David A. Steen

"But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass (mirror) the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord." 2 Corinthians 3:18, KJV How can we grow and mature in our personal friendship with the One who made us and whose greatest desire is for us to know, love, and trust Him? What can we learn about the unfathomable beauty of God's character from studying what He made? What can we learn from stories about how His cre-ation affects the lives of His trusting children? Worship Him Who Made... is a daily devotional focusing on our remarkable Creator. Each devotional shares stories and details from nature, revealing the loving character of our amazing God. Learn of the marvels found in creation, displaying His love for us. Claim the promise that when we see Jesus as He really is, we will be drawn to Him, and we will be changed. "Rather than wait for the first of the year, I started reading, and I have not been able to stop with one day at a time..." J. Tucker, Tennessee "I like the concept of a daily invocation inspired by the awe of God's creation." The Mull Family, North Carolina "We've been learning things we didn't even know there was to learn Then when you tie in the spiritual lesson with what takes place in nature-that's truly special." The Reinholtz Family, Michigan "We read it every day and were inspired by the insight you provided." The Dulan Family, Alabama

⭐ Selected as one of the Best Nature Books of 2022 by Kirkus Reviews ⭐⭐ Selected as one of the Best Informational Books of 2022 for Older Readers by Chicago Public Library ⭐ "A book worth returning to multiple times. A fascinating primer on the intricacies of ecosystems." -- Kirkus, starred review Discover inspiring stories of wildlife brought back from the brink of extinction - a perfect gift for kids who care about the environment Rewilding means returning animals or plants to places where they used to live. In this book, acclaimed conservation biologist and science communicator David A. Steen introduces children to the scientists determined to turn back the hands of time to create a greener future. Read about awe-inspiring rewilding projects, including: - The wolves that returned to Yellowstone National Park and dramatically improved the ecosystem- The beavers reintroduced to their old territories to build dams to stop them flooding- The Gal pagos giant tortoises who beat the odds to survive extinction and return to their island home Throughout the heartwarming true stories, beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist Chiara Fedele, children will learn how different species evolved to live side by side and will see what it takes to be a conservation scientist. They might even be inspired to become a wildlife activist themselves By the end of the book kids will be left with a key message: it's not too late to fix the planet.

Snakes inspire extreme reactions. Love or hate these limbless reptiles, almost everyone is fascinated by them. Although snakes are widespread and frequently encountered, they may be more misunderstood than any other group of animals. From giant rattlesnakes to mating dances, there are dozens of myths and misconceptions about snakes. In Secrets of Snakes: The Science beyond the Myths, wildlife biologist David Steen tackles the most frequently asked questions and clears up prevailing myths. In a conversational style with a bit of humor, Steen presents the relevant biology and natural history of snakes, making the latest scientific research accessible to a general audience. When addressing myths about snakes, he explains how researchers use the scientific method to explain which parts of the myth are biologically plausible and which are not. Steen also takes a close look at conventional wisdom and common advice about snakes. For example, people are told they can distinguish coralsnakes from non-venomous mimics by remembering the rhyme, "red on black, friend of Jack, red on yellow, kill a fellow," but this tip is only relevant to coralsnakes and two mimics living in the southeastern United States, and it does not always work with other species or in other countries. Enhanced by more than 100 stunning color photographs and three original drawings, Secrets of Snakes: The Science beyond the Myths encourages readers to learn about the snakes around them and introduces them to how scientists use the scientific method and critical thinking to learn about the natural world.