Bzzz! Learn all about honey bees in the next pre-reader from National Geographic Kids! Through text features such as a vocabulary tree and a wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to new words and concepts -- helping them expand their understanding of the world. Read more
In this charming picture book, curious little kids will learn all about the bustling world of honeybees and the important role they play in our delicate ecosystem. These engaging Explore My World picture books on subjects kids care about combine simple stories with unforgettable photography. They invite little kids to take their first big steps toward understanding the world around them and are just the thing for parents and kids to curl up with and read aloud. Read more
Where words move, voices rise, and poetry becomes power―this is the beat of learning for a new generation. Hip Hop Speaks to Children, edited by acclaimed poet Nikki Giovanni, is a vibrant celebration of rhythm, rhyme, and cultural roots. Blending the power of hip hop with the depth of classic and contemporary poetry, this New York Times Bestseller delivers an unforgettable spoken-word journey―designed for young readers but resonant for all ages. Featuring over 50 powerful poems and lyrics, this collection brings language to life in a way kids can hear, feel, and understand. Why Kids, Parents, Teachers, and Librarians Love it: A Tapestry of Voices: Poets and performers from Nikki Giovanni, Maya Angelou, Langston Hughes, Queen Latifah, Tupac Shakur, Common, Mos Def, Lucille Clifton, Sterling A. Brown, Nikki Grimes, A Tribe Called Quest. and many more! Multicultural and Cross-Generational: Connects kids to the literary, social, and musical voices that shaped today's world. Includes a CD with 30+ Read-Aloud Performances: Featuring original artists or dynamic interpretations. Gift-Ready: Perfect for young writers, music lovers, and students discovering their voice. If you want kids to feel the power of language, understand the richness of culture, and discover their own creative voice―Hip Hop Speaks to Children is more than a book. It's a movement you can hold in your hands. Read more
Did you know that insects are the only animals in the world with six legs? Or that other than birds and bats, they are the only animals that can fly? Learn these and other fascinating facts about what makes an insect an insect in this engrossing book on bugs! Featuring forty-five photos from National Geographic, it provides children with an up-close look at familiar favorites like butterflies and grasshoppers, as well as bugs like leaf insects and treehoppers that hide in plain sight and rarely get noticed. From birth to feeding habits, the basics are all covered here in simple text that will get young readers excited about going outside and exploring the world of creepy crawlers. “This superb book will fascinate young explorers, whether or not they are reading yet. The smooth, well-paced text is accessible enough to engage a young listener and simple enough for an early reader.” — Scientific American Read more
Do your children realize they have one of life's greatest gifts, the ability to make choices that determine how their day will go? Life can be rough. We can't always control what will happen, but we can always decide how we respond to it. When we teach kids that they have the power to choose their reactions, it shifts everything! By choosing positive actions, kids feel happier and build lifelong healthy habits. No more, "I can't, I don't know, or I'm not!" My Magical Choices presents 13 "I choose" statements that empower children to take responsibility for their days and inspire them to use conscious language and choose to be calm, forgiving, brave, honest, friendly, and much more. Written by a 20-year elementary and special educator and founder of Free Kids Academy to empower kids to create their own happiness. Becky Cummings, M.Ed., is inspired by her experience in the classroom and homeschooling her own three children. She loves kids and thinks they are divine little humans with unlimited curiosity and creativity. She also loves speaking her truth. Becky is blessed to combine these passions by writing children's books that spread messages of love, hope, faith, health, and happiness. She is on a mission to ensure all children have access to her collection of social and emotional support books! Collect other books by Becky Cummings The Magic of Me Series is a collection of personal growth books that empower children to make choices that will lead to a healthy and happy lifestyle. The vision for the series was to give children access to learn big ideas about mindset that traditionally have only been introduced in adulthood. As an educator, Becky Cummings was aware that between the ages of 0-7, the brain is in the most influential learning stage. It is here that the majority of the subconscious mind and its beliefs are formed. Therefore, the series was created to target boys and girls ages 2-8. Using vibrant illustrations and simple language in rhyming verse, powerful concepts are explicitly presented so they can be easily understood and applied by little minds. Collect the entire set: My Magical Words, My Magical Choices, My Magical Dreams, My Magical Gifts, My Magical Foods, My Magical Feelings, and My Magical Moods. Read more
The world knows giant pandas as silly, cuddly bears that live in China, but there's more to them than meets the eye. Discover what's special about them in this National Geographic Kids Level 2 Reader, perfect for kids who love bears and animals. The whole world loves panda bears. Everyone loves to watch them play, climb, cuddle, and chew. But careful, they can scratch too—just look at that tree! Pandas live in wild places very far away, and they are the STAR ATTRACTIONS of every zoo that keeps them safe and well, all over the world. This reader is filled with cute photographs of pandas and everything you need to know about these black and white bears. NGK Level 2 Readers are perfect for kids reading independently or with only occasional adult help. They feature longer sentences and more complex vocabulary. Looking for more Level 2 Readers for your child? There's a whole world of animals to explore! Check out: - Dolphins (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 2) - Manatees (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 2) - Penguins (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 2) Read more
