PreK-8

Based on the opera Turandot, the emperor's daughter does not want to get married. Each potential suitor must answer three things correctly or risk losing his head. A poor young man pretends to be a prince and, with his intelligence and cleverness,...

Olivia gets along well everyone; that's why she is surprised that she is left out of all the acts that signed up for her school's show. With the performance date drawing ever closer, will she manage to find a part?

This acclaimed graphic novel is based on the experiences of Omar and his brother Hassan in a UN refugee camp in Kenya. In spite of the hard conditions, Omar is given the opportunity to go to school, which gives him hope for a better future. Notes from...

Eleven-year-old Ellie has never liked change. She misses 5th grade, her old best friend, even her deceased goldfish. One day, a strange boy shows up who is bossy, cranky, and looks a lot like Ellie's grandfather, a scientist who's always been...

Through explanatory texts, biographies, and maps, this illustrated atlas allows readers to follow in the footsteps of history's most daring adventurers, including Marco Polo, David Livingstone, Charles Darwin, Alexander von Humboldt, Magellan, Francis...

Dawn is the newest member of the Baby Sitter's Club and she wants to make a good impression. Taking care of the Barrett children might be too much for her (or any baby sitter) to handle. Was joining the group a mistake?

Discover the fascinating origin of common greetings such as hello, ciao, and goodbye. This illustrated book also examines physical greetings such as handshaking, kissing, and bowing. It even discusses how Covid-19 has affected this very human...

Take a trip around the globe and discover the world's most fascinating markets. This illustrated book talks about markets throughout history, the different types of food sold in them, where certain foods originated, and much more. It contains a...

As editor of her class newspaper, Cara Landry allows a very personal story of divorce to be printed. The principal finds it inappropriate and sees it as an opportunity to fire Mr. Larson, Cara's teacher. The children rally to his support using the...

Mary Joslin has adapted 16 folktales from all over the world including Ghana, Ethiopia, Poland, India and Iraq. Reading comprehension questions are provided at the end of the anthology.

Claudia cannot compete with her perfect sister when it comes to school. Janine studies all the time and is even taking college-level classes. Will the two siblings be able to put their differences aside when something unexpected happens to a beloved...

Superhero Lucas wants to join his grandmother Ruth and his friend Leonor at the March 8th strike in favor of women's rights. That same day, the intergalactic wizards have decided to attack the Internet. Will Lucas and Leonor be able to contain the...

Bernardo, who is dyslexic, and Hugo, who stutters, decide to form a club to protect them from the kids who laugh at them. Slowly, more children join the Odd Club. This edition has been adapted from the original to make it easier to read.

This story about the problems caused by a wet book is told with a fun combination of screen shots, illustrations, and short chapters. Friendship can sometimes arrive when you least expect it.

After learning how to live on a faraway, wild island, Roz finds herself trapped on a farm. This new life presents different types of dangers: tornadoes and wolves. Desperate to escape and return to her island, she travels through the forest and into a...

Julia tells, in verse, the story of a girl born into a humble Puerto Rican family at the beginning of last century. With beautiful illustrations, it re-creates the time in which she grew up, and narrates how she became one of Puerto Rico's and Latin...

Welcome to Dot, the smallest planet in the Oma Galaxy and home to Quepi, Udai, and their grandfather. Due to an invasion by a lethal creature, they are forced to leave. This unexpected move is especially hard for Quepi, who possesses the unique ability...

After an argument, Mary Anne must find new people to sit with in the cafeteria. If that's not enough, she must also deal with an overprotective father and she cannot ask her friends for help with the children she watches. Will she be able to overcome...

Eleven-year-old Impy has always felt at home at the Renaissance Faire where her parents work. She starts middle school in the fall. She will soon learn that it's not so easy to spot heroes and villains in the real world like it is at the festival. ...

