Gail Gibbons

Examines the basic characteristics, common breeds, intelligence, behavior, life cycle, and uses of pigs.

Text and labeled illustrations describe the formation and physical features of various kinds of caves, with a brief section on spelunking.

"Introducing, the wetlands: unique ecosystems that are not only a home for an extensive amount of wildlife, but also a vital storage place for one of Earth's most precious resources, water. What lives there? Find out in this simple yet extensive exploration of marshes and swamps and what they are, why they're important, and the birds, fish, and wildlife that make it their homes." -- Amazon.com. A picture book that defines marshes and swamps, discusses...

This book about nature and the changing seasons focuses on a young boy and a very special apple tree. In Gail Gibbons's bright illustrations, Arnold collects apple blossoms in spring, builds a tree house in summer, makes apple pie and cider in the fall, and hangs strings of popcorn and berries for the birds in winter, among other seasonal activities. Includes a recipe for apple pie and a description of how an apple cider press works.

Christmas is many things to many people. It celebrates the birth of the Christ child. It is also Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus, angels, lights, Christmas trees, cards, carols, presents, and prayers. Christmas is... peace, love, and joy.

¿Qué es un tornado? En estos tiempos de clima extremo, la informativa introducción a los tornados escrita por Gail Gibbons, recién actualizada, responde a esa pregunta y proporciona además prácticos consejos de seguridad. Los tornados se forman cuando al aire caliente y húmedo se eleva desde el suelo y se encuentra con aire más frío y denso que baja hacia la tierra. Las dos corrientes de aire comienzan a arremolinarse, incorporando más y...

Explains how fossils help scientists piece together what they believe dinosaurs looked like.

Describes goirillas, what they are, their habits and habitat.

"This new and updated edition presents the latest scientific information on ladybugs in language accessible for young readers through bright illustrations, informative diagrams, and easy-to-read text. Kids will rethink what they know about the little red bug while being introduced to biology vocabulary and environmentalism. See the ladybug grow from an egg to an adult. Explore just some of the different colorings and markings from the thousands of...

Why is there winter in the Southern Hemisphere at the same time there is summer in the Northern Hemisphere? Here is an explanation of how the position of Earth in relation to the sun causes seasons, and the wonders that come with each one of them. Summer. Autumn. Winter. Spring comes again. Year after year the seasons repeat themselves.