Bøker av Blake Hoena

Samurai warriors are often thought of as stoic loners who wandered the land helping poor villagers fight against their oppressors. Dynamic illustrations and fascinating tales of famous Samurai teach readers what life was like as a noble servant-warrior in feudal Japan.

Scaly, slithery, toothy, or shelled, reptiles have been around for a long time. So it's no wonder these cool, crazy critters have some pretty incredible looks and skills.

One night Blake wakes to Archie howling.What's wrong?There are robots on the Moon!Blake and Archie build a spaceship to rocket up to the Moon and discover what those robots are up to.

Become the super-powered hero Perseus, and make choices to survive one of Greek Mythology’s most famous adventures.You are Perseus, a superhero from Greek Mythology. To save your mother, you are forced to embark on an impossible quest. Your mission: to defeat Medusa, the monster with snakes for hair, razor-sharp claws, and a gaze so horrifying that it turns people to stone. Assemble your magical weapons and utilize your extraordinary strength. Every moment, your life is at risk. You’ll need all of your courage and cunning to survive such perils as devious witches, a sinister king, and a giant sea creature.Written by acclaimed author Blake Hoena with chapter illustrations by Brandon Wind, Can You Survive the Adventures of Perseus? adapts the classic myth into a Choose Your Path book for kids. The survival story puts readers in control of the action. Do you have what it takes to survive the perilous quest? Or will your battles with mythical creatures lead to your doom? Step into this adventure, and choose your path. But choose wisely, or else!Book FeaturesInteractive adventure that challenges readers to survive the storyFamiliar characters with fantastical super powersBONUS: hands-on educational activity for families and classroomsInteractive books for kids are more popular than ever. Create your own adventure with the Interactive Classic Literature book series for boys and girls. You’re the main character. You make the choices. Can you survive?

In 1817, a terrifying specter began haunting John Bell and his family in Tennessee, USA. At first, the spooky spirit‿s knocking and scratching sounds seemed harmless. But soon, the phantom‿s antics became more sinister, and even deadly! Who was the Bell Witch? And why did she torment John and his family? Young readers will find out in this easy-to-read ghostly graphic novel that will send shivers down their spines!

For more than 400 years, the Flying Dutchman has haunted the high seas. According to legend, the ghoulish ghost ship cannot make port and must roam the waves forever. And should this sea spectre be sighted, beware! Spotting this vessel is believed to spell certain doom! Why must the Flying Dutchman sail the seas for all eternity? And what frightening fates have befallen those who have crossed its path? Young readers will find out in this easy-to-read ghostly graphic novel that will send shivers down their spines!

Discover the origins of water on Earth... with a talking comet! In this full-colour graphic novel, an enthusiastic comet speeds through the universe, from the far reaches of space to planet Earth. Along the way, this rocketing rock reveals how our precious blue planet became, well, blue! With hilarious text and colourful comic book art, this laugh-out-loud non-fiction book will have readers, young and old, thirsty for more science.

It's Celebration Day!Thomas and his best friend Beamer are headed to the castle to join in on the fun. But just as the festivities are getting underway - BOOM! - an explosion rocks the courtyard. A cloud of Palendrex Gas fills the air, and Thomas and Beamer watch as all around the villagers fall into a deep, endless slumber.That's when Thomas hears the alarms within the castle. Someone has stolen the Orb Staff, the powerful talisman that King Droz wields to rule over Foreverland. And worse, Princess Zorda has been kidnapped!What caused the explosion?Who stole the Orb Staff?Why was Princess Zorda taken?Thomas will need your help to undercover these mysteries.Wind your way through mazes.Decode word puzzles.Find hidden objects.Play games to defeat monsters.And more as you join Thomas on his quest to recover the Orb Staff and save the princess.Quest to the Forbidden Mountains is more than an activity book, it is an adventure, an Adventure in Foreverland!For More Information visit: www.wazlab.com

Cell phones allowed people to connect on the go, and smartphones have transformed the way we share information. From the earliest landlines to the minicomputers that link people across the world, discover the shifts in phone technology that shaped modern communication-and the people who made them happen. This graphic history also shows readers the big changes in design, size, and battery life that took place before mobile phones hit the center of popular culture.

Sneakers grew out of efforts to make more durable, more comfortable shoes-and became a major link between sports and fashion. Their sales rose with the popularity of tennis and exploded along with basketball, leading to celebrity endorsements, big-name brands, and continued technological breakthroughs. In the twenty-first century, sneakers are still evolving, along with "e;sneaker influencer"e; social media, smart tech, and other hot new trends.

For decades, the blasts and howls of the electric guitar have been some of the defining sounds of popular music. But more than a century of effort and innovation had to happen before this instrument went electric. Learn about the master craftspeople who created the guitar as we know it, the inventors who figured out how to send guitar notes through amplifiers and give the guitar a bigger sound, and the musicians whose legendary playing put it at the center of rock 'n' roll.

Mention 'Medieval Knights' and people may think of King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table. They were real men who strapped themselves into heavy armour and bravely charged into battle. Dynamic illustrations and engaging tales of famous knights teach readers what life was like as an elite armoured warrior in Medieval Europe.

You've just been sent many thousands of years back in time. The people you encounter look quite different than modern-day humans. But what worries you most are the fierce sabre-toothed cats and the giant woolly mammoths that roam the land. Turn the pages to find out - only you can choose your fate in this interactive story!

Some scary stories are passed down from generation to generation. Read this book to discover some spooky folk tales that were written many years ago.

Max and his parents are part of a secret group called the Space Guards who help protect Earth from danger. When Max's parents and other Space Guards are captured on a dangerous mission, Max has to save them on his own.

From eagles to falcons and talons to beaks, Everything Birds of Prey introduces readers to the world's most ferocious fliers. With stunning visuals and energetic, impactful design, readers won't stop until they've learned everything there is to know about birds of prey.

What do great white sharks and pygmy hedgehogs have in common? They're both predators!

National Geographic Everything Mythology is jam packed with fascinating facts and awe-inspiring imagery that brings your favourite fierce mythological heroes to life, introducing kids to gods of ancient worlds, including Greek, Norse, Chinese, American Indian, African cultures, and more.