PreK-8

Gabriela lives in Mexico not far from an ancient Mayan city. She is fascinated by the archeological digs. Time is running out to find the ruler's tomb. Soon the equipment will be gone, unless a special parrot can lead the way.

Lena travels all over Russia with her musician parents. It's not easy making friends when you move all the time. She meets a boy named Nikita and the two share a magical experience thanks to a cat with golden eyes.

Two titans of English children's literature combined to create this version of Little Red Riding Hood that ends with a slight twist.

After battling monsters all night, a sleepy Princess in Black decides that she needs a vacation. After all, the Goat Avenger, a new hero who looks oddly familiar, has offered to protect the goats while she takes a much needed break. The very next day,...

Princess Magnolia and her unicorn, Frimplepants, are on their way to have brunch with Princess Sneezewort, an occasion Frimplepants enjoys more than anything in the world. Just when he can smell the freshly baked bread and the heaping platters of...

Since he was a child, Lonnie Johnston was always building things. While working for NASA, he came up with a splashingly good idea. Children will be delighted to learn the science behind the Super Soaker water gun.

Clear text and full-color photographs introduce children to the exciting world of rocks and minerals.

Packed with photographs, this book presents the life and accomplishments of the first Hispanic Justice of the Supreme Court.

Today is Princess Magnolia's birthday party, and she wants everything to be perfect. Just as her guests are arriving the monster alarm rings! Princess Magnolia runs to the broom closet, ditches her frilly clothes, and becomes the Princess in Black! She...

What was being a farmer like in the past? This book compares farming and farming equipment of today with farming of the past. Young readers will also learn about irrigation systems, pesticides, and organic farming. The table of contents, glossary, and...

When 14-year-old William Kamkwamba's Malawi village was hit by a drought, everyone's crops began to fail. Without enough money for food, let alone school, William spent his days in the library and figured out how to bring electricity to his village. ...

Narwhal and Jelly Jolt befriend a daring young otter. Join in the fun and adventure.

A young teacher is sent deep into the Amazon for her first job. Her prize possessions are her books. One morning, her students tell her that the Great Serpent is upset and she must go to higher ground. She dismisses this as just a legend, but heeds...

The smell of butter in the air at the drive-in proves too irresistible for Mercy. She must find the source of that enticing scent, but not everyone is happy to see a pig at the movies.

After Mercy eats her neighbors' freshly planted flowers, Eugenia calls animal control. Officer Francine Poulet knows to catch a pig, you have to think like a pig.

Mrs. Watson thinks Mercy should dress as a princess for Halloween. Mercy does not want to wear the costume until she hears there will be treats. A visit to the neighbors' house leads to unforgettable holiday mayhem.

One night, Mercy is awoken by a noise. She heads downstairs and discovers a thief in the house. Crime sure doesn't pay when there is a porcine wonder around!

Every Saturday, Mercy and the Watsons go for a drive. One day, a surprise guest not only ends up in the car; someone other than Mr. Watson ends up behind the wheel!

Mercy is a porcine wonder. She loves to snuggle with the Watsons and, of course, eat. Both things set off a hilarious chain of events for her owners and the entire neightborhood!

This book clearly explains the game of soccer to young children. It covers training, positions, rules, major competitions, legendary players, and much more.

Is the moon a star? Why does the sun shine? What is a shooting star? What is space travel? Find out the answers to these and other questions about the solar system.

The day that Billie B. is absent from school, Jack has such a great time watching ants with Alex that Billie B. gets a little jealous. Why do Billie B. and Jack get angry with each other on Jack's birthday? Will they make up?

Ruben wants a bike like Sergio's for his birthday, but his parents do not have a lot of money. One day, while in a store, he finds a bill on the floor. He picks it up thinking it's a dollar. When he gets home, he realizes it's $100. Now he has to...

This book provides four relaxation exercises that will help children express and overcome anger. The techniques that they learn will help them throughout their lifetime.

A father tries to tell his son the extraordinary story of Manuela the hen, but the boy keeps challenging certain details. Readers will love finally seeing what happens to Manuela when she leaves the egg factory where she works and gets to live out her...

These fanciful verses will make children view the moon in a completely different light.

This biography presents the inspirational story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah in picture book format. Born in Ghana with a severely deformed right leg, he became an activist for the rights of handicapped children.

Kate lives in London and dreams of being a writer. She makes up stories every day and shares them with her best friend, but, when she tries to write them down, nothing comes out right. Everything changes when she finds a strange notebook.

Louna lives in a small village in Morrocco. One day, she finds some precious stones that look like stars and she decides to give them to her new friend Omar. This present turns out to be magical.

Kapek has convinced the other Librarynauts to journey into a book on the Middle Ages. Readers will learn about knights, castles, and more.

With its collage illustrations, this biography teaches children about Malala Yousafzai and her courageous fight for the rights of girls all over the world. Information about Pakistan, the Taliban, the Malala Fund, and other humanitarian organizations is...

The Lorax becomes enraged when an entrepreneur builds a factory to make thneeds from Truffula trees, and creates so much pollution that the fish and the birds are forced to migrate.

Horton, the lovable elephant, tries to protect tiny creatures on a speck of dust in this delightful tale. The rhyming verse and touching message make this a Dr. Seuss classic.

Based on a true story and written by someone who witnessed it, this touching picture book is set in Venezuela. A man named Faoro found an orphaned, newborn caiman and brought her home. The bond they formed was unbreakable and everlasting. Information...

Everyone in Emma's class is excited to learn to ice skate, but when Emma discovers she is not good at it, she gives up. Fortunately, she receives a special gift that changes everything. Multiple choice questions and activities are provided at the end.

Akiko is bored when she has to stay with her grandmother in the Japanese country until she makes an amazing discovery that will change her life. Multiple choice questions and activities are provided at the end.

Pura Belpré was the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City. She was a fierce advocate of literacy and bilingual education. This illustrated biography introduces children to a truly remarkable woman.

Learn about the careers of cloud hunters, dragon trainers, leaf painters, and other extraordinary people. Each fanciful book comes with a poster.

Up-close photographs and concise, well-worded text introduce children to the fascinating world of ants.

Sonia Sotomayor shares the story of her life and reveals the huge influence reading had on her while she was growing up. This personal memoir will inspire every child to pursue his or her own dreams.