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Nature is not always kind. Natural disasters like earthquakes and storms can wipe out cities. Entire cultures and their histories are at risk of being lost. When disaster strikes, conservators work to save cultural items to preserve culture for the...

Navigation instruments have changed over time. Lodestones, sunstones, and sextants helped early navigators find their way. Modern technology makes navigation more precise than it has ever been. But the roots of navigation still remain. Created in...

What happens after death? That was a big question for ancient Egyptians. They believed that a person needed his or her body in death as much as in life. So they did all they could to preserve and protect the body. For them, preparing for life after death...

Muddy Creek in Edgewater, Maryland is the site of a major makeover. The land around the stream has worn down. Find out what caused Muddy Creek to erode, and the many steps involved in saving it. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution,...

Amphibians can be found all over the world. There are more than 7,500 kinds of amphibians living in streams, rainforests, deserts, and everywhere in between. Many of them are in danger due to a deadly fungus, but help is on the way! Created in...

You've probably heard of lions and tigers. Perhaps you've seen them at the zoo. But have you heard of the clouded leopard? This shy member of the cat family is an endangered species. Their shyness makes studying them a challenge for zookeepers and...

Have you ever wondered where inventors get some of their ideas? This answer may surprise you: sometimes the inspiration comes from plants! Learn how some tiny plants have made a huge difference in the world. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian...

Imagine a city with no cars or streets and where people ride boats to get around. This place is Venice, Italy. Built on a lagoon, Venice is in trouble. The city is sinking, and engineers are racing to save it before it is too late. Learn about the...

This Spanish book teaches students about the causes of wildfires, how firefighters put them out, the differences between different types of fire, how to prevent wildfires, and the aftereffects of wildfires on both people and the environment. Created in...

Scientists are learning how to keep people dry in wet weather. They look to plants and animals for answers. They have learned that when it comes to staying dry, nature knows best! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this STEAM book...

To be a chef, you need to have a great palate, knife skills, and... science skills? It's true, cooking requires more "science" than you might think! Learn about the innovations and technology behind great cooking with this informative book. Created in...

Have you ever heard of a space farmer? Space farmers are astronauts who have received special training to learn how to grow plants in outer space. Learn about the challenge of farming in outer space with this high-interest STEAM book created in...

Bike riding is a lot of fun, but it can also be dangerous. Read about how people have made cycling safe over the years. Learn how bicycles have changed over time and how bike parts, equipment, and trails make cycling safer. Created in collaboration with...

A Rube Goldberg machine is designed to perform a simple task through a series of elaborate steps. These simple machines are named after Reuben "Rube" Goldberg, an American cartoonist, engineer, and inventor. Learn how these fun machines work and ignite a...

Colorful gems sparkle and shine. Where do these precious stones come from? Learn about gemology, the science and study of gems, with this Spanish book created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that...

Imagine getting ready for bed when the sun is still shining, or eating lunch when it's dark outside. How are such things possible? Learn how people in places such as Alaska, Norway, Iceland, Sweden, and Canada cope with days and days of sunlight and...

Most people use maps every day. But imagine a time when a map of a place didn't exist. Without a map, how would you get there? How would you know how to get around? Navigate through history as you learn the art, science, history, and importance of making...

What do toothpicks, dryer lint, plastic bottles, and soup cans have in common? They are all items that have been used to create art! Found art is a type of art that involves creating pieces from found objects that are not usually considered to be...

Take a virtual tour of the Smithsonian National Zoo's Small Mammal House with this high-interest STEAM book! Along the way, learn how zookeepers designed a habitat for the black-footed ferret, an animal once thought to be extinct. You'll also learn about...

Take a virtual tour of the National Museum of Natural History with this high-interest STEAM book! Along the way, learn about the challenges that museums face when designing fossil exhibits. You'll also learn how studying fossils helps scientists learn...

