Explore rocks and minerals with the bestselling Magnificent Book of series. Stunning illustrations, fun facts, and a detailed map bring the subject to life for readers 8-12.Delve beneath the earth’s surface to discover the wonders that hide there, from glittering minerals to stunning patterned rocks.See the watermelon colors of tourmaline, the shimmering glow of beryl, and the radiant beauty of amethyst. Each rock and mineral is depicted in stunning and acc...

This beautifully illustrated series will have you captivated. Stunning illustrations, intriguing facts, and a large format make an engaging reference to revisit time and again.From stocky Shetland ponies and gentle Welsh cobs to energetic Arabian horses and muscular destriers, dozens of horse breeds are depicted in beautiful full-color illustrations. Accompanied by a selection of intriguing facts about each horse, this is a wonderful reference young equestrians wil...

When energetic Isla stays with Grandma at the lake house in the woods, her natural curiosity finds her following a monarch butterfly. One day at a time, she discovers the secret life of the monarch from the larval stage and into adulthood.Young and old readers alike will delight in this book's beautiful illustrations, and learn valuable lessons about the importance of wildlife preservation along the way.

If your child has ever asked, "But how will Santa get in?"—this magical Christmas picture book holds the answer, offering comfort, wonder, and a new holiday tradition.When a young boy realizes his new house has no chimney, Christmas Eve brings more questions than excitement. But everything changes when he finds a mysterious key—unlocking a secret that keeps the magic of Christmas alive.Santa's Magic Key is a cozy, beautifully illustrated holiday st...

What if elephants were as small as dogs? What if frogs were protected by armor? In prehistoric times, they were! In fact, other than a few unique changes, lots of prehistoric beasts looked similar to modern animals that live on Earth. Hedgehogs had long tails and no quills, some birds laid eggs the size of footballs, and dragonflies could eat reptiles and amphibians! If these extinct beasts came to life, they might look familiar—but you wouldn't want to get in their way! Read this book to ...

Did you know that dinosaurs weren't the only prehistoric beasts on Earth? Even before the time when dinosaurs lived, there were many other incredible creatures, and some were even bigger and more terrifying than T. rex. Entelodonts had strong jaws designed to crush bones. Quetzalcoatlus was the largest ever flying creature—about the size of a fighter jet! And Dimetrodons were the first animals to have notched teeth for slicing through flesh. What would happen if ...

Look closely at the ten most amazing insects and spiders that buzz, dart, and hang out all over the world. Beware of those bites and stings as you encounter:● a hornet that will chase humans● a louse that lives on a fish's tongue● a centipede that will fight snakesCome face to face with these extreme animals and learn their secrets!

Dive down to the watery depths and encounter the ten strangest creatures living in the oceans. You'll discover:● a fish with an angling light● a snail that harpoons its prey● a squid with eyes bigger than a human headCome face to face with these extreme animals and learn their secrets!

The ocean is filled with giant, strange, and scary creatures such as whales, octopuses, and sharks—but the prehistoric megalodon was powerful enough to crush a killer whale. Other sea beasts of the past could hold their own against even the most mysterious of modern sea creatures. Sea scorpions had claws the size of tennis rackets. Tanystropheus used its long neck to catch fish from land. And Leedsichthys had as many as 40,000 teeth! What would happen if these extinct bea...

Gorillas can be pretty big, but just wait until you see Gigantopithecus. This huge ape lived 9 million years ago and was three times as heavy and two times as tall as a modern gorilla. There were lots of other prehistoric giants, too. Giant camels lived in the United States and even in the Arctic. Another beast was Stupendemys—a turtle so large that a car could fit on its shell! What would happen if these giant beasts came to life? Imagine prehistoric giants walking the s...

Track down the ten most awe-inspiring animals in the rain forests of the world. Step away from those jaws, claws, and muscles, because here you'll find:● the largest snake in the world● blood-sucking vampires● an eel that kills its prey with electric shocksCome face to face with these extreme animals and learn their secrets!

Discover the ten most bizarre snakes, lizards, and other reptiles on the planet. Many lived at the time of the dinosaurs. Could this explain their grotesque features? Check out:● blood-squirting lizards● monster crocodiles● the deadliest snakeCome face to face with these extreme animals and learn their secrets!