"A 7-volume illustrated, alphabetically arranged set that presents profiles of individual nations and other political/geographical units, including an overview of history, geography, economy, people, culture, and government for each. Includes a history of the settlement of each world region based on archaeological findings; a cumulative index; and Web resources"--Provided by publisher.

Provides information about the physical characteristics, habits, and behavior of cardinals and such related species as nightingale, canary, chickadee, and lark.

Provides information about the physical characteristics, habits, and behavior of giraffes and such related species as moose, antelope, hippo, rhino, and tapir.

Questions and answers explore the world of whales, with an emphasis on killer whales.

Presents information on the physical characteristics, behavior, and natural environment of lions and other wild cats.

Questions and answers explore the world of beetles, with an emphasis on ladybugs.

"An introduction to Earth and its moon for primary and intermediate grade students with information about their features and exploration. Includes charts and diagrams, a list of highlights for each chapter, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.

Questions and answers explore the world of birds of prey, with an emphasis on owls.

Questions and answers provide information about a variety of turtles, including sea turtles, Galapagos tortoises, and alligator snapping turtles.