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A true princess demonstrates courage and dedication to her community so that she can serve others with excellence. Princess Felicia exemplifies both inner and outer strength and dignity as she works to protect and care for those who cannot do so for themselves. This is the second of four books created from the "Beautiful Princess Inspirational Journal".

You can watch this story on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZRmBl1L__4 Nohemi is a brilliant and thoughtful young girl who learns that true beauty exemplifies more than outward appearance. Her confidence grows when loving people affirm that her rich, mahogany-hued skin is beautiful and inspires them. “True beauty is born through our actions and aspirations, and in the kindnes...

Visit our YouTube channel for exciting stories on video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxtDczKFAGnBkpECH3kjziA This classic book in a fantastic new format will make the perfect gift for Dr Seuss fans! When the Cat in the Hat steps in on the mat, Sally and her brother are in for a roller-coaster ride of havoc and mayhem! The Cat in the Hat is now available for the first time in picture book form...

Teddy is not Miss Thompson's favorite student. He doesn't focus in class, his homework is never complete, and he comes to school unkempt. When, at Christmas, Teddy gives Miss Thompson a bottle of cheap perfume and a rhinestone bracelet with half the stones missing, Miss Thompson is confused-until she discovers that these items had belonged to his recently deceased mother. Miss Thompson&#39...

Sammy, the adventurous seal, leaves the zoo for the day and ventures into the big, busy city. Along the way he finds a school full of kids and new things to do—and he even learns to read!  This classic Level One I Can Read is perfect for shared reading with a child. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success...

The 1619 Project’s lyrical picture book in verse chronicles the consequences of slavery and the history of Black resistance in the United States, thoughtfully rendered by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones and Newbery honor-winning author Renée Watson. A young student receives a family tree assignment in school, but she can only trace back three generations. Grandma gathers the...

An inspiring story about the importance of compassion and the rewards of friendship in a new Anniversary Edition in a beautiful larger format. Madonna's The English Roses is a story of rivalry and friendship among schoolgirls in contemporary London. Four girls--Nicole, Amy, Charlotte, and Grace--are eleven years old and the very best of friends. They have sleepovers, picnics and ice-skating pa...

Winner of the Coretta Scott King Author Award and Robert F. Siebert Award In this New York Times bestselling classic, Caldecott Medal-winning artist Kadir Nelson tells the incredible story of baseball's unsung heroes -- perfect for celebrating the centennial anniversary of the Negro Leagues! Featuring nearly fifty iconic oil paintings and a dramatic double-page fold-out, an award-winning narra...

Illustrated in full color. In a wildly funny twist on the annual "How I spent my summer vacation" school-essay ritual, Mark Teague shakes up a dull classroom with a young student's imaginative account of his adventures in the Wild West.  Most kids go to camp, or Grandma's house, or maybe they're stuck at home all summer.  Not Wallace Bleff.  He was supposed to visit his Aunt...

In this picture book classic, travel with young Walter on a fantastical adventure as he journeys—by way of his bed—into a polluted dreamscape world that wakes him up to our collective and individual environmental responsibility. Walter does not appreciate the beauty of nature, or understand his role in keeping the planet healthy . . .until a fantastic journey shows him the tragic fate that could b...

Join Blu, Jewel, and More of your favorite Rio 2 characters in this high-flying journey into the wild.

In this picture book classic, travel with young Walter on a fantastical adventure as he journeys—by way of his bed—into a polluted dreamscape world that wakes him up to our collective and individual environmental responsibility. Walter does not appreciate the beauty of nature, or understand his role in keeping the planet healthy . . . until a fantastic journey shows him the tragic fate that could...

I'M A PRETTY LITTLE BLACK GIRL ! introduces adorable Mia, who wakes with her hair just-a-going every which-a-ways! With her abundant energy and joy leading the way, readers follow Mia as she plays with her friends who are all shades, shapes and sizes. There's tall Kia, Keisha the reader, Charlotte her best friend, Dina Rose-Marie the artist, Imani the dancer, Anna who loves sports, Ruby th...

Learn about the library, checking out books, and story time with Lola.  Every Tuesday Lola and her mommy go to the library. Lola meets her friends there. They share books and don't have to be quiet all the time. The nice librarian tells stories. There is a big machine that buzzes Lola's books in and out, and she can take any books she wants home with her. Lola and her mommy always stop for...

Clover's mom says it isn't safe to cross the fence that segregates their African-American side of town from the white side where Anna lives. But the two girls strike up a friendship, and get around the grown-ups' rules by sitting on top of the fence together. With the addition of a brand-new author's note, this special edition celebrates the tenth anniversary of this classic book....

Celebrate 50 years of the beloved teddy bear. 2018 marks Corduroy’s 50th anniversary, and Don Freeman’s classic character is even more popular today than he was when he first came on the scene. Now his original story is available in an unabridged, sturdy board book format, perfect for even the youngest readers.

A humorous and heartwarming picture book from legendary musician Chris "Ludacris" Bridges about the special bond between father and daughter. Karma and her daddy love to make music together! Karma sets up the rhyme and daddy finishes it. Together, they're the perfect team! But when it's time for Karma to write her daddy a rap for his birthday all on her own, she can't quite m...

"The Cardinal" is a heartwarming ode that celebrates one of Felicia Carmelita Hardy’s sweetest childhood memories. When she was growing up, her mother would often say that the beauty of a “red bird” is a reminder of God’s promises, protection, and provision. Today, as an adult, Hardy still sees a cardinal as an encouraging symbol of love and hope. "The Cardinal: A Poem" can be...

Hurricanes are in the news more than ever before. But how many kids really know the amazing science behind these spectacular and often deadly natural occurrences? Our newest All Aboard Science Reader offers tons of interesting information about the cause and effects of hurricanes alongside full-color photographs.

Learn about how the Statue of Liberty became one of the most recognizable monuments in the world. Use the following link to subscribe to our educational YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxtDczKFAGnBkpECH3kjziA

Hurricanes are in the news more than ever before. But how many kids really know the amazing science behind these spectacular and often deadly natural occurrences? Our newest All Aboard Science Reader offers tons of interesting information about the cause and effects of hurricanes alongside full-color photographs.

A haunting and mesmerizing story about sisterhood, family, love, and loss by literary luminary Edwidge Danticat. Excerpt taken from Read 180: Real Book (2017)by Houghton, Mifflin, Harcourt Giselle Boyer and her identical twin, Isabelle, are as close as sisters can be, even as their family seems to be unraveling. Then the Boyers have a tragic encounter that will shatter everyone's world forever...

"Fish Cheeks" is a 1987 one-page narrative essay by Chinese-American author, Amy Tan and her first published essay. The work was first published in Seventeen Magazine and covers a Christmas Eve dinner when Tan was 14 years old.

Pop-up story book about your favorite cute and cuddly polar animals. Though it may be cold where these animals live, this book will definitely warm your child's heart by bringing these animals to life in this amazing pop-up book.

In this tender sequel to the New York Times bestseller and children's classic The Kissing Hand, Audrey Penn provides parents with another tale of love and reassurance to share with their children. Chester Raccoon has a baby brother—and the baby brother is taking over his territory. When Chester sees his mother give his baby brother a Kissing Hand—his Kissing Hand—he is overcome with sadness, b...