This is the first novel in Jean M. Auel's epic of life 35,000 years ago when two kinds of human beings, Neanderthal and Cro-Magnon, shared the Earth. It follows the story of Ayla, who is adopted by a group of Neanderthals.

In this second novel of the Earth's Children saga, Ayla, the unforgettable heroine of THE CLAN OF THE CAVE BEAR, sets out solo into a world far from friendly. She is in search of others like herself...and in search of love. Driven by energies she scarcely understands, she explores where the clan never dared to travel. In a hidden valley, she finds not only a herd of steppe horses, but also a unique kinship with animals as vulnerable as herself. Still,...

Ayla, the heroine first introduced in THE CLAN OF THE CAVE BEAR, is loved by millions of readers, with the result that the Earth Children series has become a national literary phenomenon. In THE PLAINS OF PASSAGE Ayla's story continues. Ayla and Jondalar set out on horseback over the grasslands of Ice-Age Europe. They traverse a vast continent, difficult and treacherous, but pristine and breathtakingly beautiful, full of enchantment. Their trek is...

Ayla struggles to find a balance between her duties as a new mother and her training to become a Zelandoni -- one of the Ninth Cave community's spiritual leaders and healers.

Natural disasters happen, and that's a fact. But does your child truly understand why they take place? It's not always easy to explain disasters by telling a child about it. Words are not enough, pictures are required to visualize. That is why this educational book capitalizes on learning through visuals. It is complete with more colors and less text. Grab a copy now!

Why do scientists have to chase storms and other weather disturbances? It is because they want to learn where storms form the most and how destructive they can get. This way, they can create a system that can detect the intensity of storms and therefore reduce effects on property and populations. In this book, you're going to learn what the scientists have found out.

If you think all rocks are the same, then you are wrong. There are different types of rocks. They were formed in various ways so they have different compositions. Earth rocks are identifiers of this planet that is why it is important to have the knowledge of rock identification. Perfect for kids age 9-12, this book is a must-have!

Kids will be learning about the atmosphere in this big book for small learners. Learning about the atmosphere will lead to an appreciate of what it does and how to take care of it. If a child knows the purpose of an object, he/she can take a more active role in protecting it. So what are you waiting for? Grab a copy today!

For children, all big mounds of land with trees or grass are mountains. Hills may not be as popularly used. It's time to create a black and white description of hills and mountains so that children can properly identify them. Such basic knowledge can be used later on for more complex lessons on geology. So what are you waiting for?

Why should kids be concerned about the weather? It's not like they will all grow up to be meteorologists or weather forecasters. But the thing is, knowing how to read weather patterns leads to a general understanding of how the world works. It also leads to an educated expectation of the day's events. Weather forecasting has never been this easy!