Barbara M. Linde

Not all honeybees are alike. Some are workers, some are drones, and one is even called the queen. Even though there are different types, all honeybees have the same beginning-as eggs in a honeycomb. Readers will discover all the changes a honeybee goes through in its life, from egg to adult. Colorful images show honeybees performing the many tasks of a busy hive life. Series Review: Nature's Life Cycles"This Eclectic Assortment Of Creatures Showcases...

Why does a baby opossum live in its mother's pouch? When can an opossum live on its own? Why are humans a danger to opossums? From inside the mother's pouch to life outside the den, this is an engaging exploration of America's only wild marsupial. Fun facts and vivid photographs teach readers about every stage of an opossum's life. Series Review: Nature's Life Cycles"This Eclectic Assortment Of Creatures Showcases Typical Animal Life Cycles...The...

This vital guide teaches readers how to make their online profiles more private. It also stresses the importance of keeping information from users they don't know and highlights the many reasons to avoid "friending" a stranger on the Web.

Describes the special features of this ancient breed of horse, originally bred by the Bedouin nomadic tribes of the Middle Eastern desert.

As readers turn the pages of this inviting book, they'll identify where different resources are found around the world. They will be able to discuss the importance of the resources to the local and global economies. By combining resource maps with climate and physical maps, students will be able to explain why particular resources are found in certain areas. A concluding activity allows readers to apply what they've learned.

"The final resting place for many of America's heroes is located only a few miles from our nation's capital. This high-interest text will take readers on a tour of the cemetery and point out the graves of some well-known patriots, including President John F. Kennedy, Jr. A detailed map guides readers as they locate sections and specific gravesites. Descriptions of ceremonies help readers understand how these events show respect for those who gave...

"Where should we vacation if we want to see mountains? Where can we go to be near a big lake? Is there a desert in Kansas? As students read All About Physical Maps, they'll be able to answer these questions and more. They'll learn to interpret a map legend and identify natural features. Comparing physical maps of the same area over time will aid children in identifying changes to the landscape. Readers will apply their knowledge by creating a physical...

Explains the concept of right angles using the classic folded-paper art of origami, and provides directions for making several origami forms.

Discusses the connection between modern and ancient insects and looks at several examples of insect fossils preserved in sediment, amber, and tar.

Profiles the hard-working, easily-trained Appaloosa horse, typically distinguished by a spotted coat and striped hooves. They are descendants of horses brought to the Americas by Spanish explorers and were then used by various Native American tribes.