Wonder Reader

Just as he did in his New York Times bestseller, An Immense World, Ed Yong expands our perception of nature, this time by revealing the astonishing ways living things operate at different scales. "A tour de force. Life Beyond Measure is an invitation to transcend the limits of our bodies and...

This stunning debut novel about grief and wonder was an instant New York Times bestseller and captured widespread critical acclaim, including selection as a 2015 National Book Award finalist! After her best friend dies in a drowning accident, Suzy is convinced that the true cause of the tragedy...

Where do questions go when nobody knows the answers? Every night, young Lila lies awake wondering about the world around her. She wonders where dreams come from, how stars shine in the sky, and what hidden secrets the world might still hold. Then one magical evening, something extraordinary happens. Moonlight dances across her bedroom floor. Tiny sparkles gather in a circle, and a mysterious glowing doorway appears in her wall. Curious but cautious, Lila steps through and discovers a place unlike anything she has ever imagined: The Library of Whispers.

Stranger Things meets Erin Entrada Kelly's The First State of Being in this captivating mystery by New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Chambliss Bertman. The year is 1985 and three kids are brought together unexpectedly after discovering an abandoned hot air balloon in an overgrown field...

Beneath the roots of an ancient oak, under the soft light of a listening moon, a curious cat named Pip discovers a hidden library that breathes. The shelves hum. The pages sigh. And a wise Great Owl teaches that curiosity itself is the first spell of learning. In The Great Owl’s Library: The Library Beneath the Moon, readers are invited into a timeless world where learning glows like candlelight and every question opens a new door. Through gentle prose and lyrical storytelling, author Devon R. Browning weaves a tale of discovery, learning, and the power of listening. ✨ Perfect for ...

Este libro es mucho más que una colección de historias: es una herramienta para empoderar a los niños y mostrarles que tienen un potencial increíble dentro de ellos. Un libro pensado para transformar corazones y mentes jóvenes. Imagina a tu hijo leyendo sobre héroes que enfrentan sus miedos, resuelven problemas con creatividad y ayudan a los demás con una sonrisa. Cada historia está diseñada para inspirar, enseñar valores y reforzar habilidades esenciales para la vida.

In this captivating quest that spans the globe, a young girl who wants to know everything challenges her assumptions about family, loyalty, and friendship as she fights to save her father's legacy--and to begin creating her own. Hallelujah Wonder wants to become one of the first female...

Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of China, one of the world’s oldest and most influential civilizations? 100 Fun Facts About China is your ultimate guide to uncovering the incredible history, vibrant culture, and awe-inspiring wonders of the Middle Kingdom. Whether you're a history buff, an adventure seeker, or simply curious about the fascinating world of China, this book is a must-read for kids, teens, and anyone eager to dive into the heart of one of the most powerful nations in the world. From the ancient secrets of the Forbidden City to the modern ...

Unlock the secrets, stories, and science behind one of the most astonishing creations in human history! 100 Facts About Ancient Egypt’s Pyramids: Unlocking the Secrets of Egypt’s Majestic Tombs and Wonders is your all-in-one, action-packed guide to the most famous monuments on Earth—the pyramids of Egypt. From the blazing sands of Giza to forgotten pyramid fields buried in the desert, this book takes curious minds on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Ancient Egypt’s greatest achievements. Perfect for young explorers, history fans, and Egypt-obsessed readers, this fun and ...

Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey into the wild, breathtaking world of Alaska? 100 Fun Facts About Alaska: Discover the Wonders of the Last Frontier is your ultimate guide to one of the most untamed and awe-inspiring places on Earth. Packed with fascinating discoveries, this book takes you deep into Alaska’s natural beauty, wildlife, and rich history. Whether you're an aspiring adventurer, a young explorer, or simply someone who wants to know more about the Last Frontier, this book offers a thrilling, informative adventure like no other! From the majestic peaks of Denali...

