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A Book of Questions (Xist Children's Books)
Par Jane G. Meyer. 2016
&“A whimsical little book . . . to encourage Socratic type questioning in young children, to think and reflect at a deeper imaginative…
level.&” —Chrissi Hart, author of Tea with the Queen Every kid has questions . . . and they also have the capacity to discover very interesting answers. In A Book of Questions, Jane G. Meyer leads kids through a pint-sized Socratic exercise in questioning the nature of the universe. Paired with Lucia Salemi&’s whimsical illustrations, these questions are sure to get kids thinking, and coming up with new questions of their own. &“A Book of Questions is a delightful little book that really represents many of the questions percolating in the minds of children, and beautifully eccentric adults. After all who doesn&’t want to know what color a yawn is?&” —Annalisa Boyd, author of The Ascetic Lives of MothersLiving With My Friend 'GAD'
Par Brendan Coulson. 2023
Empower young readers with tools to navigate Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) through this enchanting tale. With captivating illustrations and relatable…
prose, we follow Poppy and her unique imaginary friend, GAD. As Poppy learns to cope with her anxiety, she’s aided by her loving parents, the wise Mr. Purple, and the enchanting Miss Sparkle. This story reassures children that they’re not alone in their struggles and introduces them to transformative strategies. With GAD as a potential superpower, the techniques shared by Miss Sparkle can be embraced by parents and caregivers to further support their child’s journey. A portion of the proceeds of this book are donated to Young Minds to support their vision for change, and to ensure that no young person feels alone with their mental health. To find out more visit: www.youngminds.org.uk [https://www.youngminds.org.uk/ ]Practical Magic for Kids: Your Guide to Crystals, Horoscopes, Dreams, and More
Par Nikki Van De Car. 2022
From the bestselling author of The Junior Witch's Handbook comes an introduction to the charmed world of magic—featuring enchanted information…
on crystals, horoscopes, dreams, and more! From sparkly crystals and healing plants to the constellations that move across the night sky, the world is full of magic! In Practical Magic for Kids, author Nikki Van De Car teaches readers ages eight to twelve about the magic all around them. Kids will learn how to interpret their horoscopes, read their friends' palms, decode their dreams, and so much more in this approachable, age-appropriate guide. Full-color illustrations throughout will help young mystics explore the magic in plants, tarot cards, and even themselves, in chapters on: Chakras Auras Crystals Plant-based Magic Magical Holidays Magic Spells Tarot Astrology Palmistry Dream Interpretation An enchanted glossary and resources for further reading will help build upon the spark of magic.The Junior Tarot Reader's Handbook: A Kid's Guide to Reading Cards (The Junior Handbook Series)
Par Nikki Van De Car. 2022
Learn how to read tarot cards and understand what the past, present, and future have to say about your life,…
especially as it pertains to friendships, family, and school. From Nikki Van De Car, author of The Junior Witch&’s Handbook and The Junior Astrologer&’s Handbook, this third book in the Junior Handbook series teaches young readers how to use tarot to get answers to questions about life, friendships, family, school, and more. The book offers a step-by-step guide to everything from how to choose a deck to how to do a reading and includes detailed explanations of what each card in a tarot deck represents and how to apply these meanings to your own life. Maybe you need to focus more at school or examine how you've been treating your friends. Perhaps you simply need more love and support from family. Whatever the need, whatever the question, let the cards be a source of wisdom in how to handle anything that comes your way. With beautiful illustrations from Uta Krogmann, this is an empowering guide of self-discovery. Whether reading on your own or with friends, The Junior Tarot Reader's Handbook is the perfect guide for budding mystics.The Scene of the Crime, Grades 5 - 9 (Travel to...)
