Shalini Vallepur

"For those who can't travel to Antarctica, reading this innovative volume may just be the next best thing! Most people know about Antarctica's cold and harsh conditions, but not everyone is aware of just how amazing this chilly continent really is! From the animals that call Antarctica home to the continent's frigid desert and ever moving ice forms, this captivating volume covers many of the questions young readers may have about Antarctica. Simple...

"Oh, no! Nick ran out of salt. How will he continue to make his tasty treats on the Dough Knot? Follow along as Nick discovers how the salt for his pretzels gets from the sea to his food truck"--

"Hop aboard the Rice Bowl food truck with your rice-loving guide Mina as you drive along the road to rice. From the rice paddies, to the rice dishes on tables around the globe, you'll see it all!"--

"What makes kids think of summer? Hot weather, swimming pools, and no school! But the season of summer is more than that! It's the time of the year in which many fruits and vegetables grow ripe and ready to harvest. It's when many trees and flowers fully blossom. In this book, readers learn about the heat and thunderstorms of summer in addition to other basics about the season. "--Amazon.

'In many parts of the United States, the leaves change color and the air grows cooler in autumn. Other parts of the world see autumn happen in this way too! Animals collect food for winter and make their homes ready for hibernation or simply a place to shelter when it's colder. Emerging readers will love this simple introduction to the many facets of the fall season. From what to wear to what the weather will be like, the main content covers it all...

"Traveling the world isn't always an option, but reading about it can be! With the help of this engaging book, young readers have the opportunity to take an up-close look at the fascinating continent of South America. Simple diagrams help break down key concepts, while easy-to-follow maps help readers understand where in the world--and within the continent--different features are located. Accessible text and captivating photographs ensure that even...

"Mostly between the Arctic Circle and the Tropic of Cancer lies North America, the third largest continent in area. While young readers may already be familiar with parts of this continent, there is an endless amount of information to learn about the landmass. Simple maps help readers of this volume locate key parts of the continent. With information about important geographical features, as well as the people and cultures that make up North America,...

"There's no shortage of fun facts to know about Asia. With dozens of countries and an area of more than 17 million square miles (44 million square kilometers), it's home to more people than any other continent on Earth. Plus, it boasts both the highest and lowest points on the planet! Using eye-catching photographs, informative graphic elements, and engaging text, this book guides readers on a fact-filled journey through the largest continent in the...

Do you think you would have enjoyed living during the Viking age? Growing up Viking was not for the weak - even their pets were ferocious! This book is full of fascinating facts about Viking daily life, religion, raiding and trading, and family life.

Food service workers have important jobs, and readers learn all about what makes these workers essential in this creative look at community helpers who don't often get their share of the spotlight. Clear and focused text introduces the basics of jobs in the food service industry, inspiring readers to look more deeply into a career in this area if they are interested in food. In addition, the fun and engaging tone encourages readers to show their appreciation...