Synopsis: Coretta Scott King Award winnerA young girl’s beloved uncle is a talented barber without a shop who never gives up on his dream in this richly illustrated, stirring picture book.Everyone has a favorite relative. For Sarah Jean, it’s her Uncle Jed. Living in the segregated South of the 1920s, where most people are sharecroppers, Uncle Jed is the only black barber in the county and has to travel all over the county to cut his customers’ hair.He…

Synopsis: Poky, a baby sea turtle awakes to find he missed the annual sea turtle race. He meets several beach friends along the way who offer conflicting advice on how to find his way home. Confused and alone, Poky has decisions to make, but soon realizes he was not the last one when more sea turtles pop up from the hatch. The great sea turtle race is on...or is it?Whimsical rhyme and beautiful watercolor illustrations make Poky, the Turtle Patrol a must…

Synopsis: Single copy of Star Sightings (Pathfinder). Join the star party to learn amazing facts about stars and hear incredible stories about the legendary star patterns known as constellations.

Synopsis: An account of the ocean voyage and arrival at Ellis Island of twelve-year-old Julius Weinstein who, along with his mother and younger sister, immigrated from Russia in 1922.

Synopsis: The custom of giving thanks is deeply ingrained among the native peoples of North America. Award-winning Native American storyteller Joseph Bruchac has gathered thirteen beautiful thanksgiving pieces, honoring every aspect of creation. Murv Jacob's dramatic illustrations celebrate native cultures and the importance of giving thanks.

Synopsis: Follow a crowd of disguised protestors through the quiet streets of colonial Boston as they defend their right to control their own destinies.   Russell Freedman's engaging narrative, incorporating meticulous research and quotes from contemporary accounts, follows the rising tensions between the citizens of Boston and representatives of the British Crown. From the controversial, unpopular taxes on tea through the defiant act of dumping hundreds…

Synopsis: Find out about the sun's properties and characteristics. (Set of 6 with Teacher's Guide and Comprehension Question Card)

Synopsis: Inspiring young animal lovers to get up close to sea turtles and the real-life challenges they face is what Mission: Sea Turtle Rescue is all about. Kids can connect their love of animals with their passion to help save them, discovering amazing true adventure stories, gorgeous photography, hands-on activities, fascinating information, and more. This introduction to sea turtles provides in-depth information about their habitats, challenges, and…

Synopsis: A little sea turtle has just hatched and must make his way to the ocean. The light of the moon on the water should guide his path straight home. Unfortunately, he becomes distracted by a light coming from the street. Should he follow the moonlight or the streetlight? He becomes confused and makes the wrong choice. The little turtle sets off on his journey, but he's going the wrong way! What will happen to him? Will he ever make it to his…

Synopsis: Bestselling children's author Kay de Silva presents "Sea Turtles". The book uses captivating illustrations, and carefully chosen words to teach children about the 'old men of the sea'. This series is known for its beautiful full-color images. The description in large text is simple enough for young readers or for a parent to guide a child through. There are also picture captions that provide more information to talk about with your child.…

Synopsis: This alphabet book offers A is for the American Revolution, B is for the Battles of Lexington and Concord, and more. Each entry in this picture book for young readers includes one paragraph of relevant facts.

Synopsis: This charming and educational board book gives young readers a peek into the fascinating world of the turtle. From the ocean to the swamp, no shell is left unturned. Fun facts include turtle habitat, species identification, green turtles, loggerheads, kemp's Ridley's, box turtles, snapping turtles, tortoises, soft shell and hardshell turtles, mud turtles, pond turtles and more.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series,…

Synopsis: Take your child on a reading adventure with Safari Readers and learn all about Sea Turtles in this WILD and exciting book series for kids. Packed with ferocious facts, stunning photography and engaging puzzles, your reading safari will be certain to fuel curious young minds and inspire the next generation of wildlife lovers.The Safari Readers wildlife books for kids have been specially designed to inspire early readers and help make reading a…

Synopsis: The motorcycle is back! Similar to the fresh contemporary scene that has established itself around bicycles in the last few years, the motorcycle is currently undergoing an aesthetic rebirth. A young subculture worldwide is discovering the motorcycle as an expression of its personality and creativity. The Ride explores motorcycle riding as it is meant to be: as a means of getting around with attitude, as an extension of one's own body, as an…

Synopsis: The twisted team that gave the world Squids Will Be Squids and The Stinky Cheese Man now delivers a whole lot of Baloney. Henry P. Baloney. Henry is an alien schoolkid who needs to come up with one very good excuse to explain why he is late for szkola, again. Otherwise, his teacher Miss Bugscuffle promises, it's Permanent Lifelong Detention.Henry's tall tale of his lost zimulis-received from deep space by Jon Scieszka-is told in at least twenty…

Synopsis: "I take care of the earth because I know I can do little things every day to make a BIG difference..."With his signature blend of playfulness and sensitiviy, Todd Parr explores the important, timely subject of environmental protection and conservation in this eco-friendly picture book. Featuing a circular die-cut Earth on the cover, and printed entirely with recycled materials and nontoxic soy inks, this book includes lots of easy, smart ideas…

Synopsis: Trees shelter and surround us. Their leaves offer shade from the hot summer sun. In autumn, they dazzle us with color. In winter, they stand tall against a cold and snowy background. Trees may look solitary, but each one is teeming with life.Tell Me, Tree is a guide to the wide variety of trees that surround us. It describes different kinds of trees and how to identify them, and presents the many parts of a tree, inside and out, with cut-away…

Synopsis: The Glerp will gladden the hearts of any child who has ever longed for such a digestive display of power. Buy multiple copies because kids will swallow the book whole--'Glerp '--Booklist.