Waller, Leslie

Simple text and colour photos invite readers to look at a magnified photographs and try to guess which animal it is and then turn the page to see if they are right. Suggested level: junior, primary.

Examines the history, motivation, and operation of organized crime and the varying success of attempts to stop it.

Explains the differences between islands and continents, tells how they were formed, and traces their importance in history.

An introduction to the recognition, processing, and uses of gems and rare metals.

Jake has finally got his driver’s license, and tonight he has his brother’s car as well. He and his friend Mickey take the car out and cruise the strip. When they challenge another driver to a street race, a disastrous chain reaction causes an accident. Jake and Mickey leave the scene, trying to convince themselves they were not involved. Jake finds he cannot pretend it didn’t happen and struggles with the right thing to do. Should he pretend he was not involved? Or should he go to the police?