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Would you like to see Santa’s workshop, meet the busy elves, and join in the festive fun? If so, turn the page and start your adventure.Filled with playful rhymes that are easy to read aloud, Santa’s Busy Day is the perfect Christmas story to share with babies, toddlers, or preschoolers. This charming board book features colorful illustrations and lots of entertaining characters like a reindeer with jingly sleigh bells, a busy elf making toys, a cute Christmas puppy, and of course, Santa!

A stylish coloring book featuring line art celebrating iconic works and treasures from the Metropolitan Museum of ArtJourney through The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection to reveal intricate treasures with your coloring pencils. Discover the secrets of the museum in this coloring adventure. There’re 80 treasures to color, from the large-scale unicorn tapestries, to a kaleidoscopic geometric quilt, and exquisite ball gowns covered with trimmings. Mesmerizing pen-and-ink linework calls you to color, hatch, shade, and doodle on thick pages that beautifully enhance your artwork. © The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Explore the science behind more than 200 questions about our planet.DK’s exciting new Earth encyclopedia answers children's biggest geography questions, covering volcanoes, earthquakes, oceans, and more!Did you know that the Earth’s largest waterfall is underwater, or that mountains grow? This fantastic children's book, ideal for ages 6-8, will help inquisitive minds find out the answers to all the questions they may have, and some they haven't thought of yet! Can you freeze in a desert? Can humans make it rain? Is there life on moss? Covering amazing landforms, deep-sea wonders, and awesome weather, Did you know? Earth helps children get a grip on the huge topic that is our planet. The book introduces important issues such as global warming and plastics in the ocean, alongside key geography topics so that children can learn all about how nature works, and discover what we can do to keep the Earth healthy. Get your children learning with this amazing Earth book, which is packed with fa

Let's go outside and discover everything nature has to offer!How many legs does a spider have? Can you help spot the nighttime animals? From ferny, forest floors to white, sandy beaches, babies and toddlers will love journeying through the different environments to discover the variety of wildlife that lives in our surroundings. Each section of this engaging and educational book is dedicated to a different habitat, such as forests and mountains. Bright, colorful photographs illustrate each word, with easy-to-read labels so your little one can sound out the words with you. The interactive book encourages children to match up animals and their homes, and count which animals on the page can fly. This delivers a rounded early learning reading experience, and helps your little one develop early speaking, listening, and observation skills. The book has strong board pages made especially for young children. The chunky tabs along the top and side are easy to grab to help with early motor cont

From the team behind the bestselling book, The Happy Pumpkin, comes a new winter wonderland adventure for Christmas! Travel to the North Pole and meet the grumpiest reindeer there ever was, who needs a little help learning about the happiness that can come from making friends.It’s the most wonderful time of the year―but not for one grumpy reindeer! He huffs and puffs and scares all the other reindeer off. But when Santa asks him for his help, the grumpy reindeer soon realizes that sometimes being on your own isn’t fun after all! A magical, heartwarming book about making room for others and the power behind choosing to be kind. Little ones will begin to understand that while everyone should have a shoulder to lean on, sometimes we need to show kindness in order to get it back. Featuring the most festive illustrations, adults and children will love to read aloud and follow the story of this reindeer to see if his frown does ever turn upside down!

The ultimate book of knowledge for kids aged 7 to 9, this all-encompassing children's encyclopedia contains all the information your child needs, explained clearly and checked by experts.This revised edition includes 16 brand-new pages, plus updates to existing content.DK Children’s Encyclopedia is an engaging, traditional-style general reference book for kids covering all the core subjects including Arts, People, History, Earth, Nature, Science, Technology, Space, and the Human Body. This book for children is a must-have resource for every child’s shelf, with age-appropriate, jargon-free text accompanied by stunning, detailed images covering over 250 topics all in one place. It’s an essential encyclopedia for any child who wants to discover as much as possible about the world around them.Packed with information, each single-page entry in this fantastic children’s encyclopedia features a key topic explained in concise text accompanied by gorgeous visuals, fun facts, and extensive cross

