Dana Meachen Rau

"When the very modern character of Nancy Drew first appeared in 1930, no one had a clue that she would remain a star for the next century! To this day, Nancy is still the main character in new TV shows, movies, and books. What makes her so interesting to so many generations of readers? Nancy can do it all! She's a daring teenage girl who solves mysteries, expertly drives her famous blue car, cooks like a gourmet chef, swims like a pro, and more! Since...

Simple text and colorful illustrations describe different characteristics and habits of the cat, inviting the reader to "guess who"?

As the seasons change, a family shares both fun and chores in their yard.

"This book explains how astronomers discover new planets"--Provided by publisher.

"This book explains what the Sun is and how it affects the rest of the solar system"--Provided by publisher.

So far, our travels into outer space have been limited to the planets and moons surrounding the sun in our own solar system. What would we find if we made it all the way to another star's solar system? Today's astronomers are planning a mission to explore further reaches of space than humans have ever reached. Readers will discover how these bold scientists are working to build faster spaceships and overcome the obstacles that make it difficult for...

"Identifies common transportation hazards and advises how to deal with them"--Provided by publisher.

A young boy arranges his family for pictures.

Discusses the westward migration of settlers along the Oregon Trail and describes the equipment and supplies necessary for the journey, what a typical day on the trail was like, the dangers the travelers faced, and the hope which helped them reach Oregon Country.