Ages 13 to 14

Since ancient times, fishermen have spun tales of giant sea monsters, tentacled beasts that capsized ships and drowned countless sailors. Most of these mythical creatures are now known to have been based on real animals, such as giant squid and octopuses...

Near-death experiences (NDEs) are medically inexplicable mysteries that can affect anyone. Happening when a person is unconscious, comatose, or clinically dead, NDEs puzzle doctors and scientists with their intensely realistic features. Although no two...

Near-death experiences (NDEs) are medically inexplicable mysteries that can affect anyone. Happening when a person is unconscious, comatose, or clinically dead, NDEs puzzle doctors and scientists with their intensely realistic features. Although no two...

It dwells in a dark lake in the Scottish Highlands--so says the legend of the Loch Ness Monster. For thousands of years, people have told stories of "Nessie," the giant water creature with a long neck and flippers. But is it real or a hoax? Scientists...

It dwells in a dark lake in the Scottish Highlands--so says the legend of the Loch Ness Monster. For thousands of years, people have told stories of "Nessie," the giant water creature with a long neck and flippers. But is it real or a hoax? Scientists...

Best known from the fuzzy 1967 Patterson film, Bigfoot (Sasquatch) is a large apelike creature that allegedly roams the Pacific Northwest. Variations are said to exist around the world, including the yeti and yowie. But is this creature real or a hoax?...

Best known from the fuzzy 1967 Patterson film, Bigfoot (Sasquatch) is a large apelike creature that allegedly roams the Pacific Northwest. Variations are said to exist around the world, including the yeti and yowie. But is this creature real or a hoax?...

According to the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, Atlantis was a utopian island city and kingdom that was destroyed by a flood more than 11,000 years ago. But was it real or just a story? Scientists and historians seeking the truth debate conspiracy...

According to the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, Atlantis was a utopian island city and kingdom that was destroyed by a flood more than 11,000 years ago. But was it real or just a story? Scientists and historians seeking the truth debate conspiracy...

Area 51, in the desert outside Las Vegas, Nevada, is a place so mysterious that for years the U.S. government wouldn't admit it existed. Cloaked in secrecy, the restricted military zone is now known to play a key role in American aeronautics and defense...

Area 51, in the desert outside Las Vegas, Nevada, is a place so mysterious that for years the U.S. government wouldn't admit it existed. Cloaked in secrecy, the restricted military zone is now known to play a key role in American aeronautics and defense...

What type of person does it take to change the world? Readers will explore this question as they learn about the life and works of some of the world's most important scientists. In 12 Scientists Who Changed the World, readers are drawn in by each page's...

What type of person does it take to change the world? Readers will explore this question as they learn about the life and works of some of the world's most important scientists. In 12 Scientists Who Changed the World, readers are drawn in by each page's...

What type of person does it take to change the world? Readers will explore this question as they learn about the life and works of some of the world's most important political leaders. In 12 Political Leaders Who Changed the World, readers are drawn in...

What type of person does it take to change the world? Readers will explore this question as they learn about the life and works of some of the world's most important political leaders. In 12 Political Leaders Who Changed the World, readers are drawn in...

What type of person does it take to change the world? Readers will explore this question as they learn about the life and works of some of the world's most important pandemic problem solvers. In 12 Pandemic Problem Solvers, readers are drawn in by each...

What type of person does it take to change the world? Readers will explore this question as they learn about the life and works of some of the world's most important pandemic problem solvers. In 12 Pandemic Problem Solvers, readers are drawn in by each...

What type of person does it take to change the world? Readers will explore this question as they learn about the life and works of some of the world's most important entertainers. In 12 Entertainers Who Changed the World, readers are drawn in by each...

What type of person does it take to change the world? Readers will explore this question as they learn about the life and works of some of the world's most important entertainers. In 12 Entertainers Who Changed the World, readers are drawn in by each...

What type of person does it take to change the world? Readers will explore this question as they learn about the life and works of some of the world's most important children. In 12 Children Who Changed the World, readers are drawn in by each page's...

