Alternative chapters follow teenagers Todd and Viola, who become separated as the Mayor's oppressive new regime takes power in New Prentisstown, a space colony where residents can hear each other's thoughts.

Classics. This title is suitable for children aged 10 to 13 years old. This imaginative retelling of the classic Arthurian legends recounts the story of Arthur's formation of the Knights of the Round Table, his securing of the enchanted sword Excalibur and his wooing of the Lady Guinevere. Included as well are the legends of Sir Pelleas, the story of Sir Gawaine's pursuit of the White Hart and tales of Merlin the magician, Morgana Le Fay, the Lady...

Introduces readers to globes and their many uses, especially in daily life. Features labeled infographics that highlight special features on the map to enhance reader understanding. Additional features include colorful photos, captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an index.

"Christopher Columbus is one of the most famous explorers of all time, but he was neither the first nor last adventurer to ever stumble upon a great discovery. From the Silk Road of Asia to the icy shores of Antarctica, our knowledge of the world today is in large part due to several intrepid pioneers, risking life and limb for the sake of exploration. After all, setting off into the dark unknown requires an enormous amount of bravery. But every explorer...

"Join the endangered and misunderstood AYE-AYE on his quest to win back the hearts of the people of Madagascar after his mischievous pranks get him banned from his favourite village and labelled bad luck. Luckily for AYE-AYE, he meets a new friend who shows him first-hand how unpleasant being scared can feel. Armed with a little empathy and compassion, it doesn't take AYE AYE long to figure out that being kind and helpful is the best way to turn his...

"When I'm really tired sometimes I stretch and out comes a big yawn! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of hiccups. Learn how they happen, what can be done to stop yawning, and more. Lively text and bright layouts makes this a perfect fit for budding scientists asking big body questions"--

If Austin picked a color to describe his life, it would be tumbleweed brown. Austin doesn't like standing out. He moves a lot, so he's always the new kid, and there's no hiding his size. Plus, Austin has a secret ... one he's become an expert at hiding. Then Austin meets Bertie, who is razzmatazz. Everything about Bertie is bursting! But the best part of Austin's newest school is the Safety Squad, with their laser lemon vests. Their cool confidence...

"How much do you know about your bones? From supporting your body to protecting your organs, it's time to explore bone basics and more. Look inside to discover incredible facts and stories about how your bones work-and what happens when they don't! This book includes a table of contents, glossary of keywords, index, author biography, sidebars, and health tips"--

"The Chupacabra came onto the legendary creature's scene in 1995 and the mystery of it has spread far and wide. This text traces the history, appearances, and theories behind Latin America's bloodthirsty monster. QR Codes in the books give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning"--

This collection of twenty-four of A.A. Milne's best loved poems from "When we were very young" and "Now we are six" is a wonderful introduction for young children to the enchanted world of Christopher Robin and Winnie-the-Pooh.