kingfisher us fall 2009 catalog

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Coming November 2009See page 34 for more details.

TEN WARRIORS FROM

CENTURIES PAST—

ONLY ONE WILL BE

NAMED HISTORY’S

ULTIMATE WARRIOR.

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SEPTEMBER

Ages 3-6

Gnash, Gnaw Dinosaur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

I Can Draw: Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

I Can Draw: Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

I Can Draw: Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

I Can Draw: Wild Animal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Flip the Flaps: Jungle Animals . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Flip the Flaps: Animal Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Ages 6-10

Quentin Quirk’s Magic Works:

Attack of the Butt-Biting Sharks . . . . . . . . . . .8

Quentin Quirk’s Magic Works:

Purple Sluggy Worts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Ages 7-10

The Pet Sitter: Beware the Werepuppy . . . . . .9

The Pet Sitter: Parrot Pandemonium . . . . . . . .9

Ages 9-12

Navigators: Animals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Navigators: Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Zodiac Girls: Bridesmaids’ Club . . . . . . . . . . . .12

OCTOBER

Ages 3-6

Dinosaur Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Ages 6-10

Leonardo da Vinci . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Ages 9-12

Kingfisher Knowledge: Middle East . . . . . . . .18

Really, Really Big Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Zodiac Girls: Double Trouble . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Gifted: Here Today, Gone Tomorrow . . . . . . .23

Ages 10-14

10 Inventors Who Changed the World . . . . .24

Basher Science: Rocks and Minerals . . . . . . .26

NOVEMBER

Ages 4-8

Science Kids: Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Ask Dr. K Fisher about Planet Earth . . . . . . . .30

Ages 9-12

Lost Worlds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Ages 10 up

Versus: Warriors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

INDEX BY SUBJECT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-39

NEW TITLE INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

CONTENTS

Artwork on cover and page one from Dinosaur Park; illustrated by Steve Weston-see page 14

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SEPTEMBER

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Prehistoric poemswith lift-the-flapsurprises!

Gnash, Gnaw, Dinosaur!ISBN: 978-0-7534-6226-3

Paper over board • SeptemberAges 3-6 • Grades PreK-19” x 11” • 24 pp.$12.99 ($16.50 CAN)

Gnash, Gnaw, Dinosaurby Tony Mitton, illustrated by Lynne Chapman

With laugh-out-loud, whimsical rhyme by award winning poet Tony Mitton,future palaeontologists are uniquely introduced to all kinds of dinosaurs. Detailsabout where they lived, what they ate, and how they got around are answeredmixing humor and information with appealing artwork and a flap that can beflipped for engaging interaction. Dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes stomp aroundand pounce their way through the pages of this fact-filled book. And who knewdinosaurs could be so funny and colorful!

TONY MITTON is a widely anthologized children's poet, as well as a teacher and performing poet. His Royal Raps won the 1997 Nottinghamshire Libraries/DillonsChildren's Book Award.

LYNNE CHAPMAN is a freelance illustrator who has published over 25 books forchildren.

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Paper over board Ages 3-6 • Grades PreK-19” x 11” • 24 pp.$12.99 ($16.50 CAN)

We’re back in this book with a big helloCome and see us moving as we slosh through the swam

p

Come and watch us eating as we chomp, chomp, chomp

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Farm illustrated by Simon Abbott

Cows, sheep, tractor . . . you name it. Ifit lives on a farm, you will draw it. Agreat take along for a trip down on thefarm.

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I CAN DRAW

Because childrenare buddingartists waiting tobe discovered

FarmISBN: 978-0-7534-6378-9

ParksISBN: 978-0-7534-6379-6

Board book • SeptemberAges 3-6 • Grades PreK-18 1/2 ” x 10 5/8” • 14 pp.$6.99 ($8.99 CAN)

Parks illustrated by Simon Abbott

Sliding and swinging is all the fun at thepark . . . just the right touch to extendcreative park play.

Wipe CleanSurface

New Series!SEPTEMBER

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NOVEMBER

ABOUT THE SERIES

Child-friendly ‘wipe-clean’spreads allow children todraw and copy picturesand shapes. Each book hasa special pen and sixspreads. The wipe-cleanelement allows children tocopy pictures again andagain, as teaching thembasic drawing skills.

Pets (Available November)ISBN: 978-0-7534-6380-2

Wild Animals (Available November)ISBN: 978-0-7534-6381-9

Board book • NovemberAges 3-6 • Grades PreK-18 1/2” x 10 5/8” • 14 pp.$6.99 ($8.99 CAN)

Pets illustrated by Simon Abbott

Dogs, birds, fish, whatever your favoritepet, you can take special care in drawingthem over and over again.

Wild Animalsillustrated by Simon Abbott

From lions to zebras and more wildcreatures in between . . . the perfectcreative visit to the wild without thedanger.

SIMON ABBOTT has been illustrating children’s books, toys and games for over 10years. His favorite subjects to draw are smiley snails and funky fish.

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FLIP THE FLAPS

Lift up to learn and discover!

Animal Homes ISBN: 978-0-7534-6258-4

Jungle Animals(Available November)ISBN: 978-0-7543-6257-7

Paper over board Ages 3-6 • Grades Prek-19 7/8” x 9 7/8” • 32 pp. $7.99 ($10.25 CAN)

ANIMAL HOMESby Judy Allenillustrated by Simon Mendez

From watery places to deep, darkcaves, young readers will satisfy theircurious minds as they flip the flaps touncover animal homes both expectedand unexpected. Observing a tailorbirdconstruct an elaborate nest and rollingover stones to see the creepy-crawly residents underneath, Animal Homesgives children the perfect peek into allcreatures' natural habitats.

JUDY ALLEN is an award-winning author who has written more than 50 books for children.

SIMON MENDEZ is a freelance artist and holds a degree in scientific illustration.

JUNGLE ANIMALSby Jinny Johnson, illustrated by Nicki Palin

In Jungle Animals, children lead anexpedition through wild jungles and rainforests to uncover extraordinaryfacts about the animals that live there. Young explorers lift the flaps to reveal answers about everything from monkeys that leap through treetops tocreatures that snuffle around on forestfloors. Plus, a fun spot-the-differencegame suddenly appears as the artworkamazingly changes.

JINNY JOHNSON has written and edited several nonfiction titles on natural history andthe human body for young children, including Kingfisher Voyages: Rainforest.

