Mara Plants a Seed
How does a handful of seeds turn into a garden? With lyrical language and blooming illustrations, Mara Plants a Seed demonstrates the transformative power of simple actions. By cleaning up an empty lot and planting fifty sunflower seeds, Mara begins to create a flourishing, wild garden--but she doesn't do it alone. Little does Mara know, flying insects, digging worms, hungry birds, noisy neighbors, and other secret gardeners are working to help transform the lot into something even more beautiful than she imagined. Rain storms wash away seeds, but rabbits leave some behind. Some helpers nibble up weeds, and others fertilize the soil. Each time Mara visits the garden, she's expecting to see her sunflowers growing. But as the flowers blossom, she uncovers the exciting secrets waiting for her! Mara Plants a Seed inspires young readers to develop a deeper connection to the environment around them and study the many ways natural processes and ordinary animals help plants grow and thrive. Children will watch as Mara's simple action of restoring an empty lot transforms a community and the beautiful way the garden bursts to life.
The Ancient Olympic Games
Travel back in time to Ancient Greece to discover the origins of the Olympic Games. Bright, bold and dynamic artwork bring to life the origins of the Olympic Games. Find out about the legend behind the games, the original events and the excitement that filled Olympia during the Olympic Festival. See how the competitors used to train and learn about each of the original events that took place, including chariot racing, wrestling, the discuss, javelin and boxing. Get the Olympic buzz from all the excitement of the hippodrome, Olympic ceremonies and celebrations, and learn about the importance of the Heraia - the competition for women organised by women. This book provides a brilliant and striking introduction to the Ancient Olympics for children aged 7+.
Girls with Goals
The twisty, turny but triumphant rise of women's soccer is one of the most fascinating stories in sports - and women's - history. From the very birth of the sport in 19th century England, girls and women have always found a way to play - and keeping playing - the sport they love, in spite of the bans, challenges, rules, and backward-looking attitudes. Fast forward to today and women's soccer is now officially a global powerhouse. It is the most popular women's sport in the world with an ever-growing number of players, supporters, and viewers. With stunningly adept storytelling and a wealth of historical and up-to-date imagery Girls with Goals tells this fascinating story from its origins in working class England to the worldwide phenomenon it is today. Whether you are just starting out in your football journey or you are an experienced player who already loves the sport, you'll come to understand women's football in a completely new way through intriguing tales and anecdotes, and meeting important characters in the sport from past and present - including from the perspective of marginalized sportspeople. A love letter to women's soccer and the female athletes who inspired girls all over the world to pull on their cleats, Girls with Goals will honor the women who fought hard to play the sport they loved and paved the way for athletes playing all women's sports today. The full story of the history of the women's game has yet to be told for the YA market so Girls with Goals is a book that every young soccer lover needs on their shelf.
The Boy Who Saved Everything
Does your child love to collect things?Then they'll love Flem B. McCloud-the boy who saves it all: socks, rocks, straws, even lightning bugs.
The Itchiwoos
Meet the irrepressible itchiwoos!Dive into a secret world where the itchiwoos frolic, always ready for fun adventures. These mischievous creatures, live to spread joy and laughter to all who discover them. From bouncing around on their springy tails to crafting cheeky songs that echo through the air, the itchiwoos know how to make a dull day delightful. But be warned: the itchiwoos are a bit naughty too! Perfect for children of all ages and their parents who get to read it to them, this enchanting, interactive book will take you on a rollicking journey. Get ready to laugh, sing, and maybe even find a few missing socks as you meet the best friends you didn't know you had.
Down with Lime Books
2025 CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL HOT OFF THE PRESS PICK A timely allegorical picture book about the very real dangers of book banning Paige and her pals picked out teal books and red books and plum books and more--so many they spilled from the shelves to the floor. . . . But not everyone thought that this rainbow was grand--some wanted lime-colored books to be banned. When a town bigwig and her cranky crew snatch all the lime-green books from the school library, Paige and her pals must defend their right to read. With rollicking rhymes by Jan Zauzmer and colorful illustrations by Blanca Mill獺n perfect for read-aloud fun, Down with Lime Books! takes young readers on an empowering adventure to banish the ban and save the books.
Legend of the Ishkadees
In a distant land far from the comforts of his own bedroom, Emet embarks on a remarkable journey. This land is inhabited by wondrous creatures: golden monkeys, pink elephants, and the intriguing Ishkadees. These mystical beings possess medicinal powers known only to pure souls under the age of nine. Unlike the usual bedtime stories told by his father, this tale becomes a stark reality for Emet. With just ten days left before his ninth birthday, he must undertake a treacherous journey to seek an Ishkadee's healing abilities to save his ailing mother.Emet, accompanied by his mother, father, grandfather, and their guide, plunges deep into the jungle in search of this elusive miracle. However, their quest unveils more than they had anticipated, revealing that their own relationships are in need of healing as well. As the story unfolds, Emet's emotionally removed father is confronted with a pivotal choice, forcing him to reassess what truly matters.This is a story of hope, faith, and the ever-evolving realization that the essence of all love resides within one's self and family. Will the Ishkadees, said to inhabit the depths of the Erawan jungle in Thailand, prove to be more than just a legend?
