Below is a list of 11 the books by this author.
An estimated 70 million feral cats live in the United States alone--decimating bird populations and threatening public health. This informative book... [Read More]
An estimated 70 million feral cats live in the United States alone--decimating bird populations and threatening public health. This informative book investigates the growing populations of "obligates"--abandoned pets, now wild and producing feral offspring, and introduced animals that live in urban and urban fringe areas. An examination reveals the impact these animals are having on resources, space, and native species. Additional content focuses on the charities and organizations that help care for and limit the numbers of feral animals.
An estimated 70 million feral cats live in the United States alone--decimating bird populations and threatening public health. This informative book... [Read More]
An estimated 70 million feral cats live in the United States alone--decimating bird populations and threatening public health. This informative book investigates the growing populations of obligates--abandoned pets, now wild and producing feral offspring, and introduced animals that live in urban and urban fringe areas. An examination reveals the impact these animals are having on resources, space, and native species. Additional content focuses on the charities and organizations that help care for and limit the numbers of feral animals. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Designed for kids doing research and those wanting a ready source of creepy information, Buzz off, Flies! offers information on life cycles, family... [Read More]
Designed for kids doing research and those wanting a ready source of creepy information, Buzz off, Flies! offers information on life cycles, family trees, and the fly's unique relationship with humans. From School Library Journal: Gr 3-5-Profusely illustrated overviews profile a gaggle of infamous pests. In each one, short paragraphs of lively text cover essential information about the featured animals: distinctive physical and behavioral characteristics of particular groups/species, classification, basic anatomy, feeding habits, habitats, etc.; outline their evolution and historical relationship to humans; and offer tips to prevent infestations and for knowing what to do when they occur. Each title also includes sections with movie and literary trivia, idioms, and so on, tied to the animals and intriguing miscellaneous facts. (For instance, cockroaches can survive 12 to 15 times the amount of radiation humans can endure.) Color photographs complement the text on almost every page. Life cycle diagrams are also included. A few of the photos in these sections are just for laughs (e.g., a man cringes beneath a giant cockroach; a startled woman looks into the compound eyes of an enormous fly). Small silhouettes of the animals, massed together, decorate the page corners. These broad, entertaining books will be good companion volumes for more detailed introductions on some of the same creatures, such as Shelley Bueche's Bedbugs (Gale, 2005) and Sophie Lockwood's Flies (The Child's World, 2007).-Karey Wehner, formerly at San Francisco Public Library (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Self-injury is not something people talk about very often. Yet, it is a reality for millions of young. This book deals with the issues of... [Read More]
Self-injury is not something people talk about very often. Yet, it is a reality for millions of young. This book deals with the issues of self-harming and the reasons why people do it. It discusses avoidance and treatment. It outlines real life coping strategies for resisting, and for helping friends and family cope with this real life issue. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Theme: Gr. 7-12
Suicide is the third-leading cause of death for young people. It is important to understand the forces that can lead to suicide and to know how to... [Read More]
Suicide is the third-leading cause of death for young people. It is important to understand the forces that can lead to suicide and to know how to help someone at risk. This book examines how to cope with stresses that can lead to suicide such as family violence, painful breakups, bullying, or depression. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Theme: Gr. 7-12
This title discusses the important difference between wants and needs, and how it relates to money. Through imaginative activities and relatable What... [Read More]
This title discusses the important difference between wants and needs, and how it relates to money. Through imaginative activities and relatable What would you do? scenarios, children will learn how to weigh the pros and cons of a purchase, and to equate smart money choices with examples from their own lives. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
This title explores the role of money in the lives of people around the world, including its necessity for meeting basic needs, as well as the... [Read More]
This title explores the role of money in the lives of people around the world, including its necessity for meeting basic needs, as well as the importance for charity. Through authentic examples and engaging scenarios, young readers will learn that money, when used wisely, can be an instrument of good in the world. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.