NICKI PALIN is an accomplished illustrator of numerous books for Kingfisher, includingI Wonder Why (Flip the Flaps) Baby Animals.

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ABOUT THE SERIES

Questioning—the very firststep in scientific learning—is at the core of this entertaining series.Preschoolers' most frequently asked questionsare answered in an appealing, lift-the-flap format, giving the senseof discovery and an element of surprise.

Paper over board Ages 3-6 • Grades Prek-19 7/8” x 9 7/8” • 32 pp. $7.99 ($8.99 CAN)

FLIP THE FLAPS BABY ANIMALSISBN: 978-0-7534-6220-1

FLIP THE FLAPS CREEPY-CRAWLIESISBN: 978-0-7534-6223-2

ALSO AVAILABLE IN THE FLIP THE FLAPS SERIES

FLIP THE FLAPS DINOSAURSISBN: 978-0-7534-6221-8

FLIP THE FLAPS FARM ANIMALSISBN: 978-0-7534-6285-0

FLIP THE FLAPS PETSISBN: 978-0-7534-6286-7

FLIP THE FLAPS WHALES AND DOLPHINSISBN: 978-0-7534-6225-6

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ATTACK OF THEBUTT-BITINGSHARKSby Matt Kain, illustrated by Jim Field

When best friends, Jez and Charlie happenupon Quentin Quirk’s Magical Emporium,they discover potions and magic spellsgalore! Hardly containing themselves, theychoose a bottle of Liquid Frighteners thatwhen applied to anything, scary creaturesappear. With three drops, Jez only gives sisterAbigail a well-deserved dose of sharks in thebath, but it’s not long before events spin outof control. Will Jez and Charlie confess andcome to the rescue in time?

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Attack of the Butt-Biting SharksISBN: 978-0-7534-6294-2

Purple Sluggy WortsISBN: 978-0-7534-6295-9

Trade paperback • SeptemberAges 6-10 • Grades 1-55 1/8” x 7 3/4” • 112 pp.$5.99 ($7.75 CAN)

PURPLE SLUGGYWORTSby Matt Kain, illustrated by Jim Field

In desperate need of a talent for the local talent show, Jez and Charlie visit theMagical Emporium and set their sights onbuying a Box of Tricks, believing it contains a variety of performing magic tricks.Instead, Mr. Quirk forces them to buy a jarof Worry Warts (slug-like hairy warts thatsuck worry out of people), but the boysget a hold of The Box of Tricks they think contains nothing but tricks. Will thisbox contain what they need or will morechaos and impending rescue ensue?

MATT KAIN is the pseudonym of Kelly McKain, a vibrant voice in children’s fiction. Kelly’sspecialty is creating winning series concepts including Totally Lucy, and Mermaid Rock.

JIM FIELD is an accomplished illustrator and animator. This is his first children’s book withKingfisher.

QUENTIN QUIRK’SMAGIC WORKS

Introducing Jez andCharlie, two chaoticbut likeable heroes of a brand-new magic-themed series

ABOUTTHE SERIESQuentin Quirk, the wise-cracking, snarly wizard is the owner of a Magical Emporium, a mysterious shop stuffed full of fantastic potions, spells, and magic. When Jez and Charlie get to know about Mr. Quirk’s potion, they use them to try and solve their day-to-daydilemmas—magic, comedy, andchaos are never far behind.

New Series!SEPTEMBER

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THE PET SITTER

Max, the pint-sizedhero is back, sittingunusual pets

ABOUTTHE SERIESMax has a problem.

He loves animals, but hissneezy allergic sister means no family pets.

When his mom sees an advertisement for a pet sitter in the local pet store, he thinks his problem is solved. But with every new job, the strangest things keep happening. Magical things.

Kids will love the blen of wisecracking humor, fantasy and anmials with unexpectedlybad behavior.

Beware the Were PuppyISBN: 978-0-3305-1045-5

Parrot PandemoniumISBN: 978-0-7534-6219-5

Trade paperback • SeptemberAges 6-10 • Grades 1-55 1/8” x 7 3/4” • 96 pp.$5.99 ($7.75 CAN)

BEWARE THE WERE PUPPYby Julie Sykes,illustrated by Nathan Reed

A cute young werepup, owned by a not-cuteold wizard is Max’s next job. Fang, while a bitof an odd name, seems cuddly enough. Max’smain priority is to make sure Fang gets hiswalks, but secretly as pets are not allowed inthe wizard’s apartment block. Max has every-thing under control until on one secret walkthe clouds part and a full moon pops out.

PARROTPANDEMONIUMby Julie Sykes,illustrated by Nathan Reed

When Pirate Captain Boom asks Max to pet sithis parrot Squawk, Max thinks he’s in for a funride. But Max hasn’t counted on Boom’sneighboring pirate Becky Bones interfering.While Squawk loves to take the boat out, hislatest piractical joke goes wrong and theirship The Leaky Dip is cast out to sea. Max hasto summon all of his abilities to try and savethe day.

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Tiger-TamingISBN: 978-0-7534-6271-3

Dixie In DangerISBN: 978-0-7534-6217-1

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NAVIGATORS

A visual thrill ridethrough the latestinformation—fantastic one-stopreferenceresources

AnimalsISBN: 978-0-7534-6306-2

Technology(Available November)ISBN: 978-0-7534-6307-9

Paper over board • SeptemberAges 9-12 • Grades 4-79 7/8” x 11” • 48 pp.$12.99 ($16.50 CAN)

ANIMALSby Miranda Smith

Readers wonder no more about theanimal kingdom as they get up closeand personal with all creatures of theanimal kingdom. Fly high on an airborne hunt with an osprey, watchan anteater’s tongue catch termites intheir nest and dive in the deep oceanwith a lantern fish. With cutting-edgegraphic design, Navigators: Animalsis a thrill of an adventure.

MIRANDA SMITH is a long-standingeditor of information books for bothchildren and adults and is the authorof several Kingfisher books, includingNavigators: Human Body.

TECHNOLOGYby Peter Kent

Get inside the minds of scientists,engineers and programmers, andunravel the workings of the modern world. Technology is anauthoritative and visually engaginglook at discovering the secrets of tunnel builders, the splitting of an atom, and the adventure of a ride into orbit. Web links andquotes throughout the book allowreaders further exploration intoeach subject.

