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Heat, pressure and stress can also change some igneous or sedimentary rocks into other kinds of rocks. This fact-filled book describes the process that turns limestone into marble, shale into slate, and granite into gneiss.

Describes the geological makeup and history of the Gobi Desert in Mongolia and China. This book helps readers learn about the variety of habitats in this vast desert system that support many different kinds of plants and animals such as camels, snow leopards, and bears.

Intended for ages 4-8, this work provides an introduction to the Arctic region, and helps children learn about the unique habitat and how the plants and animals have adapted to the harsh environment.

South Africa is known as the Rainbow Nation because the people

This interesting book describes how the blending of native Mexican and Spanish traditions, beliefs, and rituals has resulted in many of the lively and colorful festivals celebrated in Mexico today. Young readers will also learn how the Mexican people celebrate family occasions with fiestas.

There's more to this spooky festivity than carving pumpkins and trick-or-treating. This title explores the history behind this yearly custom, including its roots in ancient Celtic tradition, as well as the costumed and candied evening it is today. It is suitable for ages 4 to 8 years.

Many holidays and festivals celebrated in the United States honor religious events and important dates or people in the country's history. This interesting book shows how Americans celebrate holidays and family occasions, as well as the traditions of the cultures from which their families first came.

"Accessible text and vivid photographs introduce readers to seeds describing how they spread and their different uses."--Amazon.com.

This colorful book describes the traditions, beliefs, and rituals of the Russian people celebrated in the many different festivals of Russia today. Young readers will also learn how Russians celebrate family occasions.

This fascinating book describes how native Brazilian and Portuguese traditions, beliefs, and rituals have combined into the holidays and festivals celebrated in Brazil today. Young readers will also learn how the Brazilian people celebrate family occasions.