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Making a Podcast

Nadia Higgins (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515243

This book for elementary readers highlights the sequence of events from idea to a finished podcast Full-color photographs and a timeline support each step of the project's process, from writing the script and recording segments to finding a platform and uploading the finished episode. A glossary, further resources, and an index are included.

Discovering Velociraptor

Rachel Grack (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515212

This book for elementary readers outlines key dates and people that have influenced the information known today about this prehistoric dinosaur species, all tracked throughout the book on a timeline. It explores the history of the Velociraptor's discovery and how fossils have helped scientists discover more about its hunting and eating habits.

Discovering Stegosaurus

Laura Hamilton Waxman (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515182

This book for elementary readers outlines key dates and people that have influenced the information known today about this prehistoric dinosaur species, all tracked throughout the book on a timeline. It explores the history of the stegosaurus' discovery and how fossils have helped scientists learn that its plates were used to communicate.

Discovering Apatosaurus

Kathy Frost (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515168

This book for elementary readers outlines key dates and people that have influenced the information known today about this prehistoric dinosaur species, all tracked throughout the book on a timeline. It explores the history of the apatosaurus' discovery, how its fossils were once mistaken for the brontosaurus, and how it belongs to the sauropod group.

Building a Bridge

Angie Smibert (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515106

This book for elementary readers highlights the sequence of events from idea to a finished bridge. Full-color photographs and a timeline support each step of the project's process, from the design and preparations to the construction and finishing details. A glossary, further resources, author's note, and an index are included.

Morgan Horses

Cari Meister (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515083

This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the unique characteristics of one of the oldest horse breeds in the United States, the Morgan horse. Explains the history of the breed, from Justin Morgan's sire to today's strong and refined horses

Arabian Horses

Cari Meister (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515069

This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the unique characteristics of one of the oldest horse breeds in the world. Explains the kind and loyal nature of this strong and resilient horse and what makes the Arabian horse perfect for many kinds of horse events and shows.

Appaloosa Horses

Cari Meister (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515052

This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the unique characteristics of the spotted Appaloosa. Explains the early breeding by the Nez Perce Native Americans, the spot patterns and striped hooves, and how this fast, strong, and striking horse is used today.

Building a Skyscraper

Karen Latchana Kenney (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515137

This book for elementary readers highlights the sequence of events from idea to a finished skyscraper. Full-color photographs and a timeline support each step of the project's process, from the design and preparations to the construction and finishing details. A glossary, further resources, author's note, and an index are included.

Building a Roller Coaster

Karen Latchana Kenney (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515120

This book for elementary readers highlights the sequence of events from idea to a finished roller coaster. Full-color photographs and a timeline support each step of the project's process, from the design and preparations to the construction and finishing details. A glossary, further resources, author's note, and an index are included.

Building a Dam

Angie Smibert (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515113

This book for elementary readers highlights the sequence of events from idea to a finished dam. Full-color photographs and a timeline support each step of the project's process, from the design and preparations to the construction and finishing details. A glossary, further resources, author's note, and an index are included.

Clydesdale Horses

Cari Meister (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515076

This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the unique characteristics of the large draft horse, the Clydesdale horse. Explains the history of the breed, it's size and strength, and what makes this draft horse a good work horse.

American Saddlebred Horses

Cari Meister (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515045

This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the unique characteristics of the beautiful and regal American saddlebred horse. Explains the history of the American saddlebred, how it is trained to be a gaited horse, and how it has become the "peacock" of the horse show ring.

American Quarter Horses

Cari Meister (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515038

This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the unique characteristics of America's most popular horse breed. Explains the history of the quarter horse breed, how it performs in Western rodeo events, is suited for ranch work, and what makes this horse great for equine therapy and trail riding.

American Paint Horses

Cari Meister (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515021

This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the unique characteristics of America's most recognizable horse breed. Explains the history of the American paint horse breed, the types of markings patterns, how it performs in Western rodeo events, is suited for ranch work, and what makes this horse great for trail riding.

Wolves

Rachel Grack (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681515014

This photo illustrated book will introduce young readers to Wolves that live in North America. Explains their history, life cycle, habitat, and feeding habits. Includes a photo diagram, glossary, further resources, and index.

Bighorn Sheep

Jill Sherman (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514970

This photo illustrated book will introduce young readers to Bighorn Sheep that live in North America. Explains their history, life cycle, habitat, and feeding habits. Includes a photo diagram, glossary, further resources, and index.

Do You Really Want to Meet an Anteater?

Cari Meister (author) Daniele Fabbri (illustrator)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514765

A child travels to Brazil, observes an anteater's behavior in the wild, and learns about its eating and survival habits. This illustrated narrative nonfiction book includes a range map, glossary, and further resources.

Do You Really Want to Meet a Fox?

Cari Meister (author) Daniele Fabbri (illustrator)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514741

A child goes outdoors in North America in the winter to observe a fox's behavior in the wild and learn about its hunting habits. This illustrated narrative nonfiction book includes a range map, glossary, and further resources.

12 Things to Know about the Paleolithic Age

Meg Marquardt (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781645820529

The Old Stone Age was the time of the earliest humans. Chapters cover how these early people left Africa and spread around the world, how they made tools to solve life’s problems, and the role of Paleolithic women, who probably did a lot more than stay home and care for the kids. Each chapter includes attention-grabbing photos and fascinating facts. Sidebars go deeper, and prompts invite readers to think for themselves. A Timeline of the Paleolithic Era gives a big-picture view.

Do You Really Want to Meet an Octopus?

Cari Meister (author) Daniele Fabbri (illustrator)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514772

A child travels to Australia, observes a blue-ringed octopus in the ocean, and learns about its eating habits. This illustrated narrative nonfiction book includes a range map, glossary, and further resources.

Do You Really Want to Meet a Weasel?

Cari Meister (author) Daniele Fabbri (illustrator)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514758

A child goes to the nearby wilderness in North America to observe a weasel's behavior in the wild and learn about its habits as a predator. This illustrated narrative nonfiction book includes a range map, glossary, and further resources.

Do You Really Want to Meet a Chimpanzee?

Cari Meister (author) Daniele Fabbri (illustrator)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514734

A child visits Africa and goes on a safari to observe chimpanzees in the wild. This illustrated narrative nonfiction book includes a range map, glossary, and further resources.

Do You Really Want to Meet a Cheetah?

Cari Meister (author) Daniele Fabbri (illustrator)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514727

A child travels to Africa to go on a safari to look for a cheetah in the wild, learns how they catch their prey, and observes how fast they can run. This illustrated narrative nonfiction book includes a range map, glossary, and further resources.

How High up the Mountain? Mountain Animal Habitats

Monika Davies (author) Romina Marti (illustrator)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514710

Explore the regions of mountain habitats and the animals that live there, from the foothills all the way up to the mountain peaks. Comparisons to familiar objects give perspective and illustrated rulers show numeric distances. Includes a map, glossary, and further resources.