Elaine Landau

Examines the causes and events of some of the deadliest fires in the world, how they were fought, the effects on those involved, and what steps were taken to prevent similar disasters from occurring again.

A biography of the son of the thirty-fifth president of the United States, discussing his toddler days in the White House, "America's Most Eligible Batchelor, " the launching of his political magazine "George, " and his death in an airplane crash at the age of thirty-eight.

Surveys the history, government, people, culture, and economy of Israel.

Describes plants, such as the Catalina mahogany, dwarf ilianus, and Okeechobee gourd, that are at risk of becoming extinct and efforts to save them.

Introduces the size, shape, colors, and stinging tentacles of jellyfish and examines their survival in the world's waters since before the age of the dinosaurs.

Distinguishes saltwater from freshwater angelfish, describes the latter, and suggests how to care for this popular pet in a home aquarium.

Discusses author and marine biologist Rachel Carson's efforts to protect the environment, from her childhood nature outings in Pennsylvania through the impact of her 1962 book, "Silent Spring."