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George Washington hated having his portrait painted, but as president of the United States, he knew his image needed to live on. This nonfiction picture book explores how artist Gilbert Stuart created Washington’s most lasting and recognized portrait—the one that’s used on the one-dollar bill.

Once upon a time, children's music was just Mother Goose, nursery songs, and lullabies. And then came Ella Jenkins. Ella Jenkins is an American folk singer and living legend dubbed “The First Lady of Children’s Music.” For nearly 70 years, she has been writing and performing music that has entertained and engaged generations of young listeners. In Make a Pretty Song, Ella’s life and legacy are captured.

Florence Beatrice Price was always breaking barriers—especially when it came to music. Raised in the Deep South, Bea broke through the barriers of racism and prejudice to master the piano and excel at school. And when opportunity came to study at the New England Conservatory of Music, Bea traveled north, one of only two Black students to attend. Bea continued to break barriers when she returned to the South to teach and find inspiration for her music, drawing from many different genres. Bea fought hard to have her works played.

Walt Whitman is celebrated as an iconic American poet, but few know of the crucial and heroic role he played tending to the wounded and dying in Civil War hospitals. This nonfiction book highlights Whitman’s compassion and teaches an important lesson about empathy. New York Times-bestselling author Gary Golio and Caldecott Honor artist E. B. Lewis bring Whitman’s story and his passion for America to life.

With 143 mind-bending questions, because we know 13 x 11 = pure Taylor love and magic, you'll test your knowledge on everything Taylor! From her Pennsylvania roots to her global domination, we've got every era covered. And as if that weren't enough, we've snuck in 13 fun facts that even the most devoted fans might not know. (Easter eggs, anyone?)

All throughout history, Black men have made important contributions to scientific discovery. This collection of biographies for kids explores 15 of these intelligent men and the extraordinary scientific accomplishments they achieved—even when they faced huge challenges. You’ll learn how they stood up against racism and inequality and never stopped following their passions for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Just for the girls in your life, ages 8 and up, this collection of 100 extraordinary stories of women of faith--from the Bible, history, and today--will empower them to know and understand how women have made a difference in the world and how much smaller our faith (and the biblical record) would be without them.

Introducing the literary world to characters like Cat in the Hat and Charlie Brown has been noteworthy. Authors dream of having their stories read and appreciated. This series explores the lives of famous children’s storytellers and the mark they continue to make on many. This volume includes Jeff Kinney, Laura Ingalls Wilder, and Shel Silverstein.

Introducing the literary world to characters like Cat in the Hat and Charlie Brown has been noteworthy. Authors dream of having their stories read and appreciated. This series explores the lives of famous children’s storytellers and the mark they continue to make on many. This volume includes Charles Schulz, Dr. Seuss, and J.K. Rowling.

Extraordinary women are changing the world! They are leaders shaping the way we think about science, business, design, politics, and more. This biography series for early listeners uses informative text and engaging features to highlight remarkable women at the forefront of their fields.

Pack your bags for these adventures! This series will have you flying across the Atlantic, reaching the top of Everest, and stepping foot on the moon. Travel alongside some of the world’s most extraordinary explorers in these books for reluctant learners. This volume includes Ferdinand Mafellan Sails Around the World and Lewis and Clark Map the American West.

Pack your bags for these adventures! This series will have you flying across the Atlantic, reaching the top of Everest, and stepping foot on the moon. Travel alongside some of the world’s most extraordinary explorers in these books for reluctant learners. This volume includes Amelia Earhart Flies Across the Atlantic and Edmund Hillary Reaches the Top of Everest.

Famous brands in this series will capture the attention of young listeners! Well-known brands like Google, John Deere, Nerf, and Nintendo have inspirational histories full of hard work and creativity. Explore the process of building a big business in these titles highlighting iconic brands. This volume includes Minecraft and Disney.

Pack your bags for these adventures! This series will have you flying across the Atlantic, reaching the top of Everest, and stepping foot on the moon. Travel alongside some of the world’s most extraordinary explorers in these books for reluctant learners. This volume includes Neil Armstrong Walks on the Moon and Roald Amundsen Explores the South Pole.

Are you ready for the smackdown? Growing listeners can learn about professional wrestling superstars, their moves, and their victories in this low-level series. From signature moves to final pins, the action in this series is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats!

Famous brands in this series will capture the attention of young listeners! Well-known brands like Google, John Deere, Nerf, and Nintendo have inspirational histories full of hard work and creativity. Explore the process of building a big business in these titles highlighting iconic brands. This volume includes Hershey's and LEGO.

How is Serena Williams working for schools? How does Anthony Rizzo help kids with cancer? How is Elon Musk increasing the use of alternative energy? In the Spotlight introduces early listeners to the activists and celebrities making an impact in today’s world.

Follow the thrilling true stories of people who faced isolation in extreme environments and lived to tell the tale. Bold nonfiction brings life to the dramatic narrative while a feature on how to survive in each location takes the listener to the limits right alongside these incredible survivors. From the rain forest to the Antarctic, would you make it out alive? This volume includes Sandstorm Terror! Desert Survivor and Six Days Alone! Forest Survivor.

Follow the thrilling true stories of people who faced isolation in extreme environments and lived to tell the tale. Bold nonfiction brings life to the dramatic narrative while a feature on how to survive in each location takes the listener to the limits right alongside these incredible survivors. From the rain forest to the Antarctic, would you make it out alive? This volume includes Fight For Life! Rain Forest Survivor and No Sign of Land! Sea Survivor.

Follow the thrilling true stories of people who faced isolation in extreme environments and lived to tell the tale. Bold nonfiction brings life to the dramatic narrative while a feature on how to survive in each location takes the listener to the limits right alongside these incredible survivors. From the rain forest to the Antarctic, would you make it out alive? This volume includes Alone on Everest! Mountain Survivor and Bring Them Back Alive! Antarctic Survivor.