Books with author Chana Stiefel

Zombie alert! Meet the real-life monsters of the animal kingdom and explore the gory, gross, and creepy behaviors these creatures have honed in order to survive.Do monsters really exist? Find out for yourself in this fun-filled book, featuring some real-life wonders of nature: zombifying parasites, bloodsucking vampires, aliens, sea beasts, ghosts, and more. Discover more than 50 creatures with unusual talents, find out what makes each animal tick, and whether they are truly "monsters" after all. Features include eye-popping photography, spine-tingling scientific info, the most up-to-date research, and fun facts for extra knowledge. You'll also meet the "Mad Scientist" experts who study these creatures, explore the creepy origins of their mythical counterparts, and learn how these spooky adaptations help them survive.

Discover the ways that tsunamis form, the destruction they can cause, and what scientists and communities are doing to better prepare for them.A True Book: Earth Science series presents fascinating facts and fun activities that will engage the budding earth scientist, while exploring the fields of geology, meteorology, ecology, and more. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.

Discover how thunderstorms are formed and predicted, including information on how these storms affect plants, animals, and humans.A True Book: Earth Science series presents fascinating facts and fun activities that will engage the budding earth scientist, while exploring the fields of geology, meteorology, ecology, and more. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.

Zombie alert! Meet the real-life monsters of the animal kingdom and explore the gory, gross, and creepy behaviors these creatures have honed in order to survive.Do monsters really exist? Find out for yourself in this fun-filled book, featuring some real-life wonders of nature: zombifying parasites, bloodsucking vampires, aliens, sea beasts, ghosts, and more. Discover more than 50 creatures with unusual talents, find out what makes each animal tick, and whether they are truly "monsters" after all. Features include eye-popping photography, spine-tingling scientific info, the most up-to-date research, and fun facts for extra knowledge. You'll also meet the "Mad Scientist" experts who study these creatures, explore the creepy origins of their mythical counterparts, and learn how these spooky adaptations help them survive.

In Lives of Stars: From Supernovas to Black Holes, students will learn all about the stars that make up the universe and make observations about the Sun, Moon, and stars to describe patterns that can be predicted. Filled with fun facts, young learners will love exploring the scientific information and drawing conclusions about life now and in the future. The Inside Outer Space series takes readers on an intergalactic journey that unravels the mysteries of the universe. Each 24-page book informs readers in grades K–3 on the Sun, Earth, planets, and stars, while also igniting imaginations about the unknown. Stunning photographs and diagrams engage readers, while text-based questions aid in reading comprehension

Teaming up with The Weather Channel to answer ALL of your questions about weather- everything and how to survive!Forces of Nature will answer ALL of your questions about weather- everything from thunderous storms to earthquakes, blizzards, hurricanes, and more! Featuring a foil cover and packed with EXCLUSIVE full-color images from The Weather Channel, this book shows exactly how wild weather forms, what it can do, and how to prepare and survive the forces of nature that can strike our planet with tips from TWC experts.

Animal Adventures: Safari takes you on a journey to explore the African savanna. Have fun while learning and see all of your favorite animals like you never have before, with colorful illustrations and fascinating facts, and then by building a diorama. Everything you need to explore the savanna is right here. This unique set includes a book full of colorful illustrations and intriguing facts about safari animals, plus three-dimensional animal models and a diorama with reusable stickers. Journey to the African savanna to learn everything you need to know about these fascinating creatures. Animal Adventures: Safari offers a unique learning experience as you meet wild and exotic animals face-to-face.

In Lives of Stars: From Supernovas to Black Holes, students will learn all about the stars that make up the universe and make observations about the Sun, Moon, and stars to describe patterns that can be predicted. Filled with fun facts, young learners will love exploring the scientific information and drawing conclusions about life now and in the future. The Inside Outer Space series takes readers on an intergalactic journey that unravels the mysteries of the universe. Each 24-page book informs readers in grades K–3 on the Sun, Earth, planets, and stars, while also igniting imaginations about the unknown. Stunning photographs and diagrams engage readers, while text-based questions aid in reading comprehension

- Clean new design for easy readability and comprehension- Updated text presented in a lively, continuous narrative- New center-spread sidebar feature presenting material in a fun, creative way- Excellent age-appropriate introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects- Important Words glossary clarifies subject-specific vocabulary- Resources section encourages independent study- Index makes navigating subject matter easy