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As her parents divorce rages, Waverly has to spend the summer with her aunt in Florida. Being from Alaska, the beach isn’t her thing. She can’t even swim! But things look up when Waverly meets Blake, the sweet (and hot) boy next door. Waverly now has friends, a social life--and feelings for Blake. But every summer must end, and letting go is hardest when you’ve finally found where you belong.
On Envecor, everyone is doomed to wear their heart outside their bodies, unable to die, until they find their soulmate. As a Heart Hunter, Psyche kills people’s soulmates for a living so they can maintain their immortality. When the king hires Psyche to kill his soulmate, it seems like just another job…until she meets said soulmate and realizes this will be much more complicated than she planned.
An all new graphic novel from cartoonist Lara Kaminoff, starring Jimmy Ruckus, the young rabble-rouser and trouble-maker who's on a mission to achieve greatness by fighting his way to the top!
How To Pick A Fight is the perfect fractured fable about a scrappy kid who means well but never quite gets it right.
The 100 meets The Sun is Also A Star in a royal, romantic science fiction-fantasy adventure featuring the heir to ruling a planet whose mental connection to a commoner places them both in danger and in need of refuge from those who would frame them for murder, kill them, and steal a kingdom.
In this novel of parallel worlds and doubled identities, a mathematically brilliant but awkward teen must impersonate her alter-ego as a resistance leader against dimension-hopping enemies, or else lose all hope of returning to her own world.
Beware! On Imbolc Day each year, the fearsome Cailleach emerges to hunt the children of the local village. But today is young Saoirse’s twelfth birthday and she won’t miss her chance to sneak into the witch’s tower to discover the secrets within, no matter the danger! When her adventure goes awry, Saoirse must confront her fears and discover the magical destiny for which she was fated all along!
The thrilling, brand-new 4th installment in Cornelia Funke's internationally bestselling Reckless series - full of fairy tales & legends, old friends & new enemies - returns to the world beyond the Mirror!
In spite of his misgivings, Jacob partners with Fox, Will, and rival hunter Nerron, leading them into peril. Seeking security, Jacob is reminded of the promise he made that now threatens everything.
Book two in The Mirror series, an innovative fairy-tale quartet about a cursed family written by best-selling authors. In this volume Dhonielle Clayton places readers right in the middle of New Orleans during the Roaring Twenties where magical intrigue and dangerous gangsters abound.
"A 15-year-old journalist gets a schooling in the power—and responsibility—of the press. Setting up and then deftly tweaking expectations the way he did in his debut, Atty at Law, Lockette pitches “brainy rebel” Lisa Rives into a whirl of hard choices after she takes over her school’s paper. Wry, engrossing, even occasionally funny—right up to a gut-wrenching capper.”–Kirkus (Starred Review)
Sixteen-year-old Dylan Highmark thought his winter was going to be full of boring shifts at the Dairy Queen, until he finds himself in love with a boy who’s literally too hot to handle.This is a story of first love and the lengths we’ll go to figure out our hearts.
For fans of I’m Not Dying with You Tonight, this gripping YA novel digs into the historical and present-day effects of white supremacy and the depths of privilege.
From the New York Times bestselling authors of I'm Not Dying with You Tonight comes a heartfelt story about two teen girls—one black, one white—whose friendship is tested by an act of rebellion against systemic racism.
From award-winning author Natasha Friend comes a compelling investigation of sexual harassment and the toxic and complicit structures of a small college town.
Dear White People meets Love, Hate, and Other Filters in this powerful, thought-provoking debut novel about three Black Muslim girls who create a space where they can shatter assumptions and share truths the country doesn’t see.
As her parents divorce rages, Waverly has to spend the summer with her aunt in Florida. Being from Alaska, the beach isn’t her thing. She can’t even swim! But things look up when Waverly meets Blake, the sweet (and hot) boy next door. Waverly now has friends, a social life--and feelings for Blake. But every summer must end, and letting go is hardest when you’ve finally found where you belong.
On Envecor, everyone is doomed to wear their heart outside their bodies, unable to die, until they find their soulmate. As a Heart Hunter, Psyche kills people’s soulmates for a living so they can maintain their immortality. When the king hires Psyche to kill his soulmate, it seems like just another job…until she meets said soulmate and realizes this will be much more complicated than she planned.
