Compares toys and games of the olden days with those of modern times, looking at contemporary versions of old games, classic games that are still played today, and toys that have been enhanced by tech
Blankets of splendid geometric configurations — drawn from time-honored patchwork quilt motifs — fill this festival of traditional folk art. Thirty-one designs offer endless coloring possibilities and
Brightly colored, easy-to-make projects include a spring candy dish, egg holders, an Easter gift box, chickie treat containers, and other charming tabletop decorations. Fun for the whole family!
Colorists and gardening enthusiasts will adore these magnified views. Thirty-one accurate illustrations range from sunflowers and marigolds to birds of paradise and oriental lilies. Each design featur
There are lots and lots of dots in this activity book for coloring and puzzle enthusiasts. More than 40 connect-the-dots challenges depict animals, ice skaters, a windmill, and more.
A University of Arizona student and political intern credited with saving the life of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords during the Tucson shooting in January 2011 shares the story of his young life whi
The ultimate celebration of an all-American sport, this picture book captures the joy and the history of baseball—and knocks it out of the park!Don’t wait for Opening Day to start your baseball season
DK's Star Wars Readers are packed full of images, new information, familiar character poses, and fascinating facts to engage young fans. Imaginative heroes and villains and exciting adventure themes,
The Bug House Family Restaurant serves up a delightful platter of poems featuring all kinds of creepy crawlers prepared by the finest chefs. Try our mosquito steak and order a Centipede-Ade to wash it
Profiles thirteen women painters and sculptors and celebrates the beauty of the American West, including works by Georgia O'Keefe, Sally James Farnham, Grace Carpenter Hudson, and Edith Hamlin.
For over 25 years, the Greenhaven Press Opposing Viewpoints Series has developed and set the standard for current-issue studies. With more than 90 volumes covering nearly every controversial contempor
Bright Star, Night Star: An Astronomy Story is a picture book that accompanies an American Indian child in finding constellations, stars and other heavenly bodies in the night sky (ages 4 - 9)
Kid-friendly foods made healthy! Whip up nutritious meals with America's favorite kid chef. Wholesome, fresh, and flavorful ingredients are the centerpiece in these tasty dishes, which include Beef an
The Sacrament of Confession is often misunderstood by children and adults alike. While your child is preparing for his first Confession, it's easy for you both to feel overwhelmed. And even if first C
What is a seed—and will all of them eventually become plants? What happens to plants in winter? Why do leaves come in so many sizes and shapes? Do insects help plants, or harm them? A virtual garden
Why is there life on earth? How did Saturn get its rings? Which planet is biggest, which one's hottest—and which has a cloud named Scooter? Take a trip into outer space to learn about the asteroid bel
"Who fired the first shots in the American Civil War? Where were the fiercest battles fought? How did Lincoln free millions of slaves with one document? Acclaimed author Martin Sandler answers all the
"How does a caterpillar turn into a beautiful butterfly--and how much must it eat before it changes? What is a chrysalis? How does a new butterfly break out of its cocoon? Is it true that butterflies
Where is planet Earth—and how big is it? Does the ground move under our feet? What would we find if we dug down all the way to the Earth's core? And why is the sky blue? Children will discover the an