Par Lisa Kurkov. 2024
A life of crime doesn't pay—and yet thousands of crimes are committed every day across the country. What crimes stand…
out in history and why? Learn about some of the most bizarre and famous American crimes and how their locations have become a part of the fabric of our country in Scene of the Crime, part of the Travel to… book series.Crime scenes are found all across America—from sites of unforgivable events to the locations of shocking criminal actions. In this nonfiction book, readers will learn about some of the most notable crime scenes in America, and explore how we define the idea of crime in a society.True Crime Book for Grades 5-9 Features:Before- and after-reading activitiesExtension activityMap showing where readers have traveled to in the bookAbout Rourke Educational Media:We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!A Kids Book About Love (A Kids Book)
Par Ziggy Marley. 2023
Learn about love and the power it has to transform the world!This is a kids book about love. Love is…
powerful. The truth of it is that love has the power to change the world for the better. By keeping love where it belongs-up front and centre-anger, misunderstanding, and division don't stand a chance. This book teaches children aged 5-9 about the power of love and its healing, compassionate, and kind nature. Open up a conversation about the simplicity and strength of love that can inspire and guide you each and every day.A Kids Book About Love features: - A large and bold, yet minimalist font design that allows kids freedom to imagine themselves in the words on the pages.- A friendly, approachable, yet empowering, kid-appropriate tone throughout.- An incredible and diverse group of authors in the series who are experts or have first-hand experience of the topic.Tackling important discourse together! The A Kids Book About series are best used when read together. Helping to kickstart challenging, empowering, and important conversations for kids and their grownups through beautiful and thought-provoking pages. The series supports an incredible and diverse group of authors, who are either experts in their field, or have first-hand experience on the topic. A Kids Co. is a new kind of media company enabling kids to explore big topics in a new and engaging way. With a growing series of books, podcasts and blogs, made to empower. Learn more about us online by searching for A Kids Co.DK Readers L2: What is the President's Job? (DK Readers Level 2)
Par Allison Singer, Dk. 2017
Find out what the president does as you learn about the executive branch of government and see what a day…
in the life of the commander in chief is really like.This leveled DK Reader will build reading skills while teaching exciting political vocabulary and showing how the leader of the United States helps decide the country's laws, what traditions the president takes part in, and how the POTUS meets with other countries to make sure there is peace and goodwill.Travel to Washington, DC, and take a sneak peek inside the Oval Office to see what it takes to be president in What is the President's Job?Perfect for 5–7 year olds beginning to read fluently with support, Level 2 titles contain carefully selected photographic images to complement the text, providing strong visual clues to build vocabulary and confidence. Additional information spreads are full of extra fun facts, developing the topics through a range of nonfiction presentation styles such as diagrams and activities.DK Readers L3: Meet Real-Life Heroes! (DK Readers Level 3)
Par Camilla Gersh. 2016
What's your emergency? From flashing lights and blaring sirens to K-9 units and EMTs, emergency services have vital roles in…
saving lives. Find out what it takes to respond to an emergency in Emergency Rescue.Learn police officers' secret radio code, look at a firefighter's daily schedule, and hear what emergency dispatchers say on the phone. Make sure you are prepared for an emergency and that you know who to call!Emergency Rescue shows how hard emergency responders, police officers, and firefighters work to save lives, and the important work they do to keep everyone safe.Perfect for 7–9 year olds starting to read alone, Level 3 titles include in-depth information presented through more complex sentence structure with increasing amount of text to expand the reader's general knowledge and confidence in reading. Additional information spreads are full of extra facts, developing the topics through a range of nonfiction presentation styles, such as fliers, instructions, and record-breaker statistics.Lexile measure: 800 Fountas and Pinnell Text Level Gradient: OTrusted by parents, teachers, and librarians, and loved by kids, DK's leveled reading series is now revised and updated. With shiny new jackets and brand new nonfiction narrative content on the topics kids love, each book is written and reviewed by literacy experts, and contains a glossary and index making them the perfect choice for helping develop strong reading habits for kids ages 3–11.Wonderfully Wired Brains: An Introduction to the World of Neurodiversity
