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Children's Storybook Features: <BR>- 32 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches<BR>- Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 3 Level Readers, Lexile 540L<BR>- Simple, easy-to-read pages with vibrant illustrations<BR>- Features side-by-side bilingual text to develop vocabulary<BR>- Includes after-reading crafts, writing prompts, and comprehension questionsThe Magic Of Reading: Introduce your child to the world of literature with this inspiring folktale, Coyote and Rabbit. This 32-page book features striking illustrations and bilingual text to create a love for reading in two languages.Hands On Learning: Follow the sly rabbit and the determined coyote as they play tricks on each other in the Mexican desert. Find out more about their adventures together, and learn why coyotes howl at the moon at night!Bilingual Learning: More than just an enticing folktale, this children's book features side-by-side bilingual text in English and Spanish, as well as many before and after-reading activities like crafts, comprehension questions, and writing prompts.Leveled Reading: This early reading book engages preschoolers to third graders with leveled reading text, while telling an enlightening story that fosters reading comprehension and teaches new vocabulary in two languages.Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Beneath the dry, orange, dusty sands of Ghana, a glowing key is found lost in the shadows. When Ama, a young, adventurous girl with love and fire in her heart, clutches the key, it whispers promises of unimaginable wealth.Will Ama unlock the secrets this mysterious key holds?This is an exciting and captivating adventure that captures the great value of the power of unity in the land of gold.

In this fast-paced adventure story set in the Canadian arctic, fifteen-year-old Inuit hunter Nick Thrasher comes face-to-face with a fearsome creature on a routine caribou hunt gone wrong. Part grizzly, part polar bear, this environmental mutant has been pegged the “grolar bear” by wildlife experts. Nick may have escaped this time, but it won’t be his last encounter.Then Nick’s estranged half-brother, Ryan, offers to take him on a rafting trip down a remote part of the Firth River. But when disaster strikes, the two narrowly evade death. They’re left stranded without supplies—and then the grolar bear appears. Will Hobbs brings his singular style to this suspenseful story about two brothers fighting for survival against the unpredictable—and sometimes deadly—whims of nature.Forced to rely on a brother he’s never met, can Nick survive the unforgiving Arctic and the monster that hunts them?- Wilderness Survival: After a rafting trip disaster, Nick and Ryan are left stranded without supplies on the remote Firth River, forced to fight the elements and their own fears.- Estranged Brothers: Nick is an Inuit hunter; his half-brother Ryan is a photographer from Arizona he’s never met. They’ll have to overcome their differences and learn to trust each other to stay alive.- Man vs. Nature: A terrifying "grolar bear"—part grizzly, part polar bear—stalks them through the tundra, a monstrous hunter with no fear of man.- Coming of Age Adventure: A gripping story for teens that explores themes of family, heritage, and what it truly means to never say die in the face of impossible odds.

The Traveling Caterpillar (Serbian edition).This story is about a caterpillar who accidentally went on an adventure, traveling far away from her home in the forest. She had an exciting experience, trying new foods and exploring new places. But at the end, she was the most happy to come back home to her family.

Unlock a magic that could save the world ... or destroy it. From bestselling, award-winning author Kiran Millwood Hargrave comes an epic new fantasy: 'This tale of adventure and magic is as brave as it is exciting' Independent<BR><BR>'Destined to be a classic' Garth Nix<BR>'A stunning adventure' Cressida Cowell<BR>'Pure joy to read' Jasbinder Bilan<BR><BR>When her sister vanishes after a mysterious earthquake, Ysolda sets off on a rescue mission. But these are dangerous times, and soon she is forced to strike a deadly bargain with the wolf queen herself. <BR><BR>Join Ysolda and her loyal sea hawk as they embark on an epic quest to save her sister and unlock the earth's most powerful magic ... <BR><BR>From the author of The Girl of Ink and Stars, Julia and the Shark and The Mercies, the Geomancer trilogy is a new modern classic for readers young and old.<BR><BR>Kiran Millwood Hargrave is winner of the Wainwright Prize, the Waterstones Book Prize, and the British Book Awards Children's Book of the Year.<BR><BR>*Kiran Millwood Hargrave was a top 5 bestseller in the UK Nielsen Bookscan chart, 18 February 2025

Eight-year-old Aaron lives in a country called Premium on the planet Astron, but unlike his tall, perfectly purple family and friends, Aaron is round, small and green. His classmates tease him and won't play with him because he's different from all the other Premiums. Why won't they accept him for who he is? His only friends are the sunmoonies and myrtledockers, strange and wonderful creatures who live in the forest and teach him the secrets of the mysterious underground caves and tunnels.When disaster strikes during a school field trip, Aaron is faced with the challenge of his life. Something happens that changes everything, showing Aaron the value of his true inner strength, boosting his confidence, and inspiring the people of Premium forever.This uplifting and beautifully illustrated story is a catalyst for important discussions with children and adults about respect, kindness, and acceptance. We all possess unique skills and talents and have the power to make real positive change. Author Etty Burk, an organizational psychologist who works with teams and organizations, delivers a powerful lesson for people of all ages about diversity and inclusion in Aaron's story. We can all help people feel they are safe, welcome, and truly belong.

