Gordafarid, the Hero of the Sepid-Dej (White-fortress)
"Gordafarid, the Heroine of the Sepid-Dej" is more than just a captivating story; it is a mirror held up to a young, creative, and curious spirit, to a heart that beats in harmony with legend and language. I stood beside her, helping her pour strands of emotion into words, to let her thoughts take flight, to retell the beauty of the Shahnameh in her own voice, and to weave her sentences with care and clarity.The illustrations and calligraphy of the verses are born from her own genius and creativity, nurtured along the way by patient and insightful teachers who walked this beautiful path with her at the learning center.How wonderful the destiny of a child whose days are filled with play and movement, and whose world is shaped by stories, colors, and letters, a world built with hope and awareness.This work is a celebration of the dreams, imagination, and insight of a twelve-year-old Iranian-Canadian girl, who found her heroes not only in ancient tales but within the mirror of her own being.این کتاب دو زبانه فارسی و انگلیسی است
Teaching for Change
This powerful picture book biography spotlights Septima Poinsette Clark, the civil rights leader who taught Black adults how to combat Jim Crow-era voting regulations. Written by Septima's granddaughter, Yvonne Clark-Rhines, along with acclaimed author Monica Clark-Robinson, this is a must-have for readers who were moved by Hidden Figures, The Oldest Student, and I Am Ruby Bridges.Septima Clark was born poor, Black, and a girl. Being one of those things in 1898 was hard, but all three meant that access to education was going to be a fight. But with strong, hard-working women in her life, a determination to learn, and a passion for knowledge, Septima learned to read and write against all odds.With stunning art by debut illustrator Abigail Albano-Payton, this lyrical biography charts the monumental life of one tenacious woman--once referred to as The Mother of the Civil Rights Movement by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.--who made it her mission to bring equity to literacy. Thanks to her efforts, the Black community was able to rise up against oppressive Jim Crow laws that tried to stifle their votes.Septima persevered through adversity, discrimination, and even wrongful arrests to ensure that the road to liberation remained open for all people. This story is a testament to the power and importance of community-minded action.
Saadi's Tales of Virtue and Wisdom
Step into the timeless world of Sheikh Saadi Shirazi, one of the greatest Persian poets and moral philosophers, with this inspiring collection of classic stories from his masterpieces, 'Gulistan' and 'Bustan'. 'Saadi's Tales of Virtue and Wisdom' brings together powerful fables and parables filled with ethical lessons, profound wisdom, and reflections on human nature. From tales of justice and kindness to lessons on humility, integrity, and the consequences of our actions, this book offers a treasure trove of insights that remain relevant in today's world. Inside this book, you will discover: * The True Wrestler - A lesson on inner strength over physical power * The Miser's Story - A cautionary tale about greed and its consequences * The Compassionate King - A reminder of the power of mercy in leadership * The Value of Salt - A simple yet profound story on appreciating life's essentials * The Victory of Gentleness - A testament to the strength of kindness over force * And many more timeless stories on character, justice, and morality! Written in an engaging and thought-provoking style, this collection is perfect for readers of all ages who seek wisdom, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of life's moral values. Whether you are a lover of classical literature, a student of philosophy, or someone looking for meaningful lessons to apply in everyday life, 'Saadi's Tales of Virtue and Wisdom' will be a cherished addition to your library. Perfect for: * Lovers of literature and philosophy * Readers seeking timeless moral lessons * Teachers, parents, and students exploring ethical storytelling * Anyone looking for an inspiring and thought-provoking read Let the wisdom of Sheikh Saadi Shirazi guide you toward a life of virtue, kindness, and wisdom.
Big Feelings, Little Feelings
Watch feelings come to life in Big Feelings, Little Feelings - a beautifully illustrated book of emotions that helps kids understand, name, and express what they feel inside. From happiness and surprise to fear, anger, and sadness, each feeling is brought to life through colorful, funny characters that make learning about emotions fun and relatable. Kids will discover how to identify, understand, and manage their emotions - and that it's okay to feel happy, sad, angry, or anything in between. This fun yet educational feelings book for kids aged 5-9 acts as a gentle introduction to emotional awareness, helping children recognize and talk about their feelings with confidence. Inside, you'll find: A unique, color-coded approach that groups emotions and gives children the words to express themFunny, expressive characters that show emotions in an engaging, child-friendly waySimple language and practical prompts that encourage kids to recognize and share how they feelExpert input from a qualified psychotherapist, ensuring a sensitive and supportive approach to talking about feelingsA valuable resource for parents, carers, and educators to nurture emotional intelligence and empathy earlyPerfect for kids aged 5-9, this book turns big feelings into something to celebrate, explore, and understand. Whether you're reading together at home or using it in the classroom, Big Feelings, Little Feelings gives young readers the words and confidence to talk about their feelings - and helps adults start those all-important conversations, too.
