Books with author Tom Evans

What kind of doctor takes care of animals? What do firefighters use to put out forest fires, and how do they spread it over the fire? How many people become teachers? Colorful illustrations, photographs, and simple text combine to show real-world examples. Young readers follow along to learn about the people who contribute to their community.With two-page colorful illustrations, World Book’s Learning Ladders series is for young learners with a primary reading level of grades K-2 looking to learn the basics about nature, science, and their communities. Each nonfiction book was created for children to learn about topics they’re most curious about. Each book in the 10-volume series features colorful illustrations, fun facts, and easy to understand sentences. Words in bold type help early readers build vocabulary skills.

Can animals sleep upside down? What do furry monkeys use to swing from tree to tree? Which type of bird is the smallest in the whole world? Early readers travel through the steamy rain forests of South America to meet bright macaws, fanged vipers, and pouncing jaguars. Whether in the trees or on the forest floor, each species thrives in the hot climate.With two-page colorful illustrations, World Book’s Learning Ladders series is for young learners with a primary reading level of grades K-2 looking to learn the basics about nature, science, and their communities. Each nonfiction book was created for children to learn about topics they’re most curious about. Each book in the 10-volume series features colorful illustrations, fun facts, and easy to understand sentences. Words in bold type help early readers build vocabulary skills.

How were the pyramids in Egypt built? What was the Colossus of Rhodes? What is a volcano? What causes the colorful lights known as auroras to spread across the sky? This volume introduces readers to the wonders of the world, both natural and those created by human beings. Learn about such spectacular natural features the Grand Canyon in the United States and Victoria Falls in southern Africa. In Wonders of the World, kids can also find information about such notable structures the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the mysterious stone statues on Easter Island, and the Great Wall of China. With striking photographs and illustrations, World Book’s A Look At… series takes children on a journey through different ages and locations around the globe and beyond. Perfect for visual learners, each nonfiction book creatively explores high-interest topics with ample illustrations and concise text that help readers absorb and retain information. Helpful glossaries and indexes in each volume direct students to the most important terms and topics. Help learners with a primary reading level of 6th to 8th grade encounter a range of topics in nature, history, science, and technology with World Book’s A Look At… series!

Why do reptiles bask in the sun? Which lizards have tongues that are longer than their bodies? What kind of snake can eat animals as large as deer? Reptiles provides students an introduction to reptiles and their physical qualities. Brave readers will undertake a journey to study the life cycle and behaviors of these fork-tongued, cold-blooded enigmas. The volume’s special features include diagrams, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index.How do animals hunt, escape, and communicate? And how do scientists distinguish one animal group from another? World Book’s acclaimed Animal Lives series introduces the main animal groups to students with a primary reading level of grades 3 to 5 and teaches them basic principles of scientific classification.

No More Excuses: A 90-Day Devotional for Teen Guys will challenge you to lay down your excuses, stop compromising, and fight to be a man of character and commitment. Each day, you’ll find a Scripture verse, short devotion, and thought-provoking question to help you find purpose, meaning, and direction in life and become the man God has called you to be. Features: • Scripture verses • Brief devotionals • Challenging questions Benefits: • Inspire yourself daily to be the man God has called you to be. • Create the habit of spending time with God every day. • Learn from the examples of men in the Bible. • Overcome setbacks and obstacles on the path to spiritual growth. • Challenge yourself to be a man of character and commitment. • Fight for purpose and meaning in your life. • Learn to lead with strength and godliness.

What is the Mexican term for Christmas? What do Mexicans do during the family festival called Las Posadas? Why roles do poinsettias and piñatas play in Christmas celebrations in Mexico? The exciting, eye-catching pictures and easy-to-read sentences in Christmas in Mexico help young readers learn about how people in Mexico celebrate Christmas. The book also features maps, special songs, and easy-to-follow Christmas recipes and crafts that represent Mexico. World Book’s Christmas Around the World series helps kids with a 6th to 8th grade primary reading level learn about some of the richest Christmas traditions in different countries and regions of the world. Each book teaches kids the highlights of the holiday celebrations in such places as Vienna, Austria; Bethlehem and Jerusalem; and Italy and Vatican City. The books share special songs and easy-to-follow Christmas recipes and crafts that represent a particular country or region. Each book also has a helpful glossary and an index that direct students to the most important terms and topics.

