Most Popular Books by Sarah Albee

Science geeks and armchair detectives will soak up this non-lethal, humorous account of the role poisons have played in human history. Perfect for STEM enthusiasts! For centuries, people have been poisoning one another—changing personal lives and the course of empires alike. From spurned spouses and rivals, to condemned prisoners like Socrates, to endangered emperors like Alexander the Great, to modern-day leaders like Joseph Stalin and Yasser Arafat, poison has played a starring role in the demise of countless individuals. And those are just the deliberate poisonings. Medical mishaps, greedy “snake oil” salesmen and food contaminants, poisonous Prohibition, and industrial toxins also impacted millions. Part history, part chemistry, part whodunit, Poison: Deadly Deeds, Perilous Professions, and Murderous Medicines traces the role poisons have played in history from antiquity to the present and shines a ghoulish light on the deadly intersection of human nature . . . and Mother Nature.

Elmo''s bringing a present to Oscar. But the mysterious wrapped gift has a curious effect--it''s making Elmo sneeze! And every time Elmo sneezes, something funny happens. The youngest readers will love following along as Elmo''s sneezes cause laundry to fall off a line and much more in this Early Step into Reading™ story.

Going to the doctor doesn''t have to be scary. With Elmo to keep you company, getting a check-up can be an opportunity to learn lots of new things.

An overview of wild-living chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes), covering their daily lives, locomotion, physical description, tool use, and diet. Describes the social structure and behavior of chimps, as well as their future and conservation issues. Includes glossary.

Discover the Science Behind Your Favorite Fairy Tales! Explore the laws of physics, principles of chemistry, and wonders of biology in this captivating collection of classic stories with a hands-on STEM twist. From Snow White to Chicken Little to Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves—read each story like a scientist! • Determine if a glass slipper can withstand an evening of ballroom dancing. • Explore the buoyancy of a magical frog. • Test the power of blowing air on a house. And so much more! Find out what happens actually ever after in Fairy Tale Science. Perfect for homeschooling, science fairs, or simply igniting a passion for STEM, this anthology brings beloved tales to life in a whole new way. "A lively and captivating book." - Kirkus

When a hot-tempered dragon seizes the local bridge, the people of Berryville are cut off from their supply of beloved strawberries until they can correctly answer three questions related to weight. The grownups of the town are stumped, but one very smart little girl saves the day with some facts she learned in school.

A simple look at the habitats, characteristics and life cycles of the king of the jungle.

Elmo and his friends play a variation of everyone’ s favorite game, “Simon Says.” “Elmo Says,” is just like the original, except that here, our favorite furry little red monster leads the action. Toddlers and adults can read and join in the play—they just have to be careful to listen for those magic words: Elmo says!

A coloring book with words that begin with the letter B.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of giraffes.

A is for apples, B is for babies, C is for cat. Practice the ABCs, and discover if Elmo has a favorite letter of the alphabet.

The Rugrats babies become convinced that Earth is about to be invaded by space aliens.

How did math work before zero existed? A STEM nonfiction book that unpacks a fascinating history of a number we can’t imagine our current world without. From place value to being created and destroyed before being created again, zero has had quite a journey. Respected children’s author and consummate researcher Sarah Albee lays out the history of zero alongside the complications that initially hampered its development, including Western imperialism. A riveting nonfiction kids book with a playful feel, Zero! unravels a complicated history in tremendous detail.

The life of George Washington is introduced in this early reader biography. After General Washington led the American colonists to victory in the Revolutionary War, everyone thought he should become the first president of the United States. Washington would turn out to be a strong leader and a wise president. Beginning readers will learn about the milestones in George Washington’s life in this Level Two I Can Read biography, which combines a traditional, illustrated narrative with historical illustrations at the back of book—complete with a timeline, illustrations, and interesting facts about the United States’ first president. Kids will learn about George Washington''s spy ring, and how one of his dogs was named Sweetlips! George Washington: The First President is a Level Two I Can Read, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.

Solve kid-sized dilemmas and mysteries with the Science Solves It! series. These fun books for kids ages 5–8 blend clever stories with real-life science. Why did the dog turn green? Can you control a hiccup? Is that a UFO? Find the answers to these questions and more as kid characters dive into physical, life, and earth sciences. Buzz and his band of bullies have taken over the playground where Trevor and his friends hang out. But Trevor learns just enough about levers to challenge Buzz to a contest - and win! Books in this perfect STEM series will help kids think like scientists and get ahead in the classroom. Activities and experiments are included in every book! (Level Two; Science topic: Levers)

An introduction to cheetahs, the world''s fastest land animal.

The Sesame Street muppet pals demonstrate a variety of actions involving their tummies. On board pages.

Everyone loves something—it’s true! In this rhyming book, Elmo explains how everyone has something special they care about—babies love noise and kids love toys; Bert loves pigeons and pigeons love to coo. And, as Elmo loves to remind readers throughout the book, to toddler''s delight, “Elmo loves you!” While this is a great present for Valentine’s Day, it''s also a sweet, reassuring poem about love that kids will enjoy year round.