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No matter where they live, children are always curious about the world. But nothing proves more fascinating to them than other children. Exploring the themes of commonality and diversity, this informational picture book introduces young readers to 12 children from around the world.

Perfect for fans of STEM, this inspiring picture book biography tells the extraordinary story of pioneering astronomer Maria Mitchell.Maria longed to travel beyond her island of Nantucket. But how? Her father taught her that if you know how to read the stars, they can tell you where you need to go. They spent hours scanning the sky. Maria learned to use astronomers' tools to measure and track stars. But what could she do with her skills? Then one day, she heard that a prize was being offered to the first person to find a new comet. Could this be the opportunity she was waiting for?From small island girl to renowned astronomer --- Martha Mitchell's story will leave kids starstruck!

Scaredy never sleeps - sleep might mean bad dreams... With exhaustion taking its toll, Scaredy comes face-to-face with an alarming horoscope prediction: All his dreams are about to come true! He must prepare for the worst and his Bad Dream Action Plan includes a fire extinguisher to snuff out dragons and a fan to blast away ghosts. But when disaster strikes, will Scaredy survive this ordeal? Scaredy Squirrel at Night tackles a fear everyone - and especially the young --- can relate to. It''s a bedtime story to make light of kids'' fear of the dark and a fable for our sleep-deprived society.

This thoughtful, poetic book uses metaphors and beautiful imagery to explore the reasons for our tears.In a soft voice, Mario asks, ¿Mother, why do we cry?¿ And his mother begins to tell him about the many reasons for our tears. We cry because our sadness is so huge it must escape from our bodies. We cry because we don't understand the world, and our tears go in search of an answer. Most important, she tells him, we cry because we feel like crying. And, as she shows him then, sometimes we feel like crying for joy. This warm, reassuring hug of a book makes clear that everyone is allowed to cry, and that everyone does.

An accessible and engaging primer on the history of the universe and life on Earth.In this delightful book, kids can follow the fascinating story of how we got from the beginning of the universe to life today on the ¿bright blue ball floating in space¿ called Earth. They'll learn about the big bang theory, how our solar system and planet were formed, how life on Earth began in the oceans and moved to land, what happened to the dinosaurs and how humans evolved from apes to build communities all over the planet ... and even travel to space!Kids will be enthralled by this out-of-this-world look at how the universe began!

What's the wind like today? Is it a feather drifting slowly to the ground or an excited puppy running after a butterfly? A train barreling down the tracks or a helpful hand pushing you along? Winds can be soft, strong, fast, lazy and everything in between -- and readers will encounter them all in this poetic informational picture book as it explores types of wind from breezes to tornadoes.

"Every night, Maria and Lolo draw together. Though she tries, Maria isn't nearly as good as her grandfather. Lolo can draw anything: Lola cooking, sampaguita blooming, maya birds perching. One day, though, things start to change. Lolo does not feel well. And when Maria asks him to draw, he says he needs to rest. Not long after, Lolo begins to forget people's names, and soon he cannot find the words for what he wants. Maria tries to find some way to help Lolo communicate - could their shared love of drawing be the answer?"--Provided by publisher.

Two ancient empires battle for the upper paw in this fascinating true tale from hiss-tory.In the 6th century BCE, Egypt and Persia had been squabbling for years over control of the Fertile Crescent. A trick involving an impostor princess was the straw that broke the camel's back: Persia's king decided to invade Egypt. Only, how could Persia beat the mighty Egyptian army? The answer was right in their laps. Would this turn out to be the purr-fect idea they thought it was? Or would it end in cat-astrophe?J. F. Fox tells the strange and intriguing story of how the Persians used cats to help them win the Battle of Pelusium. Her playful text together with Anna Kwan's dynamic illustrations offer plenty of humor to complement the historical details. Filled with silly cat puns throughout, this third title from the Head-to-Head History series provides an easy-to-read and entertaining way for young people to learn about ancient civilizations. The text and art have been reviewed by an expert for historical accuracy. Notes at the back of the book promote inquiry-based learning by explaining how historians determine what actually happened and ways to separate fact from fiction. A glossary and bibliography are also included.

