juvenile literaure

"Engaging images accompany information about the fighting abilities of Arctic wolf packs and polar bears. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--.

Introduces readers to various career options in the field of gaming and covers what the jobs entail, educational requirements, salary ranges, required skills, employment prospects, and more.

Portrays the life of a fighter pilot during World War II, discussing training, combat, living in a squadron, and the enduring friendships created.

A short illustrated version of the classic tale in which a clever cat helps his master win fame, fortune, and the hand of a beautiful princess.

Traces the history of scientific discovery, looking at how major inventions, ranging from porcelain in 850 to nuclear power in 1945, became accepted parts of life. Includes a time line and a glossary.

Briefly describes how the Maya wove their cloth, how they dyed the fabric, and how they created the clothing they wore.

Describes the history, tactics, and training of the Ninjas, the type of clothing and weapons used by Ninjas, and various myths assciated with them.

Describes the beginnings of the space shuttle program, the layout of a shuttle, a day's activities in space, the Challenger disaster, and the role of a shuttle in building a space station.

Includes basic French phrases for everyday situations. Commonly used words are also defined.

Provides photographs and descriptions of various Ford Mustangs produced since 1964 when the car first hit the market, discusses its use as a race car, and looks at modern models.