PETER KENT has been a freelance author and illustrator for more than 20 years. He haswritten and illustrated over twenty of his own books and most of Peter’s work has beenin children’s non-fiction.

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ABOUT THE SERIES

Featuring the most up-to–date informationand a cool contemporarydesign, Navigators is aimed squarely at today’s visually sophisticated readers. Every spread isspilling over with 3-D artwork, essential facts, featured quotes from related books and movies,and the best web links totake the exploration further.With cutting-edge art and hottest subjects,NAVIGATORS is a core-reference series you never knew what you did without.

Paper over board Ages 9-12 • Grades 4-79 7/8” x 11” • 48 pp.$10.99 ($11.99 CAN)

NAVIGATORS ANCIENT ROMEISBN: 978-0-7534-6288-1

NAVIGATORS HUMAN BODYISBN: 978-0-7534-6229-4

NAVIGATORS KILLER CREATURESISBN: 978-0-7534-6227-0

NAVIGATORS KNIGHTS AND CASTLESISBN: 978-0-7534-6228-7

NAVIGATORS PLANET EARTHISBN: 978-0-1534-6289-8

NAVIGATORS STARS AND PLANETSISBN: 978-0-7534-6230-0

ALSO AVAILABLE IN THE NAVIGATORS SERIES

Web links included forfurther exploration

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www.kingfisherpublications.com

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ZODIAC GIRLS

More humor, horoscopes, and an indecisive yet likable Libra heroine

Bridesmaids’ ClubISBN: 978-0-7534-6382-6Paperback • SeptemberAges 9-12 • Grades 4-75 1/8” x 7 3/4” • 208 pp.$5.99 ($7.75 CAN)

Bridesmaids’ Clubby Cathy Hopkins

Like most Librans, Chloe finds it hard to make decisions, except that is, when itcomes to the Bridesmaids’ Club. There she knows exactly what she wants andhow to plan the perfect wedding—something she hopes to do very soon for hersister. But when she's chosen to be a Zodiac Girl, wedding plans start to go awry and her dream ceremony appears to be turning into her worst nightmare.Can Chloe make the decisions that will turn everything around for a perfectwedding?

CATHY HOPKINS is the bestselling author of the Mates, Dates series, which has soldmore than three million copies in the U.K. and the U.S. She is an Aquarius.

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ABOUT THE SERIES

Each month a new ZodiacGirl is chosen, and she isgiven the help of theplanets. Combining bits of fantasy with lost of situations in which tweenscan relate, the planets helpthe chosen girl deal withwhatever problems she’sfacing—parents, friends,expectations, fitting-in.

PaperbackAges 9-12 • Grades 4-75 1/8” x 7 3/4” • 208 pp.$5.99 ($6.99 CAN)

Brat Princess (Leo)ISBN: 978-0-7534-6321-5

Discount Diva (Taurus)ISBN: 978-0-7534-6322-2

From Geek to Goddess (Gemini)ISBN: 978-0-7534-6323-9

ALSO AVAILABLE IN THE ZODIAC GIRLS SERIES

See also page 22 for new title: Double Trouble

Recipe for Rebellion (Sagittarius)ISBN: 978-0-7534-6324-6

Star Child (Virgo)ISBN: 978-0-7534-6377-2

Dancing Queen (Aries)ISBN: 978-0-7534-6296-6


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Dinosaurs Pop-upand engage you—interactive playfor hours ofJurassic fun!

Dinosaur ParkISBN: 978-0-7534-6383-3

Paper over board • OctoberAges 3-6 • Grades PreK-19 3/5” x12” • 8 pp. (pop-up); 20 pp. (field guide)$17.99 ($22.99 CAN)

DINOSAUR PARKillustrated by Steve Weston

We dare you to enter four alluring worlds of dinosaurs and interact with fun andmischievous intent. Readers can use nine press-out dinosaur pieces to helpTyrannosaurus rex chase hadrosaurs among the rocky cliffs of T.rex Valley andfind the Maiasaura babies’ mummy among the trees of Maiasaura Forest. Nodinosaur book would be complete without a head butt competition with theTriceratops beneath the fiery Triceratops Volcano or achance to meet all the prehistoric residents ofDiplodocus Lake. Field guide included to findanswers to questions and track down footprints thatappear across every scene.

STEVE WESTON has been an illustrator for more than 30 years and has producedartwork for many leading publishers in the US and the UK.

Includes 4 pop-upspreads & 9 dinosaur

play pieces

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Paper over board Ages 3-6 • Grades PreK-19 3/5” x 12” • 8 pp. (pop-up); 20 pp. (field guide)$17.99 ($22.99 CAN)

Stegosaurus

Teradactyl

Tyrannosaurus Rex

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A glimpse intothe mind of oneof the world’sgreatest geniuses

“A terrible day!I saw the artistLeonardo da Vincifor the first time,but he was soangry that I scarce dared to look at him?

Leonardo da VinciISBN: 978-0-7534-6174-7

Paper over board • OctoberAges 6-10 • Grades 1-510 18” x 11 3/8” • 64 pp.$16.99 ($21.99 CAN)

LEONARDO da VINCIby Steve Augardeillustrated by Leo Brown

At just twelve years old, Paulo becomes an apprentice to Leonardo da Vinci, thebrilliant artist and inventor. Dull is not how Paulo describes life in Leonardo’sbusy studio. There are floors to sweep, paints to mix, errands to run, and drawings to be made. But there are mysterious events, too. Another apprenticeis not all that he seems, and an evening visit to a hospital uncovers some very interesting happenings… Paulo’s diary tells of an exciting moment inRenaissance Italy; it’s a young boy’s insight into a fascinating time and place andhis glimpse into the mind of one of the world’s greatest geniuses, as well as astory told from the heart.

STEVE AUGARDE is a writer and illustrator. He has published over 80 books, ranging from story books and pop-up books for young readers to his recent novels for older children, including the captivating Various trilogy.

LEO BROWN is a painter, illustrator, author, art director, sculptor and animator. As a concept artist, his clients range from the BBC, Disney, Gary Kurtz, producer of the Star Wars films, and Mike Ploog, art director of Ghost Rider.

