Dana Meachen Rau

"Just in time for the third North American total solar eclipse of the twenty-first century, this book explains how to safely observe solar eclipses, how long eclipses last, and why they result in a blackout period during the day. Young armchair astronomers and astronauts will be inspired by the wonders of outer space and what exists beyond our atmosphere as they learn more about the moon, the sun, and our earth. What really happens during a solar...

"Information and recipes help readers create quick, healthy, and tasty snacks"--Provided by publisher.

"Information and recipes help readers create quick, healthy, and tasty dinners"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the role of the oceans on Earth and introduces waves, tides, and water pressure.

Discusses Earth's role as a planet in orbit around the Sun, how this causes day and night and seasons, and how that affects how we tell time.

A girl describes the hideaway in her closet where she goes when she wants to spend time by herself.

"Easy to read text with rebuses explores the job duties of a police officer"--Provided by publisher.

Children use their hands for all kinds of things when they prepare for and go to a birthday party.

Step by step instructions and photographs detailing the history and basics of chess.