Each book in this unique Math Mastery collection developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Each topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 7-8, topics include numbers, counting, addition and subtraction, time and shape, measuring, and math practice. This collection is attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer helpful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn Math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery series developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey.Every topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 4–6, this full-color book will help your child learn counting skills using numbers up to 100, with pictures and objects. It's attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer useful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery series developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey.Every topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 4–6, this full-color book will help your child learn counting skills using numbers up to 100, with pictures and objects. It's attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer useful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery series developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey.Every topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 6-7, this full-color book will help your child learn counting skills using numbers up to 100, with pictures and objects. It's attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer useful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery collection developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Each topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 10-11, topics include numbers, counting, addition and subtraction, time and shape, measuring, and math practice. This collection is attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer helpful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn Math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery collection developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Each topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 9-10, topics include numbers, counting, addition and subtraction, time and shape, measuring, and math practice. This collection is attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer helpful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn Math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery collection developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Each topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 7-8, topics include numbers, counting, addition and subtraction, time and shape, measuring, and math practice. This collection is attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer helpful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn Math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery collection developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Each topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 6-7, topics include numbers, counting, addition and subtraction, time and shape, measuring, and math practice. This collection is attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer helpful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn Math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery series developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Every topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 4–6, this full-color book will help your child learn about number patterns, sequences and ordering, and using pictures and objects. It's attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer useful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery series developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Every topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 4–6, this full-color book will help your child learn counting skills using numbers up to 100, with pictures and objects. It's attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer useful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery collection developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Each topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 9-10, topics include numbers, counting, addition and subtraction, time and shape, measuring, and math practice. This collection is attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer helpful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn Math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery series developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey.Every topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 4–6, this full-color book will help your child learn counting skills using numbers up to 100, with pictures and objects. It's attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer useful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery collection developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Each topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 10-11, topics include numbers, counting, addition and subtraction, time and shape, measuring, and math practice. This collection is attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer helpful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn Math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery collection developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Each topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 10-11, topics include numbers, counting, addition and subtraction, time and shape, measuring, and math practice. This collection is attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer helpful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn Math with Math Mastery.

Imagine having 5,000 of human history’s most amazing artefacts at your fingertips!Go on a trip through the famous Metropolitan Museum of Art without ever leaving your home! Prepare to explore the treasures of the world’s civilizations―from ancient Egyptian amulets, Mayan jewelry, and prehistoric tools―to Medieval tapestries, Renaissance suits of armor, and modern-day baseball cards. Each page brings you closer to the past as you learn about the people of different ages through the objects they left behind. Discover hand-picked highlights of the museum’s huge collection as you travel through history, one incredible object at a time.This book combines exclusive Met photography with colorful and quirky illustrations in a resource that parents can trust, with a design that kids will love. © The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Make phonics fun―with hilariously illustrated exercises and sticker activities for Kindergarteners.Hilariously illustrated exercises and sticker activities for Kindergarteners. Accelerate your reading with interactive activities and stickers! Developed with teachers and curriculum experts and illustrated by Hollywood artists. In line with Common Core standards, covering 51 foundational sound-letter correspondences. Includes:Short, engaging exercises200+ stickers for fun, interactive sticker activities51 letter-sound correspondences, from easiest to more complex (phases 2–3)QR codes to hear how phonemes (sounds) are pronouncedWrite-in activity pagesLetter writing practice An easy-to-understand guide to phonics for parentsAnd much more! “Mrs Wordsmith provides an engaging method for children to learn essential phonics skills. The silly pedagogy techniques offered in this book allow for mastery of content for all learners. This book is a must to make learning fun!” Natalie P. Stuart, Thi

This bold and beautiful picture book encourages kids to laugh at their fears and realize that we all feel fear some of the time.Its bright, colorful illustrations and quirky text combine to captivate kids. The central idea of the book is to help children talk about, relate to, and laugh about their own fears. It lets kids know that not only is it OK to be afraid, but that everyone feels much the same at least some of the time! Always with a light touch, it shows kids that being brave is not about never feeling fear, but about being able to move forward through the fear. This funny and lovely book has the positive message that we are all in this together, no matter what, whoever we are, and wherever we are. Adults, as well as kids, could well take something away from this insightful book.

