From the early pioneers to the latest spaceflight technology, this groundbreaking book charts the inspirational story behind humankind’s conquest of the skies. In the 100 years since the Wright brothers’ first powered flight, aviation has witnessed many memorable events. From record-breaking flights and aerial warfare, to advances in aircraft design and the race for space, Flight covers the …
The untold story of a heroic band of Caribbean pirates whose defiance of imperial rule inspired revolt in colonial outposts across the worldIn the early eighteenth century, the Pirate Republic was home to some of the great pirate captains, including Blackbeard, “Black Sam” Bellamy, and Charles Vane. Along with their fellow pirates—former sailors, indentured servants, and runaway slaves—this …
The Standard Edition of the successful and elaborate Premium Edition of Airline Visual Identity 1945-1975 (2014) contains all of the information and almost all of the images, but in a leaner format and at a more affordable price. The book carefully curates the work of prestigious designers and advertising icons, taking the reader back in time to witness …
Fox in Socks: Dr. Seuss’s Book of Tongue Tanglers (Bright & Early Board Books(TM))
Dr. Seuss’s Fox in Socks has been troubling tongues—and garnering giggles—since 1965. Written specifically to be read aloud, it features a tricky fox in socks and the progressively more difficult tongue-twisting games he plays on his exasperated friend Mr. Knox. Now available for the first time in an abridged, sturdy, board book edition, this beloved classic will have …
Katy caboose doesn’t like her life at the back of the train. Stuck with clouds of billowing smoke from the engine and a bumpy, jolting ride, she longs for some peace and quiet. When her rusty bolts bust loose, Katy finally gets the life she wants in a way she never expected!This Read-Along Book and CD Favorite includes …
Enhance baby’s favorite game with pop-up surprises under every flap! Lift the flap elements help build dexterity Pop-up surprises promote parent and child interaction, memory, and imagination Bright, bold images will keep babies’ attention Transportation is a favorite subject for little ones …
Mike and his trusty steam shovel, Mary Anne, dig deep canals for boats to travel through, cut mountain passes for trains, and hollow out cellars for city skyscrapers. When Mary Anne is destined for the scrap heap, the duo must dig their way out of trouble in this timeless tale of friendship, old-fashioned hard work, and ingenuity. Includes bonus audio download performed …
Fisher-Price Little People Planes, Cars, Trucks and Trains! (Lift-the-Flap)
Join the Little People characters in this whimsical flap book about different types of transportation! Activities on every spread enforce early learning concepts.Eddie, Sofie, Mia, Tessa, and Koby make it fun to learn all about the vehicles found in a neighborhood, at the airport, in the city, at the train station, and in the harbor. Each location also …
The fourth installment in the New York Times bestselling Brotherband series, for fans of Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones Hal and his fellow Herons have returned home to Skandia after defeating the pirate captain Zavac and reclaiming Skandia’s most prized artifact, the Andomal. With their honor restored, the Herons turn to a new mission: tracking down an old …
Each truck and big machine in these enticing rhyming poems is different — and little readers are invited to find a vehicle that’s like them.Sixteen boisterous, rhyming poems — each one highlighting the job and personality of a different vehicle, from a backhoe to an ambulance to a snowplow — invite young children to meet their favorite trucks …