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ABOUT THE SERIES

LIFELINES is an illustratedbiography series, whichcombines non-fiction andfiction to introduce readers to famous historical characters. Each book begins with adiary, told from the point of view of a childwho works for the famous person. At the end of each book there is an illustrated referencechapter.

Paper over board Ages 6-10 • Grades 1-510 1/8” x 11 3/8” • 64 pp.$16.99 ($17.99 CAN)CLEOPATRA

ISBN: 978-0-7534-6025-2CHARLES DARWINISBN: 978-0-7534-6251-5

ALSO AVAILABLE IN THE LIFELINES SERIES

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KFKPAPERBACKS

The richness of the Middle East,now in accessiblepaperback

Middle EastISBN: 978-0-7534-6313-0

Trade paperback • OctoberAges 9-12 • Grades 4-79” x 10 7/8” • 64 pp.$8.99 ($11.50 CAN)

MIDDLE EASTby Philip Steele

The Middle East captures the richness and diversity of Middle Eastern cultureand places the region in its global context in a way that no other reference hasdone for this age group. By examining a wide range of themes, including religion, resources, history, politics, and current affairs, and then embarking ona country-by-country examination, The Middle East is an excellent companionto any discussion of current news or social and political events.

PHILIP STEELE is an experienced writer and editor who has been writing books forchildren and adults on a wide range of topics including history, geography and cultural, and social themes for over 20 years.

Fully updated with the latest political

developments!

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ABOUT THE SERIES

The Kingfisher Knowledgeseries provides an in-depthlook at the details of ourworld. Photographs anddigital artwork introducecomplex concepts and highlight supporting information. Each chapteroffers web sites, books,and places that studentscan explore to continuetheir research.

Trade paperbackAges 9-12 • Grades 4-79” x 10 7/8” • 64 pp.$8.99 ($11.50 CAN)

ALSO AVAILABLE IN THE KFK PAPERBACK SERIES

ANIMAL GIANTSISBN: 978-0-7534-6157-0

ARCHAEOLOGYISBN: 978-0-7534-6158-7

COMMUNICATIONISBN: 978-0-7534- 6159-4

ENDANGERED PLANETISBN: 978-0-7534-6160-0

EPIDEMIC AND PLAGUESISBN: 978-0-7534-6161-7

FORENSICSISBN: 978-0-7534-6211-9

HUMAN BODYISBN: 978-0-7534-6292-8

INVENTIONSISBN: 978-0-7534-6293-5

NATURAL DISASTERSISBN: 978-0-7534-6237-9

PIRATES & SMUGGLERSISBN: 978-0-7534-6248-5

ROCKS & FOSSILSISBN: 978-0-7534-6238-6

Over 600,000 copies sold!

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A fun and original exploration into some of life’s biggest questions!

Really, Really Big QuestionsISBN: 978-0-7534-6309-3

Paper over board • OctoberAges 9-12 • Grades 4-79” x 10” • 64 pp.$16.99 ($21.99 CAN)

REALLY, REALLY BIG QUESTIONSAbout the Weird, the Wonderful,and Everything Elseby Stephen Lawillustrated by Nishant Choksi

Have you ever looked at your dog and wondered what it is really thinking? Or asked yourself if your entire life has been a dream? Prepare to exercise yourmind as you investigate these big ideas and more on the roller-coaster ride ofreason and ridiculousness that is philosophy. Cool illustrations, brainteasers,and quirky quotations add to the simple and fun question-and-answer format,introducing readers to life's important questions.

DR STEPHEN LAW has written numerous academic papers as well as books for bothadults and children including the hugely popular The Philosophy Files.

NISHANT CHOKSI is an accomplished illustrator who has created artworks a number of journal publications including the Guardian, The Wall Street Journal, andNewScientist.

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Paper over board Ages 9-12 • Grades 4-79" x 10" • 64 pp.$16.99 ($21.99 CAN)

WHY SHOULD IBE NICE?

DO ALIENSCONTROL MY

BRAIN?

CAN A ROBOT

THINK?

WHAT MAKES

THINGS RIGHTANDWRONG?

WHERE IS

MY MIND?

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ZODIAC GIRLS

Secrets, adventure, and a determinedScorpio heroine

Double TroubleISBN: 978-0-7534-6206-5

PaperbackAges 9-12 • Grades 4-75 1/8” x 7” • variable pp.$5.99 ($7.75 CAN)

Double Troubleby Cathy Hopkins

Like most Scorpios, Eve has secrets that no one knows about—not even her twinsister Lilith. As the younger twin, Eve is often persuaded against her will by herdominant older sister, but when Eve is chosen to be a Zodiac Girl, for once Lilithis left behind. While Eve and her sister share almost everything, will she be ableto assert herself and start satisfying her innermost desires? With help from herZodiac guardian, she just might.

CATHY HOPKINS is the author of the best-selling Mates Dates series, which has soldmore than one million copies and has been translated into fourteen languages.

See also page 9 for Bridesmaids’ Club and backlist.

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GIFTED

Nine Teens, ninesecrets, nineextraordinary circumstances

Here Today, Gone TomorrowISBN: 978-0-7534-6310-9

Paperback • OctoberAges 10-14 • Grades 5-97 ” x 5” • 224 pp.$7.99 ($10.25 CAN)

Here Today, Gone Tomorrowby Marilyn Kaye

Shy, dreamy Emily Sanders is able to foresee future events with the gift of premonitions, but they aren’t always quite right. With frustration, Emily can not yetmanage to control her visions, and the other students usually don’t take herseriously. As Emily works on controlling her gift and her premonitions becomeclearer, her classmates find themselves in a situation where they are forced to listen to her, but will it be too late?

MARILYN KAYE is a former associate professor of library sciences and thebest-selling author of numerous books and series, including Replica. Her book,Penelope, was made into feature film starring Christina Ricci.

GIFTED: OUT OF SIGHT, OUT OF MINDISBN: 978-0-7534-6283-6

GIFTED: BETTER LATE THAN NEVERISBN: 978-0-7534-6300-0

www.giftedseries.com

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Draw the connection fromone inventor to the next

10 Inventors Who Changed the WorldISBN: 978-0-7534-6259-1

Jacketed hardcover • OctoberAges 10-14 • Grades 5-98 1/2 ” x 10 7/8” • 64 pp.$14.99 ($18.99 CAN)

10 INVENTORS WHO CHANGED THE WORLDby Clive Giffordillustrated by David Cousens

Science is not created in a vacuum, and no scientist creates an invention without influences from the past and an impact on the future. In this look at 10discoverers, beginning with Archimedes of Greece and ending with SergeyKorolyev, each scientist’s biography is linked with another based on influences,events, and geography. By uncovering these unique and often overlooked connections, science history emerges as a chain of pattern and relationships,and readers will understand how these ten inventors shaped the course ofhuman civilization.

