5 nonfiction books for World Ocean Day
Celebrate World Ocean Day on June 8 with these five ocean books for kids! From misunderstood ocean predators to ocean conservation, these nonfiction titles are the perfect ocean reads for kids aged 9—12.
Fun chapter books for kids!
Looking for fun chapter books for kids ages 6, 7 and 8? Look no further than Orca Echoes! These entertaining, short books are classroom favorites and are great for building reading confidence. Illustrated throughout, these books are perfect for sparking conversations about social responsibility and growth mindset. Whether a young …
Tonya Simpson on writing, family and the joy of picture books
In Tonya Simpson’s new heartwarming picture book, If You Make a Mosom Tea, a boy spends time with Mosom, his grandfather, helping him while he shares his stories and Knowledge. Read on to hear from the author about how her own mosom inspired the sweet story. What inspired you to …
Susan Hughes on bringing Phymean Noun’s biography to life
Through Noun’s inspirational life story, Hughes and Kheav present a part of history that many readers are unlikely to know. An intriguing and informative biography about seldom-covered Cambodian history formatted for middle grade readers. —School Library Journal The Dream of an Education introduces readers to Phymean Noun and her mission …
Author and cell biologist Kate MacDonald on making science more approachable for young readers
Why Trust a Scientist: Shared Knowledge for a Bright Future examines how and why trust in science benefits all of society, and answers questions about the scientific revolution, the scientific method, how scientists work together and what scientists do. Read on to hear from author and cell biologist Kate MacDonald …
One Ocean: author and activist Mark Leiren-Young on saving the seas
When it comes to dealing with environmental issues, young people are often the true ‘adults’ in the room. —Mark Leiren-Young, author of One Ocean In One Ocean: 7 Ways to Save the Seas, young readers learn practical ways to help protect the ocean and the over 250,000 species who call …