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Build a Hydraulic Plane Launcher and use the power of hydraulic pressure to launch paper airplanes. Once built, fill the syringe with water and press the syringe to launch the plane. Includes foldable paper with markings to make different types of planes. Kids can learn how different types of planes have different flight patterns.

With Smartivity^® Hydraulic Plane Launcher learn about:

• Hydraulic Systems
• Aerodynamics
• Scissor Mechanisms

Build a fully-functional Pinball Machine. Score points and challenge friends while learning about STEAM concepts.

With Smartivity® Pinball Machine learn about:

• Levers
• Momentum
• Energy Transfer

Popular history, science, and geography topics brought out of the classroom and into your home with fast facts, activities, and quizzes.

Some subjects are too interesting to be left at school! Carry on your love of history at home with Ancient Egypt–an activity-packed guide to one of history’s most fascinating civilizations.

Divided into sections, the book starts with fast facts on topics such as the pharaohs, the afterlife, religion, and the pyramids and ends with charts of famous Egyptian gods and rulers. Using this information, you can complete the puzzles in the main part of the book, plus there are hands-on activities such as designing a mummy’s case and writing in hieroglyphs. Finally, test your newfound knowledge with the quick quizzes (with answers supplied). You can keep track of your achievements throughout with a star chart to fill in every time you finish a page.

Note to parents: The Eyewitness Workbooks series is devised and written with the expert advice of educational and reading consultants and is designed to appeal to children ages 8 years and up. First published in 2007-2009, this series has been fully revised and updated for 2020.

By Kenneth C. Davis

Don't Know Much About Geography by New York Times bestselling author Kenneth C. Davis is a fascinating and fun exploration of our planet.

Geography is the hub from which other disciplines radiate: meteorology, ecology, geology, oceanography, demographics, cartography, agricultural studies, economics, and political science.

In addition to presenting geographical trivia that’ll impress your friends, Davis explores 21st-century topics of global concern, including the role of the Internet and technology in transforming the lives of people around the world, how so-called developing nations develop, sustainability, and the debates over climate change and evolutionary science.

This completely revised and updated version of Don't Know Much About Geography is an entertaining and illuminating grand tour of planet Earth.

A Newbery Honor Award Winner

By Lois Lenski, Illustrated by Lois Lenski

In this classic frontier adventure, Lois Lenski reconstructs the real-life story of Mary Jemison, who was captured in a raid as young girl and raised among the Seneca Indians.

Meticulously researched and illustrated with many detailed drawings, this Newbery Honor novel is an unforgettable tale.

Twelve-year-old Mary Jemison took for granted her peaceful days on her family's farm in eastern Pennsylvania. But on a spring day in 1758, something happened that changed her life forever.

When a band of warriors invades the Jemisons' house and takes the family captive, Mary is separated from her parents and siblings. She travels with the Indians to southern Ohio and later to a Seneca village on the Genesee River in what is now western New York.

Mary's new life is not easy. She misses her family terribly and is unaccustomed to Seneca ways. But even after her several unsuccessful attempts to run away, the Indians are kind to Mary and teach her many things about the earth, its plants, and its creatures. She develops deep bonds with the animals and even her captors. When Mary is finally given the chance to return to the world she had inhabited, she struggles with her newfound feelings.

A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids

By Barbara Robinson, Barbara Robinson

This year’s pageant is definitely like no other, but maybe that’s exactly what makes it so special.

Laughs abound in this bestselling Christmas classic by Barbara Robinson! The Best Christmas Pageant Ever follows the outrageous shenanigans of the Herdman siblings, or “the worst kids in the history of the world.”

The siblings take over the annual Christmas pageant in a hilarious yet heartwarming tale involving the Three Wise Men, a ham, scared shepherds, and six rowdy kids. You and your family will laugh along with this funny story, perfect for independent reading or read-aloud sharing.

Ralph, Imogene, Leroy, Claude, Ollie, and Gladys Herdman are an awful bunch. They set fire to Fred Shoemaker’s toolshed, blackmailed Wanda Pierce to get her charm bracelet, and smacked Alice Wendelken across the head. And that’s just the start! When the Herdmans show up at church for the free snacks and suddenly take over the Christmas pageant, the other kids are shocked.

It’s obvious that they’re up to no good. But Christmas magic is all around and the Herdmans, who have never heard the Christmas story before, start to reimagine it in their own way.

Being the Second Part of The Lord of the Rings

By J.R.R. Tolkien

The Lord of the Rings saga continues in The Two Towers, the second volume in J.R.R. Tolkien's epic adventure.

One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them, One Ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them.

