Virginia Hamilton

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Texas

American Black Folktales

Retold Afro-American folktales of animals, fantasy, the supernatural, and desire for freedom, born of the sorrow of the slaves, but passed on in hope.

The People Could Fly

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Gcina Mhlophe

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

A Barefoot Collection

This anthology includes eight traditional tales from all over Africa. Sumptuous hand-sewn collage artwork decorated with African beads adorns these unforgettable tales of bravery, wisdom, wit and heroic deeds

African Tales

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Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

Science and Nature Super Treasury

The Berenstain Bears' Big Book of Science and Nature

The Usborne Complete Book of the Microscope

Britta Teckentrup

Oversized Hardcover (4 to 6 lbs)

An Animal Poem for Each Day of the Year

A lavishly illustrated collection of 366 animal poems—one for every day of the year! The perfect book for children (and grown-ups!) to share at the beginning or end of the day. Tiger, Tiger, Burning Bright! is a lavishly illustrated collection of 366 animal poems—one for every day of the year. Filled with favorites and new discoveries written by a wide variety of poets, including William Blake, Christina Rosetti, Carl Sandburg, Grace Nichols, Matsuo Basho, Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve, Lewis Carroll, Emily Dickinson, and many more. This is the perfect book for children (and grown-ups!) to share at the beginning or end of the day.

Tiger, Tiger, Burning Bright!

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Phillip Hoose

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Young People in U. S. History

"This may be the most exhilarating and revelatory history of our country. It is must reading for today's youth-as well as their elders." --Studs Terkel

From the boys who sailed with Columbus to today's young activists, this unique book brings to life the contributions of young people throughout American history. Based on primary sources and including 160 authentic images, this handsome oversized volume highlights the fascinating stories of more than 70 young people from diverse cultures. Young readers will be hooked into history as they meet individuals their own age who were caught up in our country's most dramatic moments-Olaudah Equiano, kidnapped from his village in western Africa and forced into slavery, Anyokah, who helped her father create a written Cherokee language, Johnny Clem, the nine-year-old drummer boy who became a Civil War hero, and Jessica Govea, a teenager who risked joining Cesar Chavez's fight for a better life for farmworkers. Throughout, Philip Hoose's own lively, knowledgeable voice provides a rich historical context-making this not only a great reference-but a great read. The first U.S. history book of this scope to focus on the role young people have played in the making of our country, its compelling stories combine to tell our larger national story, one that prompts Howard Zinn, author of A People's History of the United States, to comment, "This is an extraordinary book-wonderfully readable, inspiring to young and old alike, and unique."

We Were There, Too! is a 2001 National Book Award Finalist for Young People's Literature.

We Were There, Too!

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Reveal the stories behind your favourite creatures with this awe-inspiring animal book for curious kids aged 7-9.

The animal kingdom is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. An Anthology of Intriguing Animals is a stunning animal encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they discover the facts, stories and myths behind their favourite animals. Whether it's where the slow-motion sloth lives, how the plodding pangolin protects itself from predators, or which animal the Ancient Egyptians thought rolled the Sun across the sky, children can learn all sorts of fun animal facts from the storybook descriptions.

This beautiful modern bestiary lets you find the animals that interest you and uncover new favourites along the way. From tigers and chameleons to wolves and owls there's an animal for everyone in this compendium of creatures. Each type of animal is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. The engaging storybook-style descriptions and simple text shed a light on the wonders of wildlife and array of animals, perfect for children aged 7-9 to love and explore for hours on end. 

Celebrate your child's curiosity as they:

- Explore detailed photographs and striking illustrations of animals around the world 
- Reveal fun facts and myths about a wide range of animals 
- Uncover more than 100 animals, each with stunning images and captivating information.

This animal encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook style text with out of this world illustrations which makes it a fantastic animal book for children who are obsessed with the animal kingdom. Encourage young readers to go on a journey to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 7-9 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn. 

Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom whilst uncovering: 

-Stunning Jacket Detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges
-Stunning photography & illustrations inside
-A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure 
-A quality gift to be passed down through the generations

More in the Series

An Anthology of Intriguing Animals is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with The Wonders of Nature or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life.

An Anthology of Intriguing Animals

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Marilyn Miller

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

A Young Person's Collection of Historic American Documents

Presents and explores how many famous American documents and speeches impacted the political and social structure of the nation throughout the years.

