A collection of poems evoking the world and feelings of childhood. Illustrated with antique pictures by some well-known children's book illustrators.

Shows how Benjamin Franklin, inventor, writer and scientist, created a puzzle called the magic square to keep from being bored while serving as clerk for the Pennsylvania Assembly. Includes step-by-step instructions for creating your own magic squares.

Linguists, philologists, and restorers of ancient texts, the Brothers Grimm practically invented the science of folklore with the publication of Kinder-und Hausmarchen (1812-1815), which became popularly known as Grimm's Fairy Tales. Comprising 120 of their best-loved tales, this new Barnes & Noble Classics edition of Grimm's Fairy Tales includes criticism, reception, discussion questions, and legacies, to appeal to readers of all ages.

A young girl describes how her deaf sister experiences everyday things.

The Christmas tree man--Halfway home-For being good--Ballerinas and bears-Silver packages--All the stars in the sky.

Introduces readers to the villains who threaten Knighton and the Nexo Knights who fight to stop them.

Recounts the life of the extraordinary lumberjack whose unusual size and strength brought him many fantastic adventures.

Two children walk through the woods with a guide, exploring trails and observing nature around them.

Shark is bored with its habitat! Follow Shark as it tries out different places to live. Which habitat will make the best home for Shark?