Books in The Learning About Series series

AUTHOR AND FORMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER Cathryn Sill and her husband, noted wildlife illustrator John Sill, offer young readers a first glimpse into the natural world of mollusks in their latest book in the acclaimed About... series. In simple, easy-to-understand language children learn what mollusks are, how they look, how they move, what they eat, and where they live. The beautifully detailed, full-color illustrations reflect the vast diversity of the mollusk population--from a sixteen-foot-long Giant Pacific Octopus to an eight-inch-long BananaSlug--and present each in its natural habitat. The afterword, which provides details on the mollusks featured, will inspire young readers to learn more.

A colorful and informative first glimpse into the diverse world of reptiles. With the help of beautifully detailed illustrations from noted wildlife illustrator John Sill, ABOUT REPTILES explains the basic characteristics that all reptiles share, while offering a look at the animals that fall into this diverse category. An afterword provides further detail on the animals portrayed to help inspire young readers to learn more. In this easy-to-read introduction to reptiles for children, elementary school teacher and author Cathryn Sill explains what reptiles are, how they live, and what they do. Author Cathryn Sill and illustrator John Sill have also collaborated on the critically acclaimed titles ABOUT BIRDS and ABOUT MAMMALS.

Connect students in grades 4 and up with science using Learning about Our Solar System. This 48-page book takes students on a journey through the solar system and its fascinating mysteries. Topics include the sun, inner and outer planets, minor planets, comets, stars, black holes, the galaxy in which we live, and beyond! The book also includes reinforcement activities, a research project, a vocabulary study sheet, a crossword puzzle, a unit test, a bibliography, and answer keys.

This is the third educational activity book in the highly successful Learn about series from Texas Parks and Wildlife Press. Here, children from six to twelve are introduced to the most frequently seen and interesting Texas birds. Youngsters can color eye-catching line drawings of various birds in typical habitats, while an easy-to-read text gives important facts about the birds, and several fun games are instructive and challenging. Included, too, is a 17" x 22" coloring poster.