CLIVE GIFFORD is an award-winning author who has written hundreds of articlesand more than 100 books, including The Kingfisher Motorsports Encyclopedia, andKingfisher Knowledge: Spies.

DAVID COUSENS’ all-action, graphic novel-style characters have been featured innumerous magazines and books.


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ABOUT THE SERIES

Featuring graphic manga-style artwork, charismaticin-depth biographies of pioneering figures, fast-paced storytelling, and “Life Links” between entries that reveal surprising andoften overlooked chains ofinfluence, this series givesreaders a real sense of theway history is built, oneperson at a time.

Jacketed hardcoverAges 10-14 • Grades 5-98 1/2 ” x 10 7/8” • 64 pp.$14.95 ($16.95 CAN)

10 EXPLORERS WHOCHANGED THE WORLDISBN: 978-0-754-6103-7

10 KINGS AND QUEENSWHO CHANGED THEWORLDISBN: 978-0-7534-6252-2

10 LEADERS WHOCHANGED THE WORLDISBN: 978-0-7534-6104-4

ALSO AVAILABLE IN THE 10 SERIES

The 10 inventors featured are:

• Archimedes

(ancient Greek)

• Galileo Galilei (Italian)

• Ben Franklin (American)

• James Watt (Scottish)

• Isambard Kingdom

Brunel (English, born

to French father)

• Thomas Edison (American)

• Nikola Tesla

(Serbo-Croat/American)

• Marie Curie (Polish/French)

• Glenn Curtiss (American)

• Sergey Korolyev (Ukrainian/Soviet)


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The latest fromthe team thatdigs deep into science,excavating to awhole new level

Rocks and MineralsISBN: 978-0-7534-6314-7

Paperback with poster • OctoberAges 10-14 • Grades 5-97” x 7” • 128 pp.$8.99 ($11.50 CAN)

ROCKS AND MINERALScreated and illustrated by Simon Basherwritten by Dan Green

Planet Earth’s history of structure, composition of materials, and the process bywhich they are formed and changed has never been more moving than in thisnewest offering from the creators of The Periodic Table and Physics. From intricate fossilized plants and animals, from how rocks are formed to howmeteorites crash to Earth to a great variety of minerals and crystals, Rocks andMinerals is a single volume GEO101 course. Distinctive characters, a creative pallette, and straight-forward text make it all clear—and fun!

SIMON BASHER is the creator and illustrator of The Periodic Table, Physics, Biology,and Astronomy.

DAN GREEN is a freelance science writer and editor who is also the author ofPhysics, Biology, and Astronomy.


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ABOUT THE SERIES

Simon Basher’s visualprimers to fields of scientific study create a community of adorable,smart, and charming characters that represent the basics. First person narratives describe eachconcept, system or object,introducing kids to important facts, while his quirky, memorableillustrations visually

interpret those ideas. His books make difficultsubjects not only easy tolearn but downright friendly.

Paperback with posterAges 10-14 • Grades 5-97” x 7” • 128 pp.$8.99 ($9.99 CAN)

ALSO AVAILABLE IN THE BASHER SCIENCE SERIES

ASTRONOMYISBN: 978-0-7534-6290-4

BIOLOGYISBN: 978-0-7534-6253-9

PERIODIC TABLEISBN: 978-0-753-6085-6

PHYSICSISBN: 978-0-7534-6214-0

Over 300,000 copies sold of the

first 3 titles


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SCIENCE KIDS

A science essential—eye-catching photographs, fun projects,and fascinatingtext

WeatherISBN: 978-0-7534-6315-4

Trade paperback • NovemberAges 4-8 • Grades PreK-37 5/8” x 10” • 48 pp.$6.99 ($8.99 CAN)

WEATHERby Caroline Harris

The atmospheric world is all around us, from sun and wind to climate and temperature. Readers can embark on a journey of discovery and get answers totheir fundamental questions like why the wind blows, what a rainbow is madeof, and how rain forms in clouds. Fun and easy to follow projects provide plenty of learning opportunities, especially in the home.

CAROLINE HARRIS is a journalist and has worked on a number of children's booksincluding Kingfisher Knowledge: Whales and Dolphins


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ABOUT THE SERIES

With age-appropriate language, bright photographs, and an eye-catching design, theScience Kids series captures children’s imagination while laying the foundation for futurelearning. Text and photoszoom in on topics that take the reader from general overviews to close-up subjects. Keyvocabulary is defined, and hands-on project ideas are suggested,enabling children to talkabout and participate intheir learning.

Trade paperbackAges 4-8 • Grades PreK-37 5/8” x 10” • 48 pp.$6.99 ($7.99 CAN)

BIRDSISBN: 978-0-7534-6124-2

INSECTSISBN: 978-0-7534-6178-5

LIGHT AND SOUNDISBN: 978-0-7534-6281-2

MAPS AND MAPPINGISBN: 978-0-7534-6164-8

MATERIALSISBN: 978-0-7534-6235-5

OCEANS AND SEASISBN: 978-0-7534-6165-5

PLANET EARTHISBN: 978-0-7534-6179-2

POLAR LANDSISBN: 978-0-75346166-2

REPTILESISBN: 978-0-7534-6177-8

ROBOTSISBN: 978-0-7534-6125-9

ROCKS AND FOSSILSISBN: 978-0-7534-6126-6

CHECK OUT THESE OTHER SCIENCE TOPICS:

ANIMAL DISGUISES ISBN: 978-0-7534-6162-4

ANIMAL HOMESISBN: 978-0-7534-6123-5

APES AND MONKEYSISBN: 978-0-7534-6163-1


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ASK DR. K.FISHER

With a wealth ofknowledge, Dr. K.Fisher patientlyanswers animals’most pressing science questions.

