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The Secret Stream

A stream narrates its own natural history as it flows from its headwaters in the mountains to its mouth in the lowlands, introducing the plants and animals that line its banks and live in its waters. The poetic story, combining lyricism with natural history excellence, is augmented and enriched by informative sidebars and backmatter. Birds, mammals, amphibians, and insects peek out from the beautiful, scientifically accurate illustrations.

The Seven Continents

Readers journey on an exciting adventure through diverse world cultures, fascinating features, and breathtaking landscapes in The Seven Continents. Each title offers readers a glimpse into each continent’s land, natural resources, history, and economics through fun facts and vibrant visuals.

The Soda Bottle School: A True Story of Recycling, Teamwork, and One Crazy Idea

Why not use soda bottles, which were scattered all around, to form the cores of the walls? Never underestimate the power of an idea! Laura Kutner, the real-life ""Seûo Laura"" in The Soda Bottle School, wrote this book because she wanted to ""inspire young readers to believe in themselves and work together to make the world a better place, and have fun at the same time."" Sometimes thinking outside the box--or inside the bottle--leads to the perfect solution.

The Solar System

Each book in The Solar System series examines the history, physical features, and key discoveries related to one of the solar system’s planets, its known dwarf planets, or its Sun.

The Sole Man: Jan Matzeliger's Lasting Invention

In 1873, at the age of 21, Jan Ernst Matzeliger immigrated to America, having left all that was familiar behind in South America. He arrived with hopes and dreams of a bright future in this new country. Though Jan had no formal training, he was highly skillful with tools and machinery, having worked in his father's mechanic shops. But no one wanted to hire a Black immigrant who didn't speak English. Yet Jan didn't give up. He finally got a job at a shoe factory. As Jan learned the process and cr

The Songbird and the Rambutan Tree

Batavia, Dutch East Indies, 1942. Emmy has the voice of an angel but hasnÎt sung a note since a family tragedy. With war looming, her father plans to ship her off to a singing school in England for safety. But all Emmy wants to do is stay in Batavia with her best friend, Bakti, even if it means putting up with her snooty classmate, Violet. Then the Japanese army invadesÑand as war erupts in the Dutch East Indies, EmmyÎs world falls apart. When her own actions sabotage her chance to evacuate the

The Storyteller Series

The Technology Behind

This series poses and answers intriguing and curious TECHNOLOGY questions that children often ask. Each book takes one theme or topic and presents information via 13 engaging question-and-answer spreads. Information is highly visual and engaging, to assist understanding of sometimes quite complex concepts and processes.

The Teen Guide to Adulting: Gaining Financial Independence

School teaches young students many things such as mathematics, history, English, science, and foreign languages. What it doesn't prepare them for is the basic realities of ""adulting."" Suddenly they're thrust into a world where it's imperative to know about things like health insurance, job searching, and taxes. Using this comprehensive guide, readers will learn useful tips and strategies that will arm them with both the knowledge and confidence to transition more seamlessly from school life to

The Top Six Threats to Civilization

This set examines key threats to civilization and analyzes the obstacles we'll face as we battle to prevent them from becoming a reality. Each reader will gain a nuanced understanding of the most effective ways today's leaders and innovators are working to neutralize these threats, and a firm grasp of the challenges ahead.