Jill C Wheeler

This title examines the remarkable life of reality television personality Andrew Zimmern. Readers will learn about Zimmern's family background, childhood, education, and his journey out of addiction to television stardom on the Travel Channel's Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern, Bizarre Foods America, and Andrew Zimmern's Bizarre World. Informative sidebars, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the rare photos and easy-to-read text...

This title examines the remarkable life of reality television personality Mike Rowe. Readers will learn about Rowe's family background, childhood, education, and journey from QVC host to stardom on Discovery Channel's Dirty Jobs. Informative sidebars, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the rare photos and easy-to-read text showcased in this inspiring biography. There's also a fun-to-do activity! Aligned to Common Core Standards...

This title examines the remarkable life of reality television personality Rachael Ray. Readers will learn about Ray's family background, childhood, education, her early efforts creating fast easy recipes, her work as the creative force behind 30 Minute Meals, as well as her evolution to Food Network star. Informative sidebars, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the rare photos and easy-to-read text showcased in this inspiring...

This book introduces young readers to the Japanese bobtail cat, the feline recognized by its short, fluffy tail. Engaging, easy-to-read text invites students to examine this breed's history, personality, behavior, and development. Coat characteristics, common colors, size, and care instructions are also highlighted. Beautiful, full-color photos feature the Japanese bobtail in a variety of situations. An index and glossary are also included. Checkerboard...

This book introduces young readers to the Boston terrier. In engaging, easy-to-read text readers examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the breed. Coat, color, size, and care instructions are also covered. Beautiful, full-color photos allow students to see Boston terriers in a variety of situations. An index and glossary are also included. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Glossary of key...

Traces the childhood, education, and career of Gertrude Chandler Warner. Reviewed The Children's Authors series gives young readers an intimate look at the lives of their favorite writers. Each engaging biography traces an author's childhood, education, and career. Readers will learn what inspired the authors to write and how they came up with story ideas. Clearly-written text and amusing anecdotes provide readers with easy access to the lives of...

Introduces characteristics, habitat, and behaviors of the Ghost-faced bat. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Bats are mammals. But unlike all the other mammals on Earth, bats can fly. In this series, find out all about this fascinating animal. Learn how to identify different bats, and where they live. Discover the amazing way bats fly in the dark, without running into anything. Engaging, simple text, colorful photos, and detailed diagrams...

This book introduces young readers to the Newfoundland. In engaging, easy-to-read text readers examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the breed. Coat, color, size, and care instructions are also covered. Beautiful, full-color photos allow students to see Newfies in a variety of situations. An index and glossary are also included. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Glossary of key words Index...

Presents the life and work of this author of more than one hundred books for children and young adults, who is best known for her series of "Nate the Great" books. Reviewed The Children's Authors series gives young readers an intimate look at the lives of their favorite writers. Each engaging biography traces an author's childhood, education, and career. Readers will learn what inspired the authors to write and how they came up with story ideas. Clearly-written...

Polar regions are the world's most unpopulated areas and offer visitors vast expanses of beauty. But spending time in very cold regions has potentially deadly risks. This title examines the experiences of people who have faced death in cold places and survived. Readers will learn about the unique features and dangers of polar areas and discover how to prepare for and stay safe on an adventure in these regions. Features include a glossary, references,...