Bøger udgivet af Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada

Egypt is a living museum of the ancient world. Pyramids lie amidst modern farming villages, and construction crews renovate and restore crumbling old city architecture. This work examines the ancient and modern cultural history of Egypt. It also looks at the environmental impact of Egypt's growing population and how pollution effects the pyramids.

Soccer is known as "the beautiful game" because it is simple and doesn't involve a lot of expensive equipment. This title shows why this sport has become the most popular sport. It teaches: how players handle the ball; how each position helps to make a winning team; the role of a referee and rules; and, soccer star profiles.

Understanding a map is easy if you know what you are looking at. This book introduces the young reader to the essential parts of maps through examples. It is suitable for ages 6 to 9 years.

Describes trucks, including transport trucks, dump trucks, fire engines, and mega trucks. This book contains photographs, which feature such unusual trucks as amphibious trucks and monster trucks. It is intended for children aged 6-10.

Egypt is a land of timeless monuments and artifacts. It is also a land marked by the changes brought by the modern world; where camel drivers talk on cell phones and ancient tombs are moved to make way for modern dam building projects. With photographs, this work addresses the problems of pollution, global warming, and erosion on the land.

Intended for ages 9-12, this book describes the evolution of the telephone from the invention of the telegraph by Marconi to the modern day cell phones that have become a popular part of our everyday life. It also takes a look at: how the telephone works; early inventors and those who continue to enhance the technology; and more.

Takes readers into the world of cross country and endurance competitions, which test the stamina, riding, and jumping abilities of the horse and rider. This text provides both history and rules of the sport. It features photographs and informative diagrams.

From the dominating Hindu Kush mountain range to the desolate "desert of death", Afghanistan's many ethnic groups have made their home in this country's rugged terrain. This book shows children the awe-inspiring landscape, lifestyles of the people, and the hardships of a remarkable country trying to bring stability to its nation.

With the founding of his own newspaper, Garrison used the paper and his association with other abolitionists to advocate for the 'immediate and complete' freeing of all slaves.

In 1804, on their expedition to explore the American West, Lewis and Clark promised the Missouri Indians peace and prosperity if they didn't make war. This book follows Lewis and Clark and the members of their Corps of Discovery expedition describing the effects of their encounters with various Native nations. It is intended for ages 8-14.

Suitable for ages 8 to 12 years, this book introduces readers to the elements of the food pyramid. It features high school characters who learn the guidelines offered by the pyramid for good nutrition.

Oceans cover three-quarters of the planet. This book shows how the world's five oceans - Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, and Arctic - are interconnected and why they are vitally important to the rest of Earth.

Suitable for ages 7-14, this book features historic black-and-white and colour images that help to chronicle the history of many famous disasters, including train wrecks, air crashes and ship collisions. It includes a section on how to make distress calls which gives clues as to how a disaster might unfold.

Suitable for ages 6 to 9 years, this colourful book looks at how different kinds of animals make homes in their habitats. It shows children why animals and plants are suited to the places in which they live. It also includes photographs, which show animals that live in hot or cold temperatures, as well as animals that live high up in the trees.

Focuses on 'green' careers. This book offers a look at careers in 'green' food, from planting to cultivation, and merchandising to selling. In addition to the 'greening' of conventional methods of food production, it examines careers in alternative energy, equipment, packaging, and delivery systems.

Intended for ages 4-8, this work provides an introduction to the Arctic region, and helps children learn about the unique habitat and how the plants and animals have adapted to the harsh environment.

Tigers are beautiful cats that may disappear from the Earth forever. Suitable for ages 6-12, this book helps children learn about: tigers, their bodies, and their habitats; how they find food and have babies; reasons why they became endangered; where tigers live today; and how people are helping tigers.

Displays the aspects of dolphin anatomy and behaviour including its language and playful antics. This book features photographs, which emphasize its personality. It is appropriate for ages 4 to 8 years.

Intended for ages 8-14, this book follows the history of cotton from its earliest beginnings in Pakistan and Peru to its world-wide use. Colour photographs and maps describe the plant itself as well as where and how it is produced. Various black and white images help tell the story of the early cotton trade.

South Africa is known as the Rainbow Nation because the people

Born into slavery, Douglass became an eloquent spokesperson for both black's and women's rights. During and after the Civil War, Douglass became a confidant of presidents Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. Douglass also argued for African Americans to be allowed to join the Union army in the fight for their own freedom.

How do you celebrate the day you were born? Children invite their friends and families to birthday parties where they play games and eat birthday cake. Some other countries have different birthday traditions. This title helps to learn how birthdays are celebrated around the world and why some ages are considered more special than others.

Intended for ages 6-10, this book explains what a life cycle is. It features detailed diagrams and colourful photographs that help explain the life cycles of many different kinds of animals, including mammals, birds, snakes, lizards, fish, frogs, insects, spiders, and worms.

Provides information on: why leaves change colour in autumn; how plants and animals survive in winter; and how and why plants grow in spring. This book looks at why there are four seasons, the patterns that appear in each season, and how these changes affect plants, animals, and people. It is intended for ages 6-10.

Almost every child wants a pony, and whether children can have one or not, most love to learn about these wonderful animals. Suitable for ages 6-12, this book introduces children to the joys and responsibilities of proper pony care. It covers topics such as: baby ponies; setting up the stable; feeding your pony; grooming techniques; and more.

Features simple text and colourful photos that make learning important concepts easy. This title uses familiar two- and three- dimensional geometric shapes and their properties from home and school to introduce children to symmetry and asymmetry, lines of symmetry, and congruence.

Suitable for children of ages 7 to 9 years, this book covers such topics as bodies of water, the equator, poles, and hemispheres, latitude and longitude, urban and rural areas, landforms, and, extreme continents.

Intended for ages 9-12, this book explores the changing fashion trends in outrageously decked out custom cars, from oversized tires and shiny rims to stereo systems loud enough to shatter windows.

Intended for ages 7 to 10 years, this book highlights the holidays, celebrations, and symbols of the United States. It looks at the colonial history of the US, its government, and some of its important leaders. It includes many pictures, maps, and illustrations which describe the different regions, climates, cities, and wildlife of this country.

Co-operation means working together to achieve a common goal. Sports teams co-operate. Scientists co-operate. Entire countries cooperate to make the world a better place. This book gives you opportunities to think about how you might co-operate with others to achieve important things.