Gail Gibbons
1) Frogs
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An introduction to frogs, discussing their tadpole beginnings, noises they make, their hibernation, body parts, and how they differ from toads.
3) Wolves
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Discusses the main types of wolves, where wolves live, wolf packs, communication among wolves, the relationship between wolves and humans, other facts about wolves, and wolves in folklore.
5) Apples
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Explains how apples were brought to America, how they grow, their traditional uses and cultural significance, and some of the varieties grown.
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Alligators and crocodiles are some of the closest living relatives of dinosaurs, but can you spot the differences between these two gigantic reptiles? Learn what makes each prehistoric creature unique and more in this toothy introduction to alligators and crocodiles.
"This updated edition vetted by an expert introduces young readers to everything they would want to know about the closest living relatives of dinosaurs, alligators and crocodiles. With...
10) Horses!
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Presents information on horses, including their physical characteristics, behavior, and how to ride a horse.
12) Owls
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With an overview of the various types of owls living on most of the continents of the world, a picture book highlights the twenty-one most popular types living in North America with an in-depth review of how they survive in their natural habitat during their different stages of life.
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In addition to the story of Patrick's life, here is information about how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated. There are decorations from shamrocks to shillelaghs. People give cards, share meals, and wear green to honor Ireland, the Emerald Isle--and there are parades! Included are six legends about Patrick.
16) Pigs
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Examines the basic characteristics, common breeds, intelligence, behavior, life cycle, and uses of pigs.
18) Thanksgiving is
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Introduces Thanksgiving feasts, Thanksgiving traditions, and the history of Thanksgiving.
19) Christmas is
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Demonstrates the many things that Christmas is to different people, including the birth of the Christ Child, Saint Nicholas, Santa Claus, Christmas trees, presents, and prayers.
20) Sea turtles
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Dive into the world's oceans to explore the adventurous lives of one of the oldest living animals.
Descended from enormous prehistoric creatures, sea turtles are fascinating. Hatched from eggs smaller than a baseball, some can grow to weigh over a thousand pounds. Once adults, they can live to be around 100 years old. And when it's time to nest, they migrate more than 1,000 miles.