Dellaccio, Tanya

"Weighing up to 1,300 pounds, the gentle manatee looks far more daunting than it truly is. How can we protect this peaceful 'sea cow,' which has been endangered by habitat loss and watercraft collisions? ... Readers will learn what manatees need to survive, how they contribute to their ecosystems, and what activities threaten their survival."--Publisher.

Text and illustrations introduce turquoise, discussing how it is made, where it are mined, and more.

Text and illustrations introduce sapphires discussing how they are made, where they are mined, and more.

Discusses the history of computer animation and what it takes to prepare for a career in the industry.

Emma Watson is best known for her role as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter films, but her influence reaches far beyond the silver screen. In the public eye from a young age, Emma Watson has chosen to use her place in the spotlight to advocate for women's rights. She started the gender equality campaign HeForShe, works closely with fair trade garment retailers, and continues to act. Once a young unknown, Emma Watson has broken the mold and uses her place in the limelight to educate the world on pressing issues such as women's rights and ecologically sustainable fashion.

"They can change color. They can strike in as little as 6 milliseconds. They can regenerate parts of their body. They are frogfish. Even reluctant readers are sure to enjoy learning all about these wacky, weird, and wonderful fish. Full-color photographs and exciting, age-appropriate text show just how varied the frogfish can be in shape, size, and color. This book provides a great opportunity to learn about evolution, ecosystems, and so much more. Fact boxes pop exciting, sensationally strange tidbits onto every page, making the readers' experience both fun and educational.".