New Releases by Michael Teitelbaum

Big foot! Yeti! Does this creature exist? High-interest topics, real stories, engaging design and astonishing photos are the building blocks of the XBooks, a new series of books designed to engage and motivate reluctant and enthusiastic readers alike. With topics based in science, history, and social studies, these action-packed books will help students unlock the power and pleasure of reading... and always ask for more!Formidable footprints found! Something enormous is out there. It ́s too big to be human. It must be a...

Aang, the much-loved hero of Nickelodeon’s hit animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender, takes readers on an exciting and interactive journey through his thrilling world. Earth. Air. Fire. Water. These are the four nations that lived in harmony until the Fire Nation attacked. For the next hundred years, war raged across the globe. It was believed that all inhabitants from the Air Nation had perished. Then, a girl and her brother discovered a twelve-year-old boy frozen in an iceberg. His name: Aang. He is the Avatar, the master of all four elements. Together Aang and his friends went on to save the world! Now a man, Aang looks back on these adventurous years—from being found in the ice to fighting epic battles to negotiating peace. This is Aang’s story, his mementos, and keepsakes. Avatar: The Last Airbender: Legacy is the collection that Aang passes down to his son Tenzin, who will one day be a master Airbender, too. Readers will relish Aang’s heroic tales and the posters, clippings, cards, and maps he gathered along the way! About the Insight Legends series Insight Legends is a collectible pop culture library featuring books that take an in-depth look at iconic characters and other elements from the worlds of comics, movies, television, and video games. Packed with amazing removable items that give the books an immersive, interactive feel, the series delivers unparalleled insight into the best-loved heroes and villains in modern fiction and the worlds they inhabit

Nina had just missed her one chance to be on the hottest TV talent show around—Singing Superstar! But then fate intervened and provided another stage for her to show off her talent, a stage far from the TV cameras. Some say that fame comes at a price. Nina was about to find out just how high that price can be!

Submarines have been in use for centuries, but it wasn’t until the late 1800s that they were commonly used in the military. Today submarines are invaluable weapons in most navies. Through interviews with engineers and soldiers, learn how they work and what it’s like to live and work underwater.

Ariel is a curious young mermaid. She likes to explore sunken ships, swim up to the surface, and learn all she can about the world above the sea. Children ages 2-5 will love finding out what happens when this Disney Princess falls in love with a human in the full-color Little Golden Book retelling of Disney The Little Mermaid!

DIV The world's population has grown by five billion people over the past century, an astounding 300 percent increase. Yet it is actually the decline in family size and population growth that is the issue attracting greatest concern in many countries. This eye-opening book looks at demographic trends in Europe, North America, and Asia—areas that now have low fertility rates—and argues that there is an essential yet often neglected political dimension to a full assessment of these trends. Political decisions that promote or discourage marriage and childbearing, facilitate or discourage contraception and abortion, and stimulate or restrain immigration all have played significant roles in recent trends. /div

Not even half a century ago America was segregated, when everything depended on the color of one's skin. Access to schools, restaurants, parks, buses or even water fountains was segregated. And born into this segregated world was Martin Luther King Jr. The son of a black preacher, King was taught from a young age that he was equal. He deserved the same rights and freedoms as anyone. He dreams of a nation where people are not judged by the color of their skin but by their character. And he believed that dream could one day become reality. Armed with one the nonviolent teachings of Ghandi and a staunch belief that all men and women were created equal, Martin Luther King Jr. stepped to the forefront of the Civil Rights movement. Through a series of peaceful protests and marches, King captured the attention of the world... and changed the lives of millions of Americans forever.

In this dead-on parody of a children's classic, a very hungry zombie eats his way through a variety of his favorite foods, including clowns, astronauts, rock stars, fingers, and brains. Vivid, playful art, and amusing text will appeal to picture-book lovers of all ages.

Tells the origin story of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Learn about Venus and Mars by journeying on NASA''s newest spacecraft to investigate the planets using rockets, robots, and rovers. (Set of 6 with Teacher''s Guide and Comprehension Question Card)

Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Electrician, including training and skills needed.

