Pavla Hanáčková

Why do animals of the desert have big ears and light-colored coats? Penguins are surrounded by ice and snow, so why aren't they cold? Can animals live at the bottom of steep mountains? Of course they can! Nature has arranged for every creature to adapt as well as possible to its natural surroundings. Come with us on a journey through the natural world, as we travel to deep oceans, brightly colored jungles, and the peaks of great mountains, where you'll...

"Good company, great food and drink, and most importantly, lots of fun--we all love the holidays! But have you ever wondered how people celebrate in other countries? Together we'll join in the many celebrations, all of them different. What's Halloween like in Ireland, and Timakat in Ethiopia? What are the customs observed during Hanukkah? You'll make new friends who'll tell you all about their culture. Ready to explore? It's party time all over the...