A lavishly illustrated, fact-filled, oversized atlas that allows children to discover the world without leaving their home. Covering every continent, country, even outer space, MAPS OF THE WORLD is
Poetry can be fun -- especially when we can read it, hear it, and discover its many delights. A Child's Introduction to Poetry joyously introduces kids (and parents) to the greatest poets in history -
Packed with action, intrigue, trickery, and love, A CHILD'S INTRODUCTION TO NORSE MYTHOLOGY acquaints kids with the original North Germanic and Scandinavian folklore behind characters like Thor and Lo
The charming and innovative architecture of these tiny cottages, studios, fishing huts, homes and more--so small and cute that you can't help but fall for them--will inspire and delight home and arch
SKYSCRAPERS is a lavish and appropriately soaring celebration of the world's most spectacular buildings. From the ancient Lighthouse at Alexandria to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, from the Empire State
This mind-bending collection of five-minute mysteries, packed with clues and solved at the back of the book, is an armchair detective's dream-come-true. It's like 43 rousing games of "Clue" in short
The fully illustrated bible of cooking techniques from the world's best-known French cook is now in paperback and in one volume for the first time ever.From a master chef and the current co-star (wit
The state of Florida comes to life in this illustrated journey through its amazing history, geography, and landmarks. Kids will learn fascinating facts about everything that makes Florida the unique
Who are the all-time greatest and why? This groundbreaking new method for ranking players and teams rewrites the record books and sets forth bold new answers to the age-old debates of baseball. It i
For anyone, young or old, who has ever wondered, how do they make those?-here is an entertaining, illustrated exploration of the process behind the manufacture of everyday items. What are bulletproo
The greatest, the worst, the biggest, the strangest, the funniest, the most impressive moments, feats, milestones, teams, and players in every sport-from baseball to horse-racing-fill the pages of th
Zen combines hundreds of traditional kong-ans with vivid artwork, in a unique volume exploring the crucial balance between the self and the world.The kong-ans, selected from the work of an eminent Ze
One of two new titles in the bestselling "Get Ready for School" series reinforces basic age-appropriate knowledge in the subjects of math and science through engaging activities Get Ready for Kinderga
One of two new titles in the bestselling "Get Ready for School" series reinforces basic age-appropriate knowledge in the subjects of math and science through engaging activities Get Ready for First Gr
Extreme Weather is a detailed, visually stunning examination of our planet's most devastating natural events including hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, tidal waves, tornadoes, severe winds, heat wave
The latest addition to the bestselling Wisdom & Know-How series is a complete home reference for everything you need to know about gardening - from soil and fertilizers to growing flowers and vege
An all-new edition of the bestselling Take Me Out to the Ballpark Calendar-based on the bestselling book The 2011 Take Me Out to the Ballpark Calendar highlights thirteen major league ballparks in the
Kama Sutra, or Aphorisms on Love, is one of the most widely read and enjoyed of the ancient classics. Written in India nearly two centuries ago and translated by the great Richard Burton, this landma
This fascinating collection of 100 fun-to-take and easy-to-score personality quizzes-devised by an expert psychologist-provides unparalleled insight into what makes us tick and why. Are You a Romanti
Poetry can be fun-especially when we can read it, hear it, and discover its many delights with the help of cartoon character Professor Driscoll, delightful illustrations, and the poetry read aloud on
Spliffs (the Jamaican word for joints) is more than just a book about marijuana (cannabis) and getting high. It's a celebratory trip that explores the versatility of cannabis and the profound influen
Read-Aloud Myths and Legends collects time-honored stories from the Greek, Roman, and Celtic traditions including: "The Adventures of Odysseus," "Pandora's Box," "Psyche and Cupid," "Lugh, the Sun Go
This critically acclaimed collection of word puzzles ranging from satisfyingly simple to fiendishly difficult will challenge and delight would-be word wizards. Word Melt, Scramblegrams, Word Hunter,
The Big Book of Small House Designs is a collection of more than 500 drawings illustrating all aspects of 75 small homes of various styles, from a New England farmhouse to a sophisticated steel frame
Children eight and up will enjoy this conversational but information-packed introduction to astronomy and stargazing, which includes the achievements of the great scientists, the history of space expl
In the novel tradition of Black Dog's How to Stay Alive in the Woods (rubber cover) and How Things Are Made (denim cover), Patents is covered in bubble wrap, one of man's more ingenious creations. It
A Child's Introduction to the Environment provides an entertaining and instructive tour of the Earth's varied environments, along with activities and materials to encourage young environmentalists.
From skyscrapers to parking structures, from the Stock Exchange to the historic townhouses of Harlem, the buildings of New York are as diverse as its culture—and they are artfully photographed
Presented in the striking format of Ken Bloom’s successful Broadway Musicals, this rich visual history of popular song covers all of the prominent figures behind the mu
The Get Ready series offers fun, easy-to-understand activities to enhance skills in every area, from spelling, reading, and language to math, science, and health. Get Ready for Kindergarten covers a
Did you hear the one about the bartender and the rabbi? If not, you’ll find it in this delightful book—along with hundreds of other jokes and funny stories, classic and brand-new—ab
Church Suppers celebrates gatherings of neighbors, family, and friends with delicious, down-home recipes from all over the United States and Canada. These are the dishes we remember and cherish, that
The Black Dog Opera Library is one of the most popular, informative, and budget-friendly ways to enjoy all the great operas. Each book in the series includes a history of the opera, a synopsis of the
The Black Dog Opera Library is one of the most popular,informative, and budget-friendly ways to enjoy all thegreat operas. Each book in the series includes a historyof the opera, a synopsis of the st
The Black Dog Opera Library is one of the most popular,informative, and budget-friendly ways to enjoy all thegreat operas. Each book in the series includes a historyof the opera, a synopsis of the st
The Black Dog Opera Library is one of the most popular,informative, and budget-friendly ways to enjoy all thegreat operas. Each book in the series includes a historyof the opera, a synopsis of the st