A series of picture books that teach children about dinosaurs with a narrative story and a working spread at the end of the book with more facts and information about what they just learned.These picture books will teach children about dinosaurs through a story! Marie Bollman’s beautiful illustrations are friendly and fun (but still technically correct!) and each story will end with a working spread on dinosaurs doing what DK does best―using photography and illustrations to teach children incredible facts that deepen their knowledge of a well-loved subject.In this book, find out all about Deinonychus’s big day―from going out with her hunting pack in the morning, to weathering a big rainstorm, and escaping from a muddy ravine.

Plants are found almost everywhere on Earth, but to many people their lives are a mystery. Discover the secrets of more than 100 amazing plants in this treasury of intriguing flora.Learn how seagrass changes the environment around it, how the Venus flytrap counts to make sure it catches its prey, and why some tulips used to cost more than a house! This book explores the vast plant kingdom and explains how plants work, as well as the weird and wonderful relationships they have with animals. Plants provide us with food, fuel, and medicine, and without them, life as we know it would not exist. From orchids that grow vanilla pods to trees that cause headaches, and from bamboo that can be made into clothes to moss that soaks up vast amounts of carbon dioxide, plants shape our world in an endless variety of ways.The Secret World of Plants covers the key plant groups; the essentials of plant science, including photosynthesis, pollination, and germination; and what they mean to the people arou

Join the global movement and challenge your family to match screen time with outdoor time―with hundreds of fun, fresh-air ideas.Did you know that the average American child spends 1,200 hours a year in front of a screen? And that outside play can boost children in every area of development? This book has everything you need to reset the balance and swap screen time for outdoor fun! Challenge your family to spend 1,000 hours outside this year with this collection of games, crafts, and activities, organized by season to help you find something you can do every day. Play sidewalk board games, take gratitude hike, make a snack necklace, go on a treasure hunt, build obstacle courses, and much more with hundreds of ideas for all ages, abilities, and family types. Get tips to track your hours and plenty of hacks and boosts to help you meet your goal. No matter how busy you are, this book gives you all the ideas, photos, activity instructions, and inspiration you need to get outdoors with you

A delightful picture book for little ones, that follows Bear and Bird and shows children that school is nothing to fear.Meet Bear and his best friend Bird, as they face their first day at school. They can be shy when meeting new people and are worried that they won’t fit in. Will their classmates like them? Is school really as scary as it seems? Join Bear and Bird on their next adventure as they brave their first day of school and try their hardest to make friends. With captivating illustrations by the popular artist Jonny Lambert, and a delightful narrative, this picture book is sure to enchant its little readers and ease any first day nerves they might have. The third book in the charming Bear and Bird series, Bear and Bird: Make Friends gently introduces toddlers to friendship and the feelings that come with starting school. Perfect for adults and children to read together, this story will make for a wonderful read. So come and join the fun!

Travel to space with Captain Marvel as she flies into action alongside Ms. Marvel and other awesome Super Heroes.Meet Earth’s Defender, Carol Danvers, aka Captain Marvel, one of the universe’s most powerful Super Heroes, and Kamala Khan, aka Ms. Marvel, who is able to change shape and size and even take the appearance of others! In this book, young readers can learn all about Carol and Kamala―and those who fight alongside cosmic Captain Marvel and help protect Earth from evil. Join forces with these marvelous heroes as they fight back against evil alien invaders and super-villains.Take a trip into space with this thrilling Level 2 DK Reader. Exciting Marvel comics images, clear vocabulary and a fun quiz will test the young Super Hero at heart and help them in building their reading ability as they learn about Captain Marvel, Ms. Marvel, and other favorite Marvel comics characters.© 2022 MARVEL

Celebrate Spidey’s 60th Anniversary with this new edition Character Encyclopedia!Spider-Man is one of the world's best-loved and most recognized super heroes, the spectacular star of comic books, movie blockbusters, and TV shows. Released to coincide with Spidey’s 60th anniversary in 2022, the Spider-Man Character Encyclopedia New Edition profiles more than 200 timeless Spidey characters in alphabetical order. Packed with original Marvel artwork and fascinating info, it's the perfect introduction to the web-slinger's amazing world. © 2022 MARVEL

