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Retells the life of the legendary African American hero who raced against a steam drill to cut through a mountain.

Tells some of the adventures of Calamity Jane such as outwitting robbers while riding for the Pony Express and as an army scout.

A fun picture-book "history" of how the legendary pot of gold got to the end of the rainbow, this book tells a tale of a quiet town turned upside-down by a band of rowdy leprechauns. Full color.

Everyone knows that teachers belong in school. But one day, Mrs. Quirk is spotted in the supermarket. And, as if that isn't bad enough, she is later seen trying on skates at the mall. Does she have a secret life? And just who is that girl that looks just like her -- only smaller? In this delightfully zany picture book, every child's curiosity is made wonderfully plain as Mrs. Quirk and her cohorts are found out at last!

Loaded with archival photographs and amazing facts, the DK Biography series introduces young readers to some of history's most interesting and influential characters. From his early life in Hawaii and Indonesia, to his work as a community organizer in Chicago, to his first months in the Oval Office, "DK Biography: Barack Obama" tells the story of the 44th president of the United States.

Out of the darkness, a gray-skinned, human-like creature lurches toward you. Yet its jerky movements and empty stare let you know its not a creature from this lifeits a zombie. Zombies are people who have been brought back from the deadusually for evil purposes. Over the years, zombies have starred in legends, books, TV shows, and movies. In this creepy title, youll learn all about the history and popular culture surrounding the infamous undead.

They glide down darkened halls and staircases. They rattle around abandoned prisons. They pop up in front of loved ones with mysterious messages. Youd think eternal rest would appeal more than haunting some old castle, but ghosts just cant seem to move on. Why do ghosts do what they do? And why are we fascinated enough to include ghosts in plays, novels, movies, and TV shows? Learn more about the history and pop culture surrounding these spook...

We know hes always lurking, ready to pounce from under the bed, inside the closet, beneath the stairs, out of the foggy darkness. But what does the Bogeyman look like? In some cultures, hes big and hairy. Sometimes he has sharp teeth or glowing eyes. In the movies, Freddy and Jason have creepy fingernails or a hockey mask. But no matter what he looks like, the Bogeyman has one motiveto get you." So read this book and learn about the history an...

A retelling of a traditional East African tale in which a clever hare finds a way to outwit the lion that is terrifying all the other grassland animals.

Krensky's clever rhyming text entices young readers to guess which endangered species is hiding beneath each flap. Each spread features text and die cuts which hint at the animal's identity, until finally it is revealed by lifting the flap. Full color.

A cat in a shack tricks a rat with a snack.

Brrr! Coyote is always cold! That's because it's winter all year long. But Old Woman has something amazing called summer. It's tied up in a little bag in her tipi. Coyote and his friends Wolf, Moose, Elk, Stag, and Antelope make a plan to steal summer. But when Coyote grabs the bag, Old Woman's children chase after him. Will his plan work? Will everyone have a chance to share summer's warmth? Find out what happens in this fast-paced tale!

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Chaucer knows bears are supposed to sleep through the winter, but he doesn't want to miss all the fun. This sweet picture book celebrates winter and friendship. Full color.

Brrr! Coyote is always cold! Thats because its winter all year long. But Old Woman has something amazing called summer. Its tied up in a little bag in her tipi. Coyote and his friends Wolf, Moose, Elk, Stag, and Antelope make a plan to steal summer. But when Coyote grabs the bag, Old Womans children chase after him. Will his plan work? Will everyone have a chance to share summers warmth? Find out what happens in this fast-paced tale!

Bokuden was a great swordsman who liked to travel. One day, while riding a ferry, a bully started bothering the other passengers. He took the best spot on the boat and waved his sword around. Bokuden was not impressed. The bully challenged him to a fight. Bokuden agreed but said he would not need to use his sword to win. Can Bokuden live up to his amazing claim?

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A simple text describes various trucks at work.