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From the best-selling author of One Hen comes the inspiring story of one struggling farming family in Honduras and their journey to growing enough food to meet their needs. Based on the real story of

Using modern technology and traditional search techniques to solve mysteries including the missing female pharaoh Hatshepsut, the lost city of Ubar, and the location of explorer Sir John Franklin.

Elinor learns about butterflies as she makes the perfect costume for Insect Day!Elinor knows just what type of insect she's going to be for Insect Day: a butterfly! She loves butterflies' wings and all their colors. She plans how she'll make her costume, with her dad's help: cutting cardboard, painting the wings and gluing the pieces together. But there's something she needs to find out before she can get started. She knows butterflies have two antennae and four wings. But how many legs do they have? Luckily, Elinor is a pro at making observations. With her magnifying glass in hand, she goes to the garden in search of answers -- and finds some new questions along the way! Part of the early reader graphic novel series from Jorge Cham and Daniel Whiteson, the creators and producers of the popular Emmy-nominated PBS KIDS television series Elinor Wonders Why, this fun STEM story will inspire curiosity in every child while teaching them scientific skills. Age-appropriate facts and key vocab

The 2nd Edition of the best-selling book which has sold over 400 000 copies in 17 languages - updated with new content and insights about the world's people.First published to wide acclaim in 2002, th

By gaining a greater understanding of the cultures and beliefs of people around the world, children build respect and tolerance for the differences that make each of us unique. With objectivity and ac

While Dessa and her two companions find refuge in a stable, the owner of the inn is making a deal with the smugglers and the Captain Drake and the royal guard ride in to the yard, causing chases, capt

The first book in a series that makes human-animal comparisons to teach primary-level children about animals compares human clothing, footwear, and headgear with the equivalent animal adaptations.

Retells the life of the French explorer who helped found Quebec and made alliances with the First Nations Native Americans in the area.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the bicycle-making brothers whose fascination with flight led them to build and fly the world's first successful aircraft powered by an engine and controlled b

Filled with comics, spot art, checklists, quizzes, and bank lingo, this fifth installment in the Planet Girl series addresses the topic of money, providing a wealth of tips and techniques for money ma

Following the hip and helpful illustrated instructions, girls can create eighteen wearable, carryable, giftable projects of the needlecraft variety, through basic info and tips on getting started with

Recounts the life and achievements of Helen Keller who, with the help of her teacher, Annie Sullivan, overcame the limitations of being both blind and deaf to become an author and an advocate for the

An enjoyable and easy-to-understand first science book explores the physics of matter with the help of fun facts and easy, hands-on activities. Simultaneous.

After reading a book about the Pond Phantom, Franklin goes down to Woodland Pond with his camera to wait and watch for the elusive apparation.

Introduces the concept of materials and the physical properties associated with different materials, such as mass and texture, using examples and simple text.

After Franklin bakes a batch of cookies to share with Bear, Franklin's mother suggests the two friends share their cookies with their sisters, Harriet and Beatrice.

Hound's patience is tried when his friend Pup moves in with him on the farm and proceeds to use (and misuse) Hound's bed and possessions.

Hound's patience is tried when his friend Pup moves in with him on the farm and proceeds to use (and misuse) Hound's bed and possessions.

While downtown with Joan and Bob, Sam jumps out of the car to explore, only to discover that Joan and Bob have gotten lost.

While downtown with Joan and Bob, Sam jumps out of the car to explore, only to discover that Joan and Bob have gotten lost.

When Franklin becomes obsessed with Beaver's new computer game and forgets about promises he made to meet his friends, he comes to learn that spending time with friends is the most fun thing to do.

A simple question-and-answer text and realistic illustrations address some of the most common queries kids have about dinosaurs, incorporating a glossary of dinosaur names with pronunciations and a li

This book, with easy-to-read text and detailed illustrations, offers a comprehensive look at the Bald Eagle and the Golden Eagle of North America. Simultaneous.

