Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books

Book SynopsisThis title features 15 original craft projects inspired by the Minecraft video game sensation. Creepers, characters, tools and blocks are fun to create now and play with later. It is suitable for children aged eight and over. Bring your Minecraft adventure to life with easy-to-make craft projects! Use this imaginative book to create instantly recognisable toys, jewellery, wearables, and accessories, based on one of the most popular video games of all time. Author Choly Knight shows you how to quickly make real life versions of all your favourite Minecraft characters and game elements, using only a few basic craft supplies. The blocky pixilated graphics of Minecraft are perfect for so many different kinds of crafts. Inside you'll find 15 fun step-by-step projects for perler beads, duct tape, paper crafting, painting, sewing, and crocheting. So get in "creative mode" and celebrate the limitless possibilities of Minecraft!

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Book SynopsisA child who can t follow rules is a child who s always in trouble. This book starts with simple reasons why we have rules: to help us stay safe, learn, be fair, and get along. Then it presents just four basic rules: Listen, Best Work, Hands and Body to Myself, and Please and Thank You. The focus throughout is on the positive sense of pride that comes with learning to follow rules. Includes questions and activities adults can use to reinforce the ideas and skills being taught."Trade ReviewSurely needed...I heartily applaud this important series. Jay A. Monson, Ph.D., Professor of Elementary Education, Utah State University"

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Book SynopsisSam is concerned about keeping things orderly and "cool" at school. She thinks people need to have a tough skin in order to fit in and withstand others meanness and lack of cooperation. Sam teases her free-spirited classmate Luisa and enlists a friend, Jayla, to help. But when Sam is confronted by a concerned teacher about her bullying, and Jayla turns on Sam and befriends Luisa, Sam begins to show some heart and rethink her treatment of others.The Weird! SeriesThese three books tell the story of an ongoing case of bullying from three third graders perspectives. Luisa describes being targeted by bullying in Weird! Jayla shares her experience as a bystander to bullying in Dare! And in Tough!, Sam speaks from the point of view of someone initiating bullying. Kids will easily relate to Luisa, Jayla, and Sam, as each girl has her own unique experience, eventually learning how to face her challenges with the help of friends, peers, and caring adults.Part of the Bully Free Kids lineTrade ReviewAn excellent tool for teaching school-age children good mental health techniques to survive and grow beyond bullying. "Midwest Book Review: Children s Bookwatch, Reviewer s Choice""

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Book SynopsisWe've all seen it--the nose-picking habit starts as early as the toddler years, and no child is the exception. Young children pick their noses for a variety of reasons, from colds to allergies to curiosity or boredom. This board book for toddlers and preschoolers is the answer to the age-old question "How can I get my child not to pick, especially not in public?" With gentle humor and kid-friendly support, this board book for toddlers and preschoolers helps guide little ones away from nose picking toward healthier habits, like using a tissue and washing their hands. Catchy words help children remember what to do; vibrant full-color illustrations bring the words to life. Throughout, the positive message shines through: noses are for breathing, sniffing, smelling . . . but not for picking!Trade ReviewExtensive tips for parents and caregivers on ways to gently discourage nose-picking through modeling, respect, redirection, and persistence. A positive approach to a difficult subject. "Kirkus Reviews"" Provides children with reasons to avoid picking their noses (avoiding germs), alternatives ( Pick a tissue not your nose ), and extensive suggestions for parents wrangling with this particular habit at home. "Publishers Weekly"" "Provides children with reasons to avoid picking their noses (avoiding germs), alternatives ("Pick a tissue not your nose"), and extensive suggestions for parents wrangling with this particular habit at home." --Publishers Weekly "Extensive tips for parents and caregivers on ways to gently discourage nose-picking through modeling, respect, redirection, and persistence. A positive approach to a difficult subject."--Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisKids need help learning how to manage their anger. Blending solid information and sound advice with humor and lively illustrations, these anger-management tips guide kids to understand that anger is normal and to learn they can express it in healthy ways. The book teaches them how to recognize anger in themselves and others, how to handle situations and emotions (loneliness, guilt, frustration, fear) that lead to or mask anger, and how to deal with the anger they feel. This revised edition addresses children s exposure to increased societal violence and includes discussion and examples of anger related to texting and social media. Young readers learn that cruelty and violence are not acceptable and there are safer, more positive ways to resolve conflicts. They also discover what to do when people around them are angry, how to get help, and how to locate other resources when they need more support.

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Book SynopsisTake your child’s creativity outside! Laura C. Martin offers 65 art projects that kids can make with materials found right in their backyard. There’s no limit to the imaginative possibilities as children mix paints from colorful flower blossoms, dig clay for molding elf-sized furniture, and craft functional twig baskets. Cultivating a respectful engagement with nature while developing artistic skills, Nature’s Art Box is an inspiring handbook for the next generation of expressive and conscientious stewards of the earth’s resources.

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Book SynopsisCindy A. Littlefield presents 102 brainteasers, word games, jokes, riddles, and puzzles that will keep horse-crazy children entertained for hours. Packed with fascinating bits of equine trivia and plenty of illustrations, this book will jumpstart kids’ creativity and boost their problem-solving skills, while at the same time teaching them about their favorite animals. Get ready for some serious horsing around.

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Book SynopsisYoung naturalists explore sixteen birds in this elegant introduction to the many, remarkable uses of feathers. A concise main text highlights how feathers are not just for flying. More curious readers are invited to dig deeper with informative sidebars that underscore how feathers of all shapes and sizes help birds with warming or cooling, protect them from the sun, help them swim, glide or even dig. With a range of common and exotic species readers will be engaged by both the new and the familiar. Beautiful and delicate watercolor illustrations showcase life-size feathers and compare them to everyday objects. With a scrapbook design, Feathers is part science journal, part read-along nonfiction, making it a wonderful resource for nature studies and a delight for the youngest bird lovers.

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Book SynopsisTake the first steps into activism with this comprehensive middle grade guide that empowers readers to choose and become knowledgeable in a cause they are most passionate to reform, and to create meaningful change through learning what’s already been accomplished—and what can still be done.Getting involved can be an overwhelming prospect, but this guide provides readers with tools to become informed and effective activists with an accessible approach offering hope and perspective. From Black Lives Matter and light pollution to climate change and healthcare equity for all, the book leads readers through an overview of issues, an essential human rights background, and stories of how other young activists tackle local, national, and international problems. Readers will discover a multitude of ways to build change and learn that every contribution matters.

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Book SynopsisThe dramatic true story of a young heroine who operated a lighthouse during a terrible winter storm in her father''s absence, saving countless lives out at sea.When seventeen-year-old Abbie Burgess and her family move to Maine where her father will be caring for a lighthouse, she is immediately fascinated by the lights. Abbie becomes her father's assistant, and when he is forced to make an emergency trip to the mainland, Abbie alone knows how to keep the lighthouse tower lit. Soon after he leaves, a massive storm arises, surging over the island and flooding their house. Will Abbie be able to care for her sick mother and younger sisters and make sure that the lighthouse guides ships safely through the treacherous waters? This fictionalized account of a young girl's triumph over a savage storm as well as her own fears, is based on an actual incident that took place in the winter of 1856. Gorgeously illustrated with powerful oil paintings, young Abbie will inspire readers to face all storms as bravely.

