Amelia Earhart was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. She piloted many record-breaking flights, became an author, advised engineers, taught college students, and defended women's rights. And then, somewhere in the South Pacific, she disappeared on an attempted flight around the world.
The brightest stars were too busy to notice a lonely child’s wish, and the result was magical for both the child and the Dim Star. Have you ever felt lonely? Have you ever wished on a star? What if your wish could come true, no matter where you were or how lonely you felt? The Dim Star shows how this wish is granted for children and adults alike. After contending with different stars showing different emotions, the Dim Star gets his big chance to make the reader’s wish come true. This young reader picture book is great for bedtime, road trips, or times when we are separated from those we love. Many of the questions at the end of the story will have different answers each time the story is read, and they are helpful for facilitating conversations with young readers who may have a difficult time expressing their feelings. The charming lesson learned at the end of the story applies to everyone and will stay with young and adult readers for a lifetime.
In this third story of Little Elliot and Mouse, the friends head off in search of adventure . . . and lots of fun!
Little Elliot, the polka-dotted elephant, and his friend Mouse go to the amusement park to see the sights and ride the rides—water chutes, roller coasters, carousels, and more. But Elliot isn't having much fun—the rides are too wet, too fast, too dizzy, and just plain too scary—until Mouse figures out a way to help him overcome his fears. Together, Mouse and Little Elliot can do anything!
This lyrical picture book from Tony award–winning producer Ashlee Latimer models joyful self-acceptance
Francis loves learning new words. At school, when her class is reviewing words that begin with the letter “F,” someone sneers “Fat, like Francis.” Francis always thought “fat” was a warm word—like snuggling with Mama or belly rubs for her puppy. But now “fat” feels cold, and Francis feels very small.
After school, Baba takes Francis to the park. She chooses the bench instead of the swing set, and gets very quiet. But when Baba uses the word “possible,” Francis wants to know what it means. They explore the park together, discovering what’s “possible” around them. Is it like airplanes, hovering in the sky? Or does it look like planting and how some things take a long time to grow?
“Possible” makes Francis feel warm and big—like “fat,” before someone else made her feel small. This ode to self-acceptance will model for child readers what “possible” might mean in their own lives.
There are many ways to be brave! Simple words of everyday life teach young children that bravery is about many things: feelings, actions, and being open to new experiences.
It’s never too early to learn good habits. This book gently encourages children to practice healthy behaviors, like spending time with loved ones, getting enough sleep, and eating well every day.
All kids are creative! This sweet, easy-to-read book nurtures all kinds of creativity, from putting things together to making happy faces to singing and dancing.
There are lots of ways to get along with others! This warm, affirming book helps young children build the social skills needed to make and keep friends.
Every child is beautiful in so many ways and we celebrate the beauty in everyday life, and simple text teaches children they are beautiful in many ways, and just the way they are.
Helping others builds confidence and independence. This inviting book introduces kids to ways to help out, like putting their toys away, getting dressed by themselves, and waiting their turn.
Twelve-year-old Mary and her Cherokee family are forced out of their home in Georgia by U.S. soldiers in May 1838. From the beginning of the forced move, Mary and her family are separated from her father. Facing horrors such as internment, violence, disease, and harsh weather, Mary perseveres and helps keep her family and friends together until they can reach the new Cherokee nation in Indian Territory.
