Ruth Owen

Décor! Lighting! Atmosphere! Oh, and cake! There are many artistic decisions that go into a party - from choosing a theme, to preparing games, to making snacks! This guide to party planning gives readers creative control over their own celebrations. They can collaborate with friends, or play the host! Either way, this book full of inspiring ideas and easy step-by-step instructions guarantees a good time for all. Photographs of crafts, foods, and...

Explains why animals and the environment are important and discusses the people who study them.

Explains how leaves use chlorophyll in the summer to create food for trees, and how in the autumn the tree prepares for rest during the winter by stopping this process and falling to the ground.

Could a human really change into a savage, bloodthirsty, wolflike creature? In 'Werewolves and Other Shape-Shifters,' young readers will investigate this question and more as they read historical stories and modern-day accounts of werewolf encounters! Packed with spooky illustrations and historical photos, this title profiles some of the most famous werewolves throughout history and explores the fears and superstitions of different cultures that might...

Readers will discover the basic structure of plants and the jobs that roots, stems, leaves, and flowers do.

"Practical jokes and pranks can be fun to plan and even more fun to carry out! Readers are introduced to safe and funny tricks and jokes that they can use on family and friends in this creative DIY guide. As they explore each set of step-by-step instructions, they master another round of hilarious hijinks while also practicing independent reading and following directions. Safety tips and materials lists help ensure that each prank happens safely and...

Introduces readers to the creative crafts they can make with beads. Projects include bead holiday decorations and a bowl made of multicolored beads. Readers will also learn how to make their very own unique bead jewelry. Each project includes a list of materials needed to complete the project, while step-by-step directions provide clear and helpful guidance. Pictures and illustrations allow readers to visualize each step in the bead project process....

The book will get readers asking and answering questions, making observations, collecting, recording, and analyzing data, performing tests, using scientific language and equipment, and having fun with experiments and science activities.

Readers will discover how senses work and learn facts about eyes, nose, ears, tongue, and skin.