Every picture tells a story! A classic Waldo adventure enjoys a refreshed cover — plus two new pages of searches.Ever the globe-trotter, Waldo is eager to show you his pictures. But not so fast — you have to find them first! Enter Odlaw’s Picture Gallery and admire thirty peculiar portraits, then try to track down their subjects in the maddeningly intricate scenes that follow. And your challenge is just beginning! There are hidden characters and objects to hunt for, spot-the-difference spreads, silhouettes to match with originals, and plenty more. Happy hunting — it’s truly an art! Read more

Greg Heffley and his family are getting out of town. With the cold weather and the stress of the approaching holiday season, the Heffleys decide to escape to a tropical island resort for some much-needed rest and relaxation. A few days in paradise should do wonders for Greg and his frazzled family. But the Heffleys soon discover that paradise isn't everything it's cracked up to be. Sun poisoning, stomach troubles, and venomous critters all threaten to ruin the family's vacation. Can their trip be saved, or will this island getaway end in disaster? Read more

An instant #1 USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and New York Times bestseller! In The Deep End, book 15 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley and his family hit the road for a cross-country camping trip, ​ready for the adventure of a lifetime. But their plans hit a major snag, and they find themselves stranded at an RV park that's not exactly a summertime paradise. Things only get worse for the Heffleys when the skies open up and the water starts to rise, making them wonder if they can save their vacation—or if they're already in too deep. And don’t miss Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Adventure, an all-new fantasy from Greg’s best friend—the follow-up to the instant #1 bestseller Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson’s Journal. Read more

A family road trip is supposed to be a lot of fun . . . unless, of course, you’re the Heffleys.In The Long Haul, Book 9 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney,the journey starts off full of promise, then quickly takes several wrong turns. Gas station bathrooms, crazed seagulls, a fender bender, and a runaway pig—not exactly Greg Heffley’s idea of a good time. But even the worst road trip can turn into an adventure—and this is one the Heffleys won’t soon forget. Read more

Taking a flight is always exciting, and On the Plane Activity Book is the perfect companion for your journey. Play ‘I Spy While I Fly’, take a multiple-choice quiz and spot the identical pilots on their way through the airport.   Packed with plenty to keep kids occupied at the airport or during the flight, this book also includes planes to decorate, matching games, fill-in-the-face drawing tasks, true-or-false airplane and flying facts, and behind-the-scenes diagrams to explore.   All children need to do is grab some pens and pencils, get ready to draw, write and play, and let their creativity soar! Read more

Nikki Maxwell deals with the trials and triumphs of middle school in this fifteenth installment of the #1 New York Times bestselling Dork Diaries series!Ooh la la! Nikki Maxwell and her band are on their way to Paris, but they run into some roadblocks on the way… And Nikki’s French skills may not be as reliable as she hoped! Can she get them moving again in time to reach their destination? Read more

Pete the Cat and his family go on a cross-country adventure in this Level 1 I Can Read tale from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean! Pete the Cat and his family are ready explore all the many wonderful American landmarks on their fun family road trip! They visit many famous sights, including Niagara Falls, New Orleans, Savannah, and more.Of course, no true road trip is complete without a flat tire! But the Cat family isn't going to let a small setback get in the way of fun...Pete the Cat's Family Road Trip is a Level I Can Read book, complete with original illustrations from the creators of Pete the Cat, Kimberly and James Dean, and is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own. Read more

From #1 New York Times-bestselling author Dan Gemeinhart comes a standalone companion to the critically-acclaimed The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise about a father and daughter who venture on a moving, uplifting, and rollicking cross-country road trip. It's been almost a year since Coyote and her dad left the road behind and settled down in a small Oregon town. . . time spent grieving the loss of her mom and sisters and trying to fit in at school. But just as life is becoming a new version of normal, Coyote discovers a box containing her mom’s ashes. And she thinks she might finally be ready to say goodbye.So Coyote and her dad gear up for an epic cross-country road trip to scatter the ashes at her mom’s chosen resting place. The only problem? Coyote has no idea where that resting place is―and the secret’s hidden in a book that Coyote mistakenly sold last year, somewhere in the country. Now, it’s up to Coyote to track down the treasured book . . . without her dad ever finding out that it’s lost. It’s time to fire up their trusty bus, Yager, pick up some old friends, discover some new ones, and hit the road on another unforgettable adventure."Your heart needs this joyful miracle of a book." ―Katherine Applegate, acclaimed author of The One and Only Ivan and Wishtree, on The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise Read more

