Social Studies Books

From homes and clothes to school and family life is different all around the world Culture makes us who we are. Grass roofed huts blue jeans and ceremonial clothing are all a part of culture Each...

Run, climb, crawl or jump--everybody loves to move! Fast, slow, up or down, alone or with friends--Carol Thompson's exquisite illustrations allow us to share the struggles, achievements and sheer...

Legends have a way of working themselves into our lives. You may not know the stories, but you know the signs. Discover the chilling tale of the jack-o-lantern, learn the legacy of the witch, and...

Legends have a way of working themselves into our lives. You may not know the stories, but you know the signs. Discover the chilling tale of the jack-o-lantern, learn the legacy of the witch, and...

When children are frustrated, and can't seem to get it right, they need encouragement--and sometimes a push to get them going in the right direction. This book set does just that with each story...

These stories give children an opportunity to understand and ask questions in a safe, open environment. Each book approaches the complex range of mental health issues with sensitivity and...

What are you afraid of? Discover how the creatures of your fears came into existence and what truth lies behind the mythical stories as you immerse yourself into the world of Mythical Monsters... if...

What are you afraid of? Discover how the creatures of your fears came into existence and what truth lies behind the mythical stories as you immerse yourself into the world of Mythical Monsters... if...

Travel to Mexico and discover its many wonders, from the amazing monarch butterflies in the Highlands to a mariachi show in the village square. The rhyme and lyricism of the text is complemented by...

What are some of the best ways to volunteer and become involved in your local community? Learn tips on how to become an active community member through volunteering for different social causes in the...

Oscar de la Renta loved art. He wanted to be a famous fashion designer, but it was a very competitive field where the most successful designers were French or Italian, unlike him. Learn about the...

Oscar de la Renta loved art. He wanted to be a famous fashion designer, but it was a very competitive field where the most successful designers were French or Italian, unlike him. Learn about the...

Who was Pauli Murray? Learn more about one of the most influential African American civil rights and gender equality activists in history in the Leaders Like Us children's book Pauli Murray. This...

This lovely grouping of paperback stories focuses on personal expression in one form or another. They highlight the need for children to find a way to relate in a way that also allows for some...

Ready to step up to the starting line? There's a race to be won! Get ready to learn about the athletes who will do whatever it takes to run, swim, bike, and climb to the finish line in People Power,...

Philip Vera Cruz came to the United States from the Philippines in search of an education. Instead, he became a farmworker to survive. This turn of events led Philip and other Filipino farmworkers,...

Philip Vera Cruz came to the United States from the Philippines in search of an education. Instead, he became a farmworker to survive. This turn of events led Philip and other Filipino farmworkers,...

Places of Protest gives young readers insight into some of the most important protests in history, from their locations to the important figures who inspired change. This children's book includes a...

Introduce readers to the life of author and community outreach leader Pura Belpre, the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City, in this inspirational biography part of the Leaders Like Us...

Take a trip around the world as you read about the most impressive castles ever built! Explore fierce fortresses, castles that have inspired stories, uniquely colorful castles, and the history behind...