Jaclyn Jaycox

Briefly explores some of the causes of wildfires around the world and techniques used by governments and firefighters to prevent and fight them. Includes photographs and a glossary.

Explains what tornadoes are, where they occur, how they are measured, and the damage they inflict. Also highlights some of the worst tornadoes in recent history. Includes photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Briefly introduces learning readers to the feeling of hopefulness, discussing what it is to feel hopeful and how to handle extreme emotions. Includes photographs and a glossary.

"Would you rather explore a vibrant rain forest or rocky mountain terrain? In this . . . nonfiction title, young adventurers will face tough decisions about the wilderness. Readers will sharpen their decision-making skills with more than a dozen . . . questions."--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and photographs introduce puffins, including where they live, their bodies, what they do, and what dangers they face.

Lift your tail and splash the water! It's time to share a day up close with a narwhal. See this whale's watery home, what it eats, and how it cares for its young. Features include a body map with labels for key aspects of the animal's body.

Provides an introduction to Arctic foxes, including how they survive in the frigid tundra, search for prey beneath the snow and ice, and how fox pups stay safe from roaming predators.

A killer whale launches into the air creating a huge wave as it crashes back into the ocean. Find out how these great mammals live in the freezing waters of the Arctic, and learn what killer whales eat and how they work together to hunt.

Simple text and photographs introduce quokkas, including where they live, their bodies, what they do, and what dangers they face.

Polar bears roam the Arctic tundra searching for food. Find out how these cold weather bears stay warm and survive in their frigid environment, and learn what polar bears eat, and how they care for their young.