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On Sukkot and Simchat Torah
By Cathy Goldberg Fishman, Melanie Hall. 2006
Introduces the history and the customs of these two Jewish holidays. Follows a family's celebration of Sukkot, the festival of…
booths, and of Simchat Torah, rejoicing in the synagogue to mark the beginning of the annual cycle of reading from the Torah. For grades K-3. 2006Ketzel, the cat who composed
By Lesléa Newman, Leslea Newman, Amy June Bates. 2015
Composer Moshe Cotel adopts a six-toed, black-and-white kitten whom he calls Ketzel, and when he needs a piece to enter…
in a contest for music less than a minute long, it is Ketzel who provides the solution. For preschool-grade 2Mary Walker wears the pants: the true story of the doctor, reformer, and Civil War hero
By Cheryl Harness, Carlo Molinari. 2013
Presents the life and accomplishments of the first female doctor in the United States who served on the Union side…
in the Civil War and was awarded the Medal of Honor for her service. For grades 2-4Clara and Davie: the true story of young Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross
By Patricia Polacco. 2014
Jimmy the joey: the true story of an amazing koala rescue
By Susan Kelly, Deborah Lee Rose, Deborah Rose. 2013
Here's a little poem: a very first book of poetry
By Polly Dunbar. 2007
More than sixty poems describing children's activities at home and outdoors, from sunup to bedtime. Poets include Hilaire Belloc, Margaret…
Wise Brown, Nikki Grimes, A.A. Milne, and others from various parts of the English-speaking world. For preschool-grade 2. 2007Cooking rocks!: Rachael Ray 30-minute meals for kids
By Rachael Ray, Chris Kalb. 2004
Recipes for sandwiches, soups, one-dish meals, and desserts suitable for preparation by children aged four to six, seven to eleven,…
and twelve to sixteen. Sections on beverages, snacks, and big subs are for all ages. Includes kitchen basics and tips for grownup helpers. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 2004On Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur
By Cathy Goldberg Fishman, Melanie W. Hall. 2000
A young girl describes the activities and meaning of the Jewish High Holy Days as she celebrates them with her…
family. Explains why Rosh Hashanah, the New Year, takes place in the seventh month and why Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is a fasting day. For grades K-3. 1997Positively ADD: real success stories to inspire your dreams
By Edward M. Hallowell, Catherine A. Corman. 2006
Profiles seventeen adults with attention deficit disorder--ADD--who use its special qualities to achieve success. Includes biographies of political advisor James…
Carville, professional athletes, a police officer, a Rhodes scholar, a physician, entrepreneurs, and others. Written by authors who have children with ADD. For junior and senior high readers. 2006A drop of blood (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science Ser.)
By Paul Showers, Edward Miller. 2004
A vampire explains what blood is made of and why it is important to health and life. Also describes the…
functions of red cells, white cells, platelets, and fibrin threads. For grades K-3. 1989Let's find out about toothpaste (Let's Find Out Bks.)
By John Williams, Kathy Barabas, Ellen J. Sasaki. 1997
Hear your heart (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)
By Holly Keller, Paul Showers. 2001
Dentist = El dentista (People in my community)
By Jacqueline Laks Gorman, Tatiana Acosta, Guillermo Gutiérrez. 2002
Describe el trabajo del dentista y cómo el dentista ayuda a la gente. Explica qué se puede esperar cuando se…
visita al dentista. Para niños preescolares hasta el grado 2. Edición bilingüe en inglés y españolThe doctor and you
By Diane Swanson. 2001
Explains what happens on a visit to a doctor's office. Describes some of the tools and equipment--from tongue depressors, thermometers,…
and lancets to otoscopes, measuring and weight scales, and x-ray machines. Discusses why they are used and what patients may feel when practitioners use them. For grades K-3. 2001A healthy body (Safe and Sound Ser.Safe and Sound)
By Angela Royston. 2000
Explains the importance of exercise in order to stay healthy. Discusses the roles of muscles, joints, lungs, and the heart…
in maintaining a fit body. Encourages bending, stretching, running, and balancing as part of playing. For grades 2-4. 2000Food and your health (Health Matters Ser.Health Matters)
By Jillian Powell. 1998
Hilde and Eli, children of the Holocaust: Children of the Holocaust
By David A Adler, David A. Adler, Karen Ritz. 1994
Hilde was the daughter of a German shop owner and Eli was the son of a Czechoslovakian rabbi. Using information…
from surviving family members, the author describes how the lives of Hilde and Eli were affected by Hitler's coming to power in 1933. For grades 3-6 and older readersHanukkah: the festival of lights
By Bonnie Bader. 2022
Celebrate Hanukkah—and learn the meaning behind the holiday—with this new Big Golden Book! It's Hanukkah time! Preschoolers will learn all…
about how people celebrate Hanukkah—from eating latkes, spinning dreidels, exchanging gifts, and lighting the menorah. And they'll also learn why they celebrate—from the destruction of the Temple, the bravery of the Maccabees, and the miracle of that little bit of oil that lasted for eight nights. Filled with simple, yet informative text, this Big Golden Book is perfect for listening again and again. Share it with your family this Hanukkah!Why I cough, sneeze, shiver, hiccup, & yawn (Let's-read-and-find-out science book)
By Melvin Berger. 1983
The gender identity workbook for kids: A guide to exploring who you are
By Kelly Storck Lcsw. 2022
Transgender and gender-nonconforming (TGNC) children need validation and support on their journey toward self-discovery. Unfortunately, due to stigma and misinformation,…
these kids can be especially vulnerable to bullying, discrimination, and even mental health issues such as anxiety or depression. The good news is that there are steps you can take to empower your child as they explore, understand, and affirm their gender identity. This important workbook will guide you both. In this guide, a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in gender-nonconforming youth offers real tools to help your child thrive in all aspects of life. You and your child will discover a more expansive way of understanding gender; gain insight into gender diverse thoughts, feelings, and experiences; and find engaging activities with fun titles such as, "Apple, Oranges, and Fruit Bowls" and "Pronoun Town" to help your child to explore their own unique identity in a way that is age-appropriate and validating. No child experiences gender in a vacuum, and children don't just transition-families do. Let this workbook guide you and your child on this important journey in their lives.