Frodo and his Companions of the Ring have been beset by danger during their quest to prevent the Ruling Ring from falling into the hands of the Dark Lord by destroying it in the Cracks of Doom. They have lost the wizard, Gandalf, in a battle in the Mines of Moria. And Boromir, seduced by the power of the Ring, tried to seize it by force. While Frodo and Sam made their escape, the rest of the company was attacked by Orcs. Now they continue the journey alone down the great River Anduin—alone, that is, save for the mysterious creeping figure that follows wherever they go.

“Among the greatest works of imaginative fiction of the twentieth century. The book presents us with the richest profusion of new lands and creatures, from the beauty of Lothlórien to the horror of Mordor.”—Sunday Telegraph

By Frank B. Gilbreth and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey

“A touching family portrait that also happens to be very, very funny. . . its appeal is timeless.” —Jonathan Yardley, Washington Post

One of the best-loved American memoirs of an oversized family and the parents who held them together - now a Disney+ movie starring Gabrielle Union and Zach Braff.

What do you get when you put twelve lively kids together with a father—a famous efficiency expert—who believes families can run like factories, and a mother who is his partner in everything except discipline? You get a hilarious tale of growing up that has made generations of kids and adults alike laugh along with the Gilbreths in Cheaper by the Dozen.

Translated into more than fifty-three languages and made into numerous films over the years — including a classic film starring Myrna Loy and a cult favorite with Steve Martin, Hilary Duff, and Alyson Stoner — this memoir is a delightfully enduring story of family life at the turn of the twentieth century.

Make way for our marvelous “Majestic Tiger” and watch your child discover their inner creativity with our CreArt Painting by Numbers set!

Watch your child achieve great results while enjoying a mindful break with this “Majestic Tiger” CreArt paint-by-numbers kit! They can really relax with this fun, satisfying activity, complete with everything needed to make and display their very own masterpiece. Success is simple, with color-outlined sections and matching, odorless acrylic paints to ensure picture-perfect results. Finish in about 4 hours, let dry, then use the included frame to proudly display your budding artist’s talent!

Looking for a fun activity that keeps your kids off their screens? Help them discover their inner artist with CreArt, our high-quality Painting by Numbers sets! With kid-friendly images designed to match abilities, budding artists can enjoy completing their very own painting in just a few hours. Easy-to-see colored outlines distinguish each section, helping kids achieve great results. Painting is a fun, creative activity that can also improve dexterity and concentration while providing a sense of satisfaction!

CreArt contains everything children need to create their painting: a high-quality, thick painting board; 16 water-based, opaque acrylic paints in numbered pots; pallet to hold the easy-open/resealable paint pots steady; durable, fine-point paintbrush; easy-to-follow guide sheet; and frame to display their finished artwork. Makes a great gift!

Delight in your young one’s joy as they release their inner artist and create these cuddly “Cute Puppies” with our CreArt Painting by Numbers set!

Help kids relax and get creative with this fun and satisfying paint-by-number kit, complete with everything they need to make and display their very own masterpiece! These two “Cute Puppies” are just waiting to escape their wicker basket and come out to play. Success is simple, with color-outlined sections and matching, odorless acrylic paints to ensure picture-perfect results. Finish in about 4 hours, let dry, then use the included frame to proudly display your budding artist’s talent!

Looking for a fun activity that keeps your kids off their screens? Help them discover their inner artist with CreArt, our high-quality Painting by Numbers sets! With kid-friendly images designed to match abilities, budding artists can enjoy completing their very own painting in just a few hours. Easy-to-see colored outlines distinguish each section, helping kids achieve great results. Painting is a fun, creative activity that can also improve dexterity and concentration while providing a sense of satisfaction!

CreArt contains everything children need to create their painting: a high-quality, thick painting board; 10 water-based, opaque acrylic paints in numbered pots; pallet to hold the easy-open/resealable paint pots steady; durable, fine-point paintbrush; easy-to-follow guide sheet; and frame to display their finished artwork. Makes a great gift!

Measures approximately 7.1 x 5.1 inches (18 x 13 cm). Fun for ages 7 and up! Made in Czech Republic.

Escape the ho-hum grind of daily life and imagine yourself living it up in this elegant “Fairytale Castle” with the CreArt Painting by Numbers set!

Create a fantastical world filled with lords and ladies of old as you paint this stunning scene featuring a famous “Fairytale Castle” with this CreArt paint-by-number kit! Relax your mind and go to your peaceful place with no screens and no demands as you fill in each clearly numbered section, bit by bit. High-quality, odorless acrylic paints ensure excellent results. Makes a lovely keepsake to hang up or give away! De-stress and find success as you discover the joy of art in your heart today!

Enjoy the relaxing and rewarding experience of creating art without the pressure of facing a blank canvas! Just as great cooks follow recipes to make delicious dishes, the prepared patterns in this Painting by Numbers set lets you create a personal masterpiece you’ll be proud to display. A meditative activity, painting can help relieve the stress of the day while providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment!

