Christina Leaf

A beluga whale swims among the icebergs. It's hard for predators to spot in this snowy environment! From polar bears to albino animals, beginning readers will learn all about white creatures in our world.

Would you like to visit Mars? What about Venus? This nonfiction title teaches kids about the rocky inner planets of the solar system. Narrative text takes readers from planet to planet, while colorful illustrations show off each planet's features. Fun facts offer bonus information, while an infographic sums up important information about the planets. Questions engage readers and ask them to think creatively, making this a journey that is both fun...

Uh-oh, the car won't start. Better call a mechanic! Mechanics test, care for, and repair the machines that keep our world running. This informative title helps readers understand the busy world of these community helpers.

Rusty boats litter the ground. The smell of dead fish fills the air. Who would believe the Salton Riviera was once a popular vacation spot? Once host to thousands of beachgoers, the area now sits empty. This high-interest book will outline just what caused the community's decline. Special features such as maps, timelines, and fun facts add even more to this interesting title.

Yosemite National Park is home to Yosemite Falls, the tallest waterfall in North America! In this title, young readers will get to explore the waterfall as well as the park's many other interesting features. Readers will learn about the park's formation, human history, wildlife, and popular activities. Along the way, special features profile animals, highlight climate, detail the park's formation, and more. At the end of the book, a full-spread feature...

The last insect to need a megaphone would be a cicada. No bug is louder than a male cicada buzzing for a female! This title shouts cool cicada facts at kids, including that cicada noisemakers are called tymbals and that nymphs can stay underground for up to 17 years!

One of the most ancient cat breeds still popular today is the Manx. Manx cats are tailless, sociable, and strong, originating from an island off the coast of Britain. Due to their oceanside beginnings, these felines sometimes play in the kitchen sink! Investigate the lives of these quirky cats in this title for early readers.

What do walruses use their whiskers for? Beginning readers can find out this and more in this introduction to these ocean mammals. Colorful photos and supportive text highlight walrus body parts, diet, and daily life, while diagrams and other features reiterate the content. This Arctic adventure is perfect for readers just starting out!

Let's celebrate Earth! This fun title offers Earth-friendly crafts and recipes to celebrate our planet with an Earth Day party. Step-by-step instructions help readers prepare food, drinks, and decorations, while short introductions offer information about the projects. Eco-conscious readers will be ready to party with the activities in this makerspace title!

Just like people, animals sometimes get sick or injured. Veterinarians are the caring helpers who come to the rescue! Veterinarians are animal experts who treat wounds, perform surgeries, and provide medicine to the animals we love. This title offers readers a look into the caring work of veterinarians.