A story of a young girl who dreams that howling winds whisk fur and feathers right off her animal friends. Trying to help, she sews each of them a new "coat." But what kind do they need? Who needs fur, and what color? Who needs feathers, and why? Who needs scales, and should they be moist or dry? Includes "For Creative Minds" educational section.

Examines the history, design, construction, and uses of theaters and describes some notable examples.

Going on a walk with Grandma can take a long time as she loves to spot and watch the behavior of animals.

Examines the nature and behavior of many small creatures, from millipedes to earthworms, that live in the dar, cool dampness under stones. Suggests several related activities.

Follows an ant through her first summer of helping gather food for her nestmates while trying to avoid danger.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various species of ants.

"What's a great way for kids to learn about learning? Tell them how an otter takes swimming lessons, or how a chick learns to peck! Short entries portray how twelve different animals are taught various "lessons." Loads of information about nature is offered in brief, kid-friendly explanations paired with striking illustrations"-- "Short entries portray how 12 different animals are taught various "lessons." Chicks learn to peck to get their bellies...

Examines the history, design, construction, and uses of mosques and descfibes some notable examples.