Elizabeth Rusch

Discusses volcanoes, describing what happens when they erupt, and highlighting eruptions throughout history.

"Asteroids come in all shapes and sizes--and hit our planet in them, too. But what happens if a catastrophically large one approaches earth? By looking on the ground at historical asteroid craters and present-day falls, and up into space for the big ones yet to come, a wide variety of scientists are trying to figure out how to track asteroids--and how to avoid devastating impacts in the future."-- Provided by publisher.

Big kids Anna and Oliver give young readers the inside scoop on what to expect when a new baby is expected. In a fresh picture book/comic style, Ready, Set...Baby offers up a funny, loving, reassuring peek into life as a big brother or sister--with solid information, kid-friendly humor, and even tips for parents on how to help kids thrive when the new baby arrives.

From an acclaimed Scientists in the Field author comes the electrifying story of the scientists and engineers who are working to transform ocean waves into electricity in hopes of generating a cleaner, more sustainable power source.

"A mother and daughter go on adventures as they search for a glimpse of the northern lights"-- Provided by publisher. Includes scientific notes and a guide to aurora hunting.

Compelling and timely, award-winning author Elizabeth Rusch's “The Twenty-One” tells the gripping inside story of the ongoing landmark federal climate change lawsuit, Juliana vs. United States of America. “The Twenty-One” is for readers of Christina Soontornvat's “All Thirteen”, fans of Steve Sheinkin's books, and anyone interested in the environment and climate change, as well as youth activism, politics and government, and the law. From...

Follow along with Piper, a friendly border collie who came to the mountain as a smart but timid shelter dog, terrified by everything, as she confidently heads off to school on a chairlift to meet her canine classmates. Over a season they romp together through the snow, learning and practicing the skills they need to be avalanche rescue dogs and earn their rescue certification. You'll also learn the warning signs and conditions that cause an avalanche,...

"This concept book introduces young children to the role of nothingness and negative space in their world"-- Provided by publisher.

A creative nonfiction story about about a little girl and an evergreen tree that grow up side by side on her family's Christmas tree farm. -- adapted from Amazon.com. "Born at the same time a Douglas-fir seedling emerges from the nursery bed on her family's Christmas tree farm, young Zee grows up beside the tree as both thrive and become taller throughout the years"-- Provided by publisher.

Presents the life of the inventor of the piano, explaining why, how, and when he created the musical instrument.