Hirschmann, Kris

Explores the place of demons within world mythology and details the characteristics of these creatures. Outlines demons' roles in modern pop culture. Features full-color photographs and suggestions for further reading.

Describes body-image issues and disorders that impact girls of all ages. Also provides the tools to make choices to develop a healthy body image.

Presents a series of fourteen controversial essays that debate issues associated with racial profiling, including U.S. policy regarding profiling in a post September 11 society.

Explores the world of nocturnal animals, including the lynx, owl, raccoon, bat and tarantula. Explains why some animals are nocturnal instead of diurnal, how nocturnal animals see at night, how nocturnal animals communicate and where night creatures go during the daytime.

Discusses lobster habitat, anatomy, life cycle, hunting methods, and predators.

Discusses what quicksand is, how it is formed, its dangers, and how to avert disasters.

Describes the different types of bats and their behavior, as well as myths about bats.

Examines the massive oil fires set by retreating Iraqi troops in Kuwait during the 1991 Persian Gulf War, and describes the effects on the people, economy, and environment of the entire region and how scientists continue to track pollution levels and health histories.

Examines some of the creatures of the sea that produce a glowing light in order to attract a mate or lure prey including coral polyps, anglerfish, dragonfish, and others.

Explains the science behind tornadoes, looks at how the storms take shape, explains how tornadoes are measured and tracked, and discusses the damage caused by tornadoes.