Carmen Bredeson

A biography of one of America's first seven astronauts, focusing on the training and career of Gus Grissom, who died in a fire aboard Apollo I in 1967.

Simple text and photographs introduce young readers to several strange spiders.

An introduction to medieval medicine, featuring text and cartoon illustrations, and describing the medical treatments offered to people who lived during the Middle Ages.

"Examines the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens volcano, including the cause of the eruption, its impact on surrounding environments, and stories from survivors"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of turtles.

"Provides young readers with facts about several strange birds"--Provided by publisher.

This book describes the unusual characteristics of some strange insects including beetles, ants, grasshoppers, butterflies, and more.

Provides a simple description of how astronauts aboard a space shuttle perform everyday activities such as eating, drinking, and sleeping.

Introduces the work of astronauts, including special jobs they might have on the space shuttle and experiments they might perform in space.

Introduces the history of St. Patrick's Day and explains how it is observed today.