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Book SynopsisTHE MAGICAL STARFRUIT TREE tells the story of a greedy peddler, Ah-Di, a kind-hearted young boy, Ming-Ming, and an old beggar on a hot day. In spite of the heat and the old man''s apparent thirst, the miserly peddler refuses to give him a juicy starfruit. Although he has little, Ming-Ming offers to buy a piece of fruit for the old man. The beggar gratefully accepts and eats the fruit, saving only one seed. Calling for someone to bring him a pot of hot water, he plants the seed. The old man uses his magic to make the seed grow, blossom, and bear fruit, all before the eyes of the bewildered crowd. In the end there is enough fruit for everyone, the peddler is chastised for his greedy ways and Ming-Ming is rewarded for his generosity.Retold and illustrated by a Chinese author and Chinese artist, THE MAGICAL STARFRUIT TREE is a traditional story that teaches values to children through example. It also touches on one of the main tenets of the Chinese culture, which is to honour your elders and treat them with respect.

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Book SynopsisSukoon, a peace loving, honest pigeon, has only one wish! To meet a true friend that believes and trusts in him completely.Every day he prays hopes that his wish will come true. One day he comes across a strong, but friendly and funny golden-maned lion named Bharosa. The bond between the pigeon and the lion soon turns into love and understanding, taking them on the adventure of mutual discovery and understanding of eachother's worlds.Unknowingly, their loyalty and trust for each other, is greatly tested and threatened by the menacing dark shadows of doubt and jealousy. Especially when Bharosa discovers to his horror, the hair from his golden mane seems to be disappearing.Bharosa decides to teach Sukoon a lesson.Will Bharosa be successful in his mission or will his vengeance prove a high price to pay?

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Book SynopsisLittle Warriors, Big Lives is an engaging poetry picture book that empowers and comforts children battling critical illnesses that are both winning and losing their fight. It allows caregivers, friends, and family to read to children relatable poems that are positive, upbeat, daring, optimistic, fun, and heart-warming despite their diagnosis. It's a collection of enjoyable literary works that collides the pediatric critical illness world with encouragement, solace, and lightheartedness.

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Book SynopsisA gorgeously illustrated nonfiction book about the polar bear, this is a factually accurate as well as a poetic exploration of polar bear bodies, habits, and habitats. Working in a painterly, expressive way, Jenni Desmond creates landscapes and creatures that are marked by atmosphere and emotion, telling a story about bears that engages the reader's interest in amazing facts as well as their deep sense of wonder. A graduate of the renowned MA program in Children's Book Illustration at the Cambridge School of Art (ARU), Jenni Desmond works from her studio in London, UK. This, her second book for Enchanted Lion, will be followed by one about elephants.Trade Review"Following the success of 'The Blue Whale', Desmond has delivered another poignant and refreshing look at these magnificent animals, threatened with extinction." -- Picture Books Blogger

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Book Synopsis“Raphael loves Jerome. I say it. It’s easy.” This story follows a little boy named Raphael, whose daily rhythm is steeped in his immense affection for his friend Jerome. The two boys share jokes and snacks and plan future adventures to the Himalayas. Even when Raphael’s constant talk of Jerome is driving his parents crazy, he remains steadfast: “Raphael loves Jerome. I can say it. It’s easy.” And the truth is, when he’s with Jerome, Raphael feels happy, liked, and understood— even special. Thomas Scotto’s simple, strong, and insightful prose and Olivier Tallec’s delightful, expressive illustrations give much emotion and immediacy to the story.Trade ReviewA New York Times Notable Children's Book of 2018 A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2018 A Brain Pickings Best Children's Book of 2018 A Batchelder Honor Book of 2019 A 2019 Rainbow Book List Selection A 2018 New York Public Library Best Books for Kids Selection Selected for the 2019 Cooperative Children’s Book Center (CCBC) Choices List ★"Some children will see simply two very good friends, while others will see validation of feelings they may not know how to express, particularly if their parents are as hostile as Raphael's. Raphael gives them the language they need: "I say—yes. Raphael loves Jerome. I say it. It's easy." Subtle, joyous, affirming. (Picture book. 4-8)" —STARRED REVIEW, Kirkus Reviews "Originally published in France, this gentle, sweet-spirited story is a testament to the power of childhood friendship and the timeless power of love. The softly colored cartoonlike illustrations by Tallec perfectly capture the mood and spirit of the text, deftly translated by Bedrick and Snelson. The result is a book to treasure." —Michael Cart, Booklist "A small boy’s passion for his best friend is expressed in heart-rendingly direct terms in this enchanting book." —The New York Times "Illustrations that are soft yet slightly quirky showcase the deep and genuine affection between the two boys, and the temporary dissonance and isolation caused by adult disproval before Raphael affirms feelings that bring him such contentment and joy. This welcome picture book offers sweet and essential conformation of emotions that children are too often encouraged to deny or suppress, particularly when it comes to same-gender friendships/relationships, and especially between boys."—The Cooperative Children's Book Center "...this picture book is childhood captured on the page." —Tasha Saecker, Waking Brain Cells "Against the smallness of his parents’ perception, Raphael takes solace in the largeness that fills his own heart. […] a crowning addition to the best LGBT children’s books" —Maria Popova, Brain Pickings "Raphael delights in his friend and in the joy and comfort he receives from him. “Raphael loves Jerome. I can say it. It’s easy,” he says. His parents’ disapproval mounts until Raphael rejects it openly, scowling and walking away from them with his arms crossed, while their tall figures loom over him. It’s notable that he’s angry rather than despondent. Raphael’s righteous anger fuels his resolve to remain loyal to Jerome and to his own heart. The poignant (and satisfying) conclusion has him restating his love for Jerome as they hold hands and run together 'from the shadow out into the light.'" —Megan Dowd Lambert, The Horn Book "People and settings are spare, but perfectly express the emotions and situations."—Katrina Yurenka, Youth Services Book Review "Raphael, the young narrator of this groundbreaking picture book, loves his friend Jerome. 'It doesn't bother me at all,' the boy explains. 'Raphael loves Jerome. I can say it. It's easy.' [...] Although Raphael's parents never put a label on it, their son's intense affection for his friend and his unfiltered expression of it clearly bother them; Dad seethes, his voice 'like sharp fish bones in my hot chocolate.' But the bond between the boys is unbreakable, and as the book closes, they blithely walk across the street together, holding hands."—Publishers Weekly "The sweetest, truest, purest depiction of childhood love"—Matthew C. Winner of The Children's Book Podcast "This flawless book is both a story of love but also the existence of adult dismissal and judgement of this kind of early love that sends young children deep into the closet without allowing them to freely be their true selves from childhood where their impulse to love who they love has yet to be formed by societies influences."—Jesica Sweedler DeHart, The Wandering Bookseller ”I have been waiting for a book like this and I worried I would never see one published.” —Alec Chunn, The Stories Guy ”In recent years here in the States, we’ve seen a small number of picture books with queer themes, but more often than not, it’s a picture book about parents who are gay. This sensitive and affirming story, like a beating heart laid bare, actually addresses the intense, devoted feelings of a child protagonist—and with such simplicity and eloquence. (At one point, Raphael marvels at how his mother doesn’t notice how he possesses a ‘secret hideout’ in Jerome’s warm smile.) Illustrator Tallec puts his palette to work to intensify the book’s emotional arc—from warm, effusive reds of the book’s beginning to darker hues when Raphael’s parents dismiss his feelings.” —Julie Danielson, Kirkus Reviews "The book describes feelings children may not be able to express, including the hurtfulness of homophobia, and one child’s courage to be honest with his own feelings and loyal to a deserving friend. Colors and metaphors add meaning to an already extraordinary tale." —Susie Wilde, The News & Observer

