Most Popular Books by Joanne Mattern

Details the characteristics, habitats, and life cycle of the coyote. Includes photo diagram.

Simple text and photographs present geckos, how they look, where they live, and what they do.

"A brief introduction to water spiders, including their habitat, food, and life cycle"--Provided by publisher.

"Simple text and photographs present orangutans, how they look, where they live, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.

There are so many ways to use math on a trip! From telling time to measuring distance, readers will learn how math can make travel more interesting and more fun.

Young readers will use math skills such as measuring, counting, and adding as they plant flowers and vegetables in this gardening experience.

With age-appropriate text and large engaging photos young readers are shown how people go places on a train. "Good to Know" facts give higher-level details.

"A brief introduction to rattlesnakes, including their habitat, food, and life cycle"--Provided by publisher.

King cobras slither across the ground. Learn all about these venomous snakes and their habitats in King Cobras.

Strong jaws, razor-sharp teeth, exploding gases! Discover some of the super weapons in Earth''s animal kingdom.

Audie Murphy was a dirt-poor Texas farm boy without a future. He spent much of his childhood working at low-paying jobs and hunting to keep his family from starving. Audie''s future looked bleak--until the United States entered World War II. Audie lied about his age to join the army, and soon this baby-faced soldier was fighting in Europe. Audie became a fearless leader and the most decorated combat soldier in American history. His war experiences became a popular book and movie, and Audie went on to a career as a Hollywood star. However, the story of America''s most honored soldier is not what it seems to be. Audie may have been a hero, but his war experiences affected his life long after the shooting stopped. Find out the fact and fiction about this war hero and movie star and learn the true story of Audie Murphy.

The Great Smoky Mountains can be found in Tennessee and North Carolina. Hike through some of the most famous trails to learn about the national park''s rich history and wilderness.

With age-appropriate text and large engaging photos young readers are shown how people go places on a city bus. "Good to Know" facts give higher-level details.

Whether it''s growing new body parts or shedding body parts for defense—some of Earth''s amazing animals have super-strange bodies that are almost beyond belief.

An introduction to the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of India.

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750) was a German Baroque composer and musician. Admired for his intricate and expressive compositions, he crafted masterpieces such as the Brandenburg Concertos and the Mass in B Minor. Bach''s legacy endures as one of the greatest composers of all time, influencing generations with his exceptional contributions to classical music. Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Bach''s history. A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composer''s life story.

Animals rely on their sense of hearing to locate predators, find food, and sense danger. This book explores a variety of animal ears and describes how they work and how they help animals hear. From the super-sharp hearing of an owl to grasshoppers that hear through their legs, this book is full of fascinating facts that capture the reader''s attention while providing scientific information and offering an opportunity to compare animal hearing to the readers'' own. Photographs, diagrams, and maps add to the learning and make this book even more appealing for young learners.

Frederic Chopin (1810–1849), a Polish-French composer and pianist of the Romantic era, was renowned for his emotive and expressive piano compositions, such as the "Nocturnes" and the "Revolutionary Étude." Chopin''s innovative approach to melody and musical form left an indelible mark, making him an influential figure in 19th-century classical music. Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Chopin''s history. A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composer''s life story.

Discusses the land, history, economy, and culture of Ireland.

Thick fur. Thin face or wide face. Long howls or short yips. Is it a wolf or a coyote? Learn how these beautiful wild creatures are alike and how they differ.