A funfilled activity book brimming with games, crafts, recipes, and projectsmany of which grandparents will remember doing when they were childrenhelps bridge the generation gap between youngsters and

Chronicles the life of the inventor who not only changed the way humans communicate, but also experimented with flight, air conditioning, radiation treatment for cancer, and iceberg locators

Franklin forgets his promise not to go into the deep woods as he plays hide-and-seek with his friends, and soon he cannot find his way out

From the popular early reader graphic novel series, Elinor and her friends discover how nature provides many living things with hard outsides to keep their insides safe!Elinor, Ari and Olive want to bring a cupcake to school to give to their teacher, Ms. Mole, for her birthday. But the last time Olive brought a cupcake, it got squished in her book bag. So Elinor and her friends need to figure out the best way to "stop the squish" and get the cupcake safely to school. On their walk home they notice that some animals, such as turtles and armadillos, are protected by hard shells. And coconuts are, too. Hmm, this may have given Elinor a perfect idea for transporting Ms. Mole's cupcake! This early reader graphic novel is part of the popular series from Jorge Cham and Daniel Whiteson, the creators of the Emmy-nominated PBS KIDS TV series Elinor Wonders Why. It focuses on a topic that spans several science subjects, examining the characteristics and needs of both animals and plants in life sc

Elinor and friends learn about structures and stability from giant sequoias!It's field trip day! Elinor, Olive and Ari are going to see some of the tallest trees in the world: giant sequoias. Though the friends expect them to be big, they're shocked by what they find in the forest. They can't even see the top of the largest sequoia! How tall is it? How does it grow so high and straight? And why is its trunk so wide? The friends look for clues to solve the sequoia's mysteries! Kids will be thinking big after learning about these giants. Who knew trees could teach so much about building block towers?Just how tall can a tree grow? And why don't the biggest ones topple over? Elinor and her friends figure it out!It's field trip day! Elinor, Olive and Ari are going with their class to see some of the tallest trees in the world: giant sequoias. The friends are pretty sure the sequoias will be bigger than the trees in their neighborhood. But they never expect what they find when they walk deep

Josh, Emma and Libby Binkerton return to the Good Times Travel Agency --- but this time, with a plan to travel to the future, to the next Olympic Games. What could go wrong? Well, plenty! Like when th

They're the kids that no one knows --- or no one wants to know. The rich depressive, the OCD chick, the hypochondriac, the drug abuser, the athlete with anger management issues. All chosen for intensi

It's a perfect day for Lark's dream date with Alec from school. Blue skies, clear water, a canoe on the lake. Alec even brought flowers for Lark's birthday. Everything is just right ... until they hea

Here's a collection of short stories with a twist. The five stories all feature the misadventures of a boy named Cris, who ?likes things all in a row,? and his cat, Crat, who ?likes to mix things up.?

In this clever board book, each page encourages readers to mimic the sounds and actions of a different animal. With a die-cut hole in the center of each illustration, readers can turn the artwork into

At long last, Dessa knows the location of her missing twin brother: the Island of Astaroth. But getting there is another matter. No one has ever seen the Dark Island. Together with her friends, Topper

When Max Monroe discovers an old detective agency in his grandfather's backyard, he also uncovers a spooky secret: the ghost of his great-uncle Larry! Max has always been obsessed with mystery books,

Someone has stolen the Zamboni sisters' giant zucchini, which was certain to win first prize at the Harvest Fair. Max Monroe is on the case, with the help of his peculiar sidekick -- the ghost of his

Daisy has always loved making lists of her favorite words. When her neighbor invites her to a poetry party, Daisy learns many new wondrous things she can do with the words she's collected. But can she

Six of Pup and Hound's charming adventures are gathered here in one collection. With simple rhyming text and gentle humor, these stories of friendship between an unlikely pair -- one big and doting, o

Children can learn to count to ten with numbers shown with familiar city objects, including skyscrapers, a bag of leaves, and a subway car.

Little Mouse must cross the dark woods to get home. But there are many dangers lurking. Can Little Mouse find his family? Or will he be caught by the bright-eyed creatures hiding along the way? With p