Synopsis: In an old Russian village, Sadie and her brothers are poor and hungry until an old woman gives Sadie a frying pan that will make potato pancakes until it hears the magic words that make it stop. This humorous Chanukah story of generosity and greed is accompanied by bright, cheerful illustrations depicting a traditional Russian village and a recipe for latkes. Full color.

Synopsis: Sadie and her four little brothers are very poor and always hungry. On the first night of Chanukah, Sadie performs a generous act, and in turn receives a frying pan that cooks up sizzling hot, golden latkes on command. Sadie tells her brothers never to use the magic pan, but when she goes out one afternoon, the mischievous boys can't resist. They remember the words to start the pan cooking . . . but what were the words to make it stop? This…

Synopsis: The first book in the Lark Ba Detective series! It’s the third day of summer vacation, and Lark’s halmoni—that’s Korean for grandmother—has promised to take Lark and her twin brother, Connor, to the library. Only trouble is, they arrive to discover that the town librarian is missing her key to the library. Lucky for her, Lark just happens to be a budding private eye. Can rookie detectives Lark and Connor solve this mystery and recover the lost…

Synopsis: With sugar skulls, sweet-smelling marigold petals and joyful songs, Hispanic families welcome back ancestors on this holiday.

Synopsis: Making a terrible discovery at the stream about a mysterious threat that is endangering its magical creatures, Zoey and Sassafras race against time to discover the source of the problem and save the Merhorse species.

Synopsis: Henry tells his mother that he did not like his first day of first grade, but as he describes what he did and learned, he begins to realize that he might enjoy it after all.

Synopsis: A stunningly photographed and well-researched volume spanning the entire animal kingdom, perfect for curious readers.More than 1,000 animal species are profiled in this truly stunning, all-new information book. Packed with the latest expert information across the world of natural history research along with eye-catching photographs, Animals includes short, educational feature spreads that include top 10 lists as well as deep dives into themes…

Synopsis: Describes the origins, characteristics, and future of the sun, planets, moons, asteroids, meteoroids, and comets.

Synopsis: After hearing how her toy nutcracker got his ugly face, a little girl helps break the spell and watches him change into a handsome prince.

Synopsis: Illustrated in full color. In this playful introduction to maps andgeography, step by simple step, a young girl shows readers herself on a map ofher room, her room on the map of her house, her house on the map of herstreet--all the way to her country on a map of the world. Once the reader isfamiliar with the maps, she demonstrates how readers can find their owncountry, state, and town--all the way back to their room--on each colorful map.Easy-to…

Synopsis: Dirty job -- Clean machine! -- Cutting it close! -- Surprise, surprise! -- Runnin' in reverse!

Synopsis: Zeb goes on an unexpected adventure after he forgets the rebels' meeting place and ends up in the wrong alley. Find out what happens next in this Level 1 reader!

Synopsis: Kenny Wright is a kid with a secret identity. In his mind, he's Stainlezz Steel, super-powered defender of the weak. In reality, he's a chess club devotee known as a "grandma's boy," a label that makes him an easy target for bullies. Kenny wants to bring a little more Steel to the real world, but can he recognize his own true strength before peer pressure forces him to make the worst choice of his life?

Synopsis: Tony dreams that one day he'll become the most famous baker in northern Italy. His poor daughter Serafina wants to be allowed to marry. Each of their dreams seems far away until Angelo, a rich young nobleman from Milan, appears and devises a way to make everyone's dreams come true.

Synopsis: A beautifully illustrated African tale of how Ki-pat, a herd boy, ended a dreadful drought.In this traditional tale, discovered in Kenya, a young herd boy Ki-pat must find a way to save the animals that live on the Kapiti Plain by ending a long and terrible drought.Authored by Verna Aardema, Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain is a delightful rhyming tale full of bright and vivid illustrations by Beatriz Vidal. The cumulative rhyme is a joy to…

Synopsis: Now all children will have the opportunity to see how "others" are put to bed by parents around the universe, as a sleepy little alien takes everything from goonie birds to rocket ships on his journey through the night. Your earthling child may never want the standard lullaby again, but instead may prefer the comfort and camaraderie of other intelligent life forms.

Synopsis: For use in schools and libraries only. Explains the meaning behind Cinco De Mayo, the Mexican independence day.

Synopsis: Explore Native American narratives—for kids ages 6 to 9 Native Americans have a long tradition of storytelling. Now, you can easily introduce your children to these rich cultures with a compilation of powerful tales from multiple tribes like the Cheyenne and the Lenape. What sets this book apart from other Native American books for kids: Tales from 12 tribes—Kids will embark on a literary adventure with 12 stories from tribes around America,…

Synopsis: Get ready to blast back to World War II and discover what life was like during that time!Discover what life was like throughout the world during World War II. This engaging nonfiction book, complete with black and white interior illustrations, will make readers feel like they've traveled back in time. It covers everything from how the war started to the Holocaust to the German surrender, and more. Find out interesting, little-known facts such as…

Synopsis: In this rhythmic cumulative tale Rosa Maria spends the week getting ready for her granddaughter's birthday party and trying to avoid attracting mice--unaware that the mice in her walls are preparing for a party of their own.