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Aesops Fables

Aesops Fables

Author: S A Handford Genre: Anthology

The fables of Aesop have become one of the most enduring traditions of European culture, ever since they were first written down nearly two millennia ago. Aesop was reputedly a tongue-tied slave who miraculously received the power of speech; from his legendary storytelling came the collections of prose and verse fables scattered throughout Greek and Roman literature. First published in English by Caxton in 1484, the fables and their morals continue to charm modern readers: who does not know the story of the tortoise and the hare, or the boy who cried wolf? Read more

Bees (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 2)

Bees (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 2)

Author: Laura Marsh Genre: Early Readers

What's that buzzing around? It's a busy bee! With beautiful, engaging, and authentic photos, and accessible text, kids will learn all about these incredible insects in this level 2 reader. Read more

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: Storytime Together: A Spiral-Bound Read-Aloud for Classrooms and Families

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: Storytime Together: A Spiral-Bound Read-Aloud for Classrooms and Families

Author: Bill Martin Jr. Genre: Classics Illustrator: Lois Ehlert

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom —the rollicking, rhyming alphabet book beloved by generations—is now available in a spiral-bound read-aloud edition designed for classrooms, libraries, daycares, and story time at home! A told B , and B told C , “I’ll meet you at the top of the coconut tree.” In this cheerful ABC book for toddlers, the letters of the alphabet race up the coconut tree in a bright, bouncy chant—until the tree can’t hold them all and they come tumbling down in a chicka chicka BOOM! BOOM! What happens next? Little readers will love finding out! This Storytime Together edition is inspired by the Japanese kamishibai storytelling tradition. It features sturdy cardstock pages, lay-flat spiral binding, and an innovative design that folds so the illustrations face the audience while the text faces the reader—perfect for circle time, classroom read-alouds, and shared storytelling. With bold, high-contrast art from Caldecott Honor–winning illustrator Lois Ehlert and joyful rhyming text by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom is a read-aloud classic that introduces letter recognition, phonics, and the alphabet in a fun, memorable way. Also available in Storytime Together editions: Click, Clack, Moo —The cows have a typewriter and they’re not afraid to use it! This award-winning barnyard classic is a hilarious read-aloud about negotiation and standing up for yourself. Big Bug —A clever concept book that plays with perspective and size, ideal for engaging young minds in early visual learning, language, and scale. Read more

Danny Go's Volcano Adventure: A Picture Book

Danny Go's Volcano Adventure: A Picture Book

Author: Danny Go Genre: Adventure Illustrator: Aleksandar Zolotic

An instant New York Times bestseller! CAUTION: THIS BOOK IS LAVA! In this first picture book from hit children’s YouTube stars Danny Go!, kids interact directly with the book to go on an adventure filled with learning, movement, and fun―all while searching for treasure inside a volcano! Hey there! I’m Danny Go, and I’d love to go on an adventure with you! Magical ice gems hide deep inside a volcano . . . but LOOK OUT for hot lava! Can you help Danny Go decide which path is safe to take? Trace, tap, and turn the pages to find the treasure in this interactive tale for young explorers from beloved children’s entertainers and YouTube sensation Danny Go! With fun challenges, cool science facts, and heartwarming moments, this action-filled story is perfect for kids who enjoy exploring the natural world and having fun with friends. Whether you're a fan of Danny Go’s videos or just love a good adventure, this book will spark curiosity and joy. Read more

Focus Is My Superpower: An Inspiring Story to Help Kids Pay Attention, Avoid Distractions, and Improve Concentration for Ages 4–8 (My Superpower Books)

Focus Is My Superpower: An Inspiring Story to Help Kids Pay Attention, Avoid Distractions, and Improve Concentration for Ages 4–8 (My Superpower Books)

