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Books in Discovering Series series

  • How Tall Is God?

    Phillip W. Rodgers

    Hardcover (Bees With Flashlights, LLC, Dec. 8, 2003)
    Written in engaging rhyme and meter, this book focuses on the familiar childhood fear of the dark—and answers a child's question of whether God is big enough to keep kids safe when life is scary.
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  • The T Rex Handbook

    Brian Switek, Julius Csotonyi

    Hardcover (Applesauce Press, May 24, 2016)
    Everyone's favorite dinosaur comes to life in an all-new, dinosaur-skin textured handbook: the terrifying Tyrannosaurus rex!Discover the most dangerous predators that ever roamed the planet in this exciting new exploration of the T. Rex and other big, bad carnivores, featuring a unique cover that feels like dinosaur-skin!
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  • Discovering Misty, the Mermaid of the Emerald Coast: Book #2: Friends Forever

    Shirley Ulbrich, Vinoo Sanara, Joseph James Amado, Melissa Archer, Misty Joy

    Paperback (Shirley Ulbrich, Oct. 15, 2018)
    Her mother warned Moriah the turtle about the fisherman’s net. In fact, her dad got caught in a net long ago and never returned home. Now she’s trapped! Oh, what can she do? What will happen to her? Misty the mermaid, Moriah’s best friend, comes to her aid in a unique way. In the end, the two friends meet a new young friend. Corina is a loggerhead turtle who was likewise snared in the fisherman’s net, and, sadly she will bear the memory of the trauma with her always. The story remains uplifting and tender as it highlights the plight of turtle casualties in an age-appropriate manner.This book is the second of a series of children's books by the author. With a gorgeous cover and beautiful full-page illustrations that is sure to please every young reader, it is perfect to give as a gift or for everyday use. Kids will love reading the Discovering Misty stories as standalone or in the series. Book #1 of the series, "Discovering Misty: The Mermaid of the Emerald Coast, Book #1: The Missing Tiara" is available at Amazon and Audible, as well as iTunes.
  • Discovering Dinosaurs Activity Book

    Cider Mill Press

    Hardcover (Applesauce Press, June 25, 2019)
    Featuring mega mazes, stunning stickers, and fun foldouts, the Discovering Dinosaurs Activity Book is a sure hit with junior paleontologists everywhere.Featuring mega mazes, stunning stickers, and fun foldouts, the Discovering Dinosaurs Activity Book will entertain junior paleontologists everywhere. Thanks to scientifically sound information and stunning illustrations, this activity book is as educational as it is fun. Whether it is the glorious illustrations on the coloring foldouts or the stunning, tactile cover, the Discovering Dinosaurs Activity Book is sure to draw in kids of all ages.
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  • Remembering Heroes

    Kristie Kiernan Bouryal

    Paperback (Context Productions, Feb. 18, 2019)
    In this story, based on true events, Tyler, Olivia and Sophia join their grandparents at a memorial service for September 11, 2001 at FDNY's Rescue 1. There, they learn about some of their grandparents' brave friends, everyday heroes and uncover a lot they never knew about America's darkest day by asking questions and actively listening. Join in their discoveries. Together, we can help the kids of today and tomorrow to never forget."Remembering Heroes" is the second book in the Discovering Heroes™ series of books for kids of all ages, especially 7-11. "My Buddy's a Hero-And I Didn't Even Know It" is the first book of the series. "9/11 Courage and Tributes" is the third.
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  • Discovering Bugs Activity Book

    Cider Mill Press

    Hardcover (Applesauce Press, June 25, 2019)
    Featuring massive mazes, spider-ific stickers, and fun foldouts, this book is the bee’s knees.Exterminate boredom with the massive mazes, spider-ific stickers, and fun foldouts in the Discovering Bugs Activity Book. Thanks to scientifically sound information and detailed illustrations, this activity book is as educational as it is fun. Kids can embrace their inner artist with coloring pages bearing beautiful illustrations of bugs from around the world, and the Gooty Sapphire Tarantula on the stunning, tactile cover is guaranteed captivate (and terrify) readers of all ages. One thing’s for sure: the Discovering Bugs Activity Book is the bee’s knees.
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  • The Bug Handbook

