Kids Ages

The Halloween Adventure in Mexico Join a family on their unforgettable Halloween vacation in Mexico! When their curious son sneaks away to the beach, he suddenly finds himself in the middle of a wild and mysterious adventure. With a giant whale lurking in the deep blue sea and an unexpected journey beneath the waves, the family must uncover the secrets of the ocean before it’s too late. Will they find their way back, or will Halloween hold a surprise they’ll never forget? This fun and slightly spooky story is perfect for children ages 4 to 8, offering just the right amount of excitement...

There are a few things you should know before you dive into this book: Chocolate is powerful. Eleven-year-olds are smarter than they look. Not all mysteries wear trench coats—some wear velvet and smell like fudge. This is a story about Sky Holloway. She’s not your average kid. She doesn’t play it safe, doesn’t follow instructions (especially the ones that say “Do Not Enter”), and absolutely refuses to let a good mystery go unsolved—even if it leads her straight into a secret candy vault, a rogue with a peppermint cane, or a recipe that can bend time. You might laugh. You might...

Dive into an enthralling adventure where young minds explore the wonders of the quantum realm! "Quantum Physics for Kids" is an engaging gateway to the universe of tiny particles, atoms, and mind-bending experiments, designed for the curious and the adventurous.

I have a funny story about how I escaped from my castle bedroom. Oh, what's that? You also want to know why I'm in a full body cast and the room is destroyed? Well, okay, listen closely...

A Magical Adventure That Teaches Children About Harmony, Cooperation, and Celebrating Life's Joys When mysterious music begins dancing on the wind and shadows start swaying to invisible melodies, seven-year-old Imani and her best friends Tommy and Maya know something extraordinary is about to happen. Maya's discovery of her grandmother's enchanted box opens a shimmering portal to Harmony Realm—a magical world where giraffes wear crowns of musical notes and waves sing lullabies. Perfect for ages 6-9, this enchanting chapter book combines: Character development through challenges that build...

Juliana never wanted to work for anyone else—not now, not ever. So, while most girls her age were looking for summer jobs at local cafés or souvenir stands, Juliana was busy polishing the wheels of her brand-new juice cart. With her heart set on independence and her cart full of the freshest fruit around (especially naval oranges, her favorite), she sets off down the salty cobblestone streets of her ocean-side village to meet the curious, wild, helpful, annoying, and downright hilarious world of tourists. But being your own boss isn't always sweet. Sometimes the juice stings. And ...

As a young man in India, Gandhi saw firsthand how people were treated unfairly. Refusing to accept injustice, he came up with a brilliant way to fight back through quiet, peaceful protest. He took his methods with him from South Africa back to India, where he led a nonviolent revolution that freed his country from British rule. Through his calm, steady heroism, Gandhi changed everything for India and inspired civil rights movements all over the world, proving that the smallest of us can be the most powerful.

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on Their Most Magical Adventure Yet! When a talking acorn appears on their front steps asking for help, three best friends discover that the legendary Paul Bunyan needs their assistance to save the Great Forest Festival. Perfect for early readers ages 6-9, this enchanting chapter book combines beloved American folklore with important life lessons about friendship, gratitude, and helping others. What Makes This Story Special: • Educational adventure that brings Paul Bunyan folklore to life in an age-appropriate way • Character development through individual ...

Cool secrets exist throughout God's wondrous world as Christian kids read about: 1. Tricky Tadpoles 2. Wise Cracks 3. Wolf Wonders 4. Tornadoes 5. Open Your Eyes 6. Life and Bubble Gum 7. Word Birds 8. All Puffed Up 9. River Of Miracles 10. All People 11. Underground Fire 12. New Again 13. Perfect Vision 14. A Light In The Dark 15. All About Alligators 16. Goose Bumps 17. Wonderful Water 18. All In God’s Time 19. Under Attack 20. Patience Pays 21. Underwater Singers 22. The Unlovely Lobster 23. The Sea That’s A Lake 24. The Human Body—A Living Miracle 25. Off The Bench and Into The Game

If your child enjoyed Holes, Hatchet, or Restart, they'll love The Karate Choke by Paul Breau. ★★★★★ “A great marriage of entertaining storytelling and realistic situations.” ★★★★★ “My son and I couldn’t put it down and it taught us a lot about facing your fears!” ★★★★★ “As both a teacher and a parent, I enjoyed reading this book. Highly recommended.” ★★★★★ “My son struggles to find books he loves, but he loved this book.” An intermediate chapter book for preteen boys ages 8-12! Anxiety stinks, especially when you’re the smartest ...