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Book SynopsisIn this, Jenni Desmond’s third nonfiction children’s book about one of the large, endangered animals of Earth, we join a young boy as he learns about The Elephant. From Africa to Asia, the elephant makes its home. Light on their feet, despite their great weight, these magnificent creatures appear light and graceful because they’re always walking on their tip-toes. They have excellent hearing and can detect the rumblings of other elephants from six miles away. And, just like humans being right handed or left handed, elephants can be right tusked or left tusked! The recipient of the 2016 New York Times Best Illustrated award for her book The Polar Bear, Desmond creates illustrations that are scientifically accurate, strikingly detailed, and beautifully rendered in collage, paint, and colored pencil.Trade ReviewA 2018 EUREKA! Honor Award Winner A Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2018 A The Children’s Book Review Best Non-Fiction Picture Book of 2018 A Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Gift Guide Selection of 2018 A CBC "Hot Off The Press" Selection of October 2018 A Capitol Choices Book of 2019 Selected for the 2019 Cooperative Children’s Book Center (CCBC) Choices List ★ "Desmond's illustrations are show-stoppers ... A memorable introduction to a living wonder." —Booklist ★ "There are quite a few children's books about these magnificent, endangered mammals, and this one is among the best. The accessible text is supplemented by art that drives home such points as the differences between Asian and African elephants and the way an elephant foot's anatomy resembles a woman's (dark-skinned) leg in high heels. Perhaps the best example is the illustration highlighting the amazing reality of an older male bull's 100-pound, 8-foot-long tusk: The book's protagonist and a friend stretch out, foot-to-foot, along the tusk of a benign-appearing elephant, as the text states that the tusk is "the same length as two seven-year-old children toe to toe." And what fun seeing the boy atop the formidable pyramid of fruit that represents a bull elephant's diet of 700 pounds of plant matter a day! The protagonist is dark-skinned, as is his friend, and the appearance of only one white human face is refreshing, as is the matter-of-fact, nonpreachy tone used when discussing saving elephants from extinction. The text covers elephant territory, anatomy, behaviors, and more, ending with comparisons between sleep for elephants and sleep for humans—a perfect ending for a well-executed book. A must-have for anyone who loves elephants."—STARRED REVIEW, Kirkus Reviews ★ "An affectionate and informative celebration of two magnificent species."—STARRED REVIEW, Publishers Weekly ★ "The mixed-media illustrations are both informative and beautifully executed, with varied motifs and an overall design that imparts complicated facts through clear and clean layouts. An introductory note describing modern threats to elephants sets the stage for learning to begin." —STARRED REVIEW, Betty Carter, The Horn Book “A powerful and thoughtful story, [The Elephant] will undoubtedly prove to be an enlightening read. [Jenni Desmond] does it again! Her delicate, highly detailed illustrations are coupled with incredulous facts about these gracious animals.” —Sarah Yewman, Picture Books Blogger "Everything you could ever hope to know about elephants pours forth between playful illustrations of both discovery and facts." —Jessica Sweedler DeHart, The Wandering Bookseller "Throughout 'The Elephant', Desmond creates illustrations that are scientifically accurate, strikingly detailed, and beautifully rendered in collage, paint, and colored pencil. The result is an informative and entertaining picture book that is unreservedly recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library collections for children ages 4 to 8." —The Midwest Book Review ”Not only is (The Elephant) impressively well researched and informative, but it manages to paint a breathtakingly compassionate portrait of the lives led by these highly intelligent and magnificent giants of the land, both with engaging storytelling and glorious illustrations…” —Picture This Book "...a superb work of narrative nonfiction." —Margie Myers-Culver, Librarian's Quest "The collage, paint, and colored pencil artwork is stunning, rendering detailed, realistic elephants on every page, while keeping readers aware that this is a child’s journey; the boy shows up, cartoon-like, in spreads, sporting a red crown and, sometimes, a friend. [...] This superb volume is a wonderful way to connect reading, imagination, and nonfiction—nonfiction is great for dreamers, too, after all!" —Rosemary Kiladitis, Mom Read It ”Accessible and beautifully-phrased paragraphs are packed with fascinating details about this mighty and graceful animal… As in the other books in the series, a red-crowned child helps to showcase the elephant’s unique qualities, while also providing a touch of whimsy to the otherwise remarkably realistic art. […] But the heart of this book lies in its poignant exploration of the elephant’s social and emotional intelligence.” — Melissa LaSalle, What to Read to Your Kids

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Book SynopsisFrom award-winning Mexican author Ricardo Chávez Castañeda and the visionary Mexican designer Alejandro Magallanes comes a horror story and ghost story that is both daringly and beautifully told in word and image.There are stories so terrible that we tremble to hear even a whisper of them. Even more terrible, some of them are true.This is one such story, a story of our deepest inhumanity—one that confronts the history of violence against children, and through its young narrator attempts to find a way out. A horror story and ghost story told as much through art as through text, The Book of Denial is an antidote to our collective silence. By uplifting storytelling as a means of understanding the past and shaping the future, it is also—improbably—a beacon of hope.Written by genre-defying Mexican author Ricardo Chávez Castañeda, The Book of Denial 

