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by Nicola Edwards Young readers can discover what life is like for children all around the world as they explore everything from food to family, and even learn how to say hello in many different languages. Young readers can discover what life is like for children all around the world as they explore everything from food to family, and even learn how to say hello in many different languages. They will see where it's polite to slurp your food and bad manners to give the thumbs-up sign. … [Read more...] about Children of the World

25 Women Explorers and Scientists Share Adventures, Inspiration, and Advice by Clare Fieseler In these inspirational, exhilarating, and poignant accounts of exploration, 25 female National Geographic explorers reveal their greatest successes, most epic failures, and astonishing adventures. Track a volcanologist as she braves the elements atop an active volcano. Travel alongside a mountaineer as she battles stereotypes and frostbite to conquer the famed Seven Summits. Join a … [Read more...] about No Boundaries

by Bob Barner Follow two children as they celebrate their ancestors on this vibrant holiday. They offer marigolds, sugar skulls, and special bread, and make delicious foods. By spreading marigold petals, they guide the dead home to join the festivities. Finally, after singing and dancing, it's time for bed. Bob Barner's luscious collages incorporate the traditional symbols of Day of the Dead. His poetic text is both English and Spanish. An author's note provides additional information on the … [Read more...] about The Day of the Dead = El Día de los Muertos

by Patricia Toht Pick a pumpkin from the patch. Tall and lean or short and fat. Vivid orange, ghostly white, or speckled green, might be just right. Pairing a wonderfully rhythmic read-aloud text with expressive retro illustrations, author Patricia Toht and illustrator Jarvis capture all the excitement and familial feeling of a favorite holiday tradition. Readers will be happy to follow along with each step, from picking out the perfect specimen at the pumpkin patch (be sure to stop for … [Read more...] about Pick a Pumpkin

by Katrina M. Phillips Indigenous Peoples' Day is about celebrating! The second Monday in October is a day to honor Native American people, their histories, and cultures. People mark the day with food, dancing, and songs. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways. Find it in Juvenile Non-Fiction here. … [Read more...] about Indigenous Peoples’ Day

This ghoulish gent from Pottery Barn has plenty of strength to hold up two glass bowls filled with condiments, nuts or olives. Made of aluminum with an antique bronze finish.Two glass bowls.Bowls are removable for easy cleaning. Description courtesy of the Potter Barn. This same item for sale elsewhere retails for upwards of $73. Now at the Gold Mine for $25. … [Read more...] about Party Skeleton at The Gold Mine