Do you get books from a public library in your town or even in your school library? In many remote areas of the world, there are no library buildings. In many countries, books are delivered in unusual
Some monsters are actually scared of kids. But others are notand the problem withnot being scared of kids is nearly insurmountable. How is a monster to become friends with a kid when being helpful is
Shiny, huge, heavy machinery rolls onto the job site—the bulldozer, excavator, loader, and other construction vehicles all have important tasks to accomplish. Through double-page spreads of colorful d
From the editors of Highlights’ ever-popular Puzzlemania and Puzzle Buzz series, this curated collection of word-seeking fun will keep word-loving kids entertained for hours. Formatted in an on-the-go
Did you know that octopuses can eject ink in the shape of a ghostly octopus or detach a wiggling arm while jetting away to safety? Or that their skin can change color for camouflage? Octopuses are the
A collection of more than 60 clever and creative mazes designed especially for beginning puzzlers. With bright artwork and a variety of maze styles, these books are sure to catch and keep the attentio
When ten-year-old Celie’s father gives her a journal and a punching bag for her birthday, he tells her they’ll help her work through her feelings, and wow—does she have feelings to work through. Her b
In 1965, as the grapes in California’s Coachella Valley were ready to harvest, migrant Filipino American workers—who picked and readied the crop for shipping—negotiated a wage of $1.40 per hour, the s
Lola’s back! She patched things up with frenemy Amanda Anderson, but it’s not happily ever after for these two best friends, at least not yet. Lola doesn’t want to share Amanda, especially not with Je
Highlights for Children’s often-imitated, never-equaled Hidden Pictures puzzles have delighted children—and adults—for over 67 years. This engaging series brings an exciting new element to everyone’s
Highlights for Children’s often-imitated, never-equaled Hidden Pictures puzzles have delighted children—and adults—for over 67 years. This engaging series brings an exciting new element to everyone’s
Highlights for Children’s often-imitated, never-equaled Hidden Pictures puzzles have delighted children—and adults—for over 67 years. This engaging series brings an exciting new element to everyone’s
The god Anubis invites young readers on a tour of the Land of the Dead while describing how the sun god, Ra, and he fight the forces of chaos and destruction every night until sunrise, in an introduct
Traces the true story of prospectors Stanley Pearce and Marshall Bond, who joined thousands of men along the dangerous Chilkoot and White Passes to seek their fortunes in the gold fields of Canada, in
An engaging book that challenges popular fear-based assumptions reveals how most of the world's scorpion species are not dangerous and only sting to subdue prey or protect themselves also provides viv
Tired of being called on last in class because her name falls at the end of the alphabet, second-grader Lola Zuckerman aspires to beat her ex-best friend--whose last name begins with A--in the school'
In this riveting story about an important friendship, Selene Castrovilla introduces young readers to the tender side of George Washington when he meets the youthful Marquis de Lafayette during the Rev
It's morning at the rodeo. Riders are standing by. Horses are in the chutes. "Cowboy up!" the announcer calls. Then the excitement begins In this riveting collection, narrative poems give voice to the
In this ingenious picture book, Children's Poet Laureate J. Patrick Lewis invites you to visit the Face Bug Museum. There, readers can meet fourteen bugs in Lewis's sly, humorous poems; gaze upon gian
In this latest addition to the Biggest, Littlest! series, award-winning author Sandra Markle explores the diverse world of bats. How does being big help one kind of bat? How does being little help ano
Goose and Bear are making surprises for each other. But what about Fox? She is hoping beyond hope that one of the presents is for her. But what if it isn't? Even though her hope may turn to disappoint
Bobbie and Joanie are best friends and best cousins, and they do everything together. So when Joanie has to get glasses, Bobbie figures she’ll get them, too—especially once she discovers the fabulous
Eddy's a science geek and has problems communicating with others. The combination gives the class bully, who pretends to be Eddy's friend, plenty of ammunition. Eddy Thomas can read a college physics
Seed. Soil. Sun. With these simple ingredients, nature creates our food. Noted author Cris Peterson brings both wonder and clarity to the subject of agriculture, celebrating the cycle of growth, harve
Presenting the amazing Harry Kellar! The first magician to receive international fame! The most well-known illusionist at the turn of the twentieth century! The model for the Wizard of Oz! Author Gail
Are kids going to love this book? Is a frog waterproof? The latest title in the popular Strange and Wonderful series delivers the awe-inspiring variety of the world’s hoppiest amphibians. The goliath
The lovable odd couple of Bear and Goose are back, and their friendship is tested once again. Goose believes that the paper in Bear's hand could only be a treasure map. Soon, much to Bear's exasperati
At the 1948 Olympics in London, members of the U.S. Women’s Track and Field team went down to defeat one by one. Any hope of winning rested on Alice Coachman. Thousands of spectators stayed late for t
Young Prometheus Jones and his cousin Omer join a cattle drive that will eventually take them to Texas, where Prometheus hopes his father lives, and they find adventure and face challenges as African
Best-selling New Zealand author Joy Cowley, author of hundreds of books, including the classic Mrs. Wishy-Washy, offers an indispensable manual for those who are called to write for children. Brimming
A tiny bird. A giant discovery. It's rare to find a modern-day mystery concerning the location of a bird's nest, but until the 1970s, no one knew where the marbled murrelet laid its eggs. The little b
Birds offer endless fascination for those of us patient or lucky enough to catch a glimpse. Fortunately, award-winning writer Jane Yolen and photographer Jason Stemple once again give readers the chan
The first Jewish baseball hall-of-famer, Hank Greenberg battled anti-Semitism on and off the field. He was raised in New York City, the son of Romanian-Jewish immigrants, and went on to become a baseb
Presents information on the different types of sharks, discussing size and the various physical features which sharks use to either capture prey or defend themselves against other predators.
Seed, Soil, Sun. With these simple ingredients, nature creates our food. Once again, noted author Cris Peterson brings both wonder and clarity to the subject of agriculture, celebrating the cycle of g
Scientists discover the secrets of the Komodo dragon. This strange creature inspired myth and legend, luring brave souls into the forests of Indonesia to see if the tales were true. In the end, it att
What would it be like to live sixty feet below the ocean waves? Author Ken Mallory and photographer Brian Skerry found out. They spent a week in the Aquarius underwater laboratory on a coral reef off
Who were the first humans to reach North America? When and how did they arrive? Noted author David L. Harrison explores the various theories of North America's first people: Some evidence suggests tha
Dazzling wordplay sets young imaginations spinning. Rebecca Kai Dotlich pays poetic tribute to things that shake or slap, whoosh or whirl, swirl or spill in this captivating book of verse. With charmi
You see them feeding along the sides of roads or flying to the tops of trees. They are known as common crows, but there is nothing common about them. The familiar sound of "caw, caw, caw" is just one
