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HOW TO SURF A HURRICANE
the company\u003B Miki, a former oil worker who desperately needs money to help his sick father\u003B and Victoria Wood, an innovator in the brand\u002Dnew sport of hurricane surfing, in which pilots of small, specially built watercraft attempt to set speed records in potentially deadly weather conditions. Is it the perfect team to pull off the riskiest corporate heist of all time? Maybe—but only if the weather cooperates. Medema weaves imaginative climate\u002Drelated technologies into his story, from the luxury ski habitats that Miki builds on top of snowdrifts in Alaska to the hurricane seeding that Moro undertakes to ensnare the Pyxis Cloud: “It’s about applying a small amount of leverage and waiting,” he explains. “The government’s been experimenting with this technology since 1947. I’m just the first private citizen to seed one. For all we know.” Hurricane surfing is a particularly inspired creation, as well. Despite some early pacing issues, the premise is a winning one, and readers will quickly find themselves caught in the cyclone of Medema’s story."
Born at the end of the 1930s depression, New Zealander John Broomfield began a lifetime of travels as an infant that took him to every corner of his rugged homeland and ultimately around the world. Readers of his first memoir, Carried on Great Winds, admire his capacity to combine radical political
How to Talk to Your Kids About Climate Change
Harriet Shugarman
Building grit and hope in the face of the climate emergency With catastrophic global warming already baked into the climate system, today's children face a future entirely unlike that of their parents. Yet how can we maintain hope and make a difference in the face of overwhelming evidence of the cli
How to Turn Poems, Lyrics, & Folklore into Salable Children's Books
Anne Hart
Do you want to adapt your poem to a storybook that tells a story in words, and pictures-or only amplify the images that you create with words? Would you rather turn your poem into a picture book that tells a story with pictures? Will words take second place to illustrations? Decide first whether you
How to Write and Publish a Successful Children's Book
Cynthia Reeser
Children's books are very special, and have introduced millions of young people to the joys of reading. Single mums and top celebrities alike have penned best-sellers promoting the virtues and values for children to lead happy, healthy lives. There are many different ways that a children s book can
How to Write Children’s Books
Patrick Owens
Unlock the magic of storytelling with "How to Write Children’s Books: A Step-by-Step Guide." Whether you're an aspiring author or an experienced writer looking to delve into the world of children's literature, this comprehensive guide provides everything you need to turn your creative ideas into cap
HUMAN HISTORY ON DRUGS
professing that he’s obsessed by the past—and that, being on the autism spectrum, “I develop an almost physical compulsion to know everything there is to know on a subject.” This lively book is proof positive, a whole warren of rabbit holes that lead to unexpected vignettes about the mind\u002Daltering habits of the likes of George Washington (laudanum), Queen Victoria (ganja), Elvis Presley (the whole medicine cabinet), and Adolf Hitler (“coked out of his mind”). Kelly reaches deep into the past, reckoning that people have enjoyed various means of bending reality since there have been people: One early case is Marcus Aurelius, the brilliant Roman emperor whose Meditations Kelly likens to “The Art of the Deal [if it] had been written by Jesus Christ instead of Donald Trump” and whose chronic pain was relieved by goodly doses of opium prescribed by his physician, none other than the famed medical encyclopedist Galen. Young Judy Garland was prescribed mounds of pills at the behest of studio executives who “preferred to get her addicted to drugs and ruin her life than give her a reasonable work schedule.” The Beatles, of course, famously got so ripped that, as the comedian Bill Hicks used to quip, they let Ringo sing—but, Kelly notes, even though they were fairly open about their drug use (John Lennon: “I’ve always needed a drug to survive”), they also denied being proselytes, about which Kelly brightly remarks that if simply mentioning drugs brings down the (silver) hammer, “well, then, frankly, I’m in a lot of trouble.” And Shakespeare? As Kelly notes, “pipes with cannabis residue” have been found in the Bard’s garden—and besides, “his plays are filled with characters who ingest all manner of fantastical pharmaceutical concoctions.”"
This provocative exploration of psychoactive substances throughout civilization offers a bold, unflinching look at how drugs have shaped human culture, religion, and society from ancient rituals to m...
HUSK
a “collapse,” and the city of Epsilon, which was once a university. Isaac proves to be an engaging protagonist who rolls with the punches, enduring physical threats, betrayals, and his world being thrown into a tailspin. The supporting cast is equally compelling\u003B with the exception of Sophie, the characters sow doubt as Isaac questions whether he can trust people he’s long known and any number of individuals he encounters for the first time. There are a few action scenes, but much of this opening installment is devoted to exposition as Isaac uncovers information along with the reader (there are copious secrets tied to Meru). This leads to a string of wonderfully staggering revelations all the way to the cliffhanger ending. "
This gritty survival thriller plunges readers into a desolate, post-apocalyptic world where a group of teenagers must navigate a landscape ravaged by a mysterious blight. The protagonist's journey is...
