Megan Cooley Peterson

In 1752, the sky in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, darkened. A thunderstorm was coming. Benjamin Franklin was ready to perform an experiment. He wanted to show the electrical nature of lightning. His experiment was a success, but he didn't discover electricity that day. Myths about Franklin and his experiment have been told for years. Discover what's real and what's fiction through infographics, primary sources, and expertly leveled text.

Think you know a lot about rain forest animals? Prepare to know even more about the crazy, cool animals that swing from the branches, swoop through the canopy, and creep along the dark forest floor. You'll be surprised how much you'll discover in this totally terrific book of rain forest animal trivia.

Think you know all about Bigfoot? Think again This apelike cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. Where does Bigfoot sleep? Does the furry beast have a massive stink? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that supports struggling readers and engages monster fans alike.

Think you know all about the chupacabra? Think again This doglike cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. What are chupacabras' favorite snack? Do the hairless beasts like snuggling with stuffed animals? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that supports struggling readers and engages monster fans alike.

Think you know all about Mothman? Think again This winged cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. How fast can Mothman fly? Does the shadowy creature bring bad luck? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that supports struggling readers and engages monster fans alike.

Thomas Edison was a famous American inventor in the late 1800s. His work with light bulbs got a lot of attention. Over time, many stories were told about this work, including that he invented the light bulb. But this isn't true Discover what's real and what's fiction through infographics, primary sources, and expertly leveled text.

Thomas Edison was a famous American inventor in the late 1800s. His work with light bulbs got a lot of attention. Over time, many stories were told about this work, including that he invented the light bulb. But this isn't true Discover what's real and what's fiction through infographics, primary sources, and expertly leveled text.

In 1752, the sky in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, darkened. A thunderstorm was coming. Benjamin Franklin was ready to perform an experiment. He wanted to show the electrical nature of lightning. His experiment was a success, but he didn't discover electricity that day. Myths about Franklin and his experiment have been told for years. Discover what's real and what's fiction through infographics, primary sources, and expertly leveled text.

Think you know all about the chupacabra? Think again This doglike cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. What are chupacabras' favorite snack? Do the hairless beasts like snuggling with stuffed animals? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that supports struggling readers and engages monster fans alike.

Think you know a lot about all things strange, mysterious, and disturbing? Get ready to learn even more From the lost city of Atlantis to famous missing people to the possible existence of Bigfoot, get ready to learn all about the world's strange and mysterious happenings that have baffled experts for years.

Think you know all about Mothman? Think again This winged cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. How fast can Mothman fly? Does the shadowy creature bring bad luck? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that supports struggling readers and engages monster fans alike.

Some climates are dry and some are wet. Some are cold and some are warm. But those words can describe weather too. Learn the difference between weather and climate. Find out how landforms and location can influence weather patterns.

Alla har en relation till väder, men vad är det egentligen och hur förklarar man det på bästa sätt? Fakta om väder handlar om olika sorters väder och hur de uppstår. Varför är det varmt ibland och kallt ibland? Hur kommer det sig att vi har årstider? Och vad är egentligen skillnaden mellan väder och klimat? Svaren på dessa frågor och några fler, finns i Fakta om väder. Fakta om väder är en lättläst faktabok som vänder sig till läsovana barn och unga. Den innehåller lite text, mycket bilder och har ett enkelt språk. Här presenteras spännande och viktiga fakta om väder på ett lättläst och lockande sätt. Boken tar upp mycket som går att diskutera tillsammans om olika väderförhållanden. Alla har en relation till väder, och i den här boken får man också en förklaring på vad det är. I slutet finns en ordlista med förklaringar till de svårare ord som används i boken. Megan Cooley Peterson har alltid älskat att läsa och skriva. Hon har skrivit många faktaböcker för barn om allt ifrån vandringssägner till konstiga fakta om djur. Hon bor i Minnesota, USA med sin man och dotter.

Did a spider actually lay its eggs in a woman's face? Do alligators really live in the New York City sewers? Readers will be captivated by mysterious urban legends while also learning the facts about each claim. Which rumors hold a hint of truth and which claims are totally bonkers? Exciting, easy-to-read text and compelling images will keep struggling and reluctant readers alike flipping the pages to find out.

What's that strange object in the sky? Could it be an alien spaceship? Readers will be riveted by curious tales of UFO sightings while also learning the facts about each claim. Which mysteries still baffle experts and which ones have been solved? Exciting, easy-to-read text and compelling images will keep struggling and reluctant readers alike flipping the pages to find out.

Could aliens from outer space really exist? And have they visited Earth? Readers will be captivated by exciting tales of alien encounters while also learning the facts about each claim. Which stories could be true and which fakes will be exposed? Exciting, easy-to-read text and compelling images will keep struggling and reluctant readers alike flipping the pages to find out.

Lots of teeth. Long legs. Beady eyes. You'll see the animals in this book are far from cute and cuddly. Outstanding photos combined with high-interest text perfectly supports reluctant or struggling readers.

Gorgeous eyelashes. Flashy feathers. Silky hair. You'll see the animals in this book are far from drab and dull. Outstanding photos combined with high-interest text perfectly supports reluctant or struggling readers.