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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

Discusses the many human inventions that have been inspired by nature, including biodegradable plastics, Velcro, and renewable energy resources, and suggests other natural processes that can be used t

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.

Sam the dog and her friends Jennie and Beth find an old diary while on vacation at Sagawa Lake, which tells of a monster living underneath the lake's surface.

This ultimate resource for all things dirt, on and around the planet, includes such fun projects as building a bike racetrack, creating fossil footprints, and growing a garden playhouse.

This ultimate resource for all things dirt, on and around the planet, includes such fun projects as building a bike racetrack, creating fossil footprints, and growing a garden playhouse.

Answers children's questions about the secrets of the universe, including the history of stargazing, the science behind today's space facts, and the latest discoveries, and includes space-related proj

Recounts how humans have sought to understand outer space, explains how telescopes work, describes various space vehicles, and offers information and photographs of recent discoveries in the solar sys

In addition to explaining how chewing gum, television, and other popular creations came to be, this book provides answers to common questions about inventing and inventions through straightforward fac

An overview of the violent weather condition explores the formation and destructive power of hurricanes and details the devastating damage that resulted from the most serious twentieth century hurrica

Since Franklin's clubhouse is very small, only his smallest friends can join, and Franklin must find a way to alleviate the hurt and angry feelings of his larger friends

Using increasingly sophisticated levels of artificial intelligence (AI) and embodied intelligence (EI), a new generation of robots is being designed to look, act and even think like humans. Hubots, or

In this thrilling sixth installment of Scott Chantler's popular Three Thieves graphic novel series, the separate adventures of twins Dessa and Jared play out simultaneously and seem poised to intersec

In this thrilling sixth installment of Scott Chantler's popular Three Thieves graphic novel series, the separate adventures of twins Dessa and Jared play out simultaneously and seem poised to intersec

Explores how language can change when one letter of a word is replaced with another, and a toy becomes a boy, a mouse becomes a moose, and light becomes night.

Accompanied by photos, newspaper excerpts, timelines, and much more, a new installment in the Snapshots series traces the life of the famous writer, comedian, world traveler, and lecturer whose books

Accompanied by photos, newspaper excerpts, timelines, and much more, a new installment in the Snapshots series traces the life of the famous writer, comedian, world traveler, and lecturer whose books

Up close and personal photography that shows the many details of common bugs is complimented with fascinating information about how they live, what they eat, and their unique characteristics. Simultan

Up close and personal photography that shows the many details of common bugs is complimented with fascinating information about how they live, what they eat, and their unique characteristics. Simultan

Perfect for young horse enthusiasts, this innovative craft book, filled with photos, patterns, and easy-to-follow directions, features sixteen projects including a sock horse and a bronco bookend. Sim

Enhanced with quotes, period photos, maps, and letters, an informative biography provides readers with an in-depth look at the life, accomplishments, and quirks of this world-famous man. Simultaneous.

A curious boy goes to the bay in search of frogs and discovers a vibrant, bustling world of wildlife, including a hummingbird, a bullfrog, a loon, a turtle, and more

From earth-shattering innovations and amazing inventions to achievements in government, culture and history, Canadians have played a major role in shaping the world. With almost 150 entries --- in cat

This introduction to mealworms--the larval stage of the darkling beetle--explains how to raise them, describing their four stages of life and the difference between complete and incomplete metamorphos

Fascinating facts about the NHL's top fifteen blueliners, including Chris Chelios, Paul Coffey, Scott Niedermayer, and Brian Leetch, are accompanied by action photos and a foldout, full-color banner f

In this modern holiday tale, based on the podcast of the same name, two resourceful elves help Santa try to save Christmas from an evil tech baron!In the not-too-distant future, Santa's entire operation has been automated. Machines, not elves, make all the toys. And drones transport the presents around the world on Christmas Eve, not Santa's reindeer. Since Santa no longer needs much help, he's let go all but two of his elves, Elvis and Delfina, and released his 8 tiny reindeer into the wild. Only, just days before Christmas, Santa learns that the wealthy tycoon who supplied him with all his technology, Larchmont Quickbuck, is plotting to take over Christmas and send Santa packing! Santa knows his only hope of saving the holiday from Quickbuck is to bring back the true source of Christmas magic -- his 8 tiny reindeer. But will Elvis and Delfina find them in time? This highly entertaining graphic novel by Robert Tinkler -- a writer, podcast producer, voice actor and Daytime Emmy nominee

