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Did you know that whales breathe air just like people do? How about that a blue whale is one of the biggest mammals that ever lived? Discover these fascinating facts and more in this updated deep-dive into the biology of whales, including the latest information on whale sizes and statistics, how and why some whales use echolocation, and stories of recent whale rescue efforts. Gail Gibbons is a titan in the field of children's nonfiction, having published...

Join friendly Farmer Bill as he explores what it's like to live and work on a 700 cow dairy farm.

A fun workout for kids, with training tips for students, parents, and teachers.

A dad accidentally brings home a bundle of rare eggs unearthed in the rainforest. The eggs hatch, unleashing a pack of diminutive dinosaurs that the kids name after their favorite rock and pop music stars. But when the nefarious Sarno finds out about the dinos, he'll stop at nothing to get his hands on them, and it's up to Jerry and Monica to protect their new 'family.'

Pigeon finds a delicious hot dog, but a sly and hungry duckling comes along who also wants a bite. Who will be the more clever bird? Help kids enhance reading skills, cooperation skills, and problem-solving skills in an enjoyable and entertaining way! Additional stories include Knuffle Bunny Too: A Case of Mistaken Identity; and Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed.

"Chris is upset when his mother asks him to give up a fun weekend at the lake to do chores for his eccentric old aunt. That's when Superbook takes Chris, Joy and Gizmo to ancient Bethlehem, where they meet Ruth. Witness how this young widow gives up eerything to show kindness to her family. You'll be amazed to see how her faithfulness is rewarded!"--Container.

It's thrills, spills and chills when a lightning-speed, branch-breaking toboggan ride lands Dylan, Jesse and Carter at the bottom of Avalanche Canyon. Will their cries for help cause a thunderous snow slide of catastrophic proportions? Also includes two 30 minute audio adventures: "Winning edge" and "Flash Flood."

"The Wild brothers track the legendary Tasmanian tiger (called Mbakngge by island natives). This striped, howling creature is supposed to be extinct, yet sightings have been reported for years. Tribal people tell stories that sound accurate. Now this adventurous missionary family is determined to uncover the truth as they deepen their relationships with the people of their mountain."

Welcome to Mainframe. Home to Guardian Bob, formatted to mend and defend. Join the fast-paced action and adventure as Bob and his friends Dot, her brother Enzo and his trusty dog Frisket fend off attacks from the superviruses known as Megabyte and Hexadecimal in their relentless pursuit of chaos and the destruction of Mainframe.

Dance and sing along with favorite songs from Gabby's Dollhouse. Inspired by the TikTok sensation of dance challenges, kids will join in on the fun and dance away with all-new music videos, remixes, and more! When they're ready to wind down or need a break, go into "mindfulness mode" and enjoy a relaxing guided meditation!