Ibn Al-Haytham

Celebrated in a film featuring Omar Sharif in his final role, meet the scientist known as the "Father of Optics," Ibn al-Haytham! During the golden age of science, knowledge, and invention in Muslim civilization -- also known as the "Dark Ages" in Western Europe -- this incredible scholar discovered how we see and set the stage for the methods we now know as the scientific process. Packed with beautiful and engaging photos, kids will learn all about this fascinating scientist. The Level 3 text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging, information for independent readers. This book is a companion to the international educational campaign, "1001 Inventions and the World of Ibn al-Haytham," that includes interactive exhibits, workshops, live shows, and a 12-minute film starring Omar Sharif in his final film role before his death.

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.

Geronimo Stilton, Secret Agent

Geronimo Stilton, is a quiet, mild-mannered mouse, who keeps getting pulled into adventures. Narrated as if the books are autobiographical adventures, this series is Italy's most popular children's series and has been translated into English.

Good Morning, Gorillas (MTH #26)

The magic tree house takes Jack and Annie to an African rainforest, where the siblings encounter gorillas and learn to communicate with them.

Ms. Todd Is Odd!

When Miss Daisy is absent from school and Ms. Todd, an overexcited and always smiling teacher, takes over as the substitute, A.J. and his friends are sure that she kidnapped Miss Daisy and have to do some detective work to prove it.

Mrs. Dole Is Out of Control!

A.J. and the gang are excited to be graduating second and moving into third grade, but are a bit worried when the PTA president goes a little bit overboard, planning fireworks, a petting zoo, and a flyover of the Blue Angels for the event.

Knight for a Day

When Wiglaf learns that he has won "A Day With Sir Lancelot" he can hardly believe it. His friend Erica can't believe it, either! Is she jealous, or is there something fishy about The World's Most Perfect Knight?

The Philly Fake

What better city to spend the Fourth of July than Philadelphia? For Mike and Kate, the holiday is all about hot dogs, history, and baseball ! But the Phillies are in no mood to celebrate. They keep losing, and some people blame the lovable Phillie Phanatic! Can Mike and Kate help the Phanatic clear his name? The Philly Fake includes several pages of "Dugout Notes," fun facts about Philly's ballpark. Cross Ron Roy's A to Z Mystery series with Matt Christopher's sports books and you get the Ballpark Mysteries: fun, puzzling whodunits aimed at the younger brothers and sisters of John Feinstein fans.

Mayor Hubble Is in Trouble!

Election day is just around the corner, and guess who's running for student council? A.J. and Andrea! Mayor Hubble is going to teach the students all of the ins and outs of politics, and every vote counts. Who's going to win? Who's going to lose? And who's going to kiss a baby? Ugh, disgusting!

A Perfect Time for Pandas (Original MTH #48, Merlin Mission #20)

Pirates Past Noon (MTH #4)

Jack and Annie are in deep trouble when the Magic Tree House takes them back to the days of desert islands, secret maps, hidden gold--and ruthless pirates!

Arthur’s camp-out

Bored with spring vacation, Arthur decides to go alone on an overnight field trip in the woods behind his house.