Nicole Horning – författare

Readers often see baby elephants playing with toys such as balls in zoos. Through this informative look these adorable animals, readers will also learn how playful baby elephants are in their natural habitats. They''ll discover elephant adaptations and life cycles through this fun and engaging look at early life science topics. Featuring full-color photographs of these cute animals in action, this is a reading experience that young animal lovers will find educational and enjoyable. How do baby elephants learn to use their trunk? This answer and many more are waiting for your readers to discover.

Baby penguins are fluffy and fascinating creatures with a fun story to tell. Readers uncover the unique lives of these baby birds as they explore their habitats, adaptations, and families through accessible text and vibrant, full-color photographs. Early learners gain a deeper appreciation for these popular animals by discovering what they eat, where they live, and what they do daily throughout their life cycle. This cute and creative look at beginner biology concepts will excite young animal lovers as they are encouraged to independently explore the achievable text.

Readers may think bear cubs seem cuddly, but they should not get very close to them in the wild. However, through this guide to lives of bear cubs, readers are able to learn more about these animals alongside full-color photographs that show them in impressive detail. Readers gain a deeper appreciation for these adorable baby animals as they learn about hibernation, where bears live, and their family structure. Additionally, they''ll learn fun facts about how bear cubs play and communicate. The simple text encourages independent learning, making this a creative and cute introduction to science curriculum topics.

Horses are popular animals, and baby horses can teach young readers a lot about how animals grow and change throughout their life cycles. As readers explore engaging text about foals and discover full-color images of these beautiful creatures in action, they are given the tools to better understand the differences between baby and adult animals. They will be introduced to essential information about how to care for and interact with foals. Presented through concise text, this information encourages readers to develop independent reading skills as they learn about the fascinating lives of foals.

Science lessons can be cute and cuddly. This is what your readers will discover when they explore basic biology concepts through the lens of the care of adorable kittens. Kittens are playful, loving companions for people, but there is a lot of work that goes into their care. This valuable guide helps young readers become responsible pet owners by using simple language to explain the lives of kittens in an accessible way. Informative, in-depth facts are presented alongside full-color photographs for readers to gain a deeper appreciation for these amazing and adorable baby animals.

Puppies are often seen as perfect pets, and learning about how puppies live and grow is a great way to introduce young readers to basic science concepts such as life cycles. As readers discover fun facts about what puppies eat and how they play, they absorb essential information about these popular animals. Your readers will learn the best ways to introduce themselves to a puppy for the first time and how dogs communicate with people. Fun, interesting facts supported by adorable full-color photographs provide a useful guide on how to be responsible pet owners.

Much of the earth''s crust is made up of rocks. Through this age-appropriate guide to this common Earth science curriculum topic, readers gain an early appreciation for the different types of rocks that make up the Earth. They''ll learn how igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks are formed, where they are found, and what they look like. Dazzling photographs support the fact-filled narrative. This educational and engaging reading experience encourages early learners to use their natural curiosity to discover amazing things about the world around them.

More than 70 percent of the earth''s surface is covered by water, which makes studying the ocean an integral part of early Earth science lessons. Through full-color photographs and age-appropriate scientific information, readers dive deep into the world''s oceans to learn about this important part of the planet. They''re presented with fun and fascinating facts about the ocean, such as its role in the water cycle and the animals and creatures that call it home. Readers are encouraged to think about ways to protect the ocean, as this volume fosters a spirit of environmental conservation and appreciation.

Learning about the seasons is an essential part of early Earth science curricula, and it''s also a great way to connect science to tangible changes in the world around us. Through the informative narrative and full-color photographs that fill the pages of this accessible guide to the four seasons, readers gain a deeper understanding of the many natural changes that come with each season. They''ll learn why the earth has seasons and how the changing of seasons affects Earth''s animals, plants, and people.

When children look up at the sky, their natural curiosity leads to many questions. Why does the moon seem to change shape? Why does the sky look like it''s different colors at different times? What are stars made of? These questions and more are addressed with this guide that is geared toward curious early learners. As young readers explore the simple narrative, they discover fascinating facts about the things they see in the sky, including facts about the sun, moon, and stars. These important science curriculum topics are presented alongside vibrant full-color photographs.

