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Are We Alone?: Searching for Life Beyond Earth with The Planetary Society?

Are We There Yet?

Bear wakes up after his long winter's sleep and joins his friend, Butterfly, on a journey. 'Where are we going?' asks bear. 'All journeys have secret destinations,' says Butterfly. As they travel through forest, over hill and across a great river, Butterfly offers her wisdom about hardships, facing one's fears and living in the moment. As the seasons change, the friends find themselves once more in front of Bear's cave. Landscapes look different with different eyes and the end of one journey is

Are You the Pirate Captain?  

First Mate Hugh has the whole crew and the pirate ship ready, but they can't set sail until they find a captain! Come on this swashbuckling adventure as Hugh and his scurvy seadogs try to find the perfect pirate for the job. Rather than a peg leg ora hook, it turns out that what their captain needs is the brains to lead!

Arena Events (Fly!)

Grab your ticket and enjoy the show with these exciting and informative books. Learn all about the world's most entertaining events like rodeos, concerts, and the Super Bowl. With easy text and thrilling pictures, these hi-lo books will have all young readers shouting for an encore!

ARLO

In ARLO's grim, mechanical world, every day is just the same. He powers up, greases his gears, and works on the assembly line like the rest of the robots. But unlike the others, ARLO longs for something different. And one day, a storm changes everything--leaving ARLO to discover, and revel in, the wilderness beyond the factory walls. Join ARLO as he explores the unknown, learns that home is where the metal heart is, and that something different can be created in many ways. A story about creativi

Armando's Island

Armando's home is the rainforest--he knows its sights, smells, tastes, and sounds. He even knows its moods. From the bottom of the forest floor to the top of the emergent layer, the trees are also home to a multitude of creatures. When outsiders begin laying claim to and destroying the surrounding landscape, the displaced animals find refuge with Armando in the only remaining pocket of untouched forest, his ""island."" As people come in and animals are forced out, this poignant tale shows the cu

Armchair Bear

Uncle Norman loves to rest on his squashy armchair. But when the young bears visit, he's all out of puff! Uncle Norman can't play bear games like he used to. He doesn't take the young bears on picnics. He's no fun anymore. So when Norman notices an ad for the gym, he sets out to become a new bear. And when he encounters the mighty Gorilla Dilla, he decides to aim for the top. He too can be a powerful champion! But can a bear be a gorilla? Lifting weights turns out to be no fun for a bear. Instea

Armed Forces of the United States (Torque)

The Armed Forces of the United States are dedicated to the defense and aid of the United States and allies around the world. In this series, readers can explore five of the branches that protect the nation. levelled text, engaging photos, and special features teach readers about the duties carried out during peacetime and times of war, the special missions the branches have completed, and more. A final facts spread highlights important details about each armed forces branch.

Around the World Right Now

In this multicultural travelogue through each of the 24 time zones, young readers are invited to travel the world and experience all the people, places, and things that exist on our planet right now. In every minute of every hour of every day, something wonderful is happening around our world. In Santa Fe, New Mexico, an artist sits behind his easel working on a painting. While at the same time in Greenland, an Inuit boy begins training his first pack of sled dogs. While in Madagascar, a playful

Around the World with Friends  

An uplifting picture book with a read-aloud refrain that revels in carefree days outside with friends, making adventure from nothing, and coming home happy to feed the chickens. Raccoon finishes his book and is ready for his own adventureÑhe wants thrills, excitement and to conquer the sea! In this heartwarming follow-up to A Perfect Wonderful Day with Friends, Waechter shows how life is better when you bring along your friends and take what the day brings.