Before Seattle was Seattle, before the ships came, a band of Coast Salish people lived on the shores of a small bay at the edge of Puget Sound. They called themselves the Shilshoe.Quiet Jay tends the clam garden. He counts, he measures, he records his observations on cedar bark in a system no one else can read. His best friend, Black Fox, has bigger ambitions — trade alliances, political maneuvering, a future that extends far beyond their muddy bay. When Black Fox's secret negotiat...

Before Seattle was Seattle, before the ships came, a band of Coast Salish people lived on the shores of a small bay at the edge of Puget Sound. They called themselves the Shilshoe.Quiet Jay tends the clam garden. He counts, he measures, he records his observations on cedar bark in a system no one else can read. His best friend, Black Fox, has bigger ambitions — trade alliances, political maneuvering, a future that extends far beyond their muddy bay. When Black Fox's secret negotiat...

Wow! How did that happen? Amaze your friends with these terrific tricks. Try the illusions provided, then all those in the book. You’ll soon be a Master Magician! * Learn conjuring secrets. * What to do and what to say. * Includes tricks with everyday items.

Funny comic strips combine with facts to help children engage with the science of sound and light.Packed with comic strips, fun facts, and easy-to-understand diagrams, this book makes learning about the science of sound and light, both educational and entertaining. Meet funny characters who explain how light travels, what reflections are, how pitch and tone relate to sound waves and more.Perfect for children aged 7 plus, the Science Toons series tu...

Funny comic strips combine with facts to help children engage with the science of forces and motion.Packed with comic strips, fun facts, and easy-to-understand diagrams, this book makes learning about the science of forces and motion, both educational and entertaining. Meet funny characters who explain what forces are, how gravity works and more.Perfect for children aged 7 plus, the Science Toons series turns science into an adventure with colourfu...

Pro wrestling matches are full of flamboyant entrances, raucous speeches, and punishing finishing moves. Read about some of the most thrilling moments in wrestling history and cheer on your favorite fighters to victory.

Pro wrestling stars such as Hulk Hogan, John Cena, and Becky Lynch have entertained fans for generations. Explore their signature moves and relive their careers as they stomp, punch, and body-slam their way to victory.

A desert tomb had been sealed for thousands of years. The first explorers to see inside found extraordinary golden treasures, the mummy of a young pharaoh, and an early death! At least that is the story of King Tut’s curse. There are many more stories of cursed mummies and other preserved bodies from all over the world. But is any of it true? Read all about these spooky tales and learn how to think differently about curses to explain what was really going on.

The judges of Salem, Massachusetts, said Giles Corey was a witch and must be put to death by the sheriff. Before he died, Corey cursed all the sheriffs of Salem to an early death. That curse only seemed to end once the sheriff’s office was moved to another town. Many other locations around the world are said to be cursed. Learn the histories behind these stories, and why people believe in curses.

Pro wrestling always thrills fans, but when two rivals enter the ring, the excitement soars to another level. Discover the biggest rivalries in wrestling and the insults, knockouts, and submission holds that led to them.

An incredible blue diamond was said to have been stolen from a goddess. Through the centuries, people who owned the gem seemed to suffer terrible luck. A king even lost his entire kingdom! That is the story of the Hope Diamond curse. There are many more stories of cursed gems and other objects from all over the world. Read about these eerie tales and learn the truths behind them.

How are a T. Rex and an elephant similar? Readers will find out in this fascinating book with easy reading text and photorealistic images that help bring this prehistoric beast to life.