People & Places - Kids

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

This compelling book follows the significant battles over the course of World War II. European countries and their colonies and allies, such as the United States and Canada, supplied forces for battles. Readers will learn that fighting took place in five parts of the...

Take young readers on the ultimate round-the-world trip with this impressive atlas - packed full of beautiful illustrations and photographs.Discover the world map-by-map with this exciting world atlas book for children, featuring more than 50 maps! Each page is filled with fascinating information, facts...

Fly over the mountains, dive into the deep sea and creep through rainforests to explore Planet Earth! With giant fold-out pages, peep-through holes and flaps, My First Journey Around Planet Earth is a wonderful introduction to Earth's ecosystems - from grasslands to rainforests. Simple...

See who failed the test of loyalty in this look at famous traitors. 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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

A book for curious kids filled with unforgettable facts, from the brilliant to the bizarre! What's the furthest distance ever run without stopping? Which language has the most words? How many times do we blink each day, year, or in an entire lifetime? How...

Grab your very own VIP access pass and explore the incredible Botanic Gardens.Have you ever wondered what goes on at the Botanic Gardens? It's not all planting and pruning. In fact, the team have a planet-saving mission on their hands - and you can...

KRESIMIR BANOVAC is a retired professor of medicine. He was born in Croatia and moved with his family to Miami, Florida, in 1982. These days, he and his wife live in Falmouth, Maine, where he plays golf and enjoys writing for his grandchildren. One...

In another palm-size pop-up book, designer Ingela P. Arrhenius showcases flora, fauna, and other familiar scenes of the jungle with her trademark retro style. Hop aboard a riverboat for a colorful trek into the depths of the jungle with its many wonders. Tree frogs,...

Orbiting around the Sun, so high, are planets floating above the sky. Venture beyond planet Earth to explore the Solar System and learn about the planets in a fun and accessible way.Author: Michael JamiesonISBN-10: 1991188927ISBN-13: 9781991188922Publisher: Michael JamiesonLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/08/2023Pages: 22Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.12lbsSize: 9.00h...

From Adventures on Trains author and British Book Award 2021 winner Sam Sedgman comes a beautiful and fact-filled book encapsulating the excitement and wonder of adventure and travel - all seen through the world's most epic train journeys. So climb on board and travel...

Would you be surprised to know North America's Death Valley is the hottest spot in the world? Or that the Appalachian Mountains are nearly 500 million years old? This makes them some of the oldest mountains on Earth. Discover extreme facts about North America...

You've probably heard of the Amazon Rainforest in South America. But did you know it's so full of plants that it can take ten minutes for rain to travel from the treetops to the forest floor. And would it surprise you to learn that...

I AM... is a Children's Book based on the original poem written by Denise Angelle. This 1st Edition of the I AM... book includes beautiful photographs (60+), inviting children into the lives of others with diverse backgrounds and circumstances. It encourages children to see,...

Take a trip around the world to see amazing islands that have formed on Earth.Author: Pat TanumihardjaISBN-10: 1543557775ISBN-13: 9781543557770Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2019Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.20w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 3.2Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Middle GradeQuiz #/Name: 500490 / Amazing Islands...

This title introduces readers to how people in different parts of the world learn. Simple text, fun pictures, and a photo glossary make this title the perfect introduction to school around the world.Author: Meg GaertnerISBN-10: 1646192214ISBN-13: 9781646192212Publisher: Little Blue ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight:...

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

Let's go shopping down main street and visit with our neighbors. We live in a city! Learn about the people and things that make a city special, and explore how we can all take steps to make our city the best it can be!...

This title looks at body world records and gives information related to the types of records broken and the people who have earned them. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards...

An overview of the history and culture of Chile and its people including the geography, myths, arts, daily life, education, industry, and government, with illustrations from primary source documents.Author: Jason PorterfieldISBN-10: 1435890620ISBN-13: 9781435890626Publisher: PowerPlus BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2003Pages: 132Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.61lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.00w x...

On December 20, 1943, a German pilot escorted an American bomber to safety; this remarkable, secret meeting in the sky inspired a lifelong quest to reunite as the two former enemies became friends.Author: Rina SinghISBN-10: 1568463103ISBN-13: 9781568463100Publisher: Creative EditionsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/06/2019Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.00lbsSize:...

Let's go shopping down main street and visit with our neighbors. We live in a city! Learn about the people and things that make a city special, and explore how we can all take steps to make our city the best it can be!...

