Best Selling Books by Susan B. Katz

How do we experience the world? Let's learn all about the five senses! The human body is amazing! It gives us five different ways to learn about the world around us: through the eyes, through the skin, through the tongue, through the ears and the nose. Thanks to these parts of our bodies, we can see, feel, taste, hear and smell. These are the five senses! Why do bananas taste so good? Why does tickling cause so much laughter? Illustrated with familiar examples, this fun nonfiction set in the Learn About series gives readers a close-up look at the five senses, and it teaches them how each of the senses work. The sense of sight is one of our five senses. And it is amazing! Among many other things, it helps us see where we are going, recognize our family and friends, and learn in school. Learn about seeing, how it works, and common problems and diseases connected with it, with this perfect first introduction to the sense of sight!

"Album à couverture souple invitant à parcourir les douze mois de l'année, que l'on a associés à autant de formes géométriques. Sur chaque double page, un ou deux courtes phrases rimées servent d'introduction à une saynète mettant en scène une petite brunette, son compagnon rouquin et leur chien, que l'on suit dans différentes activités emblématiques des différentes périodes de l'année, dont on découvre en filigrane quelques fêtes ou phénomènes météo. Par exemple: "Fais rouler des cercles sous les flocons. Ajoute des branches, une carotte et des boutons." (Janvier) Ou encore: "Un octogone dnas les mains du brigadier et nous traversons en toute sécurité." (Septembre) Les différentes formes présentées sont rassemblées sur la dernière double page et le lecteur est invité à nommer ses favorites."--SDM.

Let your dreams change the world in this Spanish-language picture book biography of architect Antoni Gaudí! Deja que sus sueños cambien el mundo en este libro para niños de la biografía del arquitecto Antoni Gaudí. A Junior Library Guild Selection / Una Selección Junior Library Guild Also available in English/También disponsible en inglés: Gaudí: Architect of Imagination. Barcelona’s buildings shine with the colorful mosaics, flowing forms, and imaginative facades of celebrated architect, Antoni Gaudí. Learn about Gaudí’s incredible journey from battling health challenges to becoming one of the most iconic architects in the world. With an insightful eye into the world of an inspired genius, the Spanish edition of this picture book biography honors the achievements of Antoni Gaudí just in time to commemorate the 100th anniversary of his death and the scheduled completion of one of his most recognized buildings, the Sagrada Família. Los edificios de Barcelona brillan con los coloridos mosaicos, las formas fluidas y las fachadas imaginativas del célebre arquitecto Antoni Gaudí. Aprende sobre el increíble viaje de Gaudí desde luchar contra los desafíos de salud hasta convertirse en uno de los arquitectos más icónicos del mundo. Con una mirada perspicaz en el mundo de un genio inspirado, la edición española de este libro para niños rinde homenaje a los logros de Antoni Gaudí justo a tiempo para conmemorar el 100 aniversario de su muerte y la finalización prevista de uno de sus edificios más reconocidos, la Sagrada Família.

¡Desde La Llorona a la Bruja Bell, los niños estarán fascinados de aprender sobre todos los tipos de fantasmas famosos! Los capítulos tratan sobre los fantasmas del folklore, los fantasmas de la historia y los relatos de fantasmas contados alrededor de un fogón. From La Llorona to the Bell Witch, kids will thrill to learn about all kinds of famous ghosts! Chapters cover ghosts of folklore, ghosts from history, and ghost stories told around the campfire. Now in Spanish!

How do we experience the world? Let's learn all about the five senses! The human body is amazing! It gives us five different ways to learn about the world around us: through the eyes, through the skin, through the tongue, through the ears and the nose. Thanks to these parts of our bodies, we can see, feel, taste, hear and smell. These are the five senses! Why do bananas taste so good? Why does tickling cause so much laughter? Illustrated with familiar examples, this fun nonfiction set in the Learn About series gives readers a close-up look at the five senses, and it teaches them how each of the senses work. The sense of smell is one of our five senses. And it is amazing! It helps us recognize different smells, it brings back memories, and it keeps us safe. Smelling also enhances the taste of what we are eating! Learn about smelling, how it works, and common problems and diseases connected with it, with this perfect first introduction to the sense of smell!

