Provides simple methods and directions for making a wide variety of projects, including cards, decorations, and presents, each introduced as being constructed by the characters from Apple Tree Farm and having farm related themes.

A fascinating introduction to an exciting and controversial topic uses stunning 3D artwork to takes readers deep inside a cell to see where genes are found, along with a clear, friendly text and simple, step-by-step diagrams that show how gene science works and go behind the headlines to explain GM foods, cloning, the Human Genome Project, gene therapy, designer babies, DNA testing, and the rights and wrongs of gene science.

Discusses the origins of the universe, the solar system, stars, and space exploration, and recommends related Web sites. Original.

A richly illustrated study, complete with valuable Internet links, explores the cultures, beliefs, homes, jobs, traditions and everyday lives of people around the world, continent-by-continent.