PreK-8

The hairy green monster no longer frightens people. It's not that he's not scary; no one lives in the town anymore. If he still wants to be a monster, then he will have to move to the city. He finds himself a house, hides in the closet, and waits…

Prolific, beloved Spanish children's book author Vicente Muñoz Puelles has adapted H.G. Wells's classic for middle grade readers.

Long, long ago, the Sun posed a challenge to all the birds. Whoever could fly the closest to him would be named king. This book, which introduces children to the kinglet bird, proves that size does not matter.

After the death of her grandfather, Josy discovers that she has inherited his hive. The girl, who lives in a big city, does not know anything about beekeeping, but she soon discovers a passion for it. When part of the swarm escapes and engulfs Josy,...

Boris and Mimi have a new destination: Peru. Faraway from their father and without cellphones, the siblings learn about one of the oldest civilizations in the country. The wisdom of the Peruvian ancestors draws them into a mystery of huge importance to...

Narrated by a dog named Lilo, who has self-esteem issues due to his small paws, this is the story of his owner, an 11-year-old girl named Emi. Emi receives anonymous bullying messages on her phone. Lilo and his friends want to find out why she cries...

Do you want to know how mummies were made? Is there really a mummy's curse? Find out the answers to these and other questions about the morbid mummification process.

What would you do without teeth? We need them to eat and talk. Do you know how to brush properly or how cavities are created? This book teaches you all about the secret life of teeth.

Dagfrid is not your typical Viking girl. She does not like the typical gender roles or the fish diet she is forced to eat. She decides to sew herself some pants, build a boat, and conquer new lands.

Gracie, the foster cat, has come to Binky's space station. Could she be a robot or an alien? When he finds out the truth about her, his skills as a space agent are put to the test.

It's Wednesday! Which means it's time for Jim Panzee's weekly Wednesday walk. He wakes up, stretches a little, grabs his stress orange, and sets off. Jim's favorite part of the walk is the blissful silence. When he's alone, he can hear all the jungle...

Sam Collier is nothing back in London. When he becomes a page to Captain John Smith and sets sail for the New World, he cannot believe his good luck. It turns out, the New World is nothing like he expected. The coast of Virginia is beautiful and...

Teo loves dinosaurs, especially the T-Rex given to him by his father who he has not seen in a while. Teo has a weak heart that needs 'batteries' like his toys. To fix it, Teo would need to see his dad again even though his mother is against it. Maybe...

Children will love this lyrical, illustrated adaptation of The Little Red Hen. This book comes with a separate workbook with fun activities to test reading comprehension.

The five short stories in this book are all connected by the presence of a condor. They transport the reader to a mythical time, and all have important messages. This book comes with a separate workbook with fun activities to test reading comprehension.

Aru Shah cannot remember what she asked for from the wish tree, but she's certain it was not for a new sister, Kara. Since Kara appears to be the only person capable of helping her escape from the Sleeper, she will have to trust her. Aru is not sure if...

For many years, the little house has existed undisturbed on a hill, surrounded by friendly trees. When the tranquility and harmony of the hilltop are interrupted by the tall buildings that spring up all around, the house grows sad. The kind great-great...

From the mountains of Ethiopia comes this tale about a newlywed woman named Danite who is not completely happy because her stepson does not love her. She journeys far and submits to a difficult test in order to win his approval.

Matias lives by the sea with his grandfather, who makes small model boats. One day Matias notices a change in his grandfather and what appears only as a small mystery turns out to be the beginning of a great adventure.

This illustrated biography introduces children to the extraordinary life of Congresswoman Barbara Jordan. A detailed timeline is included.

This novel presents Charlotte's point of view. It provides wonderful insight into life in fifth grade.

After hearing a story about a robin who tries to put out a fire, Mia and her class realize that even though they are small, they can make a difference. This story will inspire readers to act.

Told in verse, this is a powerful novel about a nine-year-old girl named Betita who knows she's a crane. Her father told her that even before the family fled to Los Angeles to escape the drug war in Mexico. Then, one day, her father is picked up by ICE...

This book presents 12 classic Greek myths. They include Atlas, Circe, and Ariadne.

This book presents three folktales from Latin America is graphic novel format. Background information about the tales is provided at the end.

We don't always feel calm, but we can all learn how to put ourselves at ease. This book teaches children about the benefits of yoga, mindfulness, and deep breathing to combat anxiety and nerves.

Henry and Mudge have loads of fun with the coming of spring.

There's a party at the cemetery, and all the skeletons have come out to join the fun in this outlandish song that also helps children learn to tell time.

Martha the dog begins to speak one night after eating alphabet soup. Her family is amazed and overjoyed, but soon Martha's endless chattering and often inappropriate comments become a nuisance, and they tell her to shut up. Will Martha ever learn how and...

Leigh Botts writes letters to his favorite author, Boyd Henshaw. Following Mr. Henshaw's recommendation, Leigh begins to keep a diary. Through his letters and diary entries, a picture emerges of a boy growing up and trying to adjust to new...

The children in Miss Nelson's class take advantage of her good nature and misbehave--until one day, Miss Nelson disappears and they are stuck with a horrible substitute.

This bilingual volume contains autobiographical poems written by Martí during his years of exile and revolutionary struggle. Each poem captures an experience, a feeling or an important moment in the life of this extraordinary man.

Chato, the coolest cat in East L.A., cannot believe his luck when a family of plump, tasty-looking mice moves in next door. Chato and his friend Novio Boy prepare a welcoming feast to lure the mice to their home. But the friendly mice bring a surprise...

In her bright and colorful style, Ruth Heller explains that chickens are not the only animals that hatch from eggs. Readers will be delighted by the vibrant illustrations and lively text of this informative, engaging book.

Tom is forced to stay at his aunt's house in the country when his parents go on vacation. Unhappy at first, he slowly learns to appreciate the land and the animals. One day, he finds a fox and her cub, and this unlikely trio forms a close friendship...

This teacher's guide enables instructors to help children further solidify their reading skills.

In this magical book, Gilberto discovers that the wind can be an unpredictable playmate. Sometimes it helps him to sail his toy boat, catch apples that fall from the trees, and spin his pinwheel. At other times, it keeps him from flying his kite or...

In this magical book, Gilberto discovers that the wind can be an unpredictable playmate. Sometimes it helps him to sail his toy boat, catch apples that fall from the trees, and spin his pinwheel. At other times, it keeps him from flying his kite or...

When a bat named Stellaluna falls into a bird's nest, she is adopted by the birds and adapts to their habits. Eventually, she is reunited with her mother and realizes that the differences between birds and bats are insignificant. The book includes two...

When a bat named Stellaluna falls into a bird's nest, she is adopted by the birds and adapts to their habits. Eventually, she is reunited with her mother and realizes that the differences between birds and bats are insignificant. The book includes two...