Pippa wants a dog more than anything else in the world, but her mother will not let her. Maybe she will change her mind if she sees how well Pippa takes care of the class hamster…

A mixture of popular tales and literary lore, this anthology celebrates Hispanic culture and its many roots --Indigenous, African, Arab, Hebrew, and Spanish. Four leading Latino artists brilliantly illustrate the twelve stories in this collection, which...

When Miguel and Juanita move from New York City to Vermont with their mom following their parents’ divorce, family life is pretty much turned on its ear. Then, Tía Lola comes to 'visit' from the Dominican Republic, giving a farmhouse in Vermont a...

Camilla loves lima beans, but she never eats them because the other kids in her school don't like them. As a matter of fact, she is so worried about what other people think of her that she suddenly breaks out in stripes. This funny story teaches a lesson...

Nick Allen is very bright, but he often gets into trouble at school. When he starts fifth grade with Mrs. Granger--who has a reputation for never letting her students get away with anything--it looks like his trouble-making days are over. However, he...

In this humorous tale of jealousy and brotherly love, Lilly's attitude toward her baby brother Julius creates quite a stir at home. Her parents try to reason with her, but she won't change her mind until her cousin says that Julius is ugly. This prompts...

Five years ago, Wendy showed up in the woods. Her brothers never appeared. Now, more children are disappearing. Wendy does not want to open that wound, answer any more police questions, or feel hopeful. Suddenly, an unconscious boy falls from the sky...

Emmy Jackson has millions of followers. She doesn't mince words when it comes to talking about parenting. She no longer has privacy and the demands of her online life have taken a toll on her marriage. She has become someone's dark obsession. This...

Gelatina wants her older brother Roberto to pay attention to her, but he is busy writing a story on his computer. He eventually agrees to read her one book. When he refuses to read a second one, she decides to make up a story of her very own.

Hedgehog has been waiting all winter to give Turtle a hug. He can't find him anywhere. A wise owl tells him the longer the wait, the bigger the hug. He turns out to be right!

Isadora is learning a lot about space at school. One night, when following a shooting star that fell from the sky, she meets a bright new friend. Her name is Nova and she shouldn't be on Earth. On top of that, she has lost Pluto, her lunar kitty! ...

In which season do strawberries grow? What is inside a watermelon? What color are the flowers on an apple tree? Lift the flap to find out the answers to these and other questions. A visual guide at the end teaches children in which seasons the...

Most people think smart machines are modern inventions, but technology has helped humans for centuries. This oversized, illustrated book presents smart machines over time, and also examines the ethical issues these machines can raise.

After a snack at Tiger's house, everyone has to pick up the containers and leftover food. Tiger doesn't know if he should put them in the same bag. Elephant, Crocodile, and Orangutan teach him about recycling.

It's super hot in the jungle and the four friends decide to take a dip. Tiger, Crocodile, and Orangutan quickly get in the water, but what's going on with Elephant? He finally tells them that he’s afraid because he does not know how to swim.

Orangutan has invited Crocodile, Elephant, and Tiger to a slumber party. When it comes time for bed, Orangutan wants to keep playing. Will his friends be able to convince him to go to sleep?

Crocodile is scared when he experiences his first loose tooth. He imagines it's the start of many terrible things. His friends reassure him that he has nothing to worry about.

Accompany baby through his nightly routine in this rhyming board book. He says hello to the moon, enters the wonderful world of dreams, and awakes with the sun, ready for the new day.

Jisu's traditional Korean parents are worried by her apparent lack of interest in school and her future. Working with the best matchmaker is Seoul is the first step to ensuring success. She promises her parents she will go on all the dates while she...

One night, the fairy that lives under a little girl's bed asks the child to do her job tomorrow because she has a cold. The girl uses her ingenuity to be as helpful, generous, creative, inventive, friendly, magical, and attentive as the fairy.

With very little text, this picture book conveys the profound message that to achieve our goals, sometimes we just need a little encouragement.

After befriending an old stray cat, a boy tells his furry friend that, one day, he would like to own a plane. The cat lets him know there are other ways to fly. She tells him how to save a dragon on a faraway island. Generations of readers have loved...

Rex has lost his specs and his whole world is topsy-turvy. He accidentally washes his face in the toilet bowl, uses an owl as a towel, and confuses his friends for bad guys!

Agatha is not happy about moving and changing schools. Accompanied by Mooncat, she learns to enjoy this new adventure.

Do you know how to read your chart? Where does astrology come from? Are horoscopes useful? How are the cards dealt? This practical guides answers those and many more questions as it introduces you to the magic of Tarot and astrology.

Join in the fun as children enjoy playing eight of the world's most popular sports, including running, baseball, and soccer. Information about all the sports is provided at the end.

What's more fun than blowing bubbles? Manny, Olivia, and Mei have different shape wands. What will each one's bubbles look like?

Katherine Johnson loved to count, and she was exceptional at math. When she finished eighth grade at just 10 years of age, her family had to move because the high school near her house did not accept African American students. Her mathematical genius...

Karen cannot babysit like her older sister Kristy, but cat sitting she can do! She forms the Kittycat Club. Now, all she needs is someone to hire her and her friends.

A grandmother takes her grandchildren to her special garden where they learn about the healing powers and wonders of rocks.

Adam Moynihan's life was perfect until his brother died. Now his family has fallen to pieces. Jolene Timber's life is nothing like she sees in the movies, at least not the happy films. As the daughter of divorced parents, she has witnessed her shares...

Who wouldn't want a dragon for a pet? The child in this book describes what it's like living with one.

Sonya's father brings her three chicks, which she takes care of as if she were their mother. They grow up and thrive under her loving care. One night, a fox comes and takes one of her beloved chickens. She's brokenhearted, but her father comforts...

In this cumulative story, a garden bursts into life with the blossoming of a rose. Different types of flowers appear and soon insects and animals frolic among the plants.

It's Christmas Eve in Harlem, but Lolly and his mother will not be celebrating because they are still reeling from the gang-related shooting of Lolly's brother. Everything changes when Lolly is given two bags filled with Legos. These Legos provide a...

Do you know where honey comes from? In this rhyming, informative picture book, a little boy explains how his grandfather takes care of bees. A recipe for his grandmother’s yummy apple honey muffins is included.

Every day, young Sonia's mother would ask her what she did that day to help others. This inspirational story will show readers what they can do to help in their community. They will learn that kindness is contagious and helping others makes the world a...

Charles Darwin was an independent thinker. His ideas about the origin of life, natural selection, and evolution were revolutionary. This book presents his life and scientific research in a picture book format.

This bittersweet love story between a caterpillar and a tadpole takes an ironic turn for the worse once the two evolve into their respective animals (frog and butterfly). The surprise ending will surely capture the attention of the reader. This book may...

First published in 1984, The House on Mango Streeet, a bold and unforgettable coming-of-age story by a little-known young writer named Sandra Cisneros, was instantly recognized as a seminal work in the blossoming field of Chicana literature. Cisneros's...