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In luminous paintings and arresting poems, two of children’s literature’s top African-American scholars track Arturo Schomburg’s quest to correct history. Where is our historian to give us our side? Arturo asked. Amid the scholars, poets, authors, and artists of the Harlem Renaissance stood an Afro–Puerto Rican named Arturo Schomburg. This law clerk’s life’s passion was to collect books, letters,...

In luminous paintings and arresting poems, two of children’s literature’s top African-American scholars track Arturo Schomburg’s quest to correct history. Where is our historian to give us our side? Arturo asked. Amid the scholars, poets, authors, and artists of the Harlem Renaissance stood an Afro–Puerto Rican named Arturo Schomburg. This law clerk’s life’s passion was to collect books, letters,...

Discover this middle grade masterpiece about a young black boy whose quiet, rural live in the Appalachian Mountains begins to change—winner of the Newbery Medal, the National Book Award, and the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award. Mayo Cornelius Higgins sits on his gleaming, forty-foot steel pole, towering over his home on Sarah’s Mountain. Stretched before him are rolling hills and shady valleys. But b...

When Spider-Man is confronted by Nick Fury and asked to become part of a Super Hero team, Spidey passes on the offer. But when the Fearsome Four show up at his school and cause mayhem, Peter decides the best way to be ready for another attack is to join S.H.I.E.L.D. and learn how to become the Ultimate Spider-Man.

Splat's class project is taking care of chicken eggs in this I Can Read book from New York Times bestselling author-artist Rob Scotton. When Splat takes the chicks home overnight, they hatch and run loose around his house! They pop up in the bathroom, hide inside his socks, and fall asleep in the paint box! Will Splat be able to round them all up? Beginning readers will practice words in the q...

'Twas the night before kindergarten, and as they prepared,kids were excited,and a little bit scared. It's the first day of school! Join the kids as they prepare for kindergarten, packing school supplies, posing for pictures, and the hardest part of all--saying goodbye to Mom and Dad. But maybe it won't be so hard once they discover just how much fun kindergarten really is! Colorful ill...

Dora and Boots see their teacher riding her bike on the way to school. But the bike gets a flat tire, and the teacher needs to get to school before her students! Will Dora and Boots save the school day? Find out in this exciting interactive adventure.

A 2016 Caldecott Honor Book A 2016 Robert F. Sibert Honor Book A 2016 John Steptoe New Talent Illustrator Award Winner Stirring poems and stunning collage illustrations combine to celebrate the life of Fannie Lou Hamer, a champion of equal voting rights. “I am sick and tired of being sick and tired.” Despite fierce prejudice and abuse, even being beaten to within an inch of her life, Fannie Lou Ha...

Despite fierce prejudice and abuse, even being beaten to within an inch of her life, Fannie Lou Hamer was a champion of civil rights from the 1950s until her death in 1977. Integral to the Freedom Summer of 1964, Ms. Hamer gave a speech at the Democratic National Convention that, despite President Johnson’s interference, aired on national TV news and spurred the nation to support the Freedom Democ...

The Tale of Imani the Bunny is the story of one rabbit's journey to herself and how she uses the power of her imagination to experience life and nurture her unique gifts and talents. Told in English with graceful simplicity, the story invites readers to explore, learn, grow, and become.

Celebrate Father's Day with Biscuit! Unfold the big flaps and join Biscuit for fun times with dad—exploring, playing, and sharing. Father's Day is a great time to show dad how much we love him. The gentle warmth and kindness make this book the right fit for Father's Day or any day a dad wants to cuddle up with his family. For over 25 years Biscuit, the beloved little yellow puppy, has...

Follow friends, Sally and Sam as they imagine having different pets. Find out what pet Sally's parents get her at the end of the book.

Learn about Zachariah, a young child with autism who is entering kindergarten in public school.

Each and every day celebrates a letter of the alphabet with a fun-filled classroom scene. And for additional alphabet fun, there's a search-and-find element on every page. On A day, we find acorns. On B day, we bring in our backpacks. And on C day, we change the calendar. Each and every day celebrates a letter of the alphabet with a fun-filled classroom scene. Fans of Jacqueline Rogers'  T...

Mo is the youngest kid on the Robins, his football team. His classmates don’t mind, but the kids on their rival team tease him for being a "butterfingers" who's too tiny to catch the ball. But Mo's coach has a plan to turn Mo's little size into a big win for the Robins! This Level 2 reader about a little African-American boy with a big passion for sports was the winner of the...

Speaking to children on their own terms, this critically acclaimed book sensitively establishes boundaries for youngsters. In a non-threatening, engaging manner, this guide teaches kids that when it comes to their body, there are some parts that are for “no one else to see” and empowers them to tell a parent or teacher if someone touches them inappropriately. Telling the story of a gender-neutral...

Despite not being part of the original text, Aladdin is associated with One Thousand and One Nights, a compilation of Middle-Eastern folktales originally written in Arabic during the Islamic Golden Age (8th to 13th century). In English, the book is known as Arabian Nights . Aladdin was later added to the compilation by French translator Antoine Galland. He based his story on what he learned from H...

Discover this middle grade masterpiece about a young black boy whose quiet rural live in the Appalachian Mountains begins to change—winner of the Newbery Medal, the National Book Award, and the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award. Mayo Cornelius Higgins sits on his gleaming, forty-foot steel pole, towering over his home on Sarah’s Mountain. Stretched before him are rolling hills and shady valleys. But be...

Journey through the fascinating world of dinosaurs with everyone's favorite Cat in the Hat in this positively prehistoric adventure! The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library is a nonfiction picture book series that introduces beginning readers ages 5-8 to important basic concepts. Learn about how fossils are formed and found, and get an easy introduction to dinosaurs from the flying Archaeopt...

Meet Abigail, the chatty acrobatic bunny who just can't wait to grow up.

It's the sweetest holiday of the year! Celebrate love and Valentine's Day with card-making, tasty treats, and more in this installment of Natasha Wing's best-selling series. Join in on all of the colorful fun, and then come along to school the next morning for a day of parties and games!

This biography is about one of the most famous and recognizable American presidents, George Washington. The book marks DK's commitment to bringing US history-based biographies to the DK Readers series. In George Washington: Soldier, Hero, President , the young reader will learn about our first president's childhood, his life as a farmer, statesman, general, and his days as president. This...

Lift the colorful flaps in these playful books to solve the riddles and reveal the identity of favorite animals and everyday objects. With a peek-a-boo format and irresistible art, toddlers will want to play these simple guessing games over and over again.

It’s never too soon for children to learn that violence is never okay, hands can do many good things, and everyone is capable of positive, loving actions. In this bright, inviting, durable board book, simple words and full-color illustrations teach these important concepts in ways even very young children can understand. Created in response to requests from parents, preschool teachers, and childca...

"The go-to Frederick Douglass biography for younger students” (Booklist starred review). In this powerful picture book biography, New York Times bestselling author Walter Dean Myers and acclaimed artist Floyd Cooper take readers on an inspiring journey through the life of Frederick Douglass. Frederick Douglass was born into slavery in the South, taught himself to read, and grew up to become a...