Par Louise Gooding. 2023
An informative and inclusive children&’s guide to neurodiversity for those not in the know and to inspire children who are…
neurodivergent.Our brains are unique in the way they function, work, and think. Neurodiversity is still a relatively &’new&’ concept that can be tricky to understand, but this book is here to help! This inspirational book written by neurodiverse author Louise Gooding challenges misconceptions and shows how neurodivergent brains work a little differently. It is common for neurodiverse people and those with neurological differences to feel as though they don&’t fit in, but their extraordinary differences should be embraced. Wonderfully Wired Brains teaches children aged 7-9 all about the awesome abilities that neurodiverse individuals have, introduces them to advocates who are challenging neurodiversity stereotypes, and most importantly gives them a safe space to feel accepted.This informative and educational book for children features: - Accurate, understandable explanations of diagnoses that impact the brain, including each area of neurodiversity and what it can or does mean for anyone with that particular neurological difference.- A positive, friendly look at neurodiverse brains that debunks myths and stereotypes.- Informative, inclusive text is accompanied by colorful, modern illustrations.- The font and colors used have been selected to accommodate a range of neurodiverse readers.Combining neurodiverse experiences with science, history, and brain-bursting facts, Wonderfully Wired Brains has something for everyone! Whether your child is neurodiverse or not, this book will inspire inquisitive young readers and show them that no two brains function in the same way and that everyone&’s differences should be celebrated. There really is no other book like it.Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Inspiring Young Changemakers (Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls)
Par Jess Harriton, Maithy Vu, Bindi Irwin. 2022
The fifth volume of the best-selling Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls series, 100 Inspiring Young Changemakers, shines a spotlight…
on extraordinary young women who are making their mark on the world today.Readers will celebrate well-known women, like Greta Thunberg, Bethany Hamilton, Bindi Irwin, Zendaya, and the Linda Lindas, and meet up-and-coming powerhouses like inventor Vinisha Umashankar, fashion designer Marine Serre, stuntwoman Sadiqua Bynum, filmmaker Taegen Yardley, poet Alexandra Huynh, and environmental activist Helena Gualinga. The girls and women in the book come from different countries and backgrounds and have a wide array of interests and accomplishments. Barrier-breaking performer Keke Palmer became the youngest talk show host in US history. Entrepreneur Mikaila Ulmer founded a lemonade company to help save honeybees. Brazilian skateboarder Rayssa Leal turned a hobby into an Olympic dream. And British body positivity advocate Megan Jayne Crabbe and Indigenous artist Te Manaia Jennings inspire kids to keep their minds healthy. Each story is told in the whimsical fairy tale style that has made the series a success and is paired with a bold, full-page portrait. With a foreword by conservationist and TV personality Bindi Irwin, the book features the work of authors, artists, and editors aged 30 and under. In addition to showcasing the stories of incredible young people, more than 60 young female or nonbinary artists from all over the world contributed original artwork to the book.DK Readers L3: Spies! (DK Readers Level 3)
Par Richard Platt. 2013
Explore the history of espionage with the DK Reader Spies! Meet the famous and the infamous—the agents and the double agents.…
Infiltrate the FBI, CIA, and KGB, and follow the evolution of the tools of the trade, including industrial spying and computer hackers.Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With DK Readers, children will learn to read—then read to learn!If your child fascinated with pirates? Eye Wonder: Pirates is the perfect tool to encourage your child to explore and…
learn about the subjects that already hold an interest — and pirates are fascinating to children and adults alike! Eye Wonder: Pirates is packed with pictures and activities to appeal to visual learners, and the book takes us right into the fascinating world of pirates! Learn about pirate ships and pirate weapons, see what life was like on the deck of a pirate ship, and discover what it really meant to "walk the plank"! From the corsairs and Blackbeard, right up to modern pirates, Eye Wonder: Pirates has it all! We've added eight pages of new activities to keep your child engaged, too. Visual learners and readers alike will love exploring and learning through Eye Wonder: Pirates. These books are designed to teach through pictures and a visual approach, encouraging curiosity in young, school-age children. We've added games, activities, and quizzes to engage children even more — Eye Wonder: Pirates activities are designed to teach kids to both remember more of what they've learned, and learn to research when they want to know more, teaching general study skills as well as pirate-specific knowledge. Learn about science, history, and the natural world through beautiful photography and lively, age-appropriate text. The Eye Wonder series organizes information in a way that's easy to search, easy to read, and easy to learn.A Kids Book About Money: Kids Are Ready (A Kids Book)
