"When Maria, Mike, Kiera, Adam, and Rose come across a massive woodland mansion, they know they will have to be prepared before they set foot in its dark, spooky halls. Fortunately, they have more resources than ever before"--Provided by publisher.
"Mike and Maria enjoy being able to visit their cozy base in the Minecraft-themed world they discovered. But they can see some distant hills from its windows, and they have to wonder: What's out there? Mike wants to find new animals and building materials, and Maria wants to discover enchanted books and ways to upgrade her armor"--Provided by publisher.
With upgraded tools, weapons, and armor, Maria, Mike, Kiera, Adam, and Rose hope to be ready for their first trip into Minecraft's fiery, dangerous second dimension.
"Maria, Mike, and their friends head for their first Minecraft village, ready for some trading and building, but when all the baby villagers--and Amaya--vanish, they will have to figure out how to save the day"--OCLC.
"It might be hard to take a puffer fish seriously, especially when it's all blown up like a fishy balloon. However, that's the last mistake some predators will ever make! Young readers will journey under the waves to investigate the many species of puffer fish. Full-color photos will help them examine the curious puffer and its many defenses, while detailed text explains the creatures' life, habitat, anatomy, and more"--Provided by publisher.
"Starting in late 2019 and continuing into 2020, the illness known as COVID-19 changed our lives-and the way we look at and interact with the world around us-forever. This in-depth and informative volume guides young readers in learning more about the illness, the virus that causes it, and the science behind the pandemic it caused. Readers will explore the history of epidemics and pandemics, which provides a solid backdrop for the rest of this fact-filled book. The text features inspiring young activists who have made a difference in this unprecedented time. Full-color photos, a helpful glossary, and primary sources add more layers of depth to this enlightening read"--Provided by publisher.
"The Ninth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights notes that people have more rights than those listed in the document. And, according to the Tenth Amendment, the federal government has only those powers expressly stated in the Constitution. All other powers are given to the states and the people. This title explores the concept of individual rights and states' rights, defining the terms and examining the ways that these ideas have clashed throughout our nation's history"--Provided by publisher.
"Vast numbers of Earth's plants and animals live in the planet's oceans-but scientists estimate we know about far less than half of them! It may be impossible to know just how many creatures live there, but it's clear that marine habitats are home to thousands of species. In this intriguing book, readers will get a peek into one of the most unusual, least known habitats on the planet. From brightly colored (and endangered) coral reefs to the darkest of ocean depths, this volume will fascinate kids with information about Earth's most mysterious habitat"--.