An all new graphic novel from cartoonist Lara Kaminoff, starring Jimmy Ruckus, the young rabble-rouser and trouble-maker who's on a mission to achieve greatness by fighting his way to the top!
How To Pick A Fight is the perfect fractured fable about a scrappy kid who means well but never quite gets it right.
The 100 meets The Sun is Also A Star in a royal, romantic science fiction-fantasy adventure featuring the heir to ruling a planet whose mental connection to a commoner places them both in danger and in need of refuge from those who would frame them for murder, kill them, and steal a kingdom.
In this novel of parallel worlds and doubled identities, a mathematically brilliant but awkward teen must impersonate her alter-ego as a resistance leader against dimension-hopping enemies, or else lose all hope of returning to her own world.
Beware! On Imbolc Day each year, the fearsome Cailleach emerges to hunt the children of the local village. But today is young Saoirse’s twelfth birthday and she won’t miss her chance to sneak into the witch’s tower to discover the secrets within, no matter the danger! When her adventure goes awry, Saoirse must confront her fears and discover the magical destiny for which she was fated all along!
The thrilling, brand-new 4th installment in Cornelia Funke's internationally bestselling Reckless series - full of fairy tales & legends, old friends & new enemies - returns to the world beyond the Mirror!
In spite of his misgivings, Jacob partners with Fox, Will, and rival hunter Nerron, leading them into peril. Seeking security, Jacob is reminded of the promise he made that now threatens everything.
Book two in The Mirror series, an innovative fairy-tale quartet about a cursed family written by best-selling authors. In this volume Dhonielle Clayton places readers right in the middle of New Orleans during the Roaring Twenties where magical intrigue and dangerous gangsters abound.
"A 15-year-old journalist gets a schooling in the power—and responsibility—of the press. Setting up and then deftly tweaking expectations the way he did in his debut, Atty at Law, Lockette pitches “brainy rebel” Lisa Rives into a whirl of hard choices after she takes over her school’s paper. Wry, engrossing, even occasionally funny—right up to a gut-wrenching capper.”–Kirkus (Starred Review)
Sixteen-year-old Dylan Highmark thought his winter was going to be full of boring shifts at the Dairy Queen, until he finds himself in love with a boy who’s literally too hot to handle.This is a story of first love and the lengths we’ll go to figure out our hearts.
For fans of I’m Not Dying with You Tonight, this gripping YA novel digs into the historical and present-day effects of white supremacy and the depths of privilege.
From the New York Times bestselling authors of I'm Not Dying with You Tonight comes a heartfelt story about two teen girls—one black, one white—whose friendship is tested by an act of rebellion against systemic racism.
From award-winning author Natasha Friend comes a compelling investigation of sexual harassment and the toxic and complicit structures of a small college town.
Dear White People meets Love, Hate, and Other Filters in this powerful, thought-provoking debut novel about three Black Muslim girls who create a space where they can shatter assumptions and share truths the country doesn’t see.
A delicious tale of rivalry, friendship, heartache, and dessert! Fame-obsessed Jack and somber Jillian, who is mourning the loss of her mother, become a mismatched duo selected to compete for $150,000 in a high-stakes baking contest jam-packed with hilarious high jinks.
The second book in the hit Black Panther Young Prince series from Ronald L. Smith, recipient of the 2016 Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Author Award. Swept up in a fight against an unexpected and evil villain, T'Challa, Sheila, and Zeke must band together to save the people of Beaumont . . . before it's too late.
After the tragic loss of their sister, Zack and his siblings band together to investigate a Morse Code-inspired mystery in this stunning novel about grief and resilience.
Based on the popular podcast, this novel follows Eleanor Amplified as she teams up with a middle school reporter to get the scoop and save the day!
"Eleanor is the perfect hero for our time. She's fought a nefarious internet mega-company on its way to taking over the earth and beyond, and now she's helping her 7th grade protégé stand up to cliques and uncover a middle school mystery.” – Terry Gross
When Billy and his dad are injured, Tom summons the courage to get back on the water. This time, he must travel in a rickety old homemade canoe through the Alaska wilderness to get help. But it’s not just the canoe and the terrain he has to worry about—he’s surrounded by dangerous adversaries. Are his skills enough to fight them off or will Billy and his father be left stranded?
Debut author Amina Luqman Dawson pens a lyrical, accessible historical middle-grade novel about two enslaved children’s escape from a plantation and the many ways they find freedom.
