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For thousands of years, humans have wondered whether there is life in outer space. In more recent years, people have searched for evidence. Are there signs of alien life? Listen to find out!

Stories of shapeshifters have been around for thousands of years. Learn about the tales of these monsters from many different cultures.

From hospital and police codes to Cockney slang, spoken codes can be both helpful and entertaining. Learn the history behind some of today’s most useful and popular codes, and then have fun creating a language all your own.

The field of medicine is fascinating. But some medical conditions, treatments, and experiments are almost unbelievable! Did you know workers test medications and medical equipment for bacteria by using a chemical from horseshoe crab blood? Have you ever heard of freezing people's bodies in the hopes of bringing them back to life in the future? Check out these fascinating findings and even more bizarre medicine!

Microwaves heat our food. They carry messages from phone to phone. They help detect the weather. Microwaves are all around us, even if we don't see them. Listeners will learn about microwaves and how we use them every day.

Nuclear weapon bunkers keep the world's dangerous nuclear weapons safe. Guards, electronic security systems, and barriers protect the bunkers. Learn more about these high-security places!

Radio waves aren't just for listening to your favorite radio station! They are used to make GPS receivers and wireless internet work. Scientists use radio telescopes to help them study space. Listeners learn about radio waves and how we use them every day.

Plants grow in it. Animals live in it. Listen more to find out the facts on soil.

Zeke was spawned as a baby zombie, and everyone made fun of him. He had no idea why he was so little when all of the other zombies he met were so big. It did not seem fair to him. But after meeting his zombie mentor, Zeb, he learns that he has special powers that will help him survive in the crazy, amazing world of Minecraft.

Dig into geology with this curricular high-interest, low-learning level series. An engaging exploration of rocks, minerals, and fossils will keep struggling learners interested and make learning easy. Featured infographics and SilverTips for Success guide listeners in reviewing key concepts from the books to reinforce comprehension and even gives them test-taking tips. This volume includes The Rock Cycle and Sedimentary Rocks.

When Orville Wright (1871-1948) and his brother Wilbur set out to solve the problem of flight, they recognized that success would come with careful observation, perseverance, and ingenuity. From experiments in their Dayton, Ohio, bicycle shop to test flights over the beaches of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, the amateur aviation enthusiasts risked their lives and worked tirelessly to solve the problems that had stumped the world's best scientists.

People often see foreign objects fly across the sky. Are those objects satellites? Are they meteorites? Or is there something else in outer space? Listen to find out more about UFO sightings.

Nothing is quite as scary as the dead coming back to life. Zombies are fearsome creatures who roam the Earth as the undead. Listen to learn more about where zombies come from—and how they can be stopped.

What’s that strange object in the sky? Could it be an alien spaceship? Listeners will be riveted by curious tales of UFO sightings while also learning the facts about each claim. Which mysteries still baffle experts, and which ones have been solved?

Explore the Garden State! Learn about New Jersey's history, geography, weather, people, and more in this book that's all about our third state.

Welcome to the Aloha State! Learn about Hawaii's history, geography, weather, people, and more in this book that's all about our 50th state.

Explore the life and achievements of Elizabeth Blackwell, America's first woman doctor.

Visit the Sunflower State! Learn about Kansas' history, geography, weather, people, and more in this book that's all about our 34th state.

It’s a monster with sharp claws and pointy fangs. It howls at the moon as it hunts for its next meal. Stories of werewolves have been told all around the world. Is it possible the legends are true?

It was a beautiful, mythical city sparkling with riches. But many years ago, a huge wave washed away the entire city. Is it possible the legend of Atlantis is true?