A movie tie-in featuring Prince Zuko, based on the M. Night Shyamalan movie The Last Airbender, which hits theaters July 2010!

While on a mission to transport a case of nuclear warheads, Duke and Ripcord's Special Forces unit is ambushed by COBRA, a secret terrorist cell. Duke soon realizes his long-lost love, the Baroness (also known as Ana) headed up the ambush, but before he can do anything, General Hawk's team of JOES shows up and sends the entire COBRA team packing. Duke and Ripcord follow the JOES back to their base, the Pit, where they are briefed on what the JOES know. Duke insists on joining the JOES to complete the warhead transport and expose COBRA's ultimate plan to set off the warheads in four major European cities. This Level 3 Ready-to-Read story features the G.I. JOE hero, Captain Conrad "Duke" Hauser.

Discusses the reasons Chinese people left their homeland to come to America, the experiences immigrants had in the new country, and the contributions this cultural group made to American society.

During her Earth Kingdom travels Katara, the talented Waterbender, reveals how it feels to bear the weight of being the second in command, and the one who Aang looks to for advice and strength. Will she ever find the right balance between being tough and being compassionate? When the gang wants to give up, can she lift their spirits and lead them safely through the desert? Does she have what it takes to get Aang back on the right path when he loses his way? Find out how the Avatar''s most trusted advisor stays focused, and keeps everyone on track even when all else seems hopeless.

It’s basketball season and all of the Backyard Sports kids love playing games after school. But it’s not all fun and games—a lot of the kids, like Pablo, love basketball and take it pretty seriously. Unfortunately, Ernie isn’t one of them. He’s too busy showing off funny moves and telling jokes on the court! Can Pablo convince Ernie to stop goofing off and focus on the game before Ernie’s horseplay sends them on a major losing streak?

One of the four hidden scrolls about the world of Avatar that contains sacred information about the Water Tribes, including Katara discovering the Avatar in the iceberg and Aang learning from the Waterbending master in the North.

Sokka, a skilled fighter and planner, helps the Avatar and his sister Katara move safely through the Earth Kingdom by dealing with badger-moles, an evil Fire Nation princess, and an Earth King who refuses to acknowledge the war.

Skiing down a snowy slope is fun and exciting. Readers will find out what they need to get started on an outdoor sport that can get them outdoors and help keep them fit for life.

"Includes collectible 3-D Booklet and Glasses"--P. 1 of cover.

Presents information about very large things, including the Empire State Building, the blue whale, the Atlas moth, the Queen Mary 2, and giant sequoias.

Teitelbaum blends exciting action adventure stories with colorful visual puzzles that let the reader help the Marvel Heroes battle the bad guys. The book includes mazes, hidden picture puzzles, secret code puzzles, matching activities, and much more. Consumable.

Examines what humvees do, who drives them and the many different tasks they do.

Examines what it is like to live underwater and work on these high tech military machines.

The chaotic remains of Shredder's Foot Ninjas, the Purple Dragons, and the New York mobsters have erupted into a full-blown war for control of the New York underworld. The Turtles try to stop the fighting, but are they in over their heads? Includes an 8-page color insert.

Radio and Television explores the link between the invention of the telephone and telegraph and the advent of radio and television. Following a fascinating trail of step-by-step technological advances readers will trace the impact of radio on society as it united people through common listening experiences and ultimately made the world a smaller place. Readers will then learn about the evolution of television technology out of radio. From the early players in the broadcast industry who even then sensed the technological and economic potential benefits of radio and television, to the scientists whose imagination lighited some of the most influential industries of our time, to the latest advances in satellite and digital services and the applications they may have in years to come, this volume puts readers in touch with the past, present and future of instant communication. Book jacket.

This book is a brief history of the Constitution of the United States.

Valuable tips on drawing styles and techniques makes this bestseller a favorite with both aspiring artist and kids who just want to have fun.

Jam-packed with information, illustrations, and photographs of all 40 Transformers Armada robots, this official guidebook takes readers into the world of the popular television series. Full color.

The war between the Transformers enters a new and dangerous phase when three mysterious Mini-Cons suddenly appear on Earth. This chapter book features flip-book action inside. Illustrations.