Par Adam Stramwasser. 2019
A simple framework for what money is and how to use it wisely.This is a kids book about money. Money…
is one of those things EVERYONE has to deal with in their life, but few of us have learned much about it. There may not be a more important topic for grownups to teach kids about than money. This book is a suitable way to introduce the topic to kids aged 5-9. It covers what money is, how to earn it, and how to use it wisely. Develop your child's financial skills in managing money including saving, budgeting and spending.A Kids Book About Money features: - A large and bold, yet minimalist font design that allows kids freedom to imagine themselves in the words on the pages.- A friendly, approachable, yet empowering, kid-appropriate tone throughout.- An incredible and diverse group of authors in the series who are experts or have first-hand experience of the topic.Tackling important discourse together! The A Kids Book About series are best used when read together. Helping to kickstart challenging, empowering, and important conversations for kids and their grownups through beautiful and thought-provoking pages. The series supports an incredible and diverse group of authors, who are either experts in their field, or have first-hand experience on the topic. A Kids Co. is a new kind of media company enabling kids to explore big topics in a new and engaging way. With a growing series of books, podcasts and blogs, made to empower. Learn more about us online by searching for A Kids Co.Life Skills
Par Keilly Swift. 2021
A beautifully illustrated book that covers the essential life skills that kids need to knowDiscover how you can become the…
awesome person you want to be with this guide to essential life skills for kids. This life book tackles the difficulties that kids face and helps prepare them for whatever the future may hold.Inside the pages of your essential life skills book, you&’ll discover: • Life skills education is an important topic, especially for children, as highlighted by the World Health Organization (WHO) • Beautiful illustrations accompanied by stunning photography help to engage readers to digest complex topics like understanding body language and decision making • Topics that drill down into all the different aspects of life skills education for 7–9-year-olds, such as communication, solving problems, making decisions, understanding yourself and others, critical thinking skills, and coping in difficult times • Practical advice on how to think up solutions for difficult problems, how to work with other people as a team, and how to write a feelings diary using mindfulness An illustrated guide book for kids that includes practical advice and real-life examples that teach problem-solving, how to make good decisions, and excellent communication skills. Kids will learn how to better understand themselves and others, as well as create coping strategies for difficult situations. Kids can work through engaging activities like making mind maps, thinking about body language, and putting themselves in someone else&’s shoes. Developing life skills not only leads to better prospects at school and in a future career, but it also gives young people higher self-esteem to aim for a bright, secure and happy future.DK Readers L3: Spies! (DK Readers Level 3)
Par Richard Platt. 2013
Explore the history of espionage with the DK Reader Spies! Meet the famous and the infamous—the agents and the double agents.…
Infiltrate the FBI, CIA, and KGB, and follow the evolution of the tools of the trade, including industrial spying and computer hackers.Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With DK Readers, children will learn to read—then read to learn!DK Readers L2: What is the President's Job? (DK Readers Level 2)
Par Allison Singer, Dk. 2017
Find out what the president does as you learn about the executive branch of government and see what a day…
in the life of the commander in chief is really like.This leveled DK Reader will build reading skills while teaching exciting political vocabulary and showing how the leader of the United States helps decide the country's laws, what traditions the president takes part in, and how the POTUS meets with other countries to make sure there is peace and goodwill.Travel to Washington, DC, and take a sneak peek inside the Oval Office to see what it takes to be president in What is the President's Job?Perfect for 5–7 year olds beginning to read fluently with support, Level 2 titles contain carefully selected photographic images to complement the text, providing strong visual clues to build vocabulary and confidence. Additional information spreads are full of extra fun facts, developing the topics through a range of nonfiction presentation styles such as diagrams and activities.Calm: Mindfulness for Kids (Mindfulness for Kids)
