Share the adventure of a lifetime in this revised edition of a multiple-award-winning title. "Fascinating information.., an attractive choice for libraries..." - Booklist (on the original edition)
In journal-style text, Raskin chronicles his remarkable trip through the Sahara to the fabled city of Timbuktu. The revised edition features new text and photographs showcasing contemporary Africa.
Accompanied by fascinating facts and colorful stories, this riveting history of doorways, including the Meridian Gate in Beijing's Forbidden City and the entrance to the Sankore Mosque in Timbuktu, pr
Chicken, Pig and Cow love everything about their home... everything except Dog. Pig, Chicken and Cow love the warm and cozy barn that Girl made for them out of Popsicle? sticks. Even though Girl fo
From monarchs murdered at the hands of their subjects to kings killed on the battlefield, the stories of ten royals are told through the blending of dramatic storytelling and historical fact and enhan
From monarchs murdered at the hands of their subjects to kings killed on the battlefield, the stories of ten royals are told through the blending of dramatic storytelling and historical fact and enhan
A stirring story about the infectious pleasures of play. Matt is miserable. The subdivision where he now lives is surrounded by nothing but muddy fields of rocks and sticks. But when Matt ventures
A stirring story about the infectious pleasures of play. Matt is miserable. The subdivision where he now lives is surrounded by nothing but muddy fields of rocks and sticks. But when Matt ventures
A new girl at school. A secret society. A gray zone between human and beast. When 16-year-old Bianca arrives at her new boarding school, she is startled to hear that its history includes rumors of
It's the Spanish Inquisition, and agents of oppression grow deadly for two teens. "But there are times when peace just becomes a broken mouthful. A word that no tongue in the world Can prono
A new girl at school. A secret society. A gray zone between human and beast. When 16-year-old Bianca arrives at her new boarding school, she is startled to hear that its history includes rumors of
Profiles of nine child prodigies describe how their abilities were discovered and developed - includes a slave poet from colonial Boston, performers Buster Keaton and Stevie Wonder, and recent prodig
Profiles of nine child prodigies describe how their abilities were discovered and developed - includes a slave poet from colonial Boston, performers Buster Keaton and Stevie Wonder, and recent prodig
To save his family, one boy will defy the power of two armies in 15th-century China. Shen and his sister Chang are on the run. It's 1403, and the city of Nanjing is under siege. Their mother has be
Experience the dread and the triumph of a 16th-century siege. It's 1585 and the Netherlands is in revolt against the Spanish Empire. One Dutch town is all that stands between the Spanish army and i
What if advertisements ruled the world? Taylor and Barrett maybe cousins, but they're from different worlds. Taylor lives in high-tech luxury, the daughter of top advertising specialists. Barrett w
Jonathan's efforts to keep his apartment clean are foiled when a subway unexpectedly stops in and unloads thousands of passengers. Jonathan sets out on a surprising adventure to solve this curious pro
Move over, Mozart. Animals are the real musicians. It's no secret that some animals can make beautiful music -- who hasn't been cheered by the chirping of songbirds? But for animals, making music isn
They were queens. They were kings. They were kids. Lots of kids dream of becoming royalty. But being a child monarch is not all glory and bossing people around. Behold Kids Who Rule and discover th
By offering a dramatic episode from their childhoods, a profile of five junior royals reveals the often startling realities of the life and times of these child rulers, including Mary Queen of Scots,
The It's True! series of nonfiction feature breezy writing and quirky cartoons designed to capture and hold the interest of preteens. An Octopus Has Deadly has fascinating facts about marine life and
The It's True! series of nonfiction feature breezy writing and quirky cartoons designed to capture and hold the interest of preteens. An Octopus Has Deadly has fascinating facts about marine life and
A school's plan to end arithmetic plus a math-crazy kid equals an entertaining expose on the wonder of numbers. When the schools in Jeremy's town ban math, there are loud cheers from the kids. Even
A school's plan to end arithmetic plus a math-crazy kid equals an entertaining expose on the wonder of numbers. When the schools in Jeremy's town ban math, there are loud cheers from the kids. Even
A little princess makes the greatest of gifts from the simplest of lists. When a neighboring kingdom announces the birth of a royal baby, the Queen of Iddison is thrilled. "We shall bring the child
A new edition of the classic novel about the frontlines of World War I. "Unique among the novels of its day, it has stood the test of time." -Author and historian Pierre Berton All war is hell
A new edition of the classic novel about the frontlines of World War I. "Unique among the novels of its day, it has stood the test of time." -Author and historian Pierre Berton All war is hell
A history of motorcycles that explores their appeal and subcultures. Well-illustrated, it includes archival and contemporary photos, and follows bikes from their beginnings in 1885, through the wars,
A history of motorcycles that explores their appeal and subcultures. Well-illustrated, it includes archival and contemporary photos, and follows bikes from their beginnings in 1885, through the wars,
Roan and his friend Lumpy realize that they need the help of Roan's sister Stowe to unify people and lead them in a war against the City and its Keeper, Darius, but Stowe may be too damaged by her own
A graceful guide for make-believe ballerinas. The life of a ballerina is not just about looking lovely and dancing divinely. There are feet to care for, tutus to fluff... And just what is the secre
A graceful guide for make-believe ballerinas. The life of a ballerina is not just about looking lovely and dancing divinely. There are feet to care for, tutus to fluff... And just what is the secre
Ten remarkable rescues from around the world. In 1957, four stranded climbers faced certain death high in the Swiss Alps. Fifty of Europe's most experienced mountaineers quickly gathered to plan on
A new and exciting series from the creator of the Mole Sisters. Welcome to Parc la Fontaine -- a park in the middle of a bustling city that is home to some surprising characters. Meet Trevor the bu
Ten remarkable rescues from around the world. In 1957, four stranded climbers faced certain death high in the Swiss Alps. Fifty of Europe's most experienced mountaineers quickly gathered to plan on
The It's True! series of nonfiction feature breezy writing and quirky cartoons designed to capture and hold the interest of preteens. Your Hair is Dead presents the history and science of hair, ancie
The It's True! series of nonfiction feature breezy writing and quirky cartoons designed to capture and hold the interest of preteens. Your Hair is Dead presents the history and science of hair, ancie
A vibrant primer on mythical beasts. Dragons and giants and trolls, oh my! Storybook legends tell of a whole menagerie of imaginary creatures. Who better to playfully explore these beasts than those
A vibrant primer on mythical beasts. Dragons and giants and trolls, oh my! Storybook legends tell of a whole menagerie of imaginary creatures. Who better to playfully explore these beasts than those
The bands that rocked the 60s and 70s still resonate today. The pioneers of 60s rock spoke for an entire generation of young people. Their music and personas reflected the conflicting moods, politi
