New Releases by Dugald A. Steer

Just in time for Halloween! Find sundry novelties, flaps, facsimiles, and more in a haunting—or is it haunted?—volume that gives new meaning to the term ghost writer. Have you been hearing strange footsteps and knocks, whispers and rattling chains? Perhaps the early-twentieth-century author of this newly discovered tome has some secrets to share. Within the book’s weathered pages you’ll hear of a headless French pirate in search of his missing noggin, a vanishing pair of young trickster twins, a ghostly woman who screams for attention, and other communications from the “fun side.” Readers who wish to plumb the mysteries of the paranormal will find some hands-on challenges to lift their spirits, along with tips on a range of spectral subjects, such as what to pack in a ghostologist’s field kit, how to distinguish the types of ghosts, the best ways to hunt them, and spotting the unfortunate fakes and frauds. Too bad the late author never got to see her guide find its way into the world! But wait—what are those strange and scratchy asides that appear in odd places throughout the book?

What does it really take to be a knight? Peruse this lavish novelty volume and be surprised. From the secret order of Round Table Knights comes a tell-all guide to the mythical occupation of knighthood — its history, mysterious quests, and puzzles that live on to this day. Inspired by the life of a most exemplary knight, this fascinating book explores the art of mastering sword and lance, the essential (and prohibitively expensive) war-horse, the ins and outs of a castle that a knight might defend, and the skills needed to prevail in a jousting tournament, with all its pageantry. No investigation of knighthood would be complete without a look at the Crusades, and a celebration of legendary knights such as King Arthur, Sir Lancelot, and Sir Gawain, plus vaunted icons such as Excalibur and the Holy Grail. In true ’Ology fashion, this tip of the lance to a noble (and misunderstood) profession offers a variety of interactive flaps and other novelties to keep young squires fully entertained.

Explore the mythical world of dragons, find out what makes these fearsome creatures legendary, and build a 3-D dragon model with wings that flap! Enter the fantastic world of dragons with this engaging and interactive introduction to the legendary world of dragons. Learn about the myths and legends of Eastern and Western dragons and become an expert at identifying the different species that are said to have existed around the world. The illustrated 32-page guidebook covers everything from dragon anatomy to how they move, what they eat, and how some fly and breathe fire! Finally, take the opportunity to bring a European dragon to life by building an impressive, large-scale model, complete with a wind-up motor to make his wings flap. Kids ages 7 and up will enjoy this fantastical dragon adventure!

For the first time ever, DRAGONOLOGY fiction! Introducing the Dragonology Chronicles — full-length novels with enough fire-breathing adventure to satisfy true Dragonology fans who just can''t get enough! Adventure! Villains! And dragons, dragons, dragons! From the creators of the best-selling Dragonology series, this first volume of the Dragonology Chronicles finds Daniel Cook and his sister, Beatrice, studying with eccentric dragonologist Dr. Ernest Drake. Soon they’re caught up in a race to find the stolen Dragon’s Eye — a jewel that has the power to reflect the true Dragon Master — before it is stolen by the evil Ignatius Crook. Working with Dr. Drake (and many friendly dragons), can these young siblings foil Ignatius and recover the Dragon’s Eye?

Join a little grey wolf who learns that even the smallest tasks are important for the survival of the pack.

Join a little polar bear cub as she leaves her Arctic den to take her first steps into the snowy world outside.

Avid mythologists take note! This writing kit, compiled by missing treasure hunter and Greek myth enthusiast John Oro, offers you the key to the discovery of great secrets. Revealing the mysteries of ancient symbolism, this kit provides a means of interpreting the wisdom of the mighty gods of Mount Olympus. Unlock the enigmas of ancient Greek script and oak-leaf oracles to send your own secret messages. May the gods smile upon you! Includes 16 notelets, 16 envelopes, 6 postcards, and a selection of stickers.

Spencer Blake, AKA ''Agent K'', wrote Spyology while on a mission to foil the criminal gang CODEX. Six months later, a package containing Spyology mysteriously arrived at the MI6 headquarters. As readers gain spy skills, they must complete the challenges set by Agent K to unravel the mystery of Operation CODEX. Containing an array of hidden spy mirror, decoders, a magnifying disguises and much more. But just as readers believe they have solved the conundrum, there is a twist.

The perfect hands-on gift for ’Ologists! Learn the keys to cracking secret codes — and use cool stationery to send missives to your friends. If your aim is to master treasure maps, this ornate writing kit includes everything you’ll need. Inside are simple instructions as well as writing paper, envelopes, postcards, and sticker sheets, all in a handsomely designed slipcase. Each kit contains: - Code-making instructions - 16 sheets of notepaper - 16 envelopes - 6 postcards - 2 sheets of stickers

Get ready for some silly surprises as you meet a colorful collection of would-be Halloween haunter. This delightful book features 10 pop-up treats & playful rhymes that lead little ones on a hilarious hunt for creepy characters. Come & join the fun -- if you dare!

My First Snappy Sticker Books are an extension to the highly successful Snappy range, illustrated by Derek Matthews. With over 60 stickers in each book, activities include rebuss and dioramas to complete over a host of themes in two exciting titles. Fun with Numbers and Fun with Opposites.

When the pages are opened, sounds are activated to accompany the large pop-ups for even more fun as children learn about pets.

The number-one activity in Snappy Town is shopping, and young readers will put the magnetic objects to great use as they shop for toys and groceries. When the trip is through, it''s time to play at Snappy Park and then return home -- or do more shopping!

The various vehicles in Snappy Travel go by land, air, and sea. There are plenty of choices for readers to make about what kind of trips they want to take and how they are going to get there. Wherever little travelers are bound, in the end, things wind down, and it''s back home again.

Packed with playful pop-ups (both huge and tiny), fantastic flaps, and silly surprises, this biggest addition to the snappy family will have youngsters laughing- and learning -- all the way from A to Z!Poptastic fun! Pop-ups burst from these four books that focus on a child''s first interests from a cock-a-doodling rooster and a noisy parrot to a carrot-crunching bunny and a trunk-waving elephant.

What child doesn''t long for the day when he or she can have a pet -- real or imagined. And what will that pet be? Here are some of the possibilities: a very sleepy kitty-cat, a bone-hunting pup, a carrot-crunching bunny, mice on a merry-go-round, a trotting pony. An engaging pop-up on each of the 5 colorful spreads adds to the fun.

An ideal safari for the small-fry set. Moving from a noisy parrot high in a tree, to a banana-munching monkey, a pouncing leopard, an eye-opening lion, and a snoozing bat -- little ones go from morning to night in a colorful jungle. Trophy pop-ups, every one!

A child''s humorous description of a trip to a farm.

This sticker book focusing on the world of animals contains information about the animals and their habitats. There are over 60 re-usable stickers in this book.

This sticker book focusing on the sea contains information about animals and their habitats. There are over 60 re-usable stickers in this book.