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Her feet weren’t the only part of her that climbed – her voiced soared too. As a little girl, Frances (Fanny) loved to climb trees, enjoy the countryside and to run about with her spaniel. The mountains of Switzerland inspired her and she loved hiking on the steep slopes. She became a hymn...

An entertaining and gorgeous audiobook biography of scientist and environmental hero Ruth Patrick, one of the first to warn about the dangers of pollution. A brilliant scientist and intrepid explorer, the ecologist Ruth Patrick taught the world how to care for the environment. She studied water...

Two stories about ocean cinematographer Jacques Cousteau with a bonus high seas miracle story; two stories about books and writers--prolific author C.S. Lewis' Christian journey, and Johannes Gutenberg's journey to print the Bible; and three modern-day adventure stories about children who make their corner of the world better and learn important lessons along the way.

Introduce young hearts to the miraculous power of Marian devotion through the inspiring story of Saint Catherine Labouré and the Miraculous Medal. Lovingly told, this engaging Catholic children’s book follows the humble life of St. Catherine as she receives heavenly visions from the Blessed Virgin Mary and brings to life one of the Church’s most beloved sacramentals—the Miraculous Medal.

When Jacinda Ardern became prime minister of New Zealand, she was one of the youngest people in the world leading a country. Many people thought she would never succeed-herself included. Wouldn't her insecurity, overthinking, worrying, and kindness stop her from being able to achieve her goals?...

Как устроены ракеты и космические корабли? Кто такой главный конструктор? И зачем нам нужен космос? Сергей Королёв―один из создателей российской космической отрасли, талантливый инженер и выдающийся учёный, который смог воплотить мечту о космосе в жизнь. Начинал Королёв с конструирования самолётов и планеров, многие из которых сам и пилотировал. Увидев возможности ракетного двигателя, он занялся новой для себя сферой и мгновенно стал ее лидером.

Introduce your child to the work of Shakespeare in this gorgeous treasury for all the family to enjoy.?? By expertly reimagining eight of the bard’s most famous plays, Farah Karim-Cooper breathes new life into these well-loved works. With insightful and engaging storytelling combined with...

A story about the triumph of hope, love, and determination, Coming to England is the inspiring true story of Baroness Floella Benjamin: from Trinidad, to London as part of the Windrush generation, to the House of Lords. Follow ten-year-old Floella as she and her family set sail from the...

The 25th anniversary edition of Baroness Floella Benjamin's classic memoir, Coming to England. With a foreword by the author and some additional historical information, this is the incredible story of Floella's journey from Trinidad to London, as part of the Windrush generation, to the House of...

En tus manos está la mejor guía al fútbol masculino mundial. Conoce a Pelé, Messi y Tim Howard mientras revives los momentos que hacen al fútbol el deporte más apasionante del planeta. Desde los campos de fútbol en Estados Unidos, hasta las calles de América Latina y los estadios de...

"In our evermore hectic and overwhelming world, Stories for Kids Who Dare to be Different is refreshing proof that dreams do come true and that it is ok to be different. An inspiring read for any young person, particularly those struggling to find their place in the world." Megan Hine _______...

Adventurer Tim Cope had a childhood dream: to travel the 10,000 kilometres from Mongolia to Hungary on horseback - a journey undertaken centuries ago by the legendary leader of the Mongols, Genghis Khan. On this journey, Tim met a dog called Tigon. For more than three years, Tim and Tigon...

Theresa Bernstein discovered her love for art at age seven when she drew her first portrait. As a teenager, her photographic memory and sketching skills earned her recognition in art school. After moving to New York, Theresa faced sexism in the art world but persevered. Using the name "T. Bernstein" to hide her gender, she gained attention for her work.

قصة رمزية عميقة من تأليف ورسوم الأديب الفلسطيني غسان كنفاني، كتبها وأهداها لابنة شقيقته "لميس" في عيد ميلادها الثامن. تُعد القصة أول عمل يكتبه كنفاني للأطفال، والذي كان يرى فيهم ثوار المستقبل.

This nonfiction audiobook for young listeners ages 7-10 reveals the true story of General George Washington’s brave decision to inoculate his troops against smallpox during the American Revolution. General George Washington and his ragtag army are preparing to battle the powerful British...

Meet abolitionist Benjamin Lay—the man who changed the Quakers’ hearts and minds about slavery. This nonfiction audiobook for kids ages 7–10 about a man who didn’t mind being different, in both how he looked and what he believed. From the time he was young, Benjamin Lay’s heart burned...

Young CeDell Davis learns to play the blues unlike anyone else—with his guitar upside down and a butterknife in his hand—and becomes a legendary musician. For young CeDell Davis, the blues cut straight to his heart. He wanted to play, but he had no instrument. He became an inventor: nailing...

"...a joyful evocation of [Cage's] artistic philosophy..."–The New York Times ★ School Library Journal, starred review ★ Booklist, starred review ★ The Horn Book, starred review Spend a day with composer John Cage—hear what he hears, see what he sees, and get caught up in the music he...

Celebrate the creator of the world’s first Black Barbie in this inspiring story about Kitty Black Perkins, the visionary toy designer who helped define the course of Barbie’s history. Ever since she was little, Kitty Black Perkins loved making clothes for dolls. She’d cut the materials...

‘You could become the greatest living painter. Your paintings would be treasured for ever.’ Those were the words Lilias Trotter heard from John Ruskin, one of the world’s most established art critics. She had to make a choice between her talent and her calling. Both were gifts from God. In...