Kite, L. Patricia

Presents opposing viewpoints on the legendary Ark and Flood, discussing research done to prove one way or another if there is a historical basis to the "great mystery.".

A collection of simple plant projects and experiments for home and school. Also included is information on the history and folklore of many fruits, vegetables, and herbs.

Examines the design, construction, and functions of China's Three Gorges Dam, a hydroelectric dam on the Yangtze River, discusses controversies and scientific challenges and solutions encountered on the project, and includes quotations from scientists who worked on the dam.

Colorful photographs and text describe some of the more than three thousand types of sea slugs, their habitats, eating habits, how they reproduce, and how they protect themselves from enemies.

Chronicles the life of African-American author Maya Angelou, describing her childhood in segregated Arkansas, her struggles to support herself and her son, her experiences in Ghana, her start as a writer, and her rise to fame; and includes a bibliography and annotated further reading list.

A biography of the multi-faceted African-American woman, Maya Angelou, tracing her life from her childhood in the segregated South to her prominence as a well-known writer.

Presents an introduction to Bison, in simple text with illustrations, providing information on their physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and behavior.

Presents an introduction to sharks, in simple text with illustrations, describing their physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and behavior.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of raccoons.

Presents the major types of carnivorous plants, including the Venus flytrap, pitcher plant, sundew, butterwort, and bladderwort. Tells how to grow these kinds of plants.