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Book SynopsisThis tale of passion, persistence, and hubris reminds us that what seems foolish in hindsight may have been born of boldness and bravery.A Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Book of 2023!The tailor Pierre has a big dream: He wants to fly. To make this outlandish vision a reality, he decides to sew a garment that is up to the task: his very own, resplendent bird coat. But can a human really become a bird with anything but disastrous results? This is a fantastical story of the imagined selves that we dream into being, and the hubris that can come hand-in-hand with these imaginings. Illustrated in the distinctive hand of award-winning Norwegian illustrator Øyvind Torseter, this tale was inspired by the true story of Franz Reichelt, dubbed "the flying tailor," who in 1912 jumped from the Eiffel Tower in an attempt at flight.Trade ReviewA Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Book of 2023!★ “What are the stories we tell children? … This Norwegian import is an odd tale but an atmospheric one. And for that niche group of readers who check out Edward Gorey books for their sense of foreboding and dry-as-the-desert wit, this will be a welcome addition. Part caricature, part Tomi Ungerer, the illustrations are refreshingly different from most picture books today. It’s a strange story, but strange things can be good… Offbeat but excellent—sure to stay with readers and provoke conversation.” —Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW“A book about death for young children, without the usual solemnity of the topic… Cartoonlike illustrations bring lightness to this story of death, life, and dreams, and of the grief beyond which life must go on. Based on an actual 1912 incident, this is a work about death, but without pathos or pity. In an afterword, the author explains her desire to write about this difficult topic for children (and adults) without darkness, but to show that it is part of life. Recommended for use when teaching or explaining death to young children. For its very unique take on the subject of death and carrying on despite it, this is a beautiful addition to the shelves on grief and coping with loss.” —School Library Journal"Inspired by the real-life figure of Franz Reichelt (1878–1912), Kjølstadmyr’s story is dismaying, provocative—and moving. Torseter riffs on the reportorial narrative with fluidly inked sketches that portray Pierre as humanoid with the tusks and spindly trunk of an elephant. But beyond the telling, the creators leave only more unanswered questions: Where is the line between a dream and reality? When does one become complicit in another’s folly? How inscrutable is the human heart?" —Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisA beautiful, candid picture book for children to understand what happens when a loved one begins suffering from dementia, and how best to care for them.A 2022 Mildred L. Batchelder Honor Book A Finalist for the 2022 Kirkus Prize in Young Readers’ LiteratureA USBBY Outstanding International Book of 2022A Bank Street College of Education Best Book of 2022A 2021 Penn Graduate School of Education Best Book for Young ReadersGerontological Society of America Book Award for Best Children’s Literature on Aging of 2022, Honorable MentionStump loves being with his grandparents. His days with them are filled with flowers, jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles, and so much love! But one day, Stump's grandfather starts to be forgetful, losing his words, which the illustrations how as falling away from him. Stump tries his best to keep his grandfather’s lost words safe, by collecting them in a special box. But Grandpa seems to forget more and more every day, and before long, Stump and Grandma realize that they must find new ways to connect with Grandpa, to maintain their bond of love and show him that he's not alone.This poignant, tender picture book depicts the warmth of the relationship between grandchild and grandparents, as well as the struggle of coping with a loved one's dementia with honesty and sensitivity. Following the story, there is an afterword to the adult reader about dementia and recollection, written by the head of the Danish Center for Reminiscence, which provides some practical tips, such as those depicted in the story (familiar smells, sharing items from the past), for establishing a meaningful way of being together when caring for a relative with dementia.Trade ReviewA 2022 Mildred L. Batchelder Honor BookA Finalist for the 2022 Kirkus Prize in Young Readers’ LiteratureA USBBY Outstanding International Book of 2022A Bank Street College of Education Best Book of 2022A 2021 Penn Graduate School of Education Best Book for Young ReadersA 2022 Gerontological Society of America Book Award for Best Children’s Literature on Aging, Honorable Mention“A gentle, sensitively crafted story of intergenerational relationships, the text is an honest, affirming portrayal of love, dementia, depression, frustration, and hope. Lush illustrations support the poetic, poignant, and powerful text’s messages.” —American Library Association“Love endures, even as memories are lost, in this inspiring, compassionate, and necessary story.” —Dr. Marie A. Lejeune, 2022 Batchelder Chair“A child observes as Grandpa loses first words, then abilities and memories. Birkjær’s matter-of-fact text, translated from Danish, and Kjærgaard’s graceful, impressionistic illustrations are both sophisticated and child-friendly. Gentle yet forthright, this stirring, evocative picture book makes a topic that even adults find difficult accessible for a young audience.” —Kirkus editors, in the announcement for the finalists for the Kirkus Prize for Young Readers★ “A special relationship between grandfather and the grandchild he calls Stump changes as Grandpa slides into dementia. The story gently and positively documents a very common Alzheimer's progression—from loss of words to loss of competence in many areas. Told in present tense, it moves from a time when Stump’s grandfather knew the Latin names of all the plants he cared for to a time when he could no longer do jigsaw puzzles or set the table and had lost interest in nearly everything. It’s the child who first notices changes… The lengthy, relatively simple text, smoothly translated from the Danish by Køngerskov, rests atop cream-colored pages opposite full-bleed illustrations. Gouache pastels depict the cozy interior of the grandparents’ house, the lush flowers of the sunroom, and the cold gray of the snowy night of searching. Colorful at the beginning, the palette shrinks to grays as Grandpa’s depression and dementia set in; color returns with the positive ending. Child-centered, accurate, and engagingly told.” —Kirkus, STARRED REVIEW“This Danish import tells a tenderly crafted (and seamlessly translated) story about dementia as if affects an intergenerational relationship… Kjærgaard depicts Grandpa’s sunroom as filled with oversized, eye-catching flowers, infused with primarily rose, salmon, and cornflower tones. (The world-building she does here is impressive; it’s a home we want to step into and characters we come to care about.) As Grandpa forgets his words, he forgets his flowers too — and they begin to droop. Here, Kjærgaard also uses color effectively, a cool blue taking over several spreads as Grandpa’s memory worsens.” —Julie Danielson, Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast"The first-person account is clear and unadorned. This down-to-earth narration, combined with the dreamy quality of Kjaergaard’s paintings, successfully conveys the poignancy of Grandpa’s progressing dementia and Stump’s deep love for him. The artist uses soft edges, layers of watercolor, and a gentle pastel palette, which flattens to shades of gray and blue as winter arrives and Grandpa’s memory fails. The final spread, in which he happily holds his rabbit, revives some of the bright colors and flowers from the opening pages, as Stump’s gift restores, for at least a moment, some of Grandpa’s former self. A detailed, thoughtful afterword about dementia and memory loss adds a useful layer to this emotional story." —The Horn Book“Translated from Danish and told from the perspective of a grandson named Stump, the narrative begins as a warm family story about cozy visits working crossword and jigsaw puzzles together. The cover illustration featuring giant flower blooms highlight[s] the importance of the flowers to the family, and immediately demonstrates the loving relationship of the grandfather and grandchild. When Grandpa starts to forget small things, … the illustrations depict the child collecting actual words, such as rose, coffee, tulip, and rabbit, into a box. Stump recognizes that something is happening to Grandpa before either grandparent acknowledges a problem, and he tries to remind Grandpa of their connection. A crisis forces Grandma to confront the situation, and she becomes able to respond with love and compassion. Heartbreakingly beautiful and sad, this evocative mix of realism and fantasy uses images and words to speak to the consciousness of a child. An explanatory note provides helpful insight for families about using objects and long-term memories to connect to a loved one with dementia.“ —Booklist“In a moving portrayal of late-life dementia, a young girl describes her grandfather’s growing disorientation and the effect on his wife in Coffee, Rabbit, Snowdrop, Lost, a tender picture book for children ages 5-9 written by Betina Birkjaer. In Anna Margrethe Kjaergaard’s soft watercolors, we see beautiful scenes from a close intergenerational relationship. The girl loves to watch her grandfather tending his plants (he knows all their botanical names in Latin), and at breakfast she does the crossword with both grandparents. One day, when the crossword clue is ‘a four-letter word for a fragrant flower with thorns,’ the grandfather can’t find the word ‘rose.’ … ‘Autumn arrives,’ the girl tells us, ‘and as the trees lose more and more of their leaves, Grandpa loses more and more of his words.’ There is an unusually truthful quality to this beautiful book, which doesn’t shy from showing the painful realities of memory loss but which also points the way to a new, consolatory kind of family love. Translated from the Danish by Sinéad Quirke Køngerskov, Coffee, Rabbit, Snowdrop, Lost recently won a Mildred L. Batchelder Honor as an outstanding children’s book originally published in a foreign language and country.” —Wall Street Journal

