Activities & Hobbies

Discover the secret life of trees with this nature and science book for kids: Can You Hear the Trees Talking? shares the mysteries and magic of the forest with young listeners, revealing what trees feel, how they communicate, and the ways trees take care of their families....

This brilliant book will have eyebrows raised and jaws dropping as it uncovers the amazing scientific explanations behind all sorts of questions that can pop into our heads....

How does wheat turn into bread? Follow each step in the food production cycle - from planting wheat seeds to eating toast with jelly - in this fascinating book....

In this new audiobook, TV science expert Dr Emily Grossman answers incredible and important questions about our natural world....

The audio covers the topics of scoutcraft, tracking and observation, woodcraft, camp life, and first aid in addition to suggesting a range of scout activities and games....

Newbery and Caldecott honoree and New York Times bestselling author Grace Lin delivers a groundbreaking book that explores the whimsical myths and stories behind your favorite American Chinese food. From fried dumplings to fortune cookies, here are the tales behind your favorite foods....

Who knew there were so many different kinds of vegetables? Nonfiction pro Gail Gibbons responds to the need for books on good nutrition with this exploration of vegetables....

Get outside with this audiobook that shows how explorers have found their way around the planet for thousands of years. Hear about the ancient Polynesians who tracked the stars and waves, or the Age of European Exploration navigators who used compasses and dead reckoning....

Do you ever wonder how video gaming was invented? What came before your PlayStation or Xbox? This is the story of Ralph Baer, a refugee from Nazi Germany, who used his skills—and a lot of ingenuity and persistence—to make life a little more fun....

Gigi the giraffe is jealous of everyone. She never thinks of how much she has. One day, Gigi discovers that she has something that no one else has. What makes her realize this? And what does she learn? Listen to find out....

To save the world, one must play video games. Sounds ridiculous, right? But in reality, many people are looking to video games to tackle many of the world's problems. Take a closer look at the ways in which video games can help save the world.

Championship titles, fame, and huge cash prizes await the very best players. But it takes a lot of hard work to become the best. Learn all about first-person action game esports leagues and what it takes to compete full-time as a professional esports gamer.

You don't need to be a pro athlete in real life to make big money playing sports like basketball, football, soccer, and others. With lots of practice and quick reflexes, players of Madden NFL, NBA 2K, and other athletic games can hit the big-time on the esports scene.

Ever since people have played video games, there has been competition. Today, Esports is an intense matchup. Teams and athletes from all over the world competing for prize money while audiences watch and cheer. Find out what else makes this sport such a success.

You don't need to wield huge weapons, wear armor, or cast powerful magic in real life to defeat your opponents and claim the prize. With plenty of practice, quick reflexes, and great teamwork, players of League of Legends, Dota 2, and other multiplayer online battle arena games can hit the big-time on the esports scene.

How we cook and eat today looks a lot different than it did in the past. From prehistoric kitchens to food preservation and the invention of the refrigerator, the history of food is surprising, unusual, and amazing. Learn more about how people used these innovations to survive and thrive in everyday life.

Create slippery slimes and frothy foams. Have a blast making colorful chalk explosions. Then, learn the science behind each marvelous mess! It's easy to start experimenting and discover just how fun STEM can be.

Calling all nature lovers! These unique projects will help you explore nature like never before. Use bits of nature to create your own journal paper. Construct a sundial to track the time. Craft a basket to hold a picnic lunch. Use your creations on your next outdoor adventure!

Looking to surprise a loved one with the perfect gift? Think small! Craft a small plush doll or a little lotion bar. Then make a mini card to present your tiny creations. Tiny gifts are tons of fun!

Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth? Think small! Cook itty-bitty cinnamon rolls or tiny fruit tacos. You might even build a mini layer cake. Tiny sweets are tons of fun!

Looking to build some cool moving machines? Think small! Craft a tiny Ferris wheel or a super-small wobbling UFO. You might even make an itty-bitty disco ball. Tiny machines are tons of fun!

Looking to give your space a refresh? Think small! Craft a teensy Zen garden or a mini bulletin board. You might even style your space with a tiny tapestry. Tiny projects are tons of fun!

Calling all hikers! These useful projects will help you explore the outdoors like never before. Make delicious granola bars to eat on the trail. Construct a compass to help you find your way. Build a headlamp to guide you in the dark. Use your creations on your next outdoor adventure!

Calling all wildlife watchers! These hands-on projects will help you observe animals like never before. Make animal print casts to preserve outdoor animal tracks. Build a bug hotel to keep and observe insects before releasing them. Craft goggles to peek underwater. Use your creations on your next outdoor adventure!

Calling all campers! These handy projects will help you set up camp like never before. Turn a plastic bag into an outdoor shower. Sew a cozy sleeping bag. Craft a case to protect your cell phone from water. Use your creations on your next outdoor adventure!