Books with author Ann O Squire

About 12.5 percent of all deaths in the world are caused by cancer, making it deadlier than AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria combined.Readers (Grades 3-5) will discover how this common, yet deadly disease is diagnosed and treated. They will also learn how different kinds of cancer affect the body differently and why some types are deadlier than others.

Slithering snakes, massive sea turtles, and fearsome alligators are just some of the 9,000 species that make up the animal class Reptilia.A True Book: Animal Kingdom series introduces young investigative readers to animal species, their habitats, unique abilities as well as an up-close look at the dangers these animals face today and find out how humans can help keep all animal species from disappearing forever. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study. Readers will learn how lizards, crocodiles, and other reptiles search for food, care for their young, and survive in a variety of natural habitats. They will also get an up-close look at the dangers these animals face today and find out how humans can help keep reptile species from disappearing forever.

In 2014, an outbreak of the deadly Ebola virus in West Africa made headlines around the world.Because the disease spreads easily and has no known cure, many people were terrified that it would spread throughout the world. Readers (Grades 3-5) will learn how the outbreak began and how Ebola spreads from person to person. They will also explore earlier Ebola outbreaks and find out what scientists and doctors are doing to fight against the illness today.

Learn about the longest and most unique bridges in the world.From China's remarkable Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge, which spans more than 100 miles, to the amazing Millau Viaduct, which allows drivers to travel almost 900 feet above the ground in southern France, bridges rank among man's most incredible engineering feats. Readers (Grades 3-5) will learn about some of the biggest and most unique bridges in history, from how they were planned and built to how they have stood the test of time.

Many people believe that careers in science are difficult, dull, and boring. However, this is far from the truth.Readers (Grades 3-5) will discover how science careers can be full of adventure and excitement as they learn about researchers who study the insides of active volcanoes, inventors who build incredible new robots, divers who swim alongside fearsome sharks, and much more. They will also find out how they can begin thrilling science careers of their own.

From tiny bats and mice to massive whales, mammals are a highly diverse group of animals. Readers will learn about the common traits shared by the approximately 5,000 species of mammals living today, discovering how animals as seemingly unalike as human beings and kangaroos could be related. They will also find out how mammal mother produce milk to feed their young and what threats are affecting wild mammals today.

Take a look beyond Saturn's rings and learn all about this star of the solar system!Saturn's shining rings have led some to call it the jewel of the solar system. Students will find out how this massive planet's heavy, gaseous atmosphere surrounds a core of rock and liquid. They will also learn how the planet was discovered and how scientists are working today to learn more about it.