Alicia Klepeis specializes in researching fun and out-of-the-ordinary topics, transforming subjects from circus science to global ice cream flavors into exciting nonfiction for young readers. Her passion for uncovering the unusual fuels her extensive body of work, making complex ideas accessible and engaging. Klepeis approaches each subject with meticulous research and a distinctive style that brings the world to life for children. Her ability to turn even the most unconventional subjects into captivating reads highlights her literary skill.
"This book profiles Dubai in a lively, engaging way. It is not meant as a travel guide, but as afact-filled introduction that will give readers a sense of what Dubai is like and pique their curiosity. It cover geography, history, people, economy, architecture, infrastructure, arts and culture, sports, attractions, food and shopping, daily life, celebrations and annual events. It also includes a historical timeline." --Amazon.
Human transportation has come a long way since the invention of the wheel. Vehicles of all sorts have us speeding across land, through water, and in the skies. What might be next? From self-driving cars to jet packs, readers will discover exciting new ways they may get around in the future.
The Great Cities of the World series profiles important cities in a lively, engaging way. The books are not meant as travel guides, but as fact-filled introductions that will give readers a sense of what each city is like and pique their curiosity. Each title will cover geography, history, people, economy, architecture, infrastructure, arts and culture, sports, attractions, food and shopping, daily life, celebrations and annual events. Each book will include a historical timeline, a Fun Facts section, and Where in the World? map.