Delish the How-To Cookbook for Young Foodies
Boost your budding foodie's kitchen confidence with this beginner-friendly Delish cookbook featuring easy-to-follow recipes and instructions for kids ages 8 to 12 Follow step-by-step photos and complete each task to learn 25 essential cooking techniques, 50 delicious recipes, and fun food facts! Any kid can be a great cook, it just takes some practice! Follow the editors of Delish on an epic cooking quest to learn all the basics and have tons of fun along the way. In this gamified cookbook, step-by-step photos and clear instructions present essential know-how so young chefs can follow along as they learn cooking basics. Organized from simple techniques to more complex ones, kids will amp up their cooking skills as they progress through the book and put their new skills to practice with amazing and inventive recipes such as Mac & Cheese Pizza Bites and Sugar Cookie Fries. Inside young foodies will discover: How to slice vegetables and make Greek Salad (Horiatiki) and Cucumber Sushi The best way to prep citrus and how to whip up GranitaThe secrets to whisking and then using that skill to make Birthday Cake DipHow to knead dough for the best-ever Calzones and Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel NuggetsAnd so much more! Plus, crave-worthy color photos, helpful tips, and cool food facts will encourage kids to cook through every page making this the ultimate gift for your budding chef.
Badge Quest
Pillow the bear needs to earn badges to become a hero. Fae the shape-shifting fairy needs to earn petals to earn her flower wand. Together, this unlikely duo sets out on a journey in this first book of a new graphic novel series, Badge Quest, by Guy Kopsombut. Includes a sheet of stickers! Pillow the bear wants to become a hero. In order to become one, he must collect Hero Badges. Pillow has collected a lot of badges, but one in particular eludes him . . . The Dragon Slaying Badge. So when Pillow learns about a dragon that has stolen all of his town's cheese, he figures it's finally his chance to earn his badge. But the dragon isn't guilty after all. In fact, she isn't even a dragon! She is a shape-shifting fairy named Fae, and thanks to Pillow's tip, must now clear her name, find out who took the cheese, and why. Pok矇mon meets Boy and Girl Scouts meets hilarious cheese puns in this all-new first book in an original graphic novel series, Badge Quest! Pillow and Fae must find a way to get their badges and return the lost cheese. This adorable graphic novel also features a Dyslexia-friendly font. What's more, it also includes a sheet of stickers, so you can start collecting your own sticker badges!
Showdown on da Muddy Banks
Showdown on da Muddy Banks, A Tale of Right Down, Rippin' Radical, River Rat Resolve is a true, pictured filled story of a modern day "David and Goliath" type face off that ensued between Bubba 'n Junior and Little Davy... a conflict witnessed by eight-year-old Dickie Dempsey on a warm summer day in 1956. This extraordinary battle introduced him to the power of river rat resolve, a power that forevermore changed the way Dickie viewed the roadblocks and pitfalls of life.As you witness the dogged persistence of evil intentions, the innocence of a soul just focused on his passion and purpose, the display of unexpected gallantry, and the unbelievable victory that followed, you too will be inspired to grab ahold of your own innate passion, purpose, and right down, rippin' radical, river rat resolve... and forge ahead into a glorious victory that is yours for the taking.
Junk Food Baller
Dive into the lively town of Hoopville with Junk Food Baller, a heartwarming tale of a young basketball player with big dreams and a big appetite for junk food. Junk Food Baller loves basketball more than anything, but his snack habits are shooting his dreams in the foot. As the school basketball tryouts approach, he sticks to his sugary routine-until his performance on the court starts to suffer. Can Junk Food Baller change his ways in time to make the team?This engaging children's book scores points on the court and delivers a powerful message about the importance of healthy eating. Packed with fun, friendship, and pivotal life lessons, Junk Food Baller is perfect for young readers aged 4 to 9 who love sports. Will our young hero learn how to fuel his body right and become the star he dreams of being?
