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Age range 4+'Grandpa, tell me the story again of when we went to sea. That's a BIG story, One-Button.How does it begin? It begins with the uprooting . . .'And so Grandpa tells the story of how he and One-Button and their whole community...

This joyful book about nature sounds for kids 3-7 will transport readers up a magnificent mountain.The mountains have lots to say... if you listen.It's time for a hike in the mountains! A group of friends sets off, ready for adventure, with their ears...

With Little Seed as your guide, come discover the interconnected world of trees, animals, and fungi in this informative, fun-filled illustrated book for kids.Journey into the heart of the forest to explore its enchanting ecosystem, with our fun and...

In this guided collection, young crafters and artists will find step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs that will aid them in creating decorations and playful projects using elements they have designated for reuse or upcycling.Author and...

A thrilling journey to the mysterious, dark world of the deep sea, where fascinating creatures make their own light!Young readers will encounter the viperfish, that hunts with a blinking beacon to lead unsuspecting prey into its mouth; learn about the...

Pulitzer Prize winner Barbara Kingsolver and environmental educator Lily Kingsolver collaborate on their first children's book, Coyote's Wild Home.The book takes us into the woods, meadows, and streams of an Appalachian forest where a girl and a coyote...

Hello World! I am Erjok, the Nature's Friendly Kid is the first in a series of short stories that introduces Erjok and his sisters, Achol, and Aluel as friends from different planet on a journey to discover and learn about the nature and its habitats...

Curious young readers will delight in this whimsical and exquisitely illustrated ocean adventure led by deep-sea diver Kai in her yellow submarine!Kai is an explorer. She is also extremely curious, especially about the vast and silent sea.What's on the...

"Historic contributions and stories of resilience are shared in this dynamic graphic novel. An informative and engaging read!"-Maia and Alex Shibutani, two-time Olympic medalists and authors of Amazing: Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Who Inspire...

"The Unlikely Hero: The Story of Wolf 8 is the gripping and true story of a small and scrappy young wolf who became the patriarch of the most powerful pack in Yellowstone National Park. ... An inspiring read for any child who loves the natural world."...

Take a wild ride with the carbon atom through a history of Earth's climate, from dinosaurs to wooly mammoths to today's climate crisis.The Everywhere Atom blends science, humour, and cartoon atoms to explain how the carbon cycle affects the climate,...

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 8 to 12For fans of Gene Luen Yang'sAmerican Born Chineseand Svetlana Chmakova's Awkward,this funny yet poignant middle-grade coming-of-age story highlights the struggle of feeling invisible while yearning to be seen by all.Kevin Lee is having a...

Age range 6 to 9Featuring quirky, vintage-inspired illustrations, this charming story tells the tale of a cat moving to a new island home, where things take an unexpected turn.When a curious cat named Tibbles and her owner move across the world from...

They have waited 75 years for an acknowledgment that what was done to them was a war crime. They are still waiting.Grandmothers, Our Grandmothers is a beautifully and sensitively rendered narrative of the ongoing crusade of WWII's most...

"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...

Adventurous and full of wonder, 'Raisah and the Boat Trip' takes us from the shallow shoreline to the deep sea. On a simple day trip, Raisah together with her parents, shows young curious readers that the sea is a gift to mankind and all living things...

Hamza's usual fun Saturday is cancelled when his family receives the sad news that Uncle Sameer has died. Follow Hamza through the day as he learns about the various aspects of a janaza. This story is a gentle introduction to attending an Islamic...

For young Ali, a former refugee from Afghanistan, "home" is where his family is together.Although his family is safe in their new country, Ali finds himself wishing he could go back to Afghanistan. A day spent picking blackberries with Nana reminds him...

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...

Age range 4 to 7'Beautifully written and illustrated...I am so glad this book exists in the world.' - Bao Phi, author of the Caldecott Honor and Zolotow Award-winning A Different PondA young girl helps her dad navigate life in a new...

Age range 4 to 10From a Hans Christian Andersen award-winning illustrator comes a moving and imaginative story of four polar bears searching for a new home.One evening, Papa Bear announces, 'we are moving tomorrow'. His family can...

Age range 4 to 8Let's go on an insect expedition for kids ages 4 to 8! This adventure into the extraordinary world of bugs is inspired by David Suzuki's adventures with his own grandkids.It's time for the twins to go on a...

Christmas thought her ADHD was a liability. Turns out, it is a superpower. Seventeen-year-old Christmas Miller is looking forward to a summer of sunbathing and waterskiing at her home in Sweet Lake with Lexi, the one friend who gets her completely, ADHD...

> 48 page illustrated chapter book perfect for younger readers > spotlights the life of Sephardic Jews in Portugal during the Inquisition > under told narrative that will interest libraries looking for historical Jewish experience...

Age range 3 to 6Do you want to be a tree? It's easy.Pretend your arms are branches, your body is a trunk, and your legs are roots. Then stand in one place and see what happens! If your parent is as patient as the dad in this story, you might get...

