Bonnie Bader

Have you ever wondered about brave explorers who sailed across the big, wide ocean? Dive into the incredible story of Christopher Columbus, a man with a dream to find a new way to reach faraway lands. Born long ago in Italy, Christopher loved ships and the sea more than anything. He believed he could sail west across the Atlantic Ocean to get to Asia, even when many people thought it was too dangerous or impossible! Follow along as Columbus gathers his ships and crew and sets off on an exciting, but often challenging, adventure. Learn about the discoveries he made and how his journeys changed the world forever. This book makes history fun and easy to understand, showing you what life was like for this famous explorer and why his voyages are still talked about today.

Did you know that Bell's amazing invention--the telephone--stemmed from his work on teaching the deaf? Both his mother and wife were deaf. Or, did you know that in later years he refused to have a telephone in his study? Bell's story will fascinate young readers interested in the early history of modern technology!

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"An illustrated biography of the inventor of the telephone"--

This larger-format special collectible edition of the first Franklin book celebrates the 25th anniversary of the world's most beloved turtle.
Includes never-before-seen archival material and personal letters from the author and illustrator that offers a fun behind-the-scenes peek at this Canadian classic.
A perfect gift for long-time fans and a new generation of readers alike.

In the Franklin Classic Storybook that started it all, poor little Franklin has one of the most common childhood afflictions --- he is afraid of the dark. This is particularly distressing for Franklin as he happens to be a turtle, and the darkness he fears is, of course, inside his own shell. Bravely, with shell in tow, he sets forth to seek help and in the course of his travels discovers a bird who is afraid of heights, a polar bear who is afraid of the cold, and even a hydrophobic duck. In the end, Franklin discovers that everybody is afraid of something, even his own mother, and his response to what he has learned is guaranteed to draw a smile.

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Includes information about the writing and publication of the Franklin series.

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A turtle afraid of small dark places, and therefore of crawling into his shell, asks a variety of animals for advice, only to find out that each has a fear of its own.

Step back into a time of great change and meet one of the most inspiring leaders in American history. When Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was just twenty-five years old, he helped organize the Montgomery Bus Boycott. This peaceful protest was only the beginning of his lifelong mission to fight for equality and justice. Through his powerful words and brave actions, he led people across the country to stand up for civil rights, voting rights, and the end of segregation. Even when faced with danger, he always chose the path of peace and nonviolence. This engaging biography brings his incredible journey to life with clear language and detailed illustrations. You will discover how his vision of a fairer world changed history forever and why his legacy continues to inspire people today. Perfect for young readers eager to learn about real-life heroes who made a massive difference.