Bøger af Robin Johnson

Presents an introduction to Australia. This book lets you learn about the native Aboriginal peoples and their way of life, the harsh Outback wilderness, the Great Barrier Reef, and the many marsupials that are unique to Australia, including the kangaroo and the koala.

Penguins, one of the few animals that live in the Southern Hemisphere, live mainly in oceans and leave the water only to breed. Several penguin species are endangered because water pollution and global warming affect both their water and land habitats. This book looks at the different species of penguins and the many dangers faced by them.

This title explores the life, work, and legacy of the Bard of Avon.

Creativity and innovation are central to success in the 21st century. This dynamic title provides a comprehensive look at creative processes in a variety of settings. Readers are introduced to various brainstorming techniques and will learn different approaches to help refine and evaluate their ideas. Real-world examples, motivating challenges, and case studies broaden readers understanding of this key skill set.

Technology has given us new ways to connect and converse with others like never before. In fact, by the time you finish reading this sentence more than 193,000 text messages will have been sent! This innovative book explores the often subtle differences between various forms of communication such as active listening, written, oral, nonverbal, and digital communication. Readers will learn about potential communication roadblocks and strategies to overcome them. Motivating activities and challenges, facts and statistics that have impact, and biographical snapshots show how building effective communication skills is essential in all facets of life in todays complex and connected world.

"In this title young readers will learn thunderstorm basics, including how, when, and where thunderstorms occur, how scientists predict thunderstorms and issue severe weather warnings, and how to prepare for and stay safe before, during, and after a thunderstorm occurs"--Provided by publisher.

"Vibrant, full-color photographs and accessible text help introduce young readers to hurricanes. Readers will learn how warm water and wind combine to form these powerful storms, which parts of the world are most affected and when, and what steps to take to prepare for these severe weather events"--

We use adjectives to describe and compare the things in our world. In this spellbinding book, the Word Wizard reveals the secrets of the magical world of adjectives, including synonyms, antonyms, and comparisons. Readers will discover the nuances of language as they look closely at adjectives that vary in intensity and those with closely related meanings. Writing prompts guide readers as they use adjectives to add detail and clarity.

This fact-filled title profiles the celebrated heroes and unfortunate zeroes throughout Olympic history. Readers will learn about great athletic achievements and tales of scandal and dishonor.

Offers information about show jumping. This book helps you learn about verticals, oxers, combinations, and other jumps that horses - and their riders - attempt to complete quickly and flawlessly. It lets you discover the breeds and care of show horses, how they train and compete in Olympic and other jumping events.

Helps you to discover how wind forms, its affect on people, plants, and animals, and the tools scientists use to measure wind direction and speed. This book teaches readers how to make a wind vane and use it to find the wind's direction.

Temperature is a measure of how hot or cold something is. Temperature affects our lives - from the clothes we wear to the activities we do. This title also helps readers to discover how a thermometer is used to measure temperature using units called degrees.