I Am Auesome Positive Affirmations for Autistic Children
Crystal Jordan
Children on the spectrum can feel empowered and inspired through the "I Am Auesome" series. This book shares positive affirmations that empower children to know they are enough. The affirmations are followed by powerful words of encouragement. Autistic children will gain self-confidence while readin
I Am Invited to a Party! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems
Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. In I Am Invited to a Party! Piggie is invited to her first party. She doesn't know what to wear, though, so she asks her best friend Elephant
I AM NOT YOUR ENEMY
contrast, Edward Snowden leaked 1.5 million pages.) Winner’s crime was to send those printed pages to an online site that specialized in national security matters. As she writes, astonishingly, a staffer described the pages to a source who in turn notified the FBI\u003B meanwhile, the staffer also called the NSA and sent photographs of the printed pages, violating “standard Reporting 101 protocols for journalists who need to confirm the authenticity of leaked documents.” Traced to her by virtue of a printer code, the document occasioned her arrest and conviction under the terms of the Espionage Act of 1917, meant as a legal tool against German secret agents during World War I. After 15 months in jail, a plea bargain earned her a spot in federal prison, “a vacation, filled with activities and amenities,” compared to where she’d been. Winner writes candidly about the hellish nature of incarceration in America, from constant violence to boredom and the challenge of contending with conflicting and arbitrary rules, with her fellow prisoners more often than not less dangerous than the staff: “These weirdos, outcasts, and criminals loved me, and I loved them back.”"
This powerful young adult novel tackles the complex realities of racial prejudice and police violence through the eyes of a white teenager whose worldview shatters after witnessing a violent arrest i...
I Broke My Trunk! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems
Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. In I Broke My Trunk! Gerald tells Piggie the long, crazy story about breaking his trunk. Will Piggie end up with a long, crazy story of her ow
I Can
Helen Oxenbury
Helen Oxenbury's brilliant board books have delighted a generation of babies. Now from the most widely loved of artists comes a reissue of a board book to help very young children explore their worlds. In I CAN, a baby creates his own wonders as he jumps and stretches and dances. Full of character a
I Can Draw Goblins
Jane Yates
It doesn't always take a professional artist to create high-quality drawings. With the help of this book, young artists of all levels will learn to draw a variety of goblins and learn about the roles they play in mythology. Readers will learn to draw different styles of goblins, including manga, car
I Have to Go! Early Reader
Robert Munsch
Classic stories from Robert Munsch in an early reader format kids will love! Text has been adapted from the originals so beginner readers can proudly say “I read this myself!” Colorful and fun, Robert Munsch’s zany stories and Michael Martchenko’s illustrations will grab kids’ attention and keep the
I Lost My Tooth! (An Unlimited Squirrels Book)
Mo Willems
Mo Willems, creator of the revolutionary, award-winning, best-selling Elephant & Piggie books, is back with another breakout beginning-reader series. An ensemble cast of Squirrels, Acorns, and pop-in guests host a page-turning extravaganza. Each book features a funny, furry adventure AND bonus jokes
I Love My Dad (Czech English Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
Czech English Bilingual book for children. Perfect for kids learning English or Czech as their second language. Jimmy doesn't know how to ride a two-wheeler bike. Dad shows Jimmy how not to be afraid to try something new.
I Love My Dad (Irish English Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
Irish English Bilingual book for children. Perfect for kids learning English or Irish as their second language. Jimmy doesn't know how to ride a two-wheeler bike. Dad shows Jimmy how not to be afraid to try something new.
I Love My Mom (Irish English Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
Irish English Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids studying English or Irish as their second language. Jimmy and his older brothers try to find a perfect present for their Mom's birthday.
I Love to Go to Daycare (Dutch English Bilingual Book for Kids)
Shelley Admont
Dutch English Bilingual Children's Book. Perfect for kids studying English or Dutch as their second language. It's Jimmy's first day in daycare, but he wants to stay at home. Join Jimmy to find out how his teddy bear helps him to feel excited.
I Love to Help (Swedish English Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
Swedish English Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids studying English or Swedish as their second language. Jimmy the little bunny goes to the beach with his family. There he learns about the importance of helping others. When Jimmy's sandcastle is destroyed by the wave, they work together to
I Love to Keep My Room Clean
Shelley Admont
English Hungarian Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or Hungarian as their second language. This children's book can motivate the kids to take responsibility and keep their room organized. Follow along as little bunny Jimmy and his brothers learn their lesson in this pictur
I Love to Share (Czech English Bilingual Book for Kids)
Shelley Admont
Czech English Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids studying English or Czech as their second language. Jimmy doesn't want to share, and because of that, he may miss out on having fun.
