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From Vlad the Impaler to Attila the Hun — the most heinous moments in history are exposed in these highly illustrated biographies of the most villainous tyrants who have walked the earth.

This book contains stories including Blitz, War Nurse and Sophie's Secret War.

- The format of the series is unique, with humorous, cartoon-like original illustrations from the author. — This series is printed in a dozen different languages worldwide; more than two million copies of the English editions have been sold since its initial publication. — Special sales potential in museum gift shops. — Perfect for developing scientists and critical thinkers. — Emphasizes the hard work, patience, and fearless curiosity needed to do great science.

- The format of the series is unique, with humorous, cartoon-like original illustrations from the author. — This series is printed in a dozen different languages worldwide; more than two million copies of the English editions have been sold since its initial publication. — Special sales potential in museum gift shops. — Perfect for developing scientists and critical thinkers. — Emphasizes the hard work, patience, and fearless curiosity needed to do great science.

Alice has a nose for trouble, but luckily she's a fairy — a Temporary Fairy. She has a magic wand, fairy wings, and a blanket, all of which she uses to disappear, to fly, and to turn her father into a horse! There are still a few things Alice needs to learn to become a Permanent Fairy, like how to float her dog on the ceiling and make her clothes put themselves away, but she's working on it — sort of. This endearing, funny story about a girl and her vivid imagination, is sure to delight every fairy in training!

- The format of the series is unique, with humorous, cartoon-like original illustrations from the author. — This series is printed in a dozen different languages worldwide; more than two million copies of the English editions have been sold since its initial publication. — Special sales potential in museum gift shops. — Perfect for developing scientists and critical thinkers. — Emphasizes the hard work, patience, and fearless curiosity needed to do great science.

- The format of the series is unique, with humorous, cartoon-like original illustrations from the author. — This series is printed in a dozen different languages worldwide; more than two million copies of the English editions have been sold since its initial publication. — Special sales potential in museum gift shops. — Perfect for developing scientists and critical thinkers. — Emphasizes the hard work, patience, and fearless curiosity needed to do great science.

Horrible Science is getting a make-over! Readers will be fascinated to find out which scary surgeon stole a giant's dead body and what Egyptians did with tortoise brains. With a fantastic new cover look and extra horrible bits at the back of the book, this best-selling title is sure to be a huge hit with a new generation of Horrible Science readers.

In 1939, the start of the Second World War, Sophie becomes a messenger for a Resistance group in Northern France. But as the German invaders overwhelm the British forces on the French coast, Sophie finds herself more deeply involved with the Resistance — in a dangerous plan to save a young Scottish soldier...

This title provides two Tudor stories by Alison Prince in a flexibound format. My Tudor Queen is the diary of Eva De Puebla who comes to England as lady-in-waiting to Catherine of Aragon. Anne Boleyn and Me is the story of Elinor Valjean, Eva's daughter, who serves in Henry VIII's court.

Tiddler tells the tallest tales in the ocean, so who will believe him when he really gets caught in a net? Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's magical story is accompanied by a fun-filled audio CD: includes full story with music, Tiddler's Underwater Exploring Game, the Tiddler Song (plus instrumental version) and a readalong version of the story with musical page.

Brighten up your wall with this colorful, 30-foot-long alphabet and number frieze that you can use to teach the alphabet, numbers, counting, handwriting, and more! Includes an activity guide For use with Grades 2–5.

Brighten up your wall with this colorful, 30-foot-long alphabet and number frieze that you can use to teach the alphabet, numbers, counting, handwriting, and more! Includes an activity guide.

This must-have collection of 40+ word lists is packed with synonym choices for the most commonly overused words, such as good and said, as well as dozens of options for strong verbs, smooth transitions, and sensory and emotion words. A quick-reference guide for teachers and students to use during writing lessons and for independent work. For use with Grades 48.

Everyone wants to give their special friend Clifford a special birthday present. But the blow-up ball gets blown up, the pinata gets smashed, the sweater is too small, and the beauty parlor gift certificate just didn't seem exactly right. Finally, Clifford gets the best present of all — his family there to celebrate with him.

Books are available in paperback editions and as reinforced library bindings — either one is a perfect grown up format for preschoolers who have just graduated from board books. Bright green and blue branding clearly identifies the entire Rookie Preschool line; each level of Rookie books will each carry its own distinctive color pattern. Each Rookie Learn About book focuses on a high-interest preschool topic. Each Rookie Learn About book also includes 1 of 5 essential curriculum themes as a secondary learning topic: self; home/family; neighborhood; wider world; readiness concepts. At the end of each book is a parent note with suggested activites linked to the story and its theme.

From the bestselling team of Marzollo and Wick comes a fun new way for youngsters to learn their ABCs. Easy-to-read riddles are paired with 46 object-filled photos to create the most engaging alphabet book ever.

Decorated throughout with silver and gold foil highlights, this beautifully illustrated story of the first Christmas is retold in rhyme for the very youngest of children. With sturdy board pages luxuriously edged in gold, this is the perfect gift for Christmas.

Tilly lives in turbulent times. It's the 1550s; when Queen Mary ousts Lady Jane Grey to win the throne, her executioners are kept busy. Even Princess Elizabeth is imprisoned in the Tower. As Tilly watches the plots and politics of the Tudor court unfolding, she waits for her chance to deliver a very important letter...

The Battle of Britain — when the RAF fought the Luftwaffe for control of the skies above the English Channel. The decisive battle at Alamein, where the British 'Eighth Army' destroyed the German forces in Egypt. D-Day — the Allied invasion of France, when 130,000 men were landed on the Normandy beaches under enemy fire.

I, Geronimo Stilton, am not a big fan of races. I like to take my time and smell the cheese! But when my friend Bruce Hyena invited me to race across America on my bicycle, I just couldn't resist. And holey cheese, what a fabumouse adventure we had!

This bright, tactile board book celebrates a first encounter with the most colorful season: fall! Bold, simple illustrations and textures show what a child first sees, hears, touches, and feels. And no matter how windy it may be outside, this child ends up safe and snug in Daddy's arms. The third in this series of four seasonal offerings. Introducing Little Scholastic, a developmental publishing program of interactive books created exclusively to give babies and toddlers a head start in learning.

This bright, tactile board book celebrates a first encounter with the most cheerful season: spring! Bold, simple illustrations and textures show what a child first sees, hears, touches, and feels. And no matter how windy or wet it may be outside, this child ends up safe and dry in Mommy's arms. The second in this series of four seasonal offerings. Introducing Little Scholastic, a developmental publishing program of interactive books created exclusively to give babies & toddlers a head start in learning.

The full story of Anakin Skywalker, from his birth in slavery to his death as the powerful Darth Vader, is told for the first time in its entirety by a New York Times bestselling author. Spanning all six films and including the pieces of the story that fill in the gaps, this novel will be a must-have for every fan.