It's a big world spinning around the sun. We live on a planet! Learn about the people and things that make our home special, and explore how we can all take steps to make Earth the best it can be! Bright, colorful photos paired...

Who said geography and history can't be fun? Marena Woodsit's new book, Canada's Kiddie History and Geography in ABC's, points out various interesting facts and places in an easy-to-read style (H for history, G for geography) that will captivate children of all ages. A...

Climb the tallest mountain, dive into the deepest lake, and navigate the longest river in Steve Jenkins' stunning new book that explores the wonders of the natural world. With his striking cut paper collages, Jenkins majestically captures the grand sense of scale, perspective and...

Bursting with fascinating facts for impressing friends, parents, grandparents and teachers - perfect for curious children everywhere!Wow your friends! Amaze your teachers! Astonish your family! Find over a HUNDRED mind-boggling facts and sensational stats in this fun-packed and hilarious book, perfect for 8+ readers....

Cuando pensamos en una biblioteca, nos imaginamos un edificio en una calle o tal vez una sala en una escuela. Pero algunas bibliotecas no están encerradas entre paredes. Algunas se mueven de un lugar a otro de formas increíbles: en autobús, barco, elefante, burro,...

At just 12 years old, Stevie Wonder was already a superstar child prodigy, performing his weaving melodies and harmonies for live audiences and on television. Blind since infancy, Wonder didn't let his disability define him, instead learning many musical instruments and developing his unique...

In our world today, people of diverse heritages are coming together and recognizing that we are all part of one human family. We all have the same basic needs and desires, although we may express them in different ways. With usage of the internet,...

Ten true stories of real-life survivors of attacks by some of the animal kindgom's scariest predators Can you imagine getting bit by a shark? Or having an elephant try to trample you? Or running for your life from a cougar?Read all about kids just...

Who can examine a patient, prescribe medicine, and help you feel better when you are sick? A doctor! 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 doctors...

The great Irish potato famine -- the Great Hunger -- was one of the worst disasters of the nineteenth century. Within seven years of the onset of a fungus that wiped out Ireland's staple potato crop, more than a quarter of the country's eight...

Spot it! World Atlas is a gorgeous and vibrant look-and-find children's atlas for kids aged 3+. Travel around each continent and discover the icons that are special to each country. Explore Europe and spot the Eiffel Tower in France or a scrumptious pizza in...

Babies everywhere love their grandparents! Celebrate this bond with the newest addition to the bestselling Global Babies series. Grandparents all over the world have a special connection with their grandbabies. They play, sing, read, eat, and cuddle together. Most of all, grandparents give lots...

Adventurous. Friendly. Wild. Welcome to Australia! In this bright, exciting book, young readers will travel to this amazing country without ever leaving their homes or classrooms. During their journey, they will learn all about Australia's land, history, cities, food, and sports. They'll even learn...

Where can you eat dinner under the sea? Which country has the most pyramids? Can a church become a swimming pool?Including a stunning central gatefold map that opens out to reveal where all 80 structures are located, this book is a visual celebration of...

With its glittering panels and sweeping curves, the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, is one of the most stunning museums in the world. Created specifically to house modern art, the Guggenheim attracts more than one million visitors per year. Discover more about this incredible...

The Cultured Chef: An International Guide for Kids Who Love to Cook was created to stimulate cultural awareness between the ages of 3 and 9. Designed to promote diversity, the book offers wholesome world recipes and stories about life outside the United States. More...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - From world-renowned historian and philosopher Yuval Noah Harari, the bestselling author of Sapiens, comes an exciting, illustrated book for middle school readers that looks at the early history of humankind. A New York Times Best Book of the Year"Gripping...

Babies everywhere love to read! Three titles from the best-selling, photo-illustrated Global Babies series in one convenient, giftable collection. Babies around the world dress, play, and go to sleep in different ways. But wherever they live, they are loved. Grown-ups and babies alike will...

The students at T.D.M. Elementary are learning about careers and would like for you to learn with them. Their Career Day is for meeting new people and for learning about what they do each day. Whether you take one letter at a time or...

This title looks at adventure world records and gives information related to the types of records broken and the people who have earned them. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards...

This title looks at accidental world records and gives information related to the types of records broken and the people who have earned them. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards...

The students at T.D.M. Elementary are learning about careers and would like for you to learn with them. Their Career Day is for meeting new people and for learning about what they do each day. Whether you take one letter at a time or...