Artists Leo and Diane Dillon won their second consecutive Caldecott Medal for this stunning ABC of African culture. "Another virtuoso performance. . . . Such an astute blend of aesthetics and information is admirable, the child's eye will be rewarded many times over."--Booklist. ALA Notable Book; Caldecott Medal.

"Become an eyewitness to outer space and beyond in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the universe. Children will [see] how past, present, and future space exploration has helped our understanding of the Sun, our Solar System, rocky planets, gas giants, and explosive stars. This ... guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into far-off galaxies and out-of-this-world objects captured by powerful space telescopes....

"Welcome to Colorado! Let Jake show you around the state where he lives. Learn about his state's flag, animal, and flower. Find out his favorite activities too! Question prompts included to assist reader comprehension"-- "Welcome to Colorado! Let Jake show you around the state where he lives. Learn about his state's flag, animal, and flower. Find out his favorite activities too! Question prompts included to assist reader comprehension"-- Provided...

Meticulously researched and drawn from numerous primary sources, this biography-in-verse tells the story of racism in the U.S. through six important Black Americans from different eras who struggled for justice, chronicling how much — and how little — racism has changed since our country’s founding.

"Did you know that trees are home to lots of animals (and are great for climbing)? Or that a tree’s leaves help you know what kind of tree it is (and are great to use for making pictures)? Whether it’s how trees grow from seeds or how they change throughout the seasons (or not), Maisy has much to share with loyal fans and new friends. Open the final gatefold to see some wonderful trees from around the world!"--

"Best-selling author, former executive editor of the New York Times, and self-confessed political junkie, Jill Abramson has written a detailed and fascinating book that explains how the highest court in the United States works, who gets to serve on it, which cases have had the greatest impact on the country, and why the US justice system is so vital to democracy"--

Follow along as a day in the life of the food chain begins. From the sun that shines upon the grass and trees to the animals that feed each other, each element in nature has its place. But what happens when the food escapes? This cumulative story will delight, with a surprise ending that all science lovers will enjoy.

This memoir-in-verse tells of the author’s reckoning with her father’s incarceration as she wondered why she felt like she was the one disappearing when he was the one gone.

"Welcome to the United States! Discover the landmarks that make the United States well known around the world-natural wonders, such as Old Faithful and the Grand Canyon, monuments, such as the Statue of Liberty, and historic buildings, such as the White House"--Provided by publisher.

"No one knows where the term Underground Railroad came from--there were no trains or tracks, only "conductors" who helped escaping slaves to freedom. Including real stories about "passengers" on the "Railroad," this book chronicles slaves' close calls with bounty hunters, exhausting struggles on the road, and what they sacrificed for freedom. With 80 black-and-white illustrations throughout and a sixteen-page black-and-white photo insert, the Underground...