Molly Aloian

An introduction to insects that are beneficial and insects that are harmful.

The mighty Yangtze River, the third-longest river in the world, is the birthplace of Chinese civilization. This book takes readers along this ancient transportation route, strategic natural boundary, and lifeblood of an agricultural society. The river flows eastward from the Tibetan Plateau, crossing thousands of miles before emptying into the East China Sea. Today, the river basin is home to about one-third of China's population. The near completion...

Explores the history and reasons for the establishment of Earth Day.

This book introduces South America, describing the landforms, waterways, climate, natural resources, plants, animals, countries, and cultures.

Second in length only to the Nile, the Amazon River carries a greater volume of water than any other river in the world. This book features the fascinating facts about this far-reaching river and the animals, plant life, and indigenous cultures that live in the surrounding rain forest. Flowing from the Andes Mountains in South America down to the Atlantic Ocean, the Amazon supports farming, tourism, fishing, logging, mining, and hydroelectric power...

Simple text and colorful pictures describe the world of animals that burrow underground.