The blockbuster kid-favorite series Weird But True! is back with another annual volume of new, true, mind-blowing oddities for 2024 ... and beyond!Discover Earth’s strangest natural wonders, animals, festivals, ancient architecture, news, and more in this annual compendium of everything Weird But True! fans love ... and then some. Readers will journey across the seven continents, dive into the ocean, and even blast off into space to discover a whole wide world of weird. From volcano-surfing in Nicaragua to a beach in Japan where the "sand" is shaped like stars to extreme ironing competitions in the United Kingdom, Weird But True! World offers an unparalleled adventure-filled exploration of our world’s amazing uniqueness.This BIG, BOLD annual extravaganza is updated each year with NEW “world's weirdest” winners from around the globe, weird news, fresh facts, and strange sites, animals, and events for every continent.Inside, you’ll find:Stunning photographsWild, wow-worthy factsWacky newsShocking stats and infographicsColorful mapsPersonality quizzesAdorable odd animalsAnd more!This book is perfect for any curious kid—or kid at heart—willing to embrace the quirky side of life. Read more

Hilarious questions about the joys of summer for kids who love fun, laughs, and a challenge from the author of the best-selling “Would You Rather?” series.School’s out! Now you can finally relax and have an awesome vacation. And this laugh-out-loud Would You Rather? book is the perfect companion for all your favorite summer activities, whether you’re at home, at camp, in a tent in the woods, at the pool, or on the road with family and friends.Would You Rather? Summer Edition features:Thought-provoking scenarios that entertain and challenge kids ages 8-12 to think creatively and speak persuasively.160+ "Would You Rather?" questions about campfires, whitewater rafting, pool parties, rock-climbing, bottle rockets, capture the flag, and so much more.Awesome entertainment for camping, summer camp, and road trips.Tech-free fun for lazy summer days.A competitive game for kids and families; who’s the smartest of them all?Would You Rather? Summer Edition will keep you entertained and laughing in the family car, at the beach, under starry skies, in a camp cabin, or on a cozy hammock in your backyard on warm summer days and nights. Read more

For more than one hundred years, people have been captivated by the disastrous sinking of the Titanic that claimed over 1,500 lives. Now young readers can find out why the great ship went down and how it was discovered seventy-five years later.At 2:20 a.m. on April 15, 1912, the Royal Mail Steamer Titanic, the largest passenger steamship of this time, met its catastrophic end after crashing into an iceberg. Of the 2,240 passengers and crew onboard, only 705 survived. More than one hundred years later, today's readers will be intrigued by the mystery that surrounds this ship that was originally labeled "unsinkable."Look for more Who HQ books: What Was the Great Chicago Fire?What Was Hurricane Katrina?What Was the San Francisco Earthquake?Disasters!: A Who HQ Collection Read more

Peppa Pig is going on vacation with her family! This storybook includes TWO exclusive Peppa Pig postcards.Peppa Pig and her family are going on a trip to Italy -- magnifico! They pack their bags, fly on an airplane, meet a new friend, and even learn how pizza is made! But what will happen when Peppa keeps leaving her teddy bear behind everywhere they go? Find out in this storybook based on the hit Nick Jr. TV show. This sweet story is perfect for any kid who's ever felt anxious about losing his or her favorite toy. Plus, it includes two exclusive Peppa Pig postcards for fans to send while on their own family trips! Read more

