From a Neolithic camp to the host of the 2012 Summer Olympics, very few cities have seen as much history, innovation, and bloodshed as London. In this beautiful book, readers take an historical, geog
Everyone knows who Marco Polo and Christopher Columbus were. But do they know that Christopher Columbus owned a copy of Polo’s book The Travels of Marco Polo, full of Columbus’s own handw
Never has the concept of “six degrees of separation” been more vivid than during the tumultuous events of the 20th century. From Mohandas Gandhi to Joseph Stalin, Franklin Delano Roosevel
From the sassy cricket hero of A Cricket in Times Square to the charmingly bumbling mole from The Wind in the Willows and other figures from more than a dozen timeless classics, this anthology is a lo
Perfect for girls who love tiaras, ballgowns, and happy endings--—but also sports, silly jokes, and being different. Featuring the work of seven writers and three illustrators, this anthology of “prin
This collection of twenty stories reads like a who’s who of the best in science fiction—Asimov, Wells, Chandler, Verne, Clarke, Le Guin, Bradbury—among others. Readers will go beyond the limits of hum
What are rocks made of? Why can people see through glass? Where does plastic come from? This colorful title answers the fundamental questions about the matter and materials that make up the physical w
Sharks offers an extensive look at the notorious predators of the deep, providing insights on shark behavior, habitats, and the surprising variety of species that inhabit our oceans. In addition to b
Now in paperback "these well-written and sensitively selected stories" (School Library Journal) will take readers on the ride of a lifetime. Sure to appeal to horse lovers, this treasury explores the
An illustrated guide to some of the most enormous creatures to have ever roamed the planet, from the dinosaurs of the Late Jurassic era to the Hercules moth, includes an in-depth look at their size an
In an unrivaled child-friendly style, this extensive series uses a conversational format to deliver solid information in a natural, amusing, and imaginative way.This book answers all of the questions
Another great easy-to-use resource, this convenient pocket thesaurus has more than 5,000 revised and updated alphabetical entries and hundreds of associated words and cross-references that offer voca
The Periodic Table introduces budding chemists to the world of the elements as it's never been seen before. Designed to resemble popular networking Web sites, the pages of this book feature "
In the rotting slums of London, Luke and Malc are called to investigate the shocking murder of an attractive young doctor. The investigation eventually leads Luke to a bizarre cult called the World Ch
Tyra Fraser hates her life. A family move from sunny Florida to an army base in the cold north of England leaves her lonely and angry. Outgoing Tyra hopes to fit in by playing soccer for the school te
Now available in paperback, The Fire Thief hilariously reimagines the myth of Prometheus, the Greek demigod who stole fire from the gods and gave it to the human race. To escape the gods' revenge, Pro
She's all that and so much more! All kinds of girls -- tomboys and divas, workers and dreamers, sisters and soul mates -- appear in this collection. Eighty poems from writers such as Maya Angelou, Ail
International best-selling author Terry Deary reinvents the myth of Prometheus, the Titan who stole fire from the gods and gave it to the human race. To escape the gods' revenge, Prometheus travels th
Alligator and Crocodile star in two short stories. First, Alligator's long tail makes him easy to find during a game of hide-and-seek, but when it's Crocodile's turn to hide he has the same problem. I
From dinosaurs to Siberian tigers, this title is a superb introduction to creatures that are either extinct, such as the dodo, or those that are under threat. Discover some of the wildest habitats on
Polar bears, harp seals, and caribou are just a few of the delightful youngsters found in Animal Babies in Polar Lands. The unusual yet engaging animals are a great introduction to an unfamiliar regi
This collection of more than 100 disgusting jokes is sure to gross you out and make you giggle. Prepare to laugh until you feel sick!"Why did the toilet paper roll down the hill? To get to the
This all-inclusive thematic anthology of over 150 poems brings together a marvelous array of writings, from Shakespeare and Tennyson to modern poets such as Robert Frost and Ted Hughes to the works of
Ranging from folktales to contemporary stories, this anthology celebrates the richness of the Jewish heritage. The stellar list of contributors includes Isaac Bashevis Singer, Lynn Reid Banks, and Mi
Every aspect of snakes is covered, from camouflage and cold-bloodedness to how they move and kill their prey. Children who are fascinated by snakes will also discover how they feed and raise their you
Buck is a dog born to luxury, but his life changes dramatically when he is sold to be a sled dog in the Yukon Terrority. First published in 1903, this masterpiece of adventure and survival continues t
The stories of Milly-Molly-Mandy and her family and friends have charmed generations of children since they first appeared in 1925. This collection of twenty-one classic tales about this resourceful a
This handsome collection of carefully chosen and beautifully illustrated extracts celebrates favorite boy characters from children's literature. A new generation of readers will be delighted and inspi
Fun to Learn Spanish is a fun and accessible introduction to basic Spanish for children. Detailed illustrations of scenes from daily life incorporate easy-to-recognize objects, while the clear type ma
