TRA Publishing

Where can you spot puffins and stand atop the highest peak along the Atlantic coast? Which park is home to the driest, lowest, and hottest landscape in America? And what would it be like if you could explore all 63 national parks in one epic adventure? That''s exactly what our young adventurer set out to do - packing up an old camper van and hitting the road, traveling from Acadia to the Everglades, Death Valley to Yosemite, Hawaii Volcanoes to Alaska''s Denali, and every other park in between. Inspired by a true story, The Nature of Our National Parks shares detailed insights into each park''s unique flora, fauna, and geological formations, alongside kid-friendly hikes and insider tips that make every destination exciting and accessible for families. Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States'' founding with this beautifully illustrated and comprehensive book that inspires readers of all ages to explore, learn about, and connect with America''s national parks, complete with maps, trip recommendations, and hundreds of fun facts about the fascinating species found across our country.

The tongue is used to talk, to eat ice cream, to make faces, and sometimes to lick the plate. Thus begins this delightful exploration of the organ of flavor in a hybrid book blending literature, philosophy, and culinary curiosity. What does the tongue really do? Why do we crave sweets? Is spiciness a flavour or a sensation? How does taste interact with smell, sight, and even emotions? Where does tasting end and smelling begin? These questions and more are tackled through a mixture of informative, narrative, and lyrical prose that brings the world of taste to life in unexpected ways. Co-authored by poet and philosopher Micaela Chirif and culinary critic Ignacio Medina, this book invites readers into a world of taste-examining flavours, textures, and the surprising connections between them. Complemented by Andrea Antinori''s imaginative and colourful illustrations, this book turns the act of eating into a sensory experience full of wonder.

Yeti, fresh off a long journey from snowy Mount Everest, can''t wait to explore the vibrant streets of Paris - but all he really wants is a nap! Luckily, Marcel is there to guide him through the city. Together, they visit famous spots like the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, and even a boat ride on the Seine. Will Yeti find the perfect spot to nap in Paris? Or will he fall in love with a Paris too beautiful to nap? This charming picture book will entertain young readers with its playful storytelling, endearing characters, and humorous illustrations, while also offering a fun, Yeti-and-Marcel-approved guide to Paris''s top sights!

Who would have thought that the first extraterrestrial message received on Earth verified by the scientific community would come in the form of a book? And who could have imagined, when opening the book in search of answers, that it would be composed only of questions? Questions, questions, and more questions! What is it like to be human? And what is it like to be you? What is the purpose of gender? How do you know what you know? Is Earth a good home? How do you humans get along? Who names the world on Earth? And, on Earth, does 2+2 always equal 4? And much more. This book for intelligent earthlings (of different ages and heights) poses questions about identity, gender, coexistence, social differences, art, and a long etcetera of topics that say so much about humanity and make us stop to think about our way of understanding and inhabiting the world. With a style as intelligent and rigorous as it is fun and playful, Is There Anybody Out There? is a book to awaken curiosity, conversation, reflection, and debate.

Who were the first people to reach the summits of the world''s highest mountains? What materials did they use? Where are the tallest mountains located? When did sport climbing emerge? What is bouldering? From the rugged beauty of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park to the remote landscapes of Patagonia''s Fitz Roy, the towering peaks of Everest in the Himalayas to Europe''s iconic Mont Blanc, this large-format illustrated work explores the evolution, beauty, and history climbing. Brimming with incredible feats, stories of overcoming obstacles, and a wealth of information, The Big Book of Climbing includes information on how to ascend a peak in different seasons and with various types of climbs and covers important milestones and fundamental figures in the history of mountaineering.

How do animals find their way? How does a bird leave its nest to find food? How does a humpback whale follow an arrow-straight course while it crosses an entire ocean? How does an Arctic tern travel 56,000 miles a year without getting lost? We know some things about how animals accomplish these remarkable feats of navigation. Monarch butterflies travel from Canada to Mexico by orienting to the sun. It''s the light from the Milky Way that steers dung beetles. Then, there are animals like moths and sea turtles that are guided by Earth''s magnetic field. In this Nautilus Award-winning adaptation, young readers learn about the amazing navigational capabilities of animals and recent discoveries that enhance our understanding, although fascinating mysteries remain. Created in collaboration with animal behaviourists and a Nobel Prize-winning scientist.

The Squirrel Family is expanding and decides it''s time to move house. They seek out the help of Mr. Raccoon, a well-known real estate agent, who accompanies the family as they discover eccentric and extravagant houses that, unbelievably, actually exist and are among the most famous in the history of architecture! This entertaining story with an unexpected ending reveals incredible houses designed by the most renowned modern and contemporary architects, including Van Der Rohe''s Casa Farnsworth, Zaha Hadid''s Capitol Hill Residence, Frank Lloyd Wright''s Fallingwater, Le Corbusier''s Villa Savoie, and Antoni Gaudi''s Casa Batllo. Bonus back matter lists the real-life homes, their architects, construction year, and locations.