Books with author S.L. Hamilton

This title introduces readers to Ice Fishing. Readers will learn about the types of tackle and gear that are needed to pull fish from under the ice. Sought-after game fish such as perch, crappie, bluegill, walleye, northern pike, and muskellunge are examined including how to locate them and which tackle works best with each fish's habitat, weight, and habits. Safety concerns such as ice thickness and hypothermia are also addressed. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Simple text and detailed photographs and illustrations bring reluctant readers back into the world of carnivorous dinosaurs from the Mesozoic era. This book includes close-up photos and descriptions of the teeth and bodies these animals used to hunt and eat. Habitats, diet, and extinction are also covered. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

If there's something strange in your neighborhood, who you gonna call? Ghosts come in all varieties. This title covers the different categories of ghosts from your standard apparitions to poltergeists. Doppelgangers, orbs, globes, shadow ghosts, are all ghastly ghouls that can haunt the living. The history of ghosts and ghost stories as well as tips on getting rid of these spectors are covered in the book. Unique quotes and facts add dimension to the text, without making it overwhelming. A glossary of subject-specific words enhances the reader's understanding and knowledge. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Dive into Crypto zoology with Beasts. Beasts takes a look at the Man-Ape creatures, Bigfoot, Sasquatch, and the Yeti, sea monsters, Leviathan and the Kraken, the living dinosaurs, Myladon, Loch Ness Monster, Molele-mbembe, and Kongamato, and, of course, the blood-sucking monster, the Chupacabra. This title provides biographies and back stories of all these famous beasts from around the world. Unique quotes and facts add dimension to the text, without making it overwhelming. A glossary of subject-specific words enhances the reader's understanding and knowledge. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces young readers to the eel, the fish that looks like a snake! Easy-to-read text examines the eel's habitat and distribution. Readers will learn about the eel's color, size, and shape. The fish's anatomy is examined, as are its senses and their roles in hunting and defense. Eel prey is discussed, as are the eel's predators, including human fishers. Bolded glossary terms, phonetic spellings, and an index enhance readability for xtreme ichthyologists. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to beetles. Different types of beetles are examined such as the titan, goliath, ironclad, Hercules, and blister beetles, as are fireflies and ladybugs. Pest beetles such as the emerald ash borer and weevils are also included. Readers will learn about each beetles' body including all the parts of its head, thorax, and abdomen. Where each beetle can be found is covered, as are which beetles you can eat! Xtreme facts provide additional information on these interesting insects. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

"I don't want you anymore."Brady can't believe his mother's last words when she drops him off at summer camp.Even surrounded by hundreds of campers, he's never felt so alone. And a camp bully doesn't help the situation. Rustic Knoll Bible Camp is a great place to make memories, but not all of them are fun and games.A betrayal, a disturbing phone call home, and a daring nighttime escape across a stormy lake challenge Brady to uncover the truth.Because the truth is not always what it seems.Will the courage he learned with help from his friends be enough to face the problems at home?You'll love Hear No Evil, first in a series, because it's the next best thing to going to camp. No bug spray needed!Get it now!

In dramatic pictures and simple text, readers are shown the terrifying teeth, powerful jaws, and basic senses that make Sharks some of the most fearsome on Earth. Quotes from victim encounters, as well as scientific facts, bring added information to readers in short, easy-to-read bursts. Glossary words provide additional information and understanding to the curious reader. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.