Gail Gibbons

"New and updated edition of a classic holiday book from beloved nonfiction writer for kids Gail Gibbons. Who was St. Patrick? Why do we wear green on March 17th? Vetted by an expert, this new edition brings readers the most accurate and recent historical understanding of St. Patrick and the holiday celebrating him. Learn the story of Patrick's life, legends about the saint, and the history of the holiday. From shamrocks to shillelaghs, Gail Gibbons'...

Introduces in simple text and illustrations the characteristics and habits of a variety of dinosaurs.

A giant meteor blasts an enormous crater into Earth's surface, causing the end of what scientists call the Age of Dinosaurs. Here are the most recent theories about the history of dinosaurs, along with amazing facts about dinosaur discoveries. Gail Gibbons discusses the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods and many of the non-bird dinosaurs that lived during each of those times. Each dinosaur is described with lots of detail for aspiring paleontologists,...

Describes the habitat, physical characteristics, and behavior of different kinds of penguins.

Examines the background, significance, symbols, and traditions of Easter.

Describes how pumpkins come in different shapes and sizes, how they grow, and their traditional uses and cultural significance. Includes instructions for carving a pumpkin and drying the seeds.

Explains how apples were brought to America, how they grow, their traditional uses and cultural significance, and some of the varieties grown.

Examines the basic characteristics, common breeds, intelligence, behavior, life cycle, and uses of pigs.

An introduction, in simple text and illustrations, to farming and the work done on a farm throughout the seasons.