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Even in an unhealthy economy, there are certain fields that continue to grow and thrive. Two of these are hair care and makeup. This guide for landing a job in hair care and makeup provides incredible tips on navigating the competitive job market...

People are becoming more interested in food and the culinary arts, as popularized in television shows like Top Chef and Chopped, and by celebrity chefs like Gordon Ramsey. This means an increase in jobs and growth in the food industry. This guide for...

Discover the many exciting ways that we could travel to space, now and in the future, with this colorful fact file for budding astronauts and space tourists. Space travel has never been so accessible, with NASA even aiming to land humans on Mars in the...

Honey bees are among the world's most important insects. They help pollinate many of the crops we depend on for food. Without them, the global food supply would be in great danger.In 1998, beekeepers in Europe made a shocking discovery--almost all of the...

Take kids on a road trip around America without leaving your kitchen. Did you know that Baked Alaska is not from Alaska? This recipe was created in Louisiana. The first Twinkie was made in Illinois, and Virginia was the first state to grow peanuts...

We're mighty fuel--ready to power the world! From lightbulbs and stoves to cars and planes, many things around us need fuel to work. Where does that fuel come from?Follow oil on its journey from the time of the dinosaurs to the bottom of the ocean...

Looking to satisfy a midday craving? Think mini! Make bitty bean tacos using corn chips. Prepare a batch of teensy chocolate-dipped granola bars. Then munch your bite-sized creations. Easy instructions and step photos will help you become a miniature...

Learn to make delicious foods inspired by the amazing world of Pokémon! Explore culinary delights from across the Pokémon universe in this official cookbook. Featuring favorite flavors from every region, dive into dishes that celebrate the world of...

Get crafty with super fun sewing projects for kids ages 6 to 9!From an adorable Needle House to an awesome Pizza Pencil Case, there are so many things that can be sewn with just a needle and thread. Packed with beginner techniques for both hand sewing...

Switch on your metal detector, grab your compass, and follow the clues. It's time for YOU to do some treasure hunting of your own! Because X marks the spot . . . or does it? Perfect for fans of Atlas Obscura Explorer's Guide for the World's Most...

From poop-eating pups to supersmooth spy snakes, get a glimpse of our pets' amazing secret lives with this funny and fact-filled exposé! Butt-sniffing dogs. Terrified tarantulas. Canaries with invisible force fields? Yep--it turns out our pets experience...

★ "Rae provides all the information readers want to know [and] skillfully broaches the topic of anti-vaccination...An engaging and informative nonfiction text with all the facts about vaccinations. A must-have for middle school libraries." --...

This stunningly illustrated picture book is jam-packed with fascinating information and a galactic glossary that will inspire budding astronauts to shoot for the stars! From sounding out big words--like "propulsion," "meteorite," and even...

The Life-Changing Magic of Baking is a beginner's guide to baking, with secrets from social media sensation and award-winning baker, Joy Wilson Learn how Joy Wilson, also known as Joy the Baker, grew up watching her parents bake, and later took chocolate...

Explore bridges around the world--and how they unite us--in this gorgeously illustrated nonfiction picture book Bridges can be high or low, long or short, straight or curvy. Some are designed to blend in, while others stand out. But each one tells a...

A 2023 National Science Teachers Association Best STEM Book Suspend your disbelief with Science Comics: Bridges, a new volume of First Second's STEM graphic novel series! Follow Bea, Archie, Trudy, and Spencer (otherwise known as the BATS!) as they...

What are vegetables, anyway? Give kids the 411 on veggies with this richly illustrated introduction to produce! Peppers, beans, corn, and peas! Nonfiction superstar Gail Gibbons lays out the basics of veggies with colorful watercolors and...

A fire truck zooms down the street with its lights flashing and sirens blaring. Going to a fire can be one part of a fire truck's day. But that's not all! How do firefighters keep the trucks in tip-top shape? How do the truck's parts work at a fire...

Grow mighty ingredients, then transform them into delicious, plant-powered feasts with this sustainable cookbook.A visual feast for 7-9 year olds, From Plant to Plate is the perfect book to inspire kids to get growing, get cooking, and get plant-powered...

This editions does not include bricks. Build in some time for bite-size fun with the whole family! With 50 ideas for LEGO(R) Minecraft-themed games, puzzles, and challenges, there is something to keep everyone entertained. Grab this book and your LEGO...