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Written by Olympic skier Libby Ludlow and illustrated by internationally-known illustrator and Park City ski instructor Nathan Y Jarvis, A-B-Skis is a playground of words and pictures from A to Z! World class author and illustrator team present a playful introduction to skiing that's sure to get tiny rippers excited for winter fun. Adults treasure sharing their love for skiing, and kids can't wait for their next trip to the mountains. A-B-Skis is written to get kids curious and excited about skiing. With an eye for fun, every letter of the alphabet is a playful rhyme and illustration about some element of skiing...from life lessons (N is for never give up) and important expectations (G is for goggles), to skiing culture (H is for hot chocolate) and outdoor appreciation (V is for the view). A-B-Skis is an alphabet book that every skiing family will want to get their mittens on! Includes two pages of "pro tips" to help grown-ups make kid's experience on the slopes fun and positive, and also featuring an interactive "My Mountain Memories" page, where kids can write and draw in their favorite skiing memories.
Winner Children's Picture Book: Softcover Non-Fiction The 2020 Best Book Awards
For the sixth grade students in Ms. Mélange’s class, Friday is the best day of the week. Because that’s the day Ms. Mélange takes them on a new adventure through world history, exploring the past and how it reflects our present. In this delightful history book, Ms. Melange takes her students through the tumultuous, often ignored origins and cultural impact of Haiti. Tackling their fight of independence and the country’s struggles thereafter, Fridays with Ms. Melange provides a nuanced, thoughtful look at history that celebrates Haiti’s unique culture and diverse heritage. Fridays with Ms. Melange: Haiti is the first in author Jenny Delacruz’s fantastic new series blending history and culture with a clever, kid-friendly twist. Meanwhile, illustrations from Danko Herrera celebrate diversity and cultural identity on each page. These books are designed to help young students explore their world and learn critical thinking skills when encountering new concepts and vocabulary notes. Learn about Haiti’s rich culture and past along with Ms. Melange’s class in a brand-new series exploring diversity and adversity throughout history.
A giraffe is a safe guardian, an elephant a playmate, and bears become trusted friends on the pages of I am Mallorie. Delightful story book animals created with greenscreen photography illustrate the feelings and life of Mallorie, a happy and brave little girl that has been diagnosed with selective mutism, an uncommon anxiety disorder that affects her ability to speak in some social situations. Her symptoms were undetected until she was about three years old. She was a talkative toddler at home but completely silent in public. The concerns became more noticeable as she prepared to enter preschool. Medical professionals, a school speech and language pathologist, and her parents worked together to find alternative ways for Mallorie to communicate without using her words until she is ready to share them. This is her story. Read about Mallorie’s unique world where she conquers fears and accept herself as wonderfully made.
"Who Cares?" is part of the Chan is a Caregiver collection. This children's book inspires compassion and generosity in a simple and imaginative manner for the youngest of girls and boys. Brimming with colorful illustrations, the book gently introduces children to the disease of ALS and gives specific attention to the role played by caregivers. In an age appropriate manner, children will be taught about the crucial role friends and caregivers play.
Lou Gehrig's disease affects people of all ages, races, and backgrounds. This disease is serious, and being there for those diagnosed with ALS is critical. Introducing children to this sort of thing can be difficult, but with the help of "Who Cares?" you can teach your children about this sensitive issue and inspire them to play a pivotal role in its solution.
In this day and age, it’s easy for children to develop preconceived notions about the world and other people based on what they see and hear in their immediate surroundings. By showing kids the world from a unique global perspective - through candid photos of the daily lives of children across the “emerging world” along with traditional proverbs and notable quotes from philosophers, authors and cultural icons - we believe MOMENT can play a role in sparking lively and enriching conversations that can help dispel many common biases and misconceptions. Our hope is that this book will inspire the next generation of trailblazers and problem solvers to develop an appreciation for culture, history and geography, and see the world through the eyes of others.
Lucy Ann and Dabney Walker didn't have to risk their lives to spy for the Union army. The couple had already risked everything to escape slavery themselves.
But in early 1863, in the midst of the Civil War, the couple was determined to help defeat slavery for everyone-no matter the risk. Together, they created a secret code disguised as laundry on a clothesline. Their plan was incredibly dangerous: it required Lucy Ann to sneak into Confederate territory to steal military secrets, while Dabney took the vital information she gathered to the Union army.
This true story of sacrifice and bravery shows us that when we have courage and compassion for the world around us, even the simplest items can become powerful tools for change.
Worshipped by millions of Hindus worldwide, Shiva (“the auspicious one”) is the god of love, righteousness, forgiveness, longevity, protection, health, and prosperity. He is said to bring good fortune, grace, and compassion. Shiva is depicted as clothed in ashes, with the crescent moon crowning his head, the holy river Ganges flowing from his matted hair, a third eye on his forehead, a serpent around his neck, and a tiger skin around his waist. As Nataraja, or “Lord of the Dance”, he controls the forces of creation, preservation, and destruction. Award-winning author, Demi, presents the life and teaching of this central god within the Hindu pantheon, replete with stunning illustrations that faithfully reflect the ancient traditions of Hindu painting and iconography. Also included is an appendix of Hindu prayers to the god Shiva and notes on his representation as “Lord of the Dance”.
The Power of Positivity: The ABCs of a Pandemic is a fantastic picture book that uses the alphabet to connect each letter with a positive word to shed light on the many amazing acts of kindness, love and unity that has come from this challenging time.
This picture book teaches children about the alphabet, broadens their vocabulary and teaches them about the power of positive thinking. It also introduces some family fun by having children look for Orbit, the mascot, hidden on every page of the book!
