What most birds have in common is their ability to fly. This book dissects the scientific components of flying without diminishing the sense of awe inspired by a bird in flight. Starting with a look at the design of the lightweight... Read More

The American flag represents independence, courage, and strength. This new translation of the author’s award-winning The Flag We Love offers an historical account of the American flag and also discusses the qualities and ideals that... Read More

One hundred fifty-seven years ago, the author began his celebrated experiment in Concord, Massachusetts. “I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not... Read More

It is November of 1772 in Esterhaza, the summer palace of Prince Nicholas. During the performance of a new symphony by court composer Franz Joseph Haydn, the baffled Prince watches as, one by one, musicians stop playing, snuff their... Read More

With dismal national math test scores still being reported, many publishers are jumping on the bandwagon to market easy math picture books which will to appeal to young students. More M&M Brand Chocolate Candies Math is just what the... Read More

What would it have been like to be a child in the year 1000? As the new millennium looms on our horizon, Ellen Jackson takes us back in time to look at the old one in this unusual and informative picture book. Each double-page spread... Read More

Who would have guessed that Anita Roddick, founder and CEO of The Body Shop cosmetic stores, once dressed in rags and chains and screamed at the top of her lungs for a school talent show? And won first prize? Anita! The Woman Behind the... Read More