Books with author Alicia Z. Klepeis

Ever wonder how plants reach toward the sun? Or how water gets from the roots to the leaves? A plant’s stem is like a highway, transporting water and food where it’s needed. Dig in to discover how stems work to support a plant’s survival.

Introduces readers to the life, diet, habitat, behavior, and physical description of American beavers. Colorful spreads, fun facts, diagrams, a range map, and a special reading feature make this an exciting read for animal lovers and report writers alike.

Presents facts about the nation of Kenya, covering such aspects as history, economy, language, and the arts.

Provides an overview of Portugal and its culture, describing its economy, environment, food, and traditions.

Do you think you know everything there is to know about music? Think again! Get the inside scoop on some surprising music industry trivia.

Often described as a place of sunshine, surfing, and kangaroos, Australia has a history as varied as its continent's geography. This book explores Australia's history, government, economy, and lifestyles, showing readers what it's like to live Down Under.

Some are bigger than a school bus. Others are as small as a candy sprinkle. Some make people itch. What are they? Plant leaves! Find out why leaves are a certain shape and size, how they help plants grow, and perform your own experiment to find out just what leaves need to grow.

Zombies love to feast on brains and flesh―so do some organisms in nature! Readers will learn all about creatures that eat brains.

Satisfy inquisitive readers appetite for the strange and bizarre with The World s Strangest Foods. Filled with dozens of amazing photos and fun trivia facts, young readers will learn about weird and gross foods from around the world, such as deep-fried bugs, blood pudding, breadfruit, and fermented fish.

Chronicles the life of the Biblical leader who brought the Hebrews out of slavery in Egypt, based on legends and later histories as well as the Bible, and considers the historical background.

Explains the creation of the Golden Gate Bridge, including why it was built, how the bridge was designed, and its legacy as one of America's most famous landmarks.

Explains the creation of Mount Rushmore, including why it was built, how it was designed, and its legacy as one of America's most famous landmarks.