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Alphabeti Serengeti
by J. D. KingExplore the African savanna with Zuzu the Zebra in Alphabeti Serengeti, a lively alphabet adventure! Join her animal friends, from Alfredo the Armadillo to Tilda the Tapir, at an alphabet-themed feast. This charming book combines vibrant illustrations and engaging rhymes to introduce letters and exotic animals. Children will adore characters like Gus the Gorilla, expanding their vocabulary with each letter. Delight in learning with fun names like Vincent the Vulture and Kristian the Kudu, and enjoy this playful journey through the ABCs!
Alt Kid Lit: What Children's Literature Might Be (Children's Literature Association Series)
by Kenneth B. Kidd and Derritt MasonContributions by Kristopher Alexander, Amanda K. Allen, Brianna Anderson, Catherine Burwell, Katharine Capshaw, Negin Dahya, Gabriel Duckels, Paige Gray, Gabrielle Atwood Halko, Natasha Hurley, Kenneth B. Kidd, Erica Law-Montes, Derritt Mason, Brandon Murakami, Tehmina Pirzada, Cristina Rhodes, Cristina Rivera, Jakob Rosendal, TreaAndrea M. Russworm, Vivek Shraya, Victoria Ford Smith, Joshua Whitehead, and Shuyin Yu How do we think about children’s and young adult literature? Children’s literature is often defined through audience, so what happens when children are drawn to and claim genres not built expressly “for” them? To what extent do canonical formations tend to overwrite or obscure less visible efforts to create and promote material for the young? These are the driving questions of Alt Kid Lit: What Children's Literature Might Be. Contributors to the volume offer theoretical meditations on the category of children’s and young adult literature as well as case studies of materials that complicate our understanding of such. Chapters attend to a diverse array of subjects including the “non-places” of children’s literature; child mediums; Black theater for children; children’s interpretive drawings; fanfiction; Latinx, Indigenous, and silkpunk speculative fiction; environmental zines; shōnen anime; Jim Henson's The Dark Crystal; South Asian television; and “emergency children’s literature.” The book also features interviews with two experimental writers about genre and alt-publishing and a roundtable conversation on video games and children’s digital engagements. Building on diverse approaches including queer theory and postcolonial studies, Alt Kid Lit shines light on materials, methodologies, and epistemologies that are sometimes underacknowledged in the field of children’s and young adult literature studies.
Always Do Your Best
by Eileen Leemputte-SmithHannah is a spirited young girl faced with an important decision. When confronted with bullying, she only hesitates a moment before making her choice. In an age where bullying runs rampant in schools, playgrounds, and online, it is vital that children learn from an early age to stand up for themselves and others. If we do not inspire courage and teach kids to voice that bullying is unacceptable, injustice persists, even into high school, a cesspool of judgement against individuality with devastating consequences. Always Do Your Best tells an inspiring tale of bravery and heroism in the face of cruelty.
Always Your Stepdad
by Stephanie StansbieA heartwarming picture book about the unique bond between a stepfather and his stepchild. I&’d missed your first steps and your wobbly walk, But you took my whole heart in your hand.The special relationship of stepdads and stepkids is celebrated in this gentle and loving tribute to blended families. Showing joy-filled scenes of family life and milestones, this book is ideal for every child of a loving stepfather. It's the perfect way to say: "If I had been there on your very first day, I could never have treasured you more."Also available: Always Your Stepmom
Always Your Stepmom
by Stephanie StansbieA heartwarming picture book about the unique bond between a stepmother and her stepchild. I&’ll always remember the day that we met.We were both so uncertain and shy.The special relationship of stepmoms and stepkids is celebrated in this gentle and loving tribute to blended families. Showing joy-filled scenes of family life and milestones, this book is ideal for every child of a loving stepmother. It's the perfect way to say: "If I had been there when you learned your first words, I could never have cherished you more."Also available: Always Your Stepdad
Amazing Abe: How Abraham Cahan's Newspaper Gave a Voice to Jewish Immigrants
by Norman H. FinkelsteinA loving tribute to a towering figure in Jewish American history from two award-winning creators.Two-time National Jewish Book Award winner Norman H. Finkelstein and Sydney Taylor Award winner Vesper Stamper have teamed up to tell the story of Abraham Cahan, the founder and longtime editor of the Yiddish language newspaper the Forverts (the Forward), which, in its heyday, was one of the largest newspapers in the United States. As the saying went: "What's a home without the Forverts?"From explaining voting rights to the importance of public health measures to everyday questions like how to play baseball, Cahan improved the lives of countless newly arrived Jewish immigrants who wanted to feel at home in a new, strange land. He also published celebrated writers such as Isaac Bashevis Singer and created the iconic advice column the Bintel Brief for homesick readers.Back matter includes a bibliography, a time line, more info on Cahan's life and the Yiddish language, and a note on the author's personal connection to the Forverts.
