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What's the Big Idea? A History of the Ideas That Shape Our World

WhatÎs the Big Idea? introduces readers to the development of important concepts and principles that have shaped the modern world. It shows how contemporary society, and the ideas we often take for granted, reflect different ideas in the past, and provide a snapshot of how things work around the world today.

What's Up with Water? (Bearcub Books)

Every living thing on Earth needs water to survive. But why do we need it, where does it come from, and how do we save it? This valuable series answers these questions and more while introducing early science concepts to emergent readers. Vibrant photographs and diagrams will aid readers in learning about the water cycle, how people use water, and what that means for the environment.

What's Your Style?

Find out about some of today’s hottest fashion styles—from hipster to boho chic—in this fun series that profiles celebs who have each look and explain how readers can get the look and make it their own.

What's Your View?

What's Your Viewpoint?

At a time where news sources can be tailored to a person's specific point of view, it can be hard to get the full story behind the debates surrounding topics such as border security and presidential power. However, in order to develop an informed opinion on these topics, it's essential to understand the arguments on all sides. This is what readers are able to do after exploring some of the most controversial issues in the United States today. As the main texts and detailed Side Bars outline various viewpoints, graphic organizers and colour photographs keep readers engaged as they learn.

What-to-Do Guides for Kids

What-to-Do Guides for Kids are designed to guide kids with cognitive-behavioral techniques most often used in therapy. Engaging, encouraging, and easy to follow, these books empower kids through rough spots and set them up to live with a more calm, settled mind.

When a Dragon Comes to Stay

Little dragon visits her toddler friends. Will she behave herself? Of course! Dragons do their best to have good manners. But sometimes, everyone needs a reminder of how important they are. It will be hard for readers not to fall in love with this adorable dragon as she charms her friends and helps them learn their manners.

When a Dragon Goes to School

Follow the dragon's lead as kids headed to class explore school manners. When a dragon goes to school, will she throw crayons and refuse to share the toys? Why, no! Dragons don't do that! While behaving well at school isn't always easy, this dragon makes it fun. A companion book to the manners must-have When a Dragon Comes to Stay, this book helps kids get fired up for good classroom behaviour.

When Anju Loved Being an Elephant

Growing up on the Indonesian island of Sumatra with its cooling lakes and refreshing mud holes, Anju loved being an elephant. Lovingly cared for and protected by her mother and herd family, there was nowhere else Anju would rather be. That all changed when she was stolen and sold to an American circus. Anju spends decades traveling across the country, entertaining crowds but often subjected to mistreatment. After the circus, she?s then moved to a small zoo for 23 years, their lone elephant. In her long years of captivity, chains and shackles were all she came to know. Anju no longer loved being an elephant.

When Creature Met Creature

Creature-of-No-Words lives a happy life on his own, but one day he gets a feeling like ""the chill touch of ice,"" and nothing can lift his sadness. Just then Creature-of-Words arrives and senses his despair. How can she help him communicate and be happy once more? This is a powerful picture book about communication and friendship, from an award-winning duo.