Collection: Children

A thirteen-year-old boy holds the fate of his family, his neighborhood, and the world in his hands when he discovers that his cat is from a secret realm of warrior cats facing a dangerous enemy.

Tito Rodríguez loves his family, his comics, and his neighborhood--Barrio San Antonio in Cali, Colombia--but it's not easy being a dorky ñoño who gets teased by the kids at school.

And things certainly don't get easier when Tito befriends a stray cat who leads him into a hidden realm...one where cats are revealed to be legendary warriors that protect our world from evil spirits who feed on negative emotions. And according to an ancient prophecy, Tito is the Chosen One who will lead the fight against the forces of darkness...probably.

It turns out that there are three possible Chosen Ones--Tito and his new friends and fellow outsiders Luisito and Isa, each with their own furry sidekicks. And with the barriers between worlds are wearing thin, all three will have to train for the ultimate battle and figure out who is the true hero that will save the worlds.

We never grow out of the fear of failure. Instead, we grow into it.

Who might we become if we can learn to embrace our fear of failure?

Perfect for fans of Oh the Places You'll Go, little kids, graduates, and even for parents, The Boy Who Falls Up tells the story of a magical boy who faces fear armed with wonder, learns the secrets of falling, and grows into who he is meant to be.

In the end, kids are drawn into an interactive tale, where they can make the story uniquely their own. Using their imagination, kids get to fill in the blanks, draw, and color, to practice how to become a kid who embraces failure.

A kid who falls UP in all that they do.

For teachers and parents, The Boy Who Falls Up is a wonderful tool to connect with kids in their fears and anxieties and walk with them into freedom, joy, and self-confidence.

A heartwarming picture book about a young boy whose only friend, a butternut squash, helps him create a rich and imaginative world for himself, ultimately leading him to a new human friend.

Alex's best friend is a butternut squash. They play pretend all day long. Sometimes his butternut squash is a baby. Alex pushes him in a stroller all around town. Sometimes his butternut squash is a pirate.They have spectacular swordfights! Sometimes Alex thinks that his butternut squash might like to join the other kids in the playground, but he doesn't want his squash to get his hopes up. What if the other kids don't want to play with him? Then one day, they meet someone new. Could Alex and his butternut squash have found a new friend?

Commemorate the innumerable ways the African American community has shaped the foundation of the United States in this stunning, poetic picture book from the Caldecott Honor-winning team behind Freedom in Congo Square.

Black hands molded clay, chiseled marble,
rendered portraits, and painted vistas.
Black hands penned literary testaments
that have stood the test of time.

Since the United States won independence in 1776, African Americans have contributed greatly to the nation's culture, politics, economy, and landscape. Black Hands celebrates the countless contributions of African Americans--from building the White House, birthing jazz, and landing a man on the moon to pushing for social justice. Black excellence, however, has too often been overlooked.

Black Hands reunites Newbery Honor winner Carole Boston Weatherford and Coretta Scott King award-winning illustrator R. Gregory Christie to chronicle the remarkable progress of African Americans, even in the face of adversity.

From isolated mountain peaks to the busy capital of Beirut, readers explore the many faces of life in Lebanon through this detailed guide to a fascinating nation. Focused chapters highlight Lebanon's history, government, environment, arts scene, and more, and each chapter is updated to include the most recent events in this nation. Fact boxes and sidebars provide additional information, and recipes add a creative twist to this reference resource. The comprehensive text supports the study of global citizenship, promotes critical thinking about the connections between the past and present, and encourages readers to develop an appreciation for other cultures.

Becoming a writer is a real adventure. This humorous and informational account of a pencil's journey from cedar tree to classroom is told by a stubby little pencil himself. For fans of The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors and The Day the Crayons Quit.

It all started in a forest.

Before working hard in the classroom and being sharpened down to a stub, Stubby was a towering cedar tree in a forest far away. It hasn't been easy for Stubby--he's been sliced and chewed, made friends and lost them, and even spent three dusty days on the floor before being scooped up . Stubby describes each step of his journey from tree to pencil to writer from his own (very silly, very dramatic, very creative) point of view.

Sydra Mallery's text is a testament to her many years as an elementary school teacher--it's an engaging read aloud full of fun information, and sure to have kids on the edge of their seats. John Hare's illustrations contribute even more comedy to Stubby's arduous journey and shine a spotlight on vehicles and professions, how things are made, and the real-world application of science. A pitch-perfect picture book with tons of curricular hooks and kid appeal, Stubby is an excellent pick for fans of The Day the Crayons Quit, The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors, and Red: A Crayon's Story.