Writing Toward Justice
Meet Alice Dunnigan, a pioneering Black journalist, who spoke truth to power--and earned the respect of President Harry S. Truman. This inspiring nonfiction picture book for kids ages 7-10 is from award-winning author and illustrator Peggy Thomas and Tonya Engel. Alice Dunnigan knew all about injustice--she was the daughter of poor Black sharecroppers in Kentucky. But Alice also knew the key to fighting injustice was to speak out. At 13 years old, she wrote to a Black newspaper asking for a job--and got it! It was only the beginning. After many years of hard work as a teacher, a cleaner, a typist, and a journalist, Alice became the first Black woman in the Capitol Press Corp. But one person was still beyond her grasp, a person who needed to be held accountable: President Truman. Would he keep his promise to support civil rights for Black Americans? By scrimping and saving for a ticket on the president's cross-country train tour, Alice was able to meet the president and win him over to her cause: justice. Alice Dunnigan used her words as a moving force, writing America toward justice, a journey beautifully captured by author Peggy Thomas and illustrator Tonya Engel.
What Are Feelings For? Board Book
Fun lift-the-flap board book that helps small children to deal with their emotions in a healthy way.This helpful and engaging training tool will help parents to teach their kids that God made them with feelings. Emotions can tell us when to ask for help or when we need a rest. Even better, they help us love God! We can always share our feelings with Jesus. But we don't need to let our emotions control us.Not only will children be encouraged to follow Jesus' example, but they'll also be reassured that he loves us no matter what we do (or feel). He can forgive us when we fail and help us to change.
Let’s Make a Pancake
Let's Make a Pancake is a sweet and simple story that celebrates love, cooking, and family time-perfect for little chefs and their grown-ups!When Dad and his child decide to surprise Mom with a homemade pancake, the kitchen turns into a place of learning, laughter, and delicious fun. From measuring flour to decorating with fresh fruit and whipped cream, young readers will enjoy following each easy step as they learn about ingredients, numbers, and the joy of making something special for someone they love.With gentle storytelling and charming illustrations, this book encourages: ✅ Language development with bilingual text in Cantonese and English✅ Early math and measurement skills✅ An interest in healthy cooking and food preparation✅ Positive family bonding through shared experiencesFeaturing organic ingredients and a real, easy-to-follow pancake recipe, Let's Make a Pancake is more than a story-it's an invitation to make happy memories in the kitchen.Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and young readers who love helping out at home-or just love pancakes!
Let’s Go Grocery Shopping
Join two sisters on a fun-filled trip to the supermarket with their parents! From picking fresh vegetables to selecting their favourite treats, every stop in the store is an exciting adventure.They explore the veggie section, where leafy greens and crunchy carrots fill the shelves. In the dairy aisle, they help pick out milk and yogurt. At the seafood counter, they see fresh fish and shrimp on ice. The bakery smells delicious with warm bread and pastries, and the candy aisle is full of sweet surprises. Finally, it's time to check out and head home with a cart full of goodies!With simple and engaging storytelling, Let's Go Grocery Shopping introduces young readers to everyday shopping experiences in a fun and relatable way. This bilingual book, written in both Cantonese and English, makes language learning interactive while encouraging curiosity and family bonding!
My First Hanuman Chalisa
The Hanuman Chalisa is a prayer that is loved by many across the world. This simple translation (with word meanings) is created especially so that children from all over the world may be able to read, understand and enjoy this prayer. Each sentence has been checked for readability at grade level 1-2. The book also includes the original Awadhi text along with transliteration. For parents unsure of the pronunciation, a QR code is provided which leads to the original verses being sung out. The stunning illustrations will transport both parent and child into a realm of magic and wonder.