Adapted from our bestselling adult series, Arcadia Children’s is delighted to bring you the fantastically phantasmic stories of our nation’s undead souls. Rewritten for the middle-grade audience, these terrifically terrifying tales bring local history to life—even if the main players are dead. Ghosts, hauntings, and unexplained phenomena keep readers rapt, and celebrate local history and lore.
Adapted from our bestselling adult series, Arcadia Children’s is delighted to bring you the fantastically phantasmic stories of our nation’s undead souls. Rewritten for the middle-grade audience, these terrifically terrifying tales bring local history to life—even if the main players are dead. Ghosts, hauntings, and unexplained phenomena keep readers rapt, and celebrate local history and lore.
Adapted from our bestselling adult series, Arcadia Children’s is delighted to bring you the fantastically phantasmic stories of our nation’s undead souls. Rewritten for the middle-grade audience, these terrifically terrifying tales bring local history to life—even if the main players are dead. Ghosts, hauntings, and unexplained phenomena keep readers rapt, and celebrate local history and lore.
Adapted from our bestselling adult series, Arcadia Children’s is delighted to bring you the fantastically phantasmic stories of our nation’s undead souls. Rewritten for the middle-grade audience, these terrifically terrifying tales bring local history to life—even if the main players are dead. Ghosts, hauntings, and unexplained phenomena keep readers rapt, and celebrate local history and lore.
Sometimes being a kid can really stink.
Will Poupé becomes the new target of bullies at middle school - they call him Poop. Icky the Janitor (a wizard in disguise) tells Will about the Names of Power, which bestow great abilities. Like Poop. Possessing new poop powers can be used to get back at bullies! With help from his friends, Will must find a way to use his fantastic farting magic for good.
A graphic novel for children ages 7 to 10. Dolly Parton is an award-winning songwriter and entertainer, who released her first single when she was just thirteen years old. She has written thousands of songs, starred in TV shows and movies, and runs her own businesses and philanthropy. With her talent, grit, and generous spirit, she makes the world a brighter place. This is her story.
Twelve-year-old Octavia grew up believing the town of Vittoria was the only one left in the world. The sole survivors of a deadly magical war and plague, there’s no one alive outside the town walls—except the monsters that prowl the forest. But then the impossible happens: Octavia meets another girl beyond the walls and discovers a world full of lies, monsters, and magic.
A graphic novel for children ages 7 to 10. Ida B. Wells was a groundbreaking journalist and civil rights activist in the decades after the Civil War. She worked fiercely for the equal treatment of Black people in schools, in society, and at the voting booth. With her powerful voice, she spoke out against injustice wherever she saw it. This is her story.
A new adventure for The Math Kids!
The Math Kids have been split up! New teachers and troubled classmates suddenly seem a lot more challenging than homework. But the right plan - and some math - might solve everything.
• Introduces readers to real-life interactive math and logic problems
• Dives into social issues and problem solving
• Includes an appendix for hands-on learning
Anne of Green Gables meets Song for a Whale with a touch of Nancy Drew in this debut middle-grade novel about 11-year old Meranda, who visits Nova Scotia with her family and is quickly plunged into a maritime mystery. Why does the newspaper say her great-uncle Mark’s death was suspicious? Why do strangers keep calling her “miracle baby”? And what on earth does all this have to do with mermaids?
Best-selling author Rick Riordan presents Lori M. Lee's middle grade debut about a lonely Hmong girl who discovers she's a powerful shaman warrior in this fantasy inspired by Southeast Asian mythology.
From award-winning and bestselling author Jewell Parker Rhodes comes a powerful coming-of-age survival tale exploring issues of race, class, and climate change.
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This fascinating, beautifully illustrated book proves that women have been making their mark in all aspects of history---even the high seas! Each pirate profile includes a dramatic original poem along with historical information about the real life and times of these daring---and dangerous!---women.
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wonder comes a new American classic about a boy on a quest to find his father, guided by a ghost and a mysterious pony. Part True Grit, part Where the Red Fern Grows, Pony is an enthralling story of adventure, friendship, and the invisible bonds that connect us.
The Secret Garden with a twist! In this follow-up to Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy, this full-color graphic novel moves Mary Lennox to a New York City brownstone, where she and her very first group of friends restore an abandoned rooftop garden…and her uncle's heart.
