Katz, Susan B.

"How do we experience the world? Let's learn all about the five senses! The sense of sight is one of our five senses. And it is amazing! Among many other things, it helps us see where we are going, recognize our family and friends, and learn in school. Learn about seeing, how it works, and common problems and diseases connected with it, with this perfect first introduction to the sense of sight! ABOUT THE SERIES: The human body is amazing! It gives us five different ways to learn about the world around us: through the eyes, through the skin, through the tongue, through the ears, and through the nose. Thanks to these parts of our bodies, we can see, feel, taste, hear, and smell. These are the five senses! Why do bananas taste so good? Why does tickling cause so much laughter? Illustrated with familiar examples, this fun nonfiction set in the Learn About series gives readers a close-up look at the five senses, and it teaches them how each of the senses work"--.

"The Learn About series gives readers a close-up look at the five senses, and it teaches them how each of the senses work"--.

"Jane Goodall is a celebrated scientist for her studies of chimpanzees in the forests of Africa. Before she observed chimps and helped save them from losing their home, Jane was a curious kid who loved learning about animals. She showed people that women could be scientists, just like men, and fought to follow her dream of working with wild chimps. Explore how Jane Goodall went from being a young nature lover in England to the most important chimpanzee expert in the world"--Provided by publisher.

"Ruth Bader Ginsburg became the second woman ever to serve as a judge on the Supreme Court of the United States. Before she fought for equal rights and made history, Ruth was a curious kid who loved to read about strong women who were making important changes"--Provided by publisher.

"Readers are in for some delicious thrills when they read about locales where ghosts are said to dwell, from haunted houses and hotels to creepy castles and spooky landmarks"--Provided by publisher.

"Kids around the world play with dolls-but what if a doll was haunted? Some think dolls can have powers or even cause bad things to happen. This scary-yet-fun book takes a look at spooky dolls!"--Provided by publisher.

"Marie Curie became one of the most celebrated scientists in history. Before she changed the world with her discoveries in physics and chemistry, Marie studied hard to reach the top of her class. People told her she couldn't be a scientist because she was a woman, but she didn't let that stop her. Herr important research is still helping people"--Back cover.

"Teaches young readers that even from far away, you can wish others happiness, good health, peace, and safety"--Provided by publisher.

From La Llorona to the Bell Witch, kids will thrill to learn about all kinds of famous ghosts! Chapters cover ghosts of folklore, ghosts from history, and ghost stories told around the campfire.

"Frida Kahlo is one of the most celebrated artists in the world, but before she made history with her beautiful paintings and brave spirit, she went through a life-changing accident that would have made many people want to give up . . . [This book} shows how she fought to overcome setbacks and follow her passion to create amazing artwork and make the world a more colorful place"-Adapted from publisher description.