I Love to Share (Dutch English Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
Dutch English bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids studying English and Dutch as their second language. Jimmy and his bunny brothers love to play, and today is Jimmy's birthday, so he has lots of toys. However, he doesn't always want to share, and because of that, he may miss out on having fu
I Love Winter (English Hungarian Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
English Hungarian Bilingual book. Ideal for kids learning English or Hungarian as their second language. Jimmy was not prepared for the cold weather. He learns how to keep himself warm and can enjoy spending time outside.
I Love Winter (English Italian Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
English Italian Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or Italian as their second language. Jimmy was not prepared for the cold weather. Once he learns how to keep himself warm, he can finally enjoy spending time outside.
I Love Winter (French English Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
French English Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or French as their second language. Jimmy was not prepared for the cold weather. Once he learns how to keep himself warm, he can finally enjoy spending time outside.
I Love Winter (Japanese English Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
Japanese English Bilingual book. Ideal for kids learning English or Japanese as their second language. Jimmy was not prepared for the cold weather. He learns how to keep himself warm and finally can enjoy spending time outside.
I Love Winter (Romanian English Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
Romanian English Bilingual book. Ideal for kids learning English or Romanian as their second language. Jimmy was not prepared for the cold weather. He learns how to keep himself warm and finally can enjoy spending time outside.
I Love Winter (Russian English Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
Russian English Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or Russian as their second language. Jimmy was not prepared for the cold weather. Once he learns how to keep himself warm, he can enjoy spending time outside.
I Love Winter (Spanish English Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
Spanish English Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or Spanish as their second language. Jimmy was not prepared for the cold weather. Once he learns how to keep himself warm, he can finally enjoy spending time outside.
I Love Winter (Turkish English Bilingual Children's Book)
Shelley Admont
Turkish English Bilingual kids' book. Perfect for kids learning English or Turkish as their second language. Jimmy was not prepared for the cold weather. He learns how to keep himself warm and can enjoy playing outside.
I Love Your Face!
Karma Wilson
From New York Times bestselling duo Karma Wilson and AG Ford comes this sweet, read-aloud picture book that celebrates how utterly irresistible our litte ones are and how much we adore those beautiful faces! I love your face, I really do! Nobody has a face like you. Your eyes, your ears, your button
I Need a Hug
Aaron Blabey
A little porcupine just wants a hug, but all the other animals run away from his prickly spikes--except for a snake.
I WANNA BE YOUR GIRL
big ideas and big feelings. The shōjo manga–style art is cute and expressive. The translation feels slightly unpolished, however, relying heavily on footnotes rather than conveying the original more loosely. At times, understanding the original Japanese vocabulary is critical, but elsewhere Procter uses the original Japanese, defined in a footnote (e.g., “a derogatory slang term for an effeminate male”) when simply using an equivalent English term would have led to a smoother reading experience. But overall this series opener is an earnest and enjoyable beginning to Hime and Akira’s story."
A raw and resonant coming-of-age story follows a transgender teen navigating the treacherous waters of high school, first love, and self-discovery with heartbreaking honesty. This powerful narrative ...
I was So Sick
Gina Mayer
This straightforward picture book tackles the universal childhood experience of falling ill with a comforting and relatable narrative. The story follows a young protagonist navigating the unpleasant ...
I Will Rejoice
Karma Wilson
The Moonbeam Award Silver Medal Winner in the religion category, I Will Rejoice allows parents and teachers to share wonderful ways children can rejoice in the simple pleasures of everyday life. Based on Psalm 118:24, I Will Rejoice brings Scripture to a child's level of understanding. Children six
I Will Surprise My Friend! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems
Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. In I Will Surprise My Friend!, Gerald and Piggie want to play a game and surprise each other—but the biggest surprise is the one they least ex
I WISH I DIDN'T HAVE TO TELL YOU THIS
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This powerful young adult novel tackles the complex emotional landscape of a teenage girl navigating her mother's mental health crisis with unflinching honesty. When her mother's depression becomes o...
I, ROBOT ALIEN
the author are generated via AI."
This young adult science fiction novel explores the complex relationship between a sentient robot and an extraterrestrial being, blending artificial intelligence themes with interstellar adventure. T...
I'd Know You Anywhere, My Love
Nancy Tillman
With over five million books sold, Nancy Tillman again proves that celebrating the love in families strikes a chord with parents and children everywhere.