Centuries before the events of the Skywalker Saga, the galaxy is experiencing unparalleled peace—until a new enemy threatens everything the Jedi have built.
Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1 is a new middle grade graphic novel from New York Times bestselling author Daniel Jose Older and artist Harvey Tolibao.
STEM Like a Girl empowers girls, 8-12, with the knowledge and confidence to become future problem solvers and leaders in the scientific world and beyond. This fully illustrated and photographic book profiles 35 inspiring girls and offers 15 hands-on, STEM-based experiments that they can do at home.
Readers will be scared silly in this spooky and hilarious middle grade series starter about a town chock-full of monsters and the kids who must unravel centuries of secrets to save it.
“Frightening and fun!” –Neil Patrick Harris, New York Times bestselling author of The Magic Misfits
Get to know our diverse planet with the second edition of Lonely Planet Kids' best-selling title. Each feature will be brought vividly to life with maps, full-colour photography, original art and lively, accessible text. The Travel Book is the ultimate reference book for kids to learn all about all the incredible lands that make up our planet.
Jewish mythology says when God created the universe, one corner was left unfinished – a dangerous place teeming with monsters. Twelve-year-old Miriam hasn’t a clue about the Unfinished Corner. Wrestling with Bat Mitzvah prep and whether she even wants to be Jewish occupy her life – until an angel whisks her and her friends off to this monstrous land with one mission: finish the Unfinished Corner.
Everyone knows magic doesn't exist anymore, until magic changes everything.
In book one, Fife, a swordsmith-in-training, meets Neityea, an extraordinary girl with both horns and amnesia. On the outside, she resembles the monstrous Vel. When Fife is attacked by the Vel, Neitya saves him using a skill thought forever lost: Magic. Together they journey to unravel the mystery of her origin.
How far would you go to save magic?
Winnie didn’t really want to go camping with Dad and Jerry, but when she finds a real live troll that needs her help, how can she refuse? Winnie’s adventure is just beginning when she and Jerry encounter wild animals, mystical whirlpools, and creepy caves to help their new friends!
Lydia Riverthane always dreamed of being the greatest pro wrassler in the kingdom of Grimslade. Growing up in the shadow of Wrassle Castle, where her older brother racks up championship belts, only fuels her competitive fire. When he is arrested for treason, Lydia and friends must enter and win the year-end tournament. There she can win back his freedom the only way she knows how…wrassling!
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A delicious tale of rivalry, friendship, heartache, and dessert! Fame-obsessed Jack and somber Jillian, who is mourning the loss of her mother, become a mismatched duo selected to compete for $150,000 in a high-stakes baking contest jam-packed with hilarious high jinks.
The second book in the hit Black Panther Young Prince series from Ronald L. Smith, recipient of the 2016 Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Author Award. Swept up in a fight against an unexpected and evil villain, T'Challa, Sheila, and Zeke must band together to save the people of Beaumont . . . before it's too late.
After the tragic loss of their sister, Zack and his siblings band together to investigate a Morse Code-inspired mystery in this stunning novel about grief and resilience.
Based on the popular podcast, this novel follows Eleanor Amplified as she teams up with a middle school reporter to get the scoop and save the day!
"Eleanor is the perfect hero for our time. She's fought a nefarious internet mega-company on its way to taking over the earth and beyond, and now she's helping her 7th grade protégé stand up to cliques and uncover a middle school mystery.” – Terry Gross
When Billy and his dad are injured, Tom summons the courage to get back on the water. This time, he must travel in a rickety old homemade canoe through the Alaska wilderness to get help. But it’s not just the canoe and the terrain he has to worry about—he’s surrounded by dangerous adversaries. Are his skills enough to fight them off or will Billy and his father be left stranded?
Debut author Amina Luqman Dawson pens a lyrical, accessible historical middle-grade novel about two enslaved children’s escape from a plantation and the many ways they find freedom.
Adapted from our bestselling adult series, Arcadia Children’s is delighted to bring you the fantastically phantasmic stories of our nation’s undead souls. Rewritten for the middle-grade audience, these terrifically terrifying tales bring local history to life—even if the main players are dead. Ghosts, hauntings, and unexplained phenomena keep readers rapt, and celebrate local history and lore.
