PreK-8

This is the last book written by Shel Silverstein before his death in 1999. Bursting with the poet's characteristic humor and originality, this is a brilliant collection of short poems and drawings. Children will find these funny poems and their zany...

Mateo is a cobbler's apprentice who loves to spend time listening to the sailors of 13th- Century Venice talk about the amazing places they have visited. One day, while playing with his friend Patrizia, they end up locked in a trunk. When they finally...

In this excellent novel of survival set during World War II, Philip, a young white boy, is blinded when the Germans torpedo his ship. Stranded on a tiny Caribbean island with Timothy, an old black sailor, Philip must learn to overcome his prejudice and...

Two young Spanish students win a contest in school, and, as a prize, are given the opportunity to travel to the Middle East. The boys journey down the Nile where they discover a world of adventure and encounter a culture very different from their own...

This lively novel by acclaimed author Pam Muñoz Ryan combines biography and magical realism. It is about the early life of Chilean writer Pablo Neruda.

In this poetry collection, the author pays homage to beloved characters found in fairy tales and classic works of literature as well as their authors. These poems serve as an excellent vehicle for discussing universal themes such as the passage of time,...

In March 2000, a suitcase arrived at a children's Holocaust education center in Tokyo, Japan. On the outside, appeared the words: Hana Brady, May 16, 1931, and Waisenkind-the German word for orphan. In a suspenseful journey, Fumiko Ishioka, the center's...

Twelve-year-old Rosa hardly remembers the home she shared with her loving parents before she was kidnapped at the age of four. Since then, she has traveled with Uncle, an abusive con artist, who has been convinced by a fortune-teller that Rosa will make...

A Cuban boy narrates the story of his best friend, Alain, who sets out to sea with his parents on a dangerous voyage in search of a better life. This book about the strong bonds that stem from childhood friendships describes the plight of many Cuban...

Estrella, a bright 6th grader, requires special care, which often make her feel uncomfortable. However, life-changing events make her realize that it's not what's on the outside that counts, but how big and special her heart is.

This poetic anthology will captivate the imaginations of many readers. Gerardo Diego uses his remarkable talent to explore the elements of everyday life, making the familiar beautiful and moving.