Do you LOVE your birthday and never want it to end? Keep the party spirit pumping all year with this mind-boggling book!Did you know that on each birthday, you are 31,536,000 seconds older than you were on your last birthday?
Leonardo is truly a terrible monster--terrible at "being a monster." Despite his best efforts, he can't seem to frighten anyone, but when he discovers the perfect nervous little boy, can he finally be scary? Full color.
"Inspired by the famous song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," a new holiday tradition is here: the twelve days of princess! Countdown to Christmas with Tiana, Rapunzel, Merida, Cinderella, Belle, Aurora, Snow White, and Ariel. Each day brings a new magical gift, like two glass slippers or seven singing dwarfs, from one of your favorite Disney Princesses to help get you into the holiday spirit"--
This dramatic conclusion to Leakey's "Trimates" will inspire the next generation of scientists and conservationists as they meet Dian Fossey, who studied and protected her beloved gorillas from poachers and other threats until her murder in 1985.
Inspired by Disney and Pixar''s film Luca, this story reminds us that with encouragement and some help from good friends, everyoneΓÇöeven sea monstersΓÇöcan learn to believe in themselves. Includes two surprise fold-out pages! Alberto Scorfano thinks he''s pretty wise for his fourteen years. And if there''s one thing he''s an expert in, it is getting rid of Brunos. Who is Bruno? He is the voice in your head telling you: "No! You can''t do it! You''ll never make it!" Bruno is sneaky, annoying, and rude, but don''t worryΓÇöAlberto is here to help you and his friends send Bruno to the bottom of the sea. Perfect for graduation gifts, bedtime reading, or for anyone who needs a little extra encouragement! Add to your collection with best-selling fan favorites: Luca Read-Along Storybook and CDToy Story 4: Forky in Craft Buddy DayIncredibles 2: Sweet Dreams, Jack-JackCoco: Miguel and the Grand HarmonyFinding Dory: Three Little Words
"Learn about where pandas live, what they like to eat, and how you can help them"--
"In this book filled with 300 wacky facts and pictures, you'll glimpse the ocean's weirdest wildlife, uncover shocking shipwrecks, and meet sensational seafarers, from pirates and sailors to ground-breaking marine scientists t for ocean enthusiasts and trivia-loving landlubbers alike!"--Provided by publisher.
Hitler's rise -- Resisting the regime -- Valkyrie -- Hitler's revenge -- The ghost children -- Hitler's demise -- A traumatic shadow -- Timeline -- The Borntal's Sippenhaft families.
Perfect for little hands, this adorable chunky board book set introduces little ones to all things springtime: hopping bunnies, hatching eggs, and blooming flowers! Delightful illustrations accompany simple text to help little ones to connect to the animal themes for every day of the year. Perfect for gift-giving, these 3 chunky board books provide endless, on-the-go fun! Complete your board book collection with best-selling, fan-favorites:Disney Baby Love, Hugs, Hearts chunky board book setDisney Baby My First ChristmasDisney Baby Look at Me!Disney Baby 100 First Words Lift-the-FlapDisney Baby ColorsDisney Baby AnimalsDisney Baby I Love You This MuchDisney Bunnies Thumper''s Fluffy Tail1 Grumpy Bruce: A Counting Board BookPeek-A-Bruce Board Book And much more!
A thrilling novelization that will take readers inside the story of the upcoming Walt Disney Studios'' live action Cruella film. DE VIL BY DESIGN... Estella is a clever and creative grifter determined to make a name for herself with her designs amid the 1970s London punk rock revolution. As a girl, Estella befriended a pair of young thieves with an appetite for mischief, and together the trio has been able to build a life for themselves on the London streets. But Estella longs for more than an existence built on stealing to make ends meet. One day, Estella''s flair for fashion catches the eye of the Baroness Von Hellman, a design legend who is devastatingly chic and terrifyingly haute. But their relationship sets in motion a course of events and revelations that will cause Estella to embrace her wicked side and become the raucous, fashionable, and revenge-bent Cruella.
The whole world loves panda bears. Everyone loves to watch them play, climb, cuddle, and chew. But careful, they can scratch too—just look at that tree! Pandas live in wild places very far away, and they are the STAR ATTRACTIONS of every zoo that keeps them safe and well, all over the world.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.