What type of person does it take to change the world? Readers will explore this question as they learn about the life and works of some of the world's most important children. In 12 Children Who Changed the World, readers are drawn in by each page's...

What type of person does it take to change the world? Readers will explore this question as they learn about the life and works of some of the world's most important authors. In 12 Authors Who Changed the World, readers are drawn in by each page's...

What type of person does it take to change the world? Readers will explore this question as they learn about the life and works of some of the world's most important authors. In 12 Authors Who Changed the World, readers are drawn in by each page's...

From blockbuster movies, indie films, and documentaries to original series, TV shows, and video games, the streaming video service giant Netflix offers it all to viewers around the world. Buzzing with entrepreneurial spirit and drive, this nonfiction...

From tablets, smartphones, and other mobile devices to cloud storage and music streaming, the technology giant Apple offers it all to consumers around the globe. Buzzing with entrepreneurial spirit and drive, this nonfiction STEM title for young adults...

From tablets, smartphones, and other mobile devices to cloud storage and music streaming, the technology giant Apple offers it all to consumers around the globe. Buzzing with entrepreneurial spirit and drive, this nonfiction STEM title for young adults...

From luxury sports cars to Supercharger stations, battery packs to solar panels, the automotive and energy generation giant Tesla offers it all to consumers around the world. Buzzing with entrepreneurial spirit and drive, this nonfiction STEM title for...

From luxury sports cars to Supercharger stations, battery packs to solar panels, the automotive and energy generation giant Tesla offers it all to consumers around the world. Buzzing with entrepreneurial spirit and drive, this nonfiction STEM title for...

From whole roasted beans, tea, and espresso drinks to baked goods, blended beverages, and tumblers, the specialty coffee giant Starbucks offers it all to consumers around the world. Buzzing with entrepreneurial spirit and caffeine, this nonfiction STEM...

From whole roasted beans, tea, and espresso drinks to baked goods, blended beverages, and tumblers, the specialty coffee giant Starbucks offers it all to consumers around the world. Buzzing with entrepreneurial spirit and caffeine, this nonfiction STEM...

The space age began nearly 70 years ago. Today, space exploration is still one of the biggest headlines in the media, and there are a lot of facts to keep straight. Help middle-grade readers get the essential information about this broad current events...

The space age began nearly 70 years ago. Today, space exploration is still one of the biggest headlines in the media, and there are a lot of facts to keep straight. Help middle-grade readers get the essential information about this broad current events...

History is brought to life in 12 Incredible Facts about the First Moon Landing. Twelve chapters of fact-filled text, fascinating historical photos, and intriguing page design work together to drive readers to a deep understanding of this important...

History is brought to life in 12 Incredible Facts about the First Moon Landing. Twelve chapters of fact-filled text, fascinating historical photos, and intriguing page design work together to drive readers to a deep understanding of this important...

Meet the female scientists who served as both developers of the atomic bomb—and the first line of criticism against it—in this nonfiction narrative in the tradition of Bomb and Code Girls. They were leaning over the edge...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Millions of people have fallen in love with Auggie Pullman, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face—who shows us that kindness brings us together no matter how far apart we are...

After 12-year-old Anya is cut from her middle school soccer team, she decides to pursue her true passion, which is theater. With the help of her sister and new friend Austin, Anya puts together a kids' summer theater troupe (The Random Farms Kids'...

A strange epidemic is taking over ancient Machu Picchu. Every full moon, llamas disappear from the Incan village, and villagers report hearing mysterious howls. Could it be a werewolf? Jorge, Amy, and Elena travel back in time to find out. As the sun...

Are you curious about computers and robot technology? Did you know that robot AI dogs can learn tricks and find their way home? Or that quantum computers might be used to create medicine in the future? This title will introduce readers to a variety of...

Meet NASA inventor Anthony Longman! He's here to introduce readers to the expandable space habitat, an expanding home for astronauts to live in while exploring space. Alongside of Anthony, readers will learn about how he and his team are designing the...