With the same dependable quality you’ve come to know in our puzzles and games, this premium paint-by-number kit comes with everything you need: a durable, smooth white painting board with clearly numbered sections; 30 easy-open/close water-based, odorless acrylic paints in matching numbered pots; finishing gloss; dual-tipped, wood-handle paintbrush with fine points (#1, #2) for precise details; artist pallet to keep paint pots steady; and easy-to-follow guide sheet.

Retreat from life’s hustle and bustle and spend some quality time creating your own idyllic “River Cottage” with the CreArt Painting by Numbers set!

Recharge your battery as you create a cozy scene complete with babbling brook and thatched roof with a “River Cottage” CreArt painting-by-number kit! Relax your mind and go to your peaceful place with no screens and no demands as you fill in each clearly numbered section, bit by bit. High-quality, odorless acrylic paints ensure excellent results. When finished, hang it as a gentle reminder to stay in your happy place! De-stress and find success as you discover the joy of art in your heart today!

Enjoy the relaxing and rewarding experience of creating art without the pressure of facing a blank canvas! Just as great cooks follow recipes to make delicious dishes, the prepared patterns in this Painting by Numbers set lets you create a personal masterpiece you’ll be proud to display. A meditative activity, painting can help relieve the stress of the day while providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment!

With the same dependable quality you’ve come to know in our puzzles and games, this premium paint-by-number kit comes with everything you need: a durable, smooth white painting board with clearly numbered sections; 37 easy-open/close water-based, odorless acrylic paints in matching numbered pots; finishing gloss; dual-tipped, wood-handle paintbrush with fine points (#1, #2) for precise details; artist pallet to keep paint pots steady; and easy-to-follow guide sheet.

A dedicated and brave pilot, known for staying calm under pressure, he became the first person to set foot on the moon.

Series: Extraordinary Lives
From real-life narratives to timelines and facts, each fully illustrated book focuses on the life of an inspirational historical or modern figure. Explore the childhood, the achievements, and the qualities of each figure – the very things that helped them have such an incredible impact on the world.

Convenient, useful learning tools that decorate as they educate! Each chart measures 17" by 22" . Related lessons and activities are provided on the back of every chart.

Convenient, useful learning tools that decorate as they educate! Each chart measures 17" by 22". Related lessons and activities are provided on the back of every chart.

Convenient, useful learning tools that decorate as they educate! Each chart measures 17" by 22". Related lessons and activities are provided on the back of every chart.

Convenient, useful learning tools that decorate as they educate! Each chart measures 17" by 22". Related lessons and activities are provided on the back of every chart.

Convenient, useful learning tools that decorate as they educate! Each chart measures 17" by 22". Related lessons and activities are provided on the back of every chart.

Convenient, useful learning tools that decorate as they educate! Each chart measures 17" by 22". Related lessons and activities are provided on the back of every chart.

Convenient, useful learning tools that decorate as they educate! Each chart measures 17" by 22". Related lessons and activities are provided on the back of every chart.

Spiderweb: A Bug-Catching Logic Game for Ages 8+

Crawl into the mind of a spider as you spin your web and catch prey in this clever logic game from ThinkFun.

Players start by choosing one of the 40 Beginner to Expert level challenge cards and placing it in the game base. Each card is loaded with a variety of bugs to ensnare in your web, but catching them all will require some serious brain power. Players stretch elastic web strands across the play area to cover as many bugs as possible. If your web crosses over a bug, it’s trapped! When your web covers every bug on the challenge card – you win!

Spiderweb is a fun and challenging way to sharpen your spatial reasoning skills.

World-Changing logic Puzzle

Create your own world with Geologic! Players begin with a 30-sided planet core and 14 different biome Tiles. Each of the 60 Challenge Cards show a different starting position for some of the biome Tiles, and players must figur out how to position the remaining Tiles in order to complete the planet's surface. A variety of environments in different shapes provide endless unique combinations-but each challenge has only one correct solution! Explore 60 beginner-to-expert world-building challenges with Geologic!

My First Mental Math Game

Math Dice Jr is the perfect complement to ThinkFun's ever-popular Math Dice*! Roll the 12-sided Target Die to get your target number, then roll the five 6-sided Scoring Dice. Using addition and/or subtraction, combine the Scoring Dice to match the target numebr, moving one space on the Scoring Track for every Scoring Die used. The first player to reach the finish line WINS!

For All Math Levels!

Math becomes more fun when you think on the fly! Roll the two 12-sided Target Dice and ply them to get a target number. Roll the three Scoring Dice and combine these numbers using addition, subtraction, plication, division, or even poers to build an equation that is closest, or equal to, the target. This mental challenge helps players sharpen math skills by solving problems in a fun new way.