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Meet NASA inventor Bruce Wiegmann! He's here to introduce readers to the use of sails in space. Alongside Bruce, readers will learn about how he and his team are building a machine that can sail to the edge of the solar system. They'll learn about solar...

Meet NASA inventor Kendra Short! She's here to introduce readers to her unique ideas for Mars probes. Alongside Kendra, readers will learn about how she and her team are building a printable spacecraft. They'll learn about Mars exploration, circuits,...

Meet NASA inventor Philip Lubin! He's here to introduce readers to interstellar travel. Alongside Philip, readers will learn about his work on building lightsailing probes that can visit distant stars. They'll learn about stars, Proxima Centauri, solar...

Meet NASA inventor Geoffrey Landis! He's here to introduce readers to the methods used to explore the extreme planet of Venus. Alongside Geoffrey, readers will learn about how he and his team are harnessing the wind to explore this challenging...

Meet NASA inventor Masahiro Ono! He's here to introduce readers to the importance of asteroid exploration. Alongside Masahiro, readers will learn about how he and his team are building a probe that can hitch itself to an asteroid. They'll learn about...

Meet NASA inventor William "Red" Whittaker! He's here to introduce readers to caves on other planets. Alongside Red, readers will learn about how he and his team develop robotic missions to explore caves on the moon and Mars. They'll learn about lava...

Join Archer and Perri as they journey through time all the way to ancient Thailand! Alongside the duo, readers will explore grand temples, put on a puppet show, and craft their own shadow puppets. Students will learn about Thai history and culture while...

Join Archer and Perri as they journey through time all the way back to New York City during the Harlem Renaissance! Alongside the duo, readers will explore the bustling city, meet famous musicians, and make music of their own. Students will learn about...

Join Archer and Perri as they journey through time all the way back to ancient Central America! Alongside the duo, readers will explore lush landscapes, taste delicious chocolate, meet Mayans, and play a traditional game of pokatok. Students will learn...

Join Archer and Perri as they journey through time all the way back to the golden age of pirates! Alongside the duo, readers will meet fearsome pirates, attempt to eat the sailors' crunchy meals, and steer the ship. Students will learn about history and...

Join Archer and Perri as they journey through time all the way back to ancient New Zealand! Alongside the duo, readers will meet villagers, dance the haka, and learn to speak some M?ori. Students will learn about M?ori history and culture while enjoying...

Join Archer and Perri as they journey through time all the way back to medieval England! Alongside the duo, readers will meet knights, explore castles, and joke with jesters. Students will learn about history and culture while enjoying imaginative...

Imagine a world where a human heart can be printed to order and tiny nanoscale machines constantly monitor our health. Where synthetic organs provide life-saving solutions for patients in need of organ transplants and robotic surgeons guided by...

Modern technology requires a seemingly endless supply of clean energy. New energy grids will have to distribute electricity sensibly and not waste energy or increase pollution. In short, the cities of the future will need smart grids and other energy...

New miniaturized Cubesats are revolutionizing the space industry and changing the way we explore and utilize space. These miniaturized satellites reduce the cost and time required to design, build, and launch satellites with a remarkable array of amazing...

Tiny computers chips keep our cars running and our smartphone apps and appliances functioning properly. But can computer chip design keep up with the increasing demands of modern technology? Learn about the next generation of computer chips and other...

Would you visit an art gallery to see a painting created by a computer? Or read a poem written by a software program? Artificial intelligence (AI) program are now capable of generating artworks that rival those produced by human artists. AI can generate...

In our modern world of plastics, metal alloys, and semiconductors, it may seem as if we have all the materials we could need. But materials scientists continue to discover new materials with stunning properties, surpassing existing materials in almost...

Are you curious about the future of virtual reality? Did you know that virtual assistants are already helping humans complete tasks? Or that virtual reality video games can immerse you in a different world? This title will introduce readers to a variety...

Are you curious about the future of military technology? Did you know that scientists are working on creating robot soldiers? Or that radar stealth helps to make planes almost invisible? This title will introduce readers to a variety of exciting new...

