Basset hounds may look sad, but they are one of the happiest dog breeds around! Learn all about these funny, quirky dogs, from their origins in France to their importance as tracking dogs. Children love dogs and puppies--but how much do they know about the breeds themselves? Our Domestic Dogs series takes young readers into the fascinating world of dogs for a close look at some of the most popular breeds. Simple, engaging text and bright photos introduce...

Cuddly and cute, shih tzus are some of the most popular dogs around. Learn more about these fuzzy, friendly dogs in this book. Children love dogs and puppies--but how much do they know about the breeds themselves? Our Domestic Dogs series takes young readers into the fascinating world of dogs for a close look at some of the most popular breeds. Simple, engaging text and bright photos introduce young readers to each breed's origins, appearance, personality,...

Describes what is known about the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of this horned, plant-eating dinosaur.

Describes what is known about the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of this meat-eating dinosaur.

"From a seed with a papery wing to a flowering tree, learn all about the different stages in a maple tree's life cycle. Told from the tree's perspective, early readers get a first-hand experience into its life stages. Simple sentences help develop word recognition and improve reading skills. Each book in this series includes a table of contents, glossary, index, and an author biography"--

"From a tiny nymph to a swarming imago, learn all about the different stages in a mayfly's life cycle. Told from the mayfly's perspective, early readers get a first-hand experience into its life stages. Simple sentences help develop word recognition and improve reading skills. Each book in this series includes a table of contents, glossary, index, and an author biography"--

Describes what is known about the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of this armor-plated dinosaur.

Life was often difficult for the Iguanodon. It couldn't fight larger dinosaurs with sharp teeth or pointy spikes. Even thunderstorms could pose a danger. Learn how Iguanodon survived on Earth for nearly twenty million years and why its fossils have been discovered all over the planet. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing a child's knowledge of prehistoric natural history. By learning about...

Although this muscular, wrinkly breed began as violent bull-herding tools, today's bulldogs are loyal and sweet. Learn more about how these fierce dogs became gentle over time. Children love dogs and puppies--but how much do they know about the breeds themselves? Our Domestic Dogs series takes young readers into the fascinating world of dogs for a close look at some of the most popular breeds. Simple, engaging text and bright photos introduce young...

Tiny, feisty, and sometimes persnickety, the Yorkshire terrier is one of the most popular dog breeds. Learn more about these miniature dogs, from their origins to their quirky personality traits. Children love dogs and puppies--but how much do they know about the breeds themselves? Our Domestic Dogs series takes young readers into the fascinating world of dogs for a close look at some of the most popular breeds. Simple, engaging text and bright photos...