Eight-year-old Aaron lives in a country called Premium on the planet Astron, but unlike his tall, perfectly purple family and friends, Aaron is round, small, and green. His classmates tease him and won't play with him because he's different from all the other Premiums. Why won't they accept him for who he is? His only friends are the sunmoonies and myrtledockers, strange and wonderful creatures who live in the forest and teach him the secrets of the mysterious underground caves and tunnels.When disaster strikes during a school field trip, Aaron faces the challenge of his life. Something changes everything, showing Aaron the value of his true inner strength, boosting his confidence, and inspiring the people of Premium forever.This uplifting and beautifully illustrated story is a catalyst for important discussions with children and adults about respect, kindness, and acceptance. We all possess unique skills and talents and have the power to make real positive changes. Author Etty Burk, an organizational psychologist who works with teams and organizations, delivers a powerful lesson for people of all ages about diversity and inclusion in Aaron's story. We can all help people feel they are safe, welcome, and truly belong.

A child who loses her way seeks help from 12 multi-cultural and multi-generational fairies, who give her practical life advice to get on the right track.Trying to possess its beauty, Esperanza chases after a butterfly, which inevitably leaves her behind, lost and scared. Then, she meets 12 Fortune Fairies. Among them is the Fortune Fairy of Beauty, who talks about the beautiful butterfly that flew away and comforts Esperanza by saying: "Beauty is not what you see with your eyes but with your heart." The other Fortune Fairies likewise give Esperanza words to live by to discover her true path.Hope and Fortune is a children's book with positive and frank messages about empowerment and self-discovery, designed to stay with a child well beyond childhood.Through her non-traditional Fortune Fairies, Marissa Bañez uses unvarnished words and vivid images to convey inspirational, aspirational, and optimistic perspectives on meeting some of life's challenges. Hope and Fortune is an invaluable toolbox containing tools to help children cope in their personal life journeys. It is a MUST BUY not only for children but for everyone who has ever felt lost.

We Can Readers: Last Day of School It's the last day of school for the We Can friends. They clean up the classroom, thank their teacher and plan for lots of summer fun. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about the can-do-it attitudes of Su, Raj, Nat and Kat. Sample Text: Kat cleans out her backpack. Nat puts his lunch box away. This book is part of the We Can Readers series from Brenda Ponnay. This book in the We Can Readers series is Guided Reading Level C. We Can Readers are very short, feature diverse characters, and are suitable for kids just learning to read.

Join Riley the Raccoon as she learns from her friends about cultural traditions that celebrate connection, kindness, wonder and much more.Cláudia is nervously practicing for her piano recital when Vovô reminds her of the importance of taking breaks. What's a helpful way to calm your mind and heart? Cooking! Come along on this culinary journey and learn about feijoada, Brazil's national dish, along with common Brazilian Portuguese words and expressions.Discover other books in the Riley the Raccoon series:Riley the Raccoon Goes to the Philippines

We Can Readers: Lemonade Stand Let's have a lemonade stand! The friends are ready to work together to make and sell lemonade. Everyone has a job to do and it is so much fun when you work together. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about the can-do-it attitudes of Su, Raj, Nat and Kat. Sample Text: ""We need lemons."" says Nat. ""We need sugar."" says Kat. This book is part of the We Can Readers series from Brenda Ponnay. This book in the We Can Readers series is Guided Reading Level C. We Can Readers are very short, feature diverse characters, and are suitable for kids just learning to read.

Civil rights icon, Ambassador Andrew Young and his daughter, Paula Young Shelton, deliver a powerful oral history about a special day in Andrew's childhood that changed him forever. This story of race relations in the 1930s South is illustrated by bestselling Caldecott Honor winner Gordon C. James.As a boy, Andrew Young learned a vital lesson from his parents when a local chapter of the Nazi party instigated racial unrest in their hometown of New Orleans in the 1930s. While Hitler's teachings promoted White supremacy, Andrew's father, told him that when dealing with the sickness of racism, "Don't get mad, get smart." To drive home this idea, Andrew Young Senior took his family to the local movie house to see a newsreel of track star Jesse Owens racing toward Olympic gold, showing the world that the best way to promote equality is to focus on the finish line. The teaching of his parents, and Jesse Owens' example, would be the guiding principles that shaped Andrew's beliefs in nonviolence and built his foundation as a civil rights leader and advisor to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The story is vividly recalled by Paula Young Shelton, Andrew's daughter.

A Wonderful Day (Spanish edition).This book about gratitude teaches kids to see the good in everything. Danny tells Dad about his day and describes everything that happened. Although Danny's day didn't go as planned, he still managed to enjoy it. It turns out, that in every bad situation you can find a good thing and something to be grateful for.

