Examines the physical remains of castles and describes what is know about knights and castles in Britain.

Chronicles the adventures and misadventures of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third as he tries to pass the important initiation test of his Viking clan, the Tribe of the Hairy Hooligans, by catching and training a dragon.

Explains the terms and concepts associated with maps and how to make accurately-scaled maps of existing areas, as well as fantasy maps.

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series comes a new springtime adventure perfect for graduation?do YOU have the magic touch needed to catch a Garden Fairy? When the How to Catch Kids stumble upon a trail of glitter and the entrance to an enchanted garden, they decide that they have to explore! Hoping to find the resident Garden Fairy to learn about her magical realm, our heroes set off on a whirlwind adventure through this larger-than-life...

"How would you like to join a fearsome fighting force and serve as a Samurai? Your main duties will include: leaving your home to fight if your daimyo summons you - following "the way of the warrior" (rules of Samurai behavior) - studying ancient wisdom, writing poetry, and admiring art. Apply in writing to your local daimyo or to the shogun's court. Imagine that you are living in ancient Japan. Samurai warriors are among the most respected people...

Follows the further adventures and misadventures of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third as his Viking training continues and his father leads a stranger and the Hairy Hooligans to the Isle of Skullions in search of a pirate's treasure.

Examines the history, equipment, rules, contests, and prominent performers of skateboarding.

Surveys different types of trucks around the world, discussing how they operate and what they do.