The biggest, highest, fastest, slowest, smallest, loudest, farthest . . . The superlatives related to how records are created and broken are some of the most fascinating to children. Kids will
The author and illustrator of Amazing Machines know what preschoolers like and just how to present information to them. Now they turn their attention to animals, guiding readers on a trek through the
Children are off to Africa for a safari in this second Amazing Animals title. Landscapes filled with details and a rhyming text packed with fascinating information guide little armchair travelers to
All roads lead to Rome, especially where the study of history is concerned. Ancient Rome’s crowded streets, elegant homes, and majestic Coliseum are brought vividly to life in stunning state-of
Although they are all around us, light and sound are very difficult to explain to young children. Now readers can join an expert to uncover what light and sound are, how they are generated, and how a
There is plenty on the news about changes in Earth’s climate, but there are precious few references for explaining Earth’s science to the audience who needs to understand it most—to
Travel from head to toe and all the parts in between in this visually spectacular guide to the inner workings of the human body. DNA, muscles, blood vessels—and more—it's all covered in f
Nature’s building blocks have never been more sociable than in this newest offering from the creators of The Periodic Table and Physics. From cells to DNA, from viruses to mammals, from chlorop
There is probably no better time to listen to children's questions about the environment and provide them with clear-cut, honest answers. I Wonder Why There's a Hole in the Sky takes a look at our pl
The final book in the critically acclaimed Fire Thief trilogy concludes the story of Prometheus, who stole fire from the gods. Forced to travel through time to escape Zeus's avenging eagle, Prometheus
Draw spiders, ladybugs, butterflies, and other creepy-crawlies with this series that will teach children everything they need to know in order to sketch with confidence. Starting from a simple shape,
Draw sharks, dolphins, puffer fish, and other sea creatures with this series that will teach children everything they need to know in order to sketch with confidence. Starting from a simple shape, ea
Draw playful puppies, cute kittens, and other favorite pets with this series that will teach children everything they need to know in order to sketch with confidence. Starting from a simple shape, ea
Draw mermaids, pixies, knights, and other fairy-tale characters with this series that will teach children everything they need to know in order to sketch with confidence. Starting from a simple shape
Just like on CSI, readers will explore the crime lab and discover how detectives use scientific evidence to solve crimes. Find out how bloodstains, footprints, and fingerprints can lead police to cat
Answer all of the questions that children love to ask about these amazing creatures of the sea. Turn the page to follow a whale migration and watch dolphins play in the wake of a boat. Mighty whales
Every animal is looking forward to the Chicken Sisters party. Theyve put Cockerel in charge of the invitations, but he thinks Duck is too wet, Cow is too slobbery, Dog is too flea-ridden and Pig is to
This engaging series is tailored to young children's interests and readinglevel. Lively text explains the basics of a popular subject, while intriguingfacts are brought to life through detailed a
The world of science has never been so accessible to young readers! ScienceKids books offer a learning experience that kids, parents, and teachers aresure to love. The lively and engaging text explai
The world of science has never been so accessible to young readers! ScienceKids books offer a learning experience that kids, parents, and teachers aresure to love. The lively and engaging text explai
The world of science has never been so accessible to young readers! ScienceKids books offer a learning experience that kids, parents, and teachers aresure to love. The lively and engaging text explai
The world of science has never been so accessible to young readers! ScienceKids books offer a learning experience that kids, parents, and teachers aresure to love. The lively and engaging text explai
The world of science has never been so accessible to young readers! ScienceKids books offer a learning experience that kids, parents, and teachers aresure to love. The lively and engaging text explai
Flight of the Fire Thief continues the hilarious fantastical adventures of Prometheus, the Greek demigod who stole fire from the gods and gave it to the human race. To escape the gods' revenge, Promet
This engaging series is tailored to young children's interests and readinglevel. Lively text explains the basics of a popular subject, while intriguingfacts are brought to life through detailed and in
This engaging series is tailored to young children's interests and readinglevel. Lively text explains the basics of a popular subject, while intriguingfacts are brought to life through detailed a
Now available in a sleek paperback format, this acclaimed collection of gloriously illustrated retellings brings ancient Greece back to life. Saviour Pirotta lends his warm and lively style to a mixt
This newly revised and updated dictionary offers comprehensive and up-to-date coverage, with more than 12,000 definitions. Entries have been carefully written for children ages nine to fourteen and i
This fact-filled, accessibly written book encourages young readers to startexploring our rocky world and discover the treasures that lie beneath ourfeet, from fascinating fossils to precious gemstone
Luke Harding is excited to become the youngest person ever to qualify as a forensics invstigator. He barely has time to celebrate his final exams when Malc, his Mobile Aid to Law and Crime, calls him
Every parent wants his or her child to do well in school. And every child wonders what to expect when entering a new grade each fall. The Summer Smarts series provides a bridge between grades, offerin
Every parent wants his or her child to do well in school. And every child wonders what to expect when entering a new grade each fall. The Summer Smarts series provides a bridge between grades, offeri
With sixteen exquisite maps showing what the world was like from A.D. 500 to 1450, this book is sure to feed children's fascination with knights and castles, Vikings, Crusades, the Aztecs, and th
Ever since Cassie was old enough to hold a tennis racket, her dad has been training her to be the best. Now age twelve, she's a star player with fast reactions, long legs, and an excellent backhand. B
Children will thrill to the detailed illustrations that bring these fascinating seamammals to life in their natural environment—from killer whales pursuing theirprey to wild spinner dolphins sw
With today's emphasis on fast-moving technology, as well as increasing pressure to meet the testing standards of science and math in the classroom, the need to grasp key scientific principles has nev
This practical guide to the night sky is a must for young astronomers. Packed with information on the sun and moon, the constellations, the solar system, the Milky Way, and beyond, it offers advice a
Could a woman be a pharaoh? Who was the crocodile god? Did Egyptians like parties? With stimulating answers to these questions and many more, I Wonder Why Pyramids Were Built is a perfect way to lear
Explore the crime lab with Forensics and discover how detectives use science to solve crimes. From the scene of the crime to a criminal's conviction, discover how the marks of blood, footprints, and f
From the ancient Greeks to the Aztecs, people across the world have created a rich tapestry of stories, characters, and beliefs to explain the mysteries of creation and the forces of nature and death
