Books in Discovery series

Uncover 1 000 awesome facts about deadly terrifying and powerful Dinosaurs Which dangerous predator could bite off a tiger-sized chunk in a single chomp What colossal creature weighed as much as 17 elephants Which super-sized dinosaur was the largest animal to ever walk the Earth These prehistoric creatures roamed our planet for 165 million years Theyre extreme Theyre extraordinary Theyre the ultimate WORLD RULERS

Take a closer look at the inner workings of the most amazing machine in the world—you! With detailed illustrations containing tabs, folds, acetates, and wheels, Discovery Plus: Human Body is a hands-on learning experience for curious children. Color photographs combined with the tactile elements of the pages help young readers understand how all the major systems of the body work together to enable us to breathe, move, and interact with the world around us. So lift the flaps, peel back the layers, and spin the wheels and discover the complexities of the human body!

Bring the vast galaxies of the universe closer to home with Discovery Plus: Space! This hands-on learning experience is a great way for curious children to learn more about everything from the mechanics of gravity to the temperature on the surface of Mars. Future astronauts will delight in the interactive elements on every page, lifting the flaps, spinning the wheels, and peeling back the acetate layers to get an in-depth look at the inner workings of the universe. Color photographs and detailed illustrations make for a fun and informative look at the colossal mysteries of space!

In a garden surrounded by a tall fence, tucked away behind a small, quiet house in an even smaller town, is an apple tree that is rumored to bear a very special sort of fruit. In this luminous debut novel, Sarah Addison Allen tells the story of that enchanted tree, and the extraordinary people who tend it.…The Waverleys have always been a curious family, endowed with peculiar gifts that make them outsiders even in their hometown of Bascom, North Carolina. Even their garden has a reputation, famous for its feisty apple tree that bears prophetic fruit, and its edible flowers, imbued with special powers. Generations of Waverleys tended this garden. Their history was in the soil. But so were their futures.A successful caterer, Claire Waverley prepares dishes made with her mystical plants—from the nasturtiums that aid in keeping secrets and the pansies that make children thoughtful, to the snapdragons intended to discourage the attentions of her amorous neighbor. Meanwhile, her elderly cousin, Evanelle, is known for distributing unexpected gifts whose uses become uncannily clear. They are the last of the Waverleys—except for Claire’s rebellious sister, Sydney, who fled Bascom the moment she could, abandoning Claire, as their own mother had years before.When Sydney suddenly returns home with a young daughter of her own, Claire’s quiet life is turned upside down—along with the protective boundary she has so carefully constructed around her heart. Together again in the house they grew up in, Sydney takes stock of all she left behind, as Claire struggles to heal the wounds of the past. And soon the sisters realize they must deal with their common legacy—if they are ever to feel at home in Bascom—or with each other. Enchanting and heartfelt, this captivating novel is sure to cast a spell with a style all its own….From the Hardcover edition.

Did you know that human bone is stronger than concrete or steel? Or that a golden poison dart frog is so poisonous that you could die from touching it? Discover unbelievable but true facts on every topic you can imagine! From the weird and wonderful human body, to the wild and wacky animal kingdom, from the gross and ghastly secrets of ancient battles, to the latest ludicrous and life changing gadgets. Jam packed with fascinating facts on just about everything all guaranteed to amuse and amaze.

With a unique book cover that looks and feels like actual shark skin, DISCOVERING SHARKS is the ultimate guide to the fiercest, most fascinating predators that lurk the ocean deep!This action-packed, full-color book features dozens of different types of sharks, with captivating photographs and illustrations throughout. From the Great White to the Hammerhead, learn about those razor-sharp teeth and prominent fins, mysterious behavior patterns, and even their unique diets. DISCOVERING SHARKS is jam-packed with gripping facts and fun tidbits, as well as breath-taking images that nearly jump off the page and right into your lap! Featuring a one-of-a-kind textured book cover that feels like shark skin, this book is a must-have for any child fascinated by the fiercest creatures who lurk the ocean deep!