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Star Wars The Dark Side Pocket Expert (Pocket Expert)
Par Catherine Saunders. 2023
A bite-size guide to the Sith and other dark-side villains of the Star Wars galaxy. Packed with lists of facts…
and figures and stunning images.Become an instant dark side expert with this handy pocket-sized guide! If light is to shine, there must also be darkness. In the Star Wars galaxy, the Jedi use the light side of the Force to protect peace and justice. But there are also those who crave power above all. For Sith lords, Imperial Inquisitors, fallen Jedi, and other evil creatures, the dark side of the Force is a mighty, but treacherous, ally. These evildoers seek the dark side in those places where it flows strongest – forgotten temples, sinister caves, ancient tombs, and the sites of tragic events.Packed with facts, stats, and interesting info about the most legendary dark side users and dark side locations in the galaxy, with this book in your pocket you&’ll be a dark side expert in no time!© AND ™ 2022 LUCASFILM LTD.Star Wars Join the Rebellion! (Discover What It Takes)
Par Shari Last. 2021
Jump aboard with the Rebel Alliance and the Resistance. Find out what it takes to topple the evil Empire and…
the First Order...Being a rebel in the Star Wars galaxy is dangerous work! There are stormtroopers to avoid, TIE fighters to dodge, and lightsaber-wielding Sith Lords to outsmart before they learn the location of the latest secret base. Just how did these brave heroes defeat not one, but two, Death Stars? Star Wars Join the Rebellion! will answer this question and many more in an engaging and funny book for young readers.Featuring doodle-style illustrations, stills from the Star Wars movies and animated shows, and lively, humorous text, Star Wars Join the Rebellion! will enthrall even the most reluctant young reader. Learn all about the most famous rebel leaders, from Admiral Ackbar to Princess Leia. Follow them into big battles. Discover interesting facts about their ships, droids, and the missions that changed the galaxy.© & (TM) 2020 Lucasfilm Ltd.The Renegades Project Neptune (DK Renegades)
Par Jeremy Brown, David Selby, Katy Jakeway. 2021
The Renegades are once again called to a climate emergency — sea levels are rising, and it can spell disaster…
for Earth!Our climate change superheroes Katelyn, Mo, Leon and Amazon activist Alma need to use their combined knowledge to ensure that rising sea levels don't destroy ecosystems and cause the extinction of strange creatures in the mangrove forests of Bangladesh.The Renegades: Flames Project Neptune follows on from the popular The Renegades: Arctic Meltdown and The Renegades: Flames of Amazonia comic books. Packed full of action and climate activism, this book: • Is a dynamic, lively comic book storytelling format — low on words, high on action. • Was created by a team of students and is made for young people by young people. • Has a non-fiction section at the back that explains key science ideas.Our protagonists have been tracking their nemesis supervillain, Jason Greenleaf. With a new plot up his sleeve — a new serum he&’s developing — and his new friends The League, the Renegades must confront multiple challenges, the least of which is the impending rise of sea levels! Who can resist the temptation to go on a world-saving adventure? Together with the four protagonists, your teenager will fight rising sea levels, help save dying ecosystems and find out what the team's arch-nemesis is up to — and once again save the planet. This graphic novel for teenagers is filled with adventure, captivating artwork. It also addresses pressing environmental issues. Readers ages 12-17 will learn and understand modern threats to the ecology, and the story encourages them to be the superheroes of the real world. The third book in The Renegade series, and following The Renegades Flames of the Amazonia, educates teenagers on the dire effect climate change is having on our planet ,and what they can do to curb its effects.Exactly who, or what, is the Black Panther?!So you want to know how T'Challa became the mighty Black Panther--the strongest…
and swiftest man in all Wakanda? This guide has all the answers to your questions, including: Where is Wakanda? Who else has worn the Black Panther suit? Why is Vibranium so important?Packed with Super Hero secrets and jokes, this book is sure to make you a Wakandan whizz in no time.The perfect gift for young fans of Marvel Comics and Super Heroes, Marvel: Black Panther Rules! is an exciting, playful and fact-filled journey into the wondrous world of the Black Panther - and shows you what it takes to be a hero!© 2020 MARVELDisney Pixar Character Encyclopedia New Edition
Par Dk. 2019
A fun-packed guide to your favorite toys, cars, heroes, fish, monsters, and more.Do you know your Mike from your Mater?…
