Books with author Matthew Bates

Beehives are some of the worlds most highly developed domiciles, and for good reasonbees themselves are complex, too. This text goes inside beehives to unlock the world of bees, exploring topics such as how they build hives, how they live and their organized social order. The science-focused text also covers the important role bees play in ecosystems and what we can do to help them survive. Colorful photos, diagrams, and fact boxes support learning and encourage readers to visualize fundamental concepts in biology.

Mixing mystery and adventure in the tradition of Louis Sachar, Avi, and E.L. Konigsburg, If You Find This is the story of unlikely friendships, unexpected bravery and eleven-year-old Nicholas Funes's quest to prove his grandfather's treasure is real. Nicholas is a math and music genius with no friends and a huge problem: His father has lost his job, and they'll have to sell their house, which holds the only memory Nicholas has of his younger brother. Just in time, Nicholas's senile grandfather arrives, filled with tales of priceless treasure he has hidden somewhere in town--but where?

Have you ever heard someone described as having hawk eyes? That description is taken from a unique raptor whose extraordinary eyesight makes it one of the best hunters in the bird world. Its the hawk! This book covers everything about this bird of prey, including its appearance, behavior, and survival techniques. Readers also learn how to use their life science knowledge to identify hawks in the wild. Colorful photographs, interesting fact boxes, and age-appropriate language make it fun to learn about animal science!

Beehives are some of the world’s most highly developed domiciles, and for good reason—bees themselves are complex, too. This text goes inside beehives to unlock the world of bees, exploring topics such as how they build hives, how they live and their organized social order. The science-focused text also covers the important role bees play in ecosystems and what we can do to help them survive. Colorful photos, diagrams, and fact boxes support learning and encourage readers to visualize fundamental concepts in biology.

A little polar bear wonders what?s beyond his wintry world?and when he falls over the edge of an ice cliff, he finds out! He?s soon befriended by a panda who mistakes the mud-covered polar bear for one of his own. The two become quick pals. But what happens when the polar bear?s muddy splotches wash off? Will the two bears stay friends? From the much lauded author of Be Gentle with the Dog, Dear! comes a clever take on a timeless theme. With plenty of heart and humor?plus a gratifying surprise ending?kids are sure to flip back to the beginning for more.

Have you ever heard someone described as having hawk eyes? That description is taken from a unique raptor whose extraordinary eyesight makes it one of the best hunters in the bird world. Its the hawk! This book covers everything about this bird of prey, including its appearance, behavior, and survival techniques. Readers also learn how to use their life science knowledge to identify hawks in the wild. Colorful photographs, interesting fact boxes, and age-appropriate language make it fun to learn about animal science!

Mixing mystery and adventure in the tradition of Louis Sachar, Avi, and E.L. Konigsburg, If You Find This is the story of unlikely friendships, unexpected bravery and eleven-year-old Nicholas Funes's quest to prove his grandfather's treasure is real. Nicholas is a math and music genius with no friends and a huge problem: His father has lost his job, and they'll have to sell their house, which holds the only memory Nicholas has of his younger brother. Just in time, Nicholas's senile grandfather arrives, filled with tales of priceless treasure he has hidden somewhere in town--but where?

Mixing mystery and adventure in the tradition of Louis Sachar, Avi, and E.L. Konigsburg, If You Find This is the story of unlikely friendships, unexpected bravery and eleven-year-old Nicholas Funes's quest to prove his grandfather's treasure is real. Nicholas is a math and music genius with no friends and a huge problem: His father has lost his job, and they'll have to sell their house, which holds the only memory Nicholas has of his younger brother. Just in time, Nicholas's senile grandfather arrives, filled with tales of priceless treasure he has hidden somewhere in town--but where?