Ask Dr. K. Fisher aboutPlanet EarthISBN: 978-0-7534-6304-8

Paper over board • NovemberAges 4-8 • Grades: PreK-39 7/8” x 9 7/8” • 32 pp.$10.99 ($13.99 CAN)

ASK DR. K. FISHER ABOUT PLANET EARTHby Claire Llewellynillustrated by Kate Sheppard

Penguins, rapid change in climate got you worried? Do you fear losing more ofyour home on the river, salmon? Don’t fret, because Dr. K. Fisher can help!

Animal agony columnist extraordinaire, Dr. K. Fisher answers questions for anddispenses advice to all sorts of creatures as they write into his nest about theirscience concerns. In this collection, Dr. K. sympathetically responds on the subject of planet earth—about earthquakes, tides, climate, and all the things theanimals observe about their surroundings. With a removable letter to readers,engaging artwork, and plenty of core knowledge, Ask Dr. K. Fisher is a hilariousand innovative approach to learning the Earth’s geography.

CLAIRE LLEWELLYN is an award-winning author of more than 100 nonfiction booksfor children on a wide range of subjects, including weather, reptiles, and creepy-crawlies.

KATE SHEPPARD is the successful illustrator of more than one hundred children'sbooks. The quirkier the books the more fun she has with her drawings.


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ABOUT THE SERIES

Ask Dr. K. Fisher about... is a hilarious and uniqueway of learning about favorite topics. This innovative series uses aproblem-page format toexplain facts. ‘Problems’are mailed to agony uncleDr. K. Fisher, who thenresponds to them withsympathy and a wealth of knowledge.

ASK DR. K. ABOUT ANIMALS978-0-7534-6043-6

ASK DR. K. FISHER ABOUTCREEPY-CRAWLIES978-0-7534-6180-8

ALSO AVAILABLE IN THE ASK DR. K. FISHER SERIES

ASK DR. K. ABOUT DINOSAURS978-0-7534-6106-8

ASK DR. K. FISHER ABOUTREPTILES978-0-7534-6272-0

Paper over board Ages 4-8 • Grades: PreK-39 7/8” x 9 7/8” • 32 pp.$10.99 ($11.99 CAN)www.kingfisherpublications.com


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24 worlds, onemagnificent window throughwhich to explorethem

Lost WorldsISBN: 978-0-7534-6107-5

Paper over board • NovemberAges 9-12 • Grades 4-711 3/8” x 9” • 96 pp.$22.99 ($29.50 CAN)

LOST WORLDSwritten and illustrated by John Howeforeward by Sir Ian McKellen

From the world of Aratta and Mohenjo-Daro to Atlantis and Camelot, this visually stunning book is a window with a view that takes readers on an historical, archaeological, and mythological journey through lost worlds, thoseabandoned in time, buried and forgotten, and the ones that live in the imagination. Attempting to put the most plausible pieces of history together,John Howe, concept artist for The Lord of the Rings film trilogy, begins the journey that will move readers to explore these lost worlds even further.

JOHN HOWE is best known for his work based on JRR Tolkien’s worlds. He was oneof two lead artists working on The Lord of the Rings film trilogy. This is his first bookfor children.


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Paper over board Ages 9-12 • Grades 4-711 3/8” x 9” • 96 pp.$22.99 ($29.50 CAN)

The window gives a stunning view to these worlds and more!

THE GARDEN OF EDEN

BABYLON

THEBES

ATLANTIS

KNOSSOS

TROY

MOUNT OLYMPUS

POMPEII

ULTIMA THULE

ASGARD

CAHOKIA

CÍBOLA

PERSEPOLIS

TEOTIHUACAN

MOJENGO-DARO

SHAMBHALA

RAPA NUI

ULURU

TIMBUKTU

PRESTER JOHN’S KINGDOM

CAMELOT

AVALON

FAERIE

HOLLOW EARTH


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Ten legendarywarriors face off in five epicbattles. . . one will reignsupreme!

Versus: WarriorsISBN: 978-0-7534-1916-8

Paper over board • NovemberAges 10 up • Grades 5 up11” x 9” • 64 pp. (including gatefolds)$19.99 ($25.50 CAN)

Versus: Warriorsillustrated by Steve Stone

Ten of the greatest warriors of history meet for the first time. From Viking vs.Aztec Warrior and Samurai vs. Gladiator to Medieval knight vs. Zulu, Versusexplores who would triumph and why, if these fiercest warriors were to engage in deadly battle against one another. Data files compare and contrast weaponry, armor, tactics and codes of honor, while eye-catching backgroundscenes of arenas provide historical and cultural context. With the computer-gamer in mind, designs bring history’s warriors into the 21st century and readers will be treated to large, gate folded pages that enhance the experienceof each battle. In the end, only one can be crowned history’s ultimate warrior.Who will it be?

STEVE STONE is an accomplished illustrator. He has produced many commissionsin the advertising sector for clients as diverse as General Electric, Sony, and Mars.

Visit www.versusbookseries.com


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Paper over board Ages 9-12 • Grades 4-711” x 9” • 64 pp. (including gatefolds)$19.99 ($25.50 CAN)

Viking vs. Aztec warrior

Samurai vs. gladiator

Spartan vs. Mongol

Knoichi vs. gladiatrix

Medieval knight vs. Zulu

The ultimate warrior


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ANIMALSAges 3-6I Can Draw: Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . .4I Can Draw: Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4I Can Draw: Wild Animals . . . . . .5Flip the Flaps: Animal Homes . . .6Flip the Flaps: Baby Animals . . . .7Flip the Flaps: Creepy-Crawlies . .7Flip the Flaps: Dinosaurs . . . . . . .7Flip the Flaps: Farm Animals . . . .7Flip the Flaps: Jungle Animals . . .6Flip the Flaps: Pets . . . . . . . . . . . .7Flip the Flaps:

Whales and Dolphins . . . . . . . . .7Dinosaur Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Ages 4-8Ask Dr. K Fisher about Animals .31Ask Dr. K Fisher about

Creepy-Crawlies . . . . . . . . . . . .31Ask Dr. K Fisher about Dinosaurs .31Ask Dr. K Fisher about

Planet Earth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Ask Dr. K Fisher about Reptiles .31Science Kids: Animal Disguises .29Science Kids: Animal Homes . . .29Science Kids: Apes and Monkeys29Science Kids: Birds . . . . . . . . . . .29Science Kids: Insects . . . . . . . . . .29Science Kids: Oceans and Seas .29Science Kids: Planet Earth . . . . .29Science Kids: Reptiles . . . . . . . . .29Science Kids Polar Lands . . . . . .29

