Synopsis: Ghosts are deceptive things, and you have in your hands a book of them that is a lot bigger than it looks. At first glance it appears to contain a mere twenty-three ghost stories and their accompanying illustrated specters. However, the pages are neatly guillotined so that each story has a separate beginning, middle and end; and each summoned ghost is dissected into head, body and legs (or something akin to legs). The discerning reader can mix…

Synopsis: The Bailey Elementary third-graders are greeted at camp by the gorwling, barefoot Mr. Jenkins. He eats nearly raw hamburgers, avoids lights and campfires, and warns the campers about the legend of a little boy's disappearance and the howl of a lone wolf. Could Mr. Jenkins be a werewolf?

Synopsis: Laura Lee Benson's lilting verse carries us from one panoramic scene to another as we explore the landscapes and creatures that live on Earth. The simple prose facts, a subtext to the verse, serve as an introduction to earth and life sciences. Carrozza's exquisite watercolors help create a book that instructs and inspires.

Synopsis: From initial concept to finished art, the "Learn to Draw" series provides young and beginning artists with practical step-by-step instruction in a warm, friendly voice.

Synopsis: Individual books for each unit build important social studies concepts through on-level text and strong visual images. May be purchased as a single copy or in packs of six copies of the same title.The Student Package includes 1 copy of all 8 Student BookThe Teacher Package includes 1 copy of all 8 Teacher Guides plus a FREE Teacher Binder

Synopsis: Since its release in March 1999, RollerCoaster Tycoon has sold over 400,000 units! This popular sim game is consistently among the top 5 best selling PC games and is currently listed at #5 on the PC Data chart. Last month, RollerCoaster Tycoon sold over 50,000 units ! Building on the phenomenal success of this game, Prima is re-releasing ROLLERCOASTER TYCOON: PRIMA'S OFFICIAL STRATEGY GUIDE to help gamers create the mega-coaster of their dreams…

Synopsis: Second chance reading is structured for upper-elementary, middle school, and high school remedial readers.

Synopsis: Children can discover the enchanting world of The Wind in the Willows in this sumptuous volume of stories adapted from Kenneth Grahame's enduring classic.Lavishly illustrated by Graham Philpot, each tale is retold for younger readers, introducing them to the much-loved characters of Rat, Mole, Badger and, of course, the irrepressible Toad.

Synopsis: Book by Osborne, Mary Pope, Boyce, Natalie Pope

Synopsis: How is a hurricane born? What color are tornado funnels? The fascinating answers to these and many other questions about tornadoes and hurricanes await curious minds. This book will not only intrigue readers, but will help them prepare for a storm. Illustrations

Synopsis: Describes the hunting activities of various bugs, including the praying mantis, wood ant, and dragonfly.

Synopsis: Now in Paperback! In Eyewitness: Ancient Egypt, travel back in time and discover one of history's most remarkable civilizations — from the legends of the great Pharaohs to the triumphs of the ordinary people. Explore the inside of the Great Pyramid in Giza, or learn how Tutankhamun's tomb was found. Images and supported text throughout the book showcase the pottery, weapons and other objects Ancient Egyptians left behind, the architecture they…

Synopsis: With over 150 superb action shots and artworks of lizards, children will not fail to be hooked on learning more about these fascinating creatures.

Synopsis: A visually dramatic and engaging information book for younger children, this encyclopedia introduces essential facts and answers many questions about the world and how the forces of nature affect people''s lives and environment.'

Synopsis: A digital solution for your classroom with features created with teachers and students in mind: * Perpetual license * 24 hour, 7 days a week access * No limit to the number of students accessing one title at a time * Provides a School to Home connection wherever internet is available * Easy to use * Ability to turn audio on and off * Words highlighted to match audio Follows the adventures of Max Axiom as he explains the science behind food…

Synopsis: A biography examining the life of Benjamin Franklin and his leadership as a statesman, scientist, inventor, and printer. Written in graphic-novel format.

Synopsis: Discusses features of wood including how it is grown from trees then manufactured into products such as pencils and musical instruments.

Synopsis: A collection of articles linked together by the topic of The Old West

Synopsis: A collection of articles linked together by the topic of effective communication