PreK-8

Third-grader Richard and his friends are just four days away from breaking the record for good behavior and winning the pizza party when their teacher gets sick and is replaced by a strict substitute. No one can meet her standards.

Gavin and his friends do not know what to think about Khufu, the new kid in school. He doesn't act like the other kids and they think he has stolen Gavin's bike! To make matters worse, Gavin's Aunt Myrtle is visiting and she always takes his sister's...

Calvin is sad because his friends next door are moving and Harper, the school bully, will live in the house! In the meantime, he's excited about the upcoming science fair. Calvin will have to decide what to do when the facts do not prove his theory. ...

Richard cannot wait for Gregory's birthday party, but a note from his teacher to his parents could ruin his plans. He really meant to finish his assignment. If only he could concentrate more like his new friend Gavin.

It's hard being the new kid in Carver Elementary. Gavin had a lot of friends at his old school, but here no one knows he's great at skateboarding and playing soccer. To make matters worse, he's drawn the attention of the school bully.

This illustrated book teaches children all about our planet, including the water cycle, fossil fuels and renewable energy, animals, and much more.

This illustrated book shares fascinating information about the animal kingdom, including how species live in different environments.

Miss Delgado tells the second grade class that it's time to get a class pet, and she wants the kids to participate in choosing which one. The class narrows it down to a turtle or a bird. Sofia is named Election Commissioner and there's a class-wide...

Isadora Moon is half fairy and half vampire. When the entire family decides to go camping, things happen that aren't quite normal...Isadora has been invited to the annual vampire dance, but she dances ballet like the fairies. She'll have to prepare a...

A stranger shows up during recess. Turns out it's a man who has been missing for decades! As a boy, he went to the school and was fascinated with world records.

Roberto is not allowed to play soccer for the rest of the week. Recess will be a bore, right?

In the United States, the ability to take informed action is becoming increasingly necessary, and difficult. This book delves into the importance of being informed and explains how not all sources of information are equal. Readers are introduced to the...

Nacho, Maria, and their grandmother visit their friend Augusto, a scientist who want to introduce them to his new pet Regina the dinosaur! She feels lonely among the humans and has a plan to make new friends. This book contains a section with factual...

Miguel and Sabina are curious about what's inside the park's off-limits woods. They imagine all sorts of scary things to explain why their parents won't let them go there. They must solve the mystery no matter what.

Lucas, Zoe, and Marina have enjoyed many adventures in the magical world, but now it's time to have fun with the humans since it's Halloween. Things get complicated when Marina eats a piece of candy. The visit to the hospital turns into a mission when...

George is on his way to a birthday party with a very special present. He must be careful, but there are two thieves hot on his trail…

This illustrated, interactive book teaches children about the human body, from the smallest cell to the largest organs.

At first glance, rocks and minerals could seem rather boring, but they are actually quite fascinating. This illustrated book teaches readers about the Earth's core, the rock cycle, crystals, gold, and much more. A detailed glossary is included.

Marta the mail carrier, who dreams of being a painter, delivers packages to different fairy tale characters. No one ever seems happy with what they get. One rainy day, the addresses run and Marta gets her deliveries all wrong. After that day,...

A stranger has arrived in the forest. The inhabitants, which are all characters from famous fairy tales, believe he's the genie with the magic lamp. They come up with a list of wishes, which Riding Hood organizes and presents to the genie. Little do...

We humans are always rushing around and seldom take the time to notice nature's marvels. This illustrated reference presents 50 amazing things that happen all around us. Slow down and contemplate the beauty of the morning dew on a leaf, a falling...

Juanito, a little boy from a fishing village, used to love the water until a giant wave capsized his canoe. While dreaming one night, he meets a star named Maria Luisa that is scared of the night. Together they both overcome their fears.

Scientists are learning how to keep people dry in wet weather. They look to plants and animals for answers. They have learned that when it comes to staying dry, nature knows best! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this STEAM...

Space farmers are astronauts who have received special training to learn how to grow plants in outer space. Learn about the challenge of farming in outer space with this high-interest STEAM book created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution.

Landsat satellites orbit the Earth to get images. Learn how these images are made using heat and find out how these cutting-edge satellites are helping save the planet! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this book ignites a...

Kids often play with magnets, yet they don't learn how these playthings work for many years. Practical knowledge from their play can help them learn more about magnetism, and so can this book. Specially written for those with reading challenges or...

Understanding light and color might seem impossible, but if readers already know the colors of the rainbow, they're part of the way there. Including the light spectrum, wavelengths, and other key concepts, this book tackles light and color for those...

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...

Respect for the opinions and beliefs of others is not only a critical component of democracy but also of everyday life. Using easy-to-understand concepts such as the 'golden rule,' or treating others as one would want to be treated, this book shows...

The protection of minority rights is all that stands between any democracy becoming a tyranny of the majority. This book looks at what minority rights are and why they are important. The age-appropriate text discusses the different types of minorities...

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...

After battling monsters all night, a sleepy Princess in Black decides that she needs a vacation. After all, the Goat Avenger, a new hero who looks oddly familiar, has offered to protect the goats while she takes a much needed break. The very next day,...