Sheri Amsel – författare

How do birds stay warm in January? What causes meadows to become full of wildflowers in May? Why is August the best time for young animals to develop survival skills? And what is the primary reason brook trout spawn in October? In Adirondack Almanac, Tom Kalinowski chronicles a year in the natural world of the Adirondacks, vividly bringing to life the hidden events that occur there each month. Beautifully illustrated by North Country artist, Sheri Amsel, Adirondack Almanac is both a fascinating introduction to the unseen world of natural cycles and an entertaining account of life among the animals and plants of the spectacular Adirondack region.

A book about the most interesting thing on earth--you!What happens to food after you eat it? Why is your blood red? How do your bones grow?Your body is an amazing machine. Every second of the day and night--without you even knowing it--your body is busily working to keep you running smoothly. When you think about how complicated the human body is and how little goes wrong, it is really an incredible feat! So how does your body do it all?The Everything Kids' Human Body Book is the expert answer to all your questions--from the tips of your toes to the top of your head, you will learn the hows and whys of the human body. Author Sheri Amsel takes you on a journey through the body, with information on:The muscles--from your biceps to your heartYour nerves and how they transmit messagesHow your skin heals itselfBones, joints, and other things you shouldn't breakBlood, guts, and the circulation systemHow your body digests food (it's not always pretty!)Why you need air and how breathing worksWith more than 30 different puzzles and games about the human body, plus information on how to take care of your own body with good nutrition, exercise, and more, The Everything Kids' Human Body Book is the ultimate way to learn how the body works--inside and out!

A delightful book from artist Sheri Amsel featuring Adirondack flora and fauna. This new edition features full-color illustrations throughout the book. Related title(s): Adk Nature Guide, Color an Adk Year, Adk Nature Notes, Adk Wild Adventure, Cecil Goes Wild, Drawing Adk Wildlife, A Wetland Walk, Wild Science