Places and People's Books

When a magical scarab awakens a museum exhibit, a mummified cat leads kids on an enchanting adventure, teaching them about Ancient Egyptian history, life, and culture.Prepare to be transported deep into the mesmerizing heart of Ancient Egypt. As you open...

"Long ago, there lived great giants in the Arctic."But where did they go? Learn all about the famous giants of the North, including Inukpasuksuk, Nuvuja, and others. Why do winds from the south bring warm weather? What happens when the giant in the sky...

Tom Sawyer's energetic antics-treasure hunting, fishing, and general mischief-making-have captured the imaginations of children for almost 150 years.Now, this abridged edition of the classic story is refreshed with an appealing new cover and contemporary...

Explore the fascinating world of architecture, from ancient monuments to modern structures, and decode architectural styles and history in this engaging non-fiction book.This non-fiction compendium takes readers on a global tour of architectural wonders,...

Follow the classic tale of the trickster Brer Rabbit in a one-of-a-kind trilingual edition, featuring Nahuatl, Spanish, and English languages alongside traditional amate bark paintings.Uncle Rabbit has been gazing longingly at a garden across the river...

Age range 4 to 8For fans of Richard Scarry comes a zany peek into a busy apartment building, and what the one-of-a-kind residents are up to.There's a lot happening inside the apartment building on Bubblegum Street. There's Mouse, a famous rapper, who...

Age range 3 to 9A timeless and inspiring Chinese tale brought to life for Western children!The Monkey King: A Classic Chinese Tale for Children retells the story of the Buddhist monk Tripitaka who is dispatched by the Jade Emperor of Heaven on a magical...

A visually captivating botanical guide that features exquisite illustrations and intriguing insights into the world of common flowers and plants.Discover the beauty and significance of 21 common meadow and garden plants through breathtaking full-page...

Age range 5 to 10He had been waiting all his life, hoping to hear the hare's song...The boy and his family are special. While others hunt the hares, his family search for leverets orphaned by the hunt and keep them safe. When the hares begin to move...

Kids love to read astonishing, absurd, and amusing facts such as these and then share them with their families and friends.Amazingly pointless, but verified, factoids will gear kids up to master Jeopardy and win at family trivia nights.Chapters will...

Age range 3 to 7A collection of lullabies and nursery rhymes from Brazil and Portugal that invites children on an authentic musical journey to explore the strong cultural ties that bind the two countries. Traditional songs about everyday life, work and...

Age range 3 to 7Presented in Arabic, Berber and French, this collection of lullabies and nursery rhymes from Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia draws children into a musical journey across North Africa, from the Sahara Desert through the Atlas Mountains to the...

Age range 3 to 7**Children's Africana Book Award Winner**An enchanting collection of 12 traditional songs that pays homage to the rich cultural heritage and multilingual communities of West Africa and the Caribbean.Stories about children playing...

Age range 12 to 18A young adult novel about inner-city teens who live on a razor's edge and understand that chosen family is just as important as blood.Michie and her best friend Trissa grew up like sisters in a ramshackle duplex owned by their...

'When I tie up my hair, it feels like I'm wearing a new pair of shoes.'A young woman is out in the world for the first time, living on her own. When she decides to tie up her hair one day, she embarks on a journey of small,...

A fun and touching debut that explores the power of finding your voice.Rudbeh (Rudy for short) loves to talk, sing, jump and shout. There's just one problem: the adults in her life are always telling her that she is SO LOUD. When her grandmother (Mmn...

Etua Snowball shares his childhood experience with the unlikeliest of friend-an Arctic wolf pup that he meets at a remote camp where the boy spends his summers. As the child and the pup become more comfortable with one another, they go hunting, walking,...

A little story about two kids exploring the garden and learning how to grow various crops, accompanied by a search-and-find game.In this charming story, Bella takes her friend Sam on a tour of her family's farm, where they learn all about growing fruits...

Sixteen-year-old Reece is an expert at keeping secrets. She has to be, since her father abducted her ten years ago. For as long as she can remember, she' s been on the run, sneaking food out of the dumpster and sleeping in the woods. Every time she...

Age range 4 to 8'Although set in faraway Sri Lanka, Fullerton's rhythmic tale holds a universal message: that even the smallest and youngest among us can summon up the courage to face, and overcome, the most gargantuan challenges.' -...

Age range 2+'An Advent story for everyone who loves Christmas.'It's December and Alva is having fun getting ready for Christmas with her family. But one thing is making her sad. How come Santa never gets any presents when he...

When three children stumble into an overgrown city yard, they end up elbows-deep in an urban gardening project that replenishes the earth and unites a community.With the mentorship of Amy, a neighbour who is well-versed in no-dig gardening, Luna, Bianca,...

Come to Pray! Come to Success! Join five different families on five different continents as they make a special effort to perform their daily prayers on time and in congregation. Salah is an obligatory act of worship that connects believers to Allah,...

Age range 7 to 12Introduce your child (or yourself!) to the incredible language of Spanish! Featuring over 800 first words with bright, bold illustrations,My First Book of Spanishprovides each word in English, Spanish, and a romanization that makes...