Adapted from our bestselling adult series, Arcadia Children’s is delighted to bring you the fantastically phantasmic stories of our nation’s undead souls. Rewritten for the middle-grade audience, these terrifically terrifying tales bring local history to life—even if the main players are dead. Ghosts, hauntings, and unexplained phenomena keep readers rapt, and celebrate local history and lore.
Adapted from our bestselling adult series, Arcadia Children’s is delighted to bring you the fantastically phantasmic stories of our nation’s undead souls. Rewritten for the middle-grade audience, these terrifically terrifying tales bring local history to life—even if the main players are dead. Ghosts, hauntings, and unexplained phenomena keep readers rapt, and celebrate local history and lore.
Adapted from our bestselling adult series, Arcadia Children’s is delighted to bring you the fantastically phantasmic stories of our nation’s undead souls. Rewritten for the middle-grade audience, these terrifically terrifying tales bring local history to life—even if the main players are dead. Ghosts, hauntings, and unexplained phenomena keep readers rapt, and celebrate local history and lore.
Sometimes being a kid can really stink.
Will Poupé becomes the new target of bullies at middle school - they call him Poop. Icky the Janitor (a wizard in disguise) tells Will about the Names of Power, which bestow great abilities. Like Poop. Possessing new poop powers can be used to get back at bullies! With help from his friends, Will must find a way to use his fantastic farting magic for good.
A graphic novel for children ages 7 to 10. Dolly Parton is an award-winning songwriter and entertainer, who released her first single when she was just thirteen years old. She has written thousands of songs, starred in TV shows and movies, and runs her own businesses and philanthropy. With her talent, grit, and generous spirit, she makes the world a brighter place. This is her story.
Twelve-year-old Octavia grew up believing the town of Vittoria was the only one left in the world. The sole survivors of a deadly magical war and plague, there’s no one alive outside the town walls—except the monsters that prowl the forest. But then the impossible happens: Octavia meets another girl beyond the walls and discovers a world full of lies, monsters, and magic.
A graphic novel for children ages 7 to 10. Ida B. Wells was a groundbreaking journalist and civil rights activist in the decades after the Civil War. She worked fiercely for the equal treatment of Black people in schools, in society, and at the voting booth. With her powerful voice, she spoke out against injustice wherever she saw it. This is her story.
A new adventure for The Math Kids!
The Math Kids have been split up! New teachers and troubled classmates suddenly seem a lot more challenging than homework. But the right plan - and some math - might solve everything.
• Introduces readers to real-life interactive math and logic problems
• Dives into social issues and problem solving
• Includes an appendix for hands-on learning
Anne of Green Gables meets Song for a Whale with a touch of Nancy Drew in this debut middle-grade novel about 11-year old Meranda, who visits Nova Scotia with her family and is quickly plunged into a maritime mystery. Why does the newspaper say her great-uncle Mark’s death was suspicious? Why do strangers keep calling her “miracle baby”? And what on earth does all this have to do with mermaids?
Best-selling author Rick Riordan presents Lori M. Lee's middle grade debut about a lonely Hmong girl who discovers she's a powerful shaman warrior in this fantasy inspired by Southeast Asian mythology.
From award-winning and bestselling author Jewell Parker Rhodes comes a powerful coming-of-age survival tale exploring issues of race, class, and climate change.
Website
This fascinating, beautifully illustrated book proves that women have been making their mark in all aspects of history---even the high seas! Each pirate profile includes a dramatic original poem along with historical information about the real life and times of these daring---and dangerous!---women.
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wonder comes a new American classic about a boy on a quest to find his father, guided by a ghost and a mysterious pony. Part True Grit, part Where the Red Fern Grows, Pony is an enthralling story of adventure, friendship, and the invisible bonds that connect us.
The Secret Garden with a twist! In this follow-up to Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy, this full-color graphic novel moves Mary Lennox to a New York City brownstone, where she and her very first group of friends restore an abandoned rooftop garden…and her uncle's heart.
Centuries before the events of the Skywalker Saga, the galaxy is experiencing unparalleled peace—until a new enemy threatens everything the Jedi have built.
Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1 is a new middle grade graphic novel from New York Times bestselling author Daniel Jose Older and artist Harvey Tolibao.
STEM Like a Girl empowers girls, 8-12, with the knowledge and confidence to become future problem solvers and leaders in the scientific world and beyond. This fully illustrated and photographic book profiles 35 inspiring girls and offers 15 hands-on, STEM-based experiments that they can do at home.