Or your Evelyn from your EVE? Dive into the wonderful world of DisneyPixar with this colorful, fact-filled guide to your favourite Pixar characters. Find out more about the greatest and funniest heroes, villains, sidekicks and oddballs from across all 21 movies - including the newest characters from Toy Story 4. Whether your favorite character is Woody, Dory, Lightning McQueen, Edna, Bing Bong or Dante, the DisneyPixar Character Encyclopedia lets you relive their best movie moments and latest adventures, discover special "did you know?" facts, and much more. Now featuring more than 290 characters, this new edition has been updated and expanded to include characters from Monsters University, Inside Out, The Good Dinosaur, Finding Dory, Cars 3, Coco, The Incredibles 2 and Toy Story 4. Wondering what breed of dog lovable Dug is, or who first owned Mrs. Potato Head? Or how far Elastigirl's limbs stretch, or what Sadness does in her spare time? The DisneyPixar Character Encyclopedia is the book for you!Ada Lovelace Cracks the Code (Rebel Girls Chapter Books)
Par Rebel Girls, Corinne Purtill. 2019
From the world of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls comes a story based on the exciting real-life adventures of…
Ada Lovelace, one of the world's first computer programmers.Growing up in nineteenth century London, England, Ada is curious about absolutely everything. She is obsessed with machines and with creatures that fly. She even designs her own flying laboratory!According to her mother, Ada is a bit too wild, so she encourages Ada to study math. At first Ada thinks: Bleh! Who can get excited about a subject without pictures? But she soon falls in love with it. One day she encounters a mysterious machine, and from that moment forward Ada imagines a future full of possibility-one that will eventually inspire the digital age nearly two hundred years later.Ada Lovelace Cracks the Code is the story of a pioneer in the computer sciences, and a testament to women's invaluable contributions to STEM throughout history.This historical fiction chapter book also includes additional text on Ada Lovelace's lasting legacy, as well as educational activities designed to teach simple coding and mathematical concepts.About the Rebel Girls Chapter Book SeriesMeet extraordinary real-life heroines in the Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls chapter book series! Introducing stories based on the lives and times of extraordinary women in global history, each stunningly designed chapter book features beautiful illustrations from a female artist as well as bonus activities in the backmatter to encourage kids to explore the various fields in which each of these women thrived. The perfect gift to inspire any young reader!Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker The Galactic Guide
Par Matt Jones, Dk. 2019
Save the galaxy from the dark side!Packed with facts from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, this book is perfect…
for young kids who want to join their heroes - Rey, Poe, and Finn - on their thrilling adventures in the galaxy far, far away....Discover more about the latest Resistance recruits, including historian Beaumont Kin and a cute droid named D-O. Find out how Rey has been training to become a stronger Jedi and what the heroes have been up to since The Last Jedi.Try to escape Supreme Leader Kylo Ren and his fearsome followers - the Knights of Ren. Marvel at the First Order's latest vehicles, including the TIE whisper and the treadspeeder. Uncover the secrets of the Sith troopers and learn more about their terrifying weapons.Illustrated with action-packed images from the hit movie and accompanied by fun, easy-to-read text, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker: The Galactic Guide is the perfect book for younglings who are desperate to find out more about the final episode of the Skywalker saga. © & TM 2019 LUCASFILM LTD.Disney Villains The Essential Guide, New Edition
Par Glenn Dakin, Victoria Saxon. 2020
Meet the villains we all love to hate!The essential guide to more than 50 of the most villainous Disney and…
Disney Pixar movie characters.What makes Cruella De Vil so cruel?Why is Scar jealous of his brother Mufasa?Who are the troublesome toys at Sunnyside Daycare?© 2020 DisneyThe Renegades: Arctic Meltdown (DK Renegades)
Par Jeremy Brown, David Selby, Katy Jakeway. 2020
This action-packed graphic novel follows the adventures of three inspirational superheroes to explore the issues of the climate emergency, for…
