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The Kids' Book of Clouds & Sky
Frank Staub
Hardcover (Sterling, March 1, 2004)Why is the sky blue? How high are the clouds? What causes lightning and thunder? Can you find the end of the rainbow? Written in a concise, reader-friendly question-and-answer format, this informative guide is illustrated with hundreds of captivating photographs. Now kids can find the answers to dozens of questions about the natural wonders of the sky and weather. They’ll learn about various weather conditions, including humidity, fog, and storms, and be introduced to the different types of clouds, including cumulus, cirrus, and stratus. Clouds that can be mistaken for flying saucers, the white “clouds” that appear behind jet planes, and other celestial phenomena such as the Northern and Southern Lights, shooting stars, and rainbows are also explained. A wonderful resource for curious kids!
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The Kids' Book of Clouds & Sky
Frank Staub
Paperback (Sterling, Aug. 1, 2005)"The question-and-answer format will appeal to general browsers. This volume...will provide enjoyment...and...prove helpful."--School Library Journal "A gentle introduction to the wonderful world of science."--Science Scope "The photography is great....would be a nice addition to a classroom science library."--Science Books & FilmsIllustrated with hundreds of captivating photographs, and written in a kid-friendly style, this informative guide answers the dozen of questions children ask about the sky and weather. They'll learn about humidity, fog, and storms; get an introduction to cloud types, and find out if it's true that you can tell direction from the sun. And there's much more too, including information on clouds mistaken for flying saucers, and celestial phenomena such as shooting stars and the Aurora Borealis. A wonderful resource for meteorology-minded kids!
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Children of the Tlingit
Frank J. Staub
Library Binding (Carolrhoda Books, Jan. 1, 1999)Introduces the history, geography, and culture of the Tlingit people in Southeast Alaska through the daily lives of children who live there
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Alligators
Frank J. Staub
Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, July 1, 1995)Describes the characteristics and behavior of the alligator, and shows how they find food, stay cool, and care for their young
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Mountain Goats
Frank J. Staub
Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, July 1, 1994)Introduces the life cycle, habits, and behavior of the Rocky Mountain goat, the only large animal to live at or above the tree line all year round
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Sea Turtles
Frank J. Staub
Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, Nov. 1, 1994)Introduces the world's largest turtles, and discusses their nesting habits, how young turtles grow up, turtle migration, the reasons why turtles are endangered, and conservation efforts
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Prairie Dogs
Frank J. Staub
Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, Aug. 1, 1998)An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the prairie dog
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Children of Belize
Frank J. Staub
Library Binding (Carolrhoda Books, Sept. 1, 1997)Describes life in the small Central American country of Belize while following a variety of children in their daily activities
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Running Free: America's Wild Horses
Frank Staub
Paperback (Enslow Publishers, Inc., April 1, 2008)Author and photographer Frank Staub takes readers out into the wild to view and learn about wild horses as they roam in their natural habitat. The question-and-answer format provides information on everything from where wild horses live to how they care for their young, how wild horses came to be in America, and how they are being protected today. Beautiful color photographs throughout enhance the engaging text.
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Children of Hawaii
Frank J. Staub
Library Binding (Carolrhoda Books, Oct. 1, 1998)Introduces the history, geography, and culture of the island of Hawaii through the daily lives of children who live there.
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