Readers will be scared silly in this spooky and hilarious middle grade series starter about a town chock-full of monsters and the kids who must unravel centuries of secrets to save it.
“Frightening and fun!” –Neil Patrick Harris, New York Times bestselling author of The Magic Misfits
Get to know our diverse planet with the second edition of Lonely Planet Kids' best-selling title. Each feature will be brought vividly to life with maps, full-colour photography, original art and lively, accessible text. The Travel Book is the ultimate reference book for kids to learn all about all the incredible lands that make up our planet.
Jewish mythology says when God created the universe, one corner was left unfinished – a dangerous place teeming with monsters. Twelve-year-old Miriam hasn’t a clue about the Unfinished Corner. Wrestling with Bat Mitzvah prep and whether she even wants to be Jewish occupy her life – until an angel whisks her and her friends off to this monstrous land with one mission: finish the Unfinished Corner.
Everyone knows magic doesn't exist anymore, until magic changes everything.
In book one, Fife, a swordsmith-in-training, meets Neityea, an extraordinary girl with both horns and amnesia. On the outside, she resembles the monstrous Vel. When Fife is attacked by the Vel, Neitya saves him using a skill thought forever lost: Magic. Together they journey to unravel the mystery of her origin.
How far would you go to save magic?
Winnie didn’t really want to go camping with Dad and Jerry, but when she finds a real live troll that needs her help, how can she refuse? Winnie’s adventure is just beginning when she and Jerry encounter wild animals, mystical whirlpools, and creepy caves to help their new friends!
Lydia Riverthane always dreamed of being the greatest pro wrassler in the kingdom of Grimslade. Growing up in the shadow of Wrassle Castle, where her older brother racks up championship belts, only fuels her competitive fire. When he is arrested for treason, Lydia and friends must enter and win the year-end tournament. There she can win back his freedom the only way she knows how…wrassling!
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Callie might look like a sweet, innocent cat... but as soon as you let your guard down, her calico instincts kick in, and she becomes Ninja Callie! The Adventures of Callie the Crazy Calico Cat is a fun interactive book for children to teach them about pet adoption, feline leukemia and go into the mind-set of your favorite feline pet. Life with a calico cat is never a dull moment.
Larry McLou is a cloud in the sky, who feels like his life is just passing him by.
When Larry decides that he wants to travel, that’s when the adventure begins to unravel!
Where will he go and what will he see? Will he really like being so carefree?
Come along and let’s have some fun! Larry’s wild journey has just begun!
This practical cookbook from leading children's cookery author Annabel Karmel is filled with fun, tasty recipes that will help parents inspire young children with a love of cooking, food and healthy eating. The recipes cater to all dietary requirements, featuring swaps for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan versions.
When the music starts playing, everyone can dance...except the ants. They can lift, build, and dig, so why can’t they twirl, dip, and jig? As the ants try to dance, they discover they are better together in this toe-tapping tale that shows the value of cooperation and teamwork.
Readers will learn that God is their best bucket filler ever! They will be inspired to love God, others, and themselves by treating everyone with the same kindness and respect they would like to receive. Creating an all-inclusive circle of love, light, peace, friendship, and kindness, they will learn that they have the power to fill buckets and, when they do, God fills their buckets in return.
Big Panda and Tiny Dragon embark on a journey through the seasons of the year together. They get lost, as many of us do. But while lost, they discover many beautiful sights they'd never have found had they gone the right way.
In this follow-up to Always Anjali, Anjali realizes that she should never let anyone make her feel bad for being good at something. An important story for all children to remember to never dim their light.
Ballet enthusiasts of all ages will delight in the magical story of The Nutcracker and the magnificent ballet it inspired in this enchanted book packed with colorful illustrations, fun facts, history, and the love of dance. Follow as it makes its way from page to stage to become the world’s most popular ballet. Sections highlight some of the most famous dancers and companies that have brought this ballet to life.
Revel in the warm, inviting, retro-style illustrations from Argentinian creator, Marcos Farina, in his early concepts board books.
Grippingly written by award-winning author, Anita Ganeri, and vibrantly illustrated by Margaux Carpentier, Forest Fighter tells the inspiring story of Chico Mendes, who was not afraid to speak up for others and worked tirelessly to protect the rainforest.