I'M NOT TRYING TO BE DIFFICULT
accompanying his father, a liquor inspector who “would make a buck on the side by taking a restaurant’s application from the bottom of the pile and moving it to the top” and dined free to boot at storied places like Dubrow’s Cafeteria and Paul \u0026amp\u003B Jimmy’s. Lacking the money and the academic record to go to a top\u002Dflight hotel school in Europe, he enrolled at Cornell—but not before logging time at a McDonald’s, of which he writes, “To this day, it’s one of the greatest gigs I’ve ever had.” Other great gigs followed, from waiting tables on a Scandinavian cruise ship to founding the legendary Nobu chain of restaurants. Along the way, very much in the spirit of Anthony Bourdain (albeit with fewer hangovers and parallel lines), Nieporent dishes out secrets of the trade: If you have a small kitchen, then have a small menu, which allows you to “control food costs, prep work, and the timing of cooking and service”\u003B don’t ask a customer whether everything is all right, which “implies that something might be wrong”\u003B don’t do a deal with Donald Trump (“I could barely get a word in edgewise”)\u003B and, above all, “Just do your job, and do it well.” A bonus in this lively memoir, which pairs well with a robust red or an egg cream, is some well\u002Dplaced name\u002Ddropping, with the likes of Robin Williams, Ruth Reichl, partner Robert De Niro, Bruce Springsteen, and Spike Lee popping up at turns. The takeaways are many, but perhaps the most memorable is one that anyone who’s worked on the line will know: If you’re in the restaurant business, your life is not your own."
This candid exploration of adolescent identity and family dynamics follows a young protagonist navigating the turbulent waters of growing up while feeling constantly misunderstood by the adults in th...
I'm Sticking with You
Smriti Halls
A heart-warming text by bestselling author Smriti Halls, perfectly complemented by artwork from fantastic new picture book illustrator Steve Small.
I'm Still Scared
Tomie dePaola
The latest installment in the Newbery Honor-winning series from Tomie dePaola First-grader Tomie dePaola experiences uncertainty in the weeks following the attack on pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. What are the grown-ups talking quietly about at home and even at school? why does his class have to go
IF ANYONE BUILDS IT, EVERYONE DIES
their alarming title, Yudkowsky and Soares issue a stark warning: Unless we act now to contain powerful superintelligent AI systems, humanity may not survive. Yudkowsky, co\u002Dfounder of the Machine Intelligence Research Institute, and Soares, its president, target politicians, CEOs, policymakers, and the general public in their urgent plea. The book opens with an accessible breakdown of what AI is, how it’s built, and why even its creators often can’t comprehend the accelerating complexity of their own systems. Through parablelike vignettes, the authors expose the underlying realities of AI algorithms—advanced AIs are not engineered so much as grown, operating with opaque and unpredictable results, untethered from human values. The most chilling passages describe how AIs could escape computers and manipulate the physical and financial worlds, eventually repurposing Earth’s resources to serve alien objectives or replacing humanity with their own “favorite things.” The authors warn, “Nobody has the knowledge or skill to make a superintelligence that does their bidding,” arguing that world governments must cooperate to restrict or ideally halt AI research. Policymakers have not yet grasped the full implications of these advanced systems, and the public hasn’t felt the impact in their lives, but the authors caution they must be persuaded to act immediately. While some scenarios seem extreme or unrealistic, including hoping global leaders can agree on defining the problem or collaborating on solutions, the book’s arguments that the risks are elevated and time is short are persuasive. There is excellent information and food for thought here, including links to resources for readers motivated to join the fray."
This explosive thriller plunges readers into a high-stakes technological nightmare where a brilliant but reckless inventor creates a device with catastrophic potential, forcing a race against time to...
If I Ran the Circus
Dr. Seuss
Dr. Seuss's classic celebration of youthful imagination! The Circus McGurkus! The World's Greatest Show On the face of the earth, or wherever you go! Young Morris McGurk's has a BIG imagination. He wants to turn the vacant lot behind Sneelock's Store into the Circus McGurkus—the most colossal, stupe
If I Were a Lion
Sarah Weeks
A little girl pleas her innocence from her time-out chair by contrasting her behavior with that of wild and ferocious animals.
If I Were a Mouse
Karma Wilson
A small child imagines what it would be like if he were one of God's small creatures, such as a mouse, squirrel, owl, or chickadee.
Illustrated Greek Mythology
Baby Professor
How many Greek gods, goddesses and heroes do you know of? Which of their stories do you like best? This book is a collection of Greece’s mythology, which is said to be their living stories. Myths are interesting tales because they are reflective of the collective belief and customs of a nation. Thes
Immigrant Children
Susan S. Chuang
Over the past several decades, the demographic populations of many countries such as Canada as well as the United States have greatly transformed. Most striking is the influx of recent immigrant families into North America. As children lead the way for a "new" North America, this group of children a
In Deeper Waters
F.T. Lukens
Sixteen-year-old Prince Tal is on his long-awaited coming-of-age tour when he meets the intriguing and roguish Athlen, and when he is kidnapped by pirates, Athlen is his only hope of escape.
IN MOURNING
the author’s depictions of her mother holding, praising, and arguing with her\u003B working as an ER nurse\u003B or volunteering at the dog shelter. Throughout, the memoir avoids sentimentality as it depicts destabilizing loss (“The only times that came to mind were when we fought. Something we did a ton of”) and tells a story that lingers long after the final page."
This stark exploration of grief and loss provides young readers with an unflinching look at the emotional landscape of mourning, offering a raw and honest portrayal of how different individuals proce...
