Books published by publisher Lerner Publications (2004-01-01)

What's that cat with the fluffy coat, large build, and gentle personality? It's the ragdoll! Ragdolls are sweet cats with bushy tails and big blue eyes. Their owners think they are the best cats ever—and it's easy to see why. If you're a ragdoll fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from the coloration of its fur to the way it goes limp just like a rag doll when it's held. You'll also want to find out how to care for the ragdoll. So check out this go-to guide for ragdoll lovers—and learn all about why ragdolls are the best breed there is!

What’s that dog with the stocky build, bushy eyebrows, and alert personality? It’s the miniature schnauzer! Miniature schnauzers are outgoing dogs with lively attitudes and loads of energy. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever - and it’s easy to see why. If you’re a miniature schnauzer fan, you’ll want to learn all about this breed, from its thick whiskers and sweet expression to its history as a pet and rodent hunter in Germany. You’ll also want to find out how to care for the miniature schnauzer. So check out this go-to guide for miniature schnauzer lovers - and learn all about why miniature schnauzers are the best breed there is!

Do you enjoy performing experiments or studying how the universe works? Growing up in China, Chien-Shiung Wu enjoyed learning about science. As an adult, she earned her PhD in physics and made a discovery that changed the field forever.Wu came to the United States to study physics. Soon she was a sought-after physics professor. As an expert in the field, she left teaching to work on secret government programs. She even helped disprove a major law of physics. But how did she get there? Find out how Wu's persistence drove her contributions in the field of physics.

Would you like Maggot Burgers for dinner? How about some Crispy Fried Mice for appetizers and Gooey Alien Limbs for dessert? You'll squeal with happy horror at the disgusting, terrifying (and totally tasty) recipes in this book. Clear step-by-step instructions and helpful photos make it easy to cook up each horrifying dish. With frightful delicacies like Bulging Cake Eyeballs, Juicy Bat Wings, and more, will you dare take a bite?

Its engine roars. Its tires squeal. This Formula One race car is on the move! What are Formula One race cars? And who builds these amazing autos? Read this book to find out! Learn all about mighty machines in the Vroom-Vroom series—part of the Lightning Bolt Books™ collection. With high-energy designs, exciting photos, and fun text, Lightning Bolt Books™ bring nonfiction topics to life!

The saxophone is a cool instrument that makes warm, lively sounds. Sax players pump life into rock songs, express themselves in jazz solos, and spice up Latin dance music. But is the saxophone the right instrument for you? Or would a different choice be better? Hear what professional sax players like about their instrument, and learn what skills a good sax player needs. Discover whether the saxophone is your best choice for making music.