Malcolm Lives!
In collaboration with the Malcolm X Estate, this powerful biography for young readers is a modern classic in the making, written by #1 New York Times-bestselling, National Book Award-winning author Ibram X. Kendi. Published 100 years after his birth, Malcolm Lives! is a ground-breaking narrative biography of one of the most influential Americans of all time. Dr. Kendi expertly crafts a propulsive telling of Malcolm X's life--from birth to death. He provides context for both Malcolm's choices--and those around him--not just painting an intimate picture of a famous figure, but of the social and political landscape of America during the civil rights movement. Ultimately, Malcolm's true legacy is a journey toward anti-racism. Just like history, Malcolm lives. With short, evocative chapters, exclusive archival documents, photographs from the Malcolm X Collection at the NYPL Schomburg Center, and extensive backmatter, this is a thoughtful and accessible, must-read for all Americans.
Mitzvah Power Academy
Welcome to MITZVAH POWER ACADEMY! Join Rabbi Leah and the Haverim Heroes on an out-of-this-world adventure to learn how to be a mensch-someone who is kind, helpful, and brave! With the Mensch-O-Meter, Torah-Bot, and magical capes, you'll go on Mensch-Ventures to help others, solve problems, and make the world a better place. In this first book, Welcome Haverim Heroes, Jewpiter Mensch-Venture, you will meet the Haverim Heroes who help some new recruits to get more menschy. Are you ready to use your Mitzvah Powers? Let's go!MITZVAH POWER ACADEMY (TM), is a new, menschy project for young Jewish children, ages 5 to 10 years, and their families. MITZVAH POWER ACADEMY is a Jewish children's "edutainment" series that teaches valuable Torah lessons in a warm and fun way. Children learn Jewish values, laws, history, about Shabbat and holidays, Hebrew terms and, most importantly, how to be a mensch, through engaging stories, characters, and activities.Here are some of the enterprise highlights: BOOKS: Three original books featuring Rabbi Leah and the Haverim Heroes who travel across time and space doing good deeds to help those in need. The school motto is that "Number one, Mitzvah Power Academy must be FUN, FUN, FUN!" These are our wonderful starting books in the series.Welcome Haverim Heroes, Jewpiter Mensch-Venture10,000 Matzoh Balls?!, A Passover TaleArk Aid, A Shabbat StoryWEBSITE: www.mitzvahpower.com Rabbi, Cantor, Dr. Linda Bernstein is the writer and designer of MITZVAH POWER ACADEMY. Linda is excited to bring you this new and creative approach to teaching Jewish values, rituals, laws, history and most importantly, how to be a mensch! For more information see www.rabbilindabernstein.com and www.drlindabernstein.com.Published by Linda R. Bernstein and Vita Media CorporationFor more information email rabbilindabernstein@gmail.com.Visit us on the web: www.mitzvahpower.comCopyright (c) Linda R. Bernstein and Vita Media Corporation 2025. First Edition.Mitzvah Power Academy(TM) is a trademark of Linda R. Bernstein and Vita Media Corporation.