Ages 6-10The Pet Sitter: Beware

the Werepuppy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9The Pet Sitter: Dixie in Danger . .9The Pet Sitter: Pandemonium . . .9The Pet Sitter: Tiger Taming . . . . .9

Ages 9-12Kingfisher Knowledge:

Animal Giants . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Kingfisher Knowldege:

Endangered Planet . . . . . . . . . .19Navigators: Animals . . . . . . . . . . .10Navigators: Killer Creatures . . . .11

ANIMALS—ENDANGEREDAND EXTINCTAges 3-6Dinosaur Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Gnash, Gnaw, Dinosaur . . . . . . . .2Flip the Flaps: Dinosaurs . . . . . . .7Flip the Flaps: Whales and

Dolphins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Ages 4-6Ask Dr. K Fisher about Dinosaurs . .31


Endangered Planet . . . . . . . . .19

ASTRONOMY10-upBasher Science: Astronomy . . . .27

BIOGRAPHYAges6-10Charles Darwin . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Cleopatra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Leonardo da Vinci . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Ages 10-1410 Explorers Who Changed the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

10 Inventors Who Changed the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

10 Kings and Queens Who Changed the World . . . . . . . . .25

10 Leaders Who Changed the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

BIOLOGYAges 9-12Kinfisher Knowledge:

Human Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Navigators: Human Body . . . . . .11

Ages 10-upBasher Science: Biology . . . . . .27

CHEMISTRYAges 10-upPeriodic Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

DINOSAURSAges 3-6Gnash, Gnaw, Dinosaur . . . . . . . .2Flip the Flaps: Dinosaurs . . . . . . .7Dinosaur Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Ages 4-8Ask Dr. K Fisher

About Dinosaurs . . . . . . . . . . . .31

EARTH SCIENCEAges 4-8Science Kids: Planet Earth . . . . .29


Endangered Planet . . . . . . . . . .19Kinfisher Knowledge:

Rocks and Fossils . . . . . . . . . . .19Navigators: Planet Earth . . . . . . .11

EXPLORERS AND EXPLORATIONAges 6-10Charles Darwin . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Ages 10-1410 Explorers Who

Changed the World . . . . . . . . . . .25

FANTASY: THE SUPERNATURAL,AND MAGICAges 9-12Lost Worlds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

FICTIONAges 6-10Quentin Quirk’s Magic Works: Attack

of the Butt-Biting Sharks . . . . . .8Quentin Quirk’s Magic Works:

Purple Sluggy Worts . . . . . . . . . .8

Ages 9-12Gifted: Better Late Than Never .23Gifted: Here Today,

Gone Tomorrow . . . . . . . . . . . .23

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Gifted: Out of Sight, Out of Mind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Zodiac Girls: Brat Princess . . . . .13Zodiac Girls: Bridesmaids’ Club 12Zodiac Girls: Dancing Queen . . .13Zodiac Girls: Discount Diva . . . .13Zodiac Girls: Double Trouble . . .22Zodiac Girls:

From Greek to Goddess . . . . . .13Zodiac Girls:

Recipe for Rebellion . . . . . . . . .13Zodiac Girls: Star Child . . . . . . . .13

FOSSILSAges 4-8Science Kids:

Rocks and Fossils . . . . . . . . . . .29


Rocks & Fossils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Ages 10-upBasher Science:Rocks and Minerals . . . . . . . . . .26

GEOGRAPHYAges 4-8Science Kids: Maps and Mapping .29Science Kids: Planet Earth . . . .29

Ages 9-12Navigators: Planet Earth . . . . . . .11

GEOLOGYAges 4-8Science Kids:

Rocks and Fossils . . . . . . . . . . .29

Ages 9-12Kingfisher Knowledge: Rocks & Fossils . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Ages 10-upBasher Science:Rocks and Minerals . . . . . . . . . .26

HISTORYAges 6-10Cleopatra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Charles Darwin . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Leonardo da Vinci . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Ages 10-1410 Explorers Who Changed

the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2510 Inventors Who Changed

the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2410 Kings and Queens

Who Changed the World . . . . .2510 Leaders Who Changed

the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

HISTORY, ANCIENTAges 6-10Cleopatra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17


Archaeology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Navigators: Ancient Rome . . . . .11

Ages 10-upVersus: Warriors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

HISTORY, EUROPEANAges 6-10Charles Darwin . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Leonardo da Vinci . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Ages 9-12Navigators: Ancient Rome . . . . .11Navigators: Knights and

Castles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Ages 10-1410 Explorers Who Changed

the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2510 Inventors Who Changed

the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2410 Kings and Queens Who

Changed the World . . . . . . . . .2510 Leaders Who Changed

the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25


HUMAN BODYAges 9-12Kingfisher Knowledge:

Human Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Navigators: Human Body . . . . . .11

INSECTSAges 3-6Flip the Flaps: Creepy-Crawlies . .7

Ages 4-8Ask Dr. K. Fisher about Creepy-Crawlies . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31Science Kids: Insects . . . . . . . . . .29

INVENTIONS AND INVENTORSAges 6-10Leonardo da Vinci . . . . . . . . . . . .16


Inventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Ages 10-1410 Inventors Who Changed the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

KNIGHTS AND KNIGHTHOODAges 9-12Navigators:

Knights and Castles . . . . . . . . .11


MAPS AND CARTOGRAPHYAges 4-8Science Kids:

Maps and Mapping . . . . . . . . .29

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MEDIEVAL WORLDAges 9-12Navigators:

Knights and Castles . . . . . . . . .11


NATUREAges 3-6Flip the Flaps: Jungle Animals . .6Flip the Flaps: Animal Homes . . .6Flip the Flaps: Baby Animals . . . .7Flip the Flaps: Creepy-Crawlies . .7Flip the Flaps: Dinosaurs . . . . . . .7Flip the Flaps: Farm Animals . . . .7Flip the Flaps: Pets . . . . . . . . . . . .7Flip the Flaps: Whales

and Dolphins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Ages 4-8Ask Dr. K. Fisher about

Planet Earth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Ask Dr. K. Fisher about

