A fierce summer storm dramatically affects the desert plants and animals of the American Southwest. Harcourt Brace Children's Books Thinking About Ants , written by Barbara Brenner, illustrated by Carol Schwartz. How Foods of the Americas Changed Eating Around the World , written by Sylvia A. Johnson. Fascinating stories of the foods and plants Native Americans introduced to the world. From a gentle mountain pond to a raging waterfall or a silent ocean mist to a sparkling rainbow, Thomas Locker's dramatic paintings and text give water voice and substance in this tribute to water in all its glorious forms.
Animals use all kinds of methods to protect themselves.
Jenkins explores the many fascinating and unique defense mechanisms creatures use to escape from danger. Houghton Mifflin Wild Flamingos , written by Bruce McMillan, photographs by Mr. McMillan. A photo essay describing the physical characteristics, natural habitat, and behavior of the flamingos of Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles. The Zoo at Night , written by Martha Robinson, illustrated by Antonio Frasconi.