Amber Brown Is Not a Crayon: The Graphic Novel (Amber Brown)
by Paula DanzigerEven when her best friend is moving away, Amber Brown is always bold, bright, and colorful. #Amber Brown is out now on Apple TV+Amber Brown and Justin Daniels are best friends. They've known each other for practically forever, sit next to each other in class, help each other with homework, and always stick up for each other. Justin never says things like, "Amber Brown is not a crayon." Amber never says, "You're Justin Time." They're a great team—until disaster strikes. Justin has to move away, and now the best friends are fighting. Will they be able to work it out before it's too late?Along with the ups and downs of shared custody, the Amber Brown chapter books are beloved for tackling relatable dilemmas with thoughtfulness, humor, and plenty of puns.
America's Dreaming
by Bob McKinnonFrom New York Times bestselling author Bob McKinnon comes a story about seeking inspiration from our past to become our best selves in the future.Have you ever felt alone? Have you ever desperately wanted to fit in? America understands how you feel.America dreams of adventures, making new friends, and being strong. But America&’s first day at a new school turns out to be a nightmare.Fortunately, America&’s new teacher introduces the Welcome Wagon—a cart filled with books about real-life historical figures who also had trouble feeling accepted. When America falls asleep that night, Amelia Earhart, Sojourner Truth, Martin Luther King Jr., and Emma Lazarus jump off the pages to share their stories—inspiring America to return to school the next day and make their dreams come true.While we never see America, Bob McKinnon&’s lyrical writing and Thai My Phuong&’s unique, sweeping art helps readers see the world through America&’s eyes and encourages us all to be as kind as we are brave, because everyone always deserves to feel welcome.
Amil and the After
by Veera HiranandaniA hopeful and heartwarming story about finding joy after tragedy, Amil and the After is a companion to the beloved and award-winning Newbery Honor novel The Night Diary, by acclaimed author Veera HiranandaniAt the turn of the new year in 1948, Amil and his family are trying to make a home in India, now independent of British rule.Both Muslim and Hindu, twelve-year-old Amil is not sure what home means anymore. The memory of the long and difficult journey from their hometown in what is now Pakistan lives with him. And despite having an apartment in Bombay to live in and a school to attend, life in India feels uncertain.Nisha, his twin sister, suggests that Amil begin to tell his story through drawings meant for their mother, who died when they were just babies. Through Amil, readers witness the unwavering spirit of a young boy trying to make sense of a chaotic world, and find hope for himself and a newly reborn nation.
Amy's Wish for a Kiss
by Pippa ShearsAmy is love-struck! Amy is desperate for Bradley to notice her by impressing him. She has assistance from her best friend, Jess, and the gifted powers from the sparkles to help her, but will this be enough or backfire? Does Amy get her wish for a kiss?
Anatomy of Lost Things
by Shawn K. StoutA laugh-through-your-tears middle grade novel about what it&’s like to lose something precious. For fans of the Three Rancheros series by Kate DiCamillo.A necklace. A bugle. A lion statue. What do they have to do with each other? Absolutely nothing unless you&’re Tildy, Leon, or Nell. These items matter an awful lot to them. Not because of what they are, but what—and who—they represent.Anatomy of Lost Things shares the crisscrossing stories of Tildy, Leon, and Nell, of the impossible losses they&’ve each recently faced, and the unexpected histories of their prized objects. Written with heartbreaking honesty and humor, this novel unfolds in the tender space that exists between staggering loss and the start of recovery, and it finds plenty of hope and laughter waiting there.
