Best Selling Books by Nancy Dickmann

When many young readers think of space, they just think of the planets, and perhaps the sun and moon. But there''s much more to space than just those things. Asteroids, meteors, and comets are just a few of the other things that exist in what we know as space. Readers of this delightful book will learn all about these amazing, often rocky or icy, objects. Fact boxes emphasizing key numbers are included throughout the book, while colorful photographs and diagrams also help visual learners understand many of these figures.

Hurricanes and tsunamis have become a major global warming concern in recent years, but a solution for cleaner energy might be hidden in these same waters. Readers will explore humanity’s relationship with waves and tidal energy sources, delving into the world’s biggest tidal range in the Bay of Fundy and voyaging out to open waters where Ceto devices lurk beneath buoys. Fact boxes offer fascinating tidbits to hook even the most reluctant readers and vivid photographs help readers understand complex wave-harnessing technologies with ease. This fact-packed volume will make a splash in any science curriculum!

The number of scientific discoveries by Louis Pasteur is astounding. From his work on fermentation that led to the process of pasteurization to the rabies vaccine, Pasteur made a huge impact on industry, medicine, and scientific theory. Detailed biography takes readers through Pasteur’s life as he makes these incredible discoveries, uncovering the original use for pasteurization—in wine! Interesting sidebars enhance the main content with understandable explanations and surprising details. Full-color photographs and historical images highlight Pasteur’s triumphs as a hardworking, influential scientist.

"What is it like to live in or visit Sri Lanka? What makes Sri Lanka''s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Sri Lankan people"--

What is it like to live in or visit England? What makes England''s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of England''s people.

This title teaches readers about the first brave, but sometimes ill-informed, explorers who ventured onto the icy peaks of Mount Everest. Read all about the mountain, it''s history and some of the most bizarre tales of its exploration.

People don''t sleep standing up. But cows do! Why? You have questions, and this book has the answers. Find out all about cows and why they don''t need to lie down to catch some Zzzzzs.

"Learn how polar bears live, why they are endangered, and what''s being done to help"--

This series introduces children to the animals, plants, and activities on a farm. The simple text and pictures take students on a tour of the farm, showing the jobs that must be done, the changing seasons, and how food gets from the farm to your plate.

Learn about the life cycle of an oak tree.

Learn about all the different jobs there are to do while on a farm.

Lee este libro para aprender acerca del ciclo de vida del pingüino.

Introduces Hanukkah, including the history of the holiday, why it is important, and how it is celebrated today.

Learn about the life cycle of a chicken.

Learn about how the changing seasons affect life on a farm.

Discover which puppies are calm and quiet and which are bouncy, boisterous and a bit of handful! Find out fascinating facts about each breed and the characteristics which make them so super-cuddly, be it the gorgeous curls of the Cockapoo or the fluff of the Bichon Frise. It''s time to decide who gets your vote as the cuddliest puppy ever! Stunning photographs and easy-to-read text make this the perfect book for young animal lovers.

"Adaptations are changes that help an animal survive. An animal may have unusual body parts, super senses, or clever behavior." -Back cover

"Explore how mathematics has shaped how we look at and understand the world. From figuring out Earth''s circumference using geometry to developing load-bearing arches, young readers will be engaged as they learn about real world math applications."--