Books with author Heather M. Moore Niver

As technology and engineering advance, the automotive industry moves right along with them. In fact, one might argue that the cars of the twenty-first century are a little ahead of the curve. Readers will learn all about the most innovative cars, whether they are eye-opening concept cars or environmentally friendly, fuel-efficient green cars that help people get from place to place with a minimal environmental impact. This fascinating read covers the safe, fast, furious, and fun aspects of automotive engineering that is always on the cutting edge.

Musician Taylor Swift has written music that puts her heart on the page, but even at a young age, Swift was clearly more than a lovelorn songwriter. This vibrant biography offers a glimpse into the musical celebrity's life, her childhood, her rise to fame, and her impressive accomplishments along the way. Readers will learn about her staunch stance on how she is photographed, her support of other female musicians, and her giving spirit. Quotes straight from Swift's lips further inspire the fan and budding musician alike.

This is an entertaining look at the vampire phenomenon. Beginning with a full-bodied history on the appearance of vampires in early literature and moving on to more modern film and television iterations, including Twilight, True Blood, and even Count von Count on Sesame Street, this book takes a bite out of vampire lore to show how readers and theatergoers have always been fascinated by these creatures of the night. It also explains how vampires have changed physically over the years?a major feat for an undead creature. The resource ends with a filmography that gives details on most major vampire films.

Bear cubs are super cute when they tumble and play, but this play with each other and their mothers actually teaches them how to survive on their own one day. Fun facts round out their story, and vibrant photographs show baby bears as they grow up, learning to forage, hunt, and defend themselves. Readers will learn all about the lives of bear cubs as they grow from helpless, hairless babies into adults ready to face the wild world.

Eagles are majestic, awe-inspiring birds. Bald eagles were so inspiring that they became the symbol of the United States of America. In this fun, easy-to-read book, readers learn how bald and golden eagles grow from eggs in the nest into the great birds of prey that soar through the skies. Vibrant photographs illustrate the various stages of the eaglet's life, as well as the nests they call home. Fun facts are featured throughout this engaging and entertaining book.

Whether it is the tiny, flitting hummingbird, the long-legged ostrich, the exotic bird of paradise, or the common chicken, birds are a fascinating and unique group of animals. In this accessible book, readers learn about different kinds of birds, their life cycles, the habitats in which they live, adaptation, and behaviors. A helpful glossary and follow-up activity enhance the text, which supports Next Generation Science Standards. Fun facts and full-color photographs are bound to get even reluctant readers enthused about our feathered friends.