A giant statue of a lion with a human head sits in the Egyptian desert. Why is it there? Who is it guarding? No one knows for sure. Can you solve the mystery? Read More →

Prepare for a breath-taking journey around the world! Secret Squid's Wonders of the World is a search-and-find book exploring some of the most incredible man-made landmarks on the planet.… Read More →

This title in the series will play around with your ideas of perspective and space! Learn about hybrid illusions, ambigrams, and impossible shapes and structures, and make your own versions… Read More →

Tales about ghost ships have been told for centuries around the world. Explore the truth behind the stories in this fascinating book—but beware: discover at your own risk! Read More →

You might think anchovies and fruitcake are pretty weird foods. But wait until you hear about durian, a huge, spiky fruit that smells like gym socks. Or salmiakki, the licorice with a salty,… Read More →

In Structures Up Close, young readers view a portion of a well-known structure or building. Readers learn what makes the structure unique and interesting. Read More →

The Mary Celeste was found drifting in the ocean. The ship was full of food and cargo, but the crew had disappeared. They were never seen again. What happened? Why did the crew leave the ship Read More →

The Stanley Hotel in Colorado has a long history. Guests say they hear strange noises and see spooky things. Some people say the hotel is haunted by ghosts. No one knows for sure. Can you… Read More →

In 1971 a man hijacked a plane and demanded parachutes and money. Then he jumped out of the plane and was never seen again. Discover the strange, unexplained story of D. B. Cooper. Read More →

How does a tree become a baseball bat? First, a tree is cut into logs. Then logs are cut and shaped. Next a machine carves them. Then the bat is sanded. Follow the process step by step. Read More →

How does a butterfly grow? It starts with a mother butterfly laying eggs. Next the eggs hatch. A caterpillar eats and grows. Then it sheds its skin. See what happens step by step in a… Read More →

How does hot wax become a colorful crayon? First wax is melted. Then a worker adds color. Next the wax is shaped. Soon the wax hardens. Discover all the steps in the process of making a crayon. Read More →

How does a piece of leather become a football? Readers discover the process step by step with clear text and photos demonstrating each part of the process. Read More →

How does a swimming tadpole become a hopping frog? A tiny tadpole leaves its egg. It swims and eats. Its tail gets longer. Soon back legs grow. Then front legs grow. Follow the frog's life… Read More →

Engaging photos offer a close-up look at how a tiny egg becomes the recognizable ladybug. Discover each step in the ladybug's lifecycle. Read More →

How does a seed turn into a tasty apple? The seed spouts. The tree grows. Then the tree flowers. Next small apples grow. The apples ripen. Watch how apples grow step by step. Read More →

How does a tiny acorn become a mighty oak tree? Readers discover the sequence of an oak tree's life cycle with step-by-step photos and clear text. Read More →

From a budding bulb to a sure sign of spring, there are many steps in the life cycle of a tulip. Close-up photos and straightforward text help readers discover the process. Read More →

Through colorful photos and simple text, follow the delicious journey from golden wheat fields to fresh-baked bread loaf. Read More →

How does a cocoa bean become a delicious chocolate bar? Cocoa beans ripen. Workers open the pods. Next the sun dries the beans. The beans are roasted. Find out what step happens next in the… Read More →