Author: Tanya Dellaccio

Some spiders today are definitely scary. They might look hairy, have a poisonous bite, or especially long legs. But some spiders that lived during the age of the dinosaurs were really scary-and large …

Mass hysteria in the late 17th century led to trials of people suspected to be witches in Salem, Massachusetts. Anyone could be accused of causing mysterious maladies or unfortunate occurrences, such …

Buildings are not often thought of as works of art, but the process of designing them can become an art form. Architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright and Zaha Hadid have been internationally recognized …

As technology has become more advanced, artists have increasingly been able to use computers to create beautifully lifelike works. Animated movies and video games today are often so detailed that ind …

The mesmerizing blue of a sapphire stirs the senses and stimulates the imagination. Readers are invited to take a closer look at the radiant sapphire, scrutinizing it’s origins, properties, varieties …

The opaque, blue-green gemstone called turquoise has been mined since the time of the Ancient Egyptians. In this interesting and informative book, readers will learn about the properties of turquoise …

They can change color. They can strike in as little as 6 milliseconds. They can regenerate parts of their body. They are frogfish! Even reluctant readers are sure to enjoy learning all about these wa …

The voyage of the HMS Beagle from 1831 to 1836 was an invaluable scientific expedition that shed light on the inner workings of the natural world. In this noteworthy volume, fascinated young scientis …

The first submarine was built in the 1600s. Engineering capabilities have advanced immensely since then, making submarines one of the world’s most interesting means of transportation. Engrossed reade …

Emma Watson is best known for her role as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter films, but her influence reaches far beyond the silver screen. In the public eye from a young age, Emma Watson has chose …

Llamas can be found all over the world, and primarily on farms. These large, intelligent animals are raised for many different reasons, including food and wool. Young readers interested in unique dom …

Snails are known as one of the slowest animals on Earth. That doesn’t stop people from raising them. Young readers will learn the ins and outs of raising snails in this guidebook, which features deta …

Each family is unique. Sometimes families only have one parent, and that’s OK. Many children in the United States live with one parent. Some families with one parent are surrounded by positive circum …

Weighing up to 1, 300 pounds, the gentle manatee looks far more daunting than it truly is. How can we protect this peaceful "sea cow, " which has been endangered by habitat loss and watercr …

Humans have used resources from their environment for food and shelter for millions of years. Over time, however, human activities have extensively impacted Earth’s ecosystems. Rain forests are one o …