Books published by publisher Children's Press(CT) Mar - 2008

Explore the various aspects of life in Colonial America including farming practices, housing, food, medicine, slavery, and recreational activities.A True Book: American History series allows readers to experience the earliest moments in American history and to discover how these moments helped shape the country that it is today. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.

Explore the history, culture, peoples, beliefs, and inventions of ancient China.A True Book: Ancient Civilizations series allows readers to experience what makes each ancient civilization distinctive and exceptional as well look at its influence on the some of the practices of the modern world. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.

The eleven western states are home to some of the nation's most interesting natural landmarks and biggest cities.A True Book: U.S Regions series allows readers to experience what makes each of America's regions distinctive and exceptional. Readers will get to know each regions' history, geography, wildlife and future outlook. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.Throughout the history of the United States, the country's people have been drawn westward. . Readers will get an up-close look at everything from the peaks of Rocky Mountains to the streets of Los Angeles. This book also covers Alaska and Hawaii.

Did you know that a group of tree frogs is called an army -- or that a frog's tongue attaches to the front of its mouth?Nature's Children series provides young readers (Ages 8-10) with fascinating information about the planet's most incredible wildlife species. Each title offers a complete picture of the animal- from birth to adulthood- and describes its place in our world, including how humans impact it and its environment.

The United States contains some of the world's most impressive natural landforms.A True Book: U.S Regions series allows readers to experience what makes each of America's regions distinctive and exceptional. Readers will get to know each regions' history, geography, wildlife and future outlook. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.The United States covers a vast amount of land and is home to a wide variety of climates. Readers will learn about the nation's deserts, mountains, and plains. They will also discover such famous landmarks as California's Death Valley and the hot water geysers of Yellowstone National Park.

There's a reason bats are associated with Halloween-they look pretty spooky! But these gentle, shy creatures don't hurt people.In fact, they help us in many ways-by eating insects, pollinating flowers, and spreading fruit seeds. The well-organized chapters help students identify key details. The illustrations and text features such as captions and bold print help readers (Ages 6-7) navigate the text while the photographs add clarity and enable students to better understand the text.

Discover why swimmers have come to fear these strange, ancient animals.Nature's Children series provides young readers (Ages 8-10) with fascinating information about the planet's most incredible wildlife species. Each title offers a complete picture of the animal- from birth to adulthood- and describes its place in our world, including how humans impact it and its environment. Jellyfish are among the most fascinating animals in Earth's oceans. Beneath the waves, these soft, ghostlike creatures drift through the water collecting prey with their dangling tentacles. Readers will discover how a jellyfish's body is structured, how jellyfish grow and reproduces, and how scientists classify jellyfish into different groups.

Meet Artist Jackson Pollock!Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists series combines a delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations that bring to life the works of renowned artists, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual information for readers (Ages 8-9).Clever illustrations and story lines, together with full-color reproductions of Jackson Pollock's actual works, give children a light yet realistic overview of this artist's life and style.

Meet renowned physicist Stephen Hawking!Getting to Know the World's Greatest Inventors and Scientists series combines a delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations that bring to life the work and contributions of renowned scientists and inventors, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual information for readers (Ages 8-9).This book presents the life and work of the British physicist who overcame the challenges of ALS to become one of the foremost scientists of the twentieth century.

Growing up in the small town of Millville, New Jersey, Mike Trout dreamed of following in his father's footsteps and becoming a professional baseball player.Today, he is one of the biggest stars in the Major League. Readers (Grades 4-6) will find out what makes Mike tick, from what he does in his spare time to why he still lives at home with his parents.