PreK-8

Behind the work of the great seventeenth-century Spanish painter Diego Velázquez was a Spanish-born black slave, Juan de Pareja. Juan carefully mixed Velázquez's colors and prepared his canvases. Against the backdrop of a Spain rich with art and power,...

This well-known folk song tells the story of a young nobleman who is called off to war on his wedding night, never to return.

After arguing over who is bravest, a frog and a hound realize that they must learn to cooperate in order to face the ferocious lion with courage.

A frog goes to the marketplace to buy groceries. Distracted by all the commotion, he forgets to buy what he needs!

Carlos, who plays fútbol (soccer), introduces himself to his neighbor Chris, who plays football. The two boys discover they can have fun playing these similar sounding sports even though they are very different.

Now that he has the Midnight Blade, Jack and his friends search for Thrull and his skeletons. Time is not on their side. They must leave Wakefield, but this will not be a fun road trip. Soon a new threat appears. They must continue at full speed...

Twelve-year-old Jerome is killed by a white police officer who mistakes his toy gun for the real thing. As a ghost, he observes the devastation this has brought to his family and community. Discussion questions are provided at the end of the novel.

This beloved song is brought to life with Paula Ortiz's adorable illustrations. The score and lyrics are presented at the end.

This collection of twenty very short stories presents different types of ghosts in a clever, entertaining way. The illustrations add a healthy dose of the macabre to the tales.

Children will learn different aspects of friendship as they read about the adventures of George and Martha, two adorable hippos. The five funny scenarios in this book teach about everything from respecting one's privacy to consoling someone who is sad...

We all know the story of Little Red Riding Hood, but what about Little Green Riding Hood, Little Yellow Riding Hood, Little Blue Riding Hood, or Little White Riding Hood? This original and well-illustrated book tells the story of each.

Lost at sea, a mouse named Amos is carried to safety by Boris, a huge whale. Years later, Amos is able to return the favor when a strong hurricane washes Boris ashore where Amos lives.

Have you ever wanted to exchange your parents for some new one? See what happens to a boy named Beto when he does just that! This book comes with a separate workbook with fun activities to test reading comprehension.

Twelve-year-old Charlie is forced to strike a deal with fearsome Cap'n Buck in order to pay back a family debt. He must track down some people who stole from Buck and his boss. When he discovers who the people are, he has to wrestle with his conscience...

A classic tale by Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo, America’s beloved storyteller Once, in a house on Egypt Street, there lived a china rabbit named Edward Tulane. The rabbit was very pleased with himself, and for good reason: he was owned by a girl...

The iris are small, nocturnal animals that live outside of mountainous villages. Their luminescence varies depending on the phases of the moon. If you befriend them and learn their language, you will get to enjoy their wonderful storytelling.

In this oversized, illustrated book, a buffalo named Kuba and a squirrel named Ula, who live in a Polish forest, embark on an amazing journey to eight national parks all over the world, including Yellowstone National Park, Manu National Park (Peru), and...

William Jimeno moved to the United States with his family in 1970. Thirty-one years later, as a rookie Port Authority police officer, he was one out of just 20 people pulled from the rubble of the Twin Towers. In this illustrated biography, he shares...

William Jimeno moved to the United States with his family in 1970. Thirty-one years later, as a rookie Port Authority police officer, he was one out of just 20 people pulled from the rubble of the Twin Towers. In this illustrated biography, he shares...

This picture book biography presents the life of music super star Carlos Santana. As it traces his musical evolution, it also discusses important social and political events of the time.

Twelve-year-old Carley Connors never imagined that she would end up in the foster care system. When the charming Murphy family takes her in, she is shocked. Mrs. Murphy makes her feel important for the first time in her life. Just when she begins to...

When Ruthie Mizrahi moves with her family from Cuba to the lively streets of New York, she has a lot to take in: new scenery, new sounds, and a new language. Just as she is adapting, becoming fluent in English, and has made new friends, she gets hurt in...

The Cuthberts decide to adopt an orphan boy to help them with daily chores. To their surprise, a red-headed girl named Anne shows up. Her unbridled joy and wild imagination change the lives of everyone in Avonlea.

Curious about the secrets of meditation, Pilar travels to India with Breno and Samba. In Mumbai, they meet a young Bollywood actress named Kamala who is looking for her brother. They visit the Taj Mahal and the Ganges, meet the Dalai Lama, participate...

For a school assignment, eight-year-old Claudia has to interview someone about his or her job. She decides her new neighbor would be the perfect candidate. When she rings his bell, he writes not home on a post-it note and slips it under the door. ...

Learn how scientists channel energy from the sun to power awesome innovations! This book features a hands-on STEAM challenge and uses real-world examples to give insight into how the engineering design process is used to solve problems.

Alicia is lulled to sleep by the song of the coqui frogs. When a powerful hurricane approaches Puerto Rico, her family evacuates to a shelter. There, Alicia hears many things, but not her beloved frogs. After the storm passes, her family returns home...

Have you ever thought about your impact on the planet? Certain actions have dire consequences for the Earth. There is still time to act. This eye-catching book explains the issues at hand and presents 70 creative initiatives from all over the world...

Electricity and magnetism are all around us. We use them to light our houses, navigate the Internet, listen to music, and much more. What exactly is electricity and what does it have to do with magnetism? This fascinating, illustrated book helps...

Katherine Johnson showed an extraordinary ability for math from a young age. Overall brilliant, she graduated high school at 14 and college at 18. There were not many opportunities for women in math, especially women of color. In 1953, she started...

Can a hungry crow become friends with a juicy worm? This amusing graphic novel shows that differences can be overcome, especially if there is food involved!

In this celebration of diversity, readers will visit a school and meet students with different abilities, likes, families, religions, backgrounds, and genders. The book also contains a thematic index and detailed glossary.

Most young astronomers know that Earth is located in the Milky Way galaxy, but they might not know what that means or what lies beyond. Understanding our galaxy and others will help them comprehend more about how the universe works. Your readers will...

Black holes are neither holes nor black. They're invisible and packed with matter! Future astronomers will find out many more fascinating facts about these space phenomena with this intriguing book. Carefully crafted text encapsulates the most important...

Many young learners are astonished to discover that the sun is a star. As the sole star of our solar system, all life on Earth depends on the sun. The most amazing and engrossing facts about the sun are found in this stellar volume, including its...

Planets aren't the only objects beyond Earth's atmosphere. This valuable volume explains the difference between comets, asteroids, and meteoroids, their origins, and their significance to us on Earth. Readers will find out about famous comets, the...

Our moon has long been a source of wonder for people looking up at the night sky. Young space explorers will find all they need to know about Earth's only natural satellite with this vivid volume full of beautiful photographs of the moon in all its...

This is the tale of Despereaux, a very unusual mouse who is romantic and heroic. He even falls in love with the princess and is banished to the dungeon by his father. This award-winning novel follows his adventures in the search for love and acceptance.

Set in Mississippi during the Great Depression, this story tells of the Logans, an African American family who struggles to overcome prejudice while maintaining their independence and pride. A moving tale of both physical and spiritual survival.

The mockingbird is known for the beautiful sound it makes and its ability to imitate other birds. The one in this story has lost its song and is determined to find it. In a book filled with tongue twisters, the bird recovers his melody and creates...