Mount Rushmore is the most visited place in the United States. Learn the story about how this wonder of America was made.

Bubbling mud puddles, shooting steam, and majestic bison make Yellowstone National Park -- the world's first national park -- a magical place to visit

Baby Bear wants to be a big bear. That means going out and discovering the world. On his first journey, he meets all sorts of critters--and soon decides that his next journey will be more fun if Mama comes along. Real live bears are the main characters in this dynamic tale of adventure and discovery Photographs by nationally renowned wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela pair with text by award-winning author Marion Dane Bauer for a lively story that fascinates children and adults alike. This Mom's Choice Award winner for Most Outstanding Children's Book creates a compelling blend between...

The Earth as we know it was partly created by volcanoes. Many are still active today. Learn how volcanoes form and what is going on when they erupt.

When a baby was born in the manger, Mary and Joseph rejoiced. The angels sang, and kings journeyed to bring gifts. When you came into the world, there was a celebration too - because every new baby is a small miracle.

Baby critters are soft and cuddly, but which is the cutest? Award-winning author Marion Dane Bauer poses this question, leading readers on a heartwarming journey to find The Cutest Critter. Stan Tekiela's adorable photographs provide plenty of choices, but by story's end there is just one answer. Stan and Marion's other collaborations both won Mom's Choice Awards. The Cutest Critter is sure to become another family favorite. Share it with someone you love, and introduce them to the wonders of nature.

Some animal daddies comfort their babies, or hold them tight, or face every danger for them. But the little boy in this heartwarming story knows his daddy does all of that--and more--for him and is the very best daddy of all. In the tradition of her New York Times best-selling story My Mother Is Mine, Marion Dane Bauer celebrates the love and bond between parents and their children. Featuring Leslie Wu's glowing illustrations, this loving message is perfect for sharing at Father's Day or anytime.

Joel's best friend, Tony, is a daredevil. It was Tony's idea to make the long bike ride to
the Starved Rock state park, and Tony's idea to stop for a swim in the dangerous Vermillion
River. So why does Joel feel so much guilt when tragedy strikes?
The paperback features a beautiful new cover and introduction by Katherine Paterson,
author of the Newbery Medal-winning book Bridge to Terabithia.

Play peekaboo with Baby in this bestselling lift-the-flap concept book, now available in a lap-size board book edition

Inside my mittens I've got...
fingers

Baby is bundled in a mountain of clothes As little ones lift the large, sturdy flaps to find out what's underneath each piece of clothing, they'll love playing and learning with this fun peekaboo book again and again

Now available in an oversize board book, this bestselling title from Marion Dane Bauer and Karen Katz is perfect for sharing.

It's impossible to feel under the weather as Newbery Honor recipient and New York Times bestselling author Marion Dane Bauer explains the wonders of weather for emerging readers in this carry-along boxed set

What is the best thing to do on a rainy day? Sit inside and read a book What about a snowy day? Sit inside and read a book And on a sunny day? Lay outside with a favorite book No matter if there is rain, sun, snow, wind, clouds, or a rainbow outside, this boxed set--which includes Rain, Snow, Wind, Clouds, Rainbow, and Sun--teaches...