Sexton, Colleen A.

Explains that, weighing as much as 16,000 pounds, the African elephant is a huge, dangerous animal and children will understand why a charging African elephant is something to fear.

Presents a biography of celebrated author, J.K. Rowling, and chronicles her life, personal and professional challenges and achievements, and how she rose from poverty to eventually set records in the publishing industry with her Harry Potter series.

An illustrated introduction to the physical characteristics, habitat, and behaviors of angelfish.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book follows ladybugs as they transform from eggs to adults. Through leveled text and related images, young readers will watch these creatures grow through every stage of life"--Provided by publisher.

Photographs and simple text follow the growth of bunnies from birth in the mother's nest until they are ready to live on their own.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades kindergarten through three, this book follows cats as they transform from birth to adult. Through leveled text and related images, young readers will watch these creatures grow through every stage of life"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to rat snakes.

Photographs and easy-to-follow text introduce early readers to the life cycle of a cow, describing how they change from infancy through adulthood.

Introductory text and full-color images explore the history and function of space stations.

Introductory text and full-color images explore the function and history of space shuttles.