Books in Let's Discover Series series

Trillium Listed!Discovering Today's Japan is part of the Discovery series and introduces the reader to a land of great contrasts: Japan at the end of the 20th. century. The tremendous changes that have taken place in Japanese society since the end of World War II are examined and there is a special emphasis ontension that exists between the old and the new ways, the traditional and the modern.To get a clearer idea of how modern Japanese society works, the reader meets a Japanese family, the Hayashis, and watch them at work, at school and at play.Several full-colour maps that examine geographical features and the placement of urban and industrial areas are included. Separate chapters illustrate the effects that earthquakes and volcanoes have had on Japan. The book is beautifully illustrated with a wealth of full-colour photographs andillustrations. A variety of activities show young readers how to do things like make a paper kimono or fish kite, use chopsticks, build a miniature volcano, and write a haiku.

This is the story of mountaineering from the early days of mountain exploration by scientists to modern assaults using the latest high-tech equipment. It features an account of Mallory and Irving's ill-fated attempt in 1924, the eventual conquest of Everest in 1954 by John Hunt's expedition and Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing's heroic assault. There are also fact-finder pages on how mountains are formed and mountaineering milestones.

A comprehensive, informative, and highly readable introduction to the world of ecology. The text explores the meaning of ecology; plant and animal life on Earth; ecosystems; adaptation; competition; extinction; and more.Discovery series. Bursting with hundreds of facts and the highest quality photography and artwork, these books enthrall and stimulate the minds of struggling readers. Nonfiction titles cover core subjects in a consistent format. Each book, written by an expert in the field, guides the reader methodically through the topic. Difficult terms are spelled phonetically. With over 100 color images per title, readers gain multiple access points to truly engage text. Nonfiction titles are ideal for research, and perfect for a thrilling, fact-filled read. Each softcover book is 32 pages and includes a glossary and an index.