Par Wynne Kinder. 2019
Teach your kids how to focus their thoughts and notice the world around them with this fun mindfulness kids activity…
book.Mindfulness activities are a great way to teach children about their thoughts and feelings and how to understand them--while having fun at the same time.This book is packed with activities--make a mindfulness jar, learn how to appreciate food with mindful eating, and get out into nature and explore the outside world. An illustrated journal section at the back of the book encourages children to make notes about their own thoughts and feelingsCalm: Mindfulness for Kids has everything you need to know about focusing your child's mind to help them enjoy and appreciate things that they take for granted every day, while boosting their confidence and self-esteem. Children are guided through each activity, to make sure they achieve maximum enjoyment and awareness. All children will learn and react to each activity in a different way and parent's notes give advice on how to encourage children to embrace mindfulness in the modern world. Each specially designed activity is flexible for each child's needs and inspires them to seek calmness and tranquility in all situations. Calm: Mindfulness for Kids shows that supporting a child's positive mental health doesn't need to be expensive, time-consuming, or difficult. Activities help children to de-stress, focus, and get moving while having fun.Dear Rebel: 145 Women Share Their Best Advice for the Girls of Today
Par Rebel Girls. 2023
More than 125 extraordinary teens and women share their advice, experiences, and the secrets of their success—in their own words.…
Through letters, poems, essays, self-portraits, and more, the authors tackle topics like overcoming obstacles, discovering your passion, and dreaming big.Learn how Ms. Marvel actor Iman Vellani connected with her roots through her character. Read about how March for our Lives co-founder Jaclyn Corin found her voice as an activist. Follow mountaineer Carla Pérez on the final 100 meters to the top of Mount Everest. This rich collection of first-person stories has something for everyone, inspiring young readers to try new things, face their fears, and be themselves.Dear Rebel includes contributions from:Samantha BarryJill CultonMelinda French GatesLaurene Powell JobsMaria Teresa KumarPhilomena KwaoGeetha MuraliCatt SadlerRandi Zuckerberg. . . and many more! Plus, scannable codes let you listen to bonus audio stories in the Rebel Girls app.The Secrets of Astrology
Par Dk. 2020
Discover the hidden meaning of stars in this first introduction to astrology for children.Secrets of Astrology tells you all you…
want to know about astrology, from the meaning of zodiac signs, to how to read a birth chart. Simple, readable text clearly explains the origins of astrology, the role of the planets, and the significance of the 12 Houses.Young astrologers are guided through all of the different zodiac signs, and can learn more about themselves in the process. Bold, colorful illustrations bring key concepts to life, and make this the perfect addition to your bookshelf. This book is the perfect gift for budding astrologers, or those who love the night sky.DK Readers L3: Meet Real-Life Heroes! (DK Readers Level 3)
Par Camilla Gersh. 2016
What's your emergency? From flashing lights and blaring sirens to K-9 units and EMTs, emergency services have vital roles in…
saving lives. Find out what it takes to respond to an emergency in Emergency Rescue.Learn police officers' secret radio code, look at a firefighter's daily schedule, and hear what emergency dispatchers say on the phone. Make sure you are prepared for an emergency and that you know who to call!Emergency Rescue shows how hard emergency responders, police officers, and firefighters work to save lives, and the important work they do to keep everyone safe.Perfect for 7–9 year olds starting to read alone, Level 3 titles include in-depth information presented through more complex sentence structure with increasing amount of text to expand the reader's general knowledge and confidence in reading. Additional information spreads are full of extra facts, developing the topics through a range of nonfiction presentation styles, such as fliers, instructions, and record-breaker statistics.Lexile measure: 800 Fountas and Pinnell Text Level Gradient: OTrusted by parents, teachers, and librarians, and loved by kids, DK's leveled reading series is now revised and updated. With shiny new jackets and brand new nonfiction narrative content on the topics kids love, each book is written and reviewed by literacy experts, and contains a glossary and index making them the perfect choice for helping develop strong reading habits for kids ages 3–11.