Linde, Barbara M

Introduces young readers to the traditions, lifestyles, and spiritual beliefs of Native Americans of the Northeast.

In many cases, floods are a sneaky disaster. They often take awhile to occur as rain builds up over many hours or days, or a river's volume slowly increases and overflows its banks. However, once flooding is happening, it's very hard to stop. Additionally, flash floods don't offer those living nearby much time to prepare or evacuate. Readers face the devastation that floods can cause as they learn how they occur.

Examines the history, culture, and traditional lifestyles of some of the native peoples of the Northeastern United States.

Introduces the carnivorous pitcher plants, describing their traps, diet, and habitats.

History and geography of the Aztec people, their capital and their empire.

History and geography of the Aztec people, their capital and their empire.

When most people think of the word economy, they think of stock markets and modern banks. However, even ancient civilizations had their own economies. Readers discover fun and fascinating facts about the ancient Aztec economy through informative text designed to support social studies curricula.

Introduces the water cycle including what makes up the three states of water, how evaporation works, and why condensation happens.

Examines what wastewater is, how public water systems work to filter and cleanse wastewater, and how individuals can reduce the amount of wastewater they create.