Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and endangered status of manatees.

Offers information on snakes, including physical charcteristics, habitat, diet, and reproduction.

Provides information about the ancient Maya, discussing farming, daily life, beliefs, and other related topics.

An illustrated introduction to constellations that explains how constellations are useful, who discovered them, and related topics.

An exploration of the Navajo Indians, discussing the nation's relationship with Spaniards and settlers, culture, crafts, and more.

Explains what geology is, shows how the Earth itself and rocks change, and looks at how geologists study the polar regions and outer space.

Discover the wonder and learn the truth about our rocky home. Why does life exist on Earth but nowhere else in our solar system? What causes Earth's seasons? What makes up the Earth's interior? This book answers these questions and many more about our rocky home. From Earth's place in space, to its atmosphere and time zones, everything readers need to know about planet Earth is covered!Planets and stars, moons and galaxies! The universe is a vast...

Describes the Southwestern region of the United States, including the geography, weather, local animals, native peoples, and history of the region.