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Squeeze under the wooden gate and step into a world of pure garden mischief! Peter Rabbit is not like his obedient sisters. While they stay safely on the path, Peter hops straight into the lush rows of a forbidden garden. From crunchy radishes to fresh crisp lettuce, Peter is having the feast of a lifetime. But when he runs into the garden owner, a thrilling chase begins.
This beautiful story pulls you right into the dirt and sunshine of a summer garden. You will hold your breath as Peter tries to find his way out, losing his little blue jacket along the way. It is a timeless adventure filled with bravery, quick thinking, and a very relatable craving for fresh vegetables. A perfect story to enjoy together.
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Words can bounce, leap, and sing, especially when they are written by E. E. Cummings. When he was a boy, he loved to play with language, breaking the rules of grammar and punctuation to create poems that looked and sounded completely new. He found enormous magic in the smallest details of life.
This true story invites you to explore the courageous and playful world of a poet who dared to be different. You will see how he turned his childhood curiosity into some of the most famous poems ever written. His journey is a wonderful reminder that it takes bravery to grow up and become who you really are, and that your own unique voice is always worth sharing.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
64 Pages
Ever since she was a young girl, Mattie has looked at the world differently. Armed with a sketchbook full of ideas and her father's heavy toolbox, she can build almost anything her mind imagines. By the time she is twelve, she designs a brilliant safety device to protect factory workers from dangerous machinery.
As she grows up, Mattie's inventive mind never stops working. She eventually creates a complex machine designed to fold the square-bottom paper bags that people still use every single day. But when a dishonest man tries to steal her brilliant idea in court, claiming a woman could never understand such mechanics, Mattie must fight to prove him wrong.
Follow the inspiring journey of 'the Lady Edison' as she defends her hard work and claims her rightful place in history. This empowering true story celebrates creativity, resilience, and the brilliant mind of one of America's greatest inventors.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
36 Pages
Oney Judge has a terrifying choice to make. As a young enslaved woman working for President George Washington and his wife, Martha, Oney is forced to leave her home at Mount Vernon and travel to the nation's new capital. While living in Philadelphia, she meets free Black citizens for the very first time and begins to understand what life outside of bondage could look like.
When she learns that she is going to be given away to a stranger, Oney realizes she must take her fate into her own hands. Risking everything she has ever known, she plans a daring escape to secure her own liberty.
This true historical account follows one young woman's incredible journey to claim her own life. It is a powerful story of survival, bravery, and the unyielding desire to be free.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
32 Pages
Lizzie Murphy loved baseball more than anything, and she was better at it than almost anyone else in town. But growing up in the early 1900s, everyone told her that the baseball diamond was no place for a girl. Lizzie refused to listen.
Starting out as a batboy for her local team, she practiced tirelessly until she could pitch faster and catch harder than the boys. She talked her way onto the roster and quickly proved that she belonged on the field. By the time she was eighteen, Lizzie was determined to do the impossible and sign with a professional team to make a living playing the sport she adored.
Discover the incredible true story of a trailblazing athlete who broke the rules and shattered expectations. Lizzie's unstoppable determination will inspire anyone who has ever been told they cannot achieve their dreams.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
37 Pages
Floy Hutchings is not interested in acting like a proper young lady. Known to everyone as Squirrel, she loves running wild through the breathtaking wilderness of the Yosemite Valley. When a quiet, thoughtful carpenter named John Muir arrives at her father's hotel looking for work, Floy is immediately curious about him.
Unlike the other adults, John talks to the blooming flowers, carefully listens to the falling snow, and builds himself a small cabin right over a rushing stream. Floy decides to become his shadow, following him through the towering trees and rocky trails.
As they explore the magnificent landscape together, John helps Floy see the natural world in an entirely new way. This beautifully illustrated story celebrates a unique friendship and the boundless wonder of the great outdoors.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
40 Pages
Before he became one of the most famous animals in the world, Strongheart was a serious police dog. He was trained to sniff out criminals and march in perfect rhythm like a soldier, but he had absolutely no idea how to play or have fun.
Everything changed when a Hollywood director named Larry Trimble spotted him. Larry believed this disciplined dog had the potential to be a brilliant leading actor on the silver screen. With patience and care, Larry taught Strongheart how to play with toys, relax, and act like a normal, happy dog. Soon, Strongheart was starring in silent movies and bringing theater audiences to tears.