Many kids love to play in the dirt or grow plants in pots of soil, but how much do they actually know about what soil is made of and how it helps things grow? With this fun and fact-filled guide, readers get the dirt on dirt! They''ll enjoy an introductory look at soil horizons, and learn how soil affects living things and how living things affect soil. Readers are given an up-close look through detailed, full-color photographs. Basic Earth science curriculum topics are presented in an accessible way that encourages independent learning.

From sunny days to thunderstorms, weather plays an important part in our daily lives, but what causes the different kinds of weather? As readers explore the answer to this question, they''ll learn basic science facts and strengthen their understanding of how science concepts are at work all around us every day. Fun facts are presented through age-appropriate and achievable text, allowing readers to independently discover information. Full-color photographs of a variety of weather events create an engaging visual component to this essential Earth science learning experience.

When Uzbekistan declared independence and left the Soviet Union, it started a new chapter in its long history. Readers will explore this history and the steps Uzbekistan has taken to plan for the future with this thoroughly-researched and updated guide. From facts about the government and economy to details about art, music, and sports, every aspect of life in this Central Asian nation is presented. Additional information about Uzbekistan is found in easy-to-read maps, a comprehensive timeline, recipes for making popular foods, and helpful sidebars.

The culture of Colombia is presented to readers in a fresh and vibrant way in this meticulously updated guide. Readers are inspired to think about both the history and current events that have affected and are still affecting this nation as they explore the detailed main text. Additional information is presented in sidebars, which also include short biographies of Colombians who are examples of global citizens. Their stories are sure to inspire readers as they take in the vibrant photographs, detailed maps, delicious recipes, and eye-catching fact boxes that enhance their reading experience.

Young adults who abuse prescription opioids may turn to heroin later on, as it gives the same type of high but can be cheaper and easier to obtain than prescriptions. Knowing the health risks associated with heroin abuse can help young adults avoid falling into the traps of both kinds of drugs. Incorporating full-color photographs and detailed charts, this volume illustrates the severe health threat heroin poses. A list of antidrug organizations is provided for readers to learn more about this dangerous drug epidemic.

The drug trade is a lucrative business, and drug traffickers find inventive ways to protect their investments. Smugglers have a variety of means available to them to move large amounts of drugs between countries, including underground tunnels, secret pockets, and even the postal service. This means law enforcement officials must be clever and creative in their pursuit of these criminals. Readers learn how police target drug traffickers and what they can do to pursue a similar career. Informative sidebars, fact boxes, and full-color photographs give a full picture of the work that law enforcement officials do to apprehend drug traffickers.

Ancient Egypt is one of the most widely studied historical civilizations. Readers are introduced to important facts about ancient Egypt and the ways ancient Egyptians influenced the world for thousands of years. Readers explore this complex culture through accessible text, annotated quotations from historians, vibrant photographs and historical images, and enlightening sidebars. Readers may know about Egypt’s pyramids and pharaohs from their history classes, but they will enjoy learning lesser-known stories of this amazing part of the ancient world.

Drug abuse is not a new phenomenon, but it seems as though the problem has become worse in recent years, especially as prescription opioid and heroin abuse has skyrocketed. Is this an accurate view, or has the media inflated the problem? Which drugs are at the forefront of this current national crisis? Readers discover the answers to these questions and many more as they explore well-researched, unbiased text. Through full-color photographs, detailed sidebars, and annotated quotes from leading experts, this volume discusses the most pressing issues in today''s drug abuse epidemic.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is the source of much controversy. Some people feel it is over-diagnosed today, while others believe it was under-diagnosed in the past. Similarly, disagreements about treatment methods, especially whether or not a child should be given medication for it, have been ongoing for years. Sometimes these arguments are fueled by misinformation, and those who are affected by ADHD may have difficulty making their voices heard. Through full-color photographs, engaging sidebars, and quotes from experts in the field, this volume explores all sides of the issue, helping readers form their own opinions.