Some American Indians used wood planks, poles, and beams to build plank houses. Learn all about plank houses, including the tools used to build them and the people who called them home.
An octopus that looks like an elephant. A monkey with a moustache. A rodent that detects danger. AllA kinds ofA things can make an animal really stick out! Give readers the details about the strangest
Using their keen eyesight, amazing sense of smell, and sharp teeth and claws, tigers can stalk and kill prey twice their size.A Readers will learn about what makes tigers such fearsome predators, from
What was getting from place to place like in the days of old? What were some of the biggest inventions that brought us to the fantastic subway systems found in cities today? Discover how transportatio
Travel through time and discover how communication has changed over hundreds of years. From ancient cave paintings to high-tech computers, people throughout history have invented ways to communicate w
All sorts of interesting creepy crawlies live in underground habitats. Readers will love learning about the bugs, spiders, grubs, and earthworms that lurk below. Young readers will uncover the feature
From shrews to snakes, all sorts of animals burrow in complex homes below the surface of the Earth. Readers will uncover the many different creatures that find the underground to be an ideal habitat.
"Spooky sounds wander through an empty house. A strange ghostly shadow floats down a hallway. Are the strange happenings in haunted houses caused by ghosts? No one knows for sure. Explore this unsolve
"A plane flies over the Bermuda Triangle. Suddenly, a strange fog appears and the planes equipment fails. The plane crashes into the water below. What happens in the Bermuda Triangle? No one knows for
"Legend tells us that thousands of years ago a giant wave ruined a beautiful city called Atlantis. Did this city actually exist? Explore this unsolved mystery, and learn why some people believe and ot
"Tinsel, candles, and baked decorations called Lebkuchen hang from Christmas trees. Strings of lights decorate lampposts, houses, and stores. Saint Nicholas fills childrens shoes with toys and treats.
Polar bears are known for their snowy fur and frozen habitat. But there's more to this bear than their icy home. Learn about how their powerful jaws, padded feet, and claws help them to survive i
Giant Pandas are famous for their black and white fur. But there's more to this bear than their cute coats. Learn how pandas use their claws, jaws, and climbing skills to make their home in China
Do you know how to prevent fires at home? What should you do if you find matches or lighters? Why are escape plans important? Look inside to find the answers to these questions and more. By learning a
What's more fun than celebrating Halloween? Try drawing Halloween! Become an artist, and learn to sketch the sights and symbols that make this holiday special. It just takes a pencil and a spooktacula