Gail Gibbons

Explores the intricate relationship between seeds and the plants which they produce.

"The life cycle of the monarch butterfly begins when it is a tiny egg clinging to a leaf. In time, it goes through a transformation called metamorphosis to become a butterfly, and in the fall, it can migrate almost 100 miles each day. In this book, follow the story of one monarch butterfly and learn about what it eats, how it grows, and more."--Dust jacket flap.

An introduction to the history and customs of Thanksgiving.

For centuries people believed in unicorns, legendary creatures that were said to have magical powers. Today these one-horned creatures still have a special power -- the power to capture our imaginations.

Dive into the world's oceans to explore the adventurous lives of one of the oldest living animals. Descended from enormous prehistoric creatures, sea turtles are fascinating. Hatched from eggs smaller than a baseball, some can grow to weigh over a thousand pounds. Once adults, they can live to be around 100 years old. And when it's time to nest, they migrate more than 1,000 miles.

Discusses what is found in a library and how different libraries serve their communities.

Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, habitats, and different kinds of spiders.

Describes the climatic conditions of the rain forest as well as the different layers of plants and animals that comprise the ecosystem. Describes the climatic conditions of the rain forest as well as the different layers of plants and animals that comprise the ecosystem

Describes the history and process of potterymaking by following a potter through a day of work.

As the seasons pass, Arnold enjoys a variety of activities as a result of his apple tree. Includes a recipe for apple pie and a description of how an apple cider press works.