Best Selling Books by Darice Bailer

Did you know that snowboard cross athletes can race almost 60 miles (97 kilometers) per hour while navigating extremely steep slopes? They swerve around sharp turns at high speeds and fly through the air over jumps. Some of the fastest snowboarders compete in races all over the world. Enter the Extreme Winter Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, moves, competitions, and top athletes connected to snowboard cross. You''ll discover: • How racers stay ahead of the competition on steep slopes. • How athletes stay safe on sharp turns and high jumps. • Who the most famous athletes in snowboard cross are and how they got started. • Where you can practice and find the biggest, most dangerous competitions. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone!

Did you know that snowmobile snocross racers can soar 100 feet (30 meters) through the air before landing? They race around sharp turns and fly over jumps with other riders all around them. Some racers reach speeds up to 120 miles (193 kilometers) per hour. They compete for prizes in races all over the world. Enter the Extreme Winter Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, moves, competitions, and top athletes connected to snowmobile snocross. You''ll discover: ? How racers stay ahead of the competition on icy tracks. ? How to stay safe on a speeding snowmobile. ? Where to watch the world''s most daring snocross racers. ? How snowmobile snocross became popular with sports fans everywhere. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone!

Did you know that snowboard superpipe athletes can spin around three or more times in midair before landing safely? They launch themselves high above the superpipe and perform tricks such as the double cork 1080 and backside air. Some of the best riders compete in top events such as the Winter X Games and the Winter Olympics. Enter the Extreme Winter Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, moves, competitions, and top athletes connected to snowboard superpipe. You''ll discover: • How athletes practice stunning snowboard superpipe tricks. • Where the biggest and toughest competitions are held. • How to stay safe while racing up the icy wall of a superpipe. • How some of the world''s best snowboard superpipe athletes learned their incredible moves. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone!

Did you know that ski slopestyle athletes fly off jumps to do incredible tricks in midair? They can grab their skis and spin around two times before landing smoothly on the snow. Some skiers also glide down rails before jumping off and racing to the next jump. They soar as high as they can to wow fans and judges.

Did you know that ski superpipe athletes launch themselves as high as possible to perform incredible midair tricks? They race up superpipe walls and soar through the air while fans cheer. They perform tricks such as double flips and 1080 spins. The best superpipe skiers earn prizes at competitions all over the world. Enter the Extreme Winter Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, moves, competitions, and top athletes connected to ski superpipe. You''ll discover: • How superpipe skiers learned some of their tricks from snowboarders. • How some ski superpipe athletes modify their equipment to go faster and higher. • Where the toughest ski superpipe competitions in the world are held. • How to stay safe while flying above an icy superpipe. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone!

What''s so great about Arkansas? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Natural State! Explore Arkansas''s mountains, forests, big cities, and rich history. The Arkansas by Map feature shows where you''ll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Arkansas.

What''s so great about Montana? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Treasure State! Explore Montana''s mile-high mountains, gold mines, and wild-west history. The Montana by Map feature shows where you''ll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Montana!

What''s so great about North Dakota? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Sioux State! Explore North Dakota''s breathtaking prairies, American Indian heritage, and exciting history. The North Dakota by Map feature shows where you''ll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in North Dakota!

While visiting the Pony Express exhibit at the National Postal Museum, Kevin travels back in time and becomes Warren Upson, a famous rider with a difficult route.

Real-world examples and engaging activities guide readers in learning about measuring time with a calendar. Readers practice selecting appropriate measuring tools and units of measurement, converting between units, and solving problems by measuring.

Lucy thinks Linus is too attached to his blanket and wants to see what will happen to him without it.

Austin and Alex have adjective homework. On a weekend camping trip, they practice using their best adjectives. They watch the yellow flames of their hot campfire and eat the yummiest s’mores. But what happens when the stinkiest skunk stops by their campsite? Concepts covered include: basic definition and usage of adjectives; comma use; comparative adjectives; placement in the sentence; predicate adjectives; and superlative adjectives. Writing activity in the back reinforces text concepts. Glossary and additional resources.

What''s so great about Kansas? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Sunflower State! We''ll explore Kansas''s exciting museums, outdoor adventures, and fascinating history. The Kansas by Map feature shows where you''ll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Kansas.

When Little Whale makes her first migration to the north, she and her mother have some narrow escapes.

Follows the activities of an Atlantic Puffin as he returns to the island where he was born, meets his mate, and raises a lively chick.

"Provides comprehensive information on bears and the function of hibernating"--Provided by publisher.

Who earned the name "the Comeback Kid" for his miraculous come-from-behind victories? Which superstar quarterback was embarrassingly cut from training camp because he couldn''t remember all the plays? Find out these true stories and more about the greatest pigskin heroes of all time.

Profiles contemporary women athletes, including Rebecca Lobo, Mia Hamm, Michelle Kwan, Shannon Miller, Venus and Serena Williams, and Marion Jones.

What''s so great about Nebraska? Readers will build skills to identify and summarize the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Cornhusker State. We''ll explore Nebraska''s vibrant cities, historic parks, fun-filled ranches, and exciting history. The Nebraska by Map feature helps students locate all the places covered in the book. A special section provides key state details such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Nebraska.