Valerie Bodden

This book is a survey of the painting genre that focuses on landforms and elements of nature, examining the genre's origins and introducing its notable artists, works, and styles throughout history.

This book is a survey of the painting genre that focuses on grand historical figures and scenes, examining the genre's origins and introducing its notable artists, works, and styles throughout history.

"[A] study of wildlife, examining the causes and effects of the ongoing extinction crisis, as well as what people can do to protect, preserve, and propagate species that contribute to Earth's valuable biodiversity"--Provided by publisher.

"An introduction to the ways that writers compose the content of speeches. Excerpts and analysis help to explain the importance of persuasiveness and spoken sound in this nonfiction form"--Provided by publisher.

Concrete Poetry explains that the form began with ancient Greek poets. Also discused is composition mechanics and reader reactions and provide numerous examples for the reader.

"An introduction to the ways that writers compose well-structured essays. Excerpts and analysis help to explain the importance of perspective and research in this nonfiction form"--Provided by publisher.

"An examination of the endangerment and extinction of certain plant life, exploring how plants in general affect Earth's biodiversity and temperature, as well as how they contribute to a healthier planet"--Provided by publisher.

A brief introduction to nursery rhymes with illustrations that examines British and American tales, and discusses the history and common characteristics of nursery rhymes; and includes instructions for suggested activities.

"A history of America's famed Apollo 11 mission to the moon in 1969, detailing the challenges encountered, the individuals involved, the discoveries made, and how the expedition left its mark upon the world"--Provided by publisher.

"A history of the bathyscaphe Trieste's 1960 descent to the bottom of the ocean, detailing the challenges encountered, the individuals involved, the discoveries made, and how the expedition left its mark upon the world"--Provided by publisher.