the individual and the planet.Beneath the Arctic ice, the Methanaur is awakening. If this deadly methane monster breaks free, it spells the end of civilization as we know it.Meet Professor Katelyn, Leon, and Mo - also known as The Renegades. Professor Kateyln is a whip-smart scientist who uses her scientific knowledge to develop spectacles that can catch glimpses of the future. Wrestling with his anger at the naysayers who don't seem to care about the environment, Leon has the ability to become invisible - the perfect spy! And then there's Mo who, in the wake of his brother's death in a cyclone, manages to wield a solar shield strong enough to fight the deadliest of foes. Our superheroes grapple with multiple environmental threats, most deadly of all a monster that lurks beneath the melting Arctic ice. If it escapes, this creature of chaos will release huge plumes of methane gas into the atmosphere, changing the balance of our planet's climate forever. Can the Renegades work together to save Earth before it is too late?Star Wars The Mandalorian Handbook: Explore the Galaxy with Grogu
Par Dk, Matt Jones. 2021
Includes facts from the TV series Star Wars: The Mandalorian, this ebook is aimed at young kids who want to…
join Mando, Grogu, Boba Fett, and Ahsoka Tano on their thrilling adventures. They'll meet strange aliens and droids, learn about new planets and frightening monsters, and read about the evil villains who will stop at nothing to complete their missions.Hop aboard the Razor Crest and get exploring with Star Wars: The Mandalorian Handbook!Los Exploradores Secretos y la caída del cometa (The Secret Explorers)
Par Sj King. 2020
Este libro bellamente ilustrado destaca a animales de todas las épocas de la historia: animales perdidos por la extinción, animales…
que pensamos que habíamos perdido pero que hemos recuperado, y animales que son el foco de los esfuerzos de conservación en todo el mundo.'El libro de los animales insólitos' proporciona información sobre eventos de extinción y las diferentes posibles causas (tanto naturales como provocadas por la presencia humana), y analiza cómo puede relacionarse con el mundo de hoy de una manera fácilmente entendida. El libro también incluye información sobre todo el increíble trabajo que se está haciendo en todo el mundo para evitar una pérdida adicional de especies (tanto de flora como de fauna), especies que se han salvado de la extinción, historias increíbles de especies descubiertas que se pensó durante mucho tiempo que estaban perdidas, historias positivas de reintroducción y lo que nosotros como humanos estamos haciendo y podemos seguir haciendo.This beautifully illustrated book will shine a spotlight on animals throughout history and in the present—animals lost to extinction, animals we thought we&’d lost but have found, and animals that are the focus of conservation efforts all over the world.'El libro de los animales insólitos' gives information about extinction events and the different possible causes of extinction (natural as well as human-made), and discusses how it may relate to the world today in an easily understood way. The book also includes information on all the incredible work that is happening around the world to prevent any further loss of species (both flora and fauna), species that have been saved from extinction, incredible stories of uncovering species long thought to have been extinct, positive stories of reintroduction, and what we as humans are doing and can continue to do.Disney Frozen 2 The Magical Guide: Julia March
Par Dk, Julia March. 2019
Set off on a magical adventure!Elsa and Anna must journey to an enchanted forest-and you can be with them every…
daring step of the way! Follow their thrilling mission to unlock the truth about Elsa's power and save the kingdom of Arendelle. Meet mysterious spirits and forest dwellers, explore exciting new locations, and discover the secrets of the past.The ultimate companion for Frozen fans, this book includes cool facts from Olaf and quizzes to test your knowledge about your favorite characters and new friends from Frozen 2!©2019 DisneyLEGO Jurassic World The Dino Files
Par Catherine Saunders. 2021
From T. rex to Triceratops, meet all the incredible dinos! Features a Claire minifigure and baby raptor!Explore LEGO® Jurassic World…
with Claire and Owen. Visit the laboratory where dinosaurs are created. Go for a ride in a Gyrosphere. Learn about the original Jurassic Park and marvel at the sights. Features fascinating real-world dinosaur facts! LEGO Jurassic World: The Dino Files comes with a Claire minifigure and baby raptor. ©2021 The LEGO Group. ©2021 Universal Studios.Disney Raya and the Last Dragon Raya's World
Par Julia March. 2021
Get the lowdown on Disney&’s epic new movie Raya and the Last Dragon in this perfect companion guide! Explore Raya&’s world…
- a land of dragons and heroes. Follow Raya&’s epic quest as it takes her through Kumandra. Discover curious creatures, friends, and foes along the way. Meet Raya, Sisu, Tuk Tuk, Namaari, and all your other favorite characters. Explore the different parts of Kumandra: Heart, Fang, Spine, Tail, and Talon. Find out about Sisu&’s special dragon powers and learn how to identify the Ongis. Featuring all the characters, key scenes, locations, and memorable moments from the new movie Raya and the Last Dragon, this entertaining guide is full of amazing facts and beautiful pictures. ©2021 DisneyBane Drain (The Amazing Adventures of Batman!)
