miscellanea

Take a trip to the jungle where you can find all kinds of cuddly creatures. Find out fascinating facts about each animal and the characteristics which make them so special.

"Nonfiction, full-color photos of animals and nature introduce basic [measurement] concepts and encourage kids to see a world of numbers all around them"--Provided by publisher.

The reader is invited to assume the role of the umpire in baseball scenarios, most from real games, covering routine calls, basic situations, and obscure rules and situations, and including answers.

Uses infographics to explore and compare animals by their size, speed, life spans, and more.

"Did you know that advancements in robotics could soon make super-powered suits a reality? Or that some people have a rare gene that gives them superstrong bones? Hold onto your cape, you're about to become an expert on the high-flying science behind super powers!"--Provided by publisher.

"Includes . . . trivia facts about Hollywood stars and movies"--Provided by publisher.

Presents an illustrated look at the mysterious and sinister of the Dark Arts from the Harry Potter films.

"With Jedi Master Yoda as your tour guide, visit the incredible planets in the LEGO Star Wars galaxy. Meet brave heroes, villainous characters, and fascinating creatures - and learn all about the Star Wars galaxy along the way"--.

". . . This anthology celebrates fifteen years of Sneaker Freaker, featuring the magazine's finest pages together with over 130 pages of expert sneaker content never seen before. As "funny and serious, meaningful and pointless at the same time" as the magazine's own ethos, the book packs in pages of dense insider knowledge, hundreds of photos, as well as Simon Wood's own obsessional observations. The book rollicks through some 100 years of sneaker history, documenting Air Max, Air Force, All Stars, Dapper Dan, Michael Jordan, Reebok Pump, and Nike Skateboarding, alongside more obscure treasures like Troop, SPX, and Vision Street Wear"--Adapted from publisher description.

Provides children with illustrated overviews for each country in the world, organized by continent. The entries explore the countries' cultures, landscapes, sights, foods, and flags. Includes an introduction to Antarctica, a glossary, and a section of statistics.