Explore Christmas traditions from 13 different countries! Rhyming text and detailed illustrations make the book accessible to younger readers, while educational endnotes about the 13 celebrations add interest for older children. Gold ink and festive illustrations capture the joy of the season and make this book a beautiful gift in itself.
From an indigenous creative duo comes Little Bird's Day, a calming yet powerful and poetic read-aloud picture book that pays tribute to nature. "This striking work soars" says Kirkus in a starred review -- as it helps readers see the threads that connect us all across this pale blue dot called Earth.
A water bird found throughout much of North America, loons are famous for their echoing calls. Little Loon Finds His Voice is the endearing, coming-of-age tale of one little loon finding his voice and his place in life. Breathtaking illustrations transport readers to misty lakes and towering pines, and informative loon facts at the end detail the life and habits of these enchanting birds.
Every day Jimmy takes ‘Skinny Kid’s’ lunch at school. No way will he be caught standing in that FREE LUNCH line. When he’s called into the office, Jimmy just shrugs, “Whatever.” Until a surprising act of kindness stops him in his tracks. For a split second a door cracks open into Jimmy’s heart. Who knows? Maybe he’ll just kick that door right open.
Surfer kid Mop and his friends are back in a quest to save the ocean with mindfulness, surfing, and a band! It's an exciting new adventure for Mop and his friends.
Spark scientific curiosity in kids of all ages! In the second title of a three-book series, Pete the Proton and Ned the Neutron get together to build everything in the universe… even you! This is the story of subatomic particles as never told before. Simple rhyming sentences and vibrant science pictures make it easy for even a toddler to begin to understand the basics of chemistry.
A buoyant and heartwarming celebration of individuality, identity, and dressing to suit yourself!
It’s almost Frankie’s birthday and everything is ready — except for something to wear. All of her party dresses feel wrong. Her family tries to help, but it’s no good.
What Frankie longs for is a suit. A spectacular suit…
Can Frankie find the outfit of her dreams?
Stunning visuals and poetic text combine to tell the inspiring story of Lewis Hine (1874–1940), a teacher and photographer who employed his art as a tool for social change. The Traveling Camera contains extensive back matter, including a time line, original photos, and a bibliography.
In this new book, the author and illustrator who brought you A is for Activist and Counting on Community, Innosanto Nagara teams up with poet and activist Mona Damluji, for a poem about the power of collective action.
"Together offers a vision of the world we want for our children, one in which all living things flourish, our communities thrive, and justice prevails.” —Ibram X. Kendi
Violet is a people lover. She just can't get enough of them. Wherever there are human beings she just wants to be with them. Come on an adventure with Violet the adventurer, the world traveller, the enthusiast with a truly infectious personality.
We’re all in the same boat, both literally and metaphorically, in this playful look at how we can work together for the common good. The animals in this boat discover that working together gets them much further and is more fun than trying to go their separate ways. Saltzberg’s humor shows how the animals will sink or swim together. Teamwork matters when we’re all in the same boat!
From the Grammy award-nominated hip-hop group Alphabet Rockers comes an empowering picture book that invites kids to to love themselves, stand up to hate, and foster inclusivity among their peers!
Callie might look like a sweet, innocent cat... but as soon as you let your guard down, her calico instincts kick in, and she becomes Ninja Callie! The Adventures of Callie the Crazy Calico Cat is a fun interactive book for children to teach them about pet adoption, feline leukemia and go into the mind-set of your favorite feline pet. Life with a calico cat is never a dull moment.
Larry McLou is a cloud in the sky, who feels like his life is just passing him by.
When Larry decides that he wants to travel, that’s when the adventure begins to unravel!
Where will he go and what will he see? Will he really like being so carefree?
Come along and let’s have some fun! Larry’s wild journey has just begun!
This practical cookbook from leading children's cookery author Annabel Karmel is filled with fun, tasty recipes that will help parents inspire young children with a love of cooking, food and healthy eating. The recipes cater to all dietary requirements, featuring swaps for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan versions.
When the music starts playing, everyone can dance...except the ants. They can lift, build, and dig, so why can’t they twirl, dip, and jig? As the ants try to dance, they discover they are better together in this toe-tapping tale that shows the value of cooperation and teamwork.
