"Marcelo and her cousin Julio live in Venezuela, but every day they get up at dawn to make the arduous journey to cross the border to their school in Colombia. Some days are harder than others and some days they can't even make it home. But for the amazing students of Venezuela, it is worth it since they know that the more they are able to learn, the more opportunities they will have."--

"Join Addy in her quest to save The Little Prince while she discovers the courage she always had within herself. Full of dragons, trolls, knights and other action-packed characters, this beautifully imagined child's book brings these scenes to life. The imagination of a child is a powerful tool, and The Tale of the Prince and the Dragon showcases how unique that instrument can be. This is the first in the series of The Adventures of Addy, where we...

In a Sherpa village in the foothills of Nepal's Himalayas, seven-year-old Yang Ki wants to haul wood like her brother Pemba, so she'll grow strong enough to be a porter. She wants to learn her brother tells her that girls cannot be guides. Yang Ki, however, is very determined.

Desert inhabitants describe the beauty of their home.

"La sombra de mi papá más azul no puede ser, y en mi familia verás color azul por doquier. Pero la mía es distinta, ¡qué cosa tan curiosa! Porque la mía no es azul... ¡Mi sombra es rosa!" -- My Shadow Is Pink is a beautifully written rhyming story that touches on the subjects of gender identity, self acceptance, equality and diversity. Inspired by the author's own little boy, the main character likes princesses, fairies and things "not for...

During his service in the Civil War a young Union soldier matures to manhood and finds peace of mind as he comes to grips with his conflicting emotions about war.

Tells how a small Japanese boy who wants a Christmas tree sets about getting one with courage and resolution.