When My Body Gets Big
When big feelings take over, some children scream, kick, cry, or shut down. This gentle, neurodivergent-affirming picture book helps them feel safe, seen, and supported-without shame or punishment.When My Body Gets Big is a beautifully illustrated, sensory-aware story designed to support autistic, sensitive, anxious, or emotionally intense children as they navigate overwhelming feelings. Written from the perspective of a child in the middle of a meltdown, the book uses rhythmic, validating language to guide young readers-and their caregivers-through moments of dysregulation with calm and compassion.Through poetic repetition and soothing imagery, children are reminded that they don't need to be "fixed," just held. The story models how to move from chaos to calm, not by demanding quiet or compliance, but through co-regulation, connection, and gentle sensory strategies.✔️ Ideal for bedtime, classroom calm-down corners, therapy sessions, or parent-child reading rituals✔️ Helps children identify and understand their internal experiences without labeling them as "bad"✔️ Includes real sensory tools like deep pressure, joint compressions, weighted blankets, and safe space creation✔️ Empowers caregivers with language that helps, not harms, during emotional momentsPerfect for children ages 3-8 who experience sensory overload, emotional dysregulation, or difficulty transitioning between activities. Whether your child is neurodivergent or simply has big feelings, this book gives them (and you) a framework to return to again and again.Written by neurodivergent mom and children's author Nicole Pigeon, and illustrated in a soft, calming style ideal for sensitive readers, When My Body Gets Big is more than just a story-it's a supportive tool, a shared ritual, and a gentle bridge between parent and child in the hardest moments.Great for fans of: Breathe Like a Bear by Kira WilleyHow to Be a Superhero Called Self-Control by Lauren BruknerA Little SPOT of Emotion series by Diane AlberMy Body Sends a Signal by Natalia MaguireWhat To Do When You're Feeling Too Big Inside by Jacqueline B. Toner
Baptist History for Kids
"I hope this book will help accomplish several things. (1) I hope that the 'kids' of whatever age, parents and offspring, will have a fun-profitable time together in a worthy endeavor. (2) I hope that readers, young and beyond-young, will learn how and why Baptists came to be. (3) I hope that readers will learn the names, faces, and deeds of some formative figures in the Baptist story. (4) I hope that readers (and listeners) will know that Baptist convictions are important and based on the Bible. (5) I hope that readers will share the devotion to truth and mission that have made Baptists God-centered, kingdom-centered, and Bible-centered. (6) I hope that some readers will determine to be missionaries, preachers, or Baptist historians. (7) I hope that all who read this will feel that the time was well-spent." - Tom Nettles
Rihanna: A Little Golden Book Biography
Get to know Rihanna and find out how the talented performer from Barbados became a worldwide sensation with this beautifully illustrated and collectible Little Golden Book! Read all about Rihanna, the Barbadian singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman. Known for her catchy hit songs "Umbrella" and "Diamonds," as well as her unique fashion sense, Rihanna's journey is truly captivating. Rihanna: A Little Golden Book Biography will be enjoyed by RiRi's fans of all ages! Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: - Lady Gaga - Beyonc矇 - Barbra Streisand - Taylor Swift - Selena
Billy Porter: A Little Golden Book Biography
Get to know Billy Porter--a multi-talented star who shines on Broadway, TV, and at dazzling red carpet events--with this collectible Little Golden Book that features gorgeous full-color illustrations on every page! Billy saw that clothes were the perfect way to stand out and let people know who you are. Billy Porter has been impressing audiences ever since he played his award-winning role of Lola in the Broadway hit Kinky Boots. His story of chasing his dream to be a performer comes to life in Billy Porter: A Little Golden Book Biography. When you're Billy Porter, you dream big and you inspire others to love themselves! Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: - Lady Gaga- Rihanna- Zendaya- Elton John- Harry Belafonte
Michael J. Fox: A Little Golden Book Biography
Get inspired by Michael J. Fox, the beloved Back to the Future actor from Canada who is helping people all around the world, with this collectible Little Golden Book featuring full-color illustrations on every page! Michael moved to California--1,300 miles away from home--to be a Hollywood star! Actor Michael J. Fox is known for playing Alex P. Keaton on TV's Family Ties and Marty McFly in the Back to the Future movies. The talented actor became a determined activist after being diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease and starting a foundation to help find a cure. Michael J. Fox: A Little Golden Book Biography will inspire readers of all ages. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: - Bruce Springsteen- Dwayne Johnson- Steve Martin- Zendaya- Harry Styles
Harrison Ford: A Little Golden Book Biography
Get to know Harrison Ford with this collectible Little Golden Book which tells his amazing journey from working as a carpenter to being a Hollywood star, alongside amazing full-color illustrations! Harrison decided that day to never let fear stop him from doing anything. Actor Harrison Ford has flown in a galaxy far, far away as Han Solo and has searched for lost treasures as Indiana Jones. But did you know he's just as adventurous in real life, too? Harrison flies planes and helicopters and he's passionate about protecting the environment. Harrison Ford: A Little Golden Book Biography brings his action-packed story to life. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: - Steven Spielberg - Billy Porter - Barbra Streisand - Steve Martin - William Shatner
A Kids Book about Real Estate Development
What do you know about real estate development? If your answer is "not a lot", you're in the right place! Learn about this powerful industry, how it started, and how it can evolve in the future. Anyone can become a real estate developer, and everyone can be involved in how building projects impact their community.
