New Releases by Nancy Dickmann

Discover some of the characters in Viking, or Norse, mythology! Find out about the Vikings'' mortal heroes or the gods like the All-Father, Odin, that guided and created the world. Each character introduces themselves in their own words so the readers can get to know them. Then, readers jump into an approachable retelling of one of that character''s epic stories. Featuring illustrations paired closely with the text, this volume invites today''s readers to deepen their understanding of the stories important to Viking history.

Natural beauty and quirky culture await in Only in the Pacific Northwest, your go-to guide to the US and Canadian region that has it all.

Say goodbye to boredom with this globe-spanning guide to the world’s favourite children’s games, to play by yourself, with family or friends! Let''s Play is a joyfully illustrated collection of games from all around the world for you to discover and enjoy. Games for one player to five players, and even large groups, are clearly explained and provide endless opportunities for playful adventure, alongside a resource for learning about cultures and traditions from countries across the globe. The exciting array of games includes: solo puzzle games like Jegichagi (South Korea) big party game Catch the Dragon’s Tail (China) head-to-head Kolowis Awithlaknannai boardgame (Zuni Native American) hilarious Oonch Neech (a variation of Tag from Pakistan) Additional sections give you the background to classic games like tag and hide-and-seek and talk you through making games of your own. Vibrant illustrations from Monica Andino carefully demonstrate the steps of the games, whilst bringing to life the fun and joy they offer. The possibilities are endless, and with this book, the fun will be, too!

You step carefully along the shore of a river. A lumpy rock catches your eye. You pick it up and smile as you drop the lightweight rock into your bucket. When it''s split open, you see beautiful blue crystals glittering in the light. It''s a geode--just like you thought! Find out how geodes form, where they are found, and about some of the most amazing geode discoveries. Then learn how you can find and collect these marvelous mineral-filled rocks too!

You''re rock hunting along a lakeshore with your eyes glued to the ground. A see-through rock lights up in the sunlight. Your heart races as you pick up the rock. It has beautiful bands of orange, cream, and brown. You''ve just found an agate! Find out how agates form, where they are found, and about some of the most amazing agate discoveries. Then learn how you can find and collect these striking rocks too!

This brand-new series highlights some of the major contributions women have made in the world of science. From studying stars and discovering comets to flying into space as pioneering astronauts, women have been central to learning about space. Female astronomers gave us our first understanding of how large the universe really is and how much matter it contains. They were key to designing humans'' first rocket-powered flights into space. And as soon as women could go into space themselves, they were eager to do so: some 65 women have now become space travelers. This book tells their stories and describes their vital contributions. ABOUT THE SERIES: From studying the stars to curing disease, understanding plants and animals, pioneering computer studies, and unraveling the secrets of atoms and molecules, women have played a vital role in scientific advances since the ancient world. Yet their contributions have often gone unrecognized or, worse, have been credited to others. With lively text, photography, and art, Super SHEroes of Science sets out to redress the balance and give credit where it''s due. It examines the contributions to various fields of science of individual women from around the world!

This brand-new series highlights some of the major contributions women have made in the world of science. What shapes our planet? Women have been answering the question for centuries on many levels. Scientists such as Marie Curie have investigated the building blocks of matter, and the physical forces that act upon them. Geologists have studied the rocks beneath our feet by venturing dangerously close to erupting volcanoes, and have figured out what lies at Earth''s center and why its surface moves as it does. Women have also led the way in exploring the planet''s atmosphere and the causes and effects of climate change, the most urgent problem scientists are trying to solve. This book tells their stories and describes their vital contributions. ABOUT THE SERIES: From studying the stars to curing disease, understanding plants and animals, pioneering computer studies, and unraveling the secrets of atoms and molecules, women have played a vital role in scientific advances since the ancient world. Yet their contributions have often gone unrecognized or, worse, have been credited to others. With lively text, photography, and art, Super SHEroes of Science sets out to redress the balance and give credit where it''s due. It examines the contributions to various fields of science of individual women from around the world!

After rock hunting near a river all day, you bring home a bucket filled with rocks. You break one open. Inside, gold cube-shaped crystals shine. You''ve found pyrite! It will be a perfect addition to your growing rock collection. Find out how fool''s gold, or pyrite, forms, where it is found, and about some of the most amazing pyrite discoveries. Then learn how you can find and collect this gleaming gold mineral too!

What is it like to live in or visit Italy? What makes Italy''s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Italian people.

Discover which puppies are calm and quiet and which are bouncy, boisterous and a bit of handful! Find out fascinating facts about each breed and the characteristics which make them so super-cuddly, be it the gorgeous curls of the Cockapoo or the fluff of the Bichon Frise. It''s time to decide who gets your vote as the cuddliest puppy ever! Stunning photographs and easy-to-read text make this the perfect book for young animal lovers.