Author: Alicia Ortego Genre: Classics

Does your child struggle to stay focused, pay attention, or follow directions especially at home or school? Help them discover their inner strength with a heartwarming story that turns everyday challenges into a superpower! Focus Is My Superpower follows Lucas, a bright and curious child who wants to do well but finds his mind wandering. With the help of his wise Grandpa and a magical magnifying-glass technique, Lucas learns how to improve focus, avoid distractions, control impulses, and stay organized—skills every child needs to succeed. This story gently supports children who experience ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) traits, busy thoughts, or difficulty staying on task. Perfect for ages 4–8, this beautifully illustrated rhyming story teaches powerful tools for self-regulation, problem-solving, mindfulness, learning, character development, and perseverance in a warm, encouraging way. This book helps children: Build attention skills with a simple, visual magnifying-glass strategy Develop self-control and learn how to manage impulses Strengthen task completion by focusing on one step at a time Gain confidence through small successes and perseverance Improve organizational skills at home and school with the “Focus Five” method Understand learning differences through a neurodiversity-affirming message Practice attention training through everyday routines Feel calm and steady using techniques that promote feeling calm Support friendships by sharing focus tools with others A story that supports every child - neurotypical or neurodivergent. Whether your child has learning challenges, ADHD-like behaviors, big emotions, or simply lots of energy, this book provides tools to navigate growing up with confidence and calm. It encourages inclusion, understanding, and a positive path toward self-regulation and focus. Bonus: Printable Focus Activity Page! Kids will love the “Focus Magnifying Glass” activity where they draw what to focus on inside the lens and distractions outside it - a fun and practical way to practice staying focused and making mindful choices. A must-have for parents, teachers, counselors, and caregivers Use this book to spark conversations about: Attention and learning Staying focused in the classroom Managing distractions Self-control and emotional regulation Building routines and organizational skills Perseverance and doing hard things Understanding neurodiversity and inclusion If you’re looking for a gentle, empowering story that makes focusing fun and achievable for young children, Focus Is My Superpower is the perfect addition to your bookshelf. Give your child the tools they need to focus, grow, and shine - one golden beam of attention at a time. Read more

Greek Mythology (Mythology Marvels)

Greek Mythology (Mythology Marvels)

Author: Erin Palmer Genre: Mythology Illustrator: Matt Forsyth

From epic battles and love stories to all sorts of magic, ancient Greek myths are fascinating. Learn about the legendary adventures of Greek gods and goddesses and how they still influence cultures around the world! This title supports multiple reading standards: reading closely for explicit meaning and inferences, while citing specific textual evidence to support conclusions drawn from the text. Read more

I Promised Not to Tell: Raising a transgender child

I Promised Not to Tell: Raising a transgender child

Author: Cheryl B. Evans Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

**A READERS' FAVORITE BRONZE MEDAL AWARD WINNER. **A Red Ribbon Winner - Wishing Shelf Book Awards When you have a baby girl you envision many things for her life but becoming a boy is not one of them. This book will benefit anyone who would like to learn more about gender dysphoria and is an absolute must-read for a parent, relative or friend of a gender-questioning or transgender person. What is unique about this deeply personal parenting memoir is that it follows one transgender child from birth through age eighteen. Every step of Evan's son's transition from female to male (FTM) is discussed in detail, including hormone replacement therapy and sex reassignment surgeries. This book shares it all in the hopes of making a difference in what seems like a harsh and cruel world for transgender people.You get a real sense of what this family went through. Their son's desperate effort to conform to societal gender norms, a suicide attempt, a family members struggle between faith and accepting a transgender loved one, a heartbreaking death and much more. You will hear from Jordan as he expresses his own thoughts on what being transgender means to him and follow along as he and his mother fight for transgender rights. I Promised Not to Tell is a thought provoking true story which transitions beautifully between the family's personal journey and some of the larger societal issues that face the transgender community today. Even if you don't know a transgender person, this book will make you feel as if you do. Maybe you have been curious about this topic and looking for a book that will share honest and intimate details on the subject. If so, this book will certainly do that for you. The underlying thread of this story is love; the consistent and unwavering love these parents have for their children and the steps they took to protect their family. If you are a transgender person, this book would be an excellent way to introduce the topic to parents and loved ones. Coming out can be a scary time and this book may help make your experience a little easier. Perhaps it can pave the way to acceptance and understanding.Honest, moving and well written, you will not be disappointed. Grab your copy now because this is a transgender story you won't want to miss! Other books by this author include: What Does God Think? Transgender People and The Bible. A transgender affirming book with strong biblical and scientific references that is both educational and highly revealing. My Parenting Journey with a Transgender Child: A Journal. This is a wonderful interactive journal specifically designed for parents with a transgender child. Over 75 thought provoking writing prompts and exercises help guide parents along a path of self-discover as they journal about their own unique parenting experiences. Wonderfully and Purposely Made: I Am Enough. An interactive journal designed for transgender people from pre-teen through to young adult. Perfect to give as a gift to a transgender person. There are even three different book covers to choose from in the print version. My Parenting Journal with an LGBTQ+ Child An interactive journal for parents has been specifically designed for parents with an LGBTQ+ child. Over 75 thought provoking writing prompts and exercises help guide parents along a path of self-discover as they journal about their own unique parenting experiences. You can find out more about Cheryl's other books by clicking on her name at the top of the page which will redirect you to her author's page. Read more

Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Bear Scare (Jigsaw Jones Mysteries)

Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Bear Scare (Jigsaw Jones Mysteries)

Author: James Preller Genre: Early Readers

Featuring friendship, school, family, and a diverse community, these early illustrated chapter book Jigsaw Jones Mysteries from James Preller have it all. Is there a bear loose in the woods by Jigsaw Jones' town? For once this second-grade detective and his partner Mila Yeh might be out of their depth! One way or another, these two young sleuths will get to the bottom of who, or what, is growling and snapping in those woods in The Case of the Bear Scare . James Preller's wry, witty, Jigsaw Jones books are once again available to inspire the next generation of young readers, featuring both new titles and classroom classics! Read more

Listos para las Ciencias: Los Seres Vivos—Living Beings, Grades PreK-2 Leveled Readers (16 pgs) (Listos para las ciencias A (Ready for Science A)) (Spanish Edition)

Listos para las Ciencias: Los Seres Vivos—Living Beings, Grades PreK-2 Leveled Readers (16 pgs) (Listos para las ciencias A (Ready for Science A)) (Spanish Edition)

Author: Marla Conn Genre: Science-Fiction

Book Features: • Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2 • 16 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches • Simple, patterned Spanish text with full-color pictures • Includes comprehension questions, writing prompts, and high frequency words • Graphic organizers and photo glossary included Bring Learning to Life: In Listos para las Ciencias: Los Seres Vivos, preschoolers—second graders learn about different types of living beings, just like you! Science Made Fun: Living beings are all around us, including you and me! Young readers learn about different types of living beings, from their favorite animals to plants and more! Build Reading Skills: This engaging 16-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with post-reading comprehension questions, writing prompts, and high frequency vocabulary words. Leveled Books: Part of the Listos para las Ciencias series (Ready for Science), the early reading level text and vibrant photos make this kid's book a fun, informative story that teaches kids about the different types of living beings. Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits. Read more

Memoirs of an Ordinary Girl: The Middle-ish Ages

Memoirs of an Ordinary Girl: The Middle-ish Ages

Author: Terri Klaes Harper Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

Set in the time while the ‘80s were fading into the ‘90s and the poofiness of hair and shoulder pads was soon to deflate, this coming of age story retells the experiences of Drew Hotchner, an “extraordinarily ordinary” girl, through her possibly wiser and more honest adult self. Drew struggles not only with the unavoidable awkwardness of being in middle school, but also with having to start over again her entire social world after experiencing the culture shock of moving across the country from California to Virginia. Through Drew’s humorous adventures in trespassing, accidental theft, school dances, and throwing punches at her best friend, she must finally learn who she really is. And if you can admit you are also extraordinarily ordinary, just as Drew claims to be, that we all just want to know who we really are, and that sometimes we surprise ourselves along the way, this might be the book for you. Read more

National Geographic Readers: Race Day! by Gail Tuchman (2010-03-23)

National Geographic Readers: Race Day! by Gail Tuchman (2010-03-23)

Author: Gail Tuchman Genre: Sports

Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! The driver zips up her jumpsuit and squeezes through her racecar window. Engines rev. Tires SCREECH and SQUEAL…and they’re off! Around and around the cars go VVVRRRROMMMMM! Pit stops! CRASHES! POPPED tires! Race to the finish line…and the checkered flag SNAPS down. Race day roars into life in this breathless book.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information. Read more

Pollyanna : illustrated Abridged Children Classics English Novel with Review Questions

Pollyanna : illustrated Abridged Children Classics English Novel with Review Questions

Author: Eleanor H. Porter Genre: Classics

Pollyanna : Illustrated Abridged Children Classic English Novel with Review Questions (Hardback) Orphaned and penniless, little Pollyanna doesn’t seem to have much to look forward to in life. When she moves in with the strict and cold Aunt Polly, things take a turn for the worse. What the Book Explores Core themes developed through structured progression Concepts presented with clarity and coherence Engagement with relevant ideas and context Material designed to support deeper understanding Qualities of the Book Clear and disciplined writing style Organized presentation for easy navigation Balanced approach between insight and accessibility Suitable for independent reading and guided study Perfect For Serious and intentional readers Students and learners seeking structured content Libraries and educational settings Readers interested in thoughtful exploration Why This Book Matters This book contributes meaningful value through its structured approach and clear development of ideas, making it a dependable addition to a thoughtful collection. Do it by yourself and give me the best Read more