New Releases by Stephen Krensky

Experience the historic Apollo 11 mission from Earth to the moon in this gripping space adventure for kids ages 9-12. Step back in time to July 16, 1969, and relive the thrill of the moon landing alongside Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin as they go where no one has ever been before. This is the story of the legendary Apollo 11 mission, humanity’s oldest dream – and everyone who made it happen. Learn all about one of the greatest moments in science history in this exciting, fast-paced narrative, from President Kennedy’s bold challenge to the breathtaking moment that humans first walked on the lunar surface. Join the crew and discover: A gripping, action-packed narrative with historical accuracy that allows readers to deep-dive into the Apollo 11 mission and those historic first footsteps. Atmospheric illustrations that give a moody graphic novel vibe, perfect for kids ages 9-12. Accessible STEM learning through light-touch diagrams and science explanations that reveal how the mission was made possible. The perfect gift for young space lovers, Moon Landing is a must-have space adventure book that will inspire you to look at the stars and imagine the impossible. More in the series Explore more of the greatest moments in science history, told as exciting adventure stories with DK Science Stories. Next, discover the gripping true story of the world’s first antibiotic in Project Penicillin.

In the late 1800s, Annie Kopchosky sets out to achieve the unprecedented feat of biking around the world.

Prepare your little one for their first day of preschool or kindergarten with this uplifting board book from the Empowerment series! I fit just right in every chair. With toys and books for me to share. Reassuring rhyming text introduces preschoolers to their first day of school where a welcoming teacher, a cheery classroom, and new friends await! The Empowerment series addresses the small victories of growing up and starting to embrace the world on their own terms with encouraging text and retro-fresh illustrations. Celebrate the milestones of toddlerhood with the whole series.

Discover the incredible life story of Barack Obama, who became the first African American president of the USA. This popular biography series from DK goes beyond the basic facts, to share with children the true life stories of history’s most interesting and inspiring people. Young readers can enjoy learning all about Barack Obama, famous for his meteoric rise to the presidency of the most powerful country in the world – the USA. Follow the story of how Obama realized his dreams – a story of success, resilience, and perseverance, to become one of the most admired leaders the world has ever seen. Discover Barack’s fight against racial and social injustices, hardships and setbacks in his early career, and his personal happiness when marrying Michelle. Colorful photographs and beautiful hand-drawn illustrations go alongside exciting text to create an engaging book that children will immerse themselves in. Learn about Barack Obama in this biography for children ages 8+, featuring: - Obama’s tale chapter by chapter, unveiling not just the facts, but also what he was thinking and feeling in his own words - 12 narrative chapters, plus full-page quotes and photo galleries scattered throughout the book, keeping reluctant readers engaged - Full-color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations, along with maps, quotes, and a reference section, a timeline of Barack’s life, a quiz, and a glossary of key terms - An educational biography that’s part of the collectible Life Stories series - Part of the fascinating Life Stories biography collection, this series is about amazing people who have shaped our world, that children aged 8 and upwards will enjoy collecting. Children can learn all about Barack Obama’s remarkable journey, from his unsettled early childhood, through to his struggle to find a meaningful first job as a young man in this gripping true life story to inspire young readers.

Celebrate the joys of learning to share in I Like to Share!, an exuberant board book from the Empowerment series! I kept snacks to myself. Now I give some away. Once I hogged the whole swing. Now I let others play. With relevant and charming specifics, author Stephen Krensky and award-winning artist Sara Gillingham address the joy we feel from giving back. The Empowerment series addresses the small victories of growing up and starting to embrace the world on your own terms with encouraging text and retro-fresh illustrations. Celebrate the milestones of toddlerhood with the whole series. I Can Do It Myself! Now I Am Big! I Know a Lot! I Am So Brave! I Like to Share! I Am Ready for School!

