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An awe-inspiring audiobook about the origin and advancement of humans, from author and #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Nikkolas Smith. Fossil records show that the first humans were born in Africa. Meaning, every person on Earth can trace their ancestry back to that continent. The...

Discover the extraordinary stories of African American trailblazers in this vibrant and inspiring alphabet book! From Maya Angelou to Malcolm X, Rosa Parks to Thurgood Marshall, this book introduces young listeners to the heroes who changed history through courage, creativity, and determination. Each story highlights a remarkable figure, bringing their achievements to life with fun, easy-to-understand descriptions. This book is an engaging way to explore Black history while inspiring kids to dream big and make a difference.

Award-winning creators Anne Wynter and Micha Archer share a mother-daughter tale about delighting in small pleasures throughout the city. Perfect for fans of Oge Mora and Sophie Blackall. Anne Wynter perfectly captures the hurry and hustle of a busy day. But when plans change and a girl and...

With skin as rich as cocoa and hair that curled with glee, Kai was a little boy as special as could be. He met a red cardinal, perched high on a tree, Its feathers were like flames, a stunning sight to see. The cardinal smiled, his voice kind and sweet, "Little one, colors are what make our world complete." Encouraged by the cardinal's words, Kai continued his quest, He trekked through the forest, feeling eager and blessed.

Un duende, un baile de máscaras, una zapatilla perdida y una Cenicienta a quien le fascina el tango… Esta encantadora y divertidísima versión del cuento clásico nos enseña que la esperanza nunca muere y soñar no cuesta nada. Basado en la producción de la compañía de teatro Teatro SEA...

En un lugar de la región del Cibao de la República Dominicana mejor conocido como El Sitio, vivía un joven llamado Pedro, al que todos conocían como Pedro Animal. Conoce a Pedro y a sus ocurrentes amigos en esta sabrosa aventura dominicana. Basado en la producción de la compañía de teatro...

¡¿A quién le gustan las cucarachas?! Pues esta cucarachita, ¡les va a encantar! Esta tierna historia musical nos enseña que cultivar la paciencia nos premiará con el regalo del verdadero amor y la amistad. Basado en la producción de la compañía de teatro Teatro SEA, este audiolibro...

From the award-winning author of Amina’s Voice and Amina’s Song comes a “nuanced and quietly powerful” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) middle grade novel about a young Pakistani American artist determined to manage her anxiety and forge her own creative path. Deena’s never given a...

Tito, el héroe de este relato, hace un viaje a su infancia, la recorre a través de capítulos de una vida de variados matices: tenebrosos, humillantes, alegres, reveladores, tristes y definitorios para convertirse en el hombre que escribe la historia. Basado en la producción de la compañía...

Longlisted for the National Book Award A tender-souled boy reeling from the death of his best friend struggles to fit into a world that wants him to grow up tough and unfeeling in this stunning illustrated middle grade novel in verse “full of vulnerability and hope” (Booklist, starred...

Una nueva adaptación del cuento clásico, desde la perspectiva de un joven inmigrante mexicano; un niño de madera que emprende un viaje para encontrarse a sí mismo, mientras lucha por no perder sus raíces latinas en una tierra nueva y diferente. Basado en la producción de la compañía de...

Un personaje del folklore puertorriqueño, quien a través de sus travesuras y ocurrencias aprende el valor de la honestidad, el trabajo y la amistad. Basado en la producción de la compañía de teatro Teatro SEA, este audiolibro bilingüe está narrado por un elenco completo e incluye música...

Acompaña a Lucy y a su especial grupo de amigos en un paseo por la cautivadora Colombia. Esta aventura llena de coloridos personajes nos recuerda que los seres queridos siempre están más cerca de lo que pensamos. Basado en la producción de la compañía de teatro Teatro SEA, este...

From three-time Newbery Honoree Christina Soontornvat and award-winning historian Erika Lee comes a middle grade nonfiction that shines a light on the generations of Asian Americans who have transformed the United States and who continue to shape what it means to be American. Asian American...

Eight-year-old Jasmine and her family travel to Hiroshima to visit her grandma and cousin Akari. After finally building a good relationship with her older sister, Sophie, Jasmine couldn't be more excited to spend time together in Japan—and make a new friend in Akari. But Akari seems to only want to play with Sophie, and Jasmine's jealousy threatens to upend their visit. Can Jasmine befriend Akari and keep the peace?

Una novela perspicaz escrita en verso sobre las alegrías y las dificultades de una niña chicana que es una guerrera por su nombre, su historia y su derecho a elegir lo que ella quiere celebrar de la vida. Celina y su familia son bilingües y siguen las tradiciones mexicanas y estadounidenses...

Japan is awesome but Jasmine is beginning to miss home and her best friend, Linnie. She’s hoping her next adventure to a village called Kabo, where her grandmother grew up, is just what she needs to get out of this rut. Jasmine is pleased to find out there’s a beach, tangerine grove, and even a local festival to attend. She is hoping to explore with her big sister, Sophie. But, walnuts! Sophie is no fun. All she wants to do is read her Japanese manga and stay inside. If Jasmine’s best friend Linnie was there, she’d definitely play with her, so why won’t Sophie?

Eight-year-old Jasmine Toguchi is now an expert on travel and doesn't want summer to end! In this final book chronicling her family vacation in Japan, she visits Kyoto. And wowee zowee, on this vacation there is still lots more to see. This is their last stop, and Jasmine is thrilled to be enjoying the city with her older sister, Sophie, and her Obaachan who teaches her how to live in the moment. Sad to see their trip coming to an end, in true Jasmine fashion, she hatches a plan.

From the Newbery Medal-winning author of Last Stop on Market Street comes this moving picture book—adapted for audio—about the perils of perfectionism. Lucas goes to the perfect school in the perfect neighborhood. But life at home is not so perfect. His dad’s old work truck stalls in...

Iqbal Farooq har aldrig varit något större fysiksnille, men med hjälp av Tariq och ett gammalt suddgummi, kontaktlim och en handfull granbarr får fysikexperimentet större kraft än planerat: en stor smäll som får marken att skaka under Nørrebro! Explosionen sänds till och med i tv-nyheterna, och medan livet fortsätter som vanligt för familjen Farooq hemma i Blågårdsgade-hyreshuset, är skumma krafter intresserade av den förmodat hemliga explosionsformeln. Så när Iqbal och hans familj åker på campingsemester på Jylland i sin gamla Mazda och med ett tält från Cirkus Benneweis i släp är de i större fara än de anar.