Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of different types of bears

"In this book, early fluent readers will marvel at the beauty of the Palace of Versailles, while learning about its history, location, many rooms, and art. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the palace's cultural history."--Provided by publisher.

"Earth-it's a disaster zone! For thousands of years, Earth has been awash with fearsome floods that race across its surface, destroying everything in their paths. But what causes these awesome forces of nature and where in the world are they most likely to occur? Discover the science behind super floods, the world's worst-ever super flood disasters, and the technology that scientists are using to help prevent devastating floods of the future."--Amazon....

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of chickens, as well as a discussion of how chickens are raised on farms.

This book shows readers how, by running for office, they can help solve problems that matter to them. It provides pointers for identifying an office that they might like to consider.

Shows the chaos that can ensue if one gives a moose a muffin and starts him on a cycle of urgent requests.

Introduces the Vikings, discussing why they went on raids, what they wore, what their ships were like, and how they shaped history.

In March 1900, San Francisco's health department investigated a strange and horrible death in Chinatown. A man had died of bubonic plague, one of the world's deadliest diseases. But how could that be possible? Bubonic Panic tells the true story of America's first plague epidemic--the public health doctors who desperately fought to end it, the political leaders who tried to keep it hidden, and the brave scientists who uncovered the plague's secrets....

How do horses live in the wild? What kind of pony lives near the North Pole? Why do horses wear shoes? In this book, you'll find the answers and lots more about the fascinating lives of horses and ponies.

"From hiking in Big Bend National Park to learning the history of the Alamo, there's lots to see and do in Texas! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Texas special."--