Discusses the plants, animals, and characteristics of the rain forest biome
What is time? When did we first use it? Does it always work? How do animals tell time? A fun and fascinating look at time from the first calendars and clocks to the digital watches and precise time-keeping methods of today.
Artwork inspired by traditional Indian miniature paintings - including a four-page gatefold - is "visually striking." - Publishers Weekly. "While there are other versions of this folktale available, none match Demi's for authenticity, illustrative grandeur, and textual clarity." - School Library Journal, starred review
Some of the nicest people hate mathematics! Especially kids who think mathematic=arithmatic. YUK! But the i hate mathematics! book is here to prove to you that mathematics is more than adding, substracting, dividing, multiplying, and other horrifying functions. You'll discover that mathematics is really schemes to get rich quick, games such as "creep" and "pig" riddles, things to do when you ha…
Facts and figures to fill an ocean! Learn to count from zero to fifty, counting even numbers by two. Sound complicated? Not so, with page after page of unique and fascinating sea creatures to discover. Four odd-looking Clown Triggerfish help make counting fun and, although they have been extinct for millions of years, you can count thirty-two fierce-looking Elasmosaurs.
The "foxy little fishes" are on the prowl, and their numbers diminish suspiciously fast. Until at last there's only one piranha left--a proud overeater--and alas! he dangerously overreaches himself. Perfect for reading aloud, this jaunty poem is sure to be devoured by all who enjoy seeing that the greedy get just what they deserve. Full-color illustrations.