Patrick Merrick

Briefly explains the significance of the Fourth of July holiday, describes the origin and meaning of its celebration with fireworks, and discusses the making and safety aspects of fireworks.

Discusses, in question and answer format, what avalanches are, how they occur, and how to protect oneself from avalanches.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of raccoons.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and life cycle of the oldest insect species.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and life cycle of the insect called the walkingstick.

Brief and simple overview of the country of Venezuela, it's flora, fauna, landscape, history, and people. Offer a child a ticket to explore a new world! Each title covers one fascinating nation and vividly portrays its key features-from rugged mountains to tropical beaches, from ancient ruins to bustling streets. Students take a private journey with full-color photo essays, plentiful maps, a native-language word list, and fascinating details about...

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of snow leopards.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of leeches--slimy, worm-like creatures.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and life cycle of caterpillars.