Children have lots of ideas for changing the world — and here are thirty-one fun and simple ways to get started.Small actions multiplied by lots of people equals big change! That’s the driving belief
"A sweet evening serenade for toddlers. . . .Cousins branches out in a more poetic direction." — KIRKUS REVIEWSMaisy and her friends have had a long day of play, and now the sun is setting, making pre
Danger and intrigue follow Becca and Doug into the Desert of Death in the gripping climactic episode of the Guild of Specialists trilogy.Deep in the Sinkiang Desert in China, forces converge in the ra
"Mackler’s unsentimental feel for how kids think and talk, and how they go about entering the grown-up world, makes V’s journey engrossing."— The New York Times Book ReviewEver since V’s mom dumped he
A great resource for teachers!Introducing READ, LISTEN, & WONDER!This vibrant book-and-CD series brings the best of our Read and Wonder nature stories to life.Each paperback title in the series in
A hardworking duck is rescued from life with a lazy old farmer in this classic tale of justice from Martin Waddell and Helen Oxenbury.Farmer Duck isn't your average duck. This duck cooks and cleans,
"An exciting story about a girl and her father who escape slavery. . . . Works well as a story and also as a lesson in African-American history." — SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNALNow that Hannah’s papa has dec
A teenager struggles through physical loss to the start of acceptance in an absorbing, artful novel at once honest and insightful, wrenching and redemptive.On a sunny day in June, at the beach with he
The amiable Mercy Watson takes an automobile ride she'll never forget in the second tale of an ebullient first chapter-book series by Kate DiCamillo and Chris Van Dusen.Mr. and Mrs. Watson's porcine w
The incorrigible Colin McNaughton sneaks a baby aboard a pirate ship with hilarious results in this kid-pleasing saga of pseudo-sword-fighting, smelly diapers, and hide-and-seek on the high seas. Oooh
From the one and only Kate DiCamillo comes an irresistible new hero for early chapter book readers, brightly captured with comic nostalgic flair by Chris Van Dusen.To Mr. and Mrs. Watson, Mercy is not
Looking for an escape from the heat? Kids will laugh out loud at the lively illustrations in Neal Layton’s tale of two fun-loving, enterprising mammoths.For wild and woolly mammoths like Oscar and Ara
Catherine Jinks spins a colorful tale loaded with action, down-and-dirty details of medieval life, and a healthy helping of sarcasm sure to appeal to teen readers - especially boys.Down on his luck an
Beeper is a friendly alien who enjoys baking, counting, painting, and flying!Based on what experts know about how children learn to read, BRAND NEW READERS are short, funny stories with words and pict
Kazam shows off her successful—and not so successful—magic tricks.Based on what experts know about how children learn to read, BRAND NEW READERS are short, funny stories with words and pictures that h
Look at Poojo go! This adorable dog was born without back legs, but that’s OK—because Poojo’s got wheels.What a good dog Poojo is! He’s a great friend to everyone and everything (pigeons and scooters
Discover the wonders of DNA in a fascinating new book from the creators of the award-winning Tiny Creatures and Many.Earth is full of life! All living things grow—plants, animals, and human beings. Th
When the sea otters disappear, why does their kelp forest habitat disappear, too?On the Pacific Coast of North America, sea otters play, dive, and hunt for sea urchins, crabs, abalone, and fish in the
An affecting biography of the author of Anne of Green Gables is the first for young readers to include revelations about her last days and to encompass the complexity of a brilliant and sometimes trou
In a sweet rhyming tale, a young child’s first skating adventure on a frozen pond ends with a cozy bedtime story.Tap and step,then slide and turn.Whoops! Fall down.That’s how we learn.On a brisk winte
In a captivating follow-up to April and Esme, Tooth Fairies, a master of whimsy sends his tiny heroines on another adventure.With their parents off on an urgent molar pickup, April and Esme are ready
In the series finale, Timmy Failure and his class create a hilarious film about his life — just in time for the holidays.Though I, Timmy Failure, have solved many notorious crimes and now wish t
There’s a poltergeist in Joe Quinn’s house, and Davie is determined to discover its source in this lively, hopeful graphic storybook from David Almond and Dave McKean.Joe Quinn has been te
Based on the shocking Beslan school siege in 2004, this is a brave and necessary story about grief, resilience, and finding your voice in the aftermath of tragedy.On the day she brings her sweet littl
What do set design, sound effects, and showmanship have to do with winning World War II? Meet the Ghost Army that played a surprising role in helping to deceive — and defeat — the Nazis.In
A captivating retelling of the story of Grace O’Malley, the Pirate Queen of Ireland, and her struggle to protect the friends, family, and country that she loved.A true daughter of the fearsome O
In a tender bedtime ritual, a parent elicits wishes from her little one, sparking imaginary journeys together before it’s time to sleep.For all the stars across the sky,Big and little and bright
From the author of Hour of the Bees comes another captivating story that deftly blurs the line between reality and magic — and will leave you wondering What if?The Loch Ness Monster. The Frogman
“Sherman captures perfectly the slow transition of a kid steeped in grief and misery to a boy who is slowly starting to trust, love, and hope again.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (sta
Baby’s big smile is about to get toothier.Ouch. Baby’s mouth feels funny. Something is happening, and it’s not just that a puddle of drool keeps escaping. There it is — a new tooth! And where there’s
There are so many amazing animals to be found in Australia — and many of them are found nowhere else in the world.Discover thirty-eight of the weird and wonderful creatures of Down Under —
An affecting biography of the author of Anne of Green Gables is the first for young readers to include revelations about her last days and to encompass the complexity of a brilliant and sometimes trou
Dive in between the covers of a whimsical, wonderful debut and discover that everything in the world is relative — including you.Look over there — the cat is between a table and a chair wi
Stunning close-up photography and a lyrical text implore children to look more closely at the world around them.Be still, and watch a single blade of grass.An ant climbs up to look around.A honeybee f
In a timeless tale of small moments and big victories, two boys’ singular obsession with an elusive prize pays off in a most surprising way.James has five quarters and Danny has four. That means
Every preschooler who is mad for machines will revel in this bright, boisterous picture book about the exciting process of building a road."Load the dirt. Load the dirt. Scoop and swing and drop.
By popular demand, Judy Moody herself steps into the spotlight in a story that is sure to have kids grinning — and believing.Judy and her friends are on the playground when Jessica Finch overhears a f
Look out! Here comes Rex! Children who love to construct — and those who love to destroy — will relate to this kid-pleasing tale that builds to a smashing finale.Gizmo, Sprinkles, and Wild are fed up.
A Newbery Medalist and a Caldecott Honoree offer a glorious, lyrical ode to poets who have sparked a sense of wonder.Out of gratitude for the poet’s art form, Newbery Award–winning author and poet Kwa
Winner of the 2009 Guardian Children's Fiction Prize Carnegie Medalist Mal Peet takes a searing look at the world of soccer and pop-celebrity culture — and the lives of three street kids caught in its
