Lela Nargi

Karl is an Abyssinian ground hornbill with a special challenge. His lower bill had broken off and made eating difficult. Karl did a great job of adapting and finding new ways to eat, but he wasn't getting all the food he needed. His zookeepers at the National Zoo and friends at the Smithsonian Institute wanted to help. Could an old bird skeleton and a 3-D printer give Karl a new beak? Karl's new adventure was about to begin!

Anna loves hearing stories of her mother's childhood at Mr. Reuben's grocery store, but makes her own impression after collecting money in a tzedakah box to feed a hungry man.

"Rumble and mumble. Trumpet and stomp! Meet Kamala, Rani, Bozie, Swarna, and Spike! These busy Asian elephants have formed a family at the Smithsonian's National Zoo. Discover a day in the life of this elephant herd, how keepers interact with them, and how this work helps wild elephants thousands of miles away. Created in partnership with the Smithsonian Institution, this fact-filled picture book will help young learners get to know these incredible...

Introduces volcanoes, describing how they form, why they erupt, and some of the most explosive eruptions throughout history.

"Has the universe always existed? Scientists have looked further into space and discovered the galaxies moving. Were they once closer together? If scientists look far enough, can they discover where our universe started? Budding astronomers will learn all about the universe in this in-depth look at space science"--

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about marine biomes, the important role they play on Earth, and the climate, geology, geography, and wildlife that define them. Bright, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the oceans that make up marine biomes. Infographics aid understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about marine...

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the desert biome, the important role it plays on Earth, and the climate, geology, geography, and wildlife that define it. Bright, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about deserts. Infographics aid understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about desert biomes using our safe search...

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about freshwater biomes, the important role they play on Earth, and the climate, geology, geography, and wildlife that define them. Bright, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the lakes, streams, and rivers that make up freshwater biomes. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children...

"What are constellations? Who named them? Where can they be found? Ancient peoples believed constellations held clues to the future. These groupings of stars helped farmers plant crops and sailors find their way home. Budding astronomers will learn all about constellations, including the history of studying the stars, how today's constellations were named, and how constellations help today's astronomers"--

"Questions and answers give kids an understanding about the technology of military robots, including how the military uses robots and what makes them unique. Includes infographics to support visual learning and back matter to support research skills, plus a glossary and index"--