PreK-8

When Sam's parents go on a trip, he is forced to stay with his aunt and uncle, his annoying cousin Prune, and the strange creatures his aunt keeps in the castle. When a dragon named Godfrey becomes trapped in a well, Sam and Prune find something that...

This beloved classic tells the story of a special friendship that develops between Wilbur the pig and Charlotte the spider.

Michelle Obama never considered a life in politics--and now she is our First Lady. This easy-to-read biography is filled with photos of the entire Obama family. It charts Michelle's life from her childhood in Chicago, her years at Princeton and Harvard...

Alfredo Alva, along with help from his neighbor Deborah Mills, shares the story of how he crossed the border illegally with his father. He was able to become a citizen thanks to a government amnesty program and, four years later, his entire family was...

Alfredo Alva, along with help from his neighbor Deborah Mills, shares the story of how he crossed the border illegally with his father. He was able to become a citizen thanks to a government amnesty program and, four years later, his entire family was...

How are volcanoes created? What is a crater? Are there volcanoes below the ocean? Are they useful? This book teaches children all about these living mountains.

This award-winning book of poetry pays homage to the strong women who are at the heart of their families.,

Dog Man is still learning a few tricks of the trade. Petey the cat is out of the bag, and his criminal curiosity is taking the city by storm. Something fishy is going on! Can Dog Man unleash justice on this ruffian in time to save the city, or will...

A few days before Christmas, someone steals the Statue of Liberty's crown! Help Detective X solve the case. Information on famous landmarks, questions about the Statue of Liberty, and interesting facts about New York City are provided at the end of the...

This book transports readers to 22 countries on five different continents. It provides cultural information and fascinating facts about each one. The combination of photographs and illustrations is visually appealing and will engage children.

These five short stories show how different families celebrate the Day of the Dead in Mexico.

Irene hears a strange noise inside her house. All of a sudden, a hen starts following her everywhere. Irene soon grows weary of the bird and decides to get rid of it. Once she does this, a witch appears threatening her if she does not produce the hen...

Zitlally feels lonely after her father is deported to Mexico for speeding. She searches for comfort in the woods behind her trailer. There she finds a dog with a patch over its eye that resembles a star. She believes it is the spirit animal of her...

In this funny, poignant graphic novel memoir, Cece Bell chronicles her hearing loss at a young age and her subsequent experiences with the Phonic Ear, a very powerful--and very awkward--hearing aid. The Phonic Ear gives Cece the ability to hear, but...

This biography, written and illustrated with children in mind, details the life of Celia Cruz, the Queen of Salsa. From her birth in Havana, Cuba, to her funeral in Miami, author Ivar Da Coll uses poetry and humor to describe the important milestones in...

This exquisite selection of poems features sixteen Latin American writers from a variety of cultures--from Mexico to Tierra del Fuego. All the poets selected have something very important in common: they have all written for children at some point in...

Told in the style of the oral tradition, this book presents the history of the Native People of the Americas, including life before the arrival of the Europeans, the expansion of the United States, and the practice of sending children to Indian Schools. ...

George and Harold from Captain Underpants fame have created a new hero who digs into deception, claws after crooks, and rolls over robbers. When Greg the police dog and his cop companion are injured on the job, a life-saving surgery changes the course...

The Heffleys decide to go away for Christmas to avoid all the stress of the holidays. A tropical island should be just what the doctor ordered for a little rest and relaxation, but, their dream trip turns into a nightmare. Will they be able to do...

Mía and Morena are friends, neighbors, and business partners. Their latest venture involves building a homework machine and selling its services to their classmates. The machine does not work according to plan. What will they do with all the pending...

A stray dog in Russia gets captured by some people who name her Laika. She ends up changing the world by becoming the first animal to ever orbit the Earth!

The American Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s marked a shift in how African Americans were treated in the United States. This volume highlights the important events and figures that made this movement successful. The book introduces readers...

People who identify as LGBTQ are often treated with inequality and violence. Until recently, they were viewed as sick or even criminals. This volume gives important insight into the injustices faced by LGBTQ individuals, and the activists and groups that...

Since the days of westward expansion and the Mexican American War, people of Mexican descent have faced great discrimination in the United States. This volume introduces readers to the historical background of the Mexican American civil rights movement,...

Mount Vernon, George Washington's residence, holds a special place in US history and in the hearts of many Americans, but its history of slavery has remained largely hidden until recently. This thought-provoking volume uses the discoveries of...

Many everyday objects are powered by electricity, but what exactly is it, where does it come from, and how does it work? The intriguing images, detailed diagrams, and stimulating sidebars will keep students connected to the text. The fun lab activity ...

Gabriel has moved to a new country where everything strikes him as strange. The language is different, he has a pair of archenemies at school, and his math teacher appears to be an alien that wants to attack Earth. Good thing he is an expert in super...

One dark and stormy night, all the mammoths flee and leave the Cavemice without milk. Geronimo sets off to find where they have gone and avoid going extinct in the process.

Heidi does not want to participate in the school talent show because she is convinced she cannot do anything well. She changes her mind, however, when she finds a special pair of shoes that will make her a great dancer.

Who dug all those holes in the Esplanade? Oliver and Tiril soon find an old map with strange markings. Will they be able to solve the case of the man in black?

Kiatovski will stop at nothing to find out why Oliver, the goalie for the Goleadores del Callejón soccer team, seems to be missing balls on purpose during the tournament.

This bilingual biography, interspersed with excerpts from Versos sencillos, shows how José Martí was inspired to fight for freedom in his native Cuba, even when he was exiled in New York. The detailed afterword offers more information about his life and...

Journalist Adriana Carranca visited Swat soon after Malala was shot. She wrote this biography from what she observed and what she learned while there. It uses a combination of illustrations, photographs, and text to teach children about the courage and...

Mexican author and singer Margarita Robleda has created a unique look at the immigrant experience in the United States through her endearing character Paco, based on the life of a young Guatemalan child the author met in Houston. Paco's family moves to...

This illustrated anthology contains poems from leading Spanish and Latin American writers from all time. They include Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer, Rubén Darío, Gabriela Mistral, and Amado Nervo. Brief biographies are included for each one.

Nate's luck is changing for the better, but just how long will this good streak last?

Told from the perspective of his daughter, the life of renowned Mexican artist Diego Rivera is described and presented along with his most influential works and stunning family photographs. This bilingual book will teach about the life and legacy of one...

It's almost time for the school science fair and while Heidi and Stanley are busy working on their project, Heidi begins to find little gifts on her desk and in her cubby. Who could her secret admirer be? Will she find the answer in her Book of Spells?

After the death of his son Icarus, Daedalus turns his attention to his nephew Perdix, who has the same talent for inventions. This illustrated classic shows readers the beauty in everyday things.

Greg finds an old video camera and decides making a scary movie with Rowley is a fantastic idea. Will he double down or just double his troubles?