The Magic in Me is an educational workbook and guide promoting bravery and acceptance of self and others. Throughout this book, readers will learn about a young boy's journey with a rare disease called Spinal Muscle Atrophy. Throughout reading the story, there are prompts to help readers understand their emotions, as well as, educational activities highlighting diversity, inclusion and mindful self-compassion. The purpose of this book is to educate others so we begin greeting diversity with smiles over stares. I hope readers will use this book as a reminder of the magic that already exists within. You are brave. You are magic. You just have to believe it!

An exciting retelling of the Disney Original Movie Sneakerella with an 8-page full-color photo insert. In this modern reimagination of the Cinderella fairy tale, El is an aspiring sneaker designer from Queens who works in the shoe store that once belonged to his late mother. El hides his artistic talent from his stressed-out stepfather and two mean-spirited stepbrothers. When he meets Kira King, the fiercely independent daughter of legendary basketball star and sneaker tycoon Darius King, sparks fly as the two bond over their mutual affinity for sneakers. But are their worlds too different... and can El find the courage to pursue his dream of becoming a "legit" sneaker designer in the industry? Fans of Disney Channel original movies like Descendants and Zombies will love this fresh, reimagined classic.<BR><BR>If you like this book, you may be interested in these other titles: - Descendants: Junior Novel- Descendants: Mal's Diary- Descendants: Mal's Spell Book- School of Secrets: CJ's Treasure Chase (Disney Descendants)- HSMTMTS: Novelization, Season 1- HSMTMTS: High School Musical: The Encore Edition Junior Novelization Bind-up- HSMTMTS: In the Spotlight: Nini and Ricky's Stories

We Can Readers: Bandit Eats Grass Bandit likes to eat grass but too much makes him sick. When Bandit is sick, who has to clean it up? His owner, Su. She may not like cleaning up after her cat, but she gets the job done. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations featuring an Asian-American character to get kids reading about Su and her can-do-it mindset. Sample Text: When Bandit is sick, it is not good. No one is happy. Not me. Not Bandit. This book is part of the We Can Readers series from Brenda Ponnay. This book in the We Can Readers series is Guided Reading Level C. We Can Readers are very short, feature diverse characters, and are suitable for kids just learning to read.

We Can Readers: Lemonade Stand Let's have a lemonade stand! The friends are ready to work together to make and sell lemonade. Everyone has a job to do and it is so much fun when you work together. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about the can-do-it attitudes of Su, Raj, Nat and Kat. Sample Text: ""We need lemons."" says Nat. ""We need sugar."" says Kat. This book is part of the We Can Readers series from Brenda Ponnay. This book in the We Can Readers series is Guided Reading Level C. We Can Readers are very short, feature diverse characters, and are suitable for kids just learning to read.

"This book is a great learning resource to help increase medical knowledge and decrease fear in all communities during a public health crisis." J. Basini MPH., Health Education Teacher Vaccines Explained describes how vaccines work, their history, and why they are important. Simple text and colorful, multicultural illustrations make this book perfect for readers of all ages. The book comes with audio, a lesson plan with extension activities, and resource links to support teaching in diverse classrooms. This book is available in English-only and in many bilingual editions. Vaccines Explained is part of the Language Lizard Explore Series which helps readers discover the world around them.

We Can Readers: Bandit Plays Bandit loves play with the mouse, the light and the string. But who else does he love to play with? His owner, Su! In this very simple 12-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations featuring an Asian-American character to get kids reading about Su and her can-do-it mindset. Sample Text: Bandit plays with the cup. The cup goes down. This book is part of the We Can Readers series from Brenda Ponnay. This book in the We Can Readers series is Guided Reading Level B. We Can Readers are very short, feature diverse characters, and are suitable for kids just learning to read.

It's festival time in Jerusalem, as the whole nation gathers from around the world to celebrate the Passover. Jesus assumes His role as King, entering the city as a conquering King would do. But, instead of a giant steed, Jesus chooses to ride into town on a humble colt of a donkey. We call this whole event "the Triumphal Entry", and this is the story of the little donkey colt who entered the biggest stage in History. Stan Cunningham is husband to Linda for 41 years, father to four wonderful children and grandfather to nine incredible grandchildren. He's lived a life of adventure, having lived in seven states and two different countries, serving in executive positions in both secular and religious careers. He's shifted in later years to driving a truck and attempting to finish some book ideas he's long been dreaming about. His greatest hope is found in the King, whose Kingdom will endure for all eternity.

I Love to Help (Afrikaans edition).Jimmy the little bunny goes to the beach with his family. There he learns about the importance of helping others. When Jimmy's sandcastle is destroyed by the wave, they work together to build the bigger and better one. Everything works out better when we help each other.

"Beautiful messages with inspiring art!" - Zeynep E., Language Acquisition Specialist Who Are We? helps us to understand and appreciate the diversity in our community. This multicultural book, part of the Language Lizard Living in Harmony Series, includes access to free lesson plans and fun activities to support diversity education. This book is available in English-only and in many bilingual editions. The other books in the Language Lizard Living in Harmony Series are:Be Kind by Livia LemgruberWe Can All Be Friends by Michelle Griffis