Discover which kittens are calm and quiet and which are bouncy and playful! Find out fascinating facts about each breed and the characteristics which make them so super-cute, be it the big adoring eyes of the Persian or the curly fur of the Selkirk Rex. It''s time to decide who gets your vote as the cutest kitten ever! Stunning photographs and easy-to-read text make this the perfect book for young animal lovers.

Discover which kittens are calm and quiet and which are bouncy and playful! Find out fascinating facts about each breed and the characteristics which make them so super-cool, be it the spots of the Egyptian Mau or the ears of the Sphinx. It''s time to decide who gets your vote as the coolest kitten ever! Stunning photographs and easy-to-read text make this the perfect book for young animal lovers.

Did you know that the average American produces about 4.5 pounds of waste every day? That''s a lot of garbage! Garbage trucks are hard at work picking up this garbage. They carry the trash to landfills and other places. Young readers will learn about the types of garbage trucks, their main parts, and how they work.

Delivery trucks carry millions of packages around the country each day. In New York City alone, 1.5 million packages are delivered every day! Young readers will learn about the types of delivery trucks, their main parts, and what they carry inside.

"How fast is the wind blowing? How much moisture is in the air? Meteorologists measure weather conditions to help answer these and other questions. Learn about the tools and systems they use. Find out how these measurements help people plan their days and prepare for any weather"--

A storm is coming! How do people prepare? What supplies and tools do we need to survive? Find out how people prepare for all kinds of severe weather. From tornadoes to hurricanes and blizzards to floods, we can be ready for anything.

"The world is full of colorful birds. But why are flamingos bright pink? You have questions and this book has answers. Find out about flamingos, including what they eat and their behavior"--

"People don''t sleep standing up. But cows do! Why? You have questions, and this book has the answers. Find out all about cows and why they don''t need to lie down to catch some Zzzzzs"--

You have eyelashes. Your dog has eyelashes. But fish don''t! Why? You have questions, and this book has the answers. Find out about fish, including their body parts and behavior.

What is it like to live in or visit South Korea? What makes South Korea''s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of South Korean people.

What is it like to live in or visit Guatemala? What makes Guatemala''s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Guatemalan people.

"How does eating carrots help you to stay healthy? Read this book to find out all about vegetables and healthy eating."--Back cover.

This book takes a light-hearted look at the characters and creatures from the the Greek mythological stories. From daring heroes to scheming gods and goddesses and terrible monsters such as cyclops, there are exciting adventures, betrayals and incredible stories to read. The book is structured as a ''Who''s Who'' of the culture''s myths and legends and has a gossipy, informal tone, allowing the characters'' personalities to come through. The chapters begin with a spread featuring factfiles of two characters. Each of these has an ''In His Own Words'' section, where the character himself (or herself) gives fast facts such as parents, powers, crowning achievements, and ''Not to be confused with...''. This is followed by a myth re-relling, presented in a magazine-style, featuring the two characters. In total there are six spreads of fact files (12 characters total) and six different re-tellings. It is part of the Stars of Mythology series, which explores great myths from around the world: Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Viking, Chinese and Indian.

"A dirt trail in the woods is covered with thick mud and big bumps. What vehicle can get through? An ATV! All-terrain vehicles have wide, bumpy tires that provide good grip on all types of land. Young readers will find out about the types of ATVs, their main parts, and how these versatile vehicles can be used for work and fun"--

Why is Lewis Latimer important? His invention of the carbon filament made light bulbs more afforable and longer lasting. Readers follow his journey from working with Alexander Graham Bell to improving Thomas Edison''s light bulb. It''s an enlightening story filled with engaging text and colorful images, all reviewed by Smithsonian experts.

Why is Benjamin Franklin important? He invented the lightning rod and much more! Readers follow the journey of this inventor and founding father. Franklin created the lightning rod and other inventions that helped change the world. It''s an electrifying story filled with engaging text and colorful images, all reviewed by Smithsonian experts.

Many of today''s communications travel over networks. Networks connect people all over the world through computers and mobile devices, but how does it work? Young learners will discover how an email works, how computers talk to one another, and how documents and programs are stored in the cloud. Readers will also learn about network safety and how to protect themselves from hackers and viruses. Easy-to-read infographics and simple language make this complex topic fun and easy to understand. Give your budding computer engineers the perfect guide to the matrix of our lives.

Computers communicate differently than people. Coders write algorithms in different computer languages that give computers clear instructions on how to work. This book explores the first computer communications and how coding works. Readers will learn about binary, the 0s and 1s that make up the base of all computer programming, as well as how coders find problems and fix mistakes. Perfect for the young coding enthusiast and the beginner, this book uses simple infographics and language to present complex ideas in a captivating manner.

We have Ralph Baer to thank for the video games people play around the world today. What were the steps Baer took that led him to his famous invention?