![Satchel Paige: Don’t Look Back](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0152055851.jpg?itok=55rO4q7q)
Baseball great Satchel Paige was a successful pitcher in the Negro Leagues and went on to play in the Major Leagues for several teams. Stylized illustrations increase the Paige legend using exaggerated poses and unique perspective.
Satchel Paige: Don’t Look Back
![A Picture Book Biography of George Washington](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0823440591.jpg?itok=Jg_Ky1c1)
The life of the first President of the United States, George Washington, is presented in uncomplicated language and meticulous illustrations.
A Picture Book Biography of George Washington
![A Picture Book Biography of Benjamin Franklin](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0823408825.jpg?itok=GBl8kpiP)
This introduction to the life and work of inventor, statesman and printer Benjamin Franklin is presented in straightforward text and detailed illustrations
A Picture Book Biography of Benjamin Franklin
![Fraction Fun](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0823413411.jpg?itok=qHYzsWkw)
Lighthearted illustrations help the straightforward text clarify a tough concept: fractions. Using things familiar to children, the hands-on activities illuminate the ideas while kids are having fun doing “pizza math” and weighing tissues and coins.
Fraction Fun
![A Beach for the Birds](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0395640504.jpg?itok=zL34r8cU)
Ever noticed sea birds at the beach? There’s a quiet place on a Maine beach especially for least terns, an endangered bird whose survival is preserved by this retreat. Eye-catching, full-color photographs and informative text juxtapose children and tern beach behavior.
A Beach for the Birds
![Babies on the Go](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0152018948.jpg?itok=9NCf0dgO)
Baby animals are shown here in transport! Rich language and expressive illustrations give an engaging and informative look at how animals move. Some animals stand up right away while others need time to grow — just like young humans.
Babies on the Go
![Animal Babies in Rain Forests](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0753457881.jpg?itok=kQa2OnFt)
Close-up photographs introduce animal babies who live in rain forests, from a jaguar cub to a young sloth, with lots in between. With a turn of the sturdy page, baby and mama appear together.
Animal Babies in Rain Forests
![Woman for President: The Story of Victoria Woodhull](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/080279615X.jpg?itok=SRuce9hS)
Overcoming a difficult childhood, Victoria took control of her own destiny in sometimes unorthodox ways and became the first woman to run for U.S. President in 1872 before women even had the right to vote (Frederick Douglass was nominated to run as Vice President). Photorealistic illustrations add to this remarkable tale of a woman who was truly ahead of her time.
Woman for President: The Story of Victoria Woodhull
![Lives of the Musicians: Good Times, Bad Times (and What the Neighbors Thought)](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0152164367.jpg?itok=tPok496H)
Short, fresh and fun essays present a broad array of musicians and their music - from Bach to Guthrie to Joplin with lots in between. Unexpected information can be found in each informal entry along with caricatured portraits.
Lives of the Musicians: Good Times, Bad Times (and What the Neighbors Thought)
![Lives of the Artists: Masterpieces, Messes (and What the Neighbors Thought)](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0152001034.jpg?itok=Cjd2tN_U)
Short, clever, sometimes irreverent snapshots introduce a range of artists and their peculiarities. From Michelangelo to Georgia O’Keefe, the artists are presented in brief essays accompanied by lighthearted illustrations.
Lives of the Artists: Masterpieces, Messes (and What the Neighbors Thought)
![Isaac Newton: Giants of Science](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0670059218.jpg?itok=L7zmMXxx)
Perhaps his difficult childhood helped create the brilliant scientist (but rude man) he became. A complete portrait of Newton and his contributions to science are presented in a conversational text punctuated with droll illustrations.
Isaac Newton: Giants of Science
![Magic School Bus Inside a Hurricane](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0590446878.jpg?itok=p9HGSWD2)
If only every child could have a teacher like Ms. Frizzle, every field trip would be unforgettable! Here, the kids get the inside scoop on hurricanes by going into its eye in their school bus (turned weather plane) to learn how hurricanes form and to experience their power. There’s an extra bit of drama when Arnold becomes separated from the class, but is happily reunited.
Magic School Bus Inside a Hurricane
![How Big Were the Dinosaurs?](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0152008527.jpg?itok=BHiEXkS5)
Dinosaurs are endlessly fascinating. Perhaps because it is hard to imagine giant lizards roaming the earth. In simple illustrations and straightforward text, the size of dinosaurs is related to more familiar things, so that children can picture this prehistoric time. Before embarking on a museum field trip, start kids thinking about how big dinosaurs were!