Modern-Day Slavery
A case of Modern-Day Slavery within the World Health Organization, a specialized agency of the United Nations
Bilingual Pop-Up Peekaboo! Garden / El Jard穩n
癒Encuentra las plantas y los animales del jard穩n detr獺s de cada solapa en este divertido libro biling羹e con rimas para ni簽os! Mira sobre los p矇talos de las flores, entre las plantas de fresas o en el agua del estanque, 聶qu矇 ves? Al levantar cada una de las solapas de este libro, los beb矇s encontrar獺n divertidas sorpresas: unas abejas recolectando n矇ctar, una rana saltarina o un alt穩simo girasol. Este libro de cart籀n en dos idiomas, incluye: Cinco pop-ups desplegables con ilustraciones llamativas de la naturaleza.Texto con rimas en ingl矇s y en espa簽ol para que los m獺s peque簽os ampl穩en su vocabulario en ambos idiomas.Informaci籀n esencial sobre jardiner穩a, el crecimiento de las plantas y la vida de los insectos y animales de los jardines. P獺ginas de cart籀n con esquinas redondeadas, perfectas para ni簽os peque簽os.Las divertidas rimas junto con las bonitas ilustraciones de los pop-ups son una combinaci籀n muy estimulante para el desarrollo y el aprendizaje temprano. Pop Up Peekaboo Garden El jard穩n es un libro imprescindible para que los ni簽os se diviertan descubriendo la vida en los jardines mientras aprenden un segundo idioma de manera amena y divertida. -------------------------------------- An interactive board book with hidden animal surprises along the way! Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning. With bold, brightly colored pictures, lift-the-flap pages, and entertaining rhymes, Pop-up Peekaboo: Garden provides many opportunities for parent-and-child interaction and hours of nature-themed fun. Journey through the garden and find all the wildlife habitats and lifecycles here! This adventure pop-up book for 3-5 year olds includes: Hands-on play elements that build all-round learning skills.5 flaps to lift throughout the book and find the pop-ups, helping to develop fine motor skills.Rhythmic, read-aloud text that aids language development.Rounded edges and chunky board book pages rigorously tested (and chewed) by toddlers.This pop-up book contains read-aloud text, which creates an amusing story for your kids to follow and play a guessing game of who's behind the flap! The rhymes and the easy-to-read text help little ones remember the new words they are learning for early language development.
Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novel: Dinosaurs
When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #1: Dinosaurs Before Dark, they had lots of questions about dinosaurs. Learn more along with them as they track the facts about these amazing prehistoric creatures--available for the first time ever in a nonfiction graphic novel format! Filled with up-to-date information and fun tidbits from Jack and Annie, the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novels are the perfect way for kids to find out more about the topics they discovered in their favorite Magic Tree House adventures! Find out the answers to things like: What did dinosaurs looked like? Where did they live? How did they survive? What's the difference between flesh-eaters and plant-eaters? And, of course, how did the dinosaurs die? There's so much to learn, so come along on this prehistoric adventure with Jack and Annie as they investigate and discover the dinosaur world--it's one readers ages 7-10 won't want to miss! Did you know that there's a Magic Tree House book for every kid?Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter booksMerlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced readerSuper Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventureFact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventuresGraphic Novels: All the fun of the original Magic Tree House books, now available in an easy-to-read graphic format with all-new art!
The San Antonio Spurs
A revised Team Spirit Basketball edition featuring the San Antonio Spurs that chronicles the history and accomplishments of the team. Table of Contents, Glossary, Timeline, Bibliography of additional resources and Index. Aligns to Common Core State Standards requirements for Reading Informational Text.
Hannah the Hairy Little Moose
Join Hannah the hairy, little moose as she saves King Chickpoo the Third, has a run in with an angry bumblebee, and gets stuck in a swamp - all while trying to eat the juicy bogey stuck up her left nostril!
Cities
Discover the world's most captivating cities in this beautifully illustrated voyage through diverse cultures, iconic landmarks, and vibrant histories.This stunning book takes you on a thrilling adventure across 16 unique cities, exploring the heart of their culture, architecture and history. With gorgeous illustrations discover the famous streets, museums, monuments, districts, styles, ways of life, and distinctive sounds from around the world. Step into the heart of each location and experience the richness of life from the comfort of your own home.Open up Cities and explore places such as: The Santa Teresa Tram of Rio De JaneiroBroadway in New YorkTokyo TowerThe Canals of VeniceThe London EyeThe Nan Lian Garden of Hong KongEach page invites you to guess, search, and discover the hidden wonders that make these cities truly extraordinary, offering a fun and interactive experience for readers of all ages. Kids will develop a deeper appreciation for global diversity. This book is perfect for: Curious young mindsLovers of travelClassroomsGifts for birthdays and Christmas
My First Big Book of Things at Home
Get Set Go... on an enjoyable and engaging journey of learning. A wonderfully designed book that will help little scholars recognize and learn about several things they can see at home, in supermarkets, on the playground, in school, and in the hospital. An amazing picture book loaded with colorful illustrations that make each word easy to remember. It encourages little ones to - easily grasp key conceptsenhance their observation skillslearn new words through the picture-word association
Happy First Day of School
It's the first day of school, and excitement is in the air! Happy First Day of School is written for beginning readers, PreK-3. The book prepares preschoolers for new daily routines like getting up on time, independently performing personal hygiene, and getting dressed. There is a message from the principal who speaks to the reader about respect, discipline, expectations, and kindness. Readers are introduced to the teacher, friends and school community helpers to make the first day of school a positive experience. There is an emphasis to become avid readers and expand their vocabulary. There is an emphasis to meet new friends and to participate in social activities in and out of the school and home environment. Happy First Day of School is part of the Motivated 2 Read series which includes Birthdays Count and When Halloween Day Becomes Halloween Night.
