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Come learn about the oldest operating library in existence, which was originally founded by a Muslim woman in 859! Merhaba! Welcome! Meet Al-Qarawiyyin Library--the oldest library in the world. Do you want to see what magical treasures are behind its doors? You'll find special reading rooms...

Learn about the White House, how it came to be, the changes it has experienced since its initial design, and more in this detailed history for young readers, part of the beloved Where Is? series. The perfect way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary! The history of the White House, first...

Learn about the origin, creation, and history of one of America’s most iconic landmarks—Mount Rushmore—in this detailed history for young readers, part of the beloved Where Is? series. The perfect way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary! It was the early 1920s when world-famous...

Discover the key theories and milestone developments in the field of geography – the study of Earth’s diverse landscapes and climates, and the ways in which we have interacted with them through history and across the world. Applying the series’ accessible approach to the subject, The...

Step into the world of the ancient Kingdom of Benin and explore its captivating history, culture and legacy with Blue Peter Award winning author David Long. Under the rule of the Oba, the Kingdom of Benin was one of the richest and most powerful in West Africa. Behind a network of massive walls...

Queen Shanti has an important case for the newest Royal Detective of Jalpur: there's a rumor that jewel thieves are planning to steal the Gem of Jalpur at a royal ball. To solve this case, the queen asks Mira to go undercover at the party-as a princess!

It's hot down in that subway train. But one cool passenger catches young Oscar's eye. She's the Island Lady, and from her bag she pulls a blue island breeze, the Caribbean Sea, the Calypso Man, a steel band, little lizards, and a whole island town. Oscar gets so tingly he just has to dance - and you will too, on this tropical vacation where you would least expect it: down in the subway!

Deep love of country and its colours inspire Bronwyn Bancroft's poetry and the richly layered hues of this book. Each line speaks a different voice, each image stirs a different mood, and all combine to evoke the miracle of colour with which we are surrounded.

Step up to the plate and read about Shohei Ohtani, the record-breaking baseball superstar from Japan, in this wonderful Little Golden Book! Shohei Ohtani might just be the greatest baseball player of all time. Get inspired by the story of two-way sensation Shohei Ohtani. From his childhood in...

Find out how warriors lived and the importance of family life in this bold new audiobook about the astonishing Aztec civilization. When the migrating Aztec people saw an eagle on a cactus in Lake Texcoco, they knew it was a sign from the god of sun and war, Huitzilopochtli. They founded a great...

Here is the dramatic coming-of-age graphic novel memoir of 12-year-old Carlos (who would grow up to become the author’s father), his life during the Cuban Revolution, and his family’s harrowing escape to America. A Graphic Novels and Comics Round Table (GNCRT) Outstanding Comics Award Honor...

Discover the true story of Maria Pepe, an eleven-year-old girl who changed the course of Little League history. Maria Pepe loved baseball. When Little League formed in her hometown in 1972, she was eager to prove herself as a competitor. There was only one problem: Little League was not open to...

From the Newbery Award-winning and bestselling author of the modern classic One and Only series comes a gorgeous book introducing young readers to Ruby, the beloved baby elephant. Ruby is the littlest elephant in the herd at the animal sanctuary, where she lives near her best friends Ivan the...

Did you know that the Rocky Mountains are more than three thousand miles long and span both the United States and Canada? Learn more about these majestic mountains in this book for young readers! The Rocky Mountains are split into four groups: the Canadian and Northern Rockies, the Middle...

In this gripping novel by the author of the New York Times bestseller Amal Unbound, Hafsa pushes back against her family’s expectations—and discovers her own power. Hafsa intends to be a doctor one day, so she’s thrilled to be accepted into Bukhari Summer Science Camp for kids who share...

Birds of a feather solve crime together in this exciting middle grade mystery! When eight endangered macaws are stolen from a bird sanctuary in the Mayan ruins of Copán, four sleuthing cousins must find out who took them—and why. Nico and his cousins don't have much in common, but they're all...

When Sister was born, she had toes like grains of rice. She had hair as dark as sesame sweets . . . But she had no name. Only a name as passionate and graceful as Fire, honest and stable as Earth, strong and ambitious as Gold, bright and wise as Water, and creative and prosperous as Wood could...

Sigue el asombroso recorrido del papa Francisco, cuya calidez y humildad lo convirtieron en una figura querida en todo el mundo. Jorge Mario Bergoglio, conocido como el papa Francisco, nació en Argentina y fue el primer papa jesuita, el primero procedente de América y el primero del hemisferio...

This title is the third in the series of delightful stories about Anna Hibiscus, a little girl who lives in Africa. Anna Hibiscus is looking forward to visiting her grandmother in Canada, where she will see snow for the first time! But before she goes, she must find suitable clothes to keep her...

Meet the Three Princesses is a heartwarming story about a loving family who live in Haiti. Listeners will enjoy the details that highlight the unique, lovely charm of a small island town. Esther, Cassandra and Rosa are happy girls, but they miss their father when he is away at work. They don’t know he has a wonderful surprise in store! Will this surprise show his sweet daughters how much he thinks of them all throughout the day? Listen along and share the special love, joy and pride that Mama and Papa have for their three princesses. A beautiful, uplifting family tale.