Get ready for bed with this charming board book set to the tune of the beloved nursery rhyme, Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star. Blinker, blinker little car, how I love to zoom so far! After a busy day of play, including a thrilling race in the park, follow an adorable car as it gets ready to sleep in this rhyming bedtime story.

Discover the life of Walt Disney--a story about imagination and invention, for kids ages 6 to 9 Walt Disney was a talented artist who created magical new worlds in the form of TV shows, movies, and amusement parks. Before he won the hearts of millions with characters like Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck, Walt was an imaginative boy who loved drawing. He learned how to use the newest technology to make cartoons that would entertain and delight viewers all over the world. This book explores how Walt went from being a young boy growing up in the Midwest to a creative genius. What sets this Walt Disney biography apart: Core curriculum--Kids will discover the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Walt's life, and take a quick quiz to test their knowledge. Short chapters--This Walt Disney book features brief, easy-to-digest chapters that will keep young learners engaged and wanting to read more. His lasting legacy--Kids will discover how Walt changed the world of animation and entertainment for future generations. How will Walt's hard work and love of storytelling inspire the child in your life?

Compare sea creatures to land animals with similar names in this interactive play-on-words pop-up book with spectacular illustrations. Lions roar...sea lions snore. Are catfish, dogfish, and elephant seals the same as a cat, a dog, or an elephant? Pop-ups reveal their differences in this delightful introduction to amazing creatures of land and sea.

'A rare story that reframes the Holocaust narrative from victimhood to heroism' MITCH ALBOM Just two miles from where Anne Frank hid during WWII, Henriëtte Pimentel, a Jewish nursery director, plotted one of the most daring and far-reaching rescues of the war. Recruiting young women from her nursery and working in tandem with other Resistance members, Henriëtte successfully hid and smuggled six hundred children out of Amsterdam - right under the noses of their Nazi captors. Angels of Amsterdam draws on recent interviews with the survivors and former teenage resistance workers. Over the past four years, authors Esther Shaya and Susan B. Katz travelled extensively to gather first-hand accounts from these heroes and the children they rescued, now in their 80s and 90s. Coupled with archival images, this remarkable, real-life World War II narrative is a story for the ages.

Discover the life of Gandhi--a story for kids ages 6 to 9 about building bridges to peace Gandhi was one of the most important leaders in history. He used peaceful protests and other nonviolent methods to stand up for equal rights for all people. Before he showed the world that peaceful actions can create powerful change, he was a shy young boy who kept to himself. He studied hard in school, became a lawyer, and used his skills to help others. Explore how Gandhi went from being a quiet kid growing up in India to one of the bravest and most outspoken leaders in the entire world. How will his strength and dedication inspire you to do great things? The Story of Gandhi includes: Word definitions--Find a helpful glossary with easy-to-understand definitions for some of the more advanced words and ideas in the book. Test your knowledge--Take a fun quiz to make sure you know the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Gandhi's life. Lasting change--Dive deeper into the ways Gandhi changed the world for future generations, including you. Gandhi started out as a dreamer, just like you! Learn more about his life with The Story of Gandhi.

A mother shares with her child the magic and warmth of plants, animals, sunshine, and moonlight.

Introduces readers to the Mexican painter Frida Kahlo.

"From the sun to lamps, light is all around us. Learn how shadows are made. Then discover with friends from Sesame Street how objects are transparent, translucent, and opaque"--

Read about what kids and young people around the world are doing to save the planet by protecting its largest ecosystem: the ocean! What’s an Environmentor? Someone smart, persistent, and kind hearted. Someone who shares their knowledge and experience to help others. Someone who looks for solutions instead of complaining about problems. Someone like Captain Charles Moore, who discovered a floating collection of plastic waste in the middle of the ocean called the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. His research on the environment inspired thousands to save the oceans. This book is an introduction to fifteen people around the world who are taking action in their own way. Are you an Environmentor in the making? How far could you go by using what you know? How many people could you affect, and what kind of difference would that make? As you’ll see in this book, the actions of just one person can echo around the world for years to