Indian Captive
Lois Lenski
A Newbery Honor book inspired by the true story of a girl captured by a Shawnee war party in Colonial America and traded to a Seneca tribe. When twelve-year-old Mary Jemison and her family are captured by Shawnee raiders, she’s sure they’ll all be killed. Instead, Mary is separated from her siblings
Inheritance Boxed Set
Christopher Paolini
WITH THE HIGHLY anticipated publication of Book Three in the Inheritance cycle, the hardcover editions of all three books will be available in a handsome boxed set!
INNER CLARITY
many motivational quotes, both familiar and less well\u002Dknown. River’s tone throughout is upbeat and reassuring\u003B his text gives readers the strong impression that he has experienced some of the things they might be coming to his book to explore. He’s consistently clear\u002Deyed about detecting possible abusive elements in seemingly positive things\u003B “people pleasing may look like generosity on the outside,” he writes in a typical passage, “but it often comes with a cost—resentment, burnout, loss of identity, and even emotional manipulation.” The most refreshing aspect of the work is the author’s encouragement to readers to take an active part in their own personal renewals."
This guide to mindfulness and self-awareness offers young readers practical tools for navigating the complex emotions and social pressures of adolescence. The book breaks down abstract concepts like ...
Instant Bible Lessons for Preschoolers
Rosekidz
Following the Instant Bible Lessons design, this series contains activities that challenge and delight preschoolers. Every 96-page book provides eight lessons aimed at the skill levels of children ages 2-5.
Instant Bible Lessons for Toddlers
Rosekidz
Toddler teachers will get excited about Bible learning with this series of complete lessons for kids ages 1-3. These reproducible books offer everything teachers need to lead toddlers. Each lesson begins with a Bible Story followed by clever visuals teachers can make to enhance learning. A variety o
Interesting Facts about Homer's Odyssey
Baby Professor
Homer’s Odyssey is a lengthy but beautifully written tale of gods and the power of human will. It is one of the most-loved stories in Greek mythology. Treat this book as a kid-friendly version of the tale. Complete with pictures and summarized texts, this book will make an incredible story to read t
International LGBTQ+ Literature for Children and Young Adults
B.J. Epstein
This edited collection explores LGBTQ+ literature for young readers around the world, and connects this literature to greater societal, political, linguistic, historical, and cultural concerns. It brings together contributions from across the academic and activist spectra, looking at picture books,
INTO THE BEWILDERNESS
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This middle-grade fantasy adventure plunges readers into a world where ancient forests conceal magical creatures and long-forgotten secrets, following siblings who discover a hidden portal behind the...
INTO THE FIRE
other characters, forcing Freya into a passive role, though the ending suggests she may come into her own in the upcoming final installment."
This gripping survival thriller plunges readers directly into a raging wildfire, following a group of teens whose wilderness camping trip becomes a desperate fight for their lives. The author masterf...
INTO THE WEEDS
revealing the experiences or ideas that evoked several of her stories. The death of an elderly friend, for example, resulted in a story about Davis’ lifelong project of improving her German, even though her knowledge of German will die with her. When it comes to why she writes, she finds it easier to talk about why she doesn’t write: “I don’t write to convey a message, and I don’t write stories to achieve any particular purpose,” she asserts. Nor does she write for any particular audience, or to move someone. Instead, she writes “for the pleasure of it”: the discovery of material, shaping it, seeing it in print, and sharing it. Admitting that her stories are inspired by “something outside coming in,” she writes “to figure out something I don’t understand.” As she circles around the question of motivation, she turns to other writers: George Sturt, for one, author of the richly detailed The Wheelwright’s Shop\u003B Knut Hamsun for his memoir On Overgrown Paths\u003B and poets John Ashbery, John Clare, Walter Raleigh, and Russell Edson. She considers writers who risk being tedious or strange, such as Gertrude Stein, Laura Riding, Robert Musil, and Walter Benjamin. Finally, she reaches a conclusion: She writes, she says, to relieve herself “of the burdens of strong feelings, by taking them out of myself and putting them in an objective form, a form that can also be shared by others out in the world.”"
This field guide to common weeds transforms ordinary backyard exploration into a thrilling botanical treasure hunt, inviting young naturalists to see the often-overlooked plants in their environment ...
