Browse Our Books

Inspirational Women of Today

Social attitudes towards women have evolved over time. Yet even today, women face challenges based on their gender. Nevertheless, women are leaving their mark in every field. This book profiles the lives of four of today's most inspirational women: Sylvia Acevedo, rocket scientists and advocate for girl's STEM education; Simone Biles, gymnast and winner of eleven Olympic medals; Tammy Duckworth, US Senator and retired military pilot; and Taylor Swift, artist and cultural icon.

Inspire

Learn more about hard-working, awe-inspiring, record-breaking athletes in these profiles packed with action photos and fact-filled text suitable for young readers. This series features overviews of the athletesÎ upbringings, the accomplishments and statistics that make them special, and how they continue to be heroes off the court.

Intasimi Warriors, The

Set in modern-day Nairobi in East Africa, The Intasimi Warriors follows four young friends on the eve of their thirteenth birthdays as they discover they are the descendants of the Intasimi: an ancient bloodline of legendary East African warriors. Follow Mwikali, Soni, Odwar and Xirsi as they race against time to learn how to channel their ancestors’ powers while pitting themselves against a terrifying array of malign forces that are intent on using dark magic to destroy everything the friends hold dear.

Intergalactic Afikoman

Investigating Earth

Travel deep into the Earth and unearth lots of secrets hidden beneath our feet! This fantastic series covers all things rocks, exploring the science behind the incredible materials that make up the ground we walk on in a fun and curious way. From microscopic minerals to rare gemstones and fantastic prehistoric fossils, there's so much to discover. With plenty of engaging hands-on activities to enjoy, this series brings the science of rocks to life. They are the perfect read for any budding rock detectives.

Is It Asleep?

Squirrel and his best friend, Pock the mushroom, sit on the old stump, watching birds fly by. When they3re tired of this, they take the path to the yellow meadow to listen to the blackbird sing. But today, the bird3s not there. The friends look everywhere. Finally they find it on the path, all stretched out and quite still. It must be sleeping. They sit down quietly and wait for the bird to wake. This true-to-child story of a natural encounter with an animal that has died is both dryly humorous and a profound example of how to manage the comings and goings of life.

Israel

Young Ella and her stuffed monkey take a trip to Israel with her family. Ella enjoys visiting the country's famous sites, while Koofi the monkey experieces Israel in his own way.

Israelis and Palestinians: A Troubled History

The historic Middle East region of Palestine is a troubled land. Two peoples??Israelis and Palestinians??both claim ownership of this land of their ancestors. The result is a long history of violence, oppression, and prejudice that has eluded all efforts to find a peaceful solution. In October 2023, the region exploded in a vicious conflict over territory and the right to live in freedom.

It Happened in Salem

It could happen anywhere, at any time."" The chillingly familiar history of the infamous Salem witch trials is here brought into modern context, showing how bias and blame have worked in tandem throughout history, to disastrous effect. As the townspeople become increasingly fueled by suspicion, the accused become the accusers, naming names to save themselves. Could something like this still occur today? Of course. But it's up to all of us to stop it.

It Happened to Me

Sometimes, painful experiences happen. It Happened to Me explores painful life crises that affect many young people through poignant diary entries from composite teens who have experienced these situations, supported by informational text. Every year, more and more young people face life-changing situations, from drug and alcohol abuse to eating disorders, family breakups, and homelessness. Being young has never been more challenging. Using a unique in-their-own words approach, this series will strike a chord with many young people who are struggling with complex issues, and help those around them better understand how and why it has happened to them.