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The Way We Work

In this comprehensive and entertaining resource, David Macaulay reveals the inner workings of the human body as only he could. In order to present this complicated subject in an accurate and entertaining way, he put in years of research. He sat in on anatomy classes, dissections, and even reached inside the rib cages of two cadavers to compare their spleen sizes. He observed numerous surgeries, including a ten-hour procedure where a diseased pancreas was removed, as well as one where a worn-out old knee was replaced by a brand new one. This hands-on investigation gives Macaulay a unique perspective to lead his readers on a visual journey through the workings of the human body.

1 issue / $35.00 US
Snapshot Picture Library: Baby Animals

"Vibrant photographs and simple, informative text make these Snapshot Picture Library board book editions perfect for your young one's library. From ducklings to piglets, this book sure has some adorable baby animals! "

1 issue / $3.49 US
Snapshot Picture Library: Emergency Vehicles

Thrilling photographs take you behind the scenes with mighty machines. Also in the series Airplanes, Tractors & Trucks.

1 issue / $3.49 US
Snapshot Picture Library: Horses

"Vibrant photographs and simple, informative text make these Snapshot Picture Library board book editions perfect for your young one's library. With all of the beautiful horse photographs and facts, this book is perfect for any young horse lover! "

1 issue / $3.49 US

Snapshot Picture Library: Tractors

Thrilling photographs take you behind the scenes with mighty machines. Also in collectible series Airplanes, Emergency Vehicles & Trucks.

1 issue / $3.49 US
I Dreamed of Flying Like a Bird

"Climb aboard a helicopter with National Geographic photographer Robert Haas and journey all over the world in search of wild animals and exotic places. Cruise over the savanna grasslands of Africa and watch from above as lions hunt buffalos, one of the few ""fair fights"" in the African wilderness. Enjoy the spectacle as brilliant pink flamingos run faster and faster along the surface of the water before taking off and landing to form the perfect shape of a huge flamingo. Track muddy footprints across a rain-drenched salt pan to find a lone wildebeest that joins a herd of zebras. Even catch a glimpse of a large group of sharks that glide silently through shallow water in search of their next meal. I Dreamed of Flying Like a Bird takes readers across the globe, from the marshlands of Botswana to the frigid waters of Greenland to the jungles of Brazil. Haas’s stunning color photographs bring to life the awesome beauty and pulsating action of nature’s wildest creatures and the thrill of capturing the perfect image from the air. The author’s dream of flying like a bird provides the perfect vantage point for witnessing unusual drama and adventures from a bird’s eye view. This book is a gorgeous, thrilling experience for adventurers of all ages."

1 issue / $14.95 US
How to Get Rich in the Texas Cattle Drive

How to Get Rich on a Texas Cattle Drive follows the adventures of a 15-year-old cowhand on the famous Chisholm Trail through Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas, as he battles stampedes, rustlers, angry Comanche braves, territorial Kansas farmers, and half a continent’s worth of dust. With a combination of tongue-in-cheek humor and actual historical detail, this fictional account draws from the personal accounts of cowhands who drove cattle from the plains of Texas to the railheads of the Midwest in the 1800’s to capture the American drive towards success and riches.

1 issue / $15.95 US
Science Fair Winners: Junkyard Science

Pull on your gloves and experience the science of trashology! It’s all about the stuff that’s thrown away: analyzing the waste produced by your school’s cafeteria, understanding the decomposition rates of garbage bags, comparing the cost effectiveness of one-use batteries versus rechargeables. This book is peppered with enlightening extras and humorous asides, such as background stories from expert "trashologists." Plus, kids get tips on how to rock the science fair.

1 issue / $10.95 US

SuperStars

Everyone knows that those bright, white dots in the night sky are stars; but how many of us really know what stars are, how they are born, how their lives affect ours, and how they die. SuperStars! is a book to expand the knowledge and fire the imaginations of stargazers everywhere. Expert David Aguilar guides young readers through a galaxy of stars, including the biggest, wariest, and most explosive, not to mention star daycares and "diamonds in the sky". SuperStars! is a title that will intrigue kids and bring all those mesmerizing little dots of light in the night sky to life...

