"An up close look at the ocean's most fearsome and famous predator and the scientists who study them--just twenty-six miles from the Golden Gate Bridge"--

A child friendly guide to the essentials of photography.

"Today is a special day because we're going to make something together! From gathering ingredients to pouring batter to swirling on frosting, little ones will experience the magic of baking cupcakes without leaving the comfort of their bedroom. Using an interactive storytelling style, Stir Crack Whisk Bake lets the tiniest chefs be in charge! In the same vein of Don't Push the Button and Tap the Magic Tree, kids can "magically" crack eggs from one...

Frances is jealous of her sister's birthday, but birthday spirit moves her to reluctantly give her coveted gift.

Presents simple information about dogs and choosing one as a pet.

"Whether teaching a puppy the basics--such as "sit," "stand," and "stay"-- correcting behavioral problems, or training your pooch to perform more advanced tricks, this comprehensive guide will take you through all the steps to have your canine answering your call in no time. With the help of veterinarian Dr. Gary Weitzman, kids will bond with their pups through structured lessons that showcase easy-to-follow instructions and commands. Additional content...

A variety of marine animals, including birds, fish, and invertebrates, pose for portraits against a white background while narrating distinctive aspects of their natural histories.

"Every day, Ando Momofuku would retire to his lab--a little shed in his backyard. For years, he'd dreamed about making a new kind of ramen noodle soup that was quick, convenient, and tasty to feed the hungry people he'd seen in line for a bowl on the black market following World War II. "Peace follows from a full stomach," he believed. Day after day, Ando experimented. Night after night, he failed. But Ando kept experimenting. With persistence, creativity,...

A scientist sets out to interrogate the microorganisms responsible for some of the world's deadliest epidemics, revealing how the human body tries to fight off such invaders.