Marion Dane Bauer

Before the universe was formed, before time and space existed, there was ... nothing. But then ... BANG! Stars caught fire and burned so long that they exploded, flinging stardust everywhere. And the ash of those stars turned into planets. Into our Earth. And into us. The author takes readers from the trillionth of a second when our universe was born to the singularities that became each one of us, while illustrations capture the void before the Big...

"Since the beginning, humans have created stories about the universe. From early mythology to modern-day science is a long journey, yet 95 percent of the world "out there" remains a mystery. What will we believe tomorrow? Marion Dane Bauer's glowing poetry combines with Hari & Deepti's intricate cut-paper illustrations, dazzling with light and shadow, to celebrate an active, vital, changing, and growing universe. They also show how we humans--the...

Describes in verse the lion that is March weather, which finally gives way to the lamb of spring.

Illustrations and simple text explain what wind is, how it is used by plants, birds, and people, and how wind can become a storm.

At her grandmother's log cabin, nine-year-old Liz is led to make contact with children she believes may be her ancestors.

Invites the reader to join a bear and other woodland animals on a cold, moonlit walk to investigate strange noises and observe the arrival of spring.

When the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami separates a young African hippopotamus from his mother, he finds a new snuggle partner in Mzee the giant tortoise. Based on a true story.

"From planets and stars to constellations and meteor showers, readers will discover the amazing sights that can be seen in our night sky in this stellar Level 1 Ready-to-Read"-- Provided by publisher

"Everyone loves Earth's little neighbor: the Moon! It lights up our night sky, guides our oceans, and so much more. Beginning readers will love learning all about the Moon in this new Level 1 Ready-to-Read"-- Provided by publisher.

"Explore the planet Mars in the second book in this new, nonfiction Level 1 Ready-to-Read series about the universe that's perfect for kids who love science and space!"-- Provided by publisher.