How Big Were the Dinosaurs?
![Family Pictures](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/089239207X_0.jpg?itok=TQftqfYH)
The artist recalls growing up in south Texas in this celebration of family and cultural traditions presented in vivid paintings and short prose in Spanish and English. Garza’s pride in her Mexican-American heritage is evident and celebrated in this handsome book.
Family Pictures
![Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0152014373_1.jpg?itok=tCW_xChM)
As a young boy, Cesar Chavez grew up on an 80-acre ranch in Arizona in the midst of joyous family reunions. When his family had to leave Arizona, however, to work as migrant laborers in California, their lives were turned upside down. During these excrutiating days and nights, Cesar struggled — but then found the resolve to one day help his fellow workers. Yuyi Morales brings Cesar’s childhood and early days as an organizer to life with stunning illustrations.
Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez
![My Name Is Celia: The Life of Celia Cruz / Me llamo Celia: la vida de Celia Cruz](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/087358872X.jpg?itok=uRvU2rUA)
The beautiful artwork of this award-winning picture book about salsa queen Celia Cruz practically jumps off the page, and conveys the spirit and rhythmic energy of her music. Learn about Cruz’s childhood in Havana and her entry into the world of salsa music from vibrant illustrations and text presented in English and Spanish.
My Name Is Celia: The Life of Celia Cruz / Me llamo Celia: la vida de Celia Cruz
![Rain](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0440413478.jpg?itok=gv7bPz6h)
With wordless joy a brother and sister turn a raining day into an excuse for adventure through the neighborhood.
Rain
![Pretty Brown Face](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0152006435.jpg?itok=zYvTjkIw)
Who is that beautiful face in the mirror? Why it is baby, held by a loving daddy. This simple yet appealing book is presented in a format appropriate for the youngest reader to hold.
Pretty Brown Face
![Dizzy](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0439507375.jpg?itok=OnDSQUek)
John Birks Gillespie was an angry child from an abusive home. He was able to overcome huge obstacles when given a trumpet to channel his anger and begin the journey to jazz. ‘Dizzy’ Gillespie’s story is told in swirling images and rhythmic language, telling the story of how music inspired him and how he used his talents to inspire others.
Dizzy
![John's Secret Dreams: The Life of John Lennon](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0786808179.jpg?itok=cNfDOTLk)
John Lennon and his music are introduced to a new generation in Lennon’s own words, using free verse and lyrics. With Collier’s rich collage and watercolor illustrations in a large-sized format (like Martin’s Big Words) this memorable presentation becomes a tribute to the music legend and visionary.
John’s Secret Dreams: The Life of John Lennon
![Freedom River](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0786803509.jpg?itok=BFjbNjP3)
Not only did John Parker buy his own freedom to escape slavery, he helped as many as 900 other slaves escape on the Underground Railroad. Poetic language and deeply hued illustrations convey this stirring story. Historical notes are included.
Freedom River
![My Very First Book of Numbers](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/039924509X.jpg?itok=aTOBgFMy)
Sturdy, split pages encourage active engagement and support a toddler’s rough handling. Numerals and corresponding blocks appear on one part of each page, and match the number of brightly colored objects on the other. Adults and young children will count, identify and play!
My Very First Book of Numbers
![Green Eggs and Ham Cookbook: Recipes Inspired by Dr. Seuss](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0679884408.jpg?itok=4dx6EEUW)
Eat chocolate rocks? Or sizzling hot pebbles? Real — and edible — recipes inspired by green eggs and ham and other zany Seuss characters are presented in an easy-to-follow, clearly organized (from breakfast to dinner) cookbook illustrated with Seuss’ own illustrations as well as an occasional food photo. This is an ideal book for young cooks and the adults in their lives — all while sharing or even creating their own Seussian recipes!
Green Eggs and Ham Cookbook: Recipes Inspired by Dr. Seuss
![Find the Constellations](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0395245095.jpg?itok=sZHqGoOE)
Hans Augusto Rey, best known as the creator of a small monkey named Curious George, was an amateur astronomer as well. He created this easy-to-follow guide to the night sky so that young people could get to know the constellations visible from their own backyards. A conversational, open text with simple but informative illustrations is sure to entice and inspire young star gazers.