strange little animal hiding from, and why is it covered in prickly spines? Beginning readers will learn the answers in this simple yet playful nonfiction text. They will also learn basic information about where hedgehogs live, what they eat, and all about their peculiar bodies and behaviors. Each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and eye-catching photos are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.

Engage in a unique reading experience that combines narrative with interactive puzzles. Clues embedded in the text challenge readers to decipher descriptions while visual puzzle pieces enhance the journey. This innovative approach blends storytelling with critical thinking, inviting readers to unravel mysteries and deepen their understanding through exploration and deduction.

Did you know that mushrooms are some of nature's best friends? Learn about how they help support a healthy environment and benefit people. In addition, readers will uncover how they can be used to make medicine and building materials. This colorful title includes sidebars, glossary, index, and activity about how readers can nurture nature.

"Bees are some of nature's best friends. Why? They help support a healthy environment. And, believe it or not, they also benefit people. For example, bees are powerful pollinators. They make honey and help produce many of the foods we eat. Look inside to learn all about bees, how they're being threatened, and what we can do to protect them!"--

One sunny morning in late summer, naturalist Doug Moore was driving in Madera Canyon in southeastern Arizona when he noticed a large animal on the road. He saw that the creature had a long snout, slender body, and long tail with rings of light and dark fur. At first he thought it looked like a monkey. After stopping his car for a better look, Doug saw that it wasn't a monkey at all--it was a white-nosed coati! These small mammals are rarely seen in the United States because their population has been reduced by hunting and habitat loss. In White-Nosed Raccoon's Cousin, kids go on a real-life adventure with wildlife biologists as they research these elusive creatures. Children will learn about the coatis' natural habitat, diet, behavior, and physical characteristics. Large, full-color photos and a dramatic narrative format will keep readers turning the pages.

Ecuador's vibrant culture is explored through its diverse cities, rich culinary traditions, festive holidays, and lively music scene, all set against a backdrop of stunning wildlife. The book provides an in-depth look at the country's unique characteristics, highlighting the interplay between its natural beauty and cultural heritage. Readers will gain insight into the local customs and the significance of various celebrations, offering a comprehensive understanding of Ecuador's identity.

Ringtails are small mammals that are sometimes called "miner's cats." They got their nickname in the 1800s, when miners in California and Arizona kept them as pets because they were so good at catching mice! Today, ringtails live in the wild throughout the Midwest and western United States, but people rarely see them. Ringtails are solitary animals that avoid people, and they are active at night, when most people are asleep. In Ringtail: Miner's Cat, kids go on a real-life adventure with biology professor David Wyatt as he tracks ringtails in an area of California called Sutter Buttes. Along the way, children will discover this fascinating animal's diet, behavior, habitat, and physical characteristics. Large, full color photos and a dramatic narrative format will keep readers turning the pages. Ringtail: Miner's Cat is part of Bearport's America's Hidden Animal Treasures series.