Life in Sudan is not easy. Many people live in poverty, and violence and war are facts of life. However, the people of this nation still hold tightly to their cultural identity and traditions. Readers explore the many factors that contribute to that cultural identity as they examine focused chapters detailing Sudan's history, economy, geography, arts, and more. Each chapter is enhanced with photographs, sidebars, and fact boxes that foster a deeper appreciation of one of the many cultures of the world. In addition, recipes invite readers to get creative, and maps support the development of important curricular skills.

Babies and toddlers learn their ABCs and 123s alongside the adorable Sesame Street babies in this sturdy board book!

Babies and toddlers will love to meet baby Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby, and more Sesame Street friends as they learn their ABCs and 123s in this board book with sturdy pages!

Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, aims to help kids grow smarter, stronger, and kinder through its many unique domestic and international initiatives. These projects cover a wide array of topics, which address specific needs, such as girls' education, financial empowerment, and autism. Sesame Street is the most trusted name in early learning.

Learn about shapes in this sturdy board book featuring the pups from Nickelodeon's Rubble & Crew!

Join Rubble, Motor, Mix, and the rest of the crew as they construct a new skatepark in Builder Cove. Along the way they introduce some of their favorite shapes, such as circular wheels, triangular safety cones, rectangular skate ramps, and many more. Babies and toddlers will love the colorful art and sturdy pages in this board book as their favorite construction pups from Nickelodeon's Rubble and Crew make learning fun!

A joyful all-ages celebration of bicycle culture written by bestselling author and musician Dan Saks.

We live to bike.
We're born to ride!
We love a chance
to get outside.

From balance bikes to two-wheelers, biking is a rite of passage and a joyful part of children's lives. Inspired by his own family and biking community, Dan Saks rolls through the milestones and magic of bike culture, inspiring kids to build confidence, connection, and care for the Earth along the way. This read-aloud is one ride everyone will want to join!

Hooray! A storybook collection of your favorite Bluey stories, based on the wildly successful animated series on Disney+!

Let's get ready to play! This storybook collection includes four super-fun stories about Bluey and Bingo's adventures with their friends and family.

This storybook includes: Road Trip, Cricket, Shadowlands, and Queens.

A hilarious interactive picture book from the author of The Crayon Stub about a rabbit and a raccoon who find themselves in a story turned upside down.

Raccoon's new basketball just arrived. Time to shoot hoops with his friend Rabbit! But when the basketball falls UP instead of DOWN, they have to figure out how to make things right.

To do that, the two friends will need a little creativity and a LOT of help from the reader in this fourth-wall-breaking picture book full of twists, turns, and surprises!

A bright and hilarious picture book with a lovely message about jealousy, friendship and sharing the limelight

Biguana and Pinto have been best, best friends since they were eggs! They grow up together and Biguana gets bigger... and bigger... and BIGGER! He gets so much attention from everyone because of how big he is that he forgets all about Pinto and what it's like to be a good friend. Will he learn his lesson and make friends with Pinto again?

A boy, his father and their dog have a perfect day in a snowy city, illustrated by Governor General's Literary Award winner Gary Clement.

A young boy wakes up in the early light of a winter morning, pulls on his boots and mittens, and steps out into the snowy city with his dad. They trudge through the snow, their dog bounding along beside them, then a slushy, steamy bus ride takes them to the tobogganing hill for some winter fun. The boy describes all the sights and sounds of the day, from the frost in Dad's beard and the snow "pillows" in the park, to the noisy clunking snow plows and the singing buskers they pass on their way home. That night, the boy lies awake under cozy covers, reflecting on the day, as snow blankets the world outside his window.

This is winter in the city.

Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.3
Describe characters, settings, and major events in a story, using key details.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.7
Use illustrations and details in a story to describe its characters, setting, or events.

An abridged and illustrated chapter book retelling of Frankenstein, part of the bestselling Classic Starts series that has sold more than 8 million copies!

Mary Shelley's tragic story of a scientist who created a monster is perhaps even more compelling and meaningful today than when it was written nearly two centuries ago. From the bits and pieces of dead bodies, and the power of electricity, the brilliant Victor Frankenstein fashions a new form of life--only to discover, too late, the irreparable damage he has caused.

A heartwarming story about finding your place in the world. Sticks is about a Popsicle that accidentally melts and becomes just a plain stick. He has a hard time adjusting to his new normal but with the help of some new friends (who happen to be sticks too) he realizes that everything happened for a reason and that melting was part of his journey.

Sticks is a story that almost anyone can relate to. It's about finding yourself in a situation that didn't turn out like you expected and having your friends and family help you find he courage to pick yourself back up and persevere.