Difficult Kids

Brave Kids is a story that tackles important topics which many youngsters and adults can identify with. Domestic violence, oppression of women, patriarchal stereotypes, a mother’s struggle to save her son, racism, willpower and positive thinking, the love between two young people who belong to different castes, the victory of benevolence.

It is 1939 in Berlin, Germany, and 12-year-old Lillian and her Papa are on the run from Nazi soldiers. Because they are Jewish, they are in danger of being arrested and put in prison. Lillian’s father is blind, and it seems no one is willing to help them - until they meet Otto Weidt. Mr. Weidt runs a factory that makes brushes for the Nazi army, and his secret is that he employs blind Jewish workers. Lillian learns that Otto Weidt is determined to keep her, Papa, and all the Jewish workers safe. But will he be able to?

The legend of the famous hero Robin Hood originates in dramatic pieces and ballads from the 15th century in England. His story has been given shape and retold through the centuries, and is still universally known to children nowadays. "The Tales of Robin Hood and his Merry Men", as retold by Mary Macleod, is a faithful rendition of the original medieval legend full of colorful and moral adventures. It is read by Katie Haigh, for the delight of children and as well as adults sensitive to literary style.

101 Funny Riddles is full of hilarious and challenging brain teasers and difficult math riddles for smart kids, teens, and adults. Great for family night and road and plane trips. Try not to laugh! Good for ages six, seven, eight, nine, 10, 11, and 12.

Many people came to America in the early 1900s looking for jobs, opportunity, and freedom, and a lot of them were kids. But what happened to all these immigrant children after they passed inspection at New York’s Ellis Island - that is, if they passed inspection? Life was not easy for immigrants. Large families lived in small, one-room tenement apartments with failing plumbing and few windows. Children had to go to school with kids from different countries and learn to read and write a new language.

The shootings keep coming, and so do Jeremiah's questions. Dad doesn't have easy answers, but that doesn’t mean he won’t talk about it - or that he won’t act. But what if Jeremiah doesn’t want to talk anymore? None of it makes sense, and he’s just a kid. Even if he wants to believe in a better world, is there anything he can do about it? Inspired by real-life events, this honest, intimate look at one family’s response to racism and gun violence includes a discussion guide.

For years before they both achieved acclaim in their respective professions, good friends Taye Diggs and Shane W. Evans wanted to collaborate on Chocolate Me!, a story based on experiences of feeling different and trying to fit in as kids. Now, both men are fathers and see more than ever the need for an audiobook that encourages all people, especially kids, to love themselves.

The third book in the early chapter book series The Nguyen Kids features the youngest sibling, Jacob, and continues the series’ exploration of social justice themes, specifically gender expression and identity, with a supernatural twist.

Daadi Maa’s Diary Of Secrets Why does Daadi Maa pinch so compulsively? Join Vivek as he secretly reads Daadi Maa's diary and learns about the tragedy that fell upon her when she was a young girl. But will tragedies tear apart his family or bring them together? Seven year old Vivek thinks his Daadi Maa is a mean old lady until he finds her diary. Although the first few entries are hilarious to him, Vivek soon realizes it was not meant to be funny.

What if your dragon is sad because he is different than his friends? What if he feel bad that his skin is red and is not like any of his friends? What if he’s worried that none of his friends have wings, tails, and scales like him? What if he’s so nervous because he’s different? What should you do? You teach him about diversity! Fun, cute, and entertaining, this is a must-have audiobook for children, parents, and teachers to teach kids about diversity and differences.

Young children process grief very differently than adults, and sometimes there are physical sensations that are uncomfortable and can cause anxiety. This book is meant to be an introduction to identifying those physical feelings, starting with “butterflies” in the tummy, being unable to sleep, and having a tight chest. It is also intended to help young children learn how to deal with those feelings.

Un livre pour enfant inspirant sur l'entraide, le courage, la persévérance, la confiance en soi et la tolérance Catastrophe! Cookie le Bichon s'est fait voler le doudou de son maitre par les mouettes! Il doit retrouver le doudou de son petit maître avant qu'il aille au lit! Charlie la gentille tortue vient à son aide. Mais arrivera t-elle à retrouver le doudou avant la nuit? Pour ça, elle va devoir affronter ses peurs et ses préjugés et faire preuve de persévérance et de courage! Va-t-elle y arriver?