A kids book about Israel & Palestine / Aslan, Reza
Israel & Palestine
"What is the Israeli-Palestinian conflict? Why is it happening? Is peace possible? When kids ask questions like these, are grownups prepared to answer? This book was created to provide context for this conflict, open the door to conversation, and lay a path for understanding, peace, and compassion for our shared future"--Back cover.

Young Palestinians speak : living under occupation / Robinson, Anthony

An updated edition of this 2017 acclaimed book which gives a platform to Palestinian children who share their dreams and fears for themselves and their country. In Palestine today, a fourth generation of children and young people are growing up experiencing life under occupation. These are children who know only fear when they see an Israeli soldier or come across a roadblock. This book provides a platform for children and young people, from all over this occupied land, to speak in their own voices about the day-to-day experience of living under occupation. It begins with an explanation of what the occupation means for those living under it, and is followed by the heart of the book: nine sections, each one focusing on one of the places visited by the authors. At the end, there is a timeline showing the main events that led up to the occupation. As you read their words, you will see that what these young people want is a stable family life, security where they live, the freedom to move around their country, safety and space in which to grow up and dream of a future. They are just like young people everywhere; it is only the circumstances of their lives that are so different. The young people in this book share with you their hopes and fears for themselves and their country and in so doing lay open their humanity.

Chinese mythology : legendary tales of heaven, earth, humanity, and beyond / Hwang, Aaron

"Step into the magical and rich world of Chinese mythology with tales of gods, goddesses, the Monkey King, the White Snake, and more in this gorgeous, fully illustrated collection of myths and fairy tales. Do you know how the world began? Or why there is wind and rain? Have you ever felt lucky and wondered where luck comes from? Are you curious about the unseen and unknown? People have been asking these questions for thousands of years, with different cultures coming up with different answers to explain the universe. The myths in Chinese Mythology date back to ancient China, where the Jade Emperor ruled from the Heavens alongside other deities, and when the world was filled with supernatural figures, including snake-women, animal tricksters, ghosts, demons, dragons, and more. Journey through the world's creation and the rule of heaven to the powerful shaping of earth and the rise of humanity in these stunning, exciting, and mystical tales from China, written by the author of A Kid's Guide to the Chinese Zodiac and illustrated in stunning, bright, magical pictures"--

Why we celebrate Chinese New Year : everything to know about your favorite holiday / Mac-Lean, Javiera
Chinese New Year
"Chinese New Year, also called the Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, is one of the most celebrated holidays around the world. This engaging book for kids explains the history, folklore, traditions, and customs of Chinese New Year and includes interactive activities that encourage kids to celebrate at home or in their communities"--

Why we celebrate Valentine's Day : everything to know about your favorite holiday / Anderson, Shannon
Valentine's Day
"Every year on February 14th, or Valentine's Day, people around the world celebrate love. This engaging book for kids explains the history, traditions, and customs of Valentine's Day, and includes interactive activities that encourage children to celebrate at home or in their communities"--

Usborne stargazing book / Cosgrove, Lee
Stargazing book
"Discover a breathtaking sky full of start, and the stories behind them, as you learn to navigate the night sky with this beginner's guide"--Back cover.

Leprechaun luck & find / Crowe, Rubie
Leprechaun luck and find
Thirteen chaotic and comical scenes are filled with search-and-find challenges that invite readers to catch all the mischievous leprechauns.

My life with a blended family / Schuh, Mari C.

"Meet Karson! She likes basketball, cheerleading, and reading. She is also part of a blended family. Karson is real and so are her experiences. Learn about her life with a stepparent and stepbrothers in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students"--

My life with a foster family / Schuh, Mari C.

"Meet Shaylee! She likes gymnastics, art, and reading. She was also a foster child. Shaylee is real and so are her experiences. Learn about life with a foster family and subsequent adoption in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students"--

My life with losing a parent / Schuh, Mari C.

"Meet Scarlett! She likes to ride bike, read, and play outside. Her dad died when she was young. Scarlett is real and so are her experiences with grief. Learn about what it's like when a parent dies in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students"--