“Hilarious. Barbara Park makes reading fun.” —Dav Pilkey, author of Dog Man Barbara Park’s #1 New York Times bestselling chapter book series, Junie B. Jones, has been keeping kids laughing—and reading—for more than twenty-five years. Over 65 million copies sold!   Meet the World’s Funniest First Grader—Junie B. Jones! Junie B. and her family are going on a vacation to Hawaii! And ha! Mr. Scary is giving Junie a real, actual camera to keep a photo journal of her trip! But taking good vacation pictures is not always easy. ’Cause what if there is an unfortunate inner tube incident at the swimming pool? (And, oh my! Let’s not even mention what happens if a tropical bird gets tangled in your hair!) Will Junie B.’s vacation end up picture-perfect? Or will her trip to Hawaii be aloha-horrible?   USA Today: “Junie B. is the darling of the young-reader set.”   Publishers Weekly: “Park convinces beginning readers that Junie B.—and reading—are lots of fun.”   Kirkus Reviews: “Junie’s swarms of young fans will continue to delight in her unique take on the world. . . . A hilarious, first-rate read-aloud.”   Time: “Junie B. Jones is a feisty six-year-old with an endearing penchant for honesty.” Read more

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Learn all about airplanes, airports, and the fascinating world of air travel: A passenger jet lands on the runway, a plane is refueled before takeoff... Best of all, lots of flaps, popups, pull-tabs, and rotating wheels bring planes, airports, and travelers to life. Readers will poke into the cockpit of a Boeing 747, explore the innards of a baggage carousel, and help pilots get ready for takeoff. Any child who has ever wanted to take flight will adore this extraordinary collection of airplanes, from early biplanes to modern jets.• Supersized spreads feature marvelously detailed illustrations that just beg to be pored over again and again• 50+ interactive flaps, tabs, and more to keep kids engaged• A captivating adventure that brings the world of flight and the magic of books to life in young mindsFans of How Things Work will also enjoy the stunning details and interactive fun of The Ultimate Book of Airplanes and Airports.• Great family read-aloud book• Books for kids ages 5–8• Books for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school children Read more

Families who camp can prepare for their next trip together with this nonfiction board book from the bestselling series Hello, World! A perfect gift for outdoorsy kids!Kids can learn all about the joys of camping in this cheerful and informative board book—with colors, shapes, sizes, and super-simple facts. ("Stars look brighter when you are camping because there are no other lights around.")Told in easy-to-understand terms alongside bright illustrations of tents, camper vans, gear, marshmallow roasts, and stargazing, this sturdy book makes learning easy for little ones and offers useful prompts to help adults engage with the reader on each page.It's a perfect way to bring the outside world of nature into the busy world of babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, where learning never stops.Look for all the books in the Hello, World! series: • Solar System• Weather• Backyard Bugs• Birds• Dinosaurs• My Body• How Do Apples Grow?• Ocean Life• Moon Landing• Pets• Arctic Animals• Construction Site• Rainforest Animals• Planet Earth • Reptiles• Cars and Trucks • Music• Baby Animals• On the Farm• Garden Time• Planes and Other Flying Machines• Rocks and Minerals• Snow• Let's Go Camping• School Day Read more

Taking a trip? Going on vacation? Great! Use this journal to keep a record of everything!Plan your trip and packing list.Write what happened on the way there and back.Write down what you did.Sketch what you saw.Rate each day.Paste in photos, tickets, maps, postcards, and more.Keep more stuff in the back pocket.Journal also includes:Puzzles and games.Maps of the world, North America, and Europe.Helpful words and phrases in other languages.Metric information.Fun world facts.Travel-related quotes from kid's books.Full-color photos and illustrations.Acid-free archival paper preserves your journaling. Makes a great keepsake!Elastic band attached to back cover keeps your place or keeps journal closed.Recommended for ages 6 and up.6-1/4'' wide x 8-1/4'' high (15.9 cm wide x 21 cm high).Sturdy hardcover binding.96 pages. Read more