ADVENTURE, HEROISM, LOVE, FRIENDSHIP Everyone loves animal stories! Your child will be amazed and fascinated by these astonishing stories of the most remarkable animals. You have found the book series that is a wild, whirling tornado of breathless fascination. This series, gifts for kids who revel in reading (or even those who find it tedious) is a most extraordinary, gratifying, daring affair, teeming with life and vivid stories, full of unique marvels for the young mind, a book that will captivate, inspire, and ignite the imagination of young readers who love animals. Each story is an adventure, each tale a discovery. Every page is dripping with captivating tales from history and scientific wonders, all of which have been specifically curated and written for YOUNG READERS. The purpose of this book is to fascinate but also to empower and uplift. You will be amazed at what your child excitedly learns from a series like this. Anyone who reads these pages will come to believe and understand this quote from Anatole France. “Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened.” Dive into this series today and ignite your child's curiosity. Fascination is an incredible gift. Read more
"Carole Boston Weatherford, once again, delivers a resounding testament and reminder, that hip-hop is a flavorful slice of a larger cultural cake. And to be hip-hop-to truly be it-we must remember that we are also funk, jazz, soul, folktale, and poetry. We must remember that . . . we are who we are!" - Jason Reynolds, New York Times best-selling author "Starting with its attention-getting cover, this picture book does an excellent job of capturing the essence of rap . . . This tribute to hip hop culture will appeal to a wide audience, and practically demands multiple readings." ― Booklist, STARRED REVIEW "No way around it, this book is supa-dupa fly, with lush illustrations anchored in signature hip-hop iconography for the future of the global hip-hop nation." ― Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW "With short, rhyming lines and dramatic portraits of performers, the creative team behind How Sweet the Sound: The Story of Amazing Grace offers a dynamic introduction to hip-hop. . . . This artful introduction to one of the most influential cultural movements of the 20th century pulses with the energy and rhythm of its subject." ― Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW Explore the roots of rap in this stunning, rhyming, triple-timing book, now available as a board book! A generation voicing stories, hopes, and fears founds a hip-hop nation. Say holler if you hear. The roots of rap and the history of hip-hop have origins that precede DJ Kool Herc and Grandmaster Flash. Kids will learn about how it evolved from folktales, spirituals, and poetry to the showmanship of James Brown, to the culture of graffiti art and break dancing that created the art form and gave birth to the musical artists we know today. Written in lyrical rhythm by award-winning author and poet Carole Boston Weatherford and complete with flowing, vibrant illustrations by Frank Morrison, this book beautifully illustrates how hip-hop is a language spoken the whole world 'round. Read more
What is Love is a Bible based picture book that is designed to help children understand what love is. In the story, twins Kar’Leigh and Kar’Moni have just learned what the Bible says about love. Come join them as they bring to life 1 John 3:11, 16-18 and 1 Corinthians 13:1-8a & 13 in a way that is easy for children to understand. Each page includes a Bible verse. Read more
In 10 MINUTE PLAYS OF ALL AGES, you will find nine royalty-free, short play scripts perfect for theater students, acting class recitals, and youth groups. These plays are versatile enough to be performed as staged reader’s theater to full-set productions. Most roles are gender-flexible and range from 6 to 20 players. All nine plays are age appropriate without worrying about inappropriate topics or language. Kids as young as 5yrs have watched and performed in some of these plays. These plays cover several genres, including fantasy fairytales, science fiction, and alien invasions to super silly superheroes. These plays bring out the kid in all of us. Read more
Looking for a Fun Gift to Encourage Your Child's Love for Learning? These aren't your typical stories—they're the kind that make kids go, “Wait, that really happened?” “Captivating Stories for Curious Kids” is filled with non-fiction stories that are interesting, educational, and just plain fun. From strange events in history and science to the oddities that make life on Earth so amazing. This book will keep them entertained for hours. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s inside: Why is there an island in Japan completely overrun by rabbits? How do desert stones in Death Valley move all by themselves? How did an unusual friendship between a boy and a bear inspire a classic children's book? Do you know about the immortal jellyfish that refuses to die? How did a group of giant birds manage to outsmart humans in a war? How a simple mistake led to the invention of popsicles, the summer treat we all love! And much, much more Each chapter presents a unique story, perfect for kids who are fascinated by the world around them and always ask, 'Why?'. What Makes This Book a Must-Have? Encourages Learning Through Real Stories : True events from history, science, and nature that young readers get excited about and what to learn more. Builds Comprehension: Helps children think more deeply about the world by introducing them to unusual or little known facts and events. Engaging and Educational : Each chapter is designed to be both informative and entertaining, making learning enjoyable and turning complex topics into fun, digestible stories. Great for Reading Together: Either as bedtime stories or reading aloud as a family. It’s a chance to ask questions, start conversations, and enjoy quality time together. Captivating Stories for Curious Kids is an excellent birthday or Christmas gift for boys or girls who love to learn new things, and it makes a great addition to any bookshelf—at home or in the classroom. Recommended for Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th graders Recommended Ages: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 years old Reading Level: Elementary and middle-grade readers Read more
Did you know that the mimic octopus can change its shape, skin color, and texture to match its surroundings, or that there is a type of goat that faints whenever it feels threatened? Find out about these and other creatures with bizarre behaviors in our farout book by Ginjer L. Clarke! Read more
