A photo essay on the world of birds examining such topics as body construction, feathers and flight, the adaptation of beaks and feet, feeding habits, courtship, nests and eggs, and bird watching. "Eyewitness Bird gives a detailed overview for kids aged 9+ of a fascinating animal species and will encourage them to spot the incredible birds on the wing around you. Using full-color photographs of different species, feathers, beaks, bird anatomy and...

Documents the history and significance of mummies, both natural and man-made, and describes the principles and ceremonies associated with them.

"Unearth a treasure trove of geological knowledge with this in-depth guide to over 500 rocks and minerals"--

Presents general information on dinosaurs, including when and where they lived, characteristics, and behaviors. Includes clip art CD-ROM.

Examines, in text and photographs, the symbolic and material meaning of money, from shekels, shells, and beads to gold, silver, checks, and credit cards. Also discusses how coins and banknotes are made, the value of money during wartime, and how to collect coins. This book examines, in text and photographs, the symbolic and material meaning of money, from shekels, shells, and beads to gold. Readers will also learn how coins and banknotes are made,...

Photographs and text depict different aspects of weather and how it is forecast.

"Did you know that sharks first appeared in the oceans 200 million years before the dinosaurs, and that they have an electrical sixth sense that helps them locate their prey? How dangerous is a great white shark? Can a whale shark really grow as big as a city bus? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions, then this may be the book for you! Discover where they live, why they are hunted, and what can be done to protect them. The book...

Chronicles the history, beliefs, and everyday lives of the ancient Aztec, Inca, and Maya peoples.

Text and illustrations present information on the parts of the body and how they work.