Each colorful book in this series describes what an explorer's life was really like on an expedition, from what they wore to what they ate, and includes colorful maps and images showing the areas expl
When a friendly but timid dog keeps showing up at the park to play, Tim and his Grandad want to bring him home but there are huge obstacles in their way, including Tim's sister's allergy and the dog's
Matty Mouse, who spends most of his time forgetting things like turning off the water and shutting the door, learns that his thinking cap is closer than he realizes.
Tackles bat myths and describes the main types of bats and discusses their physiology, feeding, roosting, reproduction, echolocation abilities, and other behavior.
Describes how television was invented following other communication breakthroughs and its development into the plasma-screen and cable-based televisions of today.
Examines this great American adventurer who comes to represent the American ideals of freedom and independence. A true American woodsman, Daniel Boone is remembered for his exploration of Kentucky and
Describes how television was invented following other communication breakthroughs and its development into the plasma-screen and cable-based televisions of today.
A family adopt the baby on their doorstep and enjoy bringing her up, though her teeth grow in sharp and pointed until Dracula comes to claim her for his own.
A family adopt the baby on their doorstep and enjoy bringing her up, though her teeth grow in sharp and pointed until Dracula comes to claim her for his own.
Describes the history of wakeboarding, the different gear and safety equipment used, and the challenges that competitors face, and provides brief biographies of wakeboarding stars.
Along with a brief history of the French colony of Quebec, describes how Pierre-Esprit Radisson and Maedard Chouart des Groseilliers founded the Hudson's Bay Company, one of the oldest merchant compan
Presents answers to such technology questions as "How do scientists make things that are too small to see?" and "What are the effects of nanotechnology on the environment?"
Hugo can have the gerbil he wants, but only if he can first endure the boredom of spending seven hours--the length of time he is at school each day--in a nearly-empty room to learn how a caged animal
Along with a brief history of the French colony of Quebec, describes how Pierre-Esprit Radisson and Maedard Chouart des Groseilliers founded the Hudson's Bay Company, one of the oldest merchant compan
Examines the early life and explorations of Sir Walter Raleigh and Raleigh's legacy. When England's Queen Elizabeth I asked Sir Walter Raleigh to search for new lands to claim and colonize, her loyal
Because she is slender and cries at sad stories, Wendy is teased by the school bully until the day she brings in her grandfather's huge snake, then has to bravely rescue him after he wriggles out of h
Because she is slender and cries at sad stories, Wendy is teased by the school bully until the day she brings in her grandfather's huge snake, then has to bravely rescue him after he wriggles out of h
Examines the early life and explorations of Sir Walter Raleigh and Raleigh's legacy. When England's Queen Elizabeth I asked Sir Walter Raleigh to search for new lands to claim and colonize, her loyal
Accompanied by an audio CD, informative photographs and text depict the many different kinds of animals, their similarities and differences, habitats, and behavior.
When his kindness prevents him from triumphing in a winner-takes-all contest with the evil horseman, Long Gray Norris, young Brendan O'Donnell is whisked away to a far land where a new challenge is po
Explains the benefits of such insects as butterflies and bumblebees in producing silk or honey, as well as the harm other insects cause in destroying plants and spreading disease.
