Nichols, Catherine

Learn how fast the fastest motorcycles go, what kind of motorcycle has no breaks, how long the longest motorcycle jump was, and other interesting facts about motorcycles.

Find out how a steam locomotive works, how fast the fastest train is, what kind of train doesn't need wheels, and other interesting facts about trains.

Presents a children's book for early readers that describes four mysterious creatures found around the world including the skeleton of a mastadon, supposed monsters on Lake Champlain and Loch Ness, Big Foot sightings, and strange blobs that washed ashore on the beach.

Presents four true stories of athletes who have broken records in their respective sports, and includes Mark McGwire's home run record in baseball, Gertrude Ederle swimming the English Channel, Jackie Joyner-Kersee's track-and-field championships, and Tiger Woods' 1997 Masters win.

Describes a typical morning on a farm, from a rooster crowing to eating breakfast after finishing the chores.

A biography of forty-fourth U.S. President Barack Obama, covering his multicultural childhood, education, the influence of his father, connection to civil rights, and rise to the presidency after a long campaign, and includes a timeline and glossary.

Provides information about water, its uses, and its different forms.

Presents the different kinds of grasslands, such as prairies, steppes, and savannas, introduces some of the animals that live there, and looks at the threats to these areas.

Presents the different kinds of wetlands, such as swamps, marshes, and bogs, and introduces some of the animals that live there.