Discover how our five basic senses work individually and together to help us understand our world. Each book features simple diagrams and labeled photographs to identify the parts of the body involved in receiving and interpreting information from our surroundings. Learn about major parts of the eye and how cells transmit information to the brain. Activities give readers the opportunity to apply what they know as they watch their pupils change size and test their night vision.
Describes what makes a spider a spider, discusses their habitats, food, communications, senses, life cycles, predators, and defenses, and provides information on collecting and observing spiders.
Describes the history, physical features, climate, wildlife, people, and countries of North America, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Cuba, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.
In the subcontinent of India, the varied climates and colorful culture have affected the types of clothing people wear. This book features simple instructions for how to tie a sari.
Introduces various types of photography by presenting profiles of six contemporary photographers: Jose Ramon Garcia, Norbert Wu, Darlyne Murawski, Annie Griffiths Belt, Art Wolfe, and Nina Crews.
Introduces Helen Keller and tells of her childhood struggles with deafness and blindness which led her to a successful career as a public speaker, writer, and champion of rights for the disabled.