1 issue / $12.95 US
Science Fair Winners: Experiments to Do on Your Family

Young investigators discover for themselves how humans learn, as they delve into the mysteries of their shared DNA. Figure out a little brother or sister by analyzing what a very young child can see…learn about relationships through activities that analyze birth order and how siblings resolve conflict. As with all the books in our Science Fair Winners series, this refreshing volume promises creative and irresistible experiments that will awaken the scientist in every student.

1 issue / $10.95 US
National Geographic Readers: Ants

Ants are everywhere. They creep, they crawl, they climb, and they fall. But they get up and they keep on working. Ants come in all different shapes, different sizes, and different colors. And they do a lot of different jobs. These hard-working little creatures thrive wherever they go, making whatever adaptations necessary in their ever-changing world.

1 issue / $3.99 US
Face to Face with Lions

"You look straight ahead. You try to breathe normally. You can smell the scent of the huge cat that is staring back. You are a cameraman. He is the King of Beasts. Your only thought is ""I hope he has eaten today."" Let National Geographic Explorers-in-Residence Dereck and Beverly Joubert bring you closer to the power and majesty of the regal African lion. With fewer than 25,000 wild lions now left on Earth, the authors make a passionate plea to young readers to take an active role in securing a future for these magnificent creatures."

1 issue / $6.95 US

National Geographic Readers: Frogs

WHAT WAS THAT? That’s the roaring burp of a bullfrog! SEE THAT? That’s the slick, shiny skin of colorful little rainforest frogs! Alive with froggy facts, this book has the coolest photos to bring kids deep into the swampy world of our amphibian amigos.

1 issue / $3.99 US
Face to Face with Frogs

"You’re two inches away from a poison dart frog. You’re lying on the rain forest floor as she hops toward you, utterly fearless. This deadly terribilis frog has nothing to fear; your fear is that any accidental contact with your skin could mean death! Let Mark Moffett give you the expert view on our amphibian friends, from metamorphosis to diet, from habitat to distinctive features; and learn why we urgently need to foster a healthier planet for these sensitive creatures."

1 issue / $6.95 US
Face to Face with Dolphins

You’re in the water, and suddenly, right beside you, he is beaming brightly. You’re face to face with a dolphin, one of the friendliest mammals on Earth. Dive deep into the dolphins’ realm with Flip Nicklin, one of the world’s foremost photographers of these smiling wonders. Meet dolphin types, from botus to orcas to bottlenose; see how they nurse, fish, and echolocate. Nicklin’s enthusiasm and the special kinship we all feel for these intelligent creatures is an inspiration to all readers to take action to help protect their ocean home.

1 issue / $6.95 US
Holiday Gifts Kids Can Make

Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.

1 issue / $3.95 US

100+ No-Sew Fabric Crafts for Kids

Need a quick party favor? A rainy-day game? A gift for a baby or child? You'll find all those and much more in this charming book of no-sew children's projects - bookmarks, coasters, mobiles, games and toys, party goods, room décor, and holiday goodies.

1 issue / $9.99 US
Covered with Love

Spirited new Piece O' Cake designs created just for kids.

1 issue / $19.99 US
Sewing Fun for Kids—Patchwork, Gifts & More!

Fun, safe practice exercises lead into projects your kids will love to create. Complete supply lists and step-by-step instructions make it easy.

1 issue / $11.99 US
The Best of Sewing Machine Fun For Kids

This is the book that every family needs! Imagine your children or grandchildren’s pleasure and pride when they learn how to sew their own gifts and other projects. Now the first two titles in the award-winning “I’ll Teach Myself” Sewing Machine Fun series are available for the first time in one convenient volume! “The Best of Sewing Machine Fun for Kids” offers a delightful introduction to the world of sewing for children aged 7 and up. Clear, colorful directions help kids have fun as they develop skills that will last a lifetime.

1 issue / $11.99 US