What makes a car go? How does mushy dough become a crispy cookie? What does the doctor see in my throat? An essential parent reference, The Big Book of Why invites children to ask big questions, think big thoughts, and get answers that are accurate, engaging, level-appropriate, and based on sound educational findings. It helps prepare preschoolers for school in an interactive way—the very best way to foster learning at this age, according to research. Highly photographic and playful, this big book is an adventure in exploration.

    Wrote The Sand Reckoner and Got Killed Being Rude, ante meridiem (a.m.), Donner and Blitz in German, One Million, Euclid Wrote The Elements, Squares, Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Whales Are Not Fish, The “There Are Zero . . .” Game, Sets, the Popularity of Zero, Why Boats Are Cheaper to Rent in the Winter, Triangles, Herbivores and Carnivores, the Colors of the Rainbow, a King in Checkmate, the Story of the Titanic, ≠ (not equal), x + 4 = 7, One Thousand, Counting by Hundreds, Reading 3:05 on a Clock, Rectangles.

    Delve into these stories for an engrossing trip back in time, full of powerful family dynasties, court intrigue, and brave heroines. The novels, which bring to vivid life some of the most fascinating characters of Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome, each include a reading group guide. An exciting excerpt from Moran’s newest novel Madame Tussaud is also included.NefertitiThe dramatic and historically accurate story of two unforgettable women—Nefertiti and her younger sister—living through a remarkable period of political unrest.The Heretic QueenIn Ancient Egypt, Nefertiti’s niece, Princess Nefertari, must overcome her family’s past and remake history.Cleopatra’s DaughterThe incredible untold story of the orphaned children of Cleopatra, Egypt’s most powerful and notorious ruler, who are raised in the Ancient Roman court of their parents’ greatest rival.A sneak peek at Madame TussaudMichelle Moran departs from the ancient world and enters the gilded but troubled court of Marie Antoinette with the intriguing story of Marie Tussaud, a woman who survived the French Revolution only by creating death masks of the beheaded aristocracy.

    

    We find Katie miserable on the first day of middle school. Her best friend Callie came back from camp boy-crazy and part of a whole new group of friends. When it's made clear that Callie is in the PGC (Popular Girls Club) and Katie is not invited to join, Katie suddenly feels incredibly alone. Katie realizes if she’s going to survive middle school she needs to seriously regroup and find some new friends. But how? She bites into the cupcake her mother packed her for lunch and for a second closes her eyes. The sweet treat makes her happy—finally something goes right! Looking around her table, Katie notices the other students seeming a bit lost, as well. Which gives her an idea…With three new friends Katie forms a club as a way to spread the cupcake love and earn some cupcake cash!

    Each chapter ends with personal application and activities.Book Details: Format: Paperback Publication Date: 1/26/2011 Pages: 120 Reading Level: Age 8 and Up

    Alvin and the Chipmunks want to enjoy their cruise, but Dave won’t let them have any fun! Were some rules made to be broken?

    And a cuddly cat or kitten would be perfect for their small brownstone apartment. But their parents aren't sure Mia and Michael are ready for the responsibility.Then Mia spots a tiny calico foraging for food. Callie doesn't seem to belong to anyone--and she's hurt. Mia can't just leave her to fend for herself But what if she can't convince her parents to keep the sweet little kitten? Will Callie ever find a home?

    That's how they meet Miss Child, the weirdest zookeeper in the history of the world. She thinks animals are smarter than people! She thinks elephants can paint pictures! She keeps snakes in her pockets for fun! Guess who's going to wind up in a cage with a lion?

      Songs include:Fried Ham  .  I'm a Little Coconut  .  The Banjo Song  .  Chewing Gum  .  Sippin' Cider  .Found a Peanut  .  A Co Di By Doze (A Cold in My Nose)*  .  Everybody Dreams*  .  Opposite Day*  .  The Disappointing Pancake**original songs Winner of a Parents' Choice Gold Award

    From singing and dancing with his siblings in the Jackson 5 to achieving a groundbreaking solo career, Jackson became a legend after his death in 2009. Readers will learn how Jackson worked to develop his own musical style and create signature dance moves such as the Moonwalk, leading to his lasting impact on pop music for generations to come. Features include a table of contents, maps, "Did You Know" fun facts, a "Snapshot" page with vital information, a glossary with phonetics, and an index.

    It makes its way from holding freshly harvested rice to becoming the center of playground, family life, community and everyday activities. Told in a lyrical voice and filled with vibrant detailed illustrations of scenic Guyana countryside, The Rice Bag Hammock is a picture book for all ages.

    With a little luck, they might even manage to save the galaxy! Readers can explore the Death Star, a Jawa Sandcrawler, the Tantive IV, the Cantina, and the Millennium Falcon!

