Nonfiction

Find out how a push for fair working conditions launched a civil rights movement that changed the country. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in...

Perfect for annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations, this book explores the history that brought so many people and cultures together into a shared heritage. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx Histories series explores moments and eras in...

Learn how policy has shaped opportunity for American immigrants. Readers will understand what a "Dreamer" is and why they may hear that term in the news or their community. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx American series explores the issues...

Find out how political status and the way we talk about it affect lives in the Latinx community. This title explores the nature of migration, its role in the history of civilization, and the rights and dignity inalienable to all people. The Racial...

Explore the vocabuary of identity in this book that helps make sense of the meaning behind cultural labels. Readers will explore the history behind the terms Latinx, Latino, and Hispanic and consider how and why they are used. The Racial Justice in...

Inspirada en el bestseller #1 del New York Times Ella persistió / She Persisted de Chelsea Clinton y Alexandra Boiger, llega esta serie en Chapter Books sobre mujeres que sobresalieron, lucharon y se levantaron contra viento y marea, como Pura Belpré. ...

Explores the history and culture of the Maya Civilization. Eye-catching photos, fascinating sidebars, and a "Contributions" special feature guide readers through the rise and fall of this great civilization, focusing on the people and accomplishments...

Explores the history and culture of the Inca Civilization. Eye-catching photos, fascinating sidebars, and a "Contributions" special feature guide readers through the rise and fall of this great civilization, focusing on the people and accomplishments...

"The Elephant Doctor of India is the heart-quickening true story of a boy who loved elephants and grew up to forge a maverick path to help them. Dramatic, moving, and packed with fascinating elephant facts, young readers will find inspiration and...

Kirkus Reviews Best Children's BookThis thrilling and terrifying true story of the 1879 search for the North Pole follows the frightening fates of the USS Jeannette crew as disaster strikes -- and the men battle to survive two years bound by ice. In the...

*Discover the important history of California's migrant workers and their strike for fair wages during the Delano grape strike in the 1960's*Learn about Latino civil rights activist César Chávez and Filipino-American labor organizer Larry Itliong*From...

A Robert F. Sibert Honor BookALSC Notable Children's BookA BCCB Blue RibbonHorn Book Fanfare 20242025 NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Book WinnerNPR's Books We Love List 2024New York Public Library Best Book 2024Chicago Public Library Best of the Best...

Everybody cries! In this picture book, children learn how crying can help them and ways to cope with challenging feelings. Everyone cries. Sometimes the tears are happy ones; often, though, they come from sadness or frustration. "If you're sad or upset,...

Teach kids that teasing animals isn't nice, they can choose to be kind to animals, and it's important to ask before touching someone's pet. Pets may not have words, but they can communicate. Paying attention to an animal's cues--a joyful bark, a scary...

Children learn boundaries and safety when using screens, and fun things to do when screens are off. As important as screens are in our lives, we all need to unplug, especially children. This reassuring English-Spanish bilingual picture book offers...

A picture book that tells the important story of Chico Mendes, who led the fight to protect the Amazon rainforest and demand fair treatment for the people whose livelihoods depended on it Chico Mendes lived in the depths of the Amazon rainforest where...

An inspiring picture book about Rosa Bonheur, the most famous female painter of her century, published to coincide with the 200th anniversary of the artist's birth In a stunning ode to underrepresented women everywhere, award-winning illustrator Ruth...

A picture book that tells the important story of Chico Mendes, who led the fight to protect the Amazon rainforest and demand fair treatment for the people whose livelihoods depended on it. Chico Mendes lived in the depths of the Amazon rainforest where...

"I was struck by how beautifully D'Aquino's renderings capture the spirit of Asawa's work." --The New York Times Book Review"Through this picture-book contribution, not only will Asawa's art reach a new audience, but her artistic practice will inspire...

Pura Belpré Illustrator Award Honor - American Library Association (ALA)With vibrant illustrations by Caldecott Medal winner David Diaz, The Pot that Juan Builtis sure to enlighten all who are fascinated by traditional art forms, Mexican culture, and the...

In this moving narrative poem for children ages 10-15, ten-year-old Jimena Perez recounts her life in El Salvador, the trip north with her mother to avoid being recruited by gangs and their eventual detention and separation by INS.

In this autobiographical work for intermediate readers, former astronaut Jose M. Hernandez shares his journey from farmworker to spaceman.

Children's Literature Legacy Award winner and Young People's Poet Laureate Carole Boston Weatherford and award-winning illustrator James E. Ransome use key moments from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life to inspire future generations to stand up for...

A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection An impeccably researched, touching true story of the kindness of strangers around the world following World War II from a bestselling author and award-winning illustrator. On one side of the ocean, a war...

A mighty river. A long history. For thousands of years, the Elwha River flowed north through the Pacific Northwest, sharing its gifts with the animals, plants, and people along its banks. The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, who call themselves the Strong...

"A not-to-be-missed, inspirational book about courage, heart, and the necessity of caring for others."--Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Stars of the Night recounts the powerful true story of the 669 children who traveled as part of the Czech...

From an eminent storyteller, this powerful, simply told, beautifully illustrated picture book recounts a rare story of survival during the Holocaust. One day, a Hungarian-French Jew and his father were rounded up by Nazis and brought to a prison camp...

Two everyday superheroes set out to save the world--starting with their school--in an exciting new middle-grade graphic series from two award-winning authors and a debut illustrator. When cousins Riley Halfmoon and Maya Dawn move to Urbanopolis to live...

The story of one of the world's most famous diamonds--stolen from South Asia during colonization and now among the crown jewels in London--is a call to action for readers to decolonize and hold their heads high. The Kohinoor diamond, one of the most...

A buoyant, breathtaking poem from Juan Felipe Herrera--brilliantly illustrated by Caldecott Honoree Lauren Castillo--speaks to every dreaming heart. Have you ever imagined what you might be when you grow up? When he was very young, Juan Felipe Herrera...

The Racial Justice in America: Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Atrocities in Action explores the various forms of violent and cruel oppression Black...

The Racial Justice in America: Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Jim Crow and Policing explores the unjust laws and law enforcement policies Black...

The Racial Justice in America: Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Tulsa Race Riots and the Red Summer of 1919 explores the events in a comprehensive,...

German English Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or German as their second language.It's the summer holidays, and Mark is looking forward to having a big adventure!But when his Mom and Dad announce that the family is going on a...

German English Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or German as their second language.It's the summer holidays, and Mark is looking forward to having a big adventure!But when his Mom and Dad announce that the family is going on a...

English German Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or German as their second language.It's the summer holidays. Mark and his family are going on a camping trip.Will Mark overcome his fear of the dark and be able to enjoy the...

German English Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or German as their second language.This book about gratitude teaches kids to see the good in everything. Danny tells Dad about his day and describes everything that happened...

German English Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or German as their second language.This book about gratitude teaches kids to see the good in everything. Danny tells Dad about his day and describes everything that happened...

English German Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or German as their second language.This book about gratitude teaches kids to see the good in everything. Danny tells Dad about his day and describes everything that happened...

English German Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or German as their second language.This book about gratitude teaches kids to see the good in everything. Danny tells Dad about his day and describes everything that happened...