"Everyone faces loss, and everyone grieves. But grief is as unique as a thumbprint--not everyone grieves the same losses or in the same way. A Guide to Grief covers everything you need to know about death and loss that no one wants to talk about..."--

"Cameron and Lewis Larsen are identical twins living normal, suburban lives...until their mom and dad kill two uninvited guests at a neighborhood barbecue and then disappear. Following cryptic instructions their parents left behind, the twins make their way to a small hotel in Edinburgh. Too conspicuous as twins, they hide by pretending to be one person, each gathering clues on alternate days. The closer they get to the truth, only one thing is clear: Someone is following them. Will they uncover their parents' secrets before their own is discovered?--

"Freya has everything that a young girl could want: a library full of books, lots of marshmallows and a pretty cool crown. But what she wants most in the world is a dragon ... to slay! Nearby, a dragon dreams of one day finding a girl ... to eat!"--

"Rover and Speck have found a new kind of planet to explore: a gas giant. The pair don't know what to expect when they launch themselves from their spaceship, so they're thrilled when they find life there. That is, until shark-like creatures start shooting sparks at them. And things only get worse when Rover is zapped out of commission by one of their bolts, leaving Speck to save the day on his own. Thankfully, Speck makes a new friend, Jelli, who's happy to help him try to avoid the Spark Sharks and get Rover back to their spaceship for a reboot. But will they be able to do it in time?"--

In this highly engaging lift-the-flap story, a young girl gets very, very MAD at her dad. Her emotions take over, and the girl doesn't like the intensity and vastness of her feelings at all.

"On his first day at his new school, Puffin is thrilled when Penguin is assigned to be his buddy - Penguin's the coolest kid in the school! But Puffin quickly learns that the coolest kid is also the busiest kid, especially with Penguin starring as King Midas in the school play. Puffin realizes he's on his own when it comes to making friends - and what better way than joining the stage crew? When a blackout threatens the play's opening night, it's up to Puffin to save the day!"--

"Steve the Horse wants to be exceptional ... you know, like a peacock! His friend Bob tries to reassure him that he's special, but Bob can't seem to think of anything exceptional about him. Steve is discouraged ... That is, until he finds a shiny gold horn in the forest. Obviously, somebody left this exceptional horn for him to find! He ties it to his head and prances off to show his friends. Who's exceptional now? Steve, that's who! Only, as Steve's friends make clear, dressing up and showing off are not the answer. Adapted from Kelly Collier's much-loved picture book A Horse Named Steve, this early graphic novel will delight slightly older readers with its silly, laugh-out-loud story about self-esteem and what really makes someone special."--

"Serenity and her brother Big Ed are making their way through the bush to go fishing at Hawk River. Along the path, Big Ed explains that it's called Hawk River because the Hawks, Gekek, are the Keepers of the river and their Protectors. 'They see things far off in the distance, things we can't,' he tells Serenity. When they arrive at the river and Big Ed finds himself in danger, Serenity must follow the Hawk and listen to her own intuition to come to her brother's rescue"

"Veena loves her home, especially spending time in the kitchen learning how to make roti. But everything changes when India suddenly becomes free from British rule, and the country is to be divided in two according to religion. Fearing for their safety, Veena's family flees in the middle of the night. They make their way to a dusty and crowded refugee camp, where life is difficult and her family struggles. Even the roti is different from what Veena remembers from home. She wants to do something to bring hope and comfort to the people at the camp. By making them tasty roti, maybe Veena can use her skills to lift everyone's spirits"--

"Here's the definitive guide to getting started in activism for every kid who's eager to make a difference. In a world where so many causes need time and attention, it can be hard to know where to start - enter Gen Z activist Charlene Rocha, who started out at #FridaysforFuture climate strikes and since then has made a place for herself at rallies and workshops for all kinds of causes. With co-author Mary Beth Leatherdale, an award-winning, bestselling author, Charlene demystifies activism for budding social justice advocates. This important and timely handbook takes a friendly and fun approach, encouraging readers to bring their own passions and interests to their activism. Information is presented in chunks and sidebars, with engaging quizzes, prompts, tips, interviews, and more. From choosing a cause, researching and connecting with others to organizing fundraisers and attending protests, all stages of working for change are explained, in a supportive tone, by a peer who s been there. Along the way, readers will benefit from practical tips for everything from sending emails to leading a team, and will learn about essential topics such as intersectionality, privilege, allyship and much more. A must-have guide for kids who are passionate about improving the world around them"--