Books

A mischievous boy learns a sugary but sharp lesson about behavior when he is served exactly what he deserves.

For the creative child who loves to perform, this collection of short plays by master storytellers provides easy-to-stag

Four short stories capture the complex feelings of childhood, from a difficult birthday party to an unforgettable night

The stories behind famous icons like the Liberty Bell and Uncle Sam reveal how these figures became enduring symbols of

Howie the dachshund puts on a trench coat and tries his paw at writing a hard-boiled mystery novel featuring himself as

For the child who looks up at the night sky and wonders what else is out there, especially the giant rocks that might on

Four traditional tales from the Masai, Angolan, Hausa, and Bushmen people bring the folk traditions of Africa to life.

For the child who loves the magic of nature and is learning that some of the best things in life are worth the wait.

Albert gathers every scrap and tool in his workshop to build a custom alphabet for the local school playground in this c

For the child who leaves a trail of crumbs and clutter but has a heart of gold, this story celebrates the messy side of

A defiant girl refuses to let reform school or a conquering government crush her spirit in this story of resistance and

A little boy thinks he is far too brave to listen to his grandma's warnings until he comes face-to-face with a massive,

For any middle schooler who has ever felt reduced to a label, this story follows four best friends who decide to stop be

Spider Ananse thinks he can outsmart Granny by getting her to dance so he can raid her garden, but her unstoppable rhyth

For the child curious about the hustle and bustle outside their window, this story celebrates the magic of morning routi

Alexander is digging in his heels and refusing to move, determined not to leave his best friends or his favorite backyar

Third-grader María Isabel struggles to feel at home in her new school until a writing assignment gives her the chance to

The dry sands and bright sun come to life in this rhythmic celebration of how plants, animals, and people share the dese

A hippopotamus drives a car and ice cream cones melt in these nine brief, whimsical stories that turn everyday moments i

Iris and her neighbors are ready for a perfect day at Enchanted Lake, but the family dog creates a series of lively comp

During the 1848 Gold Rush, lightning-fast Estrella must outrun greedy ghosts to save her exotic pets from a haunted gold

For parents feeling overwhelmed by the 'rules' of child-rearing, this silly story reminds us that love matters more than

For the child who meets every obstacle with a creative, high-energy solution and a healthy dose of self-confidence.

For the child learning that growing up means balancing personal desires with the needs of their community and family.