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Book SynopsisA lively, loving child is taught a thing or two about boundaries by his very own special, most particular cat in this picture book illustrated by the legendary three-time NYT Best Illustrated recipient Remy Charlip.A Moonbow Best Children's Book of 2023! Selected for A Room of One's Own's 2023 Holiday Catalog!This is a story about a boy and his very own special, particular, private, and personal cat—a cat he orders around, puts on his lap, and even dresses up and tucks into bed! But the cat has other plans, and its very own special, particular, private, and personal inner life. After all, everyone knows that you can't ever really own a cat... The story's climax, warm and friendly, yet firm, is all about how to claim the space we each need for ourselves. Many children and adults have undoubtedly felt just as this cat does!Designed and illustrated by the prolific and visionary Remy Charlip, this picture book is about boundaries and independence, identity and belonging, friendship and respect—all told through a playful and witty rhyming text from Sandol Stoddard Warburg.Trade ReviewSelected for A Room of One’s Own’s 2023 Holiday Catalog!“A playful, singsongy, almost stream-of-consciousness-like text and bold, minimalist illustrations in a limited palette tell the story of a boy who tries to impose his will on his cat—but the cat has other ideas… This is a very effective communication of the concepts of boundaries, identity, and autonomy, presented in a child-friendly way.” —The Horn BookA Moonbow Best Children's Book of 2023! "Originally published in 1963 and beautifully reissued this year by Enchanted Lion Books, this picture book is about boundaries and respect. When a boy tries to control his cat, he finds out that his cat has its own particular, private, and personal feelings. It’s a funny, delightful story about loving someone for who they are, not who you want them to be. But the best thing about this book is the design and illustrations by one of the very best in children’s book history: Remy Charlip." —Taylor Sterling, Moonbow“I’m not sure if this is a story or a poem, but I absolutely love it! This is about personal space and boundaries, but it’s also about the uniqueness of being you (and of being me!) and how wonderful it is to share that with a friend (especially when that friend is a cat!).“ —Flyleaf Books (Chapel Hill, NC)“Oh, what a delicious and hilarious read to share! … This book originally published in 1963 is a delight, and I had great fun reading it aloud… The limited color palette and layout compliment the words as they roll off your tongue. It’s such fun and perfect for cat lovers but also those in need of learning to set boundaries.“ —Shelf Editions (Lincoln, UK)“Remy Charlip is one of the great creative minds of his time, so I was thrilled to discover this book about a boy, his cat, friendship, boundaries, inner lives of sentient beings, and so much more… This book is full of wordplay, witty illustrations with a mid-century aesthetic, and not-heavy-handed messages about independence, which makes it a very fun read-aloud.“ —KidsBookRecs

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Book SynopsisA young boy goes on a journey to meet the Sun and discovers his inner light, in this wondrous picture book debut from the NYT-Bestselling graphic novelist of Not Funny Ha-Ha.A Marginalian Favorite Book of 2023!“A boy befriends the sun in a story that will fill readers with the deep warmth emanating from its two lead characters. I wasn’t prepared for this book and the affecting warmth of its wisdom.” —Cartoonist and illustrator R. Kikuo Johnson"A beautiful exploration of the inner light in all of us." —Cartoonist and animator Dash ShawHis mother says it's too far away. His dad says it's too hot. And his brother says he has more important things to do. But none of this discourages a young boy from pursuing his plan: to fly up into the sky to touch the Sun, whose light always feels so nice on his skin. And so, off he goes, all by himself.Warm and kindly, the Sun shows the boy the world from her perspective: her friends the clouds, the beaches upon which she shines down, the trees she's grown, the rainbows she creates. In return, the boy shares with her some of his dreams, fears, hopes, and uncertainties—complexities of the human condition that the Sun, as a cosmic force of constant light, has never experienced. In this way, the boy begins to understand something about the pattern of light and shadow that makes up every human life. And when it's time to part ways, the boy returns home to his family changed, with an inner light that reminds him that the cosmic force of the sun is in him, too, always, though darkness falls, though he sleeps and dreams, though doubts and fears and gloominess come, too. Trade ReviewA Marginalian Favorite Book of 2023! “A tender parable about how to find and bear your inner light... Carrying the story is the quiet conversation between the black-and-white simplicity of Hayes’s pencil and the incandescent richness of her crayons, emanating the candor of a child’s drawing and the refined subtlety of an artist’s lens on the world — a world of contrasts in the act of being made on the page, like a young life still unwritten, yet to be colored in with living.” —Maria Popova, The Marginalian (formerly Brain Pickings)"Hayes tells a tender, surreal story about a young child in awe of the sun’s warmth... The boy’s peculiar charcoal-gray world is brightened by the deliberate use of color, particularly the vibrant yellow of the sun. Hayes’s understated and unfussy text provides a sense of reassurance that, though darkness and insecurity may appear in our lives, the light within us never truly disappears." —The Horn Book"In graphic novelist Hayes’ picture-book debut, a boy gains cosmic knowledge... Sun explains that her light “comes from within”—and that he has an inner light, too. Her touch and the warmth the boy feels lead to an epiphany—“like a little sun inside”—which Hayes depicts as an orange-yellow circle over his heart. It undulates outward in sun-hued rays, powering him back to his loving family. Spare gray line drawings use detail selectively: Hatching textures clouds and earth, and rendering delineates facial features. Humans’ skin is the white of the page, like nearly everything in the surrounding space. Crayonlike color is generally reserved for Sun and her selected achievements: plant life, the sunlit sea, a woven rug in sunset colors. Economically told and illustrated yet pulsing with the sun’s life-giving energy." —Kirkus Reviews"This book is a warm hug. I think about this story and smile endlessly." —Kevin, Books Are Magic

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Book SynopsisFrom award-winning author Matthew Burgess and debut illustrator Sirin Thada, a picture book biography of music icon Prince, from childhood to superstardom, that crackles with electricity and soul Prince is remembered as one of the greatest musicians and performers of all time. But before he achieved global superstardom, he was a child growing up in Minneapolis, with a universe of music inside him. From his first forays into writing songs with his school friends to his unprecedented three-album record deal at 19, and his surprise hit film Purple Rain to performing at the Super Bowl, Prince was never afraid to blaze his own trail?creating something entirely new, entirely free, and entirely PRINCEthat would shape music and culture and resonate with audiences for generations to come.

