PreK-8

The fact that sound travels as a vibration might really blow readers' minds, especially those in need of help understanding this science curriculum topic. Including simple discussions of the sound barrier and volume, the main content covers all aspects...

There's so much more to heat than hot and cold! How it moves, keeps us warm in the winter, and helps us cook our food is all part of this key science topic. Graphic organizers reinforce important topics for visual learners and those using the books as a...

This oversized, illustrated book introduces children to the fascinating world of botany. It teaches them flower parts, pollination, plant defenses, the significance of flowers in different rituals, and much more. Readers are invited to find hidden...

Since Amalia is the best seamstress in town, she is asked to make an official flag. Each time she finishes one of her magnificent creations, she finds someone in need of her handiwork. When it's finally time to unveil the flag, the citizens of...

This oversized picture book features a bear that always arrives late. When he gets in trouble, his human family decides to teach him how to tell time. He learns the value of being punctual and organizing his schedule.

Would you like to have your own garden? This book teaches children how to create one in their yard, on their balcony or even on a windowsill! Readers will also learn how to make a terrarium, insect hotel, bird feeder, and much more.

After Toni sees an ad for Ronaldo Flash cleats, he wants them more than anything. When neither his mother nor his grandfather will buy him a pair, he decides to work to buy them. Each time he earns a little money, something always seems to happen. ...

What are all those oyster shells doing on the mountain high? Did they fall from the sky? This illustrated book teaches children about fossils and geology in a very unique way.

Equality is a contentious issue in our society today. This is why it's important for students to be given information related to equality so they can come to reasonable conclusions of their own. Using age-appropriate language, this book discusses...

Each year for her birthday, the narrator of this story writes a list of the presents she would like. This year, however, her parents ask her to only pick things that cannot be owned. This edition has been adapted from the original to make it easier to...

Born into slavery, Frederick Douglass relied on his own determination and ingenuity to carve a path to freedom. Once free, he dedicated his life to improving the lives of others and fighting for justice and equality. This inspirational biography uses...

The life of the Sonsonete family changes when they are sent a box that knows lots of folk songs. A contest is organized to see who can defeat this musical box. Children will discover the beauty of these traditional songs.

Ofelia does not like her appearance and is convinced she would be happier is she could transform herself into something other than a sheep. When she locates a fox pelt, she thinks her dream has come true, but she learns the hard way that it's better...

The animals have grow tired of the Lion's brazen acts. Once he diverts the river water to fill his pool, they decide to hold elections and choose a new leader. As the candidates sign up and run their campaigns, children will learn a lot about the...

Rosa's friends do not want to go swimming with her because, due to her weight, she makes a big splash and takes up a lot of space. She's horrified when she learns that she is referred to as the big-butted hippo. At first, she believes her friends when...

The text in this book is an excerpt from Frida Kahlo's diary. It talks about an imaginary friend that remained an important memory throughout her life. Information about the painter is provided at the end.

Told in the first person, this book introduces children to the life and of innovative educator Maria Montessori. The book contains a timeline and comprehension questions.

You might think that the Super Minis are just two kids playing in costumes, but they will surprise everyone when they actually find a super villain! This book comes with a separate workbook with fun activities to test reading comprehension.

The magic tree house transports Jack and Annie to Victorian England in order to help Charles Dickens. The famous author ends up rescuing them, and they learn about the sad memories that plague him. Can Jack, Annie, and three friendly ghosts save him...

Jack and Annie are sent to Ireland to inspire a girl named Augusta to share her creativity with the world. The two use a special whistle to show her a magical world. Things do not go quite according to plan.

Merlin sends Jack and Annie to New Orleans in 1915 to inspire young Louis Armstrong to bring jazz to the world. The brother and sister duo soon discovers the city is haunted!

The Magic Tree House transports Jack and Annie to an opulent palace in 18th-century Eu-rope to attend a party. There, they meet a little boy who gets them into big trouble.

Our famous little superheroes are in search of adventures to save the world. At the same time, they are determined to win a comic book contest. They will just have to defeat their rivals to achieve this goal.

With the help of a new babysitter and a healthy imagination, Raul manages to overcome his fears.

Can the Bad Guys save the world from Dr. Marmalade's meowing monsters? They will need help from some unlikely characters.

After Ricardo and his family move to the country, his cat starts acting strangely. He often disappears and comes back with a series of gifts. What could he be up to?

When the director of the Verne School notices that none of the students did projects on women for Science Day, she takes them all on a magical journey to meet Ada Lovelace, Rosalind Franklin, and others. This chapter book contains activities at the end...

The Bad Guys have a new mission: save 10,000 chickens from a high-tech farm. In order to do so, they will need to deal with its security system--including lasers--and Mr. Serpent's appetite!

José M. Hernández recounts his rise from migrant farm worker to astronaut in this bilingual autobiography. Readers will be inspired to see how he never gave up and was able to achieve his dream.

The author shares his experiences of fleeing the civil war in El Salvador and sneaking across three borders with his father in order to join his mother in the United States. One constant and solace during the journey were the new shoes his mother sent...

When students return from break, they discover that a very old tree is going to be cut down to make way for a new school building. Protests immediately start and the children soon choose sides both for and against the construction. The principal...

Gorillas, wolves, chickens, and kangaroos all have something in common. Their individual members must all find their places within their groups. These power struggles can be dangerous! Read about the fierce world of animal alphas and how they make it to...

Ideal for explaining the plight of refugees to children, this moving picture book parallels the migration of geese in the winter with a family that must leave a war-torn region. Both must go away for survival, even though the journey could be dangerous...

Our nation's laws go through a long process before they are enacted. Bills are scrutinized and researched by committees in both the House and Senate and may be rewritten several times before they pass. This book breaks down the complicated process into...

Eva, a daring fairy, must travel from planet to planet to obtain what she needs to make a star for a friend's magic wand. In so doing, she teaches the reader about the solar system. This chapter book contains activities to enhance comprehension.

Sam, Antonio, and Lucia know that their school is alive, but they are surprised to discover that the woods around the school are also alive. Soon they get trapped in a wild maze. Will they find their way out?

This full-color anthology presents 11 classics by Hans Christian Andersen including The Snow Queen, The Princess and the Pea, The Ugly Duckling, and Thumbelina.

Renowned author Julia Alvarez re-creates the legend of Dominican folk character La Vieja Belen in this delightful bilingual rhyming story, beautifully illustrated by Dominican artist Ruddy Núñez. Alvarez's retelling keeps the magic of the traditional...

In the fourth book of the My Weird School Series, second-grader A.J. and his friends learn all about art from a teacher who wears a dress made of pot holders and doesn't believe in throwing anything away.

Never before has school been this mixed up or this much fun! When the class shows up they find Mrs. Roopy, the new librarian, dressed first as George Washington and then as Little Miss Muffet. She won't even admit that it's her! Can A.J. and his...