Discusses the penguin life cycle and the ecology of Antarctica, where they live.

"A thoughtful and age-appropriate introduction to an unimaginable event--the Holocaust. The Holocaust was a genocide on a scale never before seen, with as many as twelve million people killed in Nazi death camps--six million of them Jews. Gail Herman traces the rise of Hitler and the Nazis, whose rabid anti-Semitism led first to humiliating anti-Jewish laws, then to ghettos all over Eastern Europe, and ultimately to the Final Solution. She presents...

"Asteroids come in all shapes and sizes--and hit our planet in them, too. But what happens if a catastrophically large one approaches earth? By looking on the ground at historical asteroid craters and present-day falls, and up into space for the big ones yet to come, a wide variety of scientists are trying to figure out how to track asteroids--and how to avoid devastating impacts in the future."-- Provided by publisher.

"A recreation of the first Thanksgiving reveals the actual events during the three days that the Wampanoag people and the colonists came together."

"With their striking appearance and distinctive hoot, hoot, owls are one of the most recognizable birds in the world. But did you know there are more than 200 types of owls living in the world? This new and updated edition, vetted by an expert, includes the latest information on owl sizes and statistics, their varied nesting habits, and the current conservation efforts to save these endangered birds. With their striking appearance and distinctive...

"While the Cambodia of today has its roots in ancient times, the country has undergone a rapid transformation. As Cambodians adapt to new technologies, the culture of the people remains resilient. Their customs and ceremonies, holidays and celebrations, are thriving. The dominant religion of Buddhism is integrally connected to most people's daily lives, and many festivals revolve around religious traditions. A small minority of Cambodians practice...

An overview of the Summer Olympics from Grecian times through 2012.

From the acclaimed duo Dianna Hutts Aston and Sylvia Long comes this gorgeous look at the fascinating world of beetles. From fireflies to rainbow scarab beetles, an incredible variety of beetles is showcased here in all their splendor. Poetic in voice and elegant in design, this carefully researched book will spark the imagination of children in a classroom reading circle as well as on a parent's lap. -- Provided by dustjacket.

After an epidemic causes most New Yorkers to flee, Candace Chen stays behind and continues her routine: going to work, getting paid, and blogging about the deserted city. Eventually, though, Candace will have to leave--putting her at the mercy of a power-hungry IT specialist named Bob.

From the Sibert medal winning author of TEAM MOON and the bestselling GIRLS THINK OF EVERYTHING comes a riveting, timely account of panda conservation efforts in China, perfect for budding environmentalists and activists.