Age range 3 to 7The final title from IN THE GARDEN, a series to introduce very young children to the natural world.I heard a bird. I breathed in listening.I heard my breathing, my heart beating . . .A little girl hears a bird which is frightened away by...

Kalak vive con su familia en la parte del mundo donde los nidos son viejos, los tejados estn destruidos, el suelo est seco y nunca hay suficiente comida. Un da deciden abandonar todo y volar hacia otro lugar. El viaje de Kalak ayuda a los lectores a...

A tender, beautifully illustrated story that captures the true heart of friendship.Mila, the seal, has found a special rock in the middle of the sea. One day, after a funny accident, she meets Charlie the seagull. The two become friends and together they...

A tender, beautifully illustrated story that captures the true heart of friendship. Una hermosa historia sobre el nacimiento de una amistad. Cuando la amistad es verdadera, se mantiene sin importar el tiempo que pase o las circunstancias.Mila, the seal,...

Age range 5 to 9The little girl of the forest embraces you, takes you by the hand, and invites you to immerse yourself in her magical world. The trees surround you. You walk in peace. The light filters through the leaves, in myriad green and ochre tones...

There are places that remind us of happy moments. Zoe, a little girl who has to flee from her city with her family because of a war, remembers them before she leaves. She uses them to draw a "map of good memories," knowing that they will always be with...

Hay lugares que nos traen recuerdos de momentos felices. Zoe, una nia que debe huir de su ciudad con su familia por causa de la guerra, los rememora antes de partir. Dibujar su mapa de los buenos momentos con esos recuerdos y con la certeza de que...

Age range 3 to 8Moon knew it was unusual to see a green turtle. Out of all the sea turtles in the world, they were the species that was most at risk. "What is it Turtle? Why are you here?" The turtle beckoned, Come, with its strong...

Age range 6 to 9A picture book telling a story of a grandpa wearing pink trousers. Why is he doing that? Is he crazy? Or a hero? Sometimes quiet heroism can be more effective than a thousand grand gestures.The grandfather of our story isn't like other...

Did you know that beaver ponds provide habitat for hundreds if not thousands of life forms?Using their extremely strong teeth, beavers chop down trees to build a dam. The dam creates a pond that is habitat for everything from algae to giant moose. After...

Living for more than five thousand years, ancient bristlecone pines are the oldest trees on Earth. Interweaving lovely, meticulously drawn pictures with a story line that spans 5,000 years, Alexandra Siy invites young naturalists to explore the secrets...

Becoming a Foster Family is a look into the eyes of a young boy whose family becomes a foster family.Finally a book to help prepare children for the amazing role they play in sharing the love of Jesus with kids in the foster care system. The outcome is...

Age range 6 to 9One small action a day can make a difference . . . in a big way! In 10 Ideas to Save the World with Kindness, we discover what it means to be kind, caring, and thoughtful.Are you ready to make the world a kinder place? We can each be a...

Age range 6 to 9One small action a day can make a difference . . . in a big way! In 10 Ideas to Save the Planet, we explore how to BE GREEN to counteract the effects of pollution and global warming in our everyday lives.Are you ready to save the planet?...

"We can help our meadows, too!" Grassy, flower-filled meadows are really pretty! It's oh-so tempting to hike and skip right through them. But meadows are actually fragile, and human footsteps and picnics can cause them harm-and then they cannot do their...

This is a story of a young girl who was moved from where she grew up, to a new place in the country where she knew no one. Here she encounters a very special friend to help her adapt.

Zaynab Abdi chronicles her journey from Somalia to Yemen and ultimately the United States, where she shares a stage with Malala and becomes a voice for refuge. Her graphic memoir is told in both English and Arabic. Zaynab was born in Somalia and raised...

Age range 9 to 12Something is rotten in the state of Deadmark, but of course there is: it's filled with zombies.This brainy middle-grade adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet follows a young science-minded zombie named Edda as she deals...

Age range 6 to 9In this wondrous book by award-winning fantasy author Jane Yolen and award-winning fantasy illustrator Doug Keith, two children and a dog explore the coves and caves of a tiny island. Under the watchful eye of Grandpa, the kids are...

FROM THE AWARD-WINNING ANIMATION TEAM BEHIND THE FILMSKHUMBA, ZAMBEZIA, ANDSEAL TEAMPearl has always felt more comfortable in the sea than surrounded by the people in her sleepy South African town who always seem to let her down. But when a new friend...

Age range 0 to 3Start environmental conservation early with the newest title from the Baby's Big World series!Energy makes things GO!But where does energy come from?It's never too soon to share the potential of clean energy with your little one. Peek...

Age range 3+Glide with us into the magical mermaid world...As the full moon rises, we meet the lively, lovely mermaids. They sing, dance, and swim with a breathtaking array of oceangoing friends, from turtles and seals to whales, octopi, polar bears, and...