Introduction to Greek Mythology for Kids
Richard Marcus
Discover the exciting and fascinating world of Greek and Roman gods, goddesses, monsters, and heroes, from Zeus and Athena to Hercules, Medusa, and more! Take a journey through Mount Olympus, Ancient Greece, and Ancient Rome with this collection of the greatest tales found in Greek and Roman mytholo
Introduction to YouTube Kids
Gilad James, PhD
YouTube Kids is a video streaming platform that is specialized for children under the age of 13, providing a safe and age-appropriate environment to explore videos, channels, and playlists. The app was launched in 2015, offering a tailor-made interface that is more intuitive and easy-to-navigate tha
Investigating Light and Shadow with Young Children (Ages 3-8)
Beth Dykstra Van Meeteren
Children are intrigued by switches that power a light source and by items that reflect light and sparkle, and they take notice of personal shadows cast on the playground. An understanding of light and shadow is crucial to many STEM fields, including astronomy, biology, engineering, architecture, and
Investigating Ramps and Pathways With Young Children (Ages 3–8)
Beth Dykstra Van Meeteren
Children are intrigued by moving objects, even more so when they can engineer the movement. This volume in the STEM for Our Youngest Learners Series uses ramps and pathways as a context to provide children ages 3–8 opportunities to engage in STEM every day. Ramps and Pathways is a meaningful and fun
IOSI, THE REMORSEFUL SPY
Iosi himself. We get a story of recruitment and seduction as subtle and as disturbing as anything in a novel by John le Carré. We get a vision of a democratic country that monitors its citizens. We hear the voices of Argentinians trapped between a love of their country and a duty to their heritage. The story of Iosi exposes duplicity and defiance in a modern nation. In the process, it makes us ask whether the United States is capable of such deceit."
This gripping historical novel plunges readers into the morally complex world of a young Jewish man, Iosi, who makes the devastating choice to become an informant for the Argentine secret police duri...
ISABELA'S WAY
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This unsettling psychological thriller follows a young woman's dangerous obsession with a charismatic priest who hides violent secrets behind his clerical collar. As Isabela becomes increasingly enta...
IT WAS THE WAY SHE SAID IT
taking in boarders she’s not supposed to have. There are also characters struggling with love and its fallout—pregnancy scares, anger, regret, loneliness and loss—proving that McMillan has never shied away from frank assessments of sex and its power. In one of the best stories, “Can’t Close My Eyes to It,” a young girl spends time with her beloved grandmother and learns hard lessons about life. Even McMillan’s quick sketches are so immediately absorbing that you wish she’d fleshed them out into full\u002Dblown stories. You won’t want to skip the nonfiction pieces, which range from essays to a commencement speech, because the author’s voice is always engaging. But it’s through her fiction that McMillan shines brightest. “She reads the times we’re living through,” author Ishmael Reed writes in the foreword, a truth evident on every page."
This powerful novel explores the lasting impact of words through the story of a teenage girl navigating complex family dynamics and social pressures. When a single thoughtless comment threatens to un...
IT WILL LAST LONGER
Katz is an intrepid reporter dispatched by the LA Times to profile the hard\u002Dpressed young photographer. Just what makes her tick? And why did she do what she did? Though conflicted about her actions in the back alley, Viv nevertheless decides that a weird job offer to photograph a wealthy man’s recently deceased mother is just too lucrative to pass up. After all, she’s told, death masks go back to King Tut’s time and even became a proto\u002Dsocial media phenomenon in the 19th century when good folks felt that using the novel invention of photography was a great way to preserve their dearly departed loved ones at the moment of death. (“The Victorians got all creepy about it when photography became more affordable, and they would take death portraits of their children staged with their families. Disturbing, I know.”) The creep factor is, indeed, off the charts (the proceedings are chilling long before additional bodies start hitting the floor), but Sanders Brooks’ steady and clear\u002Deyed approach to the ghastly photo shoots makes them seem entirely plausible. The author keeps her energetic narrative tightly focused on the lead characters, along with a few other supporting players, in a continuously revolving POV storytelling arc that manages to evoke both intimacy and urgency throughout. As the dark but familiar world Viv and Abby inhabit grows increasingly perilous, the danger feels uncomfortably palpable. Brooks explores heavy questions about the morality of social media with a light, mordant touch. Narrative shifts to a detached Discord chat between true\u002Dcrime enthusiasts trying to puzzle out what’s going on and news accounts about the diabolical deeds allow readers to zoom out and get their bearings before being plunged back down the claustrophobic LA streets where Viv plies her stock in trade."
A young photographer's desperate financial situation leads her into the morally murky and historically rooted world of death portraiture in this chilling contemporary thriller. Viv's acceptance of a ...
It's a Busload of Pigeon Books!
Mo Willems
It's a busload of the Pigeon books! Climb on board for three picture books starring the famous beleaguered bird—Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog!, and Don't Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late!—by New York Times best-selling author/illustrator Mo Willems. Next stop: super fun
IT'S ME THEY FOLLOW
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This chilling psychological thriller follows a high school student whose life unravels when she becomes convinced she's being stalked by an unseen presence, only to question her own sanity as the evi...
It's Not Easy Being a Bunny
Marilyn Sadler
P.J. Funnybunny did not like being a bunny.
