How can we make the world a better place? This inspiring resource for middle-grade readers is organized as a dictionary; each entry presents a word related to creating a better world, such as ally, em
Caldecott HonorWinner of the 2020 Middle East Book AwardA 2022 Texas Topaz Reading List PickA 2022 ALSC Notable Children’s RecordingA 2021-2022 Three Apple Book Award Nominee (NY)A 2021 Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the YearA 2021 ALA Notable Children’s BookA 2021 Buckeye Children's & Teen Book Award Nominee (OH)A 2021-2022 Dogwood Book Award Nominee (MO)A 2020 BCCB Blue Ribbon BookThe Caldecott Honor-winning true story of Mohammad Alaa Aljaleel, who in the midst of the Syrian Civil War courageously offered safe haven to Aleppo's abandoned cats. Aleppo's city center no longer echoes with the rich, exciting sounds of copper-pot pounding and traditional sword sharpening. His neighborhood is empty--except for the many cats left behind.Alaa loves Aleppo, but when war comes his neighbors flee to safety, leaving their many pets behind. Alaa decides to stay--he can make a difference by driving an ambulance, carrying the sick and wounded to safety. One day he hears hungry cats c
Ludelphia Bennett may be blind in one eye, but that doesn't mean she can't put in a good stitch. In fact, Ludelphia sews all the time, especially when things are going wrong. Sewing calms her nerves,
Ludelphia Bennett may be blind in one eye, but she can still put in a good stitch. Ludelphia sews all the time, especially when things go wrong. But when Mama goes into labor early and gets deathly il
In this gorgeously depicted and timeless story of friendship and perseverance, two snails journey to the ark. When Esther woke she knew something curious was happening--a storm was in the air. Not just any storm but the biggest storm the world had ever seen. In lyrical and rhythmic text, with a common refrain of hurry hurry, Esther makes her way to the ark, encountering other animals along the way. Joys, troubles, and journeys are best shared, and so Esther finds her friend Solomon and together--with the help of a small miracle--they find a way to safety. This heartwarming picture book celebrates the importance of community and helping others, featuring two brave snails who embark on the journey of a lifetime.
In this upbeat picture book, acclaimed authors Irene Latham and Charles Waters bring key themes from their earlier collaborations (Can I Touch Your Hair? and Dictionary for a Better World) to a young audience.Rhyming verse describes different ways in which readers can be a bridge, from welcoming a new student and listening respectfully when someone else is talking to standing up to a bully and comforting a classmate who is upset.Nabila Adani's cheerful illustrations depict a diverse group of students, including young versions of Charles and Irene. Scan a Page Plus QR code at the end of the book to download a Bridge Builder Pledge. An ideal book to share with students in the fall to set the tone for the whole school year!
Inspired by The Twelve Days of Christmas, this picture book illustrates the many different forms that kindness can take, from veteran picture book author Irene Latham. On the first day of kindness, I will give to you a hug that's warm and true. There are many ways to be kind. Follow one girl as she expresses gratitude through kind deeds all her own--a smile or encouraging word or even shared snacks--and discovers one act of kindness inspires another. In this heartwarming lyrical text, twelve acts of everyday kindness are set to the tune of "The Twelve Days of Christmas." Along with vibrant and warm illustrations, this joyous read-aloud celebrates how small acts of kindness can be practiced at any age.
A powerful story told through linked poems which raise questions of race and identity in an honest and tangible way for younger readers. How can Irene and Charles work together on their classroom po
No kid knows more about zoo life than Whit. That's because he sleeps, eats and even attends home-school at the Meadowbrook Zoo. It's one of the perks of having a mother who's the zoo director and a fa
Agnes has a beak that can crush bones and arms and stretch wide as a car—but that doesn't make her a monster! After she comes across a postcard, Agnes, a giant Pacific octopus, strikes up a correspond
Presents a collection of poems about the different animals who come to a water hole on the African grasslands, including giraffes, impalas, lions, vultures, and elephants.
Eleven-year-old Whit's zookeeper parents have rarely allowed him to venture outside the Alabama zoo they run, but he stops seeing it as such a cage when he meets "Bird Girl," for whom the place is a r
A charming and significant story set prior to the Civil Rights Movement about a boy who finds a way to challenge segregation laws.Frank has always been obsessed with elephants. He loves their hosepipe
This beautiful poetry collection introduces readers to the art of found poetry as the poet writes a 37-line poem, “Nest,” then finds 160 smaller poems within it.What can you find in a poem about a rob
In these vivid poems, blueberries are flavor-filled fireworks,” cucumbers are a fleet of green submarines in a wicker sea,” lettuce tastes like butter and pepper and salt,” but sometimes I crunch into
A lush, soothing picture book about finding solace in the natural world.When the world fills with noise and fury,and the days pass, all rush and scurry,it's time to step into the forest.With lyrical t
