Hungry, Hungry Sharks

A simple discussion of the kinds of sharks and their behavior

The Wrigley Riddle

During a visit to the Chicago Cubs' Wrigley Field, cousins Mike and Kate investigate why someone has been tampering with the famous ivy vines growing on the outfield walls. Includes historical note.

A Good Night for Ghosts (Original MTH #42, Merlin Mission #14)

The Wild, Wild West

Geronimo travels to the old western town of Cactus City, where he finds himself in for a showdown with Wicked Whiskers, the evil sheriff.

Henry and Mudge and the Bedtime Thumps

In this adventure, Henry and Mudge spend a scary night together at Henry's grandmother's house in the country.

Clara and the bookwagon

Clara's dream of enriching her rough life on the family farm is fulfilled when a horse-drawn book wagon visits with the country's first traveling library.

Volcanoes! ─ Mountains of Fire

A volcano could be called a sleeping mountain--that is, until it wakes up! What is it like to witness the eruption of one of nature's majestic time bombs? Young readers can learn what makes volcanoes "tick," and read about some of the most famous eruptions in history.

Gargamel and the Smurfs

Four Smurftastic stories all featuring the arch-enemy of the Smurfs, Gargamel! In "The Smurfnapper," which is also the first appearance of Gargamel, a Smurf is kidnapped by the evil wizard, who wants to use him as an ingredient in a potion. It's up to Papa Smurf and the rest of the smurfs to break into his lab and save their friend without ending up as a treat for Gargamel's cat Azrael. Also featuring "The Smurf Not Like the Others" and "The Smurfs and the Little Ghost."

Pete The Cat And The Bad Banana

Pete the Cat bites into a bad banana and decides that he never wants to eat bananas again. But Pete really likes bananas! Will one rotten bite ruin the whole bunch?

Pop! A Book About Bubbles

Why are soap bubbles always round? Why do they always go POP? Simple, clear text explains the basic science behind an activity every child loves.

Henry and Mudge and the Wild Wind

A trip to Grandmother's house in the country presents new challenges to Henry and Mudge.

Night of the Ninth Dragon (Original MTH #55, Merlin Mission #27)