Anita Ganeri

From size and stealth to teeth and claws-the mammals highlighted in this informative guide have the tools needed to be among the most dangerous creatures on Earth! Full-color wildlife photographs and fascinating facts will draw in readers and educate them about the land's deadliest animals, including great cats such as the lightning-fast leopard, huge bears such as the mighty grizzly, and even deadly herbivores such as the immense African elephant....

There's something deadly in the water-and you can learn more about it here! This informative guide to Earth's most dangerous water animals will take readers on a journey under the sea and into the world of the great white shark, the red-bellied piranha, the box jellyfish, and more. Detailed fact boxes will pull animal fans in and give them vital statistics about the homes, diet, and dimensions of these fascinating creatures, and full-color photographs...

When people hear about endangered species, they probably think about animals that are at risk of dying off, but many types of plants are considered endangered species, too. This thought-provoking book takes readers on a journey exploring the dangers that plants all over the world are facing, and what is being done to help combat these dangers. High-interest content will encourage readers to be environmentally conscious and think globally about important...

Examines the landscape, climate, weather, population, culture, and industries of India.

Volcano! describes how and why volcanic eruptions occur.

Flood! describes how and why floods happen.

What would it be like to live in prehistoric times? A cave-dwelling boy introduces readers to daily life in the Stone Age, with tips on everything from mammoth hunting to making cave art.

"What would it be like to live in the Viking age? This book introduces readers to daily life as a Viking warrior in ancient Norway, from early training to Viking raids"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the geographical, historical, and social aspects of everyday life in France, examining the different regions, trade, agriculture, and school and homelife. Includes modelmaking, recipes, games, and other activities.