Hicks, Dwayne

"Readers learn effective leadership skills in order to prepare them for future success"--Provided by publisher.

"Even though plants may look innocent, some species contain deadly toxins that can kill tiny insects, large animals, and even unsuspecting people. This volume explores the deadly plants among us, and equips readers with the tools they need to identify them. Through an examination of several poisonous plant species, this text explores important science concepts such as plant survival and adaptations, life cycles, and ecosystems. By the end of this text, readers will learn why poison is a successful and essential plant defense"--Amazon.com.

Rashid learns to follow the rules while at the library.

"Being placed into foster care can be a confusing experience for children. They might not understand why their parents can't care for them, and they may have trouble adjusting to life with a new family. This book shows readers what they might expect when entering foster care. The age-appropriate text provides guidance for dealing with the many emotions that come with a major life event such as meeting a new foster family. The book also touches on what to expect if a foster family situation doesn't work out"--Provided by the publisher.

Introduces fossil fuels and alternative sources of energy including wind, solar, and hydroelectric power.

Even though plants may look innocent, some species contain deadly toxins that can kill tiny insects, large animals, and even unsuspecting people. This volume explores the deadly plants among us, and equips readers with the tools they need to identify them. Through an examination of several poisonous plant species, this text explores important science concepts such as plant survival and adaptations, life cycles, and ecosystems. By the end of this text, readers will learn why poison is a successful and essential plant defense.

Readers learn the basics for finding water in different environments.

Explores what compost is, how it is made, and what it is used for.

Presents a brief biography of American patriot, Paul Revere and describes how the colonial silversmith helped to further the cause of independence and his career later in his life.