"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces mosquitoes to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

Mosquitoes are sneaky and quick and can bite all kinds of other people, but they are no match for a ninja.

Familiar tunes are given new words relating to summer camp, including "Whose Idea Was This Dumb Hike" sung to the tune of "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star."

Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of mosquitoes.

14 stories grouped into four parts: the horrors of Vietnam; men at war with women; the difficulties of divorce, mental defects, and the ravages of cancer; and battling epilepsy and alcoholism.

Ma and the girls follow Pa west by train where they make their home at a rough railroad camp and plan for their own homestead.

"Mosquitoes are often considered the deadliest animals on Earth, mostly because they spread malaria. Without treatment, malaria can be fatal. Using things such as mosquito nets and insecticides, people are fighting malaria by fighting the bugs that spread it. Malaria explores the history and science behind this disease, as well as how it's treated. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject."--...

An autobiography of growing up as an Iranian-American describes the author's family's 1971 move from Iran to Southern California, the members of her diverse family, and their struggle with culture shock.