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You find yourself in Alaska, a dangerous world of greedy men and savage dogs. Every moment, your life is at risk. Do you have what it takes to survive as Buck, the famous sled dog? Or will the freezing temperatures and rugged wilderness lead to your doom? Step into this adventure, and choose your path. But choose wisely, or else...

He is perhaps the most famous character and the greatest detective in the world - and he is you! You search for evidence. You follow the clues. You experience the danger. Do you have what it takes to solve three of the most puzzling Sherlock Holmes cases? Or will the villainous plots lead to your doom? Step into this adventure, and choose your path. But choose wisely, or else...

Wally Jackson wants to win a wresting match. Any match. But when he and his older sister, Wendi, run into a strange animal, Wally must decide: Should he help Wendi track the creature she believes is a werewolf? Or should he train for the big match? It is a monster of a decision, and it leads to a frightfully funny, action-packed sports adventure.

Can you believe that the first tennis balls didn''t bounce? Or that the world''s first basketball hoop was a peach crate? Get ready to learn the amazing stories behind inventions you use every day. From the Minnesota teen who invented water skis to the Missouri mechanic who came up with the idea of driving over cars with his monster pickup truck, you''ll find out how we got some of our favorite entertainment inventions.

Did you know that a scientist discovered X-rays by accident? Or that people have been taking pain medicine for more than 5,000 years? Get ready to learn the strange stories behind inventions you use every day. From the Roman warrior with a famous false hand to the Boy Scouts who made Band-Aids a big deal, you''ll find out how we got the medical wonders that help us heal faster and feel better.

Have you heard that businesses don''t hire anyone younger than sixteen? Good news: that''s not true! You can start working at some companies as soon as you turn fourteen. That''s two whole extra years in the working world! You can snag a position at a movie theater, a fast food joint, a theme park, and more! This book will show you the ins and outs of each job and give you the tips and tricks you need to get started.

Do you enjoy lending a helping hand to people in your community? What if you could combine your interest in serving others with earning money, even before you turn sixteen? Good news: You can start a business that offers a useful service—whether it''s walking your neighbors'' dogs, mowing lawns, or tutoring classmates. This book will show you the ins and outs of each job and give you the tips and tricks you need to get started.

Do you enjoy using your creativity to make something new? What if you could turn those skills into cash? Good news: You can go into business making and selling items that people want—from sports flags to fancy phone covers. This book will show you the ins and outs of each moneymaking venture and give you the tips and tricks you need to get started.

Do you want to do something exciting with your summer? What if you could earn money at the same time—even before you turn sixteen? Good news: You can get a summer job that''s thrilling and challenging—whether it''s working at a camp, helping out on a farm, or shining onstage. This book will show you the ins and outs of each job and give you the tips and tricks you need to get started.

Most of the oranges in the United States are grown in Florida. A machine called an extractor is used to squeeze the juice out of oranges. Explore the process of creating an everyday object or food from start to finish in Orange Juice, a How Do They Make That? book.

The bottom part of a shoe is called the sole. The sole is attached to the rest of the shoe using glue. Explore the process of creating an everyday object or food from start to finish in Shoes, a How Do They Make That? book.

Do-It-Yourself Experiments introduces readers to the scientific process. Clear, step-by-step instructions let readers explore the world of science through well-crafted, hands-on experiments. Colorful photos, informative illustrations, and easy-to-read text make the topics appealing and accessible to young readers.

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Can you believe that the first tennis balls didn''t bounce? Or that the world''s first basketball hoop was a peach crate? Get ready to learn the amazing stories behind inventions you use every day. From the Minnesota teen who invented water skis to the Missouri mechanic who came up with the idea of driving over cars with his monster pickup truck, you''ll find out how we got some of our favorite entertainment inventions.

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Did you know that a scientist discovered X-rays by accident? Or that people have been taking pain medicine for more than 5,000 years? Get ready to learn the strange stories behind inventions you use every day. From the Roman warrior with a famous false hand to the Boy Scouts who made Band-Aids a big deal, you''ll find out how we got the medical wonders that help us heal faster and feel better.

