Gail Gibbons

In addition to the story of Patrick's life, here is information about how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated. There are decorations from shamrocks to shillelaghs. People give cards, share meals, and wear green to honor Ireland, the Emerald Isle-and there are parades! Included are six legends about Patrick. Full color. As well as telling the story of St. Patrick's life, this simple account describes how we celebrate his day and the symbols connected with...

Rain is water falling from clouds. What makes rain? Water vapor rises into the sky. Droplets come together to form clouds. The weight of a great many droplets coming together causes them to fall to earth as raindrops. This is a cycle that never ends. All plant and animal life must have water to survive. From drizzle to downpour, here is information on different kinds of rain and how to prepare if a storm is approaching.

Explains how apples were brought to America, how they grow, their traditional uses and cultural significance, and some of the varieties grown.

The history of the holiday and all its fun festivities are presented in this easy-to-read tale filled with Valentine cards, candy hearts, flowers, and full-color illustrations. Valentine's Day is candy hearts, flowers, and chocolate truffles. It is Valentine cards galore. Most of all, it is a time to share with family and friends, and a time to give thanks for our loved ones. Gail Gibbons presents the history of this special holiday and shares what...

"Berries, apples, melons, and grapes; oranges, grapefruits, bananas -- yum! This ... updated picture book, a companion to The Vegetables We Eat, offers youngsters an inviting, information-packed cornucopia of favorite fruits"--

Step back in time...to the Age of the Dinosaurs! Dinosaurs ruled Earth for milions of years. Some were small and could run very, very fast. Others were big and covered with spikes and plates for protection. Some were huge and terrified other dinosaurs with their long, sharp teeth. In this newly revised edition, Dinosaurs! reflects further paleontological discoveries made since its publication in 2008, while still offering young dino-enthusiasts...

Provides an overview of life in ancient Egypt, describing the people, daily activities, beliefs and customs, and what has been learned from artifacts left behind.

Depicts a number of different tools used in building and the kinds of work they are used for.

A giant meteor blasts an enormous crater into Earth's surface, causing the end of what scientists call the Age of Dinosaurs. Here are the most recent theories about the history of dinosaurs, along with amazing facts about dinosaur discoveries. Gail Gibbons discusses the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods and many of the non-bird dinosaurs that lived during each of those times. Each dinosaur is described with lots of detail for aspiring paleontologists,...