New Releases by Anita Ganeri

The bestselling I Wonder Why series has the answers to all the questions you’ve ever wanted to ask about the natural world, history, space, and more! Why does the wind blow? How big was the largest snowman ever built? Why do animals sometimes fall out of the sky? Learn the answers to these questions and more in I Wonder Why: The Wind Blows, a fascinating question-and-answer book all about the natural world. Award-winning children''s writer Anita Ganeri makes learning fun with her accessible and entertaining style, and information is presented in bite-sized nuggets, making it ideal for dipping in and out. Bright illustrations by Marie-Eve Tremblay bring the natural wonders of our planet to life, from erupting volcanoes to hot sandy deserts.

The bestselling I Wonder Why series has the answers to all the questions you’ve ever wanted to ask about the natural world, history, space, and more! Which bird flies underwater? Is the Red Sea really red? How deep is the ocean? Learn the answers to these questions and more in I Wonder Why: The Sea is Salty, a fascinating question-and-answer book all about seas and oceans. Award-winning children''s author Anita Ganeri makes learning about the natural world fun with her accessible and entertaining style, and information is presented in bite-sized nuggets, making it ideal for dipping in and out. Bright illustrations by Gareth Lucas bring the seas and oceans to life, from sharks and dolphins to pirate ships and underwater volcanoes. Dive in and discover strange underwater creatures beyond your imagination, and learn fascinating facts about our relationship with this watery world.

This beautifully illustrated hardcover brings together 31 of the most courageous and irrepressible heroines of classic children''s fiction and traditional folk tales from around the world. Discover the stories of plucky Dorothy, who freed faraway Oz from a terrible tyrant; brave Bradamante, who rides into battle on a flying horse; fearless Lykke, the mermaid who saved a prince from drowning; and many more thrilling tales. Beautiful full-color illustrations by award-winning Khoa Le accompany these stories, bringing these enchanting stories to life. Stories include: • Dorothy''s Adventure in Oz • Hua Mulan, the Noble Warrior • Gerda and the Snow Queen • Princess Kaguya''s Great Adventure • Hermione and Perdita

Stunning photography, cool activities, vibrant stickers, and a gigantic wall poster make learning fun! Take a stroll through the rainbow and meet all kinds of different animals. From red and sapphire parrots to black and white orca whales, the animal kingdom is bursting with vibrant color. Have fun completing the activity pages packed with mazes, find the differences, word searches, sticker scenes, and more. Includes bonus poster perfect for a classroom or bedroom wall!

Stunning photography, cool activities, vibrant stickers, and a gigantic wall poster make learning fun! Walk on the wild side to discover the stranger side of the animal kingdom. From hairless guinea pigs and ballooning puffer fish to huge-eyed bushbabies and brain-like sponges, you’ll meet some of the most amazing creatures on Earth! Have fun completing the activity pages packed with mazes, find the differences, word searches, sticker scenes and more. And don’t forget to put the giant pull-out poster on your bedroom wall!

Beginning with a sunset and ending at dawn, Through the Night Sky shines a light on the magical events taking place in the darkness above. Unlike an astronomy book that focuses on eye-popping facts and figures about the Universe, Through the Night Sky features a series of incredible stories that take place in the sky at night. Track a colony of bats as they fly through the twilight to pollinate the flowers of the mysterious baobab tree, follow a family into the wilderness to gaze at the constellations, watch whales swimming through chilly Arctic waters under the gentle glow of the Northern Lights, then chart the journey of a ship navigating by the stars. Through the Night Sky is a beautiful book that spans a wide range of subjects, including everything from nocturnal animals or revellers watching fireworks illuminate the night, to celestial objects such as the moon, planets, stars, and meteor showers - all under the vast night sky.

Explore, create and investigate with Ava and George - the Geo Detectives! Use your detective skills to find out about the amazing water cycle. With the Geo Detectives series, join two young detectives, Ava and George, in a hands-on exploration of the natural world. Learn about exciting geography topics, then investigate further with fun activities and projects to do at home and outside. Where does rain come from? What happens during the water cycle? How can we predict the weather? Discover what incredible things happen in nature and use your own skills to find out why! Get answers about: Clouds by making your own mini cloud inside a jar How to measure rainfall by creating your own rain gauge with things from around the house How water shapes the land by making a model river Hydropower by using CDs and other everyday items to make a water wheel And much more! Encouraging young readers to investigate geography topics and to have fun while learning, this book will amaze and astound any reader with an interest in science and nature.

Explore, create and investigate with Ava and George - the Geo Detectives! Get hands-on and learn about the amazing natural world, with fun activities and projects to do at home. Use your detective skills to find out all about volcanoes and earthquakes.

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF HORRIBLE GEOGRAPHY! Read the terrifying diaries of volcano survivors, get clued up with the spotter''s guide to eruptions, plan an action-packed holiday with the volcano vacation guide and marvel at red-hot volcanic rocks the size of cars. It''s sizzling hot stuff! Filled with hilarious illustrations by Mike Phillips, HORRIBLE GEOGRAPHY is the perfect escapism from miserable maps, rotten rock piles and dire diagrams. Hold tight!

