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Stairway Decodables: My First Science Concepts #3
Pushes and Pulls
Laura Stickney
For the curious learner who wonders how toys move and balls fly, this book explains the invisible forces behind every pu
Ages 5–8
Castle of Books
Bernard Clavel
For the child who sees a stack of books as a world of possibility. This whimsical story validates creative play and the
Ages 4–8
City of the Gods
Caroline Arnold
For the curious child fascinated by ancient mysteries, this photo-essay brings the towering pyramids and lost streets of
Ages 8–12
Eyewitness Books
Building
Philip Wilkinson
For the curious child who stares at construction sites or wonders how old castles stay up, this visual guide reveals the
Ages 8–12
Moon Landing Apollo 11 40th Anniversary Pop-up
Richard Platt
For the young explorer fascinated by how things work, this intricate pop-up book brings the historic 1969 moon landing t
Ages 8–12
DK Eyewitness
Train
John Coiley
Perfect for young engineers who marvel at how things work, this visual guide tracks the powerful machines that connected
Ages 8–12
Where Do Horses Go When It Rains? Questions and Answers about Farm Buildings
Katherine Rawson
For the curious child wondering how animals stay dry during a storm, this book explores the clever ways farm buildings p
Ages 5–8
The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants
The Spooky Tale of the Horrifyingly Haunted Hack-a-ween
Meredith Rusu
For the child who loves tech and spooky surprises, this LEGO adventure follows Jack and Parker as they use their ghost-h
Ages 6–9
How to Build a Hug: Temple Grandin and Her Amazing Squeeze Machine
Amy Guglielmo, Jacqueline Tourville
For the child who experiences the world intensely and finds traditional affection overwhelming, this story celebrates fi
Ages 4–8
The Ratbridge Chronicles #1
Here Be Monsters!
Alan Snow
For the child who feels like an outsider or loves discovering secret worlds. This immersive adventure celebrates finding
Ages 8–12
Ernest Nister's Antique Moving Picture Books
Santa's Surprises
Ernest Nister
For the curious child who loves a bit of Christmas magic and hands-on discovery. This vintage-style book uses moving pic
Ages 3–6
Phineas L. MacGuire #1
Phineas L. MacGuire... Erupts!
Frances O'Roark Dowell
For the child who struggles when plans change or they have to work with someone new, this funny story highlights the une
Ages 7–10
Pete the Cat
Pete the Cat and the Supercool Science Fair
James Dean, Kimberly Dean
For the child who feels nervous about group projects or science experiments. Join Pete and his friends as they navigate
Ages 4–8
Leviathan #1
Leviathan
Scott Westerfeld
For the child who feels like an outsider or is struggling to find where they belong while navigating a world of rigid ex
Ages 10–14
In the Castle
Anna Milbourne
For the child who marvels at tall towers and brave knights, this gentle introduction brings the history of medieval life
Ages 3–6
Wildlife Crossings of Hope: Connecting Creatures Around the Globe
Teddi Lynn Chichester
For the child who loves animals and wants to help, this book explores how bridges, tunnels, and dam removals are creatin
Ages 8–12
A Carpenter
Douglas Florian
For the curious child who loves watching builders and wants to know exactly what is inside a carpenter's toolbox.
Ages 3–7
Underground Fire: Hope, Sacrifice, and Courage in the Cherry Mine Disaster
Sally M. Walker
For the young reader grappling with why laws exist and how communities find the strength to rebuild after a devastating
Ages 10–14
How Things Really Work #1
How Santa Really Works
Alan Snow
For the inquisitive child who wonders exactly how Santa gets everything done in one night, this humorous 'manual' reveal
Ages 4–10
Computer Space Adventures
Paul Somerson
For the curious child who wants to move beyond just playing games to understanding how they work through creative coding
Ages 9–13
The Usborne Book of
Diggers and Cranes
Caroline Young
For the curious toddler or preschooler who stops at every construction site to watch the big machines work.
Ages 3–7
Great Lives
Invention and Technology
Milton Lomask
For the child who constantly asks how things work, this historical guide explores the brilliant minds and mechanical bre
Ages 10–15
DK Readers #4
Earthquakes and Other Natural Disasters
Harriet Griffey
For the curious child fascinated by nature's intensity, this guide explains the science of earthquakes and floods throug
Ages 8–11
Abigail at the Beach
Felix Pirani
For the child who turns a bucket of sand into a sprawling kingdom. This gentle story celebrates the boundlessness of a c
Ages 3–7
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