Nichols, Catherine

Presents a brief profile of nineteenth-century French Impressionist Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and chronicles his childhood in Paris and his successful career.

Discusses the life, work, and legacy of Renaissance artist Michelangelo, including the sculptures "Piet?" and "David," the Sistine Chapel ceiling frescoes, and the painting "The Last Judgment.".

Discusses the life, work, and legacy of Renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci, including the paintings "Mona Lisa" and "The Last Supper.".

Discusses the life and art of nineteenth- and twentieth-century French painter Claude Monet, including the work "Women in the Garden.".

Presents answers to unusual questions, covering animals, space, the human body, weather and climate, food, survival, sports, history, holidays and festivals, mysteries, inventions, and the future, and including fun activities, photographs, and illustrations.

Discusses the behavior, habitat, and physical characteristics of emerald boas, and examines how their coloration helps them to blend in with their surroundings, with photographs and information on other snakes that benefit from camouflage.

Contains photographs and facts about baby animals on the farm.

Facts and photos that show the many jobs trators can do--from tilling fields to planting seeds to baling and lifting hay.

Contains photographs and facts about how different crops grow, how they are harvested, and how they are used.

A simplified retelling of an episode in "Treasure Island" in which young Jim, off to sea in search of treasure, learns there are pirates on board planning to steal whatever is found.