New Releases by Jen Green

This book tells the stories of adventurers who have defied gravity and soared above the Earth, from pioneer aviators and astronauts to the free-falling fearlessness of Felix Baumgartner. Find out about the courage and skill of audacious aviators, and whether you''ve got what it takes to be an ultimate adventurer.

My First Fact File: Oceans is the perfect introduction to life underwater for readers aged 5 and up. Read about the coral kingdoms beneath the waves and the incredible creatures that live within them. Discover how the gravitational pull of the Sun and moon controls the tides on Earth. Learn how we can work to protect our amazing oceans from the harmful effects of pollution. The world underwater is fascinating, deep and dramatic. Get ready to dive in and explore!

Weather is all around us. It affects everything we do, from the way we travel and the houses we live in, to the food we eat and the clothes we choose to wear. My First Fact File: Weather is a first introduction to the fascinating subject of weather for children aged 5 and up. Learn about how the seasons impact on weather around the world. Find out what causes different kinds of weather to happen, from tornadoes and hurricanes to rain and snow. Discover how extreme weather, such as droughts and floods, affect our world, and what we can do to combat climate change. Packed with missions, projects and activities, readers will learn everything they need to know about the amazing world of weather.

Learn about the amazing natural science of trees in this gorgeously illustrated nature and science book. From the highest branch and leaf down to the complex wood wide web of roots, every part of a tree plays an important role in its own growth and the habitat of the whole forest or woodland. Did you know that trees take care of each other and that the whole forest is connected? The Magic & Mystery of Trees takes children on a fascinating journey of exploration, showing them just how special these mighty organisms are. Discover how they communicate and warn each other of predators, how they nurture their networks, record the past, and anticipate the future to ensure their survival. Learn amazing tree facts, meet extraordinary trees from around the world and learn about the habitats they create. Find out what trees do for us and how to make your community a greener place by planting your very own tree!

Read about the women who changed the landscape of science: from pioneers of the ancient world to super-scientists like Marie Curie to unlikely geniuses, such as Hedy Lamarr, and much more. Women in Science includes scientific pioneers who came up with incredible ideas that changed the world; women who work in the fast-paced world of technology; amazing engineers who build incredible structures; and mathematical geniuses. Perfect for 7- to 9-year-olds starting to read alone, Level 3 titles include in-depth information presented through more complex sentence structure with increasing amount of text to expand the reader''s general knowledge and confidence in reading. Additional information spreads are full of extra facts, developing the topics through a range of nonfiction presentation styles, such as fliers, instructions, and record-breaker statistics.

How do we know that the Sun is at the center of our solar system? This scientific theory is know as heliocentrism. This fascinating book looks at the historical controversies that surround the theory of heliocentrism and tells the stories of the scientists who worked on the theory. It also examines how the theory of heliocentrism was arrived at, how it was tested, and what impact the theory has had on our understanding of science today.

How do waterfalls form? How long is the Nile River? Who led the first expedition on Mount Everest? Discover the earth''s most amazing natural wonders in Big Fantastic Earth! Explore the highest peak of Mount Kilimanjaro to the deep grooves of the Grand Canyon, and discover how the incredible landscapes around the world were formed. Big Fantastic Earth takes readers on an exciting journey around the world''s incredible natural architecture. Perfect for 9-11 year olds reading independently, reading becomes a fact-discovering adventure with these Level 4 readers. Supporting and encouraging a lifetime love of reading, nonfiction subjects are clearly explained, described vividly, and brought to life with true encounters, fascinating statistics, and dramatic photographic images. Additional information spreads are full of extra fun facts, developing the topics through a range of nonfiction presentation styles, such as articles, journals, and timelines. Trusted by parents, teachers, and librarians, and loved by kids, DK''s leveled reading series is now revised and updated. With new jackets and brand new nonfiction narrative content on the topics kids love, each book is written and reviewed by literacy experts, and contains a glossary and index making them the perfect choice for helping develop strong reading habits for kids ages 3-11.

What to feed garden birds, 25 projects for birdhouses and a directory of garden birds.

The series focuses on the people who inspire children today. This volume looks at the background, life and achievements of Richard Brandon, his impact on popular culture as well as detailing the everyday facets of his job and how he has gained such success.

A few seals are playing in the waves near a shore. Suddenly a dark, triangle-shaped fin appears above the water''s surface. When the seals see the fin headed toward them, they scatter in all directions as fast as they can. They know that one of the scariest predators in the sea--a great white shark--is headed their way! Young readers will explore the underwater world of this enormous fish through clear text, full-color photos, and diagrams. Age-appropriate activities, such as describing the differences between an adult and a pup, give readers a chance to make observations and to develop animal-science skills.

Examines why Gandhi campaigned for Indian independence from Britain and looks at how his decisions impacted history and his legacy.

Suggests different ways of being eco-conscious with food, including using gray water in the garden, knowing where a product comes from to find its environmental impact, and tips on saving energy in the kitchen.

People throughout time have attempted to make sense of the earth, why there are earthquakes, how rocks are formed, and more. Earth, before people came to be and since, has a rich history. This book takes a look at some of the early scientific and cultural beliefs about the Earth and how discoveries have shaped our modern culture.

Part of DK and Google''s exciting family reference partnership, e.guides look at core topics from many angles, using facts, data boxes, charts, and more, bringing together the best of the Web with DK''s outstanding reference books. The book that is online-with a dedicated web site and all the latest links

Discusses the issue of pollution and waste throughout the world, including the long- and short-term affects on the environment, worldwide government regulations on pollution, and how to reduce waste and pollution.

This thought-provoking book looks at the way changing ideas about the environment and sustainability have affected our attitudes about conservation.

Just how big is a grizzly bear? What do bears eat? How do bears kill their prey? How do polar bears survive in the icy arctic? Do all bears hibernate in the winter? This book answers these questions and many more. It shows how these fascinating creatures live, how they hunt their prey, and how they raise their young. It is a gripping introduction to these amazing predators. Book jacket.

Describes the history, customs, and daily life of the ancient Egyptians.

Explains what coastlines are, why they form, the forces that shape them, how plants and animals survive in coastline conditions, and looks at different coastlines and coastline cities around the world.

Frozen Extremes explores the weather and fascinating animals of the coldest places on Earth. Simple text makes learning about cold climates a breeze in this new title from Crabtree Publishing.

Explores the world''s rivers, discussing how they were formed, what organisms live there, and how they are used by people.

Discusses the country Vietnam and its people, history, culture, geography, and other topics.

Discusses important archeological finds from the Celts'' past and reveals how archaeologists use the latest technology to discover clues to ancient Celtic civilization.

Presents an introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior and habitats of sharks.

Jamaica has a diversity that few other Caribbean islands can claim. Stray from the north coast resorts, and you''ll discover radically different environments and terrain. Or throw yourself into the thick of the island''s life, and you''ll learn about a truly unique culture and peoples. Each book in the ongoing "Countries of the World" series depicts a major nation and its unique position in the world.

Introduces young readers to Earth''s unique features, offering explanations of day and night.

Introduces the different elements of weather, including clouds, thunderstorms, rain, and snow, and explains why seasons occur.

Presents an overview of modern-day Egypt, covering its landscape and climate, government, economy, education, health, and transportation systems, tourism industry, and religious institutions.

An overview of South Africa covers its history, geography, climate, culture, government, and economy.