Niver, Heather Moore

"This . . . book describes the [temperate deciduous] forest many think they know, presenting the abundant life within, including trees, animals, plants, and even moss. Readers will learn about its . . . four seasons, as well as why trees drop their leaves and change from green to the . . . hues of autumn"--Providedby publisher.

Provides an overview of the world of insects, describing their physical characteristics, life cycles, diets, and more.

Introduces young readers to fish, including information about their physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and life cycle.

Introduces the defining features of birds.

Discusses capybaras, their behavior, their environment, and the dangers they face in the wild.

Text and illustrations provide an introduction to the articles of confederation.

"It has been said that good things come in small packages. Such is the case with Arduino. Using the Arduino programming language, users operate microcontrollers, which are essentially mini-computers that trigger physical systems such as lights and motors. This book introduces readers to one of the most popular programming platforms, taking computing beyond the computer. The text covers the particulars of Arduino's hardware and software, its capabilities, pros and cons of the platform, and examples of the creativity its use engenders"--Provided by the publisher.

"Computer programming can be intimidating for anyone, particularly a beginner. Making that task a bit easier is Ruby, an open-source programming language that is becoming increasingly popular among middle school and high school students. Readers are introduced to the many facets of Ruby, including the language's history, the basics of operation, and implementation of the system's application framework, Ruby on Rails. Discussions of less than optimal aspects of the system and user concerns ensure that the coverage is well-rounded. The accessible text is as easy to understand as Ruby itself. Get to know Ruby!"--Provided by the publisher.

This book describes anglerfish, including their physical characteristics, habitats, and eating habits.

"Modern farms cover vast areas of land, so when it comes time to apply fertilizer or a protective insecticide, spraying equipment is . . . useful. In this . . . text, young readers are introduced to all kinds of sprayers. They find out about the huge piece of equipment that moves on its own, pull-behind models, and the smaller piece that is pulled by an all-terrain vehicle"--Provided by publisher.