After their mother is killed by ivory poachers, a herd of elephants journey across Africa in search of a new home. Led by the eldest bull, they face danger and hardship, but are joined by a young calf who helps them remember the joys of life.
Black holes are massive, dense objects with a strong gravitational pull. As matter and energy fall into a black hole, it emits a huge amount of energy. Black holes warp the fabric of space and time, and can trap light. They communicate with one another via "gravitational waves."
Scout is excited to celebrate the Fourth of July with her family. This year, she has been chosen to be the town's July 4th baby and gets to ride in the parade. She waves to the crowds and feels proud to be representing her town. When the parade is over, her family takes her to see the fireworks.
This book is all about icing! It includes recipes for all sorts of icings, from simple glazes to elaborate frostings. Whether you're looking to add a finishing touch to a cake , cupcake, or cookie, this book has you covered.
Thirteen-year-old Anya accidentally activates a time machine that sends her to a steampunk alternate universe in the middle of a war. Stranded with no way home, she joins the resistance movement to help overthrow the tyrannical government. Along the way, she makes allies and learns that anyone can make a difference.
Bella is a baby elephant who gets separated from her family during a storm. She meets an old woman who helps her find her way home.
The Asia Pacific Cookbook is a delicious collection of recipes from Japan and the surrounding region. With step-by-step instructions and beautiful photos, you'll be able to recreate these delicious meals in your own kitchen.
Ruthie Levine tells a different story each night of Hanukkah, based on her ancestors' escape from Russia. On the first night, she imagines what it would have been like to be one of the fleeing villagers, running through the snow to safety. On the second night, she tells the story of her great-grandmother, who was hidden in a secret room during a pogrom. And on the last night of Hanukkah, Ruthie tells the story of her own family's escape from the Soviet Union, when they finally arrived in America. Each night, as the candles flicker in the menorah, Ruthie's stories come to life, and she feels closer to her ancestors and their amazing journey.