Paperback Books

An old nursery poem introduces animals and their young and the numbers one through ten.

Every kid has heard of Harry Houdini, the famous magician who could escape from handcuffs, jail cells, and locked trunks. But do they know that the ever-ambitious and adventurous Houdini was also a famous movie star and the first pilot to fly a plane in Australia? This well-told biography is full of the details of Houdini's life that kids will really want to know about and illustrated throughout with beautiful black-and-white line drawings.

When Portuguese sailor Ferdinand Magellan set sail from Spain in 1519, he believed he could get to the Spice Islands by sailing west through or around the New World. He was right, but what he didn't know was that the treacherous voyage would take him three years and cost him his life. Black-and-white line drawings illustrate Magellan's life and voyage, with sidebars and a timeline that enhance readers' understanding of the period.

3 - 5 years. "If I built a car, it'd be totally new! Here are a few of the things that I'd do. . . ." Jack has designed the ultimate fantasy car. Inspired by zeppelins and trains, Cadillacs and old planes, with brilliant colors and lots of shiny chrome, this far-out vision is ready to cruise! There's a fireplace, a pool, and even a snack bar! After a tour of the ritzy interior, Robert the robot starts up the motor . . . and Jack and his dad set off on the wildest test drive ever! Paperback. 40 pages.

Grades K - 1. Spark the interest of beginning readers with engaging fiction and authentic informational content! These high-quality books feature an appropriate reading level and familiar standards-based themes. Set of 6 books have 12 - 20 pages each.

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Grades K - 3. Uncover an adventure with every turn of the page as you read about Junie B. and meet the world's funniest kindergartner. Titles include: Junie B. Jones and the Yucky Blucky Fruitcake, Junie B. Jones and Her Big Fat Mouth, Junie B. Jones and Some Sneaky Peeky Spying, Junie B. Jones Has a Monster Under Her Bed, Junie B. Jones is a Party Animal, Junie B. Jones Loves Handsome Warren, Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus, Junie B. Jones and that Meanie Jim's Birthday, Junie B. Jones… More »

4 - 12 years. The Universe is our school, nature our teacher, and every species has a lesson for us. With delightful simplicity, "Lifetimes" introduces some of nature's longest, shortest, and most unusual lifetimes. The lessons for us include: the value of cooperation, the importance of saving for the future, and taking time to have fun. A uniquely engaging way to appreciate nature and consider the fundamentals of life at the same time. Paperback. 32 pages.

3 years & up. There's more to these books than interesting stories and engaging illustrations (though there are plenty of those!). Each of these books is meant to be sung, and each book has a QR code that adults can scan to access audio and video accompaniments. These sing-along books add another sensory layer to story time that will help the stories stick.

6 years & up. Meet larger-than-life characters from the Irish oral storytelling tradition with this collection of seven myths and legends. Enchanting acrylic artwork brings the magic of each age-old tale to life. Tales such as: "The Children of Lir," "Fair, Brown and Trembling," "The Twelve Wild Geese," "Lusmore and the Fairies," "Son of an Otter, Son of a Wolf," and more. Includes a pronunciation guide, an introduction by the author, and notes… More »

4 years & up. To one young narrator, it's the simple things that mean the most, like sharing laughter with a friend, taking family rides in the country, and kissing her mama's arm. Paperback. 32 pages.

Grades K - 1. Spark the interest of beginning readers with engaging fiction and authentic informational content! These high-quality books feature an appropriate reading level and familiar standards-based themes. Set of 6 books have 12 - 20 pages each.

4 years and up. A girl growing up in the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria takes a trip to spend a week with her Muslim extended family in the countryside town of Ijebu to celebrate Eid al-Adha. Her days in Ijebu are filled with celebrations, traditions, and special time connecting with family. Breathtaking illustration and poetic writing draws the reader into the sensory experience of celebrating Eid in Nigeria, includes information about Nigeria and Eid al-Adha, recipe for Nigerian Puff Puff and more. 32 pages.

4 years and up. The captain of this unconventional pirate crew has ordered them to capture the whole alphabet. If they dare miss catching a letter, they will be forced to walk the plank. Adults, caregivers, and children will delight in this alphabet adventure.

Ages 4 and up. Get ready to travel through the alphabet with a cheerful cast of busy little peas. There are a range of unique characters from Acrobat Peas to Zoologist Peas, this richly illustrated picture book highlights a variety of interests, hobbies, and careers - each one themed to a letter of the alphabet. Adults, caregivers, and children alike will enjoy pouring over the detailed scenes while immersing themselves in the alphabet.

4 years & up. Your little learner's Best Behavior Book Set will teach social skills foundation in an engaging and relatable format. Author Elizabeth Verdick offers a clear framework for appropriate behavior while building confidence. This paperback set encourages children to develop their social skills as they navigate the world around them. Each book includes end matter with tips and activities for caregivers and educators. Set of 4 paperback books.

4 years and up. Magaly enjoys the yummy Cuban food her abuela has been cooking since arriving from Havana. When Magaly's sweater goes missing, she discovers that Abuela is making ropa vieja for dinner. Old clothes for dinner? Magaly needs to hide the rest of her clothes before her family eats them up. Spanish vocabulary and two delicious recipes for ropa vieja and arroz con leche. 32 pages.

3 years and up. Join Rosa on some fun adventures with this set of Rosa's Workshop Books. These books follow Rosa and her friends as they grow plants, study the water cycle, make pizza, and do all kinds of other things. As they explore and discover, Rosa and her friends gain valuable insights about scientific concepts such as light and density and show children how to productively interact with the world around them.

3 years & up. Introduce children to their international companions with this book set. These books will give children a window into the lives of other children from all around the world. Children will see how other children dress, eat, and live in their communities. They will also learn valuable lessons about how they can live healthy lives and be good neighbors (from none other than Mr. Rogers)! Set of 4.

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Everybody gets angry sometimes. For children, anger can be very upsetting. Parents, teachers, and children can talk about it. People do lots of different things when they get angry. In this Caldecott-honor book, children will see what Sophie does when she gets angry.

4 years & up. Star the starling wants to sing all by himself so that everyone will look at his beautiful feathers but when a hawk comes hunting, Star discovers that there’s more strength and power in community than in being alone. This thrilling original fable about why starlings flock in murmurations and why their wings have speckles. 32 pages.

5 years & up. Young readers can explore the world around them with this informative book about animals in their natural habitats. Learn where animals live and what their homes look like. From bird nests, to spider webs, to bee hives, animals have some pretty creative ways of keeping their homes nice and tidy. 32 pages.

4 years & up. Join David as he enters school. He is clearly a handful. When given the opportunity he rises to the occassion and receives a golden star. 32 pages.