Regional Curations

"I love this sad, beautiful, hopeful book." --Kathleen Glasgow, New York Times bestselling author of Girl in Pieces and How to Make Friends With the Dark For fans of Nina LaCour and Jennifer Niven, a richly layered novel that's both uplifting and...

It's market day for Samira and her grandma! The bazaar is crowded, but this sweet pair knows how to stick together in this silly picture book set in Iran. Mama Shamsi is off to the market, and today, Samira gets to go with her! Samira loves spending time...

Ancient. Beautiful. Rugged. Welcome to Iran! In this bright, exciting book, young readers will travel to this amazing country without ever leaving their homes or classrooms. During their journey, they will learn all about Iran's land, history, cities,...

Why did Harry Styles eat a water scorpion? What does he do when he can't sleep? Readers will find out these answers and more of everything they're dying to know about Harry Styles. High-interest details and bold photos of his fascinating life will...

Tag along with the Timekeepers in these history-themed adventure stories to discover amazing people and events that shaped our world.Meet the Timekeepers, a secret organization of kids who keep the course of history on track - and history needs them! A...

Tag along with the Timekeepers in these history-themed adventure stories to discover amazing people and events that shaped our world.Meet the Timekeepers, a secret organization of kids who keep the course of history on track - and history needs them! A...

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Explores the baseball career of Nelson Cruz and his place in the rich history of Latino MLB players.

Explores the baseball career of Miguel Cabrera and his place in the rich history of Latino MLB players.

Explores the baseball career of Jose Altuve and his place in the rich history of Latino MLB players.

Step back in time, and discover the lives samurai led through labeled graphics, fun facts, and age-appropriate text that separates fact from fiction while keeping readers interested and engaged.

Inca mummies hold fascinating secrets. They teach us hidden facts about the past. This narrative nonfiction book examines Inca mummies and the mummification process. Look inside to uncover these ancient treasures! Each book includes a table of contents,...

"Stroud is a genius." --Rick Riordan The now notorious outlaws Scarlett and Browne are back in their second death-defying adventure--and this time it's not just their own lives on the line. . . . Albert and Scarlett are a formidable pair. With his...

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Salt to the Sea and Between Shades of Gray comes a gripping, extraordinary portrait of love, silence, and secrets under a Spanish dictatorship. Madrid, 1957. Under the fascist dictatorship of General...

Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, Tour de France in the Global Citizens: Sports series explores the topic through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. As they read, students will develop questions about the...

Liliane Leila Juma was sixteen years old when her family home in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was destroyed by rebel soldiers. She gives an account of her life before and after her family was torn apart. Maison Rouge is a story of war and...

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What is it like to live in or visit South Africa? What makes South Africa's culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of South Africans.

Explores the Tet Offensive of the Vietnam War. Authoritative text, colorful illustrations, illuminating sidebars, and questions to prompt critical thinking make this an exciting and informative read.

Explores the Invasion of Normandy of World War II. Authoritative text, colorful illustrations, illuminating sidebars, and questions to prompt critical thinking make this an exciting and informative read.

Hola! Take a trip to Mexico and find out what makes this country special. Learn about the food, animals, and culture of the United States' southern neighbor with full-color photographs, age-appropriate text, and more. Mexico may be nearby, but this...

South America is a remarkable continent, with its lush Amazon rain forest and its vibrant cities. But did you know that South America has the world's highest waterfall? Or that a South American desert is the driest on Earth? Learn more about the diverse...

It is 1945, and thirteen-year-old Gwen has been a prisoner at the Weihsien Internment Camp in northern China for nearly two and a half years. Gwen is one of 140 children who were enrolled at a boarding school in Chefoo when the Japanese Imperial Army...

This book provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Ethiopia. All books of the critically-acclaimed Cultures of the World(R) series...

In this simple, touching picture book about the healing power of a loving community, a girl's grandpa and her neighbors help her grow an olive tree in a war-torn land. A BOOKLIST BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Salam's grandpa says that olive trees are strong and...

In this simple, touching picture book about the healing power of a loving community, a girl's grandpa and her neighbors help her grow an olive tree in a war-torn land. A BOOKLIST BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Salam's grandpa says that olive trees are strong and...

Action! Humor! Fantasy! "Kicking off a new series with a bang (several bangs, in fact), Stroud sends two young fugitives with murky pasts fleeing murderous pursuers across a fractured future Britain." --Kirkus Reviews, starredScarlett McCain is a...

A New York Times Notable Children's Books selection. The moving story of one boy's refugee experience in the Syrian Civil War and the birds who help him on the road to emotional healing Behind Sami, the Syrian skyline is full of smoke. The boy follows...

Cristiano Ronaldo is the world's top soccer player. But what happens when he's not scoring on the pitch? High-interest details and bold photos of his fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully leveled text will leave...

What is it like to live in or visit South Africa? What makes South Africa's culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of South Africans.

What is it like to live in or visit Japan? What makes Japan's culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of the Japanese people.

What is it like to live in or visit Japan? What makes Japan's culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of the Japanese people.

What is it like to live in or visit Germany? What makes Germany's culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Germans.

What is it like to live in or visit Germany? What makes Germany's culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Germans.

An investigative approach to the curious phenomena and mysterious circumstances surrounding the Great Sphinx, from historical legends to archaeological findings to hard facts.

Let's take a trip to India! What makes this Asian country unique? Find out as you immerse yourself in the country's food, culture, animals, and sports. Full-color photographs will help readers experience India up close, while lively, carefully leveled...

There are lots of different places to visit in the world! Have you ever been on an island? What would it be like to live on one? Take a trip to tropical Cuba and learn about the history and culture of this Caribbean country. Full-color photographs and...

Every country has its own awesome attractions. What makes China special? Explore China's amazing features, including the Great Wall, the many growing cities, and more. Full-color photographs and carefully leveled text bring China to life, while...

In 1941, thirteen-year-old Alice's days are filled with swimming in the Hawaiian sea, going to school, and helping watch her younger siblings. But on December 7, everything changes when she experiences an act of war, the bombing of Pearl Harbor. As the...

This enlightening biography introduces readers to Muhammad, the Prophet of Islam. Readers will learn how he grew to become the founder of Islam and an important figure in the history of the world. The interesting facts, captivating images, maps, photos,...