In 1869, a group of hardworking Chinese railroad workers were given an almost impossible challenge...

Did you know Japan is made up of thousands of islands? Or that the world’s very first novel was...

Kahoʻolawe: The True Story of an Island and Her People is a poignant, award-winning picture book that chronicles the history of the smallest Hawaiian island, from its volcanic birth to its struggle under military occupation.

The newest book in the award‑winning Child’s Introduction series shines a bright light on the...

Halfway to Somewhere is a heartfelt graphic novel that follows Ave, a middle schooler moving from Mexico to Kansas while navigating the pain of their parents' divorce and a split family.

The Pecan Sheller is a moving historical novel set in 1930s San Antonio, following thirteen-year-old Petra as she is forced to leave school to work in a grueling pecan factory.

Filmmaker James Robinson shares his personal journey of growing up with a condition that misaligns the eyes.

Twins Joanna and Howe struggle to save their family farm during the height of the Dust Bowl.

A young boy named Junior moves to North Carolina in 1959 and discovers a hidden log cabin library for Black residents.

Twelve-year-old Will and his father travel from Texas to Oklahoma to claim their own land during the 1889 Land Rush.

Thirteen-year-old Sage struggles to navigate life and grief after her best friend unexpectedly passes away on her birthday.

When Maple runs for sixth-grade president, she learns that leadership means standing up for her community—even when it’s unpopular.

Kid Olympians: Winter shares true, inspiring childhood stories of Winter Olympians and Paralympians from around the world.

Through powerful photography and engaging storytelling, the book captures unforgettable moments from the Winter Olympics.

Traditional stories have been told aloud for hundreds of years. Even though they aren’t meant to be taken literally, they stay with us because they share timeless truths about what it means to be human.

This book gathers fifty folktales and parables from many different cultures—Sufi, Zen, Taoist, Buddhist, Jewish, Christian, African, and Native American. Even though these stories come from far‑away places and different times, they all share simple truths, gentle humor, and the idea that we can learn from the wisdom of people who lived long ago.