Join a friendly mechanic for a day working on a research base and out on the ice. Learn about the challenges of surviving in the Antarctic, explore the incredible landscape and meet the local wildlife, as you discover all the amazing and important science that is being done down in the South Pole.

My First Book of House Pets is a beautiful introduction to the world of furry, fluffy, and all-around adorable pets for babies and toddlers.

"Join an astronaut for a day as she goes on her first ever spacewalk, and new crew members arrive. Find out how she trained for her mission and what it's like living and working in space. How do you eat and drink at zero gravity? How do space toilets work? What are space suits designed for?"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to mindfulness shows readers how to take control of their emotions and breathe their way to calm.

"When the dust storms of the 1930s threatened to destroy U.S. farming and agriculture, Hugh Bennett knew what to do. For decades, he had studied the soils in every state, creating maps showing soil composition nationwide. He knew what should be grown in each area, and how to manage the land to conserve the soil. To do that, he needed the government's help. But how do you convince politicians that the soil needs help? Hugh Bennett knew what to do....

Dog has been having fun bounding around all day and doesn't want to go to bed! With the help of his farmyard friends, from Hen tucked up in her coop to Cow in her shed, Dog learns 13 bedtime yoga poses to help him settle down to sleep. Children are invited to practice simple poses explained by a yoga expert to help them stretch and balance, breathe and relax. Child-friendly illustrations clearly demonstrate poses, and notes to the parent are included....

"Explore the heart of Borneo's rainforest with twins Ellie and Danny. Find out how planting trees can help endangered animals and why dung beetles are important for a healthy jungle, then come face-to-face with one of the world's rarest cats."--Provided by publisher.

"Part of the nonfiction Orca Footprints series for middle grade-readers, this book explores the low-waste movement and how kids can get involved. Illustrated with photographs throughout."--

The Fishing Encyclopedia provides a detailed examination of recreational fishing. Alongside information about the different types of fishing and fishing gear, readers will learn about commonly fished species, rules and regulations, and the importance of conservation and safety. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. --

"Send kids on an out-of-this-world seek-and-find adventure. Planets, moons, shooting stars, and countless other celestial objects make finding the hidden items in the full-color photo puzzles a blast. Pictographs and word labels are included in each to-find list."--