Books published by publisher Crabtree Pub Co

Introduces chipmunks and their young, describing physical characteristics, life cycle, habitat, the caring behavior of mother chipmunks, and how they are distinguished from other rodents.

"Develop your STEAM skills as you design and build your very own castle! This book contains step-by-step projects that give you clear instructions on how to make every element a model castle needs, including battlements, jousting grounds, and secret rooms, which are fun to build"--

Using examples from all areas of the medieval world, shows how myths and legends influenced people's lives, and how these stories were immortalized through oral storytelling, in music, and in crafts.

Describes the various stages of a monarch butterfly's life, from egg to pupa to caterpillar to butterfly, as well as its migration and dangers that it faces.

Introduces concepts of climate, geography, and ecosystems by using those features in South America as examples.

Young readers are introduced to the five senses: sight, hearing, taste, smell, and touch. Each spread in this fun book features one sense. Simple text and close-up photographs show children exploring their surroundings using that sense. An activity asks children to guess which foods on the page would taste sweet, sour, salty, or spicy.

Briefly traces the development of Christmas traditions in America, and describes Christmas weddings, holiday preparations, Santa Claus, and Christmas trees

Describes the ways in which animals adapt to their environment, including camouflage, hibernation, migration, and living in groups.

Describes the requirements, equipment, weapons, rewards, and daily life of a soldier in ancient Rome.

A simple introduction to food chains and webs, featuring both herbivores and carnivores and discussing energy, food production, and decomposition in various ecosystems

Describes the requirements, equipment, weapons, rewards, and daily life of a soldier in ancient Rome.

Introduces the animal kingdom, showing and describing the main groups of animals and discussing their anatomy, habitats, reproduction, and classification