How Do Birds Find Their Way?

Birds don't need maps!Many birds make long journeys twice each year as they migrate between their winter and summer homes. Arctic terns fly more than 10,000 miles from the South Pole to northern Maine. Tiny little hummingbirds fly nonstop over the ocean for 500 miles. How do they know which way to fly? Why don't they get lost? Read and find out the many ideas scientists have come up with to explain this mystery.

Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Carnival Prize

What wrongdoer is any match for Cam Jansen, the girl with the amazing photographic memory? Jennifer "Cam" (short for camera) Jansen and her friend Eric use her remarkable gift to track down clues and solve thrilling and puzzling mysteries.

Listen Up! ─ Alexander Graham Bell's Talking Machine

At the Philadelphia World's Fair in 1876, Alexander Graham Bell demonstrates his latest invention--a talking machine he calls the telephone.

Mr. Burke Is Berserk!

A latest collection of offbeat adventures featuring the students and faculty at Ella Mentry School profiles eccentric groundskeeper Mr. Burke, who in addition to landscaping, plants a corn maze on the baseball diamond, drag races on a riding mower and buries something suspicious under the monkey bars.

The Fly on the Ceiling

A story about how the very messy French philosopher, Rene Descartes, invented an ingenious way to keep track of his possessions.

Olivia Builds a House

Olivia acts as architect to impress her dads client in this Ready-to-Read adventure.Olivias dad is an architect, and he has a very important client coming over to view a model home. When the model home gets damaged, its up to Olivia to save the day and impress the client!This Level 1 Ready-to-Read adaptation of a TV episode features Olivia at her inventive, problem-solving best! OLIVIA Ian Falconer Ink Unlimited, Inc. and 蝛?2012 Ian Falconer and Classic Media, LLC

Revolutionary War On Wednesday (MTH #22)

Jack and Annie go back to colonial times. General George Washington is about to lead his army in a sneak attack against their enemy. The terrible weather is making the general question his plans. Can Jack and Annie keep history on track?

Down Comes The Rain

Explains how the water cycle leads to different types of weather patterns.

Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of the Secret Pitch

In each book, fifth-grade detective "Encyclopedia" Leroy Brown solves ten mysteries. Solutions are found in the back of the book, challenging readers to practice their own skills as sleuths (and critical thinkers).

A Crazy Day with Cobras (Original MTH #45, Merlin Mission #17)

Wild Sea Creatures: Sharks, Whales and Dolphins! (Wild Kratts)

PBSs successful animated show Wild Kratts joins the adventures of zoologists Chris and Martin Kratt as they travel to animal habitats around the globe. Along the way, they encounter incredible creatures while combining science education and fun. Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 will dive into this Step 2 Reader with the Kratt brothers as they activate their Creature Power Suits to swim with sharks, whales, and other wild sea creatures! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Olivia Trains Her Cat

Olivia wants her cat to be just as amazing as Francine's, who can perform incredible tricks on demand. But teaching a cat to perform isn't as easy as it looks, as Olivia soon finds out! Kids will love this charming Ready-to-Read story with rebus icons about Olivia and her pet.