Most Popular Books by Megan Stine

Did you know that the Vatican is a country--the smallest in the world? Find out the amazing history of the headquarters of the Catholic Church. It''s time to elect a new pope. Hundreds of thousands of people gather in front of St. Peter''s Basilica to learn who will be the next leader of the Catholic Church. A white puff of smoke from a chimney signals the cardinals--the "princes" of the church--have elected one of their own who will continue to be the leader of the faith that has been around for more than two thousand years. Author Megan Stine charts the beginning of Christianity and its hold on members of the faith as well as the countless struggles for power (one pope was poisoned by his own men!), the building of the Vatican and creation of the Sistine Chapel, and the Secret Archives that hold papers the church has accumulated over the centuries.

Young armchair adventurers can travel to the topmost point on the globe and learn all about the vast region surrounding the North Pole. From the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series comes Where Is?, a series that tells the stories of world-famous landmarks and natural wonders and features a fold-out map! It might seem lonely at the top of the world, but the North Pole is teeming with life! Polar bears, walruses, and arctic seals make their home on sea ice that can be nine feet thick while the Inuit and other indigenous peoples continue their traditions and means for survival in this harsh climate. Along with the early twentieth-century story of Robert Peary’s egomaniacal quest to reach the exact spot of the North Pole, this is an exciting new addition to the Where Is? series.

Travel back to the time when the mighty dinosaurs ruled the earth. The Age of Dinosaurs began about 250 million years ago. In the beginning they were quite small but over time they evolved into the varied and fascinating creatures that captivate our imaginations today. What we know about dinosaurs is evolving, too! We''ve learned that some dinosaurs were good parents, that dinosaurs could grow new teeth when old ones fell out, and that most dinosaurs walked on two legs. We''ve even discovered that birds are modern relatives of dinosaurs!

Misty (Mary-Kate) and Amber (Ashley) are sent to Rome to find out why the Hipslovan gymanstics team is able to perform super-human flips, jumps, and vaults.

How did a little girl who loved horses become the longest reigning monarch in England? Find out in this addition to the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series! In 1936, the life of ten-year-old Princess Elizabeth of York changed forever. Although she was a member of the British Royal Family, she never expected to become queen. But when her uncle Edward gave up the throne, suddenly her father was the new king, which meant young Elizabeth was next in line! Queen Elizabeth reigned for seventy years, and while there were palaces galore, the crown jewels, and trips around the world, her life was one of strict discipline and duty. This riveting chronicle follows the life of a woman who was both a public figure and an intensely private person and explores how she kept the monarchy together through good times and bad.

Armchair adventurers can set sail for the remote Galapagos Islands and learn about the strange and unique animals that live there. The Galapagos Islands are a chain of volcanic islands located on either side of the equator in the Pacific Ocean. The isolated location of the islands has allowed a vast number of species to develop that are original to each island, such as the marine iguana, the blue-footed booby, the magnificent frigatebird and of course the giant Galapagos tortoise, which may live to be over one hundred years old. Studied by Charles Darwin during his historic voyage on the HMS Beagle, the island life contributed to his groundbreaking theory of evolution. Today the islands are a popular tourist destination and a UNESCO World Heritage site. This book, part of the New York Times best-selling series, is enhanced by eighty illustrations.

Fifth-grader Andrew, good in music but poor in sports, gets a chance to prove himself in both when he is asked to direct his own play as a school production and to chose a sport for a mini-Olympics competition.

Every time good-girl Chloe comes up with a scheme to land in detention with her crush Travis, someone else gets blamed, while her sister Riley goes on a trial date with geeky Larry with disastrous results.

Mary-Kate and Ashley try to figure out who their Secret Santas are after Mary-Kate gets a beautiful beaded necklace and Ashley gets stinky gym socks and a half-eaten sandwich.

Based on the teleplay Tough Break, written by David Slack, this episode finds Jackie faced with Jade''s toy GnomeKop, brought to life by the rat talisman. Includes full-color collectible card.

