People & Places - Kids

Boys around the world are treated differently than girls just because of their gender. They are given an education and choices that girls are not, and their needs and success are often put above the needs of the girls and women in their families...

From twisted towers to grassy rooftops come on a journey through some of the world's most inspired modern structures. Discover how sustainable design is shaping urban futures and how past events have reshaped design for our safety. Tour a futuristic city and discover a...

An inclusive nonfiction picture book that celebrates difference and diversity, Who Are You? is a wonderful way to get children thinking about and learning about their own families, and also opening up discussions about all of the other pieces that come together to make...

Every day, no matter where we are or where we need to go, humans need food. Imagine carrying meals with you as you parachute into a war zone. Or trying to stay well fed while building the pyramids. People have always found ways to...

A community has many buildings and outdoor places. Children will be fascinated by this book, which identifies the places where people live, work, learn, and shop. Action-oriented photos also feature places that provide different services to the community such as police and fire stations,...

This gorgeously illustrated book is a wonderful first introduction to our world's celebrations. The interesting, easy-to-understand facts, accompanied by the fun shine-through mechanism, work together to create a party on every page.Author: Carron BrownISBN-10: 1684642817ISBN-13: 9781684642816Publisher: Kane/Miller Book PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/01/2021Pages: 36Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.97lbsSize:...

Take a journey around the world and discover how different cultures and communities show gratitude. You can even learn to say "thank you" in over 50 different languages.Author: Claire SaundersISBN-10: 1684644577ISBN-13: 9781684644575Publisher: Kane/Miller Book PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2023Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 8.80h x 9.60w x...

Kobi travels to Cuba and learns about the people there and their way of life. She learns to count, about colors, about family and so many new things. Come travel with Kobi. Open the book and you can travel too!Author: Shani NaeemaISBN-10: 8218277919ISBN-13: 9798218277918Publisher:...

Early in life, Joseph Stalin became convinced of the inevitability of social revolution. And in it, he was determined to play a prominent role. He carefully masked his great personal ambition during his long climb to power and devoted all this energies to furthering...

Children all over the world have rights! Do you know what they are? This is a beautifully illustrated book for 4-8 year old readers. Proceeds from this sale benefit nonprofit organisation Library For All, helping children around the world learn to read.Author: Kym SimonciniISBN-10:...

Experience the haunted sanatorium up close and personal YOU CHOOSE the path you take through this haunted hospital. Follow the path of a modern-day visitor in this thrilling nonfiction title.Author: Matt DoedenISBN-10: 1515736512ISBN-13: 9781515736516Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2017Pages: 112Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 7.60h x 5.40w...

What would you do to win? Find out how others answered in this look at famous cheating scandals. Don't trust anyone in the Lies and Liars Throughout History series. Each title uncovers some of the most famous fakers, schemers, and cheaters who turned the...

Fourteen holidays celebrated around the world come alive in this kid-friendly guide of how to celebrate each holiday. The wide-ranging collection of holidays includes Holi, Purim, Halloween, and more!Author: Whitney StewartISBN-10: 1454950633ISBN-13: 9781454950639Publisher: Union Square KidsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/26/2023Pages: 40Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 9.60h x 10.30w...

Every single day a child suffers from having a mother, father or loved one taken away by the system, a few really take the time to think about what the child is going through and how it will affect them long-term. During these rough...

The true story of award-winning pianist and environmental activist Mahani Teave and the beloved island she is helping to save."This upbeat and fascinating story will leave readers feeling as though they, too, can make a difference when it comes to helping the planet."--Kirkus ReviewsImagine...

Give your Kindergarten to 2nd grade students the geography skills practice they need to successfully tackle the geography curriculum now and in the future! Through engaging activities, content vocabulary development, and cumulative assessments, this resource has everything you need to build the foundations of...

Celebrate the diversity and universality of childhood and the adventures of growing up around all the world. With a forward by Chris and Martin Kratt of PBS fame, To Be a Kid invites readers to share in the commonality of families, school, play, creativity,...

This classic picture book from Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Gwendolyn Brooks, paired with full-color illustrations by Caldecott Honor artist Faith Ringgold, explores the lives and dreams of the children who live together in an urban neighborhood. In 1956, Gwendolyn Brooks created thirty-four poems that celebrated...

This classic picture book from Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Gwendolyn Brooks, paired with full-color illustrations by Caldecott Honor artist Faith Ringgold, explores the lives and dreams of the children who live together in an urban neighborhood. In 1956, Gwendolyn Brooks created thirty-four poems that celebrated...

Children reach a deeper understanding of historical peoples by participating in the activities that shaped their lives. This hands-on series lets them discover history with projects, facts, photographs, costumes, and maps. Tested projects reinforce traditional lessons and research. A powerful, graphic style combines with...

