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Foods of Egypt
Barbara Sheen
Library Binding (KidHaven Press, May 1, 2010)Describes the regional cuisine of Egypt, including information on traditional dishes, and provides recipes for such famous Egyptian meals as kofta, basboosa, and hummus.
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The Great Barrier Reef
Peggy Parks
Hardcover (KidHaven Press, Aug. 31, 2004)Recounts the history of the reef, describes the various types of sea life that live there, and discusses the threats to its existence coming from pollution and global warming.
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Animals ATTACK! - Fire Ants
Tamra Orr
Hardcover (KidHaven Press, Aug. 15, 2003)They came, they saw, they conquered. These little ants may seem small, but in the world of nature they are fierce warriors. They move in and others either move out or get eaten. Read all about how they chased a boy up a tree, almost ruined a vacation, turned the tables on an ant expert--and much more.
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Eyes on the Sky - The Sun
David M Haugen
Hardcover (KidHaven Press, Nov. 12, 2001)The sun is the center of the solar system, keeping all the planets in orbit with its tremendous gravity. For Earth, the sun is the source of energy that helps life flourish; its supply of stellar gases will ensure that the sun will shine for billions of years to come. KidHaven's volume on the sun explores the composition of this medium-sized star as well as its function in the solar system.
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Inventors and Creators - Steven Speilberg
Adam Woog
Library Binding (KidHaven Press, Jan. 13, 2003)Steven Spielberg is the most successful film director in the world, one who creates enormously popular movies that also succeed as works of art. He has evolved from movie-obsessed teen to king of the blockbusters to a mature artist who balances "popcorn movies" with more thoughtful, issue-oriented films. (20030301)
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Animals with Jobs - Navy Dolphins
Judith Janda Presnall
Hardcover (KidHaven Press, Oct. 24, 2001)Using their unique sonar, dolphins have the capability of working in dark, murky water. The United States Navy trains dolphins for military tasks such as patrolling dock areas for enemy swimmers, and for locating undersea exploding mines.
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The Relocation of the North American Indian
Don Nardo
Hardcover (KidHaven Press, Nov. 12, 2001)As the tragic wars between the United States and the Indian tribes on its frontiers continued, the U.S. government developed one of it most devastating weapons against its Native American opponents -- forcibly removing and relocating them to lands lying west of the Mississippi River. In terms understandable to young readers, this volume tells the sad, moving tale of Indian removal and relocation.
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American History by Decade - The 1950s
Deanne Durrett
Hardcover (KidHaven Press, Oct. 3, 2003)The 1950s in America are remembered as much for fears of Communism, fueled by the Cold War, as for the enormous popularity of the television sitcom. This book covers the most memorable historical and cultural events of the decade.
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Reproduction And Growth
Michaela Miller
Hardcover (Kidhaven Press, Aug. 9, 2005)Explains how the body's systems function and how to stay fit and healthy. 'Case Notes' panels give answers to popular questions about the body. Attractive and clearly labelled artwork on most spreads.
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The Immune System
Gloria Boudreau
Hardcover (Kidhaven Press, )None
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The KidHaven Science Library - Plate Tectonics
Linda George
Library Binding (KidHaven Press, Nov. 22, 2002)Plate Tectonics is the study of the forces that cause continental drift. When tectonic plates collide or move apart, mountains are formed, volcanoes erupt, and earthquakes occur. These huge plates move one to four inches a year, yet we see and experience effects of that movement every day.
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Foods of Brazil
Barbara Sheen
Library Binding (Kidhaven Press, Dec. 3, 2007)Describes the foods, cooking traditions, customs, eating habits, and food sources of Brazil, and includes recipes for Brazilian rice, moqueca, and banana vitamina.
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