Seymour Simon

Once this book is opened, readers will readily agree with its title. This array of creatures all share in “grossness” – sure to engage young readers with the fascinatingly yucky photographs and well-presented text.

Bones are more than just the framework for the human body; they play an important part in creating blood and more. Photographs including MRI and other scanners combine with understandable text for this scientific exploration of the human body.

Snakes seem larger than life in this informative, engaging book with clear and colorful pictures. This one is sure to inspire newly independent readers.

Stunning, full color photographs of horses and clear, simple text provide a glimpse into the evolution and history of the horse and its interaction with mankind.

Hurricanes, their origin and their destructive power (as well as their relatives, the tropical storm and depression) are presented here in striking photographs and cogent text.

Water makes earth different than any other planet and most of it is in our oceans. Remarkable photographs and engaging text introduce this amazing subject.

The power of nature and its destructive potential is presented in astonishing photographs and clear text. The book also introduces the reader to the way scientists study tornadoes.