Janey Levy

Plants grow in the ground, and their roots absorb from the soil the water and nutrients the plants need to grow, right? You'd be surprised. Some plants seem to possess secret powers. They don't grow in the ground. They grow on a host plant, but they're not parasites. They get the water and nutrients they need from rain, debris on the host plant, and even the air. These amazing plants are called epiphytes, or air plants. Readers of this fun and engaging...

"Imagine a battle between a bird and a rhinoceros. It might seem obvious that the rhinoceros would triumph. But the outcome isn't so clear when the bird in question is a cassowary-a large, heavy creature with a reputation as the world's deadliest bird. Young readers will thrill at the knowledge they uncover as they try to figure out which of these fascinating animals might prove victorious if they were to confront each other. Age-appropriate text...

Examines what happens during a tsunami, why they occur, and how to keep safe; and describes disastrous tsunamis throughout history.

Bill of Rights.

"Grizzly bears are a powerful, intimidating subspecies of brown bear. Just how threatening humans find them is revealed by the final part of their scientific name: Ursus arctos horribilis. Though much of their diet consists of fruit and nuts, make no mistake-these animals are apex predators. And they have the teeth and bite to prove it. Young readers will be delighted with what they learn about these formidable animals and their bite in this engaging...

Volcanoes are present throughout the world. When they erupt, they are extremely destructive. This book focuses on what causes an eruption and features examples of some of history's worst volcanic eruptions.

A collection of primary source materials highlights the story behind the Alamo and its place in the history of San Antonio, Texas.

Describes how several freestyle motocross tricks, such as the Nac-Nac, Cliffhanger, and Superman Seat Grab, are performed.

Who were the earliest Americans? When, how, and from where did they enter and spread across the continent? And what is their relationship to modern Native Americans?

A history of stock car racing looks at the cars, the drivers, and the races, from the beginning of the popular sport to the present day.