juvenile literature

Describes the physical characteristics, habitats, and behavior of sea stars, also known as starfishes.

Combines an account of Robert Louis Stevenson's experiences as he traveled from New York to California by train in 1879 and a description of the building and operation of railroads in nineteenth-century America. Includes archival photographs.

Photographs and simple text teach children the basics of cat care, includin how to choose the right cat, how to look after a new kitten, and how to groom and wash a cat.

Describes the conditions and terrain of Mount Everest, attempts that have been made to scale this peak, and general information about the equipment and techniques of mountain climbing.

On a special field trip in the magic school bus, Ms. Frizzle's class goes into outer space and visits each planet in the solar system.

Looks at Namibia, in Southern African, focusing on the environment and animals of the Skeleton Coast, the Namib desert, and the Etosha national park.

Introduces the food pyramid, describing each level in detail, and discusses nutrition, serving sizes, snacking, and the benefits of healthy eating.

Examines the culture, history, and society of the Pueblo people.

Presents information about the state of New York, its nickname, motto, and emblems.

Ms. Frizzle and her class explore the senses by traveling on the magic school bus in and out of an eye, ear, mouth, nose, and other parts of both human and animal bodies.