Ancient Greeks and Athens (Time Travel Guides #5)
by Sarah RidleyStep back in time to discover life in the ancient Greek city-state of Athens with this handy time travel guidebookTravel back in time to the ancient Greek city-state of Athens and find out all about ancient Greek life and culture. Get ready to visit the temples at the Acropolis, socialise at a symposium, see democracy in action, get fit at a local gymnasium and watch a brand new play at an outdoor theatre. Like modern travel guides, the books in this series highlight must-see features and explain local culture. Each highlighted destination contains an explanation of what took part in these areas, as well as a look at important artefacts found there providing a bigger picture of life in the past. Typical travel guide notes include, 'best time to visit', 'what to eat' and 'where to stay'. Perfect for the KS2 history curriculum, and for readers aged 7 and up.Titles in the series:The Ancient Egyptians and ThebesThe Ancient Greeks and AthensThe Maya and Chichén ItzáRoman Britain and LondiniumThe Shang Dynasty and YinxuThe Stone Age and Skara BraeThe Victorians and LondonViking Britain and Jorvik
Ancient Worlds (DK Panorama)
by DKAncient Worlds is a tour through history's most influential civilizations between 3000 BCE and 600 CE, capturing in vivid detail moments that convey the cultural, technological, and organizational characteristics central to their success.From Sumer, the world's earliest civilization, to the heyday of the Mayan Empire, the tour crosses every continent, taking in developments in urban planning, art and architecture, religion, warfare, trade, and cultural exchange. Discover how deep knowledge of the Sun, sea, and stars enabled ancient seafarers to navigate the Pacific Ocean; witness the highs and lows of a thrilling chariot race in the Roman Empire's greatest hippodrome; and marvel at the military might of the Mauryan Empire and its 9,000 war elephants. Full of fascinating detail, each scene is a window on the lives of the most powerful and innovative peoples in times past. Ideal for children and parents to pore over together and explore similarities and differences with cultures around the world today.
And Then, Boom!
by Lisa FippsA gripping new novel in verse by the author of the Printz Honor-winning Starfish, featuring a poverty-stricken boy who bravely rides out all the storms life keeps throwing at himJoe Oak is used to living on unsteady ground. His mom can&’t be depended on as she never stays around long once she gets &“the itch,&” and now he and his beloved grandmother find themselves without a home. Fortunately, Joe has an outlet in his journals and drawings and takes comfort from the lessons of comic books—superheroes have a lot of &“and then, boom&” moments, where everything threatens to go bust but somehow they land on their feet. And that seems to happen a lot to Joe too, as in this crisis his friend Nick helps them find a home in his trailer park. But things fall apart again when Joe is suddenly left to fend for himself. He doesn&’t tell anyone he&’s on his own, as he fears foster care and has hope his mom will come back. But time is running out—bills are piling up, the electricity&’s been shut off, and the school year&’s about to end, meaning no more free meals. The struggle to feed himself gets intense, and Joe finds himself dumpster diving for meals. He&’s never felt so alone—until an emaciated little dog and her two tiny pups cross his path. And fate has even more in store for Joe, because an actual tornado is about to hit home—and just when it seems all is lost, his life turns in a direction that he never could have predicted.