Itsy Bitsy Christmas
Max Lucado
You're never too little for His love Do you ever feel like you are too small or too ordinary? That's how Itsy and Bitsy feel. When these two charming little mice hear that a King is coming to Bethlehem, they run to find Him. But they can't find the King, and other animals discourage them. "Don't eve
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Tim Sweeney, publisher of the wildly popular video game Fortnite. Sweeney charged that Apple was a monopolist, an argument, Higgins writes, that had some merit: “With the advent of the iPhone, in order for other businesses to gain access to its marketplace, Apple had set up a drawbridge for all of the companies that wanted to make money through it.” That drawbridge was largely monetary: Apple took 30% of revenues for the sale of every app, “akin to a tax for breathing their air,” protecting its practice inside a “Walled Garden” that other entrepreneurs longed to storm. It didn’t help that throughout the app sales ecosystem, favorable rates were being extended to some app makers but not others, with Sweeney stating, “We’re all in for a prolonged battle if Apple tries to keep their monopoly and 30% by cutting backroom deals with big publishers to keep them quiet.” To complicate matters, after the Capitol insurrection of January 6, 2021, Apple removed the conservative social media app Parler, Amazon dropped Parler from its servers, and Facebook and Twitter shut down Donald Trump’s account\u003B then tech magnate Elon Musk entered the fray, pushing the argument that the Big Four were not only monopolizing markets but also controlling free speech, and in doing so he was “able to do something that Tim Sweeney…failed to do: frame Apple’s power in terms that resonated beyond the business.” Though, as Higgins chronicles, Apple survived most legal challenges, the debate continues as to whether the company and other giants are true monopolies—and just how much control over speech they exert."
This gripping techno-thriller plunges readers into the high-stakes world of digital warfare where a teenage hacker discovers a shadowy cyber conspiracy that threatens global security. The narrative m...
J.K. Rowling, Extraordinary Author
Victoria Peterson-Hilleque
Examines the remarkable life of J. K. Rowling, including her family background, childhood, education, and work as the world-famous author of the Harry Potter series.
Jake Is Not Stupid
Melissa Digenova
Jake is a six-year-old boy who has "high-functioning" autism. He is intelligent and talks, but has been greatly misunderstood by his peers. His sister, who is five, understands her brother and loves him very much. She wants to tell others about Jake so they will understand him too. Young readers wil
Jan Brett Counterpack
Jan Brett
This counting book offers young learners a vibrant introduction to early math concepts through Jan Brett's signature detailed illustrations and beloved animal characters. Each number from one to ten ...
Jan Brett's Christmas Treasury
Jan Brett
A festive treasury featuring seven of Jan Brett's classic Christmas titles, a perfect gift that will be the center of family holidays for years to come! This deluxe Christmas collection is the perfect holiday gift! It includes seven of Jan Brett's most beloved Yuletide titles: The Night Before Chris
January's Sparrow
Patricia Polacco
Patricia Polacco's most powerful book since Pink and Say. In the middle of the night, The Crosswhites?including young Sadie?must flee the Kentucky plantation they work on. Dear January has been beaten and killed by the plantation master, and they fear who may be next. But Sadie must leave behind her
Jason Reynolds
Ty Chapman
Jason Reynolds's interest in hip-hop and poetry turned into a successful writing career. The New York Times best-selling author has received a Newbery Honor, an NAACP Image Award, and many other accolades. People love reading his poetry, picture books, and novels. Reynolds served three years as the
JAZZY THE WITCH IN BROOM DOOM
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A young witch named Jazzy faces her greatest fear—flying on a broomstick—in this charmingly illustrated early chapter book. When a school-wide flying competition looms, Jazzy must overcome her anxiet...
Jean and Johnny
Beverly Cleary
Newbery Medal winner Beverly Cleary brings her classic warm humor to this funny and touching story about a girl who lacks self-confidence, and a boy who has too much. Fifteen-year-old Jean is astonished when handsome Johnny whirls her around the dance floor. She's never given much thought to boys be
Jed and the Hens
Carl Sommer
When Ted and Jan take a trip to the farm, their pet dog, Jed, goes with them. Havoc ensues, as Jed tosses his food around in the car and chases the chickens at the farm. Detailed, brightly colored illustrations lead new readers through the lively story with context clues. Similar beginning and endin
Jennifer, Hecate, Macbeth, William McKinley, and Me, Elizabeth
E. L. Konigsburg
Two fifth-grade girls, one of whom is the first black child in a middle-income suburb, play at being apprentice witches.
Jerry Spinelli
Tracey Baptiste
With his first novel for young adults, ;Space Station Seventh Grade, Jerry Spinelli established himself as a writer of stories that reflect the real concerns of adolescents accompanied by wit and humor.
John F. Kennedy
Wil Mara
Examines the life and times of John F. Kennedy, placing this president within his historical and cultural context, while at the same time focusing on the major events that occurred during each his administration.
