Best Selling Books by Catherine D. Hughes

An animal reference that includes the sea''s high-interest animals, such as dolphins, sharks, sea otters, and penguins, and introduces kids to some of its lesser-known creatures.

Animals.

Get ready to blast off on an outer space adventure! Featuring stunning illustrations and engaging interactivity, this reference book will tap into 4-to-8-year-olds'' curiosity about everything under the sun and beyond. This beautiful book is the latest addition to the National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series. These colorful pages will introduce young children to the wonders of space, with out-of-this-world illustrations by David Aguilar and simple text that is perfect for beginning readers or for reading aloud. The book will explain basic concepts of space, beginning with what is most familiar to kids and expanding out into the universe. Chapters include: • Chapter 1 focuses on the Earth, moon, and sun. • Chapter 2 introduces kids to the other planets in our solar system. • Chapter 3 explains other objects in our solar system, such as dwarf planets, comets, and asteroid belts. • Chapter 4 voyages even farther afield, touching on concepts such as the universe, the Milky Way, stars, galaxies, and black holes. • The last chapter delves into space exploration: humans on the moon, spaceships, the International Space Station, etc.

This look & learn board book shows the stages of a caterpillar changing into a butterfly.

Provides pictures and brief facts about a variety of different kinds of dinosaurs.

"Readers learn all about pets with fur, feathers, fins, scales, and shells--and how to find and care for the perfect pet for their family. From cats to dogs to guinea pigs to birds to fish to snakes and more, this reference book introduces kids to a wide variety of family-friendly pets." --

The experts at National Geographic present a delightful reference that introduces young children to bugs of all kinds: big and small, jumping and crawling, colorful and creepy. This charming book explores backyard favorites, such as ladybugs and lightning bugs, and introduces kids to more exotic species that inhabit rain forests and deserts around the world. Colorful photos are paired with profiles of each insect, along with facts about the creatures'' sizes, diets, homes, and more. This book will quickly become a favorite at storytime, bedtime, and any other time!

"A fact-filled introduction to a variety of reptiles and amphibians."--Provided by publisher.

From the toothy lions and towering giraffes you already know to the burrowing aardvarks and adorable gorillas you can’t help but love, this engaging reference book introduces young readers to the diverse wildlife found in Africa. Venture through Africa’s rainforests, grasslands, and deserts to meet more than 50 different animals native to this large continent. Featured creatures include mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians, insects, and spiders. Through informative profiles and stunning photographs, readers will learn what these amazing African animals eat, where they live, and so much more! Features include: Maps that show where these animals are found in the wild Questions in each chapter that encourage interactive learning Simple text perfect for reading aloud with an adult, or for beginner readers Fun facts on every spread Engaging photography of real animals in their habitats Parent tips that extend the experience beyond the book Expand your collection with these popular titles from the best-selling National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series: Little Kids First Big Book of Animals Little Kids First Big Book of Baby Animals Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean Little Kids First Big Book of Reptiles and Amphibians Little Kids First Big Book of Birds Little Kids First Big Book of Bugs Little Kids First Big Book of the Rain Forest Little Kids First Big Book of Pets ... and more!

This adorable reference introduces young readers to birds of all kinds: big and small, flyers and swimmers, colorful and plain. They’ll find backyard favorites, such as robins and cardinals and be introduced to more unique species that inhabit rain forests and deserts around the world. Bird behaviors kids can relate to, including singing, dancing, building, swimming, and diving, reveal fascinating insights into the avian world. More than 100 colorful photos are paired with profiles of each bird, along with facts about the creatures'' sizes, diets, homes, and more. This charming book will quickly become a favorite at storytime, bedtime, and any other time.

National Geographic Kids First Big Book of the Ocean is an adorable animal reference that includes the sea''s high-interest animals, such as dolphins, sharks, sea otters, and penguins, and introduces kids to some of its lesser-known creatures. More than 100 charming animal photos illustrate the profiles, with facts about the creatures'' sizes, diets, homes, and more. This book will quickly become a favourite at Storytime, bedtime, and any other time.

Ces pages colorées initieront les jeunes enfants aux merveilles de l''océan avec plus de 100 photos d''animaux marins adorables et des textes simples, parfaits pour les lecteurs débutants et la lecture à voix haute. Les animaux marins bien connus des enfants comme les dauphins, les requins, les baleines et les manchots y sont présentés et des créatures moins connues avec des informations sur leur taille, leur diète, leur poids et plus encore.