Chambers, Catherine

Describes different kinds of shells and some of the ways they have been used, including as musical instruments, decorations, jewelry, and fertilizer.

Simple text and detailed photographs look inside computers, describe their components, and explain how to use them.

A look at the basic parts of a sneaker and how they are constructed.

Examines the world's mountains, discussing how they were formed, what organisms live there, and how they are used by humans.

Palo and Mala, two little elephants, need to live in places which will suit their distinct characters, and so their mother begins a search for the lands where they will be happiest. The story shows that being different is not bad, each can be loved for their uniqueness. Includes information about Indian and African elephants.

Describes how tornadoes are formed, the conditions that exist in tornadoes, the harmful and beneficial effects of these storms, and their impact on humans, plants, and animals.

Looks at the weather phenomena known as a hurricane, explaining what hurricanes are, where and why they occur, and what conditions are like during a hurricane, and discusses how people prepare for and cope with these huge storms.

Looks at the weather phenomena known as a drought, explaining what droughts are, where and why they occur, and what conditions are like during a drought, and discusses how people prepare for and cope with abnormally dry conditions.

Introduces African mythology and its origins through facts and dramatic retellings, looking at the structure of the mythological and spiritual worlds and the gods, goddesses, and heroes featured in legend.

Photographs and simple text introduce readers to the world of apes, where they live, and how they can communicate with humans.