Entertain the kids in the car with zero screen time!Over 100 games, puzzles, mazes, mad libs, journal prompts, scavenger hunts, and other activitiesReduce screen-time with interactive activities that both kids and families can enjoy on the roadTake a road trip to get away from it all, while the kids are happy, occupied, and engagedEnjoy the journey as much as the destination, no phones, apps, computers, or screens requiredPack up the family car, hit the road, and entertain the kids for the entire trip—without phones, iPads, laptops, and screens!The ultimate vacation buddy, Road Trip Activities and Travel Journal for Kids is a must-have activity book for kids to enjoy as you reach your destination, making your long car ride much more enjoyable! Including car games, mad libs, puzzles, writing prompts, questionnaires, coloring pages, interview ideas, scavenger hunts, brain-teasers, and more, this road trip book is filled with more than 100 entertaining activities, inventive ideas, and endless fun.Design your own license plate, sketch your souvenirs, fill in bingo cards with what you find from looking out the window, and enjoy the journey as much as the vacation itself! This interactive book encourages children to be present, look out the window to observe their surroundings, make memories, and challenge themselves with puzzles, games, and activities. Adventure awaits!The games and activities inside this fun travel book include:Create the Ultimate PlaylistPhoto Scavenger HuntYou're a PoetCar YogaRainbow CarsInterview with a PassengerLearn to Write in CodeMake a Grass WhistleDaily Journal PagesRebus PuzzleCar MazeTravel Log PagesMatch the SignsLogo QuestAnd much more!Author Kristy Alpert is an award-winning freelance travel journalist and has work featured in Fodor's Travel, Travel Weekly, Yahoo! Travel, Refinery29, AFAR, and several other popular publications.Hit the road, escape the screen, and have some fun, with Road Trip Activities and Travel Journal for Kids!"An irresistible and educational traveling companion for kids. It will open your child's eyes to the wonders of the road."—Thomas Arthur Repp, Editorial Director, American Road magazine"Especially in this time where it's hard to get kids off devices, this journal provides many hours of creative thought provoking activity that would keep kids entertained while on a short trip or a long journey."—Naomi deManana, Editor at Large / Craft and Style / Martha Stewart Living"Let Kristy and Tamiko entertain the entire family on your next road trip with creative activities and journaling that encourage imagination and sensorial connection."—Devorah Lev-Tov, mother and travel journalist with The New York Times, National Geographic, Conde Nast Traveler, and more"This is an essential travel item for road tripping families. Activities, games, trivia, puzzles, and more will keep kids (and adults!) occupied for a fun and drama-free car ride."—Teddy Minford, travel journalist and guidebook author Read more

All aboard! From the fastest to the longest, the oldest to the newest, through tunnels, across bridges and up mountainsides, take a fascinating ride through the world of trains in this brilliant new book from illustrator James Gulliver Hancock.In this follow-up to How Cities Work and How Airports Work, young readers travel through history and around the world to find out everything they ever wanted to know about trains. Unfold pages and lift flaps to reveal bustling stations, old steam locomotives fueled with coal, and high-speed trains zooming across Japan at almost 400 miles per hour!And that's not all. See how trains reach the top of mountains, transport people under cities, and work beneath the sea. And don't forget to dress up-we'll take you on some luxurious journeys including the Trans-Siberian Railway from Moscow to Vladivostok, and The Ghan, which runs all the way across Australia! How Trains Work is jam-packed with amazing facts and awesome illustrations, and was created in consultation with Anthony Coulls, Senior Curator of Rail Transport & Technology, National Railway Museum, UK.About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids-an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet-published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore! Read more

A fun classic picture book featuring the beloved Harry the Dirty Dog!When Harry goes on a visit to the beach, he is mistaken for a sea creature when a big wave covers him with seaweed. Harry also has to hunt for his family beneath all the similar beach umbrellas. Children will relate to Harry's funny misadventures.This is an irresistible story featuring a classic picture book character, especially perfect for young dog lovers and fans of Harry the Dirty Dog. Harry the Dirty Dog has been recognized by the National Education Association as an all-time top-100 children's book. It has also been welcomed by a new generation at home, as Betty White's 2020 reading of the story on StorylineOnline has been viewed more than 8 million times.For more fun with Harry the Dirty Dog, don't miss No Roses for Harry! and Harry and the Lady Next Door.  Read more