Books in Life in the Trees series

Featuring the photographs of Norbert Wu Award-winning photographer Norbert Wu and renowned science writer Leighton Taylor take us on an underwater adventure as we explore the earth's deepest and most mysterious places. Stunning images accompany texts that incorporate life science topics of life cycles, organisms and environments, food webs, adaptation, survival, and diversity. Each title also strengthens map-reading skills, geographical literacy, and basic concepts about the earth's structure and systems. Included in each volume are: Glossary Further Reading Index

Rusty Rabbit has a conundrum. His friends treat him differently since he started wearing glasses. His best friend Logan acts like he is weak and dumb and the rest tease him until he just can’t stand it. Why does one difference make them think less of him? How can he make them see him as the same good friend he has always been instead of a weakling or weirdo? This story shows children how to handle teasing from their friends and how it feels to be teased. It also helps them empathize with others who are different from themselves.

Rosita and Ricardo Raccoon love to visit their grandma and are brokenhearted when she suddenly dies. Mom, Dad, and the two little Raccoons comfort one another and share memories of Abuelita as they deal with the grief of losing a loved one. The parents learn to be honest with their children about death and the children learn that death is part of life as they say Goodbye, Abuelita.