Age range 8 to 12The second entry in the slightly scary, extremely addictive contemporary middle-grade series from New York Times bestselling authors Lisi Harrison and Daniel Kraus - perfect for fans of scary stories for kids, like R. L. Stine's...

Age range 9 to 12This engaging book for young adventurers features 40 historical discoveries, from tiny artifacts to entire cities, including the people and circumstances behind their uncovering.In Famous Finds and Finders, young readers are taken on an...

Age range 4 to 12A heartwarming story about family, resilience, fashion, and staying true to who you are - told through three generations of tailors in a rapidly changing Seoul.When Deokgu opens a brand new tailor shop in town, all of Seoul is skeptical...

Age range 5 to 12Welcome to the Korean language-learning kit that is designed to make learning fun!The Let's Learn Korean Kit is an introductory language learning tool specially designed to help children from preschool through elementary level...

Age range 7 to 12Twelve Traditional Stories That Children Will Love!This bilingual children's book presents a charming collection of folktales and fables on the timeless theme of the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac. All of these stories are...

A memoir about what it's like when they think you're their daughter, but you know you're their son.For as long as he could remember, Grayson has known he is a boy, not a girl. While his identical twin sister wore princess dresses and danced ballet in a...

Every day, meet a new buddy and pretend you're in their country! Spend your afternoon learning about their culture through fun quizzes and interactive activities. An activity book specially created to transport children to 30 different cultures, all from...

Count down the days to Christmas with our children's advent calendar that features buddies and activities from around the world!As seen on the 2024 Good Housekeeping and Today "Top Advent Calendars for Kids" lists. Every day, children will travel to a...

Age range 4+Lexi loved adventures. Lexi loved to explore. Whenever something caught Lexi's attention, she just had to dig into it a little bit more. One day Lexi spotted something poking up from Grandma's lawn. And when she followed it?...

Age range 9 to 12A unique guide to 30 of the world's most beloved cities, including 5 U.S. cities, accompanied by more than 1,000 gorgeous watercolour illustrations, matched by a vibrant writing style.From the rain-soaked streets of London to the...

"This is a well-told and highly informative read. Highly recommended for young adult graphic novel and nonfiction collections." School Library Journal (STARRED review)Winner of the2024 Global Literature in Libraries Initiative Translated Young Adult...

The Year of the Dragon is the most lucky and popular... for good reason! Dominic is an adventurous dragon whose journey celebrates the new year. 2024 is the Year of the Dragon! This revised edition is bilingual in simplified Chinese. Dominic's proud...

This is the second volume of the collection HISTORY FOR KIDS, the ideal collection to learn history while having fun. The text is full of amusing illustrations and visual jokes that help children understand the historical facts that are narrated more...

This is the first volume of the collection HISTORY FOR KIDS, the ideal collection to learn history while having fun. The text is full of amusing illustrations and visual jokes that help children understand the historical facts that are narrated more...

Chinese New Year' s eve is the most important day of the year for the Chinese people. The whole family sits around the table to celebrate the reunion. However, a long time ago, on this day, people were used to running away from their homes and hiding in...

Age range 14+Those who would suppress and destroy you stand not a chance when confronted with the power that lies within these pages...Elliott D'Angelo-Brandt is sick and tired of putting up with it all. Every week, she attends a support group for teen...

This children's book depicts what life on the farm is really like for moms and wives! In "On the Farm With Mama: Harvest Edition," the children watch their hardworking mom go about her day and learn about the priceless value she brings to their family...

A panorama of Christmas traditions around the world, from France to Iran, Egypt to MexicoChristmas traditions differ from culture to culture, location to location, and family to family. In24 Christmas Stories: Faith and Traditions from Around the...

Un divertido y emocionante homenaje a todas las madres, de la mano del bestseller internacional Chris Haughton.Mam Pingina sale a buscar la cena. Salta, nada, escala un resbaladizo acantilado y pasa de puntillas... junto a unas feroces focas dormidas!...

Age range 12 to 17This inspiring introduction to activism and social justice for young teens shows the important role music plays in changing the world, featuring:Musicians young teens will know and love: Beyonc, Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Lil Nas X, and...

A remarkable story about a brother and sister's determination to attend school and their inventive solution to get there safely.Features an afterword from Julian Lennon, and notes from co-authors Aaron Friedland and Ndileka Mandela.Every...

Age range 3 to 7Multicultural Day is coming up at school, and Kai is nervous about sharing her family's Chinese food with her classmates. Kai's mother is excited about making special dishes, but Kai doesn't like feeling different from everyone else...

Discover the incredible life and work of an iconic Inuit artist in The Life and Art of Ningiukulu Teevee.Learn about a celebrated Inuit artist! Ningiukulu Teevee is a talented artist from Kinngait, Nunavut. Find out about her incredible body of work, her...

Age range 4 to 8Stuck in your worries? Bright ideas are everywhere! Lexi is all about rules and schedules, so when the first day of school brings unwelcome surprises (like a giant hairball on her favourite new dress), she starts to get anxious. Before...