New Releases by Kathy Darling

Describes how baby orangutans whose mothers have died are nurtured by human babysitters at Camp Leakey in the rain forests of Borneo, until they are ready to live in the wild.

Would you believe that you could throw an egg across the room without breaking it? Burn a candle underwater? We Dare You! is a gigantic collection of irresistible, easy-to-perform science experiments, tricks, bets, and games kids can do at home with everyday household objects. Thanks to the principles of gravity, mechanics, fluids, logic, geometry, energy, and perception, kids will find countless hours of fun with the selections included in this book.

Photographs and text describe some of the young animals that are found at the seashore, including the sea lion, green turtle, and pelican.

Photographs and brief text describe a variety of baby animals, some of whom are endangered, who make their homes in the desert.

Photographs and text describe some of the many unique young animals that live in the world''s rain forests, including frogs, iguanas, macaws, orangutans, and tigers.

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of lions, as well as some of the threats they face.

Describes the variety of microorganisms that inhabit the human body, especially the ones that are harmless or helpful, and how we interact with them in various ways.

A collection of science experiments and activities, arranged in such categories as "Physical Attractions, " "Curious Chemistry, " and "Freaky Fluids."

Presents photographs and informative text about a different breed of cat for each letter of the alphabet.

From A is for Afghan to Z is for Zaire dog, learning the alphabet was never so much fun! In this playful book for young readers and dog lovers alike, man''s best friend sits, rolls over, and even begs for reader attention. Fact boxes list each breed''s vital statistics while full-color photographs feature dogs and puppies in their most playful poses, as well as performing their favorite jobs. Guaranteed to wag your tail, this ABC book will have you panting for more.

Photographs and text describe some of the young animals that are found in the frigid Arctic regions, including moose, foxes, walrus, porcupines, reindeer, and whales.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the giant lizards found only in Indonesia.

Flannel boards based on ethnic folk tales.

Describes more than sixty tricks based on scientific experiments featured in the text.

Easy-to-do projects that encourage children to master two of childhood''s most basic challenges: learning the alphabet and building confidence in one''s creative ability.

An important resource, this book provides a short-course in nonlinear continuum mechanics, contains a brief account of electromagnetic wave theory and Maxwell''s equations as well as an introductory account of quantum mechanics, and presents a brief introduction to statistical mechanics of systems in thermodynamic equilibrium. Also included is information on continuum mechanics, electrodynamics, quantum mechanics, and statistical mechanics. The author approaches mechanics as the branch of physics and mathematical science concerned with describing the motion of bodies, including their deformation and temperature changes, under the action of forces, and if the study of the propagation of waves and the transformation of energy in physical systems are added, then the term mechanics does indeed apply to everything that is covered within the book.

As increasing numbers of toys disappear from his workshop, Santa engages a detective to solve the mystery.