Words That Built a Nation

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James Bruchac

Joseph Bruchac

A collection of Native American stories arranged geographically.

The Girl Who Helped Thunder and Other Native American Folktales

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Karen Lange

A New Look at Jamestown

1607: A New Look at Jamestown is the last word on America's first colony. With expert appraisal of new archaeological evidence, this National Geographic title stands alone for timely authority and visual appeal.Karen Lange's gripping narrative incorporates analysis of the latest discoveries from the Jamestown site. The text has been researched with the help of National Geographic grantee Dr. William Kelso. The pages come alive with Ira Block's stunning photography, detailing newly discovered artifacts, and highlighting authentic Jamestown reenactments. Compelling new theories, a National Geographic period map, and stunning reenactment photography take us back to Jamestown in 1607, where the course of our country's history changed forever.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

1607

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Christopher Lloyd

Unfold the Story of Nature--From the Dawn of Life to the Present Day!

Unfold the story of nature--from the dawn of life to the present day! Created in association with the American Museum of Natural History.

The Nature Timeline Wallbook

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Ben Hoare

Uncover awe-inspiring stories behind the natural world with this nature book for curious kids aged 7-9.

The world is filled with curious objects such as amazing rocks and minerals, microscopic life, plants, animals and more. The wonders of wildlife are so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn! The Wonders of Nature is a stunning nature encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they dive into this collection of 100 remarkable
items from the natural world, from orchids to opals and lichens to lizards and so much more! Each plant, animal, and rock is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. 

The storybook descriptions let you discover the myths and legends surrounding both organisms and gemstones, as well as key facts about their natural history. Find out how the prowling jaguar uses spots to avoid being spotted, why a sticky sundew means big trouble for insects, and what on Earth a radiolarian is. This beautiful treasury lets you find the things that interest you and uncover new favourites along the way. With reference pages packed with information you'll go away knowing something you didn't before, and you'll return time and again. The Wonders of Nature takes you on a tour of our planet through commonplace-but-incredible objects made by nature itself. The engaging storybook-style descriptions and simple text shed a light on the wonders of nature and wildlife, making this book ideal for inquisitive children aged 7-9 who loves to spot things when exploring outside and wants to know more about the wonderful and mysterious natural world.

Celebrate your child's curiosity as they:
- Explore 100 minerals, plants, and animals each with a stunning photographs and illustrations
- Reveal fun facts in visual index guides that provide key reference information 
- Uncover captivating information on the natural history and mythology of a variety of nature's wonders 

This nature encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook style text with out of this world illustrations which makes it a fantastic nature book for children who are obsessed with wildlife and the natural world. Encourage young readers to go on a journey to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 7-9 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn. 

Explore the vastness of space by uncovering:

-Stunning Jacket Detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges
-Striking photography & illustrations inside
-A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure 
-A quality gift to be passed down through the generations

More in the Series

The Wonder's of Nature is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with Nature's Treasures or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life.

The Wonders of Nature

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Donna Latham

Discover the Earth's Ecosystems with Environmental Science Activities for Kids

Discusses different types of biomes on Earth: forests, deserts, grasslands, tundra, mountains, oceans. Activities and projects include making a blubber mitt, a rainstick, a tornado in a bottle, a food chain flipbook, a glacier, a cone bird feeder as well as experiments with erosion, acid rain, salt and seed germination and air quality.--

Biomes

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Enrico Lavagno

An Illustrated Children's Atlas of Adventure, Culture, and Discovery

A lavishly illustrated, fact-filled, oversized atlas that allows children to discover the world without leaving their home. Covering every continent, country, even outer space, MAPS OF THE WORLD is a vibrant and comprehensive atlas that children of all ages will love to explore. The dozens of colorful, detailed maps are filled with charming, educational icons representing the aboriginal people in Australia, giant tortoises in the Galapagos, the Gold Rush in California, traditional dress in Mali, and even James Bond in England. Flip the next page in the book, and the corresponding icon key explains hundreds of these cultural, environmental, and societal illustrations. Organized by continent, the atlas also includes details on populations, language, agricultural, politics, and other bite-size facts. Each map includes a link allowing kids to download a version of them on computers and tablets to explore even further. Captivating and comprehensive, MAPS OF THE WORLD will entice even the most reluctant young explorer.