Independent readers can learn about Columbus''s fateful voyage in this dramatic, easy-to-read account of a pivotal moment in history, revised from the original 1991 edition. Christopher Columbus''s landfall in what he thought were the "Indies" was full of surprises. This revised edition includes an author''s note that provides context for readers about colonization, and shines a light on the fate of the Indigenous People whose land and livelihood were forever altered by Columbus''s arrival. This History Reader recounts the events that paved the way for the establishment of the Americas. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. For children who are ready to read on their own.

In this kids biography, discover the inspiring story of Nelson Mandela, who became the first black president of South Africa after spending 27 years in prison. In 1964, Nelson Mandela was sentenced to a lifetime in jail. His crime? Attempting to overthrow a government that openly discriminated against its black citizens. After spending 27 years behind bars, Mandela was released, allowing him to continue his struggle for equality in South Africa--and to become the country''s first black president. In this biography book for kids ages 8-11, learn all about Mandela''s incredible life, his fight against apartheid, and how he helped bring peace to his nation. This new biography series from DK goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history''s most interesting people. Full-color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, maps, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes this the one biography series every teacher and librarian will want to collect. Each book also includes an author''s introduction letter, a glossary, and an index.

From ancient Egypt to medieval jousts, from office jobs to grocery shopping, one boy reimagines the modern world with dinosaurs in hiding. This fun, light read will tickle readers’ funny bones while subtly introducing themes of conservation and stewardship, inspiring children to question the world around them.

A toddler must learn how to deal with a new baby in the house.

Will these fraidy cats EVER get to sleep? The Fraidy Cats let their imaginations run wild one dark and noisy night. They imagine all sorts of scary things--from wild elephants to hungry wolves! With Stephen Krensky''s easy-to-read text and Betsy Lewin''s eye-catching artwork on every page, kids will keep turning the pages of this leveled reader!The new edition of this best-selling Scholastic Level 2 Reader features brand-new cover artwork from best-selling illustrator, Betsy Lewin.

Learn about the history of video games, about classic profiles such as Pong and Pac-Man and about the technologies that inspired the games of today

Warm up with the enticing history of hot chocolate in this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a series about the history of fun stuff! History of Fun Stuff: The Sweet Story of Hot Chocolate was named a 2015 NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People! Did you know that for thousands of years, chocolate was a beverage and not a solid candy? Or that soldiers in the Revolutionary War received a monthly ration of chocolate for drinking? Learn all about the history of America’s favorite wintertime treat in this fun, fact-filled Level 3 Ready-to-Read! A special section at the back of the book includes relevant info on subjects like social studies and science, and there’s even a fun quiz so you can test yourself to see what you’ve learned!

Chow down on a slice of history in this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read all about pizza, part of a series about the history of fun stuff! Did you know that two thousand years ago, the soldiers of Darius the Great used their shields to cook a pizza-like flatbread? Or that Americans eat approximately 350 slices of pizza per second? That adds up to more than seventy-five football fields of pizza each day! Learn all about the mouthwatering history of pizza in this fun, fact-filled book. A special section at the back of the book includes relevant info on subjects like geography and science, and there’s even a fun quiz so you can test yourself to see what you’ve learned!

Celebrate trying new things with I Am So Brave!, an encouraging board book from the Empowerment series! With relevant and charming specifics, author Stephen Krensky and award-winning artist Sara Gillingham celebrate the achievements of overcoming fears and trying new things. I was scared of big dogs. Then I made a new friend. I was scared of the water. Now I love the deep end. The Empowerment series addresses the small victories of growing up and starting to embrace the world on your own terms with encouraging text and retro-fresh illustrations. Celebrate the milestones of toddlerhood with the whole series. I Can Do It Myself! Now I Am Big! I Know a Lot! I Am So Brave! I Like to Share! I Am Ready for School!

Picky eating is a common occurrence in many households, but this charming story turns this topic on its head as little Sam''s refusal to eat changes a simple dinnertime meal into a hilarious display of silly parental antics! Includes a punch-out paper airplane. Full color. Consumable.

