Twelve-year-old Mateo stumbles upon an ancient parchment in Castle Elarion, setting him on a thrilling Budget Treasure Hunt. Each hidden chest across the royal grounds demands a different coin cost—copper, silver, or brass—and each riddle teaches him budgeting basics: tallying totals, trading coins, and prioritizing wants over needs. Along the way, Mateo earns, borrows, and even finds windfalls, facing real-world lessons in saving, spending, and delayed gratification. By balancing immediate delights with long-term gains, he fills his ledger—and his heart—with triumph. Young readers will be captivated by this fun, comical quest that turns financial fundamentals into an epic adventure.

“Caelan and the World of Living Rocks” follows a young geologist named Caelan as he discovers a hidden cave where rocks come to life! Guided by Aine, an ancient stone spirit, Caelan explores the magical world of living rocks, learning about igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. From volcanic eruptions to crystal caves, Caelan unravels the secrets of the earth’s ever-changing surface. Packed with adventure and laughter, this book introduces children to the fascinating world of geology, teaching them about the rock cycle and the forces that shape our planet. Perfect for young explorers and nature lovers!

On the midwinter solstice in the snow-drifted village of Glimmervale, ten-year-old Mira embarks on the Candlelight Savings Journey. Given five silver tokens and a lantern kit, she learns that every coin earned—through barn chores, mitten sales, and unexpected errands—lights a candle inside her lantern. As Mira faces blizzards, canceled markets, and tallow shortages, she adapts with resourcefulness and kindness, meticulously recording each token in her journal. Her growing lantern becomes a glowing testament to goal-setting, contingency planning, and the warmth of community. Young readers will be enchanted by this tale of perseverance, creativity, and the simple magic of watching dreams shine bright.

Celestia, a curious young dreamer, stumbles upon a magical map that unlocks the mysteries of the stars. Guided by Orion, a wise star guide, Celestia embarks on a celestial journey to decode the stories written in the constellations. Along the way, she discovers the secrets of the cosmos, from the science of light to the ancient stories behind the stars. With each new discovery, Celestia learns the importance of the stars in navigating time, space, and her own destiny. This enchanting adventure teaches children about astronomy, exploration, and the wonders of the universe.

In Meridian City’s Clock District, nine-year-old Pasha discovers the interactive Cents and Sense exhibit, where a friendly robot guide—Circuit—turns everyday money puzzles into playful brainteasers. From choosing the best picnic snack to splitting bus fare, renting versus buying a curious puzzle box, and even managing an emergency toy repair, Pasha learns how cents add up to dollars, how to compare prices, and why savings matter. Each challenge reinforces addition, subtraction, and budgeting skills as Circuit encourages her to think aloud. By journey’s end, Pasha earns a digital badge and returns home, eager to apply her new financial know-how in the real world.

Emrik and Xalina embark on an extraordinary quest to witness the sunrise on every continent, from Siberia’s frozen Lake Baikal to Antarctica’s icy shores. Along the way, they meet Maasai warriors at Mount Kilimanjaro, join fishermen in Brazil, and learn ancient rituals in Japan, Egypt, and beyond. Capturing each dawn with photographs, poems, and recipes, they discover that the beauty of morning light unites cultures and kindles hope. Their journey, shared through a live blog, inspires children everywhere to greet each new day with wonder. “Chasing Global Sunrises” celebrates nature’s rhythms and humanity’s shared joy in fresh beginnings.

“Clara’s Butterfly Garden and the Secret Bloom” follows the story of Clara, a young girl who tends a magical garden filled with butterflies that change colors and shapes with each season. When one butterfly, Lyra, stops transforming, Clara embarks on a journey to uncover the mystery behind Lyra’s stagnation. Along the way, Clara learns that true transformation is not just physical, but emotional and mental as well. With humor, heart, and a touch of magic, Clara discovers that change takes time, patience, and the courage to embrace both the beauty and challenge of growth.