    Kelly Gauthier

    Hardcover (Applesauce Press, June 12, 2018)
    Meet the coolest creepy crawlies on the planet! The world’s most captivating bugs will seem to jump off the page in this innovative and exciting book, featuring a deeply textured cover that looks and feels like an enormous spider!Zoom in on the coolest bugs in the world, crawling the forest floor alongside beetles and ants, and flying the skies with bees and dragonflies. The Bug Handbook makes you feel as if you are looking through a microscope. Featuring gorgeous full cover spreads of the insects, kids can get up close look at the creepy crawlies and their environments from a many eyed point of view! Get up-close-and-personal with the most interesting bugs around the world…and in your back yard! You’ll discover: *Profiles of awesome critters, from the classic lightning bug to the master of camouflage, the broad-winged katydid *Fun facts highlighting the fascinating features of each species *Exciting illustrations of the creatures in action, battling other bugs or blending into their natural environments! The Bug Handbook is your go-to guide on all things buggy!
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  • Discovering The Moon: The Apollo 11 Anniversary Edition

    Kelly Gauthier

    Hardcover (Applesauce Press, June 25, 2019)
    Experience the wonder of the moon landing with Discovering Planets and Moons: The Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Edition!Experience the wonder of the moon landing with Discovering Planets and Moons: The Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Edition! Learn about the technology that propelled us to the moon, and all about the ups and downs of one of history’s most watched events. With a stunning cover and packed with breathtaking imagery from the moon landing and exciting scientific facts, aspiring astronauts of all ages will learn about how our solar system works and how we continue to discover amazing new information about our universe.
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  • Discover Nature in Water & Wetlands: Things to Know and Things to Do

    Elizabeth Lawlor, Pat Archer

    Paperback (Stackpole Books, Dec. 1, 1999)
    "A wealth of information." --Booklist"A nice range of accessible information and activities."--Orion AfieldWetlands provide perfect arenas for nature study. Discover Nature in Water and Wetlands explores the properties, processes, and phases of water and the plant and animal life associated with it, from trees, cattails, and ferns to dragonflies, salamanders, turtles, and beavers. With just a few essentials, such as a field notebook, hand lens, and bug box, readers will find both straightforward information and all kinds of activities to uncover the fascinating, diverse ecosystem that surrounds our ponds, swamps, and other watery places.
  • Alexander the Great : Legend of a Warrior King

    Peter Chrisp, Jayne Parsons, Peter Dennis

    Paperback (Gardners Books, April 30, 2003)
    Discover the incredible rise of Alexander the Great, from becoming the ruler of Greece at the age of 20, to war against the Persians, his conquests in India and his death only 12 years after taking power.
  • My Buddy's a Hero - And I Didn't Even Know It

    Kristie Kiernan Bouryal

    Paperback (Context Productions, Sept. 3, 2018)
    In this story, based on true events, a retired lieutenant in the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) shares for the first time his brave 9/11 experience with his grandchildren. Countless stories of ordinary Americans doing extraordinary things surround us, but revealing their stories takes know-how. Through this authentic story and others in the series, kids increase their awareness about 9/11 and everyday heroes. They also learn how to ask probing questions and become active listeners and curious learners seeking context. "My Buddy's a Hero - And I Didn't Even Know It" is the first book in the Discovering Heroes™ series of children's books for kids of all ages, especially 7-11. "Remembering Heroes" is the second book in the series. "9/11 Courage and Tributes" is the third.
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  • Discovering Misty: Mermaid of the Emerald Coast

    Shirley Ulbrich, Vinoo Sanara

    Paperback (Shirley Ulbrich, July 21, 2018)
    When her adored tiara goes missing, Misty the mermaid is devastated. Who could have taken it? And Why? When she discovers its whereabouts, the culprit learns a valuable lesson in friendship.Misty’s best friend, Moriah, the loggerhead turtle, learns that one shouldn’t judge another by their looks and that friendships come in all shapes and sizes. Misty and her friends live off the coast of Florida. Their adventures, sometimes taking them to far-away exotic places, are always uplifting and tender.This is Book 1 of the "Misty the Mermaid" series of short stories, all containing a subtle message in each engaging adventure. Misty's stories are based on the real-life character actor, Misty Joy, whose performances as a mermaid is legendary in Florida. Misty Joy enjoys performing all her acts, especially "Misty the Mermaid".Misty and Shirley collaborated on Misty’s website, www.ElementalArtiste.com The website displays Misty in her various roles as a performance artist in and about Panama City, Florida. Shirley, a web designer/writer, suggested that Misty should consider having a children’s book created for her character, Misty the Mermaid, to read during her performances. And Voila! Here we are. We hope you enjoy the series.