Angela's Glacier
by Jordan ScottAward-winning author Jordan Scott&’s luminously-illustrated love story of a girl growing up in the shadow of a glacier that&’s always there to listen.Angela listened to the glacier; the glacier listened to Angela.As soon as she&’s born, Angela&’s father introduces her to her glacier. He carries her on his back up the icy expanse as the wind makes music of the snow and the water underneath. Over time, Angela gets big enough to walk beside him, and then, to go alone. She tells her glacier everything, and it answers. But then, life gets busy. Angela&’s days fill up with school, homework, violin and soccer and friends. Until one day, Angela&’s heart doesn&’t sound right anymore. Luckily, Angela&’s dad is there to remind her what she needs: a visit to her ancient icy friend.From the Schneider Family and Boston Globe-Horn Book Award-winning author of I Talk Like a River, Angela&’s Glacier is a moving story about growing up without losing yourself, loving nature, and allowing it to love you in return. Diana Sudyka&’s breathtaking artwork pulls the reader into a world of warm hugs from shining blue-green ice— and from dad, too.
Angelina Ballerina and the Dancing Princess (Angelina Ballerina)
by Katharine HolabirdA royally fun chapter book featuring an all-new, original Angelina Ballerina story and black-and-white illustrations throughout!Angelina Ballerina is meeting a princess her age who loves to dance! Angelina can&’t wait to feel like a princess herself. She thinks the princess will be perfect and graceful, but soon she finds out that nobody is perfect, not even princesses. But they can become perfect friends! © 2024 Helen Craig Ltd and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.
Ánh's New Word: A Story About Learning a New Language
by Hanh BuiA child living in a Vietnamese refugee camp learns their first word in English with a little help from their teacher and grandmother in this heart-warming picture book based on the author's childhood.Many things are different for Ánh now that they've left Vietnam with their family. The weather is colder and they live in a communal barracks at a refugee camp while they wait for their new life in America to start. Ánh finds comfort in their warm-hearted teacher, Miss Mary Ellen, but has trouble with the foreign sounds of learning to speak English in class.All Ánh wants is to be able to say "thank you" out loud to Miss Mary Ellen, but will the words ever stop getting stuck between their head and their voice? With a little inspiration from their grandmother—as well as the chance discovery of an adorable animal—Ánh will try to gather the courage to finally say their first word in a new language.Exquisitely illustrated by Bao Luu, Ánh's New Word by Hanh Bui is a hopeful story of finding your voice, inspired by true events from the author's childhood.
Animal ABC for Children of All Ages
by C. BoulangerWhen COVID-19 lockdowns swept the globe, creativity unlocked for one woman in Belleville, Ontario. Alone with her cat, C. Boulanger turned to a fantasy world she had long imagined, bringing to life a charming children&’s tale. With whimsical animals as guides straight from her isolation, she penned Animal ABC for Children of All Ages not just to delight young readers, but to remind all of us that even in the darkest of days, joy and wonder still exist if only we know where to look. Brighten your family&’s time at home with this playful journey of imagination.Cover designed by Janet Eastwood.
Animal All-Stars: Incredible Facts, Stats and Stories from the Animal Kingdom
by Clare BaldingWho would win in a slow sprint, the Australian Tiger Beetle or the American falcon?Is the sperm whale built to be a great long-distance swimmer or is perseverance her winning attribute?What would a tiger look like in a bikini? Find out all of this and more in the Animal Games, a competition like no other, where the world's most fascinating animals go head to head to become champions in their field.Full of fascinating and surprising facts, hilarious illustrations and motivational takeaways that show even the most understated animals have hidden skills, you can't always judge something by its appearance, and that there is great power in being the underdog.You'll discover TRUE animal facts, skills, tricks and world-records - and imagine what would happen if animals from around the world could compete in the most entertaining sports day ever...
Animal All-Stars: Incredible Facts, Stats and Stories from the Animal Kingdom
by Clare BaldingA HILARIOUS GUIDE TO THE ANIMAL KINGDOM WHERE YOUR FAVOURITE ANIMALS GO HEAD-TO-HEAD - BY BESTSELLING AUTHOR AND COMMENTATOR, CLARE BALDINGWho would win in a race... the Australian tiger beetle or the peregrine falcon?Who is the strongest... the extraordinary ant or the grumpy gorilla?Who has the best superpower... the headless cockroach or the jet-powered squid?From speed, agility and strength to hidden skills, such as problem-solving, endurance and super-sensory prowess, witness these Animal All-Stars compete to become champions in their field. Full of incredible true animal facts, stats and world records, this is a funny, rip-roaring guide to the world's most fascinating animals. Let the Games begin!The perfect gift for kids who love animals and sport. With laugh-out-loud commentary and incredible animal facts throughout, and rib-tickling illustrations by The Boy Fitz Hammond.