Readers will learn that God is their best bucket filler ever! They will be inspired to love God, others, and themselves by treating everyone with the same kindness and respect they would like to receive. Creating an all-inclusive circle of love, light, peace, friendship, and kindness, they will learn that they have the power to fill buckets and, when they do, God fills their buckets in return.
Big Panda and Tiny Dragon embark on a journey through the seasons of the year together. They get lost, as many of us do. But while lost, they discover many beautiful sights they'd never have found had they gone the right way.
In this follow-up to Always Anjali, Anjali realizes that she should never let anyone make her feel bad for being good at something. An important story for all children to remember to never dim their light.
Ballet enthusiasts of all ages will delight in the magical story of The Nutcracker and the magnificent ballet it inspired in this enchanted book packed with colorful illustrations, fun facts, history, and the love of dance. Follow as it makes its way from page to stage to become the world’s most popular ballet. Sections highlight some of the most famous dancers and companies that have brought this ballet to life.
Revel in the warm, inviting, retro-style illustrations from Argentinian creator, Marcos Farina, in his early concepts board books.
Grippingly written by award-winning author, Anita Ganeri, and vibrantly illustrated by Margaux Carpentier, Forest Fighter tells the inspiring story of Chico Mendes, who was not afraid to speak up for others and worked tirelessly to protect the rainforest.
Explore Christmas traditions from 13 different countries! Rhyming text and detailed illustrations make the book accessible to younger readers, while educational endnotes about the 13 celebrations add interest for older children. Gold ink and festive illustrations capture the joy of the season and make this book a beautiful gift in itself.
From an indigenous creative duo comes Little Bird's Day, a calming yet powerful and poetic read-aloud picture book that pays tribute to nature. "This striking work soars" says Kirkus in a starred review -- as it helps readers see the threads that connect us all across this pale blue dot called Earth.
A water bird found throughout much of North America, loons are famous for their echoing calls. Little Loon Finds His Voice is the endearing, coming-of-age tale of one little loon finding his voice and his place in life. Breathtaking illustrations transport readers to misty lakes and towering pines, and informative loon facts at the end detail the life and habits of these enchanting birds.
Every day Jimmy takes ‘Skinny Kid’s’ lunch at school. No way will he be caught standing in that FREE LUNCH line. When he’s called into the office, Jimmy just shrugs, “Whatever.” Until a surprising act of kindness stops him in his tracks. For a split second a door cracks open into Jimmy’s heart. Who knows? Maybe he’ll just kick that door right open.
Surfer kid Mop and his friends are back in a quest to save the ocean with mindfulness, surfing, and a band! It's an exciting new adventure for Mop and his friends.
Spark scientific curiosity in kids of all ages! In the second title of a three-book series, Pete the Proton and Ned the Neutron get together to build everything in the universe… even you! This is the story of subatomic particles as never told before. Simple rhyming sentences and vibrant science pictures make it easy for even a toddler to begin to understand the basics of chemistry.
A buoyant and heartwarming celebration of individuality, identity, and dressing to suit yourself!
It’s almost Frankie’s birthday and everything is ready — except for something to wear. All of her party dresses feel wrong. Her family tries to help, but it’s no good.
What Frankie longs for is a suit. A spectacular suit…
Can Frankie find the outfit of her dreams?
Stunning visuals and poetic text combine to tell the inspiring story of Lewis Hine (1874–1940), a teacher and photographer who employed his art as a tool for social change. The Traveling Camera contains extensive back matter, including a time line, original photos, and a bibliography.
In this new book, the author and illustrator who brought you A is for Activist and Counting on Community, Innosanto Nagara teams up with poet and activist Mona Damluji, for a poem about the power of collective action.
"Together offers a vision of the world we want for our children, one in which all living things flourish, our communities thrive, and justice prevails.” —Ibram X. Kendi
Violet is a people lover. She just can't get enough of them. Wherever there are human beings she just wants to be with them. Come on an adventure with Violet the adventurer, the world traveller, the enthusiast with a truly infectious personality.
We’re all in the same boat, both literally and metaphorically, in this playful look at how we can work together for the common good. The animals in this boat discover that working together gets them much further and is more fun than trying to go their separate ways. Saltzberg’s humor shows how the animals will sink or swim together. Teamwork matters when we’re all in the same boat!
From the Grammy award-nominated hip-hop group Alphabet Rockers comes an empowering picture book that invites kids to to love themselves, stand up to hate, and foster inclusivity among their peers!
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