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF HORRIBLE GEOGRAPHY! Ever wondered where in the world tornadoes rip houses from the ground? Or frozen turtles fall from the sky? Get all the answers and more in this book, where the weather makes the rules. Filled with hilarious illustrations by Mike Phillips, HORRIBLE GEOGRAPHY is the perfect escapism from miserable maps, rotten rock piles and dire diagrams. Hold tight!

Share the wonder of the stars with this delightful storybook collection featuring constellation myths from around the world. For thousands of years people have looked up to the night sky and told stories about the stars. These epic tales tell of vengeful gods and goddesses, of monsters and heroes. Others try to make sense of the natural world, or unravel the mysterious forces of the universe. This stunning book brings together 23 of these legends from all over the world: from Ancient Greece to North America, Egypt, China, India, and the South Pacific. Written by award-winning author Anita Ganeri and with beautifully detailed artwork by illustrator Andy Wilx, this is a magical book to be treasured for generations to come.

How many countries are in South America? Where is the world''s tallest waterfall? How long is the Amazon River? This book answers these questions and more as it introduces young readers to the continent of South America through age-appropriate maps, engaging photographs, and simple text. Topics covered within the book include where the continent is, climate, geography, animals and plants, countries, people and languages, natural resources, cities, and famous places.

Discover a wonderful world of celebrations from around the world. Featuring the world''s main religions as well as some little-known ceremonies and festivals, this book takes an intriguing and colorful look at how growing up and coming of age are celebrated in many different places.

This series describes animals that were once thought to be myths or hoaxes. This book looks at the platypus: the first time it was reported to the Western world, the public and scientific community''s reaction to it, the search for evidence, how the animal was finally recognised as a real species, and its current status today. There is also some information about the platypus''s life and what makes it special or different.

Discover a wonderful world of celebrations from around the world. Featuring the world''s main religions as well as some little-known ceremonies and festivals, this book takes an intriguing and colorful look at how getting married and weddings are celebrated in many different places.

Discover a wonderful world of celebrations from around the world. Featuring the world''s main religions as well as some little-known ceremonies and festivals, this book takes an intriguing and colorful look at how birth is celebrated in many different places.

Where is Mandarin spoken? Where do tigers live? What is the longest river in Asia? This book answers these questions and more as it introduces young readers to the continent of Asia through age-appropriate maps, engaging photographs, and simple text. Topics covered within the book include where the continent is, climate, geography, animals and plants, countries, people and languages, natural resources, cities, and famous places.

This book introduces readers to the entertaining world of writing funny stories and is a perfect resource for meeting Common Core State Standards in writing. Key features of the genre are explained and readers are guided through the process of writing their own story. Top tips are given covering planning, writing dialogue, developing characters, adding narrative plot twists, using descriptive language and more! Engaging photographs, eye-catching illustrations, and a wealth of ideas bring the genre to life. A funny story running throughout the book draws readers in, offers concrete examples of how the tips can be put into practice and will inspire readers to get writing their own funny stories.

Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world''s most fascinating countries: Australia! The book includes chapters on Australian history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as Uluru and Sydney Harbour Bridge. The Capstone Interactive edition comes with simultaneous access for every student in your school and includes read aloud audio recorded by professional voice over artists.

Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world''s most fascinating countries: England! The book includes chapters on English history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as the Tower of London and Hadrian''s Wall. The Capstone Interactive edition comes with simultaneous access for every student in your school and includes read aloud audio recorded by professional voice over artists.

Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world''s most fascinating countries: Scotland! The book includes chapters on Scottish history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as Edinburgh Castle and Loch Ness. The Capstone Interactive edition comes with simultaneous access for every student in your school and includes read aloud audio recorded by professional voice over artists.

What do Hindus believe? What festivals do they celebrate? This book introduces young readers to Hinduism.

What do Buddhists believe? What festivals do they celebrate? This book introduces young readers to Buddhism.

In order to understand the course of economic and social disintegration in the Soviet Union, various questions were put to Soviet officials and economic and other policy advisors of the 1980s. This text assembles the analyses of key issues and turning points into a history of the systemic collapse.

Discover how people remember the passing of their loved ones all around the world. Featuring the world''s main religions as well as some little-known ceremonies and festivals, this book takes an intriguing and colourful look at how death is commemorated in many different places.

Step inside the lord''s castle where Sir Gilbert is training to become a knight. Find out what it takes to survive and succeed in these times of chivalry and danger as he teaches you how to: ● joust in tournaments ● gallop into battle ● feast after victory ● survive a stint in a dungeon Do you have the skills and guts to be a medieval knight?

"This book includes chapters on German history, geography, cities, people, and food"--

Benjamin Blog and his dog, Barko Polo, explore the United States of America, including Virginia, Alaska, and Washington, D.C.

"This book includes chapters on Italian history, geography, cities,people, and food"