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Book SynopsisScratchJr is a free, introductory computer programming language that runs on iPads, Android tablets, Amazon tablets, and Chromebooks. Inspired by Scratch, the wildly popular programming language used by millions of children worldwide, ScratchJr helps even younger kids create their own playful animations, interactive stories, and dynamic games. The Official ScratchJr Book is the perfect companion to this free app and makes coding easy and fun for all. Kids learn to program by connecting blocks of code to make characters move, jump, dance, and sing. Each chapter includes several activities that build on one another, culminating in a fun final project. These hands-on activities help kids develop computational-thinking, problem-solving, and design skills. In each activity, you ll find: Step-by-step, easy-to-follow directions Ways to connect the activity with literacy and math concepts Tips for grown-ups and teachers Creative challenges to take the learning further By the end of the boTable of ContentsPrefaceAn Introduction to ScratchJrChapter 1: Getting StartedChapter 2: AnimationsChapter 3: StoriesChapter 4: GamesAfterwordAppendix A: Transitioning from ScratchJr to ScratchAppendix B: Reference GuidesIndex

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Book SynopsisWhy do the lights in a house turn on when you flip a switch? How does a remote-controlled car move? And what makes lights on TVs and microwaves blink? The technology around you may seem like magic, but most of it wouldn t run without electricity. Electronics for Kids demystifies electricity with a collection of awesome hands-on projects. In Part 1, you ll learn how current, voltage, and circuits work by making a battery out of a lemon, turning a metal bolt into an electromagnet, and transforming a paper cup and some magnets into a spinning motor. In Part 2, you ll make even more cool stuff as you: Solder a blinking LED circuit with resistors, capacitors, and relays Turn a circuit into a touch sensor using your finger as a resistor Build an alarm clock triggered by the sunrise Create a musical instrument that makes sci-fi soundsThen, in Part 3, you ll learn about digital electronics things like logic gates and memory circuits as you make a secret code checker and an electronic coinTable of ContentsPART 1: Playing with ElectricityChapter 1: What Is Electricity?Chapter 2: Making Things Move with Electricity and MagnetsChapter 3: How to Generate ElectricityPART 2: Building CircuitsChapter 4: Creating Light with LEDsChapter 5: Blinking a Light for the First TimeChapter 6: Let's Solder!Chapter 7: Controlling Things with CircuitsChapter 8: Building a Musical InstrumentPART 3: Digital ElectronicsChapter 9: How Circuits Understand Ones and ZerosChapter 10: Circuits That Make ChoicesChapter 11: Circuits That Remember InformationChapter 12: Let's Make a Game!Appendix: Handy Resources

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Book SynopsisThis Christmas, LEGO is moving from under the tree to on the tree! With The LEGO Christmas Ornaments Book as your guide, you ll make classic globe and barrel ornaments, all out of LEGO, as well as original gingerbread houses, a charming wreath, arcade cabinets, and many more. Packed with step-by-step instructions for 15 charming builds, The LEGO Christmas Ornaments Book is the perfect family activity this holiday season.Trade Review"Chris has a real flair for making amazing tiny versions of awesome things, and these 15 creations can teach builders of all skill levels a thing or two."—KotakuTable of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1: PoinsettiaChapter 2: SnowflakeChapter 3: WreathChapter 4: PresentChapter 5: Christmas TreeChapter 6: Gingerbread HouseChapter 7: BarrelChapter 8: BallChapter 9: BowChapter 10: FrillChapter 11: LanternChapter 12: ArcadeChapter 13: ComputerChapter 14: CameraChapter 15: Burger

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Book SynopsisWith all the best elements of Kid Presidents--colourful illustrations, kid-relatable subjects, true tales of overcoming adversity. -Kid Athletes tells true tales from the childhoods of a wide range of athletes. Did you know...Babe Ruth was so incorrigible he was sent to reform school at the age of seven. Historians now think the Babe may have suffered from attention deficit disorder, which contributed to his wild, hyperactive nature--and may have helped him develop his almost supernatural ability to hit a baseball. Mia Hamm was born with a club foot. She underwent multiple surgeries, had to wear special casts and corrective shoes until she was a toddler. She overcame her disability to become the most prolific goal scorer in the history of soccer. Muhammad Ali (aka Cassius Clay) learned how to fight after a thief stole his bicycle when he was twelve. When little Cassius vowed to whup the kid who'd swiped his wheels, a kindly police officer offered to give him boxing lessons. And a heavyweight legend was born. The lineup of potential subjects is exciting and diverse: female athletes like the Williams sisters, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, and Babe Didrikson Zaharias; African-American legends like Jackie Robinson and Michael Jordan; international stars like Yao Ming and Cristiano Ronaldo; and Native American icons like Jim Thorpe. With Doogie Horner's whimsical illustrations bringing every goal, touchdown, and championship to life, this book is a slam dunk for young readers.Trade ReviewA Wirecutter from the New York Times Best Gift for 7-Year-Olds“Outstanding. . . . Inspiring and entertaining, Kid Athletes isn't just for sports fans.”—Booklist, starred review “Are you a big sports fan? If you are, then you’ll love this book. . . . Kid Athletes is a very informative book, but it also teaches you that anyone (no matter who you are) can go through hardships.”—Eric and Jasmine, Kidsday reporters, Newsday“Perfect for the adolescent set, these inspiring stories mix fun and non-fiction.”—Geeks of Doom Praise for the Kid Legends series:“Just like history class, only hilarious.”—Tim Federle, author of Better Nate Than Ever, on Kid Presidents “A heartening reminder that 17 unconventional greats—not to mention all the rest—started out as children too.”—Kirkus Reviews, on Kid Artists“With cartoonish illustrations that will attract fans of Jeff Kinney’s The Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Rachel Renée Russell’s The Dork Diaries, this informative offering leaves no presidential childhood rock unturned.”—School Library Journal, on Kid Presidents“Impressively diverse.”—Booklist, on Kid Artists “Filled with cute illustrations. . . [and] mini-biographies that are interesting, funny, and, most importantly, relevant to kids today.”—Geek Dad, on Kid Scientists“I can think of no better way to convey to children that their heroes were once just like them.”—Fredericksburg Free-Lance Star, on Kid Scientists“Memorably weird childhood moments. . . are likely to stick with readers, as will Horner’s impish cartoons.”—Publishers Weekly, on Kid Artists “A funny and inspiring book for children and adults.”—New York Journal of Books, on Kid Scientists