Can you believe that the first tennis balls didn''t bounce? Or that the world''s first basketball hoop was a peach crate? Get ready to learn the amazing stories behind inventions you use every day. From the Minnesota teen who invented water skis to the Missouri mechanic who came up with the idea of driving over cars with his monster pickup truck, you''ll find out how we got some of our favorite entertainment inventions.

Did you know that a scientist discovered X-rays by accident? Or that people have been taking pain medicine for more than 5,000 years? Get ready to learn the strange stories behind inventions you use every day. From the Roman warrior with a famous false hand to the Boy Scouts who made Band-Aids a big deal, you''ll find out how we got the medical wonders that help us heal faster and feel better.

You’re the main character. Your only goal: SURVIVE!It’s supposed to be a fun camping trip with your family. But when your sister and you get caught in a terrible thunderstorm, your relaxing vacation becomes an endless struggle to stay alive! Do you have what it takes to save your sister and yourself from unknown dangers? Or will your choices lead to a tragic ending? Put yourself in this adventure and find out!Test your survival skills with outcomes affected by your decisions.Discover dozens of possible endings to your adventure.Learn tips for staying safe in the Great Outdoors.Enjoy a wild story that puts you in control.

It''s supposed to be a fun camping trip with your family. But when your sister and you get caught in a terrible thunderstorm, your relaxing vacation becomes an endless struggle to stay alive! Do you have what it takes to save your sister and yourself from unknown dangers? Or will your choices lead to a tragic ending? Put yourself in this adventure and find out. Test your survival skills with outcomes affected by your decisions!

Fun and Learning Are in the Stars!

Stargazing is a fascinating hobby that parents and children can share. Introduce kids to 26 of the most interesting and well-known constellations through dot-to-dots and other creative activities designed by award-winning author Ryan Jacobson and illustrator Shane Nitzsche. Then head outside to find those characters in the night sky. Can you spot Orion’s belt and Scorpius’s tail?

Book Features

26 constellation dot-to-dotsMazes, word finds and many more great activitiesEasy-to-follow instructions for finding the constellationsThe mythology behind each constellationFlash cards to help learn the constellations by sight

Get the Constellations Activity Book, the perfect beginner’s guide to the stars!

It''s been called the most haunted state in America. Find out why! This incomparable collection features only the scariest, most surprising ghostly tales of the Badger State. From a house so haunted it was featured on national television to a road where a werewolf is said to reside, it''s all inside this book. Best of all, the 28 stories were written with a campfire in mind, so they''re perfect for sharing aloud.

It just might be the most haunted state in America. Find out why! This incomparable collection features only the scariest, most surprising ghostly tales of the Great Lake State. From a place so haunted it was featured on national television to a region where a monster is said to reside, it''s all inside this book. Best of all, the 27 stories were written with a campfire in mind, so they''re perfect for sharing aloud.

What college is Minnesota''s most legendary haunted place? How has a haunted hutch predicted several people''s deaths? Who received a letter written by a ghost? This incomparable collection features only the scariest, most surprising Minnesota ghost stories. From the author''s own ghostly encounter to a family terrorized by a fiendish toy, the book''s 21 tales are reportedly true! Best of all, they were written with a campfire in mind, so they''re perfect for sharing aloud.

It''s the trip of a lifetime, a dream come true. You and your sister are climbing to the summit of Mount Everest. But when you get caught in a terrible blizzard, you find yourself in an endless struggle to stay alive! Do you and your sister have what it takes to save yourselves from the mountain''s many dangers? Or will your choices lead to a tragic ending? Put yourself in this adventure and find out! Test your survival skills with outcomes affected by your decisions, and enjoy a thrilling story that puts you in control.