See how the heat, the cold, and the wind shape the landscape. Discover how people, plants, and animals survive in these desolate regions of the earth.Author: Donald GrantISBN-10: 1851032991ISBN-13: 9781851032990Publisher: First DiscoveryLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/01/2012Pages: 34Format: SpiralWeight: 0.44lbsSize: 7.00h x 6.20w x 0.40d

This nonfiction book builds literacy and social studies content knowledge while introducing students to different cultures around the world. Colorful images and simple informational text features such as a table of contents, glossary, captions, and bold font, help students navigate the text and increase...

What would we do without bridges? They allow us to cross over great heights and dangerous waters that would be inaccessible without bridges. But some bridges are more than a link between two places. From New York to Singapore, the stories of these bridges...

From Disney star to blockbuster actor, fashion influencer, singer, and activist, Zendaya is making waves in Hollywood. This remarkable book shows that her fun, relatable persona and outstanding acting and singing chops aren't the only reasons that she is a role model for girls...

Delve into the past and explore the life of Elizabeth I and the hidden truth of Britain's last Tudor monarch. The fourth book in this captivating series on British monarchs for kids aged 5-11, Elizabeth I reveals the life and struggles of one of...

Delve into the past and explore the life and reign of Henry VIII in this fascinating biography for children. Learn about one of the most famous monarchs in British history in this biography for kids aged 5-11 exploring Henry VIII's life. Bright, playful illustrations...

Doodle your way around town in this exciting activity book all about Omaha Design stamps for the post office, make your own laws (ice cream every Friday ), construct new buildings, draw your finest local produce, and much more, all while learning about how...

COME LOOK WITH ME: WORLD OF PLAY is no dry discourse on art history or painting technique. Instead it pairs quality art reproductions with thought-provoking questions, encouraging the child to enter the painting or sculpture and explore it through the artist's eyes, through the...

Built in the 19th century as a private retreat for King Ludwig II of Bavaria, Neuschwanstein Castle harkens back to the German myths and legends that inspired its design. Its fairy-tale appearance attracts more than 1.4 million visitors every year. Explore the facility, history,...

Find out how the blame game worked in these famous tales of innocence. 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, and the...

It's a dark, moonless night. Mist rises off of moss-covered tombstones. Wait--what was that noise? Did something just move? Choose your own path as you explore the world's most haunted cemeteries. Will you be able to escape or will fright overwhelm you? Find out...

Just Get Started! Be Unstoppable! Dream Big! How to Become an Accidental Activist profiles almost 100 activists from around the world, including change-makers like Greta Thunberg, Pete Seeger and Lilly Singh. This book shows us how ordinary people have persevered throughout history to do...

This is book seven 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...

What do a playwright, a vegan butcher, and an alpaca farmer all have in common? Two popular columnists take us behind the scenes in interviews with twenty-eight workers doing something they love. With care and delight, New York Times columnists Shaina Feinberg and Julia...

Through vibrant photographs and accessible text, this inviting title looks at the rich diversity of art forms in different places around the world. From decorative art forms such as basketweaving to painting, sculpture, and other visual arts, readers will understand how art is an...

This all-new board book primer - from the multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series - introduces the youngest dreamers to the world's best-loved artists. In this board book compilation of the most fantastic artists from the series, suitable for the youngest readers, introduce...

Weather is always changing. Observing local weather can help you understand the seasons and climate in your area. Join kids in one classroom as they track daily weather patterns. Fully decodable text features high-frequency words, and words with consonant blends with l. Also features...

It's a dark, moonless night. Mist rises off of moss-covered tombstones. Wait--what was that noise? Did something just move? Choose your own path as you explore the world's most haunted cemeteries. Will you be able to escape or will fright overwhelm you? Find out...

Alexander Graham Bell is one of North America's most famous inventors. Although he is best known for the telephone, he started his science experiments because he wanted to help people who were deaf. He also spent his life exploring metal detectors, iron lungs, kites...

A perfect bilingual storytime for babies and toddlers This first board book introduces little ones to the colorful Mexican festival of the Day of the Dead while promoting early learning and bilingualism. From sugar skulls and sparkly skeleton costumes to sweet-tasting pan de muerto...

Would you have survived in the Mongol Empire? Make decisions and tally your score to find out. Written at a lower reading level with considerate text, these high maturity books are sure to grab struggling readers as they engage and play along. Also includes...

Welcome to best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Auntie! readers explore the special relationship between a child and her aunt during an adventure-filled day. For ages 0 to 3.Author: Martha Day ZschockISBN-10: 1467197645ISBN-13: 9781467197649Publisher: Arcadia Children's BooksLanguage:...

Embark on a thrilling journey with "Easter Around the World for Kids: A Global Celebration", where curiosity leads the way to discovering amazing Easter traditions.Can the Easter Bunny dance the samba?Do Italians have pizza on Easter?Do they roll eggs in Kenya?Why there's no Easter...

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...