Cleo and the Story of Sound follows Cleo, a young musician with a curiosity about how sound works. When she discovers a magical portal through her violin, she’s transported to Soundland, a whimsical world where sound comes to life. Alongside new friends like Echo the bird and Melody the wind, Cleo embarks on an adventure to understand sound waves, vibrations, and how we hear sounds. With each new discovery, Cleo learns how music and science are connected, introducing young readers to the wonders of sound in an engaging, musical way.

When fifth grader Mirelle Fane finds store-bought instruments dull, she and her neighbor Ruvan Crest discover a community makerspace brimming with recycled treasures. Together, they measure PVC pipes, stretch drum skins over tin cans, and knot vibrant embroidery floss around wooden spoons to craft one-of-a-kind instruments. As each workshop explores pitch, rhythm, and timbre alongside color theory and brush techniques, the duo leads neighborhood “Design Jam” sessions to spark creative collaboration. Their winter showcase unfolds as a walking art parade—a living gallery of painted instruments and live melodies—proving that engineering and fine art can blend into a joyful, hands-on symphony of sight and sound.

Coral Reef Rescue follows marine biologist-in-training Emani and her inventive friend Soren as they dive into the vibrant but struggling coral reef. Armed with transect tapes and waterproof tablets, they survey living coral, discover bleached patches, and test biodegradable mesh domes to restore color. Along the way, they tag sea cucumbers to study sediment turnover, observe cleaner-shrimp stations, and design a clever retrieval net to free reef creatures from ghost nets. Onshore, they partner with local fishermen to adopt reef-friendly practices. Through underwater escapades and community teamwork, Emani and Soren prove that curiosity, creativity, and compassion can revive the ocean’s spectacular coral kingdoms.

In Cormac and the Stars of Time, a young boy named Cormac embarks on a magical journey that unveils the secrets of the night sky. Guided by Orla, a mystical star keeper, he learns how the stars influence time, seasons, and even the history of civilizations. Along the way, Cormac discovers the power of star maps, ancient texts, and constellations that shape the world’s cultures. This adventurous tale introduces young readers to basic astronomy, helping them understand how the cosmos connects to our everyday lives, all through a whimsical and fun-filled exploration of the stars.

Ten-year-old Zephyra Moon’s curiosity leads her to a hidden art studio beneath her grandmother’s attic, where her first brushstroke transforms a blank canvas into a living, humming landscape. Alongside Sipri the brush sprite and Tavon Jarek—an aspiring musician who fashions tiny instruments—Zephyra embarks on twenty-five magical quests through color theory, perspective grids, weaving loops, and mosaic puzzles. Every hue sings its own melody, and each lesson brings them closer to a collaborative art-and-music festival. Blending practical tutorials with whimsical narrative, “Creative Canvas Adventures” inspires young readers to explore visual art and music in harmony, igniting imagination and creative confidence.

Twelve-year-old Soraya Finch can’t wait to spend summer at the legendary Harmony Guild, where sculptors, metalworkers, and puppeteers join forces to make art sing. Paired with Jamir Ethon—who welds instruments from recycled tools—and Eira Solis—whose carved marionettes dance to every note—Soraya embarks on a hands-on adventure. From crafting clay flutes and stitching silken puppet costumes to tuning metal chimes and embedding glowing circuits, the trio learns craft skills alongside musical principles. Blending practical tutorials with a heartwarming tale of friendship and ingenuity, Creative Hands Journey invites young readers into a world where imagination, collaboration, and curiosity spark boundless creativity.

Eleven-year-old Alira Sowan adores vivid watercolors and tapping rhythms on her desk. When she discovers magical paintbrushes in her grandmother’s attic, each brushstroke brings a matching musical beat to life—a drum for ochre, a marimba for cerulean, a piano chord for rose pink. With her percussion-minded friend Jorik Tavon, Alira explores color mixing and basic rhythm patterns, learning that blending hues creates melodies. Together, they recruit their neighborhood to paint and clap their way through basic notation and brush techniques. Their culminating “Soundscape Mural” for the town festival fills the community hall with swirling colors and layered rhythms, celebrating art’s joyful harmony.