Valerie Bodden

"An introduction to the ways that writers compose the content of speeches. Excerpts and analysis help to explain the importance of persuasiveness and spoken sound in this nonfiction form"--Provided by publisher.

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of owls, the winged nighttime hunters. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why some owls have big eyes and ears"--Provided by publisher.

This biography examines the life of Helen Keller using easy-to-read, compelling text. Through striking historical and contemporary images and photographs and informative sidebars, readers will learn about Keller's family background, childhood, education, and time as a world-renowned activist and speaker. Informative sidebars enhance and support the text.

"Meet these famously horned mammals! This book explores features and behaviors of rhinos, including their endangered status. A folk talk explains why these animals have bumpy, folded skin"--Provided by publisher.

"Meet Earth's heaviest lizard. This book introduces Komodo dragons to elementary kids, exploring their features and behaviors, including venomous bite. A folk talk explains why people of Indonesia respect this large reptile"--Provided by publisher.

A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of sharks, the feared fishes of the sea. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why sharks have a bump on their heads.

"An exploration of the life cycle and life span of apples, using up-close photographs and step-by-step text to follow an apple's growth process from seed to seedling to mature tree"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a history of the Cherokee tribe in North America, chronicling key events and people, and describing the Cherokee's way of life. Includes past and present photographs, a Cherokee story, and suggestions for further information.

"Meet the peacock! Learn about how this colorful bird uses its tail feathers to find a mate. Elementary-aged readers will discover three kinds of peacocks. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these beautiful birds. An Asian folk tale explains why peacocks are so colorful. Includes table of contents, an index, on-page definitions, and further resources for interested readers"--Provided by publisher....

"A basic introduction to cockroaches, examining where they live, how they grow, what they eat, and the unique traits that help to define them, such as their ability to hold their breath"--Provided by publisher.