To unravel any mystery, find the knot.When Delphine, a young orphaned dressmaker mouse living in the walls of Cinderella''s château, stumbles upon an enormous secret, it upends everything she thought she knew: The magical tailor mice of legend really existed. Racing to stay ahead of King Midnight, the fearsome leader of the rats who is bent on harnessing age-old magic, Delphine embarks on an epic quest to uncover the truth about the past. Joined by Alexander, the most pompous noblemouse in the royal court, she travels a perilous route, encountering strange enemies and unlikely allies along the way.Can Delphine uncover the truth and save the kingdom? Or will the evil King Midnight succeed in harnessing the power of the tailor mice?This action-packed novel is sure to be a hit with readers who like magic, adventure, and very tiny heroes with very big hearts.
They made us the villains...Mary Elizabeth Heart is a high school senior by day, but by night she's an intern at the Monarch City police department. She watches with envy from behind a desk as detectives come and go, trying to contain the city's growing crime rate. For years, tension has simmered between the city's wealthy elite and the residents of the decaying neighborhood called the Scar--once upon a time the epicenter of all things magic. When the daughter of one of the city's most powerful businessmen goes missing, Mary Elizabeth is thrilled that the police chief actually puts her on the case. But she soon discovers that one missing person is only the beginning of a larger, more sinister mystery. As the truth circles closer to home, Mary finds herself caught in the fight between those who once had magic, and those who will do anything to bring it back--even if it means creating a few monsters. Disney's Villains meet a dark world in this gritty fairy tale-inspired crime series that reimagines the origins of Maleficent, Ursula, Captain Hook, and other infamous Disney Villains like you've never seen before.
This coming-of-age memoir, set during the Iranian Revolution, tells the true story of a young girl who moves to Tehran from the U.S. and has to adjust to living in a new country, learning a new language, and starting a new school during one of the most turbulent periods in Iran's history.When five-year-old Nioucha Homayoonfar moves from the U.S. to Iran in 1976, its open society means a life with dancing, women's rights, and other freedoms. But soon the revolution erupts and the rules of life in Iran change. Religion classes become mandatory. Nioucha has to cover her head and wear robes. Opinions at school are not welcome. Her cousin is captured and tortured after he is caught trying to leave the country. And yet, in the midst of so much change and challenge, Nioucha is still just a girl who wants to play with her friends, please her parents, listen to pop music, and, eventually, have a boyfriend. Will she ever get used to this new culture? Can she break the rules without consequences? Nioucha's story sheds light on the timely conversation about religious, political, and social freedom, publishing in time for the 40th anniversary of the Iranian Revolution.
"A kid-friendly exploration of how math and statistics are used in baseball"--
"This lush, high-stakes, adventure tale has it all—a rollicking plot, a sweet slow burn of a romance, and a heroine on an epic journey filled with ciphers, curses, and twists that kept me guessing at every turn. A delightful read from start to finish, Curse of the Specter Queen is one of my new favorites." – Alyson Noël, #1 NYT bestselling author of The Immortals MAY THE HAZEL BRING YOU WISDOM AND THE ASPEN GUIDE AND PROTECT YOU... Samantha Knox put away her childish fantasies of archaeological adventure the day her father didn''t return home from the Great War, retreating to the safety of the antique bookshop where she works. But when a mysterious package arrives with a damaged diary inside, Sam''s peaceful life is obliterated. Ruthless men intent on reclaiming the diary are after Sam, setting her and her best friend, along with her childhood crush, on a high-stakes adventure that lands them in the green hills outside Dublin, Ireland. Here they discover an ancient order with a dark purpose - to perform an occult ritual that will raise the Specter Queen, the Celtic goddess of vengeance and death, and bring about a war unlike any the world has ever seen. To stop them, Sam must solve a deviously complex cipher - one that will lead her on a treasure hunt to discover the ancient relic at the heart of the ritual: a bowl carved from the tree of life. Will she find the bowl and stop the curse of the Specter Queen, or will the ancient order bring about the end of the world? Indiana Jones gets a refresh with this female-driven mystery adventure, set in the 1920s, full of ciphers, ancient relics, and heart-stopping action - the first in a brand-new series!
