“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go” In this delightful book, Dr. Seuss celebrates the joys of reading, encouraging young childre
This exciting thriller by the late Frank Froest, himself a detective of international fame, will satisfy the most exacting of detective story connoisseurs. Against a familiar London background we have
For children aged 7 and over, this dictionary contains up to date coverage of a range of everyday and curriculum vocabulary. It offers additional language tips and carefully selected and annotated ill
This fantastic thesaurus is especially designed for children aged 7 and over (Key Stage 2) and supports today's primary curriculum needs. Clear and accessible, it is an indispensable tool for young wr
Why do some people drive change while others are blindsided by it? Why are some people able to adapt and thrive?How can we make change easier?Truly successful people don’t merely tolerate discom
For readers of The Boys in the Boat, the remarkable story of the unlikely Canadian hockey team that clinched Olympic gold in 1948The announcement was shocking—Canada, the birthplace of hockey, w
“In the end, these people helped me realize that Boundless was more than a job; it was metaphor for life. It came down to one simple, daily decisiondo I stand still or move forward?”Filming the hit te
Can a Canali-clad million-dollar banker learn anything from a paint-stained artist? Definitely. Especially now.Clearly, succeeding in business is an art form. We’ve informally labelled activities and
Every tech-addict's guide to restoring health and balance in an increasingly IT-dependent world.Scientific studies have shown that natural environments can have remarkable benefits for human health. N
A back-up goalie's hilarious behind-the-mask look at life in the NHLJamie McLennan spent twenty years playing professional hockey. Sort of. As the backup for such legendary goalies as Grant Fuhr, Ron
Natural solutions for a healthy, happy lifestyleAs Canadians have become more health-conscious than ever, more and more people want alternative solutions to health problems rather than conventional me
Expanded to include the latest vocabulary terms for a wide range of fields, a resource for intermediate to advanced students is complemented by examples that demonstrate how the language really works
Because you don't know how many bits make a byte Covers length, area, volume, weight, energy, temperature, time, geometry, speed, and more Contains up-to-date information, including computer file an
A detailed pocket reference to everything from pyramids and mummies to pharaohs and hieroglyphics provides a wealth of information on ancient Egyptian culture, in an illustrated guide that also includ
Effa always loved baseball. As a young woman, she would go to Yankee Stadium just to see Babe Ruths mighty swing. But she never dreamed she would someday own a baseball team. Or be the first&#
Ryan Smithson joined the Army Reserve when he was just out of high school. At age nineteen he was deployed to Iraq. His year in combat changed his life. This is his story. It will change the way you
"I am America. I am the part you won't recognize. But get used to me. Black, confident, cocky; my name, not yours; my religion, not yours; my goals, my own; get used to me." He was born Cassius Marce
Penguins certainly are a different bird! They spend seventy-five percent of their lives in water and they can't even fly! Penguins are classified as birds because they have feathers. So explore a peng
It's easy to see why dogs are the most popular pets in the world. For a run in the park or a cozy snuggle on the couch, a dog is the perfect companion! But dogs are much more than just loyal pets. F
Coral reefs are living things made up of tiny coral polyps and are unique, delicately balanced ecosystems that provide homes to hundreds of species of plants and animals, but environmental threats hav
An illustrated appreciation of america's spirit of invention, which introduces unique characters whose insistence on change for the better made america what it is today The Spirit of Invention is a
Decline can be avoided. Decline can be detected. Decline can be reversed. Amidst the desolate landscape of fallen great companies, Jim Collins began to wonder: How do the mighty fall? Can declin
Never underestimate the power of the father! You may think you know all the tricks, but ten-year-old Alec Greven knows that when it comes to dads, you have to be on your toes. Some dads are strict,
Wolves are much more than big, bad animals that prey on other animals. Did you know that wolves are like dogs—they are loyal, affectionate, and highly intelligent. live in packs—or families—led by t
Wolves are much more than big, bad animals that prey on other animals. Did you know that wolves are like dogs—they are loyal, affectionate, and highly intelligent. live in packs—or families—led by t
Did George Washington really chop down the cherry tree? How was James Madison a father if he didn't have any children? Where in the White House did William Howard Taft get stuck? Hail to the c
Johannes Chrysostomus Wolfgang Gottlieb Mozart was only three years old—not much bigger than his name—on the day his life changed forever. So begins this vivid biography about one of t
Johannes Chrysostomus Wolfgang Gottlieb Mozart was only three years old—not much bigger than his name—on the day his life changed forever. So begins this vivid biography about one of t
Did George Washington really chop down the cherry tree? How was James Madison a father if he didn't have any children? Where in the White House did William Howard Taft get stuck? Hail to the chief! Th
Michelle Obama has been by her husband's side throughout his historic presidential campaign, a dynamic personality whether she is delivering speeches or hitting the dance floor on The Ellen DeGeneres
Biologists and laypeople alike have repeatedly claimed victory over life. A thousand years ago we thought we knew almost everything; a hundred years ago, too. But even today, Rob Dunn argues, discove
In 2002, an ancient limestone box called the James Ossuary was trumpeted on the world's front pages as the first material evidence of the existence of Jesus Christ. Today it is exhibit number one in a
Nine years ago, French architect Jean-Pierre Houdin became obsessed by the centuries-old mystery of how the Great Pyramid was built. For ten hours a day, he labored at his computer to create exquisit
The image of the Baron de Steuben training Washington's ragged, demoralized troops in the snow at Valley Forge is part of the iconography of our Revolutionary heritage, but most history fans know lit
I walked on the moon. This is my journey. But it didn't begin when I stepped on board Apollo 11 on July 1, 1969. It began the day I was born. Becoming an astronaut took more than education, discipli
Eruptions. Explosions. Shock waves. Tsunamis. The almighty explosion that destroyed the volcano island of Krakatoa was followed by an immense tsunami that killed more than thirty thousand pe
Volcanoes are one of nature's great wonders. For years they can stand dormant, but once active they can erupt in tremendous explosions of power. Some eruptions are so big, they change the earth's clim
Was the White House always white? Did someone actually burn down the White House? Is it true that a person went skinny-dipping in a White House fountain? More than 200 years old, the White House
Dog lovers do not need to be reminded that dogs are astonishing creatures, but recent research shows that they are even more amazing than anyone knew. Dogs draws on the last several decades of studi