Par Brandon T. Snider. 2020
Bane is on the loose at a Gotham City baseball game! An extra dose of venom has made him stronger…
than ever. Can Batman and Nightwing drain Bane of his powers, or will the duo pull the plug on this case? Find out in this action-packed early chapter book for the youngest of readers.The Wizard of Oz: The Official Picture Book
Par JaNay Brown-Wood. 2024
Follow Dorothy and her dog Toto into the Emerald City with an officially licensed book based on the classic 1939…
film! Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto find themselves in a strange new place after being swept up in a tornado. Taken far from the comforts of Kansas and Auntie Em and Uncle Henry&’s farm, Dorothy discovers that she&’s arrived in the Land of Oz—a curious place filled with magical people. Dorothy longs to go home after a scary encounter with the Wicked Witch of the West, who wants the Ruby Slippers Glinda the Good Witch has put on the young girl&’s feet. Dorothy must now follow the yellow brick road to the Emerald City to ask the Wizard of Oz to return her to Kansas. Unlikely friends like The Scarecrow, The Tin Man, and The Cowardly Lion join Dorothy and Toto as they journey through the Land of Oz. Will the group of new-found friends make it to the Emerald City and have their wishes granted? Do they already have everything they were looking for all along? Follow them on their journey to find the Wizard of Oz in this first official illustrated adaptation of the iconic film.Viewfinder
Par Christine D.U. Chung, Salwa Majoka. 2024
A young space traveler happens upon Earth in the future in this gorgeous wordless adventure for fans of Shaun Tan.…
A transportive graphic novel for ages 6 to 9, perfect for Earth Day.A young space traveler visits Earth on a whim and finds a planet empty of people. She happens upon a strange contraption that contains images of what the planet used to be like, and using this viewfinder, she sees Earth as it was, juxtaposed against Earth as it is: abandoned, but still full of amazing things.Her adventure takes her to a museum full of hints about the planet&’s past and the strange glowing mushrooms that grow everywhere, a library that has become home to a variety of zoo animals, and a beautiful but crumbling space station from which she makes a daring escape. As she wanders, though, she sees signs that perhaps there is still someone here. A time capsule, a friendly cat and a makeshift railcar all add to the mystery . . . is she really alone?The lush and captivating art and subtle nod to stewardship in this wordless graphic novel will draw readers in and leave them with a renewed sense of wonder for the resilient and extraordinary place we call home.Give the magic of Narnia this holiday season and experience all the adventure of C. S. Lewis’s epic fantasy series in this…
latest official edition from HarperCollins.This collection contains all seven books in the classic fantasy series The Chronicles of Narnia without art, to appeal to older readers. This special ebook edition includes an introduction by C. S. Lewis's stepson, Douglas Gresham, and full text and art for Lewis's very first work—Boxen!Experience C. S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia in its entirety—The Magician's Nephew; The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe; The Horse and His Boy; Prince Caspian; The Voyage of the Dawn Treader; The Silver Chair; and The Last Battle. This bundle comes with a special introduction by Douglas Gresham, C. S. Lewis's stepson, for a behind-the-scenes look at Lewis while he was writing the book. The Chronicles of Narnia has become part of the canon of classic literature, drawing readers of all ages into magical lands with unforgettable characters for over sixty years. Epic battles between good and evil, fantastic creatures, betrayals, heroic deeds, and friendships won and lost all come together in this unforgettable world.And then discover the world before Narnia with Boxen, a collection of stories written by C. S. Lewis and his brother when they were children, with the authors' own delightful illustrations. For every reader who has been captivated by the magic of Narnia, Boxen will open a window to another enchanted land and offer the first glimmer of C. S. Lewis's amazing creativity.Where the Lockwood Grows
Par Olivia A Cole. 2023
A New York Public Library Best Book of 2023!&“A mystery...brimming with heart.&” —Kwame Mbalia, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the…
TRISTAN STRONG seriesA lyrical and environmentally-focused story about sisterhood, adventure, and activism—perfect for fans of The Last Cuentista and The City of Ember. Twelve-year-old Erie has never lived life fully in the sunlight. After destructive wildfires wreaked havoc on the world around her, the government came up with a plan—engineer a plant that cannot burn. Thus, the fire-resistant lockwood was born. The lockwood protects Erie and her hometown of Prine, but it grows incredibly fast and must be cut back every morning. Only the town&’s youngest and smallest citizens can fit between the branches and tame the plant. Citizens just like Erie. But one evening, Erie uncovers a shocking secret that leads her to question the rules of Prine. Alongside her older sister, Hurona, she&’ll journey from the only home she&’s known and realize that the world is much more complicated than she'd ever imagined. Packed with surprising twists and a cast of courageous characters, this gripping novel encourages readers to stand up for justice and challenge the status quo.Love From Bluey (Bluey)
Par Suzy Brumm. 2023
Celebrate love with Bluey and Bingo! Based on the award-winning animated series Bluey, as seen on Disney+. "Love can be…
found in the strangest of places." It's bedtime! Read a bedtime story with Mum and Bingo about all the ways you can love while Dad tries to get Bluey ready for bed. New York Times Bestseller