Ice Mummy ─ The Discovery of a 5,000-Year-Old Man

This Level 4 Step into Reading title describes the discovery of the frozen body of a man, who was found to be more than 5,000 years old.

Sky High ─ George Ferris's Big Wheel

This fascinating Step 3 History Reader describes the invention of the first Ferris wheel--an engineering marvel. The 1893 World's Fair organizers wanted something big to draw people to Chicago . . . something that would rival the Eiffel Tower. George Ferris, an American engineer, had the idea for an observation wheel that passengers could ride on. People laughed at his idea. They said it would never work. But it was a huge success, with thirty-six cars that could hold over 2,100 riders! That's some big wheel! Ferris wheel lovers can thank George Ferris for never giving up his dream. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics--for children who are ready to read on their own.

Twilight

New territory brings new troubles for the fierce cats of the warrior Clans. Dangers they have never faced before are lurking in the twilight shadows, and former allies are acting strangely hostile.As divisions between the Clans grow deeper, Firestar's daughters face troubling decisions. The choices they make now could affect ThunderClan for generations to come . . . and with an unexpected enemy preparing to attack, their courage and strength will be needed more than ever if the Clan is to survive.

Captain Underpants And The Sensational Saga Of Sir Stinks-A-Lot

There's something rotten in the state of Ohio, and it's smellier than a pile of putrid gym socks! Steer clear -- it's Sir Stinks-A-Lot! George and Harold, and their doubles, Yesterday George and Yesterday Harold, have a good thing going. Two of them go to school, while the other two hide in the tree house and play video games all day -- then they switch! But when their malicious gym teacher, Mr. Meaner, creates a method of mind-control that turns their fellow students into attentive, obedient, perfect children, the future of all humanity will be in their hands!

Power of the Fire Dragon

When the king decides to take the dragons to Arkwood to visit Queen Rose, Rori, Drake, and their dragons are left behind--so when the evil wizard Maldred attacks the castle riding a giant four-headed dragon that spits poison, the two young dragon mastersand their dragons are forced to defend the castle by themselves.

Owl At Home

Owl invites Winter into his home, concocts tear-water tea, and tries to be in two places at once.

The Great Egyptian Grave Robbery

When Stanley receives a letter from an archaeologist, he travels by airmail to Egypt to help find an ancient treasure within the great pyramid. But what if even the flattest boy on earth can't wriggle out of the terrible mess he finds himself in?

The Absent Author

The Deadly Dungeon

Wallis Wallace, has invited Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose for a sleepover--in a haunted castle! As soon as the young detectives arrive, they start hearing screams behind the walls. Will they discover who--or what--is haunting Moose Manor?

How To Train Your Dragon

Hiccup may be the son of the chief of the Hairy Hooligans, but he isn't exactly heroic Viking material. When the tribe is faced with danger, Hiccup's unusual dragon-training techniques prove successful and he and his unique beast become true heroes.

Class President

It's "hole" day at school and all the students are wearing their very worst clothes. And then they learn the president--of the United States--is on his way and no one has time to change!

My Son, the Time Traveler

When Zack goes to a store to buy a baseball card, he finds himself face-to-face with his future son who has traveled back in time.