juvenile literature

Presents an introduction to the giant panda, and follows the life of panda cubs from birth until they leave home, describing what they eat, how they move, and how they play and learn.

Examines how tiger cubs grow and learn, how their mother teaches them to stalk and hunt, and how they play.

Presents a study of snow, winter seasons, how snow and ice are forecast, where snow comes from, how snow can be fun as well as dangerous, and the benefits of snow.

Explains where wind comes from, how it can affect homes and crops, and how people can use it for good purposes.

Provides information about clouds, discussing where they come from and what they are made of, the meaning of their different shapes and patterns, the importance of clouds to life on Earth, and how to prepare for cloudy weather days.

This book discusses the elements of rain and how it affects everyday life.

Provides information about weather, focusing on sunny days, explaining where sunshine comes from, looking at sunny days in different climates and seasons, and discussing the effects of too much, or too little sunshine.

This book discusses the elements of storms and how they affect everyday life.

Matteo, an eight-year-old boy living in central Italy, provides information about life in his country through letters to his pen pal Joe. Covers weather, food, school, work, religion, and recreation time.

Presents a children's study of Canada through the letters of eight-year-old Haley who lives in Toronto as she describes her family, friends, and school.