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“Powerful storytelling and immersive art.” —Kirkus Reviews(starred review)“Vibrant writing and magical realism lift this story to one of triumph.” —Publishers Weekly“Nolen's lively prose style recalls the richness of the oral tradition in this tale of triumphant courage and abiding hope.” —The Horn Book“A moving choice for children’s collections.” —BooklistA Parents’ Choice Silver Award RecipientIn this inspiring story in the tradition of American black folktales, an enslaved brother and sister are inspired by a majestic and mysterious bird to escape to freedom in this dramatic and unforgettable picture book.There was nothing civil aboutthat war.They should have called it what it was: a big, bad war.Brother and sister Millicent and John are slaves on Simon Plenty’s plantation and have suffered one hurt and heartbreak after another. Their parents had told them old tales of how their ancestors had flown away to freedom just as free and easy as a bird. Millicent and John hold these storie

“An amusing friendship story that's just right for reading aloud.” —Publishers Weekly“Everyone’s indeed a winner here.” —Kirkus Reviews“A sure bet for read-aloud fun.” —BooklistToy Story meets Cars in this sweet and relatable story that explores universal themes of friendship and growing up.Look out, world! There’s a shiny, new Bike in town. But what does this mean for rusty, old Trike?Trike is a rusty little fellow, a trusty little fellow, on three worn-down wheels. Now that Lulu has outgrown him, he’s lonely in the garage. But then a newcomer shows up. He’s shiny and big and has FOUR wheels. It’s BIKE! Gulp. Trike worries that Bike won’t know how to take care of Lulu. Bike won’t listen, and challenges Trike to a race. It’s ON!Who will win?

“McCanna's superb scansion never misses...Like its subject: full of bustling life yet peaceful.” —Kirkus ReviewsAcclaimed author Tim McCanna celebrates gardens, nature, and all sorts of critters in th

“A powerful story.” —The Horn Book“A worthy addition to children’s biography collections.” —Booklist“A solid treatment of an important but little-known figure, and it may prompt kids to think about th

Cowie is a donkey who feels like a cow on the inside. Will his friends help him make his dream come true? Find out in this sweetly told story about discovering your true self.Cowie was born a donkey but he knows he’s meant to be a cow. He wants to be a cow. Cows can graze in the meadow all day long and no one asks them to carry heavy packages. So, he stands with the cows in the barn but nothing happens. Will his dream ever come true, he wonders. Can Mousie and Duckie help Cowie feel happy in his own skin?

A busy boy and his dog learn to slow down and enjoy life together in this lyrical, rhyming picture book perfect for hurried families everywhere.For one busy boy, life is all hurry up, hurry down, hurr

“Readers will appreciate [Sara] as good literary company even as they develop sympathy for her struggles.” ―BCCB“It’s the vivid, insightful depiction of Sara’s internal struggles that readers will rem

WeeklyDiscover the incredible true story of Harlem Grown, a lush garden in New York City that grew out of an abandoned lot and now feeds a neighborhood.OnceIn a big city called New YorkIn a bustling neighborhoodThere was an empty lot.Nevaeh called it the haunted garden.Harlem Grown tells the inspiring true story of how one man made a big difference in a neighborhood. After seeing how restless they were and their lack of healthy food options, Tony Hillery invited students from an underfunded school to turn a vacant lot into a beautiful and functional farm. By getting their hands dirty, these kids turned an abandoned space into something beautiful and useful while learning about healthy, sustainable eating and collaboration.Five years later, the kids and their parents, with the support of the Harlem Grown staff, grow thousands of pounds of fruits and vegetables a year. All of it is given to the kids and their families. The incredible story is vividly brought to life with Jessie Hartland’

“Filled with kindness and hope…Heartbreaking…Necessary.” ―Booklist (starred review)Nadia’s family is forced to flee their home in Aleppo, Syria, when the Arab Spring sparks a civil war in this timely,

“A cozy whodunit that cheerfully affirms girls’ and women’s contributions to aerospace.” ―Kirkus Reviews“Comparisons with Nancy Drew and Sammy Keyes come to mind, but this satisfying mystery seems mor

“A gentle tale of inclusion and fairness that children will clearly understand.” ―Booklist (starred review)“A truly inspiring picture book that will resonate with both children and adults.” ―School Li

“The book has many laugh-inducing pages for independent readers, listeners, and viewers…” ―School Library Journal“Rollicking and joyous.” ―Booklist (starred review)“Silly, quirky...Make space on shelv

“This engaging romp will be a great way to initiate conversations about diversity, tolerance, and acceptance.”―Booklist (starred review)In the spirit of favorites like Stick & Stone and Spoon this war

Dive in and explore the wonders of the ocean and its inhabitants in this lyrical, fact-filled ode to the sea! This beautifully illustrated picture book features extensive nonfiction backmatter for fur

"An inspiring look at women who realized curiosity plus tenacity equals success." --Kirkus Reviews"[A] captivating compendium." --Publishers WeeklyDiscover the histories of twenty incredible female scientists in this inspiring biography collection from beloved author Martha Freeman and Google Doodler Katy Wu.Why do galaxies spin the way they do?What's the best kind of house for a Komodo dragon?Can you cure malaria with medicine made from a plant?The scientists and mathematicians in Born Curious sought answers to these and many other fascinating questions. And it's lucky for us they did. Without their vision, insight, and hard work, the world would be a sicker, dirtier, and more dangerous place.The twenty groundbreaking women--including Rosalind Franklin, Marie Tharp, Shirley Anne Jackson, and more--came from all kinds of backgrounds and had all kinds of life experiences. Some grew up rich. Some grew up poor. Some were always the smartest kid in class. Some struggled to do well in schoo

From the author of Strictly No Elephants comes a sweet picture book that explores themes of selflessness and empathy when a girl has the chance to make just one wish.In the grass, a girl finds an extr

Acclaimed author Jorey Hurley shows us how bees make and store honey in this bold and graphic picture book that includes informative backmatter on the process.With just one word on each page and the vivid illustrations Jorey Hurley is known for, Beehive showcases the cycle of bees making honey. Detailed backmatter further explains this fascinating natural process.