Children and parents alike will delight in this joyous declaration of toddler independence. This book celebrates the feats of growing out of babyhood and starting to embrace the world on your own terms. Whether it’s being tall enough to reach a high shelf or brave enough to splash in the waves, Krensky and Gillingham address the small victories that come with growing just a little bit older. Energentic text and retro-fresh illustrations celebrate this important developmental stage with charm and relevance. Note: illustrations are in the style of vintage screen prints, with imperfect variations in color and texture. Praise for I Can Do It Myself "Short and satisfying, these ''empowering celebrations'' of burgeoning independence will encourage small children to see how far they''ve already come." —The Wall Street Journal "Krensky celebrates the increasing independence of toddlers and their pride of accomplishment." —The Horn Book Awards The Canadian Children''s Book Centre''s Best Books for Kids & Teens - Spring 2013 Toronto Public Library system’s “First & Best” Reading Program

Celebrates a toddler's increasing knowledge of the world, such as that rocks are heavy and flowers are light.

Children and parents alike will delight in this joyous declaration of toddler independence. This book celebrates the feats of growing out of babyhood and starting to embrace the world on your own terms. Whether it''s being tall enough to reach a high shelf or brave enough to splash in the waves, Krensky and Gillingham address the small victories that come with growing just a little bit older. Energentic text and retro-fresh illustrations celebrate this important developmental stage with charm and relevance. Note: illustrations are in the style of vintage screen prints, with imperfect variations in color and texture. Praise for Now I Am Big STARRED REVIEW "Lovely, understated verse and artwork with a delightfully vintage feel are in perfect sync in this testament to a boy''s increasing capabilities...It''s a quiet yet confident affirmation of the skills children master with each passing year." --Publishers Weekly, starred review "Short and satisfying, these ''empowering celebrations'' of burgeoning independence will encourage small children to see how far they''ve already come." --The Wall Street Journal "Krensky celebrates the increasing independence of toddlers and their pride of accomplishment." --The Horn Book

In 1867, while staying with her father in a small California mining town, ten-year-old Winnie meets a Chinese boy close to her age and discovers the role of his people in completing the transcontinental railroad.

Featuring redesigned jackets, interiors, and up-to-date vocabulary throughout, DK Readers now have a fresh new look! Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children''s interests while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With DK Readers, children will learn to read-and read to learn! Ring! Ring! Ring! It''s the fire alarm! A house is on fire! The fire fighters are on their way!

What can your dad do? Can he climb the highest mountain? Or swim to the bottom of the sea? In this heartwarming story about how dads are strong, brave, and all-around great, dads can do anything. Includes a sheet of fun stickers!

Four rabbits try to find out if they have enough money to buy a hat for their mother.

On April 15, 1947, Matt Romano and his father watch the Brooklyn Dodgers season-opener, during which Jackie Robinson, a twenty-eight-year-old rookie, breaks the "color line" that had kept black men out of Major League baseball. Includes facts about Jackie Robinson''s life and career.

After an earthquake hits San Francisco, Lizzie looks for her parents and encounters the terrible destruction around the city, and includes a script and instructions for staging a theatrical performance of this adventure.

"A photographic story of a life"--Cover.

Noah is distracted by animals making whatever sound comes into their heads while he is trying to build, then pilot, the ark, and so he devises a way for each animal to choose only one sound.

Chaucer knows bears are supposed to sleep through the winter, but he doesn''t want to miss all the fun. This sweet picture book celebrates winter and friendship. Full color.

I show up bright against the sky. I swoop and swoosh and flutter by. What can I be? What do you see? Stephen Krensky’s clever, rhyming text entices young readers to guess which endangered species are hiding beneath the flaps! From a panda bear to a monarch butterfly, each spread features text and flaps which hint at the animal’s identity, until finally it is revealed by lifting the flap. Composed of 100% recycled material, this playful and interactive new title is both entertaining and environmentally friendly!

A simple text describes various trucks at work.

Count the jungle friends as they stretch, spin, and push their way through their workout routines. An interactive book that''s filled with textures to touch and feel.