Uncover the stories of gods and goddesses from around the world, in this dynamic anthology of ancient myths.Discover 26 captivating stories of gods and goddesses from civilizations around the world in this book that introduces children to ancient cultures with colorful illustrations and incredible storytelling. Young readers will delight in myths that explain the beginning of the world, the way gods helped humans, the divine's power over weather and other natural phenomena, and much more. Through incredible storytelling you can learn how ancient cultures believed the world began, how gods have helped humans, how gods ruled over the natural world, and much more. Featured pages highlight amazing real-life photos of objects from the Metropolitan Museum’s collection, which show how people worshipped the gods through art. A perfect, global introduction to the most fascinating stories about gods and goddesses from ancient history. © The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

This book is for everyone. Because we can all be allies.As an ally, you use your power―no matter how big or small―to support others. You learn, and try, and mess up, and try harder. In this collection of true stories, 17 critically acclaimed and bestselling YA authors get real about being an ally, needing an ally, and showing up for friends and strangers. From raw stories of racism and invisible disability to powerful moments of passing the mic, these authors share their truths. They invite you to think about your own experiences and choices and how to be a better ally.There are no easy answers, but this book helps you ask better questions. Self-reflection prompts, resources, journaling ideas, and further reading suggestions help you find out what you can do. Because we’re all in this together. And we all need allies. A portion of the proceeds from this book goes to supporting charities.

Discover the incredible life story of Barack Obama, the first African American President of the United States.Barack Obama is famous for his meteoric rise to the presidency of the most powerful country in the world―the United States. This is the story of how he realized his dreams―a story of success, resilience, and perseverance that enabled him to become one of the most admired leaders the world has ever seen. In this children’s biography, discover Barack’s fight against racial and social injustices, hardships and setbacks in his early career, and his personal happiness when marrying Michelle. From his unsettled early childhood, where he witnessed his parents’ divorce and crisscrossed the globe between Indonesia and Hawaii, through to his struggle to find a meaningful first job as a young man, Barack’s journey is remarkable, unpredictable, and a gripping true story to inspire young readers. This popular biography series from DK goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories

Travel to space with Captain Marvel as she flies into action alongside Ms. Marvel and other awesome Super Heroes.Meet Earth’s Defender, Carol Danvers, aka Captain Marvel, one of the universe’s most powerful Super Heroes, and Kamala Khan, aka Ms. Marvel, who is able to change shape and size and even take the appearance of others! In this book, young readers can learn all about Carol and Kamala – and those who fight alongside cosmic Captain Marvel and help protect Earth from evil. Join forces with these marvelous heroes as they fight back against evil alien invaders and super villains.Take a trip into space with this thrilling Level 2 DK Reader. Exciting Marvel comics images, clear vocabulary and a fun quiz will test the young Super Hero at heart and help them in building their reading ability as they learn about Captain Marvel, Ms. Marvel, and other favorite Marvel comics characters.© 2022 MARVEL

Discover the incredible life story of Barack Obama, the first African American President of the United States.Barack Obama is famous for his meteoric rise to the presidency of the most powerful country in the world―the United States. This is the story of how he realized his dreams―a story of success, resilience, and perseverance that enabled him to become one of the most admired leaders the world has ever seen. In this children’s biography, discover Barack’s fight against racial and social injustices, hardships and setbacks in his early career, and his personal happiness when marrying Michelle. From his unsettled early childhood, where he witnessed his parents’ divorce and crisscrossed the globe between Indonesia and Hawaii, through to his struggle to find a meaningful first job as a young man, Barack’s journey is remarkable, unpredictable, and a gripping true story to inspire young readers. This popular biography series from DK goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories

Dive in to the wonderful world of Pixar with the new edition of this bestselling, fan-favorite, fully illustrated, and fact-filled character guide.Find out more about the greatest and funniest heroes, villains, sidekicks, and oddballs from across every Pixar movie. Whether your favorite character is Woody, Buzz, Dory, WALL-E, Lightning McQueen, Edna, Bing Bong, Jessie, Joy, or Dante, the Pixar Character Encyclopedia lets you relive their top movie moments and latest adventures, discover special “Did you know?” facts, and much, much more. Now featuring more than 320 characters, this new edition has been updated and expanded to include characters from Pixar’s recent releases: 2020’s Onward and Soul, as well as 2021’s box-office smash Luca and 2022’s Turning Red and Lightyear.Looking for insider info about the Lightfoots, Jamie Foxx, Luca Tremblay, and Buzz Lightyear’s latest adventures? The new edition of the Pixar Character Encyclopedia is the one-stop book for you!

