Joyce L Markovics

Presents easy-to-read information about earthquakes, including causes, effects, and tips on earthquake safety.

Huge. Colorful. Ancient. Welcome to China! Look inside to learn about the land, cities, food, holidays, and wildlife of this incredible country."--Page [4] of cover.

"Colorful. Busy. Beautiful. Welcome to India! Look inside to learn about the land, cities, food, holidays, and wildlife of this incredible country."--Page [4] of cover.

"In this book, young readers learn about color with food as an example."--

In December 1952, a thick layer of black smog blanketed London. The filthy air blinded people on the streets and brought traffic to a screeching halt. Worst of all, the pollution was deadly. It sickened 100,000 people and took the lives of 4,000. Killer Smog: London, England traces the devastating story of air pollution that took thousands of lives and brought London to a standstill. Fascinating photos of the actual events, maps, and fact boxes enrich...

"Smart architecture includes buildings that use advanced technology. This book showcases cutting-edge smart buildings--from apartments and houses to offices and factories--and the architects who built them. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, design activity, and sidebars"--

Twisted vines cover crumbling buildings. Shards of glass jut out of empty windows. The wind whips up a cloud of dust. Could someone—or something—be living in this eerie town forgotten by time? Get ready to read four spine-tingling stories about ghostly towns! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art in the book will engage...

Describes the activities within a honey bee hive.

Introduction to the ostrich.

An introduction to the walrus.