One day in 1882, Thomas Edison flipped a switch that lit up lower Manhattan with incandescent light and changed the way people live ever after. The electric light bulb was only one of thousands of Edison’s inventions, which include the phonograph and the kinetoscope, an early precursor to the movie camera. As a boy, observing a robin catch a worm and then take flight, he fed a playmate a mixture of worms and water to see if she could fly! An accessible, appealing biography of the inventor.

The kids are back for the second installment of the Dystopian Kids trilogy. Still trying to find their way to the safety of Idaho, they run into even more unexpected and dangerous obstacles, pushing their skills to the limit. The country is continuing to fall apart around them, their lives are in the hands of an unexpected ally. They are still wanted by the UN and the Chinese government. Will they make it to Idaho in one piece? Only time will tell. Book 2 of 3.

Bobby Phillips is an average 15-year-old boy. Until the morning he wakes up and can't see himself in the mirror. Not blind, not dreaming, Bobby is just plain invisible. There doesn't seem to be any rhyme or reason to Bobby's new condition; even his dad the physicist can't figure it out. For Bobby that means no school, no friends, no life. He's a missing person. Then he meets Alicia. She's blind, and Bobby can't resist talking to her, trusting her.

If you love trivia and interesting facts, this book has 1,000 fascinating facts and 96 black-and-white photographs to entertain, amuse, and educate all ages. It makes the perfect bathroom reader or coffee table book and is a great conversation starter and source of entertainment while learning a little. The facts and illustrations cover a wide variety of topics; for example: Almost 3% of the ice in the Antarctic glaciers is from penguin urine. Wilmer McLean's homes were involved in both the beginning and end of the American Civil War. On July 21, 1861, the First Battle of Bull Run took ...

Get ready for a collection of exciting and humorous exploits with "The Remarkable Tales of the Home Town Heroes - Book #1: Fantastic Adventures Unleashed" This five-story book is perfect for children aged 9 to 12, but readers of all ages will be captivated by the stories of four best friends (Tom, Jack, Alex and Ben) who navigate challenges together. In "The Great Slime Caper," our heroes confront a scheming team and a slime-loving lizard, grappling with tough choices to triumph in a slime competition. In "Escape from the Haunted School," the boys band together to save their school from a ...

He came. He saw. He conquered. Julius Caesar was a force to be reckoned with as a savvy politician, an impressive orator, and a brave soldier. Born in Rome in 100 BC, he quickly climbed the ladder of Roman politics, making allies - and enemies - along the way. His victories in battle awarded him the support of the people, but flush from power, he named himself dictator for life. The good times, however, would not last much longer. On the Ides of March, Caesar was brutally assassinated by a group of senators determined to end his tyranny, bringing his reign to an end.

Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence? It's true. The shy Virginia statesman refused at first, but then went on to author one of our nation's most important and inspiring documents. The third US president, Jefferson was also an architect, inventor, musician, farmer, and - what is certainly the most troubling aspect of his life - a slave owner. Finally, here's a biography for kids that unveils the many facets of this founding father's remarkable and complicated life.

The “modern” education system. It hasn't changed much since it started back in 1837. The same rules apply. Whether your child pays attention to the teacher or not, it's up to them. The problem is, even if the child tries to pay attention, many find it difficult to learn this way. In fact, compared to active learning, traditional lecturing increases the failure rates by as much as 55 percent. On top of that, it can result in thousands of dollars in private tutoring and extra resources.

A boy. A wish. A secret desire gone horribly wrong. Timothy Sperling misses his mom and dad terribly. Left behind with his morose uncle while they’re off on an expedition to avert an environmental crisis, the bird-boned boy would give anything to see them again. But when he spies a shooting star, instead of wishing to be reunited with his parents, he falters and asks for snow… only to conjure up a blizzard that won't quit! As a town that never sees winter is buried in mountains of white, Timothy teams up with a wise explorer to figure out how to stop the relentless frozen flakes. And ...

Imagine your child happily exploring the kitchen. They’re making tasty meals and snacks with ease. The "Simple Cookbook for Kids Ages 8-12" makes this happen. This fun cookbook is made for young chefs. It turns cooking into a joyful learning adventure. With cooking definitions, step-by-step instructions, clear steps, and lots of recipes, this book grabs kids' interest. Your child will be excited from the beginning. They’ll find a world of flavors and fun. The first chapters give a strong start. The book covers kitchen safety tips, key tools, and basic cooking skills. Kids will learn to ...