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Traveling the World Through Picture Books
Whether describing a Brazilian boy whose dreams shine as bright as the stars, a youngster’s first rollicking ride on a matatu in Kenya, or a Jamaican girl’s satisfaction at mastering a difficult task, the titles offer glimpses at particular places and lifestyles while touching upon themes that will resonate with children everywhere.
Marvel Superhero Blowout: Captain America, Spiderman, and the X-men | Media Mania
This spring has brought a bumper crop of big-budget films about the adventures of shield-flinging, skyscraper-swinging, mutation-mastering heroes. Supercharge your holdings and movie tie-in book displays by including this selection of preludes, adaptations, story sources and inspirations, and suggested reads about popular Marvel characters.
World Cup Reads: Great Books About Soccer
Energetic and moving titles to get footballers of all ages excited about the World Cup.
Great Books About Eggs and Chicks
Bursting with a sense of exhilarating discovery, natural renewal, and out-and-out exuberance, these 12 lively books for young readers about eggs and chicks are just right for spring.
Trees! Environmental Lynchpins, Habitat Providers, Dream Inspirers
This group of imaginative titles will be the source of numerous classroom projects, ranging from fact-based research papers about the highlighted species and role of trees in the environment to creative writing and art activities.
AMC’s New Series, 'Turn', and Electrifying Espionage Reads | Media Mania
AMC's new series, Turn, based on Alexander Rose's Washington's Spies, will certainly generate new interest in the American Revolutionary War. We've rounded up a great list of titles for teens to dig into when they come to you for more on the Culper Ring and this fascinating time in our nation's history.
Storm Watch | Books About Weather
From heat waves to hurricanes, recent events have ignited curiosity about our ever-changing weather. Share these titles with students to fuel their interest in a timely topic and support curriculum standards in earth systems science.
'300: Rise of an Empire' Reinterprets Ancient History with 21st-Century Flair | Media Mania
Fans of 300, closely based on Frank Miller’s superb graphic novel, will be thrilled with the March 7 release of 300: Rise of an Empire (R), also inspired by a graphic novel by Miller (the not-yet published Xerxes). This time, the combat action moves to the high seas.
How Do You Feel Today?: Great Books about Emotions
Told with sensitivity, perception, and heartwarming humor, these recent picture books treat a range of experiences and feelings that are all part of a youngster’s everyday world. Share them with kids to build empathy, foster self-awareness, and invite discussion.
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