Webster, Christine

Presents step-by-step instructions for drawing symbols of the Thanksgiving holiday, such as a turkey, a horn of plenty, a ship, corn, and Plymouth rock, and includes information on the history of each symbol, in simple text with illustrations.

Presents step-by-step instructions to drawing some of the symbols of Kwanzaa, and discusses their meanings and important principles.

Discusses the history and meaning of the Pledge of Allegiance, which was first published in The Youth's Companion in 1892 as part of a campaign to promote patriotism led by James B. Upham and Francis Bellamy.

An introduction to clouds, using photographs, diagrams, and experiments to discuss the study of clouds, how they form, their classification and types, storm clouds, pollution, and the role of clouds in protecting Earth. Includes a profile of atmospheric scientist Dr. Anthony DelGenio.

This book details the life of Archie Carr, who became an active conservationist of marine turtles and who cofounded the Caribbean Conservation Corporation.

Presents detailed instructions for drawing eight symbols of the Hanukkah season including an ancient oil lamp, Menorah, gelt, the dreidel, latkes, the Western Wall, and more.

Presents detailed instructions for drawing eight symbols of the Christmas season including angels, presents, Santa Claus, Christmas trees and wreaths, and more.

Full-color photographs, maps, timeline, and sidebars describe the Great Wall of China, begun in 221 B.C. by China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huangdi, as a means of defense against the Mongols.

Presents a short biography on singer and actress Beyonce Knowles, and chronicles her childhood, early recording career, her special achievements, and introduction to films.

Jeff Kinney is the author of the popular book series, Diary of a Wimpy Kid. More than 50 million copies of the Wimpy Kid series have been sold around the world.