Bernie and Jarvis dive into one mind-blowing marine mission in this action-packed sequel to The Mouse Watch! Perfect for fans of Spy School!You''ve heard of the Rescue Rangers. Now meet the Mouse Watch.Six months after being recruited to the Mouse Watch, brave mouse Bernie and shy rat Jarvis are now officially Level One agents and are getting along like cheese and crackers! They''ve already completed their first successful mission, and now itΓÇÖs now back to basic training with the goal of moving up the ranks in the Mouse Watch.But more pressing matters are at hand (or rather, at paw). A mysterious radio transmission reveals that the S.S. Moon, a long-lost spy vessel, may still lie hidden under the sea. Legend has it that on board the ship is an energy source called the Milk Saucer that could saveΓÇöor destroyΓÇöthe planet. The Mouse Watch must get to it before it falls into the claws of their evil nemesis, R.A.T.S! Bernie and Jarvis suit upΓÇöin scuba suits, this timeΓÇöfor a deep-sea mission on a submarine the size of a shark snack. As they come whisker-to-whisker with hungry sea creatures, a mercenary mouse pirate, the underwater city of Catlantis, and nefarious nemeses at every turn, the pair will have to use every ounce of their bravery and ingenuity to find the Milk Saucer firstΓÇöand save the world.
A deluxe 224-page gift book celebrating the history and achievements of ABC News. Filled with photos of famous faces, newsworthy events, and spotlights on key on-air personalities, this beautiful coffee table book commemorates 75 years of ABC News excellence.
Some have enormous teeth, others the deadly skill to catch their prey without making a sound! National Geographic Kidsbrings readers some of their favorite deadly and carnivorous animals in one convenient package with National Geographic Readers: Predators Collection. Howling wolves, chomping sharks, sneaky spiders, and toothy tigers all have the need to feed, and have developed amazing ways to catch their prey. Fascinating animal information is accompanied by wonderful photographs to ensure that kids'' natural curiosity is both satisfied AND inspired.
Discover what happens in a pond''s ecosystem in this delightful pre-reader.Take a look in a pond. What do you see? Young readers will learn all about ponds around the world and the animals that call them home in this fun Pre-reader. Through text features such as the vocabulary tree and the wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to new words and concepts, while helping them expand their understanding of the world.
Meet the world''s most adorable animals and learn fun stuff about them in this aww-some first book in a brand-new series from National Geographic Kids.Whether you like mammals, aquatic creatures, insects, birds, amphibians, or reptiles, this browsable book contains kids'' favorite animals that would ALL be contenders for the grand prize in a cute competition. Big photos pair with upbeat descriptions that highlight each critter''s crazy cool skills and unique behaviors. This adorable book showcases popular animals such as hedgehogs and pandas as well as unusual species such as tapirs, kakapos, and pangolins. Special features include a head-to-head cute-off, sure to keep readers amused and informed. Perfect for curious tweens, animal lovers, and future veterinarians alike.
Through stunning images and lyrical text, this beautiful collection celebrates the ocean and the amazing animal and plant life found in its waters, the role the ocean plays on Earth, and the importance of conservation.Open this charming read-aloud book and you''ll find amazing animal profiles, whimsical poetry, stunning photography, plus fascinating information about the wondrous creatures that call the ocean home. Starting with the seashore and journeying through the ocean''s zones, readers will discover mangrove forests, coral reefs, and the deepest ocean depths. On this journey they will discover some of the extraordinary animals that live on shore and under the sea. Along the way, readers will enjoy poems, stories, fun facts, photo galleries, and more. Highlights include a foreword from explorer and renowned photojournalist Brian Skerry; an interview with National Geographic Explorer and marine conservationist Jess Cramp; a poem by former children''s poet laureate J. Patrick Lewis; the work of Explorer-in-Residence and ocean ecologist Enric Sala; and an afterword by renowned ocean conservationist Sylvia Earle. This keepsake treasure is sure to wow readers while also serving as an important reminder to protect this precious and wonderful resource.
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