Product Description: Readers will explore the life and times of historic figures in the Icons series. Each book features a remarkable individual who has left their mark in history, exploring key life events, influences and inspirations, how they overcame obstacles, and their achievements and successes...read more

Product Description: Land, oceans, and seas frame the Asian continent. The landscape of Asia ranges from deserts and tropical rainforests to coral reefs and freshwater rivers. Learn more about this exciting environment in Plants and Animals of Asia. This is an AV2 media enhanced book...read more

Head outside and look up. What do you see? At night you might see stars, the moon, the Milky Way, and planets! During the day all these things will still be there, but they’ll be hidden by the bright light of the sun. Astronomy is the study of celestial objects and what’s beyond the nebulous boundaries of space.In Astronomy: Cool Women in Space, young readers will be inspired by stories of women who have made great strides in a field that takes courage, persistence, and creativity to pursue. Most people have heard of Carl Sagan and Stephen Hawking, but have you heard of Maria Mitchell or Caroline Herschel? For many decades, female astronomers have been defining the field by making discoveries that changed the human relationship with space. Astronomy: Cool Women in Space will introduce young readers to three women who are bringing the science of astronomy forward and inspiring the next generation of astronomers. The primary sources, essentials questions, and knowledge connections within Astronomy: Cool Women in Space encourage both boys and girls to explore our celestial world while being inspired to ask what role they might play in the next discovery.

Product Description: This book briefly describes the origins, customs, and activities of the Chinese New Year celebrations.

Product Description: Enter the land of myths and mystery. For centuries, stories have been told that explain the world and all of its secrets. The Short Tales Myths explore the most famous tales in a simple writing style for young readers. The brilliant illustrations bring to life the legends of many Native American tribes...read more

Product Description: Enter the land of myths and mystery. For centuries, stories have been told that explain the world and all of its secrets. The Short Tales Myths explore the most famous tales in a simple writing style for young readers. The brilliant illustrations bring to life the legends of many Native American tribes...read more

Product Description: Book annotation not available for this title.Title: EarthwormsAuthor: Yasuda, AnitaPublisher: Weigl Pub IncPublication Date: 2011/07/01Number of Pages: 24Binding Type: PAPERBACKLibrary of Congress: 2010045193

Product Description: Drip—Drop—Splash! Water is essential to all forms of life. Explore Water! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments, captures a child’s imagination with an intriguing look at the world of water.Combining hands-on activities with history and science, kids will have fun learning about the water cycle, water resources, drinking water and sanitation, water pollution and conservation, water use, water folklore and festivals, and the latest in water technology...read more

Nico wants to be shortstop on his baseball team. So when he is placed at first base, he is disappointed. Will Nico be the best first baseman he can be or will he let his team down?

Product Description: Book by Yasuda, Anita

Did you know giant moray eels cannot hear or see very well? The giant moray eel uses its sense of smell and two sets of jaws to help catch its prey. Discover more about this intriguing underwater dweller in Giant Moray Eel, a Giants of the Ocean book.