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From writer/illustrator Maxwell Eaton III, The Truth About Crocodiles is the fifth installment in his hilarous series offering another lighthearted look filled with useful facts about crocodiles that will make you laugh so hard, you won't even realize you're learning something! Did you know that crocs often keep rocks in their stomachs in order to stay underwater longer?Did you know that baby crocs make sounds similar to kittens when they hatch?Did you know that crocs have a lot of teeth, but don’t actually chew their food?Discover these facts and more in this addition to the popular series that combines raucous amounts of humor with a surprising amount of information on beloved animal friends.

Return to Scout's world of natural-disaster mishaps in the second installment of the Survival Scout graphic novel series - this time to learn about tsunamis. Perfect for fans of Scholastic's I SURVIVED series!Learn the skills you need to survive a TSUNAMI.1) Learn the causes: Did you know that a big earthquake can be a sign that a tsunami might hit?2) Recognize the signs: If it looks like the ocean is pulling away from the shore, RUN! This means a tsunami could be on the way!3) Evacuate: Always have a bag of essential items packed and an evacuation route planned. You never know when it could SAVE YOUR LIFE!Remember, if you live near a coast and see the warning signs, DON'T WAIT - get to higher ground. And stay safe out there!Join Scout and her talking skunk companion in this witty, useful, and funny graphic novel about how to survive a tsunami.

When Scout is stranded on her sailboat, she'll have to use everything she knows about how to survive at sea in the riveting third installment to the Survival Scout graphic novel series.Scout has found herself in another sticky situation: this time she's LOST AT SEA!Luckily, she knows just what to do to make sure she and Skunk make it back to shore in one piece.Here's some of the fun stuff you can learn in this interactive, informative survival guide:1.) Signal for help: Don’t just flap your arms in the air, call for aid with a flare or radio.2.) Take care of physical needs: Your boat can provide you shelter, and it should be stocked with emergency food and water--ration them. You may be adrift for days!3.) Learn how wind and boats work: Did you know that a sailboat can sail into the wind? It’s all about the angles!Learn all this, and more, in this fun and practical graphic novel guide to surviving at sea.

When Scout is stranded on her sailboat, she'll have to use everything she knows about how to survive at sea in the riveting third installment to the Survival Scout graphic novel series.Scout has found herself in another sticky situation: this time she's LOST AT SEA!Luckily, she knows just what to do to make sure she and Skunk make it back to shore in one piece.Here's some of the fun stuff you can learn in this interactive, informative survival guide:1.) Signal for help: Don’t just flap your arms in the air, call for aid with a flare or radio.2.) Take care of physical needs: Your boat can provide you shelter, and it should be stocked with emergency food and water--ration them. You may be adrift for days!3.) Learn how wind and boats work: Did you know that a sailboat can sail into the wind? It’s all about the angles!Learn all this, and more, in this fun and practical graphic novel guide to surviving at sea.

Did you know that an elephant's tusks never stop growing?Did you know that elephants can sometimes purr like giant cats?And that they use six sets of teeth throughout their lives?Impress your friends and teachers with these facts and more in The Truth About Elephants, a wildly entertaining (not to mention hilarious) nonfiction picture book offering everything you want to know about this majestic animal.

Scout's woe is your gain in the first of the SURVIVAL SCOUT graphic novel series, where Scout endures natural disasters so we don't have to.Stay calm, and Scout it out! 1) Take inventory of what you have 2) Find shelter 3) Make a fire 4) Signal for help 5) Secure water and food Follow Scout’s trial through the mountains, as she explains how to survive if you ever find yourself lost in the wilderness. A perfect travel companion for those with a knack for adventure, or prone to getting disoriented in the forest.