From learning how tractors are made to cooling off in the ice cream capital of the world, there's lots to see and do in Iowa! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Iowa special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning.

Join Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, and all their friends as you search for hidden things in 7 busy scenes! Then flip to the end of the book for even more Look and Find challenges. Learning concepts include counting, rhyming, shapes, and more!

Every day is magical for Ariel, Belle, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Aurora, Tiana, Snow White, and Merida! Search for hidden surprises in 8 busy scenes, then turn to the back of the book for even more Look and Find challenges.

Do you think hoglets or porcupettes are cuter? Learn more about these spiky babies and cast your vote! In this title, young readers will dive into simple sentences about the body parts and behaviors of baby hedgehogs and baby porcupines. Colorful photos with clear labels support the leveled text. The book concludes with a compare-and-contrast summary.

Change how you see our world with this book of mind-blowing and beautiful maps for children.

Curiosity meets cartography in this brilliant book of maps for children aged 9-12, showcasing different countries and habitats from around the world.

From the Roman Empire to medieval sea monsters to shipwrecks, Maptastic! showcases the craziest, most mind-blowing, and most spectacular maps you've ever seen. Children can explore ingenious and detailed maps that turn data into captivating visual stories.

This map book for kids offers:

• A collection of diverse maps from all over the world that show children unique and fresh perspectives on each place.
• Diagrams and annotations on each map to break down different concepts and topics.
• An educational and entertaining book that sparks curiosity in geography, history, and data science.

Where do swallows go for winter? What's under Antarctica's ice? Where on Earth would you find the most money, the deadliest animals, the strangest place names, or the best place to see a tornado or a volcano?

Delve into the wonders of science with maps on geology, climate, astronomy, and nature, and find out how the world's worst maps led to some of the greatest discoveries of history. This map book is perfect for trivia lovers and map geeks of all ages.

What’s behind the eerie St Elmo’s Fire phenomenon? 
What was the mysterious explosion that tore through a Siberian forest in the early 1900s? 
And can fish and frogs really rain from the sky?

Travel around the globe and even into space with this dazzling natural history book, discovering the stories of nature’s rarest events and best-kept secrets.

From strange marvels of the night sky to the world’s weirdest weather events; from the most peculiar plants to rare and elusive animals; this book gathers together a jaw-dropping collection of natural wonders. Eclipses, ball lightning, pizzly bears . . . each stunningly illustrated spread explores a different phenomenon, including those that have baffled scientists through the centuries. 

Presented in five chapters – Amazing Space, Peculiar Plants, Unusual Animals, Weird Weather and Unique Wild Places – this is a celebration of nature at its quirkiest and most wonderful. Written by best-selling author Emily Hawkins and brought to life in glorious detail by illustrator Vlad Stankovic, this spectacular collection is the perfect title to gift, share and treasure for years to come.

A beautifully illustrated overview of the history of languages around the world, filled with maps, sidebars, and unusual facts that will satisfy curious kids



Where did the word "banana" originate? What is the world's most secret language? Which word is universally understood?



This book answers all these questions and more, taking the reader on a journey across the globe to explore the complexity, beauty, and variety of languages. It includes:

• Fun facts and language trivia
• Beautifully illustrated maps to pore
• Intricate language family trees that show how different languages have grown and connected over time
• Eye-catching infographics

"PAWSSIBLY the sweetest books on the shelf!"

-- Ben Clanton, bestselling author of the Narwhal and Jelly series

Follow the antics of Squash and Ginny in the sixth installment of Cat & Cat Adventures from popular webcomic creator Susie Yi! This chapter book graphic novel series is perfect for fans of Catstronauts, Babymouse, and Catwad.

Into the belly of the beast! After recovering the orbs of the Past and Present, Squash, Ginny, and the rest of the crew head to the zoo to secure the Orb of the Future from their greatest enemy yet: the Owl King. But their mission will be no easy feat. After all, the Owl King holds the Orb of the Future, which means he knows their next move even before they do. Their best plan of attack: to have no plan at all!

Armed with nothing but their wits (and some snacks, of course) the Spirit Squad must find a way to rescue the third orb and restore the Staff of Knowledge. If not, the Spirit Realm, Human World, and the future of snacking all hang in the balance!

A vividly rendered graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the California Wildfires, 2018, with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Cassie Anderson.

All across California, deadly wildfires rage . . .

Still reeling from the life-changing challenges that propelled him and his mother across the country, Josh finds solace in the California wilderness and in the newfound friendship with his cousin Holly.

But on a trip into the nearby forest, Josh and Holly suddenly find themselves in the middle of a frighteningly powerful firestorm, one which threatens to burn down everything in its path. Josh needs to confront the family issues burning him up inside, but first he'll have to survive the flames roaring all around him.

Lauren Tarshis's New York Times bestselling I SURVIVED series blazes to life in this graphic novel edition. Perfect for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing fans of the I Survived chapter book series, these graphic novels combine historical facts with high-action storytelling that's sure to keep readers turning the pages. Includes a nonfiction section at the back with facts and photos about the real-life event.

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • THE SECOND BOOK IN THE LANDMARK NEW FANTASY SERIES THAT BEGAN WITH IMPOSSIBLE CREATURES

“Rundell is back with a sequel . . . which offers magical thrills for young readers and adults alike.”—The New York Times

Return to the magic of the Archipelago in the dazzling sequel to the runaway, smash hit Impossible Creatures, hailed as “an instant classic” (Katherine Applegate, Newbery Medal Winner for The One and Only Ivan)!

*This spectacular book features foil and embossing on the jacket, full-color designed endpapers, and brilliant stained edges*

Christopher Forrester woke to find a dragon chewing on his face—and his heart leapt for joy! He’d been dreaming of going back to the Archipelago, the secret cluster of islands where all the creatures of myth still live, and here was his summons.

But there is a poison spreading in the Archipelago. Rooting it out will involve a daring rescue mission on the back of a sphinx, a stealthy entrance to a dragon’s lair, and a death-defying plan to save a prisoner held in the heart of a castle. At the center of this storm is Anya: a small girl with a flock of birds at her side, a new-hatched chick in her pocket, and a ravenous hunger for justice.

Katherine Rundell’s second thrilling installment in the Impossible Creatures series involves castles, dragons, and revenge—the things of which great stories are made. The splendors within are brought to life with fifty illustrations, including a map and a bestiary of magical creatures.

A GOOD HOUSEKEEPING KIDS' BOOK AWARD • A WALL STREET JOURNAL BEST CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR