Keppeler, Jill

"It might be hard to take a puffer fish seriously, especially when it's all blown up like a fishy balloon. However, that's the last mistake some predators will ever make! Young readers will journey under the waves to investigate the many species of puffer fish. Full-color photos will help them examine the curious puffer and its many defenses, while detailed text explains the creatures' life, habitat, anatomy, and more"--Provided by publisher.

This book, created for a high/low audience, is packed with fascinating information about earthquakes. Includes resources.

"Starting in late 2019 and continuing into 2020, the illness known as COVID-19 changed our lives-and the way we look at and interact with the world around us-forever. This in-depth and informative volume guides young readers in learning more about the illness, the virus that causes it, and the science behind the pandemic it caused. Readers will explore the history of epidemics and pandemics, which provides a solid backdrop for the rest of this fact-filled book. The text features inspiring young activists who have made a difference in this unprecedented time. Full-color photos, a helpful glossary, and primary sources add more layers of depth to this enlightening read"--Provided by publisher.

"The Ninth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights notes that people have more rights than those listed in the document. And, according to the Tenth Amendment, the federal government has only those powers expressly stated in the Constitution. All other powers are given to the states and the people. This title explores the concept of individual rights and states' rights, defining the terms and examining the ways that these ideas have clashed throughout our nation's history"--Provided by publisher.

"Vast numbers of Earth's plants and animals live in the planet's oceans-but scientists estimate we know about far less than half of them! It may be impossible to know just how many creatures live there, but it's clear that marine habitats are home to thousands of species. In this intriguing book, readers will get a peek into one of the most unusual, least known habitats on the planet. From brightly colored (and endangered) coral reefs to the darkest of ocean depths, this volume will fascinate kids with information about Earth's most mysterious habitat"--.

The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees that Congress "shall make no law... abridging the freedom of speech or of the press." But what does that mean? In this easy-to-understand book, readers will learn more about the background and history of the First Amendment and its promises, including freedom of speech. They'll learn what that means-and doesn't mean-and more about common misconceptions about this important right. Accessible text dealing with real-life situations and graphics further explaining the details will draw in anyone interested in knowing about basic American rights.

Poison dart frogs come in a rainbow of colors, and most are less than 2 inches (5.1 cm) long. However, this tiny package can come with a strong dose of venom! Travel to these frogs' tropical home in Central and South America and learn more about these tiny terrors, from their life cycle to their habitat and history. Photographs show off their brilliant colors, while in-depth text draws in young readers and makes connections to elementary science topics.

Briefly explores the COVID-19 pandemic and similar health threats that have affected a wide range of the world's people. Discusses the ways the world's governments respond to and prepare for health threats like pandemics. Includes photographs and a glossary.

"[Presents the biography of] Elizabeth B?thory ... daughter of a powerful family, the wife of a military hero, a concerned mother, and a caretaker of her many lands. Elizabeth B?thory was an accused serial killer ... She may have been responsible for as many as 650 murders over the course of her lifetime"--page four.

"Brother and sister Mike and Maria have found their way out of the Minecraft cave system in which they discovered a magical portal from their world. Now they have a new challenge: a huge landscape in which to explore, build-and survive!"--.