Books published by publisher Maple Tree Press

Create a wonderful family record to be treasured and enjoyed Everyone loves having a case to solve. This time the subject really hits home - your family's history! The quest is to discover everything you want to know about your own family's story. No two families are exactly alike; each one has its own cast of amazing characters. Author Ann Douglas is the ideal tour guide on a fascinating journey of discovery, revealing ways to uncover intriguing pieces of family lore that are sure to delight, entertain and enlighten young readers.

Ever wonder what an animal is thinking? Do they think like humans? Are some animals smarter than others? Animal Smarts details fascinating findings about all sorts of creatures, from our everyday pets to exotic wildlife from remote places around the world. Three sections -- Who's Smart?, Who's Thinking?, and Who's Talking? -- will provide readers with up-to-date information on how animals behave and what that tells us about what goes on in their heads. Also, discover what can be considered animal brain food, learn how animals communicate with each other, and read astounding cases that reveal more intriguing facts. About the Series: The Secret Life of Animals series presents the very latest discoveries about animal behaviors that have long been hidden and mysterious. With striking color photographs and illustrations, the series shows animals in a fascinating new light. Large , meticulously researched visuals are a major feature of this series. Special spreads throughout the books explain important ideas in a clear and engaging manner.

The classic fairy-tale of Rapunzel is a story of a little girl who was stolen from her parents by an evil Witch and forced to live in a tower. The tower had no doors or stairs, just one window at the top of the tower. ‘Rapunzel, Rapunzel, Let down your hair’, the witch would call out and Rapunzel would let down her beautiful, long and golden hair.One day, a Prince passes by the tower and hears Rapunzel’s sweet voice and falls in love. Will the Prince rescue Rapunzel? Or will the evil witch kill them both? The story is recounted with the help of colourful illustrations aimed to delight young minds.

What is it like to live in outer space? On the Shuttle will take you on board! Barbara Bondar accompanied Discovery crew member and sister Dr. Roberta Bondar for several weeks during the training procedures prior to the IML-1 shuttle mission. With complete insider knowledge, On the Shuttle provides readers with a detailed look into the first International Microgravity Laboratory. This book contains countless interesting facts--from detailed space shuttle components, to maintaining daily hygiene on board.

A classic fairy-tale retold with simple narration and colourful illustrations. The story involves a beautiful princess, a sleeping enchantment, a handsome prince and an evil witch. The story also has a happy ending. The story is full of adventure, amusing characters and incidents and it has a message for the young children. The easy-to-read narration and the colourful pictures are aimed to kindle the desire to read in the young children.

Have you ever thought about the game of hockey... scientifically? How Hockey Works, by Keltie Thomas, holds a bevy of fascinating scientific and behind-the-scenes facts about our favorite winter sport. Not just for hockey fans and players, How Hockey Works will also surprise non-enthusiasts with stunning statistics, fascinating facts and awesome anecdotes. Kids, coaches and hockey parents will all love the practice tips as well as the stories and photos of legendary players. Learn all about the history and lore of the game of hockey, the development of equipment and safety practices, everything you ever wanted to know about ice, as well as stories from men's and women's leagues. From the physics of speedy, powerful skating to the all-important science of explosive moves (the slapshot and body check) to the science of sports medicine, this book has everthing to increase enjoyment at every level. That includes tips on scoring goals! Special Features: Legends of the Game: stories from hockey's history including how some rules came to be (like why rubber rodents were banned from the ice) Quick Shots -- quick facts about the game Timelines, with archival photos showing the progression of hockey equipment over time -- you'll be amazed at the technology we've developed! Hockey Card sidebars, featuring players from the NHL, Women's pro hockey and others Quick Answers to Speedy Questions tips to improve your game, from exercises you can do, to understanding plays to finding the right gear a Glossary jam-packed with all the terms and information to make any reader an expert at the basics of the game fully updated with information from the 2002 Winter Olympics.

The famous ‘Panchatantra’ consists of interesting tales of animals, which the children will love to read. One of India’s most influential contributions to world literature, it originally consisted of five books of animal fables, hence its name; with ‘Pancha’ meaning five and ‘tantra’ meaning the mode of action. Thoughtfully presented, this book compiles the most interesting of all the stories, which we hope will be liked by children and adults alike.

Sheikh Chilli was a very poor man. He was poor because he was too lazy and did not want to work. He always used to dream about becoming rich. But, we all know, you cannot become rich, if you do not work hard. His story teaches us the importance of hard work and warns us against daydreaming. A funny instance of Sheikh Chilli’s folly is narrated here with the help of rich illustrations. Let us begin reading!

Yes! Kids can create puppets that are fun, great-looking, and easy to make. I Can Make Puppets will show you how to make lovable characters that are as much fun to create as to play with. Using common household odds and ends, construction is no fuss, no mess, with no complicated instructions. So open this book, let your imagination and creativity fly, and let's make puppets!