Discover the harmonica in this simple and engaging book for curious kids.
Discover the clarinet in this simple and engaging book for curious kids.
Discover the bagpipes in this simple and engaging book for curious kids.
Explores ways that mindfulness can be useful while playing music. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, a mindfulness activity, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
It's time to go all-in with art. Fun, hands-on projects bring STEAM learning to life. Simple, step-by-step instructions paired with colorful photos makes creating fun. Follow along to make five awesome art activities. Then, learn how artists everywhere are creating just like you!
Taylor Swift is a music star. As a child, Taylor knew she loved to sing. From her family's Christmas tree farm to her first Grammy award at age 20, this young star has accomplished a lot. And it was just the start! In 2018, Taylor decided to use her platform to speak out for causes that were important to her. This young star has so much she still wants to accomplish--and she has the determination to get it done! Learn about Taylor's journey as a singer, activist, and more.
From acting on Disney to winning three Grammy awards, Olivia Rodrigo is carving her own path to fame. And she won't let anything stop her from achieving her dreams. Olivia started acting at a young age, landing her first big role by age 10, and was soon starring in shows. But this was just the beginning! In 2021, she released her debut album, which earned her a spotlight in the music scene. This young star has so much she still wants to do--and she isn't afraid to do it! Learn about Olivia's journey as an actor, singer, and more.
Lupita Nyong'o landed a role in her first major movie before she even graduated from Yale's acting school. From winning an Oscar for her performance in 12 Years a Slave to elevating unheard voices in her Broadway debut, this Kenyan-Mexican actor has certainly made a name for herself. But that's just the start for the groundbreaking woman. Both in front of the camera and on a stage, Lupita is a role model for children and works to stand up for the rights of women everywhere. And this star is determined to accomplish even more in her life. Learn all about Lupita's journey as an actor, role model, and more.
Country singer, actress, businesswoman, and humanitarian, Dolly Parton is a cultural icon. Coming from a large family without much money, music was her way to become a star. From moving to Nashville right out of high school, to receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award, you might think Dolly has done it all. But that's just the start for this star! Dolly is also extremely generous. She has started programs that give children free books, and she donates to many causes that she cares about. Dolly continues to write songs and give back as much as she can--and she has no plans of stopping! Learn all about Dolly's journey as a singer, icon, and more.
Children will enjoy reading that art can be made from any kind of material, even unusual things such as trash or old bicycle parts.
Do you play an instrument? Read about the different families of musical instruments and discover what makes each family unique.
Find out about the life of American entrepreneur Oprah Winfrey from her childhood to breaking into the media and her many campaigns for change. The book has photographs and a simple text suitable for young children.
Find out about the life of American poet and writer Maya Angelou and her work as an activist in the US civil rights movement. The book has photographs and a simple text suitable for young children.
During the Middle Ages, your position in life was based on birth. This position would follow you throughout your life. To make it easy for others to know your social class, rules about what you could wear—or not wear—were created. Such rules, called sumptuary laws, determined colors of clothing, types of fabric and trims, length of garments, types of sleeves, and types of furs. The laws also regulated shoe lengths and height, hat height, types of buttons, and even the number of buttons you could wear. People were to dress according to the class in which they were born. In this way, just by looking at someone, you could tell if they were important or not.
As a child, Chadwick Boseman read stories about people who inspired him. As an adult, he became an actor to tell inspiring stories to others. Chadwick fought to make his career a legacy that shares the stories he was passionate about. Learn all about Chadwick's spectacular journey as an actor and activist.
Whether they're built into the ground or towering high above, buildings can be bizarre, bonkers, and baffling! Dive into the wacky world of buildings. Fun illustrations pair with bright photos to bring some of the craziest structures to life.
This biography for early readers examines the life of famous Muslim architect Zaha Hadid in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities.
This biography for early readers examines the life of Muslim Jawed Karim, co-founder of YouTube, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities.
This biography for early readers examines the life of Bruce Lee, an icon in martial arts cinema, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities.
Follow silly Yankee Doodle as he travels to town and sticks a feather in his cap.
Climb up the waterspout with the familiar itsy bitsy spider. Rain or shine, he's always ready to play.
This silly song has everything, from a farmer and his wife to cows, cats, and cheese!
A child begs her father to take her to the baseball game, where she roots for the home team and eats peanuts and Cracker Jack.
This classic song about a traveling bear takes him from one side of a mountain to the other.