A collection of more than thirty fairy tales for young readers of all ages.

At the age of five, little orphan Heidi is sent to live with her grandfather in the Alps. Everyone in the village is afraid of him, but Heidi is fascinated by his long beard and bushy gray eyebrows. She loves her life in the mountains, playing in the sunshine and growing up among the goats and birds. But one terrible day, Heidi is collected by her aunt and is made to live with a new family in town. Heidi can't bear to be away from her grandfather;...

Retells the adventures of a French professor and his two companions as they sail above and below the world's oceans as prisoners on the fabulous electric submarine of the deranged Captain Nemo.

Briefly describes the history and ecology of Arizona's Grand Canyon, as well as what it is like to go sightseeing there.

Describes the plants and animals which live in coral reefs, where these reefs are located, and why they are so full of life.

Provides an overview of the Pyramids of Giza, discussing topics such as its history, chief architect, structural aspects, and construction techniques and materials, and offers information about careers in architecture and construction.

Presents information on the mysterious creatures of the deep.

When a fighter jet crashes on Paradise Island, young Princess Diana asks her mother, Queen Hippolyta, for permission to enter the world of mortals. The queen thinks Diana's request is a good one. She holds a special competition, a test of skill and bravery, to determine which Amazonian will be permitted to go. But Diana, as a royal princess, is denied from entering the trials! Against her mother's wishes, and behind the disguise of a mask, the princess...

"A Zoo Full of Birds reviews both beginning counting and animals names"-- provided by publisher. "Un zoológico lleno de aves revisa el recuento inicial y los nombres de los animales."-- provided by publisher.

Journeying to the ancient city of Babylon when Bhegad tracks down Marco, the companions face a daunting choice involving a dire trap and a long-lost figure from Jack's past.