Cohn, Jessica

The ancient Chinese?the civilization that invented the compass, gunpowder, and paper, among other things?is incredibly rich in tradition and history. Readers will celebrate many facets of ancient Chinese culture, including its arts, foods, philosophies, and architecture through their reading of this educational volume. The beauty of Chinese calligraphy, sculpture, and painting is undeniable as presented in striking photographs throughout the text. Readers are invited to reproduce important Chinese symbols, such as lanterns and dragons, in the step-by-step art projects featured within. Other highlights include the fascinating beliefs of Chinese philosophers such as Confucius, as well as some fun Chinese puzzles and games that are still played today.

Explores the sport of bicycle motocross, or BMX, looking at equipment, training, famous climbers, and more.

Readers will be asking themselves if they could have survived as an ancient Roman after reading all about ancient Roman culture. Life in the military, clothing, food, sports, government, and education are just some of the themes covered. Each chapter features an engaging step-by-step craft associated with the fascinating subject matter. Among other activities, readers can strike a pose in their homemade Roman soldiers helmet or conquer a miniature city with a handcrafted catapult. Photographs of ancient artifacts and illustrations of key concepts help make ancient Roman history accessible to developing readers.

Ancient Greece has had an impact on much of our culture, especially the concepts of democracy and theater, the tradition of Olympic sports, and the famous myths that are still a focus of todays movies, books, and TV shows. These fascinating aspects of the Greek civilization are examined as well as the features of ordinary life in ancient Greece, such as housing, clothing, and school. Several key concepts are supported by step-by-step craft projects that further draw readers into this amazing ancient world. Readers can choose to make a Medusa wig, decorate pottery in the style of Greek art, or construct an Olympic victors olive leaf crown.

Describes what it is like to be a fashion buyer, discussing the skills and requirements of buying careers, with on-the-job profiles, sidebars, a fact file, photographs, and sources of additional information.

Explains the challenges facing endangered animals, exploring the causes and offering possible solutions.

An introduction to the job of the pest control worker featuring color photos. Describes how these workers perform their jobs using strong poisons in attics and basements.

An introduction to the job of scientists who collect and study parasites. Describes how they work to save lives while examining dead animals to find parasites.