People & Places - Kids

People have been telling stories since the beginning of time--sharing them from one generation to the next. In Pourquoi Stories, readers will read four different tales that try to explain the hows and whys in the natural world. Readers will recognize some of their...

Get the inside track on the incredible lives of history's biggest names, from William Shakespeare to Oprah Winfrey, and Anne Frank to Julius Caesar. More than 150 visual timelines take you on unforgettable journeys through the lives of the great, the terrible, and the...

What do firefighters learn at fire school? How do they rescue people from all kinds of emergencies? How do they put out forest fires? What do they wear to protect themselves from smoke and flames? This book has all the answers, and more, with...

It's no puzzle why folks visit Portland or even call it home From Voodoo Doughnuts to the International Rose Test Garden and Powell's Books, there's something for everyone. Now, in The Portland Puzzle Book, you can learn tons more about Portland through 90 delightful...

This is book three in a 15-book series in which students learn about different places across the globe through letters written by characters from each place. This series is intended to bridge the gap across cultures, to demonstrate that we are all people, no...

This book takes a simple look at rural homes around the world, highlighting the diversity of homes that people live in. Homes featured include traditional 'Western' farmhouses, bamboo and grass houses in Indonesia, mud houses in Togo, and houses on stilts in Bangladesh. Throughout...

When things don't go as planned, do you throw in the towel and call it quits, or do you give it another try? Part of the Driven to Succeed book series, Scientists & Inventors Who Never Gave Up tells the stories of exceptional scientists...

Spend hours navigating the world's great rivers in this vibrant, fact-filled book for kids that blends geography, history, and culture. Where in the Rhein does the Nibelung Treasure lie? What river helps mark the prime meridian? Why do people make pilgrimages to the Indian...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - From world-renowned historian and philosopher Yuval Noah Harari, the bestselling author of Sapiens, comes the second volume in the bestselling Unstoppable Us series that traces human development from the Agricultural Revolution to Prehistoric Egypt. Humans may have taken over...

Different animals share our lives, but we all like pets How Are We Alike and Different? Find out in My Pets, Your Pets, Our Pets.Author: Emma Bernay, Emma Carlson BerneISBN-10: 1684102405ISBN-13: 9781684102402Publisher: Cantata LearningLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2018Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 9.10h x 11.00w x 0.30d

Kitchens are important but we need to be careful in the kitchen so we don't hurt ourselves or others.Your purchase of this book supports Library For All in its mission to make knowledge available to all, equally.Author: Natasha VizcarraISBN-10: 1922827592ISBN-13: 9781922827593Publisher: Library for AllLanguage:...

Earth is a strange and wondrous place. Discover incredible facts about the planet's saltiest seas, tallest mountains, largest organisms, and more in this fun book! Beautiful photographs provides context and take readers on adventures around the globe.Author: Matt DoedenISBN-10: 8765609018ISBN-13: 9798765609019Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language:...

In this sixth book in the Wow! series, you'll discover the most beautiful places on earth. For world travelers ages 5 years and up.This series is full of inspiring animals, plants, and phenomena that are so spectacular, you'll be left in awe!In this book,...

"Can you say "hello" in nine languages? You can! Join children from around the world as they play, sing, and travel, trying all types of food and experiencing other traditions. Living respectfully and peacefully with one another, they celebrate diversity, see how their actions...

More than 65 million people are displaced in the world today and at least 17 million are refugees. This topical title addresses the issues surrounding how the world, and western countries in particular, deal with the overwhelming scale of refugees and immigrants flooding across...

The books in the Community Connections Library help kids understand the world around them. What Do They Do? Nurses, gives young readers an idea of the role that Nurses play in keeping the members of the community healthy.Author: Jennifer ZeigerISBN-10: 1602798087ISBN-13: 9781602798083Publisher: Cherry Lake...

American alligators live only in North America. Learn all about these big mouthed biters and their habitats in American Alligators.Author: Steve PottsISBN-10: 1429677031ISBN-13: 9781429677035Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2012Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 9.10h x 11.20w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 2.6Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz...

Girls Rule presents the inspirational biographical stories of 50 incredible women from around the globe.From fierce pirate leaders, warrior queens and spies, to pioneering mountaineers, conservationists and scientists, Girls Rule explores 50 phenomenal females whose accomplishments have left a lasting impression and legacy. Written...

See how people in other countries used to travel, take care of illness, listen to music and much more. Take a fun look at the lives of people now and then, through lovely, retro-style illustrations of relatable, accessible situations. Covering many different topics, it's...

How do people in other countries shop for groceries, go to school or work, go on vacation? See the ways our lives are different and what we all have in common with this entertaining and informative look at the lives and cultures of people...

The world's in your hands.Embark on a journey to every continent in the world to meet its Indigenous people, learn about its culture and customs, and understand how it came to be the place it is today. Lonely Planet's Amazing World Atlas immerses you...

This informative book teaches readers about the seven continents and how to recognize them on maps. Through supportive text, vibrant images, and a helpful glossary, index, and table of contents, readers will learn about map basics like the compass rose, a scale, and a...

Carl Honoré's Slow Adventures: Enjoy Every Moment is a travel guide your children can follow from the comfort of your living room that blends history and mindfulness in a beautiful package with illustrations by Kevin and Kristen Howdeshell. Take time to connect with the...

TIME For Kids BIG Book of Where presents kids 8-12 years old with answers to the kinds of intriguing geography questions that appeal to their sense of curiosity. Colorful maps, spectacular photos and clear, engaging diagrams will help answer questions such as: Where is...

