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Discover the exhilarating diversity of the African continent in storyteller Atinuke’s kaleidoscopic nonfiction guide to the people, flora, and faun...

“This belongs in every collection — for the poetry, for the photographs, for the information.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Illustrated with go...

Twelve powerful African women from throughout history come to life through engaging true stories and bold illustrations.All over Africa, women have...

When Daniel’s brother Eli is killed at war, Daniel considers the history of unusual fatalities to determine what makes a death — or a life — matter...

“Nostalgic . . . interestingly quirky. . . . A tribute to those left behind.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)When Daniel’s brother Eli is killed ...

“Nostalgic . . . interestingly quirky. . . . A tribute to those left behind.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)When Daniel’s brother Eli is killed ...

A poignant exploration of love, loss, and possibility, inspired by the last story idea from the legendary John Burningham.Miles was a difficult dog...

Why can’t Aisha go on colorful, faraway vacations like her friends? A bighearted, universal story about living in the moment and seeing the beauty ...

A goofy and lonely denizen of the jungle has just one talent — scaring other creatures with his big, scary teeth! What would he do without them?Dee...

A goofy and lonely denizen of the jungle has just one talent — scaring other creatures with his big, scary teeth! What would he do without them?Dee...

A goofy and lonely denizen of the jungle has just one talent — scaring other creatures with his big, scary teeth! What would he do without them?Dee...

"Young and old alike will easily embrace Oxenbury’s Alice, who seems both old-fashioned and modern, and comfortable in worlds on both sides of the ...

Unfold this enchanting Panorama Pop celebrating a classic story, then tuck it inside an attractive slipcase for next time.Curiouser and curiouser! ...

Ahhh-flying-saucer-shooting-star-CHOO! Laughter is the best medicine when you’re a little alien feeling under the weather.Little Alien is sick. And...

LeUyen Pham’s adorable, vibrant illustrations bring Mary Brigid Barrett’s singsong text to life in a board book for the very young.From a bright to...

In this merry, multi-species story cooked up with folksy warmth and humor, everybody gets a piece of the pie — and then some.Grandma Cat makes a de...

Oink! Oink! Pigs...beautiful? Who'd have guessed?Read and Wonder books tell stories, take children on adventures, and reveal how big and WONDER-ful...

A great resource for teachers!Introducing READ, LISTEN, & WONDER!This vibrant book-and-CD series brings the best of our Read and Wonder nature ...

When a car accident leaves a teenage girl in a coma, her surviving sister struggles with grief and guilt as she faces the inevitability of moving o...

When his grandfather’s dementia raises the specter of foster care, Arlo flees to find his only other family member in this genuine, heartening nove...

“This book will appeal to readers who love dogs and want a story about how friendship often arrives unexpectedly—and a true friend will like you fo...

In an endearing story about an autistic boy and his steadfast furry pal, Alex is convinced that winning a trophy at the dog show will help him make...

Winner of the 2021 Kirkus Prize for Young People's LiteratureA 2021 Newbery Honor BookA 2021 Robert F. Sibert Honor BookA 2021 YALSA Award for Exce...