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Photographs and text explore the anatomy and life cycle of trees, examining the different kinds of bark, seeds, and leaves, the commercial processing of trees to make lumber, and the creatures that live in trees. -- Source other than Library of Congress.

"Jamaica is a popular tourist destination, but what is life like for the people who live on this Caribbean island? Readers find out as they explore chapters devoted to this nation's geography, government, religious and ethnic groups, leisure activities, and more. Vibrant photographs highlight the beauty of the Jamaican landscape and people, and maps provide an additional visual element. Sidebars and fact boxes help develop a sense of curiosity about...

Relates the exploits of the four Alden children as they locate a missing man. The Boxcar children are determined to solve the mystery that surrounds an old yellow house on their grandfather's property. Strange things have happened in that house where long ago a man disappeared.

"The history of Vietnam is complicated and filled with conflict, and that history has impacted the nation's culture in major ways. Readers explore the relationship between Vietnam's history, geography, and culture in this thoroughly updated look at the Southeast Asian nation. With chapters highlighting economics, arts, religion, language, and the lifestyles of the Vietnamese people, readers are given a comprehensive overview of Vietnam that is enhanced...

A collection of artworks inspired by the lives and achievements of fifty famous women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, from the ancient world to the present, profiles each notable individual. Full of art, this collection also contains infographics about relevant topics such as lab equipment, rates of women currently working in STEM fields, and an illustrated scientific glossary. The trailblazing women profiled include well-known...

"Readers explore the vast lands and unique cultural groups of Africa's largest nation in this comprehensive guide to life in Algeria. Focused chapters detail this North African country's history, geography, economy, arts scene, and more. Readers even learn about Algerian cuisine and are invited to make their own with the help of clear recipes. Fact boxes provide fun information for future world travelers, sidebars inspire tomorrow's global citizens,...

"In this comprehensive guide to global culture, readers are given an in-depth look at life in Belgium. They explore its geography, history, arts, economy, and many other areas of life. Detailed sidebars introduce the concept of global citizenship and how Belgians have reflected that idea, fact boxes guide future world travelers, and stunning photographs depict the beauty of the Belgian landscape and the Belgian population. In addition, fun recipes...

Pinkalicious sneaks into Mr. Swizzle's malfunctioning cupcake machine and discovers a bigger surprise than she could have imagined.

As the easternmost country on the African continent, Somalia has been shaped by its geography from its earliest days. Readers examine the link between geography, history, current events, and culture in this comprehensive guide to life in Somalia. The focused chapters provide readers with essential information as well as colorful photographs. Additional elements such as fact boxes, sidebars, maps, and recipes give readers a complete picture of the...

Hold on to your hats for the conclusion of the celebrated hat trilogy by Caldecott Medalist Jon Klassen, who gives his deadpan finale a surprising new twist. Two turtles have found a hat. The hat looks good on both of them. But there are two turtles. And there is only one hat. ... Evoking hilarity and sympathy, the shifting eyes tell the tale in this brilliantly paced story in three parts, highlighting Jon Klassen's visual comedy and deceptive simplicity....