People & Places - Kids

This beautifully illustrated book introduces moments in the lives of kids from 15 cultures around the world, helping build the type of curiosity that can lead to life-enriching, cross-cultural friendships. It features a diversity of customs and norms and invites children to respond to...

This beautifully illustrated book introduces moments in the lives of kids from 15 cultures around the world, helping build the type of curiosity that can lead to life-enriching, cross-cultural friendships. It features a diversity of customs and norms and invites children to respond to...

Discover what it's like to live in one of the most extreme environments in the world--the rainforest. Learn all about how people live in the rainforest, including the homes that they build, the kinds of foods they eat, and how they get from place...

Discover what it's like to live in one of the most extreme environments in the world--the desert. Learn all about how people live in the desert, including the homes that they build, the kinds of foods they eat, and how they get from place...

This inventive nonfiction picture book is a love letter to an overlooked history-maker: the horse. Uniquely structured with galloping prose, Here's to the Horses takes a poetic look at how the horse has been as integral to shaping human history as the wheel or...

Brain Bogglers: Weird Earth Oddities & Cool Sites You Can Actually Visit!Volume 3, Book 2The world isn't just amazing-it's downright bizarre.In Brain Bogglers: Volume 3, Book 2, you'll journey across some of the most remote, extreme, and mind-blowing regions on Earth, uncovering real places...

Brain Bogglers: Weird Earth Oddities & Cool Sites You Can Actually Visit!Volume 3, Book 1The world is far stranger than you think.In Brain Bogglers: Volume 3, Book 1, you'll journey across some of the most fascinating and unusual regions on Earth, uncovering real places...

MP Garae's about to have his first day in Parliament! He's a bit nervous, but he's determined to help his people.Your purchase of this book supports Library For All in its mission to make knowledge available to all, equally. Author: Paulson GaraeISBN-10: 1923554956ISBN-13: 9781923554955Publisher:...

Blessina's family is going on a mission trip to the Big Bay area. Blessina is worried because they've never been there before. Your purchase of this book supports Library For All in its mission to make knowledge available to all, equally. Author: Blessina JohnISBN-10:...

Down by the Seashore is a gentle, immersive collection of coastal poems that invites young explorers to slow down, look closely, and feel the wonder of the ocean's edge. Each poem captures a different moment along the shore - the hush of fog, the...

The light bulbs we use today in our schools and homes are thanks to Thomas Edison. What were the steps Edison took that led him to the world-changing invention we know him for today?Author: Lucia RaatmaISBN-10: 1977110622ISBN-13: 9781977110626Publisher: Pebble BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/08/2019Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight:...

Explore how kids around the world live and the common needs that unite them Children around the world live different lives from one another--different cultures, different geographic and socio-economic realities, differing access to health and education. Despite these differences, they all share common needs:...

"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true." -Richard Bach Many teenagers feel that high school is one of the most difficult and confusing times of their life. Life rides a roller coaster as it...

Bong, Tana, and Sita are some curious kids from Erakoro village that want to learn more about the law. They're introduced to Mr Febo at the Community Legal Information Centre, who answers all their questions.Your purchase of this book supports Library For All in...

Let's go on a global yoga adventure in this interactive, fact-filled, multi-lingual book that introduces young ones to natural wonders and yoga poses inspired by nature. We begin our journey with a peak-a-boo from the high peaks of Mount Fuji, Japan where we learn...

Designed for young learners, this engaging introduction to geography provides a comprehensive overview of the earth's continents, countries, and cultures. With colorful illustrations and fun activities, this book is an ideal way to encourage children's curiosity and interest in the world around them.This work...

Pick and choose your perfect three-course meals from around the world. This mouth-watering, interactive food board book puts young aspiring foodies in charge of the dinner menu. Introducing them to a selection of tasty starters, gourmet mains, and delicious desserts from around the world,...

Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, Special Olympics in the Global Citizens: Sports series explores the topic through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. As they read, students will develop questions about the text, and use evidence from a...

"Tavi Khan - A Blue Tiger, Journey Back Home" follows the adventures of Tavi Khan, a rare blue tiger who is separated from his family and must find his way back home. Along his journey, Tavi faces challenges, makes friends, and learns valuable lessons...

Put on your hiking boots, a hat, and grab a water bottle, we're going to visit animals in deserts all over the world. Each animal has adaptations to live in that type of desert environment. Foxes have big ears to cool off. Skinks and...

'"Perspective" is the culmination of my Year Eight school project undertaken to showcase the experiences of young teenagers throughout the world during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020. These are our voices, the voices of the young, and these are the...

Discover what it's like to live in one of the most extreme environments in the world--the mountains. Learn all about how people live in the mountains, including the homes that they build, the kinds of foods they eat, and how they get from place...

Discover what it's like to live in one of the most extreme environments in the world--a remote island. Learn all about how people live on a remote island, including the homes that they build, the kinds of foods they eat, and how they get...

Discover what it's like to live in one of the most extreme environments in the world--on the water. Learn all about how people live on the water, including the homes that they build, the kinds of foods they eat, and how they get from...

Did you know that it rains diamonds on Saturn? Or that wombats make cube-shaped poo to mark their territory?Packed with astonishing, weird, and wonderful facts, this book is perfect for curious nine-year-olds who love learning about the world around them.From daring animals and incredible...