An Interactive Journey up the Food ChainAnimals are adorable, but they also have a wild side. Many hunt to survive—and must avoid being hunted. This kid-friendly introduction to nature’s predator-prey relationship spotlights several amazing examples. Wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela presents spectacular photos of real critters in their natural habitats, while author Ryan Jacobson explores their most interesting hunting and eating habits. How do snakes catch their meals?Why do mosquitoes feed on blood?Children learn about each animal and then get to guess, What Eats That? With every turn of the page, the predator becomes the prey as the answer is revealed! Stan and Ryan’s first book together won a Mom’s Choice Award. This follow-up is perfect for any child who loves animals or appreciates nature.

You’re the main character. Your only goal: SURVIVE!It’s supposed to be a fun camping trip with your family. But when your sister and you get caught in a terrible thunderstorm, your relaxing vacation becomes an endless struggle to stay alive! Do you have what it takes to save your sister and yourself from unknown dangers? Or will your choices lead to a tragic ending? Put yourself in this adventure and find out!Test your survival skills with outcomes affected by your decisions.Discover dozens of possible endings to your adventure.Learn tips for staying safe in the Great Outdoors.Enjoy a wild story that puts you in control.

Join Andrew on a magical stargazing adventure that celebrates imagination, courage, and the unique strengths within every child.Up Where the Stars Are earned an Excellence in Children’s and Young Adult Science Fiction Award from the American Library Association.Andrew Moore doesn’t walk, run, or talk like other children, but that has never stopped him from dreaming big. He loves to smile and laugh—and go on the most wonderful outings! During a night of stargazing, his imagination carries him into the stars, where he meets the princess Andromeda. When a fearsome sea monster captures her, Andrew joins Pegasus, the legendary flying horse, on a daring rescue through the constellations. Andrew isn’t as fast as Pisces, as powerful as Aries, or as brave as Perseus—but he discovers that he doesn’t need to be the strongest, fastest, or bravest hero to make a difference.Up Where the Stars Are is an uplifting picture book by award-winning author Ryan Jacobson and award-winning illustrator Michelle Hazelwood Hyde that celebrates courage, kindness, and the power of seeing the world through a child’s imagination.Book Highlights:Winner of an ALA Excellence in Children’s and Young Adult Science Fiction AwardSpotlight on nine constellations with easy-to-follow stargazing instructionsA celebration of inclusion, imagination, and self-confidenceMain character inspired by a boy with Angelman syndromeCreated with the assistance and support of the Angelman Syndrome Foundation

Read 27 chilling ghost stories about reportedly true encounters with the supernatural in Michigan.A heroic specter saves a dying man’s life. An April Fool’s joke reveals the presence of a dog-like monster. One place, so haunted that it’s been featured on national television. Michigan is among the most haunted states in America. This collection of ghost stories presents the creepiest, most surprising tales of the Great Lake State!Award-winning author Ryan Jacobson has always held a fascination for things that go bump in the night. The professional writer spent countless hours researching the region in search of the strangest and scariest run-ins with the unexplained.Horror fans and history buffs will delight in these 27 terrifying tales about haunted locations. They’re based on reportedly true accounts, proving that Michigan is the setting for some of the most compelling ghostly tales ever told. The short stories are ideal for quick reading, and they are sure to captivate anyone who enjoys a good scare. Share them with friends around a campfire, or try them alone at home—if you dare.

Read 28 chilling ghost stories about reportedly true encounters with the supernatural in Wisconsin.A place so haunted it was featured on national television, the spirits of long-dead gangsters and serial killers, and perhaps the most famous werewolf story in US history—Wisconsin is among the most haunted states in America. This collection of ghost stories presents the creepiest, most surprising tales of the Badger State!Award-winning author Ryan Jacobson has always held a fascination for things that go bump in the night. The professional writer spent countless hours researching the region in search of the strangest and scariest run-ins with the unexplained.Horror fans and history buffs will delight in these 28 terrifying tales about haunted locations. They’re based on reportedly true accounts, proving that Wisconsin is the setting for some of the most compelling ghostly tales ever told. The short stories are ideal for quick reading, and they are sure to captivate anyone who enjoys a good scare. Share them with friends around a campfire, or try them alone at home—if you dare.