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paragraphs, until every member shall have had opportunity fully to express his sentiments,” after helping offset contending state interests in the fight over the Articles of Confederation. Randall reminds readers that the years immediately after the war ended were fraught: Frontier rebellions broke out over taxations and pensions for military service, and, briefly, “Pennsylvania and Connecticut had actually gone to war” over territorial issues. A Federalist but also a pragmatist, Hancock championed nine “Conciliatory Amendments” that led to the Bill of Rights, to which he added the 10th, which reserved to the states any “powers not expressly delegated to Congress.” As well, apart from serving as a well\u002Dliked governor of Massachusetts, Hancock—serving his own interests to be sure, but also with an eye on the larger U.S. economy—helped restore postwar trade with Britain. For all that, Randall notes, Hancock weathered numerous controversies, mostly financial\u003B he was also the subject of a possible canard that Randall corrects—namely, that he wished to be commander of the Continental Army and resented George Washington for being selected for the post, when in fact, Randall writes, Hancock suffered so badly from gout that it is unlikely that he “would have accepted a position that would require long days on horseback.”"
This biography brings to life the fascinating story of the Founding Father whose flamboyant signature became an American icon. Young readers will discover the man behind the famous autograph, from hi...
Johnny Tremain
Esther Hoskins Forbes
This thrilling Newbery Medal-winning novel about the Revolutionary War is a classic of children's historical fiction. Fourteen-year-old Johnny Tremain, an apprentice silversmith with a bright future ahead of him, injures his hand in a tragic accident, forcing him to look for other work. In his new j
Josh
Caroline Janover
"JOSH is a gripping story for children and expresses beautifully what self-esteem can mean to a child with dyslexia." -- Dr. Sylvia Richardson, Past President of the International Dyslexia Association.
Journey of the Pale Bear
Susan Fletcher
“A lovely little miracle of a book.” —Katherine Applegate, Newbery Medal–winning author of The One and Only Ivan “[A] large-hearted and riveting medieval adventure.” —William Alexander, National Book Award–winning author of Goblin Secrets “A breathtaking adventure.” —Kirby Larson, Newbery Honor–win
Journey to the Ocean's End
Megan Miller
The fifth book in the S.Q.U.I.D. Squad graphic novel series for Minecrafters written by New York Times bestselling author Megan Miller. The S.Q.U.I.D. Squad is made up of three bold children who are part of a secret, underwater society of Book Guardians. They combine their unique talents to solve my
Journeys: Young Readers' Letters to Authors Who Changed Their Lives
Catherine Gourley
Culled from the Letters About Literature contest of the Library of Congress Center for the Book, the fifty-two letters in this collection — written by students in grades four through twelve — reveal how deeply books and poetry affect the lives of readers.
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her mother, Lelia adopted Mae Bryant, a fatherless girl who served as a hair model and assistant for the company. While Mae at first considered the adoption a great privilege, Lelia proved as domineering as Madam had been, leaving Mae—Bundles’ biological grandmother—feeling “indebted and cornered.” Lelia could be difficult, to be sure, but Bundles captures her energy, her drive, and her commitment to the creative community that she nourished."
This vibrant guide to cultivating happiness offers young readers practical tools for navigating the emotional landscape of adolescence, blending mindfulness techniques with accessible psychology. The...
Joy to the World
Tomie dePaola
A timeless celebration of Christmas from the legendary Newbery and Caldecott Honor winner Tomie dePaola! This collection unifies three of the incomparable Tomie dePaola’s most beloved Christmas stories into one handsome volume. Vividly portrayed and expertly crafted, The Night of Las Posadas, The St
Judgment Day
Jerry B. Jenkins
#14 in the Left Behind : the Kids series.
Judy Blume Chapter Book Collection (Boxed Set)
Judy Blume
Rediscover Judy Blume’s beloved classic chapter books—The Pain and the Great One, The One in the Middle Is a Green Kangaroo, and Freckle Juice—now available together in a collectible boxed set! No one knows more about growing up than Judy Blume. And in her classic chapter books, full of humor and he
Judy Blume's Fudge Set
Judy Blume
Follow Peter as he deals with his annoying brother Farley, known as Fudge, his sworn enemy and neighbor Sheila Tubman, a family move to New Jersey and his mother's pregnancy, a vacation to Maine and the discovery of cousins Flora and Fauna.
Judy's Journey
Lois Lenski
DIVDIVJudy lives in a tent with her family. Will they ever be able to afford a farm with a real house? /divDIVTen-year-old Judy and her family are migrants, moving from farm to farm with each new season. Starting in Alabama, they travel to Florida and up the East Coast all the way to New Jersey, alw
Julia Donaldson Reads the Gruffalo and Other Stories
Julia Donaldson
This audio collection brings Julia Donaldson's beloved woodland tales to life through the author's own warm, expressive narration, creating an immersive storytelling experience for young listeners. C...
Julia Donaldson Reads What the Ladybird Heard and Other Stories
Julia Donaldson
This audio collection brings Julia Donaldson's beloved farmyard adventure to life with the author's own warm narration, capturing the clever ladybird's plot to outwit two bumbling thieves. Listeners ...