Animals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31Ask Dr. K. Fisher about Creepy-Crawlies . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Ask Dr. K. Fisher about Dinosaurs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Ask Dr. K. Fisher about Reptiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Science Kids: Animal Disguises . . . . . . . . . . .29

Science Kids: Animal Homes . . .29Science Kids:

Apes and Monkeys . . . . . . . . . .29Science Kids: Birds . . . . . . . . . . .29Science Kids: Insects . . . . . . . . . .29Science Kids: Oceans and Seas .29Science Kids: Planet Earth . . . . .29Science Kids: Polar Lands . . . . . .29Science Kids: Reptiles . . . . . . . . .29Science Kids: Weather . . . . . . . .28

Ages 6-10Charles Darwin . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17


Animal Giants . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Kingfisher Knowledge:

Endangered Planet . . . . . . . . . .19Navigators: Animals . . . . . . . . . . .10Navigators: Killer Creatures . . . .11Navigators: Planet Earth . . . . . . .11

OCEANSAges 3-6Flip the Flaps: Whale

and Dolphins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Ages 4-8Science Kids: Oceans and Seas 29

PHILOSOPHYAges 9-12Really, Really Big Questions . . . .20

POLITICS AND CURRENT AFFAIRSAges 9-12Kingfisher Knowledge: The Middle East . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Ages 10-1410 Leaders Who Changed the

World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

SCIENCEAges 4-8Science Kids: Light and Sound .29Science Kids: Materials . . . . . . . .29Science Kids: Robots . . . . . . . . .29Science Kids: Weather . . . . . . . .28


Forensics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Kingfisher Knowledge:

Inventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Ages 10-upBasher Science: Astronomy . . . .27Basher Science: Biology . . . . . . .27Basher Science: Periodic Table .27Basher Science: Physics . . . . . . .27Basher Science:

Rocks and Minerals . . . . . . . . .26

SEASONSAges 4-8Science Kids: Weather . . . . . . . .28

SPACE AND SPACE EXPLORATIONAges 9-12Navigators: Stars and Planets . . .11

Ages 10-upBasher Science: Astronomy . . . .27

TECHNOLOGYAges 4-8Science Kids: Light and Sound .29Science Kids: Materials . . . . . . . .29Science Kids: Robots . . . . . . . . .29


Communication . . . . . . . . . . . .19Kingfisher Knowledge:

Inventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Ages 9-12Navigators: Technology . . . . . . . .10

WEATHERAges 4-8Science Kids: Weather . . . . . . . .28

Ages 9-12Kingfisher Knowledge: Natural Disasters . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

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NEW TITLE INDEX

BY TITLE

10 Inventors Who Changed the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Animal Homes (Flip the Flaps) . .6Animals (Navigators) . . . . . . . . .10Attack of the Butt-Biting Sharks(Quentin Quirk’s Magic

Works) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Beware the Werepupy

(The Pet Sitter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Bridesmaids’ Club

(Zodiac Girls) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Dinosaur Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Double Trouble (Zodiac Girls) . .22Farm (I Can Draw) . . . . . . . . . . . .4Gnash, Gnaw, Dinosaur . . . . . . . .2

Here Today, Gone Tomorrow(Gifted) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Jungle Animals (Flip the Flaps) . .6

Leonardo da Vinci (Lifelines) . .16

Lost Worlds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Middle East (Kingfisher Knowledge) . . . . . .18

Parks (I Can Draw) . . . . . . . . . . . .4Parrot Pandemonium

(The Pet Sitter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Pets (I Can Draw) . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Planet Earth (Ask Dr. K Fisher) . .30Purple Sluggy Worts (QuentinQuirk’s Magic Works) . . . . . . . . .8

Really, Really Big Questions . . .20Rocks and Minerals

(Basher Science) . . . . . . . . . . .26Technology (Navigators) . . . . . . 10

Wild Animals (I Can Draw) . . . . .5

Versus: Warriors . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

BY SERIES

10 Inventors Who Changed the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

AAsk Dr. K Fisher about

Planet Earth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

BBasher Science:

Rocks and Minerals . . . . . . . . .26

FFlip the Flaps: Animal Homes . . .6Flip the Flaps: Jungle Animals . .6

GGifted: Here Today,

Gone Tomorrow . . . . . . . . . . . .23

II Can Draw: Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . .4I Can Draw: Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . .4I Can Draw: Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4I Can Draw: Wild Animals . . . . . .4

KKingfisher Knowledge:

Middle East . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

LLifelines: Leonardo da Vinci . . .16

NNavigators: Animals . . . . . . . . . .10Navigators: Technology . . . . . . .10

PPet Sitter, The: Beware

the Warepuppy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Pet Sitter, The: Parrot

Pandemonium . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

QQuentin Quirks Magic Works:

Attack of the Butt-Biting Sharks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Quentin Quirks Magic Works: Purple Sluggy Worts . . . . . . . . .8

SScience Kids: Weather . . . . . . . .28

VVersus: Warriors . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

ZZodiac Girls:

Bridesmaids’ Club . . . . . . . . . .12Zodiac Girls:

Double Trouble . . . . . . . . . . . . .22


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My Halloween Sound BookBD ISBN: 0-7534-5730-X $7.95 ($8.95 CAN)

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The Kingfisher Treasuryof Christmas Stories PB ISBN: 978-0-7534-5670-5 $5.95 ($6.95 CAN)

The Kingfisher Treasuryof Spooky StoriesPB ISBN: 978-0-7534-5634-7 $5.95 ($6.95 CAN)

The Kingfisher Book of Classic Christmas StoriesHB ISBN: 978-0-7534-5732-6 $19.95 ($21.95 CAN)

The Kingfisher Book of Scary StoriesPB ISBN: 978-0-7534-5389-6 $10.95 ($11.95 CAN)

Halloween FunPB ISBN: 978-0-7534-5683-5 $4.95 ($5.95 CAN)

Kwanzaa FunPB ISBN: 978-0-7534-5685-9 $4.95 ($5.95 CAN)

Sidesplitters: Boo! Over 150 Spooky Jokes!PB ISBN: 978-0-7534-6002-3 $3.95 ($4.95 CAN)

Sidesplitters: Ho! Ho! Ho!150 Hysterical Christmas Jokes PB ISBN: 978-0-7534-5849-5 $3.95 ($4.95 CAN)

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