On the News gently introduces young children to the realities of natural disasters, terrorism and other forms of tragedy. In age-appropriate language and tone, this book emphasizes the good that can come out of tragedy, looking at how people help one another in caring, compassionate and heroic ways.
Featuring real-life stories of people who have found hope and meaning in the midst of life’s struggles, Heads Up: Changing Minds on Mental Health is the go-to guide for teenagers who want to know about mental health, mental illness, trauma and recovery. This book shines a light on the troubled history of thinking about and treating mental illness and tells the stories of courageous pioneers in the field of psychiatry who fought for more compassionate, respectful and effective treatments. It provides a helpful guide to the major mental health diagnoses along with ideas and resources to support those who are suffering. The book also explores how mental health is more than just “in our heads” and includes the voices of Indigenous people who share a more holistic way of thinking about wellness, balancing mind, body, heart and spirit. Highlighting innovative approaches such as trauma-informed activities like yoga and hip-hop, police mental health teams, and peer support for youth,
This gorgeously illustrated picture book is a celebration of summer vacation and West Coast island life. Every day is different on Gran's island in the Salish Sea as granddaughter climbs big-leaf maples, eats blackberries, explores tide pools and sandstone caves and examines ancient middens and petroglyphs. She and Gran watch harbor seals sunning themselves and Gran's neighbor carving an eagle out of a piece of cedar while drinking fresh nettle tea. And on her way home, our young narrator sees a pod of orcas, breaching, tail lobbing and spy-hopping as she says goodbye to the island for another summer.
What can archaeology and Indigenous Traditional Knowledge tell us about how our marine environments have changed over time and the effects of climate change? From harvesting herring eggs to hunting humpback whales, humans have had a relationship with the world's oceans for more than 100,000 years. Unearth what our ancestors left behind at archaeological sites around the world and examine how tools, campsites, fishing technologies and even garbage can show us how our ancestors lived and how they used the ocean. These discoveries can unearth clues to help keep our oceans healthier today and in the future.
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have type 1 diabetes, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how medications and special tools such as insulin pumps help people manage their type 1 diabetes. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have spina bifida, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how medications, therapy, and other treatments help people with spina bifida every day. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have juvenile idiopathic arthritis, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how medications, physical therapy, and other treatments help people manage their juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have cystic fibrosis, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how medications, breathing treatments, and other supports help people manage their cystic fibrosis. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have epilepsy, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how medications, special diets, and service dogs can help people manage their epilepsy. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have food allergies, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how people with food allergies navigate everyday situations, including eating out at a restaurant, going to a party, and traveling. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have cerebral palsy, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how physical therapy and assistive devices such as wheelchairs help people with cerebral palsy every day. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have cancer, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how doctors, medications, and therapy help people fight cancer. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have autism, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how therapists, teachers, and others help people with autism every day. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who are blind, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how people who are blind read and write, navigate public transportation, and play sports. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), as well as the challenges they face. Learn how counselors, medications, and other treatments help people with ADHD every day. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have learning disorders, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how counselors, therapy, and other treatments help people with learning disorders every day. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
In this title about epilepsy, young readers will learn how the condition affects their peers. The complex brain condition is simplified into an easy-to-understand explanation. Epilepsy symptoms and ways to manage it are included in text. The book includes QR codes throughout to assist with learning. Aligned to Common Core standards; correlated to state standards.
In this title about diabetes, young readers will learn how the condition affects their peers. Easy-to-understand text explains how diabetes works, its symptoms, and ways to manage it. The book includes QR codes throughout to assist with learning. Aligned to Common Core standards; correlated to state standards.
In this title about allergies, young readers will get to know how the condition affects their peers. Using everyday examples and easy-to-understand text, types of allergies, the dangers they can cause, and ways to manage symptoms are explained. The book includes QR codes throughout to assist with learning. Aligned to Common Core standards; correlated to state standards.
In this title about asthma, young readers will get to know how the condition affects their peers. Using everyday examples and easy-to-understand text, asthma symptoms, what happens during an asthma attack, and ways to manage the symptoms are explained. The book includes QR codes throughout to assist with learning. Aligned to Common Core standards; correlated to state standards.
In this title about autism, young readers will learn how the condition affects their peers. Using sensitive everyday examples and easy-to-understand text, autism symptoms and adaptions that may need to be implemented for people with autism are explained. The book includes QR codes throughout to assist with learning. Aligned to Common Core standards; correlated to state standards.
In this title about ADHD, young readers will get to know how the condition may affect their peers. Using everyday examples and easy-to-understand text the symptoms and adaptions people with ADHD go through are explained. The book includes QR codes throughout to assist with learning. Aligned to Common Core standards; correlated to state standards.
Ralph Braun, an inventor and businessman, revolutionized mobility for disabled people. This biography for early readers examines his life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easter Seals and written by a member of the disability community, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values that readers of all ages can aspire to.
Loved Ones With Down Syndrome covers the basics of Down syndrome, what people with Down syndrome might experience, loving someone with Down syndrome, and showing love for others and yourself. Loved Ones With explores what it's like to watch loved ones go through unique and often difficult circumstances. Written in kid-friendly language, this social-emotional learning series supports readers' empathetic understanding of these experiences not only for their loved ones, but also for themselves.
Loved Ones With Chronic Illness covers the basics of chronic illness, what people with chronic illness might experience, loving someone with chronic illness, and showing love for others and yourself. Loved Ones With explores what it's like to watch loved ones go through unique and often difficult circumstances. Written in kid-friendly language, this social-emotional learning series supports readers' empathetic understanding of these experiences not only for their loved ones, but also for themselves.
