Most Popular Books by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld

Text and photographs describe penguins and their lives.

From dazzling gemstones to sparkling crystals to molten lava, this brilliantly illustrated book introduces children to the exciting world of rocks and minerals, including both the building blocks and the bling. This level two reader, written in easy-to-grasp text, will help cultivate the geologists of tomorrow! This high-interest, educationally vetted series of beginning readers features the magnificent images of National Geographic, accompanied by texts written by experienced, skilled children''s book authors. The inside back cover of the paperback edition is an interactive feature based upon the book. Level 1 books reinforce the content of the book with a kinesthetic learning activity. In Level 2 books readers complete a Cloze letter, or fun fill-in, with vocabulary words. Releases simultaneously in Reinforced Library Binding: 978-1-4263-1039-3 National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.

When the pharoahs of Egypt died, they were mummified and buried in pyramids and tombs with all their riches. But as centuries passed, the tombs were looted and the pharoahs'' gold stolen. Then Howard Carter found the greatest Egyptian treasure trove of all—the tomb of King Tut''s mummy! But did the amazing treasure come with a deadly curse?

There''s nothing more fascinating than dinosaurs. In this Level 1 reader, youngsters learn all about the terrifying giants that once roamed the Earth—maybe even as close as their own backyard! They''ll be wowed by new information and eye-popping illustrations from National Geographic, a trusted source of children''s nonfiction content. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

Join National Geographic expert and TV personality Brady Barr on some wild adventures with snakes! Readers won''t believe their eyes as they read Barr''s hilarious—and completely true!—accounts of his interactions with some of the biggest, weirdest, and craziest snakes on Earth. Filled with engaging photos, fast facts, and fascinating sidebars, readers won''t want to put this book down.

Simple text and illustrations explain how and why leaves change colors as autumn approaches.

Even bears of little brain can learn their ABCs and 1-2-3s! When Christopher Robin sets up a school for Pooh and his friends, they all learn that school can be fun!

This book includes shapes, colors, numbers, opposites, and hundreds of child-friendly words! Join Pooh and all his friends from the Hundred-Acre Wood for another day of cheery adventures and learning fun!

it''s time for Pooh to eat his honey, but he can''t be found! Where is he hiding? Up there? Over here? Under there? Preschoolers join Piglets, Eeyore, Rabbit, and Tigger to search the Hundred-Acre Wood high and low for Winnie the Pooh. The simple repetitive text and large inviting flaps ensure that this lift-the-flap book will be a huge hit with young children. Full color. 6 spreads. and up.

Stegosaurus had spikes along its back. Triceratops had long, sharp horns. Tyrannosaurus rex was enormous. Millions and millions of years before the first people lived, these fascinating creatures ruled the Earth. To find out where they came from, you have to look way back in time . . . 3.5 billion years ago! Come explore the biggest mystery of all: Where did dinosaurs come from? Read and find out!

Pooh''s calendar is broken! When Pooh turns the page after December, he discovers to his horror that there are no more months. Of course Christopher Robin solves the problem for the bear of little brain, who helps ring in the new year with many happy noises! Preschoolers will learn all about the twelve months of the year, and the idea that at the end of each year, a new one begins.

Pooh and his friends hunt for seven Easter Eggs.

As the Ice Age comes to an end, animals Manny, Sid, Diego and their friends scramble to escape an oncoming flood.

Join three fantastic felines as they embark on the adventures of their (nine) lives in this colorful Chapters book, filled with photos and fun facts. Meet Dusty, a Siamese cat who gives the phrase "cat burglar" new meaning. Take to the seas with Skatty, a sailor and cat hero. And trek across the United States with Vladimir, a real-life cat explorer! These amazing--and TRUE--stories are sure to keep cat lovers and adventure fans on the edge of their seats.

The story of a girl, a wild mustang, and the courage to love the untamed . . . Katy has always been a dreamer, even when it gets her in trouble. At boarding school, she can''t keep her mind off her mountain ranch and the horses her family raises there. Back home for the summer, she finds an unlikely friend in a wild horse, Flicka. But when her father forbids her to visit the dangerous mustang, Katy must choose between following her own instincts and keeping her father''s trust.

Pooh’s friends are searching the Hundred-Acre Wood for him. But where, oh where, is that silly old bear? Lift the flaps to discover lots of surprises along the way to finding the ever-lovable Winnie the Pooh!

Electric lights--without them, we''d be in the dark! Here is a "biography" of the light bulb, an essential invention that lights up our days and nights. From the first spark of Thomas Alva Edison''s idea to the spread of electric lights around the world, Light Bulb is a fun and informative look at an invention that makes a huge difference in our lives. This STEAM nonfiction title is part of the new Eureka! series, each book covering one groundbreaking, world-changing discovery that millions of people use every single day.

Join the gang from the Hundred-Acre Wood as they learn about life "Pooh-style."

When Christopher Robin tells Winnie the Pooh that winter is coming, Pooh and his friends decide to welcome "him" with a party.

Help Pooh and his friends look all around in this lift-the-flap book.

A story about a boy and his cheetah in South Africa.

A Chunky Roly Poly book: sturdy board books for little hands.

When he decides to turn down the chance to become king, Shrek, along with his good friends Donkey and Puss, travel far and wide to find a replacement, before Prince Charming storms the castle.

Christopher Robin teaches Pooh rules for staying safe, especially not talking to strangers, which come in handy when there is an unexpected knock at Pooh''s door

Owen and his dog Hubble are on a mission to save Earthbound dogs from being recalled into space.

Pooh sets out to do a neighborly deed by bringing a present to Piglet, but on his way he learns a lot of things about his community as he meets people, sees new things, and travels new paths

This playful Hundred-Acre Wood version of classic nursery tales features Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Hansel and Gretel, Little Red Riding Hood, and many more

Text and illustrations look at some of the biggest snakes ever found, while providing information about them.

Follows an underwater wildlife photographer on four real-life adventures as he photographs leatherback sea turtles, harp seals, a whale named Wilma, and some gray reef sharks.

This Disney "Read-Aloud Storybook" stars Pooh and all his friends. Full color.

A simple explanation of how the human body works, discussing the five senses, muscles, bones, digestion, the heart, and the brain.

Emperor Kuzko''s evil advisor, Yzma, turns him into a llama and steals the throne, so Kuzko must depend on a peasant called Pacha to help him return to the city, outwit Yzma, and become human, and an emperor, again.

Describes such animals as snails, turtles, and crabs, which live in shells and use these coverings as protection.

It''s Christopher Robin''s birthday, and Pooh and the gang are planning a surprise party. Preschoolers are invited to help uncover all the hidden party favors in this charming lift-the-flap celebration.