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Book SynopsisWhile the history of Mexico dates back thousands of years, the story of Mexico City, the country’s capital, only dates to pre-Columbian times, with the founding of Tenochtitlan by the Mexica people in 1325. Tenochtitlan quickly became the most powerful city-state in the region, with a population of about two hundred thousand at its peak, and was known for its architectural and engineering feats.Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés arrived in 1521 and began a brutal campaign of colonial conquest. The city fell to Spanish rule, and much of it was destroyed alongside rich indigenous heritage. Cortés rebuilt the city, renaming it and making it the capital of New Spain. Under Spanish rule, Mexico City became one of the wealthiest and most important cities in the Americas and was a center of trade, culture, and political power. Many of its iconic buildings were constructed during this time, including the Cathedral of Mexico City and the National Palace. During the Mexican War of Independence, the city was captured in 1810 by rebel forces under Miguel Hidalgo but soon recaptured by the Spanish. After years of fighting, Mexico finally gained independence from Spain in 1821, and Mexico City became the capital of the new republic. In the decades that followed the city underwent rapid growth and modernization, with new neighborhoods, parks, and public buildings constructed.Mexico City, a playfully illustrated history of the city since 1521, highlights the complex cultural and economic forces and conflicts that shaped this international metropolis, which today is home to more than 20 million people, as well as visitors and expats from around the world.

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Book SynopsisEvery moment matters. Each of us has an invisible bucket. When our bucket is full, we feel great. When it’s empty, we feel awful. Yet most children (and many adults) don’t realize the importance of having a full bucket throughout the day. In How Full Is Your Bucket? For Kids, Felix begins to see how every interaction in a day either fills or empties his bucket. Felix then realizes that everything he says or does to other people fills or empties their buckets as well. Follow along with Felix as he learns how easy it can be to fill the buckets of his classmates, teachers and family members. Before the day is over, you’ll see how Felix learns to be a great bucket filler, and in the process, discovers that filling someone else’s bucket also fills his own.

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Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE GRATEFUL AMERICAN BOOK PRIZE! FINALIST FOR THE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA BOOK AWARD! Mattie and the Machine is a fictionalized yet historically accurate account of Margaret E. Knight’s fight to obtain recognition as a 19th century female inventor (she would eventually be inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2006). This entertaining tale is filled with romance, competition, and treachery, and features a feisty and brilliant female heroine who excels in STEM-related tasks. In 1868 New England, fifteen-year-old Mattie is a mechanic in Columbia Paper’s all-female bag division. With paper bag sales booming after the Civil War, her boss expands the division by hiring men from his old Army regiment, including the mechanic Frank. Sparks instantly fly between Mattie and Frank, and their budding romance has her walking on air—until she discovers Frank’s pay is higher than hers. In fact, all the men receive thirty percent more than their female counterparts. The boss’s rationale? Men are inherently better with machines. Determined to prove him wrong, Mattie proposes a bet: If she can build a machine that fully automates their paper-bag-making process, the women will receive equal pay. If she fails, she’ll resign as mechanic. The boss accepts, with one condition: Frank will also build a machine, and Mattie’s must beat his. Mattie’s determination as she struggles with the technical challenges she encounters while taking her invention from initial concept to working prototype—in addition to the overwhelming prejudice she faces in the workplace and, eventually, the courtroom—makes her story an inspiring feminist narrative. Mattie and the Machine also includes an appendix with Margaret E. Knight’s actual patent application and drawings for her Bag Machine.Trade Review“[An] empowering, well-paced STEM narrative . . . By populating the cast with resourceful women, such as Mattie’s roommate Eliza and her coworker Ida, a widowed mother of two, Quezon examines historical societal working conditions and expectations through a nuanced, feminist lens.”—Publishers Weekly “[A] gracefully written work that covers historical views of gender roles in the workplace and family. Mattie’s relationships are well developed, the writing overall is smooth and engaging, and the historical setting very well drawn. An appendix shows the actual patent text and drawings for Knight’s machine. An intriguing story about a little-known woman.”—Kirkus Reviews “Mattie is a marvel! Her cleverness and quick thought entertain and enlighten in this 19th century world of invention and intrigue. Lynn Ng Quezon's historical novel feels authentic and accurate to the time as Mattie holds her own against men less brilliant than she. A must read for STEM students and history buffs alike!”—Julie Chibbaro, award-winning author of Into the Dangerous World, Deadly, and Redemption “Mattie and the Machine is a surprisingly twisty tale, full of betrayal, romance, grit, friendships, machinery, and a protagonist you can't help rooting for! With women still largely underrepresented in STEM fields, Mattie's story of perseverance remains as inspiring and relevant today as Margaret E. Knight’s was 150 years ago.”—Marissa Meyer, New York Times bestselling author of the Lunar Chronicles“Mattie (Margaret) Knight stands out not only for her height (she is six feet tall at age 15) but for her uncanny ability to fix anything mechanical. . . . This book is based on the true story of Margaret Knight and her struggles to apply for and receive patents for her inventions. Mattie’s inner dialogue and conversations with friends seem in-character for the time . . . . The misogyny of the time is portrayed realistically.”—School Library Connection “The story of Margaret (Mattie) Knight is an inspirational tale of the trials and tribulation of the invention process, told through the eyes of a woman trail-blazer in the 19th century who must overcome overt discrimination, assumptions of her ability based on her appearance, theft, and betrayal, while on her path to success. Mattie and the Machine is refreshing in its realism: scientific innovation is indeed filled with trials, tribulation, doubt, competition, failures, and setbacks. Yet, the story is one of optimism in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles—for Mattie, the pathway to success is one of self-advocacy, and standing up for what is right in the face of one’s enemy, driven by an unwavering belief in one’s purpose. What a positive message for tomorrow’s innovator!”—Angela D. Lueking, Ph.D., Vice Chancellor Research & Dean of the Graduate School, Montana Technological University “What a delightful book about a little-known, but inspirational woman who persisted in the face of prejudice. This is a story which reminds us that truth matters.”—Cliff McCarthy, archivist, Springfield Museums “Quezon writes well and does a good job of evoking the post-Civil War era.”—New York Journal of Books“A wonderfully written novel that is hard to put down to the very end!”—Skipping Stones “A perfect subject for a middle-grade novel that should inspire young women—and young men—to tackle mechanical design and other STEM subjects. An engineer herself, Lynn Ng Quezon makes Mattie both admirable and appealing and the workings of machinery positively delightful.”—Historical Novel Society