Upon arriving in high school, Malú gets into a fight with the school 'princess' and ignores the dress code, which really disappoints her mother. Her father, who now lives 1,000 miles away, tells her things will work out and she should remember the first...

Lety's first language is Spanish. She loves volunteering at the animal shelter. The cats and dogs do not mind if she makes a mistake speaking English. When the shelter asks someone to write profiles about the animals, Lety offers to help. Hunter, a...

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...

Love lifts us up higher than anything else. When we are cared for, respected, and supported, we feel capable of achieving everything. This book teaches readers about positive, supportive emotions including empathy, consideration, sincerity, and loyalty...

The iconic figures of the past that we love and admire have something in common with each and every one of us: they, too, were once young boys and girls. The collection Cuando los grandes eran pequeños tells in gentle verse the stories of children from...

Have you ever had a secret that you were ashamed to tell? Poor Stacey! She has just moved out of town, is getting used to her diabetes and, if that were not enough, there are always hiccups in his babysitting job. Luckily, she has three new friends:...

Georgina Lázaro presents the life of Mark Twain before he became the legendary writer we all know and love. Told in verse, and beautifully illustrated, this book will enrich units on American history and literature.

Do you know where the largest lake in South America is? Venezuela. Readers will be captivated by this vibrant book about the cultural traditions, festivals, music, art, dance, and cuisine of Venezuela. The culture of Venezuela is as multi-faceted as the...

Who are the people of Cuba? Readers will probe this question through this lively book about the cultural traditions, festivals, music, art, dance, and food of this Caribbean island nation. Analyzing how the country's history has shaped the cultural...

Mexico's resplendent culture is evidence of the rich heritage of its people. Readers will explore the converging cultures that have shaped Mexico, from ancient civilizations such as the Zapotec and Maya, to the French and Spanish. With vibrant...

Culture can be defined as the beliefs, practices, and arts of a group of people. The culture of Puerto Rico is as varied and intricate as the many people who live there. Readers will learn that before the arrival of the Spanish, Puerto Rico was called...

Located on the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean Sea, the Dominican Republic is a unique place with a rich cultural heritage. In this book, readers will learn that the Dominican Republic has the oldest European settlement in the Western Hemisphere,...

When her parents have to travel for work, Sara goes to live temporarily with her aunt, uncle, and beloved cousin Adela. Starting at a new school is never easy, especially when the teachers begin to act in a strange manner. This is something Sara wants...

Sara is feeling lucky. Her aunt and uncle have gotten a two-for-one deal and she can go camping with her cousin Adela for a whole week! The girls pool their money and decide to buy their Aunt Rosa a present. They choose a porcelain doll that is...

Allie comes from a family of overachievers; therefore, she is determined to win a medal, ribbon or trophy of her own. When she hears about a prestigious contest at school, she decides it's her time to shine. There is just one small problem: one of the...

Paloma Márquez travels to Mexico City for the first time. Her father, who died when she was young, was born there and she hopes she will remember something about him during her stay. In Mexico, she meets Lizzie and Gael, who ask her to help them find a...

Written by a pediatric endocrinologist, this book addresses the changes in a boy's body during puberty. It addresses common issues and concerns in a very open yet age-appropriate manner.

From an early age, a boy named José knew the importance of education and standing up for what is right. The truly gorgeous illustrations and verse of José richly portray the youth of José Martí, who became famous throughout the Americas as a writer and...

This book introduces children to King Midas, Icarus, Heracles, and many more gods and heroes of Ancient Greece. A glossary and series of comprehension questions appear at the end of the book to enhance understanding.

Presented in a question-and-answer format, this book teaches readers where food, clothes, and everyday items come from and how they are made. This includes oil used in salad dressing, tea, paper for notebooks, bottle corks, candles, soap, and silk for...

Hannah and her friend Mia decide to help the local animal shelter that could close due to lack of funds. They slowly get a lot of people involved, but cannot seem to get a new girl named Abi to drop her guard.