Molly Aloian

Engaging photographs and easy-to-read text combine to give young readers a close-up look at different kinds of helicopters. Hovering Helicopters describes the way a helicopter operates, different kinds of helicopters, and how these amazing machines can go places and do things that other vehicles cannot.

Presented in a graphic novel style, these exciting books offer inspiring stories of real people whose actions have demonstrated great character and strong values. Each book features one particular character trait through key moments in the lives of up to six different people throughout history. Sidebars provide key background information on the person. Being responsible means doing the right thing and taking charge. Sometimes it means admitting your mistakes. Sometimes it means taking care of yourself. And sometimes it means taking care of others. As you read this graphic nonfiction book, you'll explore how you can be responsible in your own life. You'll also meet some responsible people who have shown through their actions just what that word means.

Being responsible means doing the right thing and taking charge. Sometimes it means admitting your mistakes. Sometimes it means taking care of yourself. And sometimes it means taking care of others. As you read this graphic nonfiction book, you'll explore how you can be responsible in your own life. You'll also meet some responsible people who have shown through their actions just what that word means!

What is respect? And why is it important? As you read this graphic nonfiction book, you'll learn about some amazing people who know what respect means, and who know how to honor the people and things in their world. You'll also get a chance to decide whether you show respect to those who deserve it, and to those who need it.

Put on a mask and join the street party for Mardi Gras. Learn all about this colorful New Orleans’ holiday, where people enjoy food and fun before the beginning of Lent, a period of reflection and giving up things we enjoy. Explore the history of Mardi Gras, and Carnival, and all its different customs taken from around the world!

Helps to learn the history behind this national holiday, celebrating the birth of a nation by Canadians from coast to coast. This title also helps to see the different ways in which this multi-cultural nation recognizes this occasion with fireworks, music, food, a day-off work, and other special events.

Ghouls and goblins take to the street in Halloween! But there’s more to this spooky celebration than carving pumpkins and trick-or-treating. Halloween explores the history behind this yearly custom, including its roots in ancient Celtic tradition, as well as the costumed and candied evening it is today. Wonderful color photographs bring this celebration to life for young readers.

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar during which Muslims across the world observe daytime fasting for a whole month. It is believed that it was during this month that the first verses from the Koran were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. Ramadan ends with Eid-ul-Fitr, one of the most important festivals in the Islamic religion. The practices observed throughout this holy month are detailed in a simple and informative manner.

Ages 5 to 8 years. Text in Spanish. Young readers will be fascinated to learn about the activity going on under their very feet. Underground Habitats takes a look at the diverse and exciting array of plants and animals that make their homes under ground. Straightforward text, along with detailed illustrations and vivid photographs, teach children all about this fascinating habitat. Specific topics include: underground vegetation; animal homes under ground; the weather's effects on underground habitats.

Text in Spanish. Ages 5 to 8 years. An Arctic Habitat provides children with an introduction to this cold, vast region. Easy-to-read text and colourful photographs help children learn about this unique habitat and how the plants and animals have adapted to the harsh environment. Young readers will learn about: the characteristics of both land and water habitats in the Arctic; the plants and animals that live in the Arctic; how animals find food and shelter in the Arctic.

Text in Spanish. Ages 5 to 8 years. Wetlands are found all over North America. They are a vibrant habitat for thousands of plant and animal species. Stunning, colourful photographs and clear, concise language help teach children about A Wetland Habitat. Specific topics include: which plants and animals live in wetlands; finding food in wetlands; how weather affects wetlands.

The world’s largest tropical rain forest and the world’s longest mountain range are both found on the continent of South America. This beautiful new book introduces children to the fascinating physical and social geography of South America including the continent's countries; major landforms and bodies of water; and people, plants, and animals in the rain forests, grasslands, and deserts.

The continent of North America is home to more than 500 million people, beautiful plants and animals, and many spectacular sights! Explore North America uses easy-to-read maps to help children identify the countries in North America; the continent's mountains, islands, and other landforms; the Great Lakes and other bodies of water; the plant and animal life in its forest, grassland, and desert biomes.

Let the European expedition begin! Comprised of more than 40 countries, the continent of Europe is home to some of the most interesting landforms on Earth. Explore Europe features an amazing array of this continent's many peninsulas, mountain systems, bodies of water, and biomes including the tundra, steppes, forests, and their animals.

This is for ages 6 to 9 years. It contains text in Spanish. This fact-filled book explains in simple terms how the insects within insect colonies work together to ensure the survival of their colonies. Young readers will be intrigued to discover which insects are social, the different insect castes, and the importance of each caste within a colony. Detailed illustrations and clear, concise text highlight: the roles of workers, drones, and queens; the different types of nests and how nests are constructed; the role of a termite king; how social insects work together to find food; and which insects swarm or migrate in groups.

This title is intended for ages 6 to 9. Text is in Spanish. Insects have lived on Earth for more than 30 million years! Although some insects are considered pests, children will be surprised to discover just how important all insects are to the other living things on Earth, including people! Easy-to-understand text and vivid photographs help children discover: the roles insects play in pollination; how insects make honey, beeswax, and other products that people use; the importance of insects to other animals; which insects bite, sting, and spread diseases; and how certain insects can damage trees, buildings, and crops.

Frogs live both in water and on land and require not one, but two, safe and healthy habitats in which to live and find food. It's no wonder then that some frogs are in danger. This important book explains how sensitive frogs are to changes in their environments and why people need to protect them. Children will be fascinated to learn where frogs live, the dangers of habitat destruction, pollution, and climate change, and how people can help.

Young readers will enjoy learning about different types of water habitats, including oceans, lakes, rivers, and swamps. This book also discusses the differences between saltwater and freshwater habitats.

The Arctic Habitat provides children with an introduction to this cold, vast region. Easy-to-read text and colorful photographs help show how plants and animals have adapted to the harsh environment.