When the bees in his yard go on strike, everything goes wrong for Benedict, until he finds a way to bring them back.

"The story of cat Jacob Tibbs, runt of the litter, and his exploits on the high seas as a ship's mouser"--

"Learn about sun, rain, tornadoes, snow, the reason for the seasons, and more. Read jokes about all of these topics, and learn how to write your own"--Provided by publisher.

Explores life during the Middle Ages; describes the features found in castles, including murder holes, gatehouses, and moats; and discusses the numerous smells the inhabitants encountered. Have you ever dreamed of living in a castle? Imagine a moat filled with poop and an army of invaders holding you under siege. Life in the Middle Ages was no fairy tale! Charge back in time to find out what real life was like in the castles of the Middle Ages.

"Learn about a variety of bugs including true bugs, beetles, moths, and bees. Read jokes about them, and learn how to write your own"--Provided by publisher.

Eat like a king. Sit down to a meal of eagle, peacock, green-dyed eggs, stuffed pig's stomach, and blood gravy. Medieval royalty would eat giant feasts filled with strange and exotic dishes. Readers join in on the fun and find out what food was like during the Middle Ages in this reluctant reader book.

After receiving a K-9 badge for his birthday, Sparky is eager to prove himself a hero but the only one he can find in trouble is Tidbit, a puppy who just needs help with his reading.

"Examines fortune telling, including a brief history of it, the different methods, famous fortune tellers, and a scientific look at predicting the future"--Provided by publisher.

Provides a first person account of the life and accomplishments of Benjamin Franklin.

A miser learns the true meaning of Christmas when three ghostly visitors review his past and foretell his future.