On a clear night, you should be able to see the stars. But we cannot always see them. Light pollution prevents us from seeing the stars and causes other problems as well. Learn about light pollution with this STEAM book that will ignite a curiosity about...

Snowflakes are one of nature's most fascinating wonders. Learn how snowflakes form with this fun STEAM book perfect for 1st grade students and early readers. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this STEAM book will ignite a...

Queen Elsa, Kristoff, and Olaf want to give Princess Anna the best birthday celebration ever! Based on the Disney Frozen animated short Frozen Fever, this Little Golden Book is perfect for boys and girls ages 2 to 5.

Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and are mapped to the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary and the national curriculum for England. Embark on an educational journey with this enriching country profile book tailored for primary students. This...

Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and are mapped to the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary and the national curriculum for England. Embark on an educational journey with this enriching country profile book tailored for primary students. This...

Learn all about life in the Stone Age. Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers! Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about life in the Stone Age, with this fact-filled non-fiction reader - carefully...

Learn all about life in the Stone Age. Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers! Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about life in the Stone Age, with this fact-filled non-fiction reader - carefully...

From the Amazon rainforest to the samba-filled streets of Rio de Janeiro, take an exciting adventure through Brazil. DK Super World: Brazil is part of the new DK Super World series for children aged 7-11 to explore the wonders of diverse cultures and...

From the Amazon rainforest to the samba-filled streets of Rio de Janeiro, take an exciting adventure through Brazil. DK Super World: Brazil is part of the new DK Super World series for children aged 7-11 to explore the wonders of diverse cultures and...

From Mount Fuji and hot springs to the bustling city of Tokyo, explore the wonders of Japan. DK Super World: Japan is part of the new DK Super World series for children aged 7-11 to explore the wonders of diverse cultures and landscapes across the globe...

Journey through the vast country of Canada to discover breathtaking landscapes, diverse cultures and rich history. DK Super World: Canada is part of the new DK Super World series for children aged 7-11 to explore the wonders of diverse cultures and...

Cindy-Lou Who has a lot to do to prepare for Whoville's Christmas Feast in this Step 1 reader! With a little help from the Grinch, Cindy-Lou chops, mixes, and dips in this rhymed story perfect for beginning readers who know their ABCs. Cindy-Lou Whohas a...

Cindy-Lou Who has a lot to do to prepare for Whoville's Christmas Feast in this Step 1 reader! With a little help from the Grinch, Cindy-Lou chops, mixes, and dips in this rhymed story perfect for beginning readers who know their ABCs. Cindy-Lou Whohas a...

From the director of the Captain Underpants movie and Turbo comes a heavily illustrated middle grade novel full of humor and heart that captures the rollercoaster ride of growing up with an invisible disability. For fans of Wink and Wonder! JJ Sugar was...

A New York Times bestseller! A confident little boy takes pride in his first day of kindergarten, by the Newbery Honor-winning author of Crown. The morning sun blares through your window like a million brass trumpets.It sits and shines behind your...

From the creator of Goodnight Goon, a laugh-out-loud friendship story that perfectly captures the high and low moments of a typical playdate! Pete couldn't be more thrilled when a monster shows up in his bedroom. Now Pete has someone to play with! And...

The heartwarming story of a boy, all the things he holds dear, and the song that inspires him when he needs it most Sometimes hearing a song gives you all the courage you need for a day. That's what happens to Pedrito after a hurricane howls through his...

Sometimes even a girl who likes to rely only on herself needs to be brave enough to ask for help. When a super-storm hits Addy's remote mountain town, knocking out the bridge and cutting her home off from the main road, she worries that she won't be able...

Magic, mystery, and monsters abound in this series opener about a girl with the rare magical ability to look like anyone she's ever seen. Now in paperback! In misty Shelwich, magic ebbs and flows with the tides, granting the citizens extraordinary...

A moving picture book about an anxious girl who can talk to birds but finds it hard to talk to people. When a new boy at school connects with trees the way she does with birds, they begin to form a friendship. Mira speaks to the birds. As a baby, she...