A brand-new early reader graphic novel series based on the acclaimed PBS Kids TV show.Elinor the rabbit is curious about everything. She loves to “follow her curiosity,” make observations and test her ideas as she explores nature's mysteries. One day, Elinor's curiosity is piqued when she and her friends Olive (an elephant) and Ari (a bat) are playing hide-and-seek. Though the friends keep choosing perfect hiding spots, the goat twins keep finding them! And quickly! How can they make themselves harder to find? Is the solution hiding in plain sight?Kids will be thrilled to discover how animals use camouflage: it's been right in front of their noses the whole time!In this early reader graphic novel, part of the series based on the acclaimed PBS Kids show, Elinor the ever-inquisitive rabbit seeks to discover: what makes a good hiding spot?Elinor the rabbit is curious about everything. She loves to "follow her curiosity," make observations and test her ideas as she explores nature's myster

From the time she was a young girl, Jane Jacobs' curious mind made her a keen observer of everything around her. When she grew up, she moved to New York City, a place full of new wonders for her to explore. It was there she realized that, just like in nature, a city is an ecosystem. ?It is made of different parts --- sidewalks, parks, stores, neighborhoods, City Hall . . . and people, of course. When they all work together, the city is healthy.? So, when city planner Robert Moses proposed creating highways through the city that would destroy neighborhoods and much of what made New York great, Jane decided she couldn't let it happen. She stood up to the officials and rallied her neighbors to stop the plans ---and even got arrested! Jane's bravery and ideas had a huge influence on urban planning that is still being felt today.In this lively and engaging informational picture book, award-winning author Susan Hughes provides a fictionalized story of the life of Jane Jacobs, one of the worl

An animated conductor and his orchestra of animals let the words move them in this engaging exploration of some beautiful and inspiring musical terms.In this simple introduction to seven musical terms

Maggie McGillicuddy and her young neighbor Charlie enjoy imagining dangers lurking throughout their quiet neighborhood, and it's all innocent fun until the day Charlie comes face to face with real tro

Collects six stories about Franklin the turtle, including "Franklin and the Contest," where Franklin and his friends compete in a contest to see who can do something for five hours straight.

A handy resource for feline lovers of all ages--and companion title to Why Do Dogs Have Wet Noses?--features fascinating cat facts, legends, superstitions, hero-stories, quizzes, and training tips.

Chronicles the history of Canadian exploration from John Cabot's first voyage to Newfoundland and Jacques Cartier's discovery of the Saint Lawrence River to Robert Peary and Matthew Henson's trip to t

Filled with a wealth of fun, funky, and fashionable projects for bags, totes, purses, and much more, this creative guide encourages girls to find their own unique sense of style. Original.

The story of a Canadian pioneer family's celebration of the harvest serves to introduce information on crops, preparing for winter, and harvest superstitions, as well as recipes and instructions for g

Pedro, Nick, Yulee, Sally and Martin are buzzing with excitement today! The five friends are visiting Martin's neighbor, Mr. Cardinal. He keeps beehives in his backyard, and he's offered to show them

The busy but careless beaver spends his days following random impulses, rarely thinking things through and leaving in his wake a devastated forest filled with stumps, half-nibbled trees and injured, h

A treasury of outdoor-themed games and activities for each season offers scientific and historical trivia to accompany instructions for such ideas as building a sundial, making a kite, playing Spud, a

Young readers (and adults, too) will feel transported by the clever, intricate plotline and superb, sweeping illustrations of this second title in the Three Thieves series. The action resumes as our t

The busy but careless beaver spends his days following random impulses, rarely thinking things through and leaving in his wake a devastated forest filled with stumps, half-nibbled trees and injured, h