What is in your community? This book features the names of different places in a Northern community, such as the church and the school.Author: Arvaaq PressISBN-10: 0228702194ISBN-13: 9780228702191Publisher: Arvaaq PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/05/2019Pages: 12Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.10lbsSize: 8.70h x 6.80w x 0.50d

Before you were here, you were everywhere... You were once the sunshine when it struck the trees. You were water, powerful enough to wear away mountains. You were soil deep beneath the earth. Now that you're here, the world waits for you. Everywhere. Follow...

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:...

This is book five in a 15-book series in which students learn about different places across the globe through letters written by characters from each place. This series is intended to bridge the gap across cultures, to demonstrate that we are all people, no...

Come along and pick some apples at the orchard There is plenty of fall fun to be had by all. You can pick apples from the groves of trees and maybe even share a cup of apple cider Readers can learn what an orchard...

Maps help us navigate our world, from towns and cities to crossing seas and deserts. Learn about different types of maps, how maps are made, how to use them, and even the history of maps and mapmaking. Maps is part of Decodables by Jump!,...

Beware of scammers in this look at people who lied their way into a fortune. Don't trust anyone in the Lies and Liars Throughout History series. Each high interest title uncovers some of the most famous fakers, schemers, and cheaters who turned the world,...

Let's go, Globetrotters! We're traveling to Laos to discover its ancient temples, glowing festivals, bustling river life and incredible animals. Find out about the people and their culture, learn how to say a few words in Laotian, then visit some of the most beautiful...

Does failing at something mean it's time to throw in the towel and give up? Part of the Driven to Succeed nonfiction book series, Artists & Entertainers Who Never Gave Up takes a look at the lives of some of the most famous and...

Journey across our world to explore natural and man-made marvels. Peer inside ancient buildings, climb mighty mountains, dive under the surface of the sea, and much more when you shine a light behind the page and see...Author: Carron BrownISBN-10: 1610677188ISBN-13: 9781610677189Publisher: Kane/Miller Book PublishersLanguage:...

The sixth book in the popular TIME For Kids Big Book of Questions series!TIME For Kids Big Book of Who presents 1,001 amazing facts about the people who have shaped our world--past and present--including brilliant scientists, chart-topping musicians, all-star athletes and powerful world leaders....

Discover how to navigate the vast Australian outback, keep yourself alive in a sandstorm in the Arabian desert, avoid a bear attack in a North American forest, explore the dark depths of the Atlantic Ocean, and even perform a spacewalk in orbit! Find out...

Do you think students can tell fact from fiction? In a world where social media reigns supreme and tweets and posts go viral, discerning what's fact from fiction can be more difficult than it seems. In The Illuminati Controls Everything, readers will take a...

When things don't go as planned, do you throw in the towel and call it quits, or do you give it another try? Part of the Driven to Succeed book series, Scientists & Inventors Who Never Gave Up tells the stories of exceptional scientists...

Guaranteed to enrich a toddler's vocabulary, this simple and fun series of bilingual board books is ideal for helping children discover a foreign language. Highlighting more complex concepts that go beyond colors and numbers, titles in the series feature animals, clothes, fruit, home, jobs,...

Earth is a strange and wondrous place. Discover incredible facts about the planet's saltiest seas, tallest mountains, largest organisms, and more in this fun book! Beautiful photographs provides context and take readers on adventures around the globe.Author: Matt DoedenISBN-10: 8765625145ISBN-13: 9798765625149Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language:...

Does failing at something mean it's time to throw in the towel and give up? Part of the Driven to Succeed nonfiction book series, Artists & Entertainers Who Never Gave Up takes a look at the lives of some of the most famous and...

Lull your little one into blissful slumber with a bookthat encourages them to dream big and alwaysreach for the stars.This rhyming picture book features childrenall around the world, dreaming of what they mightlike to be when they grow up.All dreams, big or small, are...

More than 65 million people are displaced in the world today and at least 17 million are refugees. This topical title addresses the issues surrounding how the world, and western countries in particular, deal with the overwhelming scale of refugees and immigrants flooding across...

Finding your way around your community can be confusing if you don't understand symbols and directions. This simply-written title provides readers with the exact information they need to understand and make a map of their own neighborhood or community.Author: Harriet BrundleISBN-10: 0778750019ISBN-13: 9780778750017Publisher: Crabtree...

Compelling stories of powerful gods, goddesses, and creatures who created and ruled the land, sea, and skies come to life in stories from myths around the world. Engaging, age-appropriate text introduces kids to these characters and explains their connection to the ancient cultures of...

Step back into the recent past and discover the moments that defined the modern world. The century took off with the Wright brothers' historic flight, then swung between two devastating world wars, while people's revolutions around the globe shook up society and transformed politics....

Take an enthralling journey from the Stone Age onward, and see how our ancestors became great builders and rulers. They grew food, discovered metals, made tools, and invented writing. You will see a mighty civilization in Egypt, wise Chinese philosophy, Maya culture in Central...

Celebrate Valentine's Day focuses on historical and cultural aspects of this holiday and the international traditions, food, and celebrations associated with it. This celebration of love includes fun facts; a recipe; a map showing the location of all photographs; a resource list of books,...

The Metropolitan Museum of Art of New York City possesses the largest collection of art in the United States. Founded in 1870 and inspired by European museums, The Metropolitan Museum of Art continues to provide education and culture to the American people. Discover more...

Introduces readers to the flavors of China. An introductory overview of China explains the country's geography and culture, and the remaining chapters highlight three iconic dishes from Chinese cuisine. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, questions to inspire further thought, a simple,...