Dive into the wondrous world of water and discover the stories of more than 100 incredible aquatic lifeforms.From the deepest, widest ocean to the tiniest puddle, this beautiful compendium takes young readers on an enthralling journey through the aquatic world, meeting amazing animals, ingenious plants, and much more along the way. Stunning photography and gorgeous illustrations complement storybook descriptions about each lifeform, and children can uncover hundreds of fascinating facts as they read. Did you know that elephant seals that can hold their breath underwater for more than an hour, or that the Victoria Amazonica water lily can support the weight of an adult, or that the brown basilisk reptile can run across water? Discover the science of how plants have learned to live, feed, and breathe in water, and take a look at the unique challenges of distinct ecosystems on feature spreads about rivers, lakes, wetlands, and more. There’s also a visual index, packed with reference infor

Join animals on their epic adventures, and travel through the natural world with them.Across the world, billions of animals are embarking on incredible journeys. Many are in search of food, some are looking for a mate, lots are heading to a warmer climate, and others are just seeking a new home. Follow the mass migrations of entire species with facts and maps that tell the stories of nature’s most amazing journeys. Discover the record-breaking flight of the Arctic Tern, the sharks that follow plankton for enormous distances, spiderlings that shoot strands of thread into the air and ride them like a balloon, and the Monarch butterflies who use Earth’s magnetic field to trace a path along the west coast of North America. Amazing Animal Journeys is the perfect book for the animal obsessed and the endlessly curious who just can’t get enough of wildlife and nature. With engaging information and absorbing images, it’s perfect for children to explore by themselves or with an equally curious a

Travel through time to the world of the dinosaurs in book 6 of this exciting prehistoric fiction series for children.Jamie has just moved to Ammonite Bay, a stretch of coastline famed for its fossils. Lots of dinosaur fans visit Ammonite Bay to search for fossils, and Jamie is one of the biggest dinosaur fans ever. He’s a member of the Dinosaur Club―a network of kids around the world who share dinosaur knowledge. They help each other identify fossils, post new dino discoveries, and talk about all things prehistoric. Jamie takes his tablet everywhere, just in case he needs to contact the Club. Jamie is exploring Ammonite Bay when he meets Tess. Tess is a member of Dinosaur Club who lives in Ammonite Bay too. She shows Jamie around, including her favorite place―a secret cave with fossils all over the walls. But what’s that strange tunnel at the back? Together they go through the tunnel and they discover some dinosaur footprints. Jamie and Tess walk along them…and the two new friends find

Travel through time to the world of the dinosaurs in this exciting prehistoric fiction series for children.Jamie has just moved to Ammonite Bay, a stretch of coastline famed for its fossils. Lots of dinosaur fans visit Ammonite Bay to search for fossils, and Jamie is one of the biggest dinosaur fans ever. He’s a member of the Dinosaur Club―a network of kids around the world who share dinosaur knowledge. They help each other identify fossils, post new dino discoveries, and talk about all things prehistoric. Jamie takes his tablet everywhere, just in case he needs to contact the Club. Jamie is exploring Ammonite Bay when he meets Tess. Tess is a member of Dinosaur Club who lives in Ammonite Bay too. She shows Jamie around, including her favorite place―a secret cave with fossils all over the walls. But what’s that strange tunnel at the back? Together they go through the tunnel and they discover some dinosaur footprints. Jamie and Tess walk along them…and the two new friends find themselve

This incredible guide to the moon takes 7 to 9 year olds through its past, present, and future through amazing photographs, illustrations, and fascinating information.The perfect introduction for young readers who want to learn about Earth’s closest neighbor, The Book of the Moon covers the entire subject in thrilling detail. Featuring breakdowns of the moon’s formation and geography, the lunar phases, a history of NASA’s Apollo missions, the moon’s effect on Earth’s tides and nocturnal animals, its place in our mythology, recent scientific discoveries, and so much more. Packed with eye-popping facts and photography, this is the perfect book for space lovers everywhere. Boasting up-to-date images from space agencies such as NASA and ESA, combined with bold illustrations, information panels, timelines, and diagrams that help demystify and explain the wonder of the moon, this is the perfect book for young readers.