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Coping with a disability impacts life for many people, from the person with the disability to their friends and family. Readers are introduced to the struggles that may come with…
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Fireworks are an enchanting spectacle that can make any evening magical, but where did these amazing feats of pyrotechnics come from? This book introduces readers to many incredible inventions from…
Some inventions are so important to our daily life that it’s hard to imagine what the world would be like without them. Even the simplest innovations can make a huge…
Peanuts, pets, pollen; people can be allergic to many different things. Allergies can cause different reactions, from runny noses to more serious symptoms, so it is important to understand how…
Asthma is a very common condition among children and adults. In fact, a recent study found that 1 in 12 children had asthma. This informative book introduces readers to asthma…
Diabetes is a very common disease that can affect both children and adults. In 2015, there were about 1.25 million children and adults with type 1 diabetes in the United…
Reluctant readers will love the gross-out factor these books bring to learning about biological processes.
Through accessible and relatable text, readers are exposed to what it’s like to live with a single parent. Topics such as single parenting, separation, and divorce must be handled with…
The hospital is one of the most important innovations in all of human history. Without these establishments of healing, the marvels of modern medicine would never have evolved to where…
Autism Spectrum Disorder describes a group of developmental disorders. It is now called a spectrum because people with ASD can experience a wide range of different symptoms and behaviors. This…
Imagine if scientists had a tool that could make food or a chair seemingly out of thin air. Star Trek fans might recognize this piece of technology as replicator, a…
Anxiety is a very common problem that can affect our daily lives and well-being. It is a mental health concern that can affect both children and adults. The good news…
Cancer is a group of diseases in which abnormal cells divide and spread. There are many different kinds of cancer, and different forms of treatment. Cancer is very scary, and…
A cat is a species of mammal. They have lots of fur and flexible bodies. People often keep cats as pets because they are cute and friendly.Learn about the…
A dog is a species of mammal. They like to live in groups with humans or other dogs. This is why they make such good pets.Learn about the amazing…
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These informative and factual titles take a look at some common health conditions affecting children. From causes and symptoms to treatments and long-term management strategies we examine in depth a…
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These creative and innovative titles look at key issues surrounding mental health in children today. Through original stories and beautiful hand-drawn illustrations these books take us on a journey through…
Learn about the amazing Life Cycles of the animals and plants that live in our world. With easy-to-read text and informative diagrams this series is a perfect introduction for young…
This exciting series gives readers their first taste of some of the most important values in today’s world. Here children can explore what it means to be part of a…
This series shines an informative an encouraging light on the realities faced in today’s world and illuminates healthy ways for children to process and understand them.
Welcoming a new parental…
Get out and about with the Geo Kids
Let our intrepid team of inquisitive explorers take you on a forage through a field see what there is to see at…
This exciting series zooms in on the little things in life. Peek through the microscope and take a look at the tiny things all around us the lives of bacteria…
Four unusual heroes are on a quest to save the planet from the rubbish and pollution humans produce. See how they do it and find out about the environment we…
Science and geography interact in this series. From the basic science of the processes on Earth through to the way people use and abuse natural resources these books cover the…
Do you lose yourself in daydreams about invisibility cloaks tractor beams and replicators Do you wish that you could have been born a few hundred years later when all of…
Ages 9 to 12 years
Do you lose yourself in daydreams about invisibility cloaks, tractor beams and replicators? Do you wish that you could have been born a few hundred…
Readers can learn about causes, symptoms and practical coping strategies including mindfulness, talking therapies and when to seek professional help.