Books in Discover Nature Series series

"A wealth of information." --Booklist"A nice range of accessible information and activities."--Orion AfieldWetlands provide perfect arenas for nature study. Discover Nature in Water and Wetlands explores the properties, processes, and phases of water and the plant and animal life associated with it, from trees, cattails, and ferns to dragonflies, salamanders, turtles, and beavers. With just a few essentials, such as a field notebook, hand lens, and bug box, readers will find both straightforward information and all kinds of activities to uncover the fascinating, diverse ecosystem that surrounds our ponds, swamps, and other watery places.

Though we often think of the natural world as lying far from our front door, often the most interesting aspects of nature can be found in the kitchen, basement, or backyard. Discover Nature Around the House explores the properties, processes, and phases of the plant and animal life in our own homes, from ferns and cacti to spiders and dogs. With just a few essentials, such as a field notebook, hand lens, and bug box, readers will find both straightforward information and all kinds of activities to uncover the fascinating, diverse ecosystems that flourish right under our noses.

Does your toddler steal your screwdrivers? These photographs of tools with simple descriptions pop from each page of this children's book. Designed with young children in mind, this book is a perfect way to introduce your toddler or preschooler to a wide range of tools. Used as a jumpstart for interaction, Discover Series Picture Books are a great way to introduce new images, words and concepts to kids.

The Discovering Literature Series is designed to develop an appreciation for literature, to improve reading comprehension, and to introduce students to the techniques of literacy criticism that reflect our best understanding of how to make meaning from text. Each guide in the series features an award-winning novel ad uses a focus on strategic reading in its introduction of a wide range of critical reading skills and literature elements, as well as, opportunities for writing in a variety of genres.