    It lies in East Africa, set in a landscape of mountains and rivers - and the Blue Nile, which flows into the River Nile, rises here in Lake Tana. Our wildlife includes giraffes, elephants, zebras, crocodiles, hyenas, lions and all kinds of beautiful birds.The country is rich in history. It has an important place in both the Christian and Muslim religions, with all kinds of colourful festivals. Thousands of people visit our ancient churches and mosques every year.Ethiopian people follow many different traditions, make music in a variety of ways and speak several different languages. We love to dance, sing and have fun, especially on public holidays! Our food is spicy and delicious. The coffee bean originated in this country, and we hold a special coffee ceremony in which the aroma of roasted coffee, the incense we burn, and the pleasure of meeting each other all make for a unique experience.E is for Ethiopia is the latest in the wide-ranging photographic World Alphabet series. The text and photographs in this book are by a group of young photographers in Ethiopia whose work is supported by the UK aid agency CAFOD, the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development.

    That all changed when his parents told him that they were getting a D…D…D… The “D” Word – he can’t even say it! At first Otis blames himself. With the help of his Gram, Otis discovers the reasons why people get divorced.He also learns about the Three C’s of Divorce:- I didn’t CAUSE it- I can’t CONTROL it, so- I’m going to have to learn to COPE with it!This book offers both children and adults the tools and insights that are needed to effectively deal with the difficult challenges that a family goes through when parents get divorced.

    Josh isn't catching on to the sport, and he starts wondering, "Who wants to play just for kicks?" Will Josh learn that sometimes it's fun to play just for fun?

    

    This clever canine quickly discovers a couple of clues, but something still smells fishy. To help solve the case, ACE calls on the most powerful pooch around . . . KRYPTO THE SUPER-DOG! They track down three fowl felons, the PENGUIN'S BAD NEWS BIRDS, ARTIE, GRIFF, and WADDLES. Working together, the doggy duo must recover the stolen sardines and throw those dirty birds in the can.

    Will she ever lose her tricky tooth?

    Pick a point and start exploring!

    Slowly, the fly finds what it wants, and lands on the plant's bright red leaves. Suddenly, as the fly enjoys its meal, the leaf snaps shut. The fly is trapped. The fly didn't realize it had landed on a meat-eating plant. Can you believe there are plants that eat insects? Some can even trap small rodents and frogs. Author Nathan Aaseng tells your readers all about these amazing meat-eating plants, from how they trap their prey to what they like for dinner.

    Four fabulous new stories: 'Ssshh! Winnie', 'Flipping Winnie', 'Winnie's Sat Nav' and 'Winnie Shapes Up'.Winnie the Witch is on a mission! Raising money by keeping quiet, helping aliens find their way home, tossing pancakes, or fighting the flab ...

    Kip can't wait to explore Vapod, a giant gas planet with cool flying aliens, but as soon as he arrives, the planet comes under attack! Can Kip save the day before it's too late?

    Appropriate for both girls and boys, the text can be adapted to very young children as well as for those of baptism age. Fun, full- color pictures bring this keepsake book to life and will be a wonderful resource for parents and teachers of Primary-aged children. Great gift idea for baptisms. Appeals to children of all ages. Beautiful, full- color illustrations make this book a keepsake classic. Excellent teaching tool.

    How does an acorn grow into a tree? What does a baby sea horse eat? Discover the amazing stages of different life cycles and learn all about your favourite species with this stunning series.

    Did you know …Moose can run up to 35 miles an hour? That porcupines are actually very talented tree climbers? Read about these and more of God’s forest friends!

    Features include several photographic pages, a glossary, additional resource list, and an index.

    How does an acorn grow into a tree? What does a baby sea horse eat? Discover the amazing stages of different life cycles and learn all about your favourite species with this stunning series.

    Find out about the Impressionists'' lives, the stories behind their paintings, and how they changed art forever.

    Book by Olson, Denise

    Build a skyscraper, a brownstone, or how about a mini metropolis! Complete with select model instructions for more than six creations, insider tips, and landscape designs for new LEGO fans as well as diehard enthusiasts. And as a bonus--a sticker sheet to decorate your new city models.

    It comes complete with a map of the Land of the Smurfs and a crash course in the Smurf language. Even smurfier, you will meet the most popular Smurfs, read Jokey Smurf's smurfiest jokes, and get Cook Smurf's recipe for Smurfberry muffins. Get ready to be smurfed!

    This book briefly examines the periodic table, and the elements that compose it.

    The phrase "Can you find me?" is shown in a different language on every page.

    I m in SCIENCE class. Have you ever started to think about one thing and ended up thinking about something completely different? I do it all the time...