Leonardo Da Vinci

How did Leonardo da Vinci become interested in flight? What are some of his most famous paintings? Do his scientific ideas measure up to what we know today? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this Magic Tree House Research Guide.

Ancient Rome And Pompeii

What was it like to be a gladiator? How many people died in the destruction of Pompeii? How did Roman children spend their days? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this Magic Tree House Research Guide.

Mummies And Pyramids

Jack and Annie look at mummies, hieroglyphics, gods and goddesses, and life in ancient Egypt.

Dinosaurs

Jack and Annie explain about all the different types of dinosaurs.

Sea Monsters

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Getting the facts behind the fiction has never looked better. Track the facts with Jack and Annie!! When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure inMagic Tree House Merlin Mission #11: Dark Day in the Deep Sea,they had lots of questions. How big is a giant squid? What is a dragonfish? How do deep-sea creatures find food when its so dark down there? What do scientists think mythical sea monsters might really be? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Jack and Annie track the facts. Filled with up-to-date information, photos, illustrations, and fun tidbits from Jack and Annie, the Magic Tree House Fact Trackers are the perfect way for kids to find out more about the topics they discovered in their favorite Magic Tree House adventures. And teachers can use Fact Trackers alongside their Magic Tree House fiction companions to meet common core text pairing needs. Did you know that theres a Magic Tree House book for every kid? Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures Have more fun with Jack and Annie at MagicTreeHouse.com!

Space

Jack and Annie's very own guide to the secrets of the universe.

Penguins And Antarctica

This book answers questions about Antarctica and the animals that live there, from how penguins survive in the frigid conditions to what happens at a South Pole research station.

Twisters And Other Terrible Storms

Describes the changing nature of weather and how meteorologists predict and study such storms as tornadoes, hurricanes, and blizzards.

Tsunamis And Other Natural Disasters

Jack and Annie present a guide to geological disasters for young readers that answers such questions as "What are the warning signs that a tsunami is on the way?" and "Can scientists predict earthquakes?".

Ancient Greece And The Olympics

What was it like to live in ancient Greece? What gods and goddesses did Greeks believe in? How did the Olympics start? What was the winner's prize? Find out the answers to these questions and many more in this Magic Tree House Research Guide.

Pirates

Up-to-date information, exciting photos, fun illustrations, and interesting tidbits offer explanations on pirate flags, pirate treasure, real-life pirates, walking the plank, and more.

Pilgrims

Nonfiction companion to Thanksgiving On Thursday.

Titanic

Explores the history of the steamship Titanic, from Thomas Andrews' plans for "the safest ship on the ocean" to the lingering questions concerning its disastrous maiden voyage in 1912.

Sabertooths And The Ice Age

This nonfiction companion to Sunset Of The Sabertooth explores the secrets of the Ice Age, including information about the people and animals that lived at that time.

Rain Forests

A guide to the mysteries of the rain forest. Includes information on rain forests around the world; fun facts about rain-forest bugs, birds, plants, and animals; maps and photographs; and much more!

Knights And Castles

Jack and Annie look at knights, armor, and life in a castle.

Dolphins And Sharks

Discusses dolphins and sharks, their ocean habitats, and general information about oceans and oceanography.

Polar Bears And The Arctic

Find out why the arctic is so cold, how polar bears cross thin ice, and many other facts about the arctic.

The Astro Outlaw

Mike and Kate tour the Johnson Space Center with an astronaut in the morning and at the Houston Astros' ball game that evening, the cousin's search for the person who steals the astronaut's moonrock when he arrives at the stadium to sign autographs.

Anne Frank's Chestnut Tree

Hidden away in their Secret Annex in Amsterdam during World War II, Anne Frank and her family could not breathe fresh air or see the blue sky for years. But through an attic window Anne could see the branches of a tall chestnut tree. This small glimpse of nature gave Anne hope and courage. It inspired her writing, which, in turn, inspired the whole world. Jane Kohuth explores Anne Frank's strong belief in the healing power of nature in this Step 3 leveled reader biography for newly independent readers ages 58.

The Secret of the Sacred Temple ― Cambodia

When an archaeologist who guards the priceless 1,000-year-old treasures of the temple of Angor Wat goes missing, her daughter Kate calls on Jack to help bring her home. No sweat for a top secret agent. Except this time it's personal. The archaeologist also has information leading to the whereabouts of Jack's missing brother. Now Jack must stop a power-hungry madman before the treasure, and the archaeologist, disappear forever.

Miss Laney Is Zany!

A.J. has to go see Miss Laney, the speech teacher, which makes no sense at all because he already knows how to talk. Miss Laney has him say weird tongue twisters and forces him to be the lead in the third grade play, Romeo and Juliet.

Fancy Nancy: Splendid Speller

Nancy loves spelling, and she prides herself in being really good at it. Young readers will relate to Nancy's dilemma when she finds herself unexpectedly stumped on a spelling test.

Trains!

Young locomotive fans are introduced to various trains, their functions and their respective stories, including the 19th-century steam locomotives that bridged the American East and West, the Japanese "pusher" commuter trains and the Scottish train used as the Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter films.

Leprechaun in Late Winter (Original MTH #43, Merlin Mission #15)

Mr. Perfect

Being perfect is quite a challenge for this Mr. Men character, but somehow he manages to maintain his high standards!

Where Do Polar Bears Live?

Uniquely adapted for life on the ice, polar bears have skin and blubber that cover them like a warm blanket and fur between the pads of their paws to keep them from slipping. But many scientists believe that climate change, which is causing ice to melt in the Arctic, may make it impossible for polar bears to live in the wild by as soon as 2020.

Ballerina Dreams ─ From Orphan to Ballerina

Perfect for newly independent readers--the amazing true story of Michaela DePrince, one of America's top ballerinas. At the age of three, Michaela DePrince found a photo of a ballerina that changed her life. She was living in an orphanage in Sierra Leone at the time, but was soon adopted by a family and brought to America. Michaela never forgot the photo of the dancer she once saw, and quickly decided to make her dream of becoming a ballerina come true. She has been dancing ever since and is now a principal dancer in New York City and has been featured in the ballet documentary First Position, as well as Dancing with the Stars , Good Morning America, and Oprah magazine. Young readers will love learning about this inspiring ballerina in this uplifting and informative leveled reader. This Step 4 Step into Reading book is for newly independent readers who read simple sentences with confidence.

Theodore Boone: The Abduction

When we last saw Theo Boone, he ensured that justice was served by uncovering evidence that kept a guilty man off of the streets. Hot off this high-profile murder trial, thirteen-year-old Theo is still dispensing legal advice to friends and teachers. But just when it seems as if his life has calmed down and gone back to the status quo, a new legal mystery comes to town, and this time it's personal.

Super Fast, Out of Control!

Afraid of his new mountain bike, third-grader Marvin finds himself in a desperate situation when he accepts a challenge to ride down Suicide Hill.