Books in Discovering Nature series

Describes the physical characteristics and plant and animal life of a pond

For nine centuries the Tower has kept watch over the City of London and the River Thames. The fascinating history of this former palace, fortress and prison, and the story of the people who have lived within its walls, are told in this book.

Richard Platt takes young readers on a journey of discovery through history to find out who the Vikings were, where and how they lived, how they fought and died, and how they ventured forth on amazing voyages of exploration and colonization.

Presents the geography, history, economy, cities and communities, and people and culture of Suriname.

Presents the geography, history, economy, cities and communities, and people and culture of the Dominican Republic; includes recipes, related projects, and a calendar of festivals.

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Presents information on the geography, history, economy, and people of the Bahamas.

Explains how vegetables are grown on a farm. Includes information for parents and teachers.

Discusses the land, the history, the economy, the people, and the festivals of Jamaica.

Explains about fruit trees, what they produce, and how they grow.

Focuses on songbirds, exploring their living and eating habits as well as their place in the animal kingdom

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, habitats, and life cycles of two of the noisiest insects, the cricket and the grasshopper.