PreK-8

Get animated about programming! This book shows children how to use Scratch in a practical, entertaining way.

Matilda is a precocious five-year-old who has read Dickens and is a math whiz. Unfortunately, she must contend with nasty Mrs.Trunchbull, her teacher.

The formidable adventures of Mr. Fox and his family as they try to outrun three farmers determined to catch them.

James, recently orphaned, goes to live with his two strict aunts, who make his life unbearable. A mysterious old man gives James some magic beans which he spills near the old peach tree. Soon a magical giant peach begins to grow, and it eventually...

Gandhi is famous for his peaceful protests and hunger strike. He was jailed numerous times in his quest for liberty. He is considered the father of modern India.

This illustrated anthology presents over 43 stories and legends from 20 countries, spanning the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central and South America. It allows readers to delve deeply into the collective memory of Latin America and better understand its...

When Nate is asked to befriend the new kid at school, he is more than willing , but Breckenridge Puffington appears to be a little nerdy. P.S. 38 is 100 years old and everyone is excited for the big centenary party. Will Nate be able to convince...

The five stories in this book are based on the lives of extraordinary women from different time periods and places. Each one has fought to make the world a better place. They include Harriet Tubman, Gaura Devi, and Mujeres Creando from Bolivia. Brief...

It looks like George and Harold are up to their old tricks again! First they ruin the school’s science fair with their pranks. Then, the evil talking toilets that appear in their comics come to life and try to take over the world. When things start to...

Sam must find a white stallion, but his aunt tells him and Prune that they have to deliver Horace the warthog to its owner instead. Does that mean Sam will fail in this important quest?

In this quest, Sam must find a valuable sword, but he keeps stopping to help people in need. Isn't that what knights do after all?

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 book will teach students about civil rights and introduces them to new vocabulary terms and concepts.

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...

A small, tired, and ill speckled hen that spends a rainy day flying in front of her window, arouses in Natalia nostalgia for her grandfather, who stayed in El Salvador. She then is determined to save the hen and moves heaven and earth to do so.

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.

Students will learn all about geometric shapes while engaged in reading about Greek Gods and Goddesses, mythology, and the constellations.

Take a tour of the Louvre Museum in Paris and learn all about geometric shapes! Students will be engaged in learning principles of geometry as they search this famous museum for shapes.

What will it take to send people to Mars in the next 25 years? Students will learn that problem solving is an essential component of NASA's planned mission to Mars.

Students will learn place value while reading about the number systems of the Egyptians and Romans, and also learn important vocabulary terms like cuneiform, binary systems, Roman numerals, and more!

Tackle today's toughest races while learning fractions! Marvel as contestants around the world climb, crawl, run, and jump through the world's toughest marathons and obstacle courses. This book combines mathematics and literacy skills, and uses...

What do churros, macarons, and strudel have in common? In order to bake them successfully, pastry chefs must use fractions! Students will learn comparing fractions while engaged in reading about delectable desserts from around the world. This book...

What makes something a good value? Why is it important to use money wisely? How will creating a budget help you purchase a new bike? This engaging book will teach students financial literacy through the use of real-world examples while incorporating...

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...