Deborah Lock

"Spaceships and Rockets takes an up-close look at the history of rockets and space travel, and technology development for space travel planned for the future. Find out how a rocket blasts off, identify the different parts of a rocket, and see if you can afford a trip into space! Read about the probes floating in space and the rover on Mars as they work to gather information to send back to earth." --publisher's website.

Captain Blackbeard and his crew of pirates set out on a sea adventure to plunder and win treasure.

Presents an introduction to Greek mythology that explains what myths are, introduces the family of Greek gods, and retells seven classic myths, and includes "Pandora's Jar," "The Fall of Icarus," "The Adventures of Perseus," and more.

Young learners learn best when activities last five to ten minutes, before they drift off-task. The10 Minutes a Day series takes this research to heart, providing quick math exercises for children perfect for those time-to-fill moments at home, and based on one of the best and most effective learning strategies: little and often. Each book includes a ten-minute timer, beat the clock exercises, and easily photocopied pages, as well as tips, guidance,...

"There is nothing more important than your child's education, but sometimes it's difficult to find the time to fit everything in. The 10 Minutes a Day series fits in around busy lives. Aimed at ages 5-7, Math covers a range of curriculum subjects, including addition and subtraction, 2D and 3D shapes, time, measurements, times tables, and lines of symmetry. Each exercise is simply and clearly introduced to help learning, and uses a variety of interesting...

Describes the type of accomodations available and the scenery travelers might expect to see on train trips throughout the world.

"Meet the fish, dolphins, and other ocean animals that live in the coral reef." --back cover.

"They swarm, and they farm. They tunnel, and they weave. Discover the amazing world of ants!" --back cover.

Presents a history of piracy throughout the world, and discusses characteristics of buccaneers, privateers, and corsairs, including descriptions of weapons and daily life.

"Brrr! Spend a year in the life of emperor penguins and their journey across frozen Antarctica." --back cover.