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? "Mihaly delivers refreshing doses of reality that will deepen any reader’s understanding of our nation’s complex history and values" – Booklist? “A visually dynamic, intellectually rigorous resource that challenges young readers to question historical narratives and recognize bias—essential for social studies curricula and media literacy instruction” – School Library Journal"Stories can dazzle, and they can deceive. America's Founding Myths teaches young people to practice the art of asking questions — not to shatter our national ideals, but to provide a sounder foundation for them. Because history, like Oz, is never exactly as it seems" – Gregory Maguire, author of Wicked"Playful, provocative, and packed with perspective" – Kirkus Reviews"Best of all, this title not only tackles our complex founding, but encourages media literacy by empowering young people to ask questions and check sources. And really, what could be more American than that?" – Betsy Bird, Librarian, @FuseEightUncover the truth behind 15 American history myths in this hilariously bold, infographic deep diveHave you ever wondered… Did Christopher Columbus REALLY discover America? What REALLY happened at the first Thanksgiving? Did Paul Revere REALLY shout “The British are coming!?" It’s time to pull the curtain back on these well-known myths to find out what REALLY happened and where these stories we’ve heard over and over again came from. Perfect for history-loving kids and educators looking to teach kids about information literacy, America’s Founding Myths is a must-have on any history lover’s shelf!Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with this exploration of the best-known stories about the founding of the United States. Interactive extras including silly speech bubbles, gatefolds, lift-the-flaps, and activities at the back make learning about American history fun and engaging for kids. Encourages information literacy by empowering young people to ask questions, think critically and check sources.

Come along with Roscoe & Ivy as Ivy explores a new food. Ivy ALWAYS wants PASTA! Pasta makes Ivy feel calm and safe. But Roscoe's veggie pizza is weird. It looks messy. It smells a little stinky. Can using her senses help Ivy feel more curious about a new foo? oscoe & Ivy series focuses on the daily life of a neurodivergent familyCreated by neurodivergent author and illustrator drawing from their own lived experiencesEndnotes offer gentle guidance on trying new foods

? "A first purchase; written and ­illustrated by neurodivergent creators, the story offers an ­affirming ­experience for many families" – School Library JournalCome along with Roscoe & Ivy as they find ways to make waiting fun. Roscoe and Ivy have to wait for Mama. The only toy in the waiting room has beads that go up . . . then down . . . then up . . . then down. BORING! Roscoe would rather sing a song or bang-bang-BANG on the fish tank. Can Ivy keep the peace until Mama comes bac? oscoe & Ivy series focuses on the daily life of a neurodivergent familyCreated by neurodivergent author and illustrator drawing from their own lived experiencesEndnotes offer gentle guidance on tolerating boredom

Can you guess the fantastical creature of the sk? rom dragons to fairies, learn about the fantastical, mythical creatures that fly in the sky. This interactive board book features mystical riddles about each creature, and as readers guess and turn the page… tiered layers cleverly slide to reveal answers! Part of the Slide-and-See Fantastical Creatures seriesInteractive format keeps kids engaged while learningIncludes fact-packed endnotes about each of the creatures featured in the book

Can you guess the fantastical creature of the se? rom mermaids to krakens, learn about the fantastical, mythical creatures that live beneath the waves. This interactive board book features mystical riddles about each creature, and as readers guess and turn the page… tiered layers cleverly slide to reveal answers! Part of the Slide-and-See Fantastical Creatures seriesInteractive format keeps kids engaged while learningIncludes fact-packed endnotes about each of the creatures featured in the book

"Focused on a child’s shifting self-image, it’s a complex exploration of autonomy, identity, and support" – Publishers WeeklyA bold story of self-discoveryVo wanted to believe that if she were a chair, she could change the world. She wanted to believe that she could choose that path for herself. Vo is a thinker and a creator and knows that she doesn't want a grumpy grown-up job. She wants to change the world, and she knows just how she’s going to do it. “When I grow up I want to be a chair!” Vo proclaims. Others don’t understand. Why would she want to be sat on? Where would she sleep? Who would want to be a chai? o believes her chair makes her world a better place, so being a chair will make the whole world even better, right? When Vo faces the path ahead of her, she can see that there may be more to her wish than she ever understood. Join Vo as she discovers that just one part of her identity doesn’t have to define her whole future, but it does give her the power to be so much more. Lively text written by Ryan Rae Harbuck, who wrote the award-winning and critically acclaimed adult memoir of the same name about her experience becoming a wheelchair user as a teenager after a car accident. Vibrant, quirky art illustrated by debut picture book illustrator Barry Lee who draws on their own experience of living with a disability. Representation of lived experience using a mobility device told through the eyes of Vo, a unique, unforgettable character.