Most importantly, the book instills the value of kindness, generosity and love, encouraging its readers to make a positive impact on the world in their own little ways.
The Power of Positivity: The ABCs of a Pandemic excellent companion books are also available, including an activity book and a coloring book.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Non-Fiction The 2020 Best Book Awards
The White House has served as the home and office of the President of the United States for more than two hundred years. Its history fills thousands of books, but the best place to start to learn about the President's House is with the twenty-six letters of the alphabet! You'll find every letter here from A to Z! Five-year-old Rocco Smirne and his mother created this book to share a story for each letter. They will take you to see the Marine Band, the Queens' Bedroom, the Oval Office and rooms that are all red, blue, and green. Rocco's favorite picture is of Marine One, the helicopter drawn for the letter H!
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Non-Fiction The 2020 Best Book Awards
The president works very hard in the White House, but this big house and its yard provide a special place to take a break for exercise too. Running, swimming, basketball, tennis, sailing, fishing, golf, and even Hoover Ball are just a few of the activities that the presidents enjoy as a break from their hard work at the White House. In this book, you will find out if there is a president who shared your favorite sport, game, or exercise to play or watch.
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Jesus is the reason for the season! It’s as easy as A-B-C! Pairing scenes from the first Christmas with the traditions of today, this book brings together all the very best elements of the season into a delightful read-aloud that families will turn to year after year. The gang’s all here—Mary and Joseph, the three kings, the shepherds, and the big man in red—but the focus is clearly on Jesus. On every page, this beautiful book witnesses to the great love that came into the world on the night a precious baby was born.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Non-Fiction The 2020 Best Book Awards
Frances Perkins gasped in disbelief when she visited a factory and saw the horrific conditions that workers endured. Moved by the injustice, she felt compelled to help, setting her on a path of social work.
But, when Frances witnessed New York City's terrifying Triangle Factory fire in 1911, her desire to assist the American worker transformed into a lifelong mission. Determined to fix the problems that led to the tragedy, Frances worked to change a catastrophically broken system at a time when women were discouraged from speaking up, let alone having careers. She saw the potential for radical workplace reform, if she could persuade her male colleagues to listen to her. Rather than shrink from challenges, she followed her beloved grandmother's advice to embrace life's opportunities and walk through open doors. In truth, Frances kicked them open along the way.
With courage and integrity, she became the first woman ever to serve in a U.S. Presidential Cabinet, creating an enduring legacy. As Secretary of Labor, she was the force behind the New Deal and Social Security, vast programs that protect American workers to this day, including a minimum wage, a forty-hour workweek, and an end to child labor. This is the inspiring story of a heroic trailblazer. She's the most important woman you likely haven't heard of - yet.
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Bella is a happy and inquisitive five-year old girl who loves to play with her friends, go to school, and spend time with her family. Everyone tells her how beautiful she is, but she doesn’t feel as beautiful as the faces she sees on TV and in the magazines. Join Bella as she navigates a very important life lesson and learns to love the skin she is in. This captivating story for young children provides a message of empowerment and acceptance that readers of all ages can understand and enjoy.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Non-Fiction The 2020 Best Book Awards
Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179) was one of the most remarkable and influential women of her time. Blessed with an astonishing array of talents, she was at once a mystic, theologian, scientist, doctor, nutritionist, composer, writer, linguist, and artist. Born to a noble family in Mainz, Germany, Hildegard entered a Benedictine monastery and went on to become abbess of a thriving community near Bingen. From a young age she received extraordinary “lights” or visions of Heaven, which she described in a book called Know the Ways (of God). Hildegard's collection of imaginative music and poetry includes seventy-seven songs for the liturgical year and a morality play, making her the most prolific composer of early music in Europe. Her pioneering scientific work formed the basis for the study of natural history in Germany, while her holistic medical studies helped to provide cures for numerous diseases. Hildegard was also the author of a cookbook recommending nutritional “foods of joy” and she even invented a new language! Such was Hildegard's fame and influence that bishops, popes, and kings, as well as humble peasants, sought out her wise counsel. Today, Hildegard of Bingen is recognized as a saint and doctor by the Catholic Church and is also revered by many Lutherans and other Protestants. Find out more about her life in this beautifully illustrated book by award-winning author, Demi.
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Many children want to know their birth stories and ask questions like:
1. How big was I when I was born? 2. Can I see a picture of me after I was born?
These questions can be difficult to answer when your baby was born prematurely.
I was Small, But Now I'm Tall is an engaging book for a child who was born prematurely, telling the tale of their earliest days in life in simple terms that kids can relate to. It tells the story of a baby that was born much too early and spent many months in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This premature baby, like many others, overcame the obstacles that threatened her survival and grew into a strong child.
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This is a book about pregnancy bed rest from a child’s perspective. Kids ask a lot of questions, and this mom answers them with optimism and excitement. She reassures her son that although things will be different for a little while, the two of them can have a lot of fun in the meantime!
Moms having a high-risk pregnancy can also use some reassurance, so we’ve included tips for you about how you can still be a fantastic mom, even when you’re stuck in bed. We’ll also show you how to make the most of your time together and guide you in talking to your child about bed rest in a positive way.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Softcover Non-Fiction The 2020 Best Book Awards
Take a trip with Blue and see what compels her to smile. This is an excellent story for children of all ages. Children are our future. It is our responsibility as mentors to introduce them to their self-worth and the importance of self-worth. Children must comprehend as an adolescent to respect their personal space, as well as respect others and their personal space. Children deserve the opportunity to flourish in their innocence and it's our responsibility to provide them with the right atmosphere to do just that. This is a fun story that will set the tone for Peace and tranquility.