Animal Climate Heroes
by Alison Pearce StevensIn our left corner we have the meanest villain that’s ever existed. Responsible for rising seas and loss of biodiversity, it’s climate change ready to wreak havoc on the Earth. But in our right corner? We have four superheroes ready to save the day!Forest elephants protect our forests by trampling trees.Whales boost ocean health with their massive poo-nados.Sea otters defend kelp forests from purple invaders.And echidnas bury tons of soil to stop climate change.But we can’t leave them in this fight alone. We need to protect our heroes who, in return, defend our planet. Get ready to learn all about these four legged, and two-flippered, creatures and how YOU can be a climate hero too!
Animal Minds: What Are They Thinking? (Orca Wild #12)
by Dana L. ChurchKey Selling Points This book explores the field of animal cognition and introduces readers to the scientists and the experiments they use to find out how animals think. Deals with STEM themes, including the scientific method, research, experimentation and also women in science. The book goes beyond facts about animals and explores how animals think. It fosters an appreciation of animals at a deep level: they are thinking beings and are individuals, like humans. The author is an expert in this field. She has a PhD in animal cognition and includes interviews with other scientists to help shape the stories.
Animals of the Apple Orchard
by Judy O'HaganBobbin the mouse was a wonderful storyteller. Each day, the animals would gather under the gnarly old oak tree in the orchard. It was a huge tree with twisted roots which provided excellent seats for the animals, (once Puss the cat had stitched some plump feather cushions, that is). The tree soon became known as the ‘make-believe’ tree thanks to Bobbin’s mystical tales, and the animals looked forward to his daily stories. All in all, life in the wintry apple orchard was very good indeed. That is, until one exceptionally cold morning, when the animals noticed that Cedric the tortoise was missing. Find out what happens next!
Animals A Visual Encyclopedia
by DKSee the animal kingdom up close and personal in this ultimate reference book for children.Filled with more than 700 photographs, habitat maps, and illustrations, Animals A Children's Encyclopedia helps children and parents learn about the rich variety of animal life on our planet.Meet the deadliest, largest, friendliest, fastest and downright strangest animals known to man, and discover what they look like, where they live, what they do, what they eat and what life is like for their young. From the latest research to recent numbers on populations, this book gives you all the information you need about animals on land, in water, and in the air.This animal encyclopedia for children offers:- An introduction to the animal kingdom through photographs of hundreds of animals accompanied by informative text.- A new and updated edition of a popular title in the Children&’s Encyclopedia series, which has sold millions of copies worldwide.- A global scope of information, covering all key habitats and continents from around the world.At a time in history when climate change and habitat loss are profoundly affecting animals, this book helps educate children about all the creatures in the world that are at risk of vanishing forever.From the same series as the New Children's Encyclopedia and DK children's encyclopedias of Science, Art, and Geography (among others), this updated animal encyclopedia is full of valuable reference information for children, parents, and educators. Learn all about the world one subject at a time!If you like Animals A Children&’s Encyclopedia then why not complete the collection? Part of popular New Children&’s Encyclopedia series, avid readers can enjoy Legends and Sacred Stories, Art, Myths, and Ocean A Children&’s Encyclopedia.
Ants on a Log: An Edible Story
by Faye LippittOur heroes Benjamin and Bob find themselves on a log in the fog on a dog in a bog—and if you can say that without a giggle, then you aren’t saying it fast enough! This entertaining little story comes with a recipe that author Faye Lippitt includes with each of her so-called ‘edible books.’ No, you can’t eat the books themselves, but you can certainly enjoy the tasty, healthy recipes for her imaginary bugs that you will find at the end of the story. What could be nicer than a cuddle with a book and a snack? Stuffed celery with craisins, anyone?