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So you want to be an explorer? Explorers need courage, like Alexander the Great, who conquered most of the known world. But for budding explorers out there, the rewards can be great. Neil Armstrong earned lasting fame when he became the first person to set foot on the moon.

There's so much to digest when it comes to History - how do you know where to begin? These incredible short introductions are just the thing for listeners aged 6+ who are beginning to explore ancient history. Get to know the basics on Pirates from famous looters to scurvy and hygiene.

Nineteenth-century Tibet was an unknown entity, a complete geographical mystery to the West. Where did its capital city Lhasa lie? Which rivers, lakes and mountains stretched across this land? Where were its fabled monasteries and legendary goldfields? And did the magical flying lamas actually...

Would you choose…to fall into quicksand or through thin ice? You must pick one or the other! Test your decision-making skills with these nail-biting survival questions. Then try them on your friends!

Start with a humorous, fiction story about a sloth who decides to leave home and explore the world beyond the rainforest. Then fun facts about nature's slowest mammal!

This is a novel for children aged about 8 to 14. It is a story about a young boy who was orphaned in 1857 and becomes a cabin boy on an American Merchant sailing ship. His first voyage is a trip from Providence, Rhode Island to Monterey, California. It is a long voyage that requires sailing between Cape Horn at the tip of South America and the Antarctica Peninsula. The passage around Cape Horn is known by sailors to be a brutal stretch of ocean requiring expert seamanship. The round trip requires navigating around Cape Horn twice, which sailors know as Doubling the Horn. Young readers will ...

Saesha is being raised as a Hindu girl in a patriarchal society during apartheid in the outskirts of Johannesburg, South Africa. She has no idea that apartheid even exists. Where do black South Africans live at night? Why does her dad take them through a separate entrance when they enter theme parks and picnic spots? These are just split second wonders that enter her mind when faced with it in the present.

Dschingis Khan war einer der erfolgreichsten Eroberer der Weltgeschichte. Als ganz normaler Nomadenjunge geboren, dessen Vater ermordet wurde, musste er in seiner Kindheit viel Hunger und Schikanen seines Halbbruders ertragen. Sein Wille, diesem Los zu entrinnen, war unbezwingbar. Als geschickter Kämpfer und kluger Taktiker wurde er zum Herrscher über das größte Reich, das je in der Lebenspanne eines Menschen entstand.

Brought to you by Ladybird. Winner of The FutureBook of the Year Award 2019 and Week Junior Audiobook of the Year 2023. Meet our fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy AKA the smartest raven in the universe as they set out on their next action-packed Ladybird Audio Adventure! Embark on a...

Brought to you by Ladybird. Winner of The FutureBook of the Year Award 2019 and Week Junior Audiobook of the Year 2023. Meet our fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy AKA the smartest raven in the universe as they set out on their next action-packed Ladybird Audio Adventure! All aboard...

Have you ever looked at the towers, houses, bridges and parks around you, and wondered how they got there? The answer is in the greatest experiment in human history: the city. In The Story of the City, urban historian Leo Hollis takes listeners on a captivating journey through the history of...

Are you curious about rocks and gems? What are the differences between rocks, minerals, and gems? Are there rocks in outer space? How many kinds of gems exist? Learn more with Smithsonian: Rocks & Gems.

A quarterback dodges three defenders to throw to his wide receiver, who makes a miraculous catch, pinning the ball against his helmet as he falls to the turf. Four plays later, that same QB makes a game-winning throw to the end zone to win the Super Bowl. This is the NFL's ultimate prize. Young fans will savor the surprising facts, amazing stories, and legendary players found in this book.

Dive into a whirlwind of mind-bending trivia and say hello to unforgettable conversations without ever leaving the comfort of your armchair! Are you constantly searching for facts that will astound your friends and family? Are you eager to explore the world's oddities yet overwhelmed by dull, dry, and jargon-filled resources? If any of these questions ring true, rest assured that your quest for a perfect treasure trove of mind candy and factoids is inside this crazy-fun book!

Brought to you by Puffin. It's your LUCKY day! You’ve stumbled across an ancient treasure chest in your school that was buried THOUSANDS of years ago by achild living in ancient Egypt. And the chest is packed with 20 strange and curious items that tell us so much about their life, such as: ...

Costa Rica has so much to offer that it's hard to know where to start. 'Take the Kids Along' - Costa Rica makes your trip easy with tons of important information:Find Unique Family Friendly Hotels What to See and Do for the Family Where to See Tons of Wildlife and Have Personal Encounters Travel Like a Local - Find Secret Attractions Your Kids Will LoveFreebies and Great Deals for the Whole FamilyTry Local and Traditional Costa Rica Food and RestaurantsHelpful Maps of each areaGreat Images to Know Where You Are goingPlus so much more! Traveling with younger kids is also challenging, this ...

Although pioneers faced danger and sickness as they journeyed west, their children often found moments of delight.

World Folktales for Kids: Stories to Learn, Share, and Connect is a multicultural collection of traditional folktales from around the world, created to help children explore different cultures through the power of storytelling. These engaging stories introduce young readers to diverse traditions, values, and perspectives while highlighting the universal themes that connect us all. Perfect for families, classrooms, and shared reading, this book encourages empathy, curiosity, and meaningful conversations about the world we live in. An inspiring anthology that helps kids learn, share, and ...

Perfect for Ages 6-9 Part of the Beloved "What Shall We Do Today?" Series Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on an extraordinary journey where breakfast falls from the sky and a mysterious bottle unlocks a frozen kingdom in desperate need of heroes! When pancakes start raining from a clear blue sky and Tommy's compass spins wildly out of control, the three friends know magic is calling them to another adventure. But this time, Maya brings something extra special—a mysterious bottle from her grandmother's attic labeled "For February 27th Only." Inside the Kingdom of Lost Scents, every smell that ...

Take your equally horrible pick as you debate and decide between survival strategies. Will you make it out alive? Fun facts will keep kids listening, interested - and strategizing!