Step back in time to the golden age of cinema with this extraordinary biography of a real-life animal hero. It is a heartwarming tribute to the very first canine movie star and the man who believed in him.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
40 Pages
Meet Jim, a foal who is about to prove that animals are far smarter than anyone ever imagined. In the late 1800s, a veterinarian named Bill Key realizes that his new horse is truly extraordinary. Using only patience and kindness, Doc teaches Jim to spell words, recognize primary colors, and even give back exact change from a cash register.
Before long, Jim and Doc are traveling across the country, dazzling audiences with the horse's incredible abilities. But not everyone believes what they see. When skeptics accuse the duo of faking the act, Doc knows he must stand up for his remarkable friend and show everyone the truth.
Based on fascinating real events, this touching biography highlights the incredible bond between a man and his animal companion. It is a brilliant reminder that with a little gentleness, unbelievable things are possible.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
44 Pages
A packed audience sits breathless in a barnlike concert hall. Master pianist David Tudor walks onto the stage, sits at the piano, and does absolutely nothing. The performance has already begun. Can you hear it? The patter of rain on the roof, the rustle of the trees outside, the shifting of people in their seats.
In 1952, John Cage created a shocking musical composition called 4'33" consisting entirely of blank bars of music. He wanted to prove that silence does not actually exist and that the ambient sounds around us are their own kind of symphony. This offbeat history explores the hilarious and profound reactions to his controversial piece.
Through energetic, childlike artwork and warm, humorous writing, you will discover how to listen to the world in a brand new way. You do not need an instrument or a concert hall to experience incredible music. All you have to do is stop and listen.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
48 Pages
The Story of Sarah Edmonds, a Civil War Hero
When Frank Thompson sees a poster calling for new recruits for the Union army, he does not hesitate to enlist. But Frank is hiding a massive secret. He is not actually a man at all. He is really Sarah Emma Edmonds, a fiercely independent nineteen-year-old who has been living in disguise to escape a terrible arranged marriage. Desperate to fight for her country during the Civil War, Sarah joins a Michigan infantry regiment and proves herself to be an exceptional soldier. After taking on the grueling job of nursing the wounded, her incredible heroism catches the attention of military leaders. Soon, she is asked to cross enemy lines and infiltrate a Confederate camp as a master spy. Discover the breathtaking true story of one of history's bravest and most unlikely heroes.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
48 Pages
Charles Darwin is pacing in circles. He is hitting rocks with a stick. He is even staring intently at the bones left over from his dinner. When you face a tricky problem or a complicated idea, how do you work through it? Darwin had a lot of unusual ways to think, and those methods led him to some of the greatest discoveries about the origins of life on Earth.
Follow along on a journey around the world aboard a ship called The Beagle. You will discover that sometimes the best way to understand our world is to look closely, ask questions, and let your curiosity lead the way. This true story feels like a conversation with your smartest friend, bringing history and science to life.
With beautifully textured illustrations, this engaging biography shows that you do not need to sit perfectly still at a desk to have a brilliant thought.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
32 Pages
The True Life Tale of Unstoppable Storycatcher Zora Neale Hurston
Zora is a bright young girl who craves stories the way bees crave sweet honey. Growing up, her mother always encouraged her to jump at the sun, knowing that even if she missed, she would at least get off the ground. Carrying this bold advice in her heart, Zora travels from the lively porch of her hometown general store all the way to the bustling streets of Harlem. Along the way, she listens closely to the rich folktales of her people, stories that others have ignored or forgotten. Driven by an unstoppable spirit, she decides to write these incredible tales down for the whole world to read. Discover the true story of how Zora Neale Hurston became a legendary writer and preserved the vibrant culture and voices of her community.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
50 Pages
The Story of the First Black Woman in Congress
Meet a little girl from Brooklyn who never stops asking questions and refuses to back down. After spending her early years on a farm in Barbados, Shirley returns to the bustling city ready to make her voice heard. She challenges the rules, excels in her classes, and plays vibrant jazz piano instead of traditional classical music. As she grows older, Shirley transforms her bold spirit into a fierce fight against the unfair treatment of women and Black people in America. Taking her passion all the way to the ballot box, she runs for state assembly and wins by a landslide. Soon after, she takes an even bigger leap, campaigning to become the first Black woman in Congress. With her powerful slogan, Unbought and Unbossed, Shirley proves that one courageous voice can change history.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
25 Pages