Which frog is more poisonous than the deadliest snake? Why do toads have bumpy skin? How are amphibians related to fish? Why are some amphibians endangered, and what can we do to protect them? Amphibians provides readers an introduction to amphibians and their physical characteristics. Students learn about their life cycle, behaviors, and adaptations to various habitats. The volume’s special features include maps, diagrams, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index.How do animals hunt, escape, and communicate? And how do scientists distinguish one animal group from another? World Book’s acclaimed Animal Lives series introduces the main animal groups to students with a primary reading level of grades 3 to 5 and teaches them basic principles of scientific classification.

An old rock named Stoney, helps his best friend G, another old rock, find purpose in life by telling him about the incredible ways rocks have been used by God throughout history. There was a rock that gave water, twin rocks that were used to give us laws, and even Stoney was used to kill a GIANT! As they head toward Jerusalem, they encounter a rock group singing that almost got to cry out for Jesus. As they got closer to Jerusalem, an earthquake causes Stoney and G to become separated. They eventually find each other but when they do, G is devastated. He finds himself being used to cover the tomb of Jesus. But the next day becomes the best day of his life as he realizes his purpose was to be a part of the resurrection of Jesus. The lesson in this book is taken from the examples of the rocks and how they were each used to bring glory to God. The story of Stoney and G is meant to encourage people of all ages to reach out and love others.

How much of the world’s water is found in the oceans? How many volcanoes erupt each year, and how do they form islands? What do seaweed and trees have in common? Students go on an adventure through vibrant illustrations of coral reefs and mountain peaks. While they read, their imaginations will wander into deep caves and winding rivers. With two-page colorful illustrations, World Book’s Learning Ladders series is for young learners with a primary reading level of grades K-2 looking to learn the basics about nature, science, and their communities. Each nonfiction book was created for children to learn about topics they’re most curious about. Each book in the 10-volume series features colorful illustrations, fun facts, and easy to understand sentences. Words in bold type help early readers build vocabulary skills.

Who created the world? Where did volcanoes come from? Through engaging narration and colorful illustrations, Myths and Legends of Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands helps children explore the rich mythologies and legends of the Aboriginal peoples of Australia, New Zealand's Maori people, and other Pacific cultures. Helpful special features include phonetic pronunciations and a pronunciation guide and a glossary of special terms.World Book's series Famous Myths and Legends of the World collects many famous stories from around the world. The stories are written in a creative way to approximate the artistry of the originals and are accompanied by colorful paintings and photographs. By providing background information on the cultures from which these stories come, the books in the series help children understand the geography, religious practices, moral codes, and important symbols of the cultures. Each volume from the 12 book set includes phonetic pronunciations and a pronunciation guide, a list of some of the culture’s gods and other legendary and mythical figures, and a glossary of special terms.

What do kits, cubs, chicks, and joeys have in common? Which animals hatch from eggs or live in their mothers’ pouches? Young will discover how different animals babies live, learn, and grow to be just like their parents.With two-page colorful illustrations, World Book’s Learning Ladders series is for young learners with a primary reading level of grades K-2 looking to learn the basics about nature, science, and their communities. Each nonfiction book was created for children to learn about topics they’re most curious about. Each book in the 10-volume series features colorful illustrations, fun facts, and easy to understand sentences. Words in bold type help early readers build vocabulary skills.

What is an insect, and where do insects live? How do they survive among bigger predators? Young readers will learn how fierce praying mantises, busy honey bees, and beautiful butterflies live and even disguise themselves.With two-page colorful illustrations, World Book’s Learning Ladders series is for young learners with a primary reading level of grades K-2 looking to learn the basics about nature, science, and their communities. Each nonfiction book was created for children to learn about topics they’re most curious about. Each book in the 10-volume series features colorful illustrations, fun facts, and easy to understand sentences. Words in bold type help early readers build vocabulary skills.