This beloved award-winning author; who has made us chuckle while capturing the essence of childhood and family life, discusses his art and inspiration.
In this reflective poetic tribute, the author remembers growing up when many of the great figures in African-American history gathered in her family home to talk and share ideas and even sing.
Vashti doesn't think she can draw, but her teacher encourages her to "just make a mark and see where it takes you." Vashti at first ventures one small and unremarkable dot, but is soon making big d
In the style of the children’s rhyme “The House That Jack Built,” The Pot That Juan Built poetically tells the story of Mexico’s most famous potter, Juan Quezada.
This Caldecott Medal winning book poetically reveals the life of the photographer and farmer, Wilson Bentley. From the time he was a small boy, Willie was fascinated by snowflakes.
Get ready for “toad-al” fun with Bill Nye and the “Amphibians” episode. Frogs, toads, salamanders, newts, and caecilians (worm-like animals that have backbones) are all amphibians, animals that spend part of their lives in water and part on land. Amphibians are slimy. Amphibians are cold-blooded that means their body temperature changes with the temperature outside.
Learning about science can be hard work, but simple machines can make it easier. Let Bill Nye push and pull you around ramps, levers, screws, and pulleys.
Emily is ready and excited for the first day of school. She has a lot to learn! Her teacher, Miss Cribbage, makes the alphabet, counting, writing, drawing, singing, and dancing exciting and fun.