“This series offers solid glimpses of faraway places, more poetry than a tour guide . . . evocative and inviting” – School Library JournalMbote! Betuabu! Jambo! Let's explore DR Congo! Count the fish at the market, watch the cheeky bonobos, and finish the day with a story. Even learn words in Lingala, Tshiluba, and Swahili with pronunciation guides throughout the story. Part of the Barefoot Books Our World series with over 200k copies soldWritten by Congolese author, Mel Nyoko and Congolese illustrator, Joelle AvelinoExtended endnotes provide more insights into life in DR Congo

Our bestselling global board book series, now in paperback with extended endnotes for older kids!!Hola! Let's explore Colombia! Join Bebé and Perrito as they snack on arepa con chocolate, visit the market, dance cumbia, and count whales in the waves. Even learn words in Spanish with pronunciation guides throughout the story. Part of the Barefoot Books Our World series with over 200k copies soldWritten by Colombian author, Alexandra Alessandri and Colombian illustrator, Manu MontoyaExtended endnotes provide more insights into life in Colombia

“This series offers solid glimpses of faraway places, more poetry than a tour guide . . . evocative and inviting” – School Library Journal!Buenas! Spend a day in Spain playing veo veo in the park, eating tortilla espanola for lunch, and taking a siesta under the trees. Even learn words in Spanish with pronunciation guides throughout the story. Part of the Barefoot Books Our World series with over 200k copies soldWritten by Spanish author Susanna Isern and illustrated by Spanish illustrator Teresa BellonEndnotes provide more insights into life in Spain

Our bestselling global board book series, now in paperback with extended endnotes for older kids!Discover the vibrant sights and sounds of Argentina, from morning light to city night! Snack on medialunas, explore the bustling stalls at la feria, and ride the caballito on the carousel. Even learn words in Spanish with pronunciation guides throughout the story. Part of the Barefoot Books Our World series with over 200k copies soldWritten by Argentinian author, Aixa Pérez-Prado and Argentinian illustrator, Mariana Ruiz JohnsonExtended endnotes provide more insights into life in Argentina

Young bunnies know how to do so much, but there is always more to learn!Follow young bunnies as they learn more the bigger they grow. From snuggling with their siblings, to hopping, to munching on lettuce, there is so much to learn! Part of the Barefoot Baby Animals series, this book is perfect for animal-loving babies and curious toddlers. Part of the Baby Animals seriesFeatures adorable bunnies and the ways they learn as they growEndnotes further learning with more information about how bunnies develop

Young puppies know how to do so much, but there is always more to learn!Follow puppies as they learn more the bigger they grow. From sleeping, to learning to walk, to fetching sticks, there is so much to learn! Part of the Barefoot Baby Animals series, this book is perfect for animal-loving babies and curious toddlers. Part of the Barefoot Baby Animals seriesFeatures adorable puppies and the ways they learn as they growEndnotes further learning with more information about how puppies develop

Now in our chewable, bendable, washable, and recyclable Barefoot Baby-Proof Format! Come along for baby's day! Now it's time to sleep. Snuggle up for bedtime with these calming, repeating refrains that develop baby’s early language skills and strengthen the special caregiver-child bond.   High-contrast designs and black-and-white photographs developed especially for an infant’s eye development Part of the bestselling Baby’s Day series which has sold over 1 million copies! Barefoot Baby-Proof books made from a durable, waterproof, recyclable, and nontoxic material that meets ASTM safety standards Washable and perfect for bath time

Now in our chewable, bendable, washable, and recyclable Barefoot Baby-Proof Format! Come along for baby's day! Now it's time to play. Peekaboo, I see you! Get ready to dance, build, splash and laugh together with simple, repeating refrains meant to develop baby’s early language skills and strengthen the special caregiver-child bond.   High-contrast designs and black-and-white photographs developed especially for an infant’s eye development Part of the bestselling Baby’s Day series which has sold over 1 million copies! Barefoot Baby-Proof books made from a durable, waterproof, recyclable, and nontoxic material that meets ASTM safety standards Washable and perfect for bath time

Now in our chewable, bendable, washable, and recyclable Barefoot Baby-Proof Format! Come along for baby's day! Now it's time to talk. Babies talk in all kinds of ways — and the people who love them talk back! Enjoy simple, repeating refrains meant to develop baby’s early language skills and strengthen the special caregiver-child bond.   High-contrast designs and black-and-white photographs developed especially for an infant’s eye development Part of the bestselling Baby’s Day series which has sold over 1 million copies! Barefoot Baby-Proof books made from a durable, waterproof, recyclable, and nontoxic material that meets ASTM safety standards Washable and perfect for bath time

Now in our chewable, bendable, washable, and recyclable Barefoot Baby-Proof Format! Come along for baby's day! Now it's time to eat. Giggle and gurgle together with this charming, inclusive window into all the ways babies enjoy their food: bottle-feeding, nursing, children feeding themselves, families eating together and more. Simple, repeating refrains develop baby’s early language skills and strengthen the special caregiver-child bond.   High-contrast designs and black-and-white photographs developed especially for an infant’s eye development Part of the bestselling Baby’s Day series which has sold over 1 million copies! Barefoot Baby-Proof books made from a durable, waterproof, recyclable, and nontoxic material that meets ASTM safety standards Washable and perfect for bath time