Ages 4 & Under

Ana & Andrew travel to visit their grandparents in Savannah, Georgia. While they are there, they learn Grandma and Grandpa's church was built by slaves. With some help from an unusual source! 

Ana & Andrew are excited when Grandma comes to stay. During her visit, the family tours the Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture and learns about important African American achievements. 

During Carnival, Ana & Andrew travel to visit their family on the island of Trinidad. They love watching the parade and dancing to the music. This year, they learn how their ancestors helped create the holiday! 

Ana & Andrew are getting a new pet! They research different pets before choosing the best pet for their family. Then they pick a name for it! With the name Ana & Andrew choose, they learn from a famous African American that skin color does not...

Ana & Andrew are expecting a sibling! The family is very excited. Mama's family arrives from Trinidad, and everyone helps to get ready. When the baby arrives, Ana & Andrew learn from Granny that in African American culture, a baby's name often...

Ana & Andrew are learning to play the violin! They are excited to join the youth orchestra. At first it is fun. But when they start to lose interest, Ana & Andrew learn from an important African American about the importance of practicing. 

Ana & Andrew are going to Ghana! Papa is travelling to Ghana and the family gets to go too! Ana & Andrew love learning about Ghanaian culture, especially the food! While there, they visit Cape Coast Castle to honor their ancestors. There, they...

Papa surprises Ana & Andrew with a day trip to Harlem in New York City! They visit places where famous African American artists lived, wrote, and played during the Harlem Renaissance. On the way home, they make some art of their own! 

Ana & Andrew get to start a backyard garden! They go along to the nursery to pick up peanut seedlings. While they're planting, Mama and Papa tell them about one of the first African American botanists, George Washington Carver. 

For Black History Month, Ana & Andrew join a research group at the Community Center. They learn many interesting things about Martin Luther King Jr.! Later, with the help of some other children, they make one of Martin's famous dreams come true. 

Help young readers learn about the creatures that they can visit with Zoo Animals! The book introduces readers to animals that live and play right in their neighborhoods. It features large, colorful photographs and easytoread words for beginning readers...

Help young readers learn about animals that can breathe underwater and swim with Water Animals! The book introduces readers to animals that live and play right in their neighborhoods. It features large, colorful photographs and easytoread words for...

Help young readers learn about animals that scuttle and crawl with SixLegged Animals! The book introduces readers to animals that live and play right in their neighborhoods. It features large, colorful photographs and easytoread words for beginning...

Help young readers learn about the animals in their lives with Pet Animals! The book introduces readers to animals that live and play right in their neighborhoods. It features large, colorful photographs and easytoread words for beginning readers or...

Help young readers learn about mammals with Furry Animals! The book introduces readers to animals that live and play right in their neighborhoods. It features large, colorful photographs and easytoread words for beginning readers or those who can't read...

Help young readers learn about flying birds with Feathered Animals! The book introduces readers to animals that live and play right in their neighborhoods. It features large, colorful photographs and easytoread words for beginning readers or those who...

Help young readers learn about animals around them with Farm Animals! The book introduces readers to animals that live and play right in their neighborhoods. It features large, colorful photographs and easytoread words for beginning readers or those who...

Help young readers learn about animals who live in dry climates with Desert Animals! The book introduces readers to animals that live and play right in their neighborhoods. It features large, colorful photographs and easytoread words for beginning...

Help young readers learn about the more colorful creatures in the animal kingdom with Colorful Animals! The book introduces readers to animals that live and play right in their neighborhoods. It features large, colorful photographs and easytoread words...

Help young readers learn about the animals around them with Backyard Animals! The book introduces readers to animals that live and play right in their neighborhoods. It features large, colorful photographs and easytoread words for beginning readers or...

Kangaroo is one small animal in a big, wonderful world, and each day brings a new adventure. Playful, rhyming text and lively imagery help beginning readers follow along as Kangaroo explores her world and makes friends along the way. Titles Included: ...

When I'm really tired sometimes I stretch and out comes a big yawn! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of hiccups. Learn how they happen, what can be done to stop yawning, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect...

When I play outside, sweat starts to roll down my face. Drip, drip, drop! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of sweat. Learn how it happens, why it keeps you healthy, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect fit...

It has been a while since I've eaten. I'm hungry and suddenly--growl! Explore the silly body science of stomach growls. Learn how they happen, when your stomach might growl, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect fit for budding...

Sometimes when I sniff a flower, I get a tickle that just won't stop. Then, suddenly--achoo! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of sneezes. Learn how they happen, why sneezes are healthy, and more. Lively text and bright layouts...

Sometimes when I eat too quickly I--hic! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of hiccups. Learn how they happen, what can be done to stop hiccupping, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect fit for budding...

After a big meal, sometimes my tummy feels funny. And then--pfft! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of farts. Learn how they happen, how often they happen, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect fit for...

Where did Mr. Octopus go? Join the animal friends as they try to find Mr. Octopus during a game of hide and seek. Colorful illustrations and cute characters invite young readers to recognize details and identify hidden images! Reading tips and help...

Say cheese! Join Mr. Octopus and friends as they take pictures with their new camera. Colorful illustrations and cute characters encourage young readers to pay attention to detail be themselves! Reading tips and help enrich the learning experience, while...

Everyone is good at something! Join Mr. Octopus and friends as they showcase their unique talents. Colorful illustrations and cute characters introduce young readers to celebrating ourselves and having fun! Reading tips and help enrich the learning...

Mr. Octopus wants to make music! Join the animal friends as they make sounds using everyday objects. Colorful illustrations and cute characters introduce young readers to patterns, onomatopoeia, and making music! Reading tips and help enrich the learning...

It's fun to be creative! Join Mr. Octopus and friends as they use their special skills to create works of art. Colorful illustrations and cute characters introduce young readers to different art styles and the importance of creativity! Reading tips and...

Mr. Octopus feels like dancing! Join in on the fun as he and his friends share their favorite dance moves. Colorful illustrations and cute characters introduce young readers to fun dances and the importance of moving their bodies while encouraging...

It’s raining today! Join Mr. Octopus as he gives out umbrellas to his animal friends. Colorful illustrations and cute characters introduce young readers to colors, matching, and staying dry! Reading tips and help enrich the learning experience, while...

Today is Mr. Octopus’s birthday! Join the animal friends as they put on the perfect party for his big day. Colorful illustrations and cute characters introduce young readers to counting, telling time, and celebrating! Reading tips and help enrich the...

In Yellow, emergent readers learn to spot and identify the color yellow in everyday objects. Carefully crafted text uses high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references to support emergent readers, ensuring reading...

In Red, emergent readers learn to spot and count red shapes and objects around them. Carefully crafted text uses high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references to support emergent readers, ensuring reading success by...

In Purple, emergent readers learn to spot and count purple shapes and objects around them. Carefully crafted text uses high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references to support emergent readers, ensuring reading success...

In Pink, emergent readers learn to spot and count pink shapes and objects around them. Carefully crafted text uses high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references to support emergent readers, ensuring reading success by...

In Orange, emergent readers learn to spot and identify the color orange in everyday objects. Carefully crafted text uses high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references to support emergent readers, ensuring reading...