Maps of the World

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A. J. Wood

Mike Jolley

A Visual Compendium of Wonders from Nature - Jacket Unfolds into a Huge Wall Poster!

A first introduction to the natural world that looks at the myriad ways in which plants and animals have adapted to give themselves the best chance of survival. Natural World explores and explains why living things look and behave the way they do in a series of visually compelling information charts.

Curiositree: Natural World

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John Ayto

This new edition of the Oxford School Dictionary of Word Origins, now available in paperback, is an engaging, funny, and absorbing history of thousands of words and phrases used in everyday language. It is perfect for additional language reference and helps develop an insight into the words we use every day.

Oxford School Dictionary of Word Origins

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Merriam-Webster

An essential dictionary for children grades 3-5, ages 8-11.

This dictionary for young students covers the vocabulary needed today, including many new words from the fields of science and technology, such as alternative energy, friend, and STEM. More than 36,000 entry words with clear definitions are enriched with nearly 1,300 quotations from classic and contemporary children's literature.

Over 900 full-color illustrations, photographs, and diagrams will fascinate young readers and improve their understanding of concepts. Word history, word root, and synonym paragraphs help students build vocabulary and improve spelling skills.

This is a great resource for students building vocabulary; perfect for school or home.

Merriam-Webster's Elementary Dictionary

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Stephanie Corfee

52 Creative Adventures in Painting and Mixed Media for Budding Artists of All Ages

Paint Lab for Kids is a fun and inspiring book of painting exercises for kids from bestselling art-technique author Stephanie Corfee.

Paint Lab for Kids

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Drawings on 5-6 pages, but still plenty of room

Art, music, drama/theater

With lots of space for your drawings

Step-by-Step Drawing People

A Literature Approach for Intermediate Grades

Geography Through Literature

Shelley Fu

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

The Monkey King and Other Adventures

This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Chinese fairy tales and other folk stories--providing insight into a vibrant literary culture.

Chinese Myths and Legends is a delightful collection of seven classic Chinese stories that make for great reading adventures. From the stories of Pan Gu and Nu Wo, creators of the world, to Bai Su-Tzin, a snake who took on human form and found true love, this mesmerizing book includes myths of creation, mortality, and love.

More than just a Chinese children's storybook, Chinese Myths and Legends also explores the origins of each tale, as well as its impact on Chinese culture and history, inviting you and the children you love to enjoy the many layers of meaning. The included pronunciation guide, as well as information for further reading, makes this a perfect tool for educators, librarians, and parents.

Chinese Myths and Legends

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Susie Hodge

& Other Vital Questions about Art

Artists ask questions when they make art - and viewers ask questions when they look at art. This gently provocative book provides an engaging way for young people to start asking and answering questions for themselves. Why is art full of naked people? is structured around 22 questions, each one tackled over two spreads. The opening spread explores the question and answer, inviting the reader to study a full-bleed image of an important artwork. The second spread shows a selection of work on the theme from across history, showing how art can run with an idea to hugely different ends. The tone of the text is fresh and informal but not flippant.

Why Is Art Full of Naked People?

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Morgan E. Moroney

Egyptian Mythology for Kids

Unearth the magic and mythology of ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses From the rising of the morning sun to the summer flooding of the Nile River, the ancient Egyptians believed powerful gods and goddesses ruled over every aspect of their daily lives. This Egyptian mythology guide takes you on a trip through the sands of time to explore the world of pharaohs and sphinxes--ancient Egypt! Featuring illustrated myths of incredible Egyptian gods and goddesses, these stories describe the magic each deity performed along the Nile. You'll also learn about how Egyptian mythology was a key part of ancient Egyptian culture, like pyramid building, the mummification process, and even the worshiping of cats. This Egyptian mythology collection includes: Narratives from the Nile--Explore the gods and goddesses of Egyptian mythology, from the familiar to the lesser-known, through 20 easy-to-follow myths. Amazing artwork--Take a look at the gods, goddesses, and artifacts of the long-extinct ancient Egyptian empire with captivating illustrations and photos. Fast pharaoh facts--Dig into ancient Egyptian mythology and culture with plenty of awesome facts on everything from hieroglyphs to the popular board game, Senet. Explore the legendary lives of ancient gods and goddesses with this rich treasury of Egyptian mythology.

Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Egypt

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Rachel Ignotofsky

Understanding Our World and Its Ecosystems

The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth

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Susan Minchew

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