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Book Synopsis Curiosity kindles this cat. Teddy is a cub who is destined to be a tiger king! His thrilling journey celebrates the new year.Born into royalty, the young prince Teddy is warned by the King and Queen to steer clear of humans who are intruding into their wild domain. However, curiosity compels this cat to befriend the girl Su. But each camp doesn?t want to cross the other?s tracks. Despite his parents'' warnings, can Teddy prove the jungle is big enough for both man and beast?2022 is the Year of the Tiger! Illustrating expressive characters and vibrant action, artist Justin Roth creates an inviting new world for readers to explore. Tales from the Chinese Zodiac is a popular annual children?s book series showcasing the twelve charming animals that embody the Chinese New Year. Teddy?s roaring run to find his true talents will delight children and adults alike. Kids love identifying with how each animal embarks on a unique quest to discover his or her own character: Bright and dynamic illustrations will appeal to parents, those interested in Asian culture, and, of course, cat lovers. Teachers appreciate how Tales from the Chinese Zodiac is the only English series on each of the animals of the Chinese lunar calendar. Librarians like how it one of the longest-running children''s book series featuring Asian American themes. Now readers everywhere can enjoy these entertaining and original tales."Oliver Chin has continued his entertaining stories of the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac with another story that teaches both Eastern and Western values to children. Courage, friendship, and personal growth are all displayed in this story of a young tiger learning his place in the jungle and among humans." - Warren W. Wright, Chinese American International School 2022 is the Year of the Tiger!Teddy is a future tiger king, whose journey celebrates the new year. Thisedition features a bilingual Chinese translation.Born into royalty, the young prince Teddy is warned by the King and Queen tosteer clear of humans who are intruding into their wild domain. However,curiosity compels this cat to befriend the girl Su. But each camp doesn?t wantto cross the other?s tracks. Despite his parents'' warnings, can Teddyprove the jungle is big enough for both man and beast?2022 is the Year of the Tiger! Illustrating expressive characters and vibrantaction, artist Justin Roth creates an inviting new world for readers to explore.Tales from the Chinese Zodiacis apopular annual children?s book series showcasing the twelve charming animalsthat embody the Chinese New Year.Teddy?s roaring run to find his true talents will delightchildren and adults alike. Kids love identifying with how each animal embarkson a unique quest to discover his or her own character: Bright and dynamicillustrations will appeal to parents, those interested in Asian culture, and,of course, cat lovers.Teachers appreciate howTales from theChinese Zodiacis the only English series on each of the animals ofthe Chinese lunar calendar. Librarians like how it one of the longest-runningchildren''s book series featuring Asian American themes. Now readers everywherecan enjoy these entertaining and original tales."Oliver Chin has continued his entertaining stories of the twelve animalsof the Chinese zodiac with another story that teaches both Eastern and Westernvalues to children. Courage, friendship, and personal growth are all displayedin this story of a young tiger learning his place in the jungle and amonghumans."- Warren W. Wright, Chinese American International School

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Book SynopsisMade for young readers, six and up, this book features portraits that celebrate the diverse beauty of human skin. By depicting people from all over the world against a background that matches their skin tone, Angélica Dass shows us how wonderfully colorful humans really are, questioning the concept of race and the limited categories we use to describe each other. These ideas are simply too small for a world that contains so many beautiful colors and people. The book asks us to consider how we see ourselves and others, through both similarities and differences. Kids also discover how to mix their own skin color with paint. Through a playful and dynamic layout, The Colours We Share encourages looking, questioning, and thinking bigger—inviting us think about race, and our common humanity, in a new way.Trade Review“An ode to the beauty of colorfulness and a poetic appeal against racism and all forms of identitarian divisiveness and discrimination.” —European Photography “A unique, impactful picture book…” —Booklist

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Book SynopsisWinner, Carter G. Woodson Book Award * Winner, New-York Historical Society Children’s Book Prize * Winner, Social Justice Literature Award * Honor Title, Jane Addams Children’s Book Award * Finalist, 2017 Cybils Awards * Nominee, Georgia Children’s Book Award * Nominee, Rebecca Caudill Young Readers'' Book Award * Nominee, South Carolina Junior Book Award * A Kirkus Best Book of the Year * An Association of Children''s Librarians of Northern California Outstanding TitleNow in paperback: The award-winning story of Fred Korematsu''s fight for justice, acclaimed by School Library Journal as "an invaluable profile of a civil rights hero."Fred Korematsu liked listening to music on the radio, playing tennis, and hanging around with his friends—just like lots of other Americans. But everything changed when the United States was attacked by Japan in 1941 and the government forced all people of Japanese ancestry to leave their homes on the West Coast and move to distant prison camps. This included Fred, whose parents had immigrated to the United States from Japan many years before. But Fred refused to go. He knew that what the government was doing was unfair. And when he got put in jail for resisting, he knew he couldn''t give up.The first book in Heyday''s Fighting for Justice series and now in paperback, the story of Fred Korematsu''s fight against discrimination explores the life of one courageous person who made the United States a fairer place for all Americans, and it encourages all of us to speak up for justice.

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Book SynopsisWith Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Unicorns, young sticker lovers can use the 75+ oversize, unicorn-themed stickers on 11 colorful scenes. With more than 75 stickers and 11 different colorful scenes, Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Unicorns is full of magical possibilities. The jumbo stickers—all 2 inches or larger—are easier for little fingers to handle, and the playful illustrations are sure to inspire big imaginations. What are the unicorns’ names? What are they doing in each scene? Who are those unicorn friends? With Jumbo Stickers, even the youngest children with the smallest fingers can have loads of fun while dreaming up fantastical unicorn stories. Each book in the Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands series from Walter Foster Jr. provides hours of fun, with oversize stickers made with tiny fingers in mind. Colorful illustrations inspire imaginative play and storytelling, while the large stickers allow for fine motor skill practice, making the Jumbo Sticker books perfect for creative young kids. Have even more Jumbo Sticker fun with: Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Human Body, Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Cute Stuff, Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Mermaids, and Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Winter Wonderland.

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Book SynopsisA picture book biography of Wangari Maathai, the first African woman and environmentalist to win the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004.

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Book SynopsisGood Night Vancouver features the English Bay, Lions Gate Bridge, Granville Island, Vancouver Aquarium, Lynn Canyon, Science World, Library Square, Stanley Park, Grouse Mountain Skyride, snowboarding, Gulf Islands, wildlife, and more. In the colorful pages of this board book, young readers are treated to a personal tour of one the most exciting cities in the world. Children will quickly recognize their favorite sights, attractions, and iconic landmarks. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.Many of North America’s most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for North America''s natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area’s attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place.

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Book SynopsisThis charming board book captures the essence of iconic Dublin. Young readers will quickly recognize this legendary city’s famous landmarks and attractions, including Phoenix Park, Dublin Zoo, Chester Beatty Library, National Museum of Ireland, Saint Patrick''s Cathedral, Dublin Castle, National Botanic Gardens, Science Gallery, Grafton Street, and more.

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Book SynopsisThe third jet-setting installment in the thrilling chapter book series SECRET AGENTS JACK AND MAX STALWART, by award-winning children's author Elizabeth Singer Hunt (SECRET AGENT JACK STALWART). Now Jack teams up with his older brother Max to solve an intriguing Irish mystery, using their special training as secret agents. Ireland's greatest national treasure, the sacred Book of Kells, vanishes from a library in Dublin. Clues point to the Mastermind being involved. Will Jack and Max be able to find the Book and uncover the Mastermind's identity before he strikes again?

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