The Ultimate Fun Fact Adventure Book Explore Dinosaurs, Black Holes, Volcanoes, Ancient Empires, and 100+ More Wild Wonders—with Games, Puzzles, and Experiments! Alex Michaels Children are like sponges when it comes to random facts… and you’ve just found a treasure trove of information that’s sure to delight them! Do you have a young adventurer of elementary or middle school age? Then they’re thirsty for information—and not just any information! They want fun, obscure facts about the world… The kinds of facts they don’t get told in school. Their minds are as ready for ...

Beneath the roots of an ancient oak, where lanterns breathe and stories whisper, Pip the small gray cat continues her apprenticeship with the wise Great Owl Archivist. When Pip discovers an inkwell that seems to dream while no one is watching, her doodles and drawings come alive—fluttering feathers, wandering stars, and letters that lift from their books. But when imagination spills too far, the Library begins to unravel. To restore balance, Pip must learn the quiet art of guiding her own creations—learning that imagination is not meant to be controlled, only tended with care. A ...

Discover the biggest waves on Earth — and the amazing science behind them! What is a tsunami? How do they start? And what can we learn from them? Big Waves, Big Wonders! is a gentle, awe-inspiring nonfiction book written especially for curious kids ages 5–8. Packed with vivid prose and beautiful explanations, this book teaches children about the science of tsunamis, how waves travel, how warning systems work, and how animals and people stay safe — all without fear or doom. 🌊 Inside you'll find: ✔️ A child-friendly explanation of how tsunamis begin ✔️ How scientists study ...

Ice cream has never tasted so evil... For Lacey Stamford, life is life. Mom to two, wife to none. Until one hot spring afternoon, when a simple, harmless decision changes it all. Now, thrust suddenly into a world she's never known, this lost soul must face the impossible: a force so evil, so unpredictable, it could destroy millions. That is, if she refuses its ultimatum. Aided by her 'gifted' son and the incomparable neuroscientist Sebastian Cannery, Lacey must plunge headfirst into the unspeakable. A dark underworld of deceivers, corrupters, and cold-blooded conglomerates. The choice is ...

This poetic picture book is an ode to life's quiet, gentle moments and all the strength, wonder, and love they contain. From daybreak to moonrise, one family savors the quiet things: The first yawn of a sunlit morning. A whispery shout in the library. The goodbye hug before school. The tick of a...

Andersen's Wonder Tales Ten of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved tales, gently retold for children ages 5-8 — the Ugly Duckling, the Emperor's New Clothes, Thumbelina, the Princess and the Pea, the Little Mermaid, the Snow Queen, and more. Magical bedtime stories for early readers.

The Titanic. The shot that started the Civil War. The assassination of Lincoln. April doesn't do quiet. April is history's most dramatic month -- where ships sink, wars begin, and leaders fall. Every single day holds a story that demands to be told. Nomical History: April brings you one gripping historical event per day, written with the narrative power of a novel and the insight of a historian. Each entry closes with reflections that make centuries-old events feel urgently relevant. Inside this history book, you'll discover: The night the Titanic sank -- and the split-second decisions that...

Discover 1,341 amazing facts across sports, animals, science, history, food, pop culture, and more! Looking for a book that will keep curious kids entertained while sneaking in a little learning? Curious Kids’ Mega Fact Book is packed with short, surprising, and laugh‑out‑loud facts designed for ages 8–12. Perfect for travel, waiting rooms, family game nights, or even as a fun bathroom reader, this collection makes knowledge feel like play. Inside you’ll find 10 exciting chapters: 🏆 Sports & Games – wild records, strange rules, and athlete oddities 🐾 Animal Kingdom ...

In the quiet town of Bellweather, sounds do not always disappear when they are lost. Some linger in the rain. Some hide beneath floorboards. Some wait inside forgotten letters, broken clocks, empty orchards, and old arguments that still burn years later. When twelve-year-old Luca Vale discovers a wounded winged creature named Aurel beneath his bed, he learns that Aurel is a Soundwing — a mysterious being that collects the sounds the world leaves behind. A child’s forgotten laugh. A whisper never spoken. A song torn apart by loneliness. A plea to come home. Together with his thoughtful ...

Feel that springtime breeze? Lyrical, rhyming text takes young listeners on a journey with adorable animals frolicking in the springtime wind.