Kate Riggs

Presents the life and accomplishments of the American author, discussing such topics as his service in the First World War, the publication of his short stories and novels, and his award of the Nobel prize for literature in 1954.

"A fundamental look at a common food chain in the rainforest, starting with the cacao tree, ending with the powerful jaguar, and introducing various animals in between"--Provided by publisher.

" This revised edition surveys key aspects of hawks, describing these birds of prey's appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains how the sun is carried by hawks."--

"A fundamental look at a common food chain in the mountains, starting with the ponderosa pine, ending with the mountain lion, and introducing various animals in between"--Provided by publisher.

"A fundamental look at a common food chain in the desert, starting with the hardy mesquite tree, ending with the opportunistic coyote, and introducing various animals in between"--Provided by publisher.

"This revised edition surveys key aspects of foxes, describing these members of the dog family's appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A fox tale explains how foxes can outsmart other animals." --Provided by publisher.

"A look at the causes and global effects of the 1789 storming of the Bastille and subsequent decade-long revolution, which toppled a monarchy but paved the way for Napoleon's rise to power"--