Niver, Heather Moore

Explores the role of bats in the ecosystem, discussing where they fit in the food chain and the good they do for humans and ecology.

This volume examines the science behind crystal formation.

Focuses on the ways bats help us, from eating disease-carrying mosquitos to pollinating plants.

"[Introduces young readers to the skunk's] behaviors, habitats, diet, family life, and struggles in the wild, as well as how to stay safe around skunks and how to get rid of the stink if you are unlucky enough to get sprayed."--Back cover.

Introduces the computer programming language Ruby, a programming language that is consistent, elegant, and easy to use. Hulu and Guitar Hero run on Ruby and Ruby on Rails.

A biography describing the life and creative influences of comedian and actor Aziz Ansari. Also includes information about his enthusiasm for rap music, his social media savvy, and his thoughts about the direction of his career.

Offers a close-up exploration of a coral reef.

This is an entertaining look at the vampire phenomenon. Beginning with a full-bodied history on the appearance of vampires in early literature and moving on to more modern film and television iterations, including Twilight, True Blood, and even Count von Count on Sesame Street, this book takes a bite out of vampire lore to show how readers and theatergoers have always been fascinated by these creatures of the night. It also explains how vampires have changed physically over the years, a major feat for an undead creature. The resource ends with a filmography that gives details on most major vampire films.

This is an entertaining look at the vampire phenomenon. Beginning with a full-bodied history on the appearance of vampires in early literature and moving on to more modern film and television iterations, including Twilight, True Blood, and even Count von Count on Sesame Street, this book takes a bite out of vampire lore to show how readers and theatergoers have always been fascinated by these creatures of the night. It also explains how vampires have changed physically over the years, a major feat for an undead creature. The resource ends with a filmography that gives details on most major vampire films. For Further Information Section, Bibliography, Detailed Table of Contents, Sidebars, Index, Web Sites, Full-color photographs, Glossary.

"Describes the life of opossums including their habits, diet, and behavior"--.