Let's visit the home of the superstar athletes at the stadium! Aimed at emergent readers and packed with colorful, behind-the-scenes images, this title is a box seat ticket to awesome sports action. Go, team!Author: K. C. KelleyISBN-10: 1681513099ISBN-13: 9781681513096Publisher: Amicus ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2018Pages: 16Format:...

Discover a world of creativity and tradition in this fascinating picture book that explores the history and cultural significance of the color yellow. From a critically acclaimed author and an award-winning illustrator comes a vivid, gorgeous book for readers of all ages. Did you...

From singing birds to sandy toes, babies around the world explore nature in this beautiful, giftable board book celebrating curiosity and global connection through adorable photographs. Foster an early love of nature with this gorgeous board book, the newest addition to the best-selling Global...

In Landscapes Over Time, early fluent readers will see and learn how both nature and humans have changed Earth's landscapes over time. Real-life photographs compare landscapes and landforms then and now. Features include sidebars, reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents,...

Introduce your kindergarteners to the vibrant world of community and social awareness with this curated five-book set designed to inspire young minds. From the brave and selfless acts outlined in Community Heroes to the everyday kindness celebrated in Good People Everywhere, these books teach...

Famous literary figures are given dinosaur-inspired pseudonyms and prehistoric biographies as a way of introducing young readers to classic literature in a fun and inviting new way in Jurassic Classics: The Prehistoric Masters of Literature Volume 2. The book features an assortment of author...

Perfect for small hands, this mini-hardback book is a delightful introduction to learning words at the beach. The newest in the Little Books for Little Hands series sees Katja Spitzer's quirky illustrations taking a joyful trip to the beach to teach young children the...

Who listens to your pet's heart, takes X-rays, and cares for animals large and small? A veterinarian! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examples, readers in kindergarten to grade 2 will learn how veterinarians contribute...

This title invites readers to discover what's fun and unique about a factory. Simple text, engaging pictures, and a photo glossary make this title the perfect introduction to a factory field trip.Author: Sophie Geister-JonesISBN-10: 1646190661ISBN-13: 9781646190669Publisher: Little Blue ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2020Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.17lbsSize:...

This title introduces readers to the people who work at hospitals. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.Author: Connor StrattonISBN-10: 1644930943ISBN-13: 9781644930946Publisher: Focus ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2020Pages: 16Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.80w x 0.10d

This title introduces readers to the people who work at construction sites. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.Author: Connor StrattonISBN-10: 1644930927ISBN-13: 9781644930922Publisher: Focus ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2020Pages: 16Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 8.60h x 6.60w x...

Readers are introduced to the many careers available at a post office. Colorful sidebars encourage children to think, create, guess, and ask questions about a career working in a post office.Author: Jennifer ColbyISBN-10: 1634712749ISBN-13: 9781634712743Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2016Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 7.80h...

The books in the Community Connections Library help kids understand the world around them. What Do They Do? Principals, gives young readers an idea of the role that Principals play in making schools safe and enjoyable places to learn.Author: Gaetano CapiciISBN-10: 1602798095ISBN-13: 9781602798090Publisher: Cherry...

What would an alien think of small-town life on Earth? That's the question readers are invited to imagine in this creative twist on the familiar curriculum topics of communities and lifestyles. Told from the perspective of an extraterrestrial adventurer, this guide gives a basic...

Readers journey from the Empire State Building in New York City to the Taj Mahal in India in this delightful guide to global architecture. Colorful illustrated kids guide readers on this tour, serving as representatives of their home countries. They share fun facts about...

Many people travel to the coast for vacations, but what's it like to actually live there? Readers find out as they follow an illustrated narrator through a detailed look at coastal living. However, this isn't a typical narrator--it's one that's out of this world!...

This creative guide to rural communities is told from a unique perspective--an alien learning about how people live on Earth! This illustrated narrator takes readers on a journey to the countryside to learn all about what life there is really like. As this new...

Each book in the My Friendly Neighborhood series is written for the earliest readers and dedicated to describing a neighborhood worker in their community. This book studies the responsibilities of farmers. Simple sentence structure and word usage help children develop word recognition and reading...

Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, Rugby World Cup in the Global Citizens: Sports series explores the topic through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. As they read, students will develop questions about the text, and use evidence from...

Trailblazers are people who want to change the world for the better and are far ahead of their time. Leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. fought for the rights of people of color during the Civil Rights Movement. President Franklin D. Roosevelt helped pass...

Innovators aren't just people who improve inventions from before. Innovators are also people who challenge the way we think, inspiring us to look at what we know from a different perspective. Great innovators like Charles Darwin and Aristotle have challenged us to question what...

Rebellion has taken many forms throughout human history. Each rebellion is inspired and led by a person who wants to change the way people live or think. Some rebellions, such as the Roman slave rebellion led by Spartacus, were violent. Other rebellions, such as...

Being a leader can be a difficult job! Uniting a country under one person and keeping everyone happy is not something just anyone can do. Leaders such as George Washington had the extra challenge of leading a new nation and deciding how the country...

Name the fun things you can do at the park! Perfect for 1st grade students, this book teaches these 6 high-frequency words from Fry's First 100 words list: go, when, to, the, we, and will. The short sentences and clear images support the text...

Swimming, splashing, surfing, and building sandcastles. These are all things that we do at the beach! Perfect for 1st grade students, this book teaches these 6 high-frequency words from Fry's First 100 words list: go, when, to, the, we, and will. The short sentences...