"When massive, intelligent aliens from Mars touch down in Victorian England and threaten to destroy the civilized world, humanity's vaunted knowledge proves to be of little use. First published in 1898, H. G. Wells's masterpiece of speculative fiction has thrilled and delighted generations of readers, spawned countless imitations, and inspired dramatizations by such masters as Orson Welles and Steven Spielberg. The War of the Worlds is a fantasy that...

When four brothers and sisters discover a Psammead, or sand-fairy, in the gravel pit near the country house where they are staying, they have no way of knowing all the adventures its wish-granting will bring them.

Marty, a child who has monsters as parents, has difficulty dealing with his differences and the fact he never has enough food to eat for lunch.

Describes events, anniversaries, and activities that happen in the month of July.

Explains what makes the month of October special, including when it is and what holidays fall in the month.

The storyteller finds himself in Twilight Land at the Inn of the Sign of Mother Goose where well-known characters from fairyland are gathered and each one tells a story.

Provides information about the bald eagle and explains how and why the bird came to be a symbol of the United States.

A boy observes some of the many things that are brown while sharing a day at the zoo with his brother.

Introduces readers to stories in rhyme to help them with counting.

"Food chains are fascinating! Did you know all food starts with the sun? Plants use the sun's energy to grow, and then they become energy for animals. Every environment has factors that affect the flow of energy in its food chains--all the way up to you! Discover what plants and animals create the links of food chains and in each environment." -- p. 4 of cover.