Are you curious about the future of space exploration and travel? Did you know that scientists are working on creating rockets that can survive multiple trips to space? Or that in the future tourists might be able to visit space? This title will...

Are you curious about the future of cities and homes? Did you know that engineers are creating technology to build mile high skyscrapers? Or that vertical farms could allow us to grow crops in the middle of cities? This title will introduce readers to a...

Are you curious about the future of transportation? Did you know that scientists are working on developing flying cars? Or that drones could help to quickly deliver packages directly to your house? This title will introduce readers to a variety of...

Are you curious about biotechnology and the future of healthcare? Did you know that stem cells might be able to restore sight to the blind? Or that biotechnology could help to extend the human lifespan? This title will introduce readers to a variety of...

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...

Are you curious about futuristic, new technology? Did you know that 3D printers allow us to print tools, cars, and even food? Or that solar panels can generate energy from the sun? This title will introduce readers to a variety of exciting, futuristic...

Sylvie's excitement for the upcoming Earth Day Extravaganza fizzles when her cousin, the non-recycler, visits, and she worries about not only saving the entire world, but the extravaganza itself. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state...

Sylvie wants to win her school's talent show so she can be featured in the local newspaper to garner buzz for her coat drive, but she struggles to figure out her talent. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

When faced with the possible closing of her favorite beach, Sylvie first attempts a one-person coastal cleanup march on city hall, but thanks to the town clown, she realizes it will take more than one person to save the beach. Aligned to Common Core...

Sylvie can’t wait to raise money for the animal shelter for her Make a Difference Day project, but with her frenemy, Camilla, and Sylvie’s foster puppy creating obstacles along the way, she discovers there is more than one way to make a difference...

Katie Flanagan is a star striker on Peabody’s soccer team. Her strength is in her legs! When she tries out for the basketball team, she finds that her upper body is not as strong. Then Katie is bullied by another girl for her performance. Can Katie...

Lucy Andia competes on Peabody’s gymnastics team. She excels at floor exercise, but Coach Dawson moves her to uneven bars. Lucy is used to being on the floor. The high bar is more than eight feet off the ground! After numerous falls, Lucy is too scared...

Keith Evans is Peabody's backup quarterback. But his head is not in the game. He wants to see more action! When Coach Joh suggests he move to a defensive position, Keith is wary. Isn't the action on the offensive side of the ball? Can Keith redirect his...

Pitcher Tony Andia uses the strong arm and tenacity that makes him Peabody's star quarterback to excel on the baseball field. But when he thinks an opposing player has disrespected him, he loses his cool . . . and the game! Was Tony right about the dis?...

Isabella Clemente plays second base on Peabody's softball team. The team has won two championships in a row! But this season the team is faltering. When Isabella lashes out at her teammates, Coach Dawson points out that it is easy to be a good sport on a...

Artie Lieberman is most comfortable in the broadcast booth. He loves announcing games! But when the goaltender for Peabody's hockey team is injured, Artie volunteers to be the substitute. Coach Walters is not sure, since Artie only plays recreational...

The annual contest for young pirates is finally here! Piper and Percy each hope to win and be named the Perfect Pirate. But another young pirate with a red feather in his cap is giving Percy some trouble.

The pirate kids are visiting their grandparents' ship while their parents are on a treasure hunt. Grandpa Jabber Joe is supposed to be giving them a shark-catching lesson, but he's lost the trusty hook he needs to teach them! Piper and Percy help him...

While up in the crow's nest playing a game of Pirate Eye, Percy spots a sea monster! Alarmed, the pirate kids tell their teacher, Captain Sharktooth, the whole story. He gives them a special lesson, just before the sea monster returns! 

Piper and Percy are excited to meet their mother's old friend, Seahawk Sally, and her son, Pennington. When the pirate kids happily board Sally's multicolored ship, they encounter a Pennington who is less than friendly. Will they end the day without the...