Max doesn''t want to be promoted, he says fourth grade isn''t "cool."

Max doesn''t want to be promoted, he says fourth grade isn''t "cool."

When bad boy Dylan has a motorcycle accident that lands him in the hospital, it''s love-struck Courtney who nurses him back to health. But once again Brooke stirs up trouble when she finds a note in Dylan''s room that says Your son misses you. Soon the rumors are flying--is Dylan a dad?

Jeffrey and his class are excited about a four-day trip to Camp Duck Down, when Max, the ghost, brags about meeting Bigfoot and dares Jeffrey to hunt the creature down.

Eleven-year-old Cam Ross accidentally awakens the mummy of a murdered Egyptian boy--and now the mummy wants to murder Cam!

Traces the life of the Black Muslim leader who worked to foster self-respect among African Americans.

The good new is - Mary-Kate made the White Oak winter sports team! The bad new is - she has no money to buy her own snowboard. She asks Ashley to help her, but Ashley has problems of her own.

Fans were shocked at 18-year-old Julia''s season-ending marriage to her boyfriend Griffin. Now they can learn the story-behind-the-story of the wedding through Julia''s own words and thoughts. Neve Campbell has recently signed to do the sequel of the surprise horror hit movie "Scream".

Your custom-built race car takes you back in time to 1915 where you are in a cross-country car race racing for your life.

Twenty science activities to be used by parents and teachers with children as supplements to classroom science curricula.

Are you a menace on wheels? Find out how to handle your car-whether you''re behind the wheel or under the hood-in this super-savvy Real U Guide to Road Safety and Car Care. For new drivers who haven''t had much experience with icy roads and oil filters, or for anyone who simply wants to learn more about that 2000 pounds of steel in the garage-this guide has excellent advice about handling roadside emergencies, coping with basic everyday car maintenance issues, and steering clear of the most common driving disasters. Topics covered include: -How to jump start a car -What to say-and what "not" to say-after an accident -How to know whether you need premium gas -How to decode your dashboard lights, and what to do when they come on -All about rotating your tires -Engine fluids any idiot can replace (and save big bucks) Speed demons (and speed readers) will appreciate the four-color photographs and illustrations throughout, which make each driving tip and maintenance procedure perfectly clear. It''s kind of like getting a letter filled with car care advice from a hip older brother who just won a major Nascar race. Minus the grease stains.

Presents a variety of activities, experiments, and simple tricks that explore principles of electricity, physics, biology, and more.

Bailey decides to go to his Dad''s high school reunion but no one will talk to him about his Dad.

The seventeen-year-old Three Investigators become involved in tracking down a basketball scandal when Pete receives a corrupt offer from a local college.

The reader''s decisions will determine whether the Three Investigators will be able to solve the mystery of unexpected screams heard on a local amusement park ride.

The pioneer girl who became the writer comes to life in this biography.

Mesa Verdel: Summer, 1912. Searching for a stash of stolen gold, Indy gets a taste of the real Wild West when the robbers want their booty back. Young Indiana Jones #10

In this multi-plot adventure, readers brave hungry tigers, vicious thugs, and a violent secret society called The Golden Lotus when they travel through China with Indiana Jones to locate an ancient jade dragon with diamond eyes.

In 1912 thirteen-year-old Indy and his cousin Lyle find themselves forced to play a game to the death when they are captured by a bizarre Mexican cult.

When Lucy observes the summer librarian eating bugs and turning into a grotesque creature, she is certain that he is a real, live monster.

By making the correct decisions, the reader assists the Three Investigators in solving a robbery at the strange Markels mansion.

Ashley and Mary-Kate plan competing surprise parties to be held on the same day.

Jeffrey Becker is not sure he likes being a big brother, especially if it means giving up the big birthday party he wanted, but Max, the ghost, has his own plans.