Tamra Orr

Explores the culture and history of ancient Egypt, its gods and goddesses, and the importance of the Nile River to its existence.

"Young children are naturally curious about the world around them. It Snows offers answers to their most compelling questions about winter weather. Age-appropriate explanations and appealing photos encourage readers to continue their quest for knowledge. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words"--Provided by publisher.

"The Civil War tore a hole in the country, creating a wound that was almost impossible to heal. At a time when the two sides of the nation were still struggling to accept the war's casualties, something else came along to unite the country again. It was the Transcontinental Railroad- a line of train tracks stretching from one side of the war-torn country to the next"--P. [4] of cover.

"This book details the history, culture, geography, and government of Madagascar."--Provided by publisher.

Offers kids practical advice on how they can research their ancestry, with an overview of various sources for genealogy information and tips on organizing everything into a family tree.