Marsico, Katie

A look at endangered big cats, discussing physical characteristics of wild cats, already extinct species, threats to them, and more.

Looks at Hinduism through the perspectives of history, geography, civics, and economics.

Looks at Judaism through the perspectives of history, geography, civics, and economics.

"Learn all about the hottest and coldest places on Earth and find out what it takes for life to survive in these extreme locations"--Provided by publisher.

"Nikola Tesla spent his spare time experimenting with electrical equipment. He worked for inventor Thomas Edison, and went on to invent alternating current electricity. Learn how Tesla's work eventually made turning on electrical devices as easy as flipping a switch!".

With their enormous size and distinctive horns, rhinoceroses are immediately recognizable. Unfortunately, threats such as habitat loss, poaching, and natural disasters are causing these incredible animals to disappear from their natural habitats. Readers will find out how rhinos live in the wild and what roles they play in nature. They will also learn about the history of human-rhino interactions and find out what people are doing to save these animals from extinction.

Though elephants are Earth s largest land animals, their size can t protect them from poachers. As a result of illegal hunting, these remarkable animals are disappearing from the wild. Readers will discover how elephants live and why it is so important to protect them. They will also find out why elephants are targeted by poachers and what is being done to keep these animals from disappearing for good.

From the snowy white polar bears of the Arctic to the black bears that roam through parts of North America, bears have long been a common sight in many parts of the world. However, many species are becoming less common as they face threats such as illegal hunting and climate change. Readers will find out how bears live and what impact they have on the environment. They will also learn how people are trying to protect endangered bears and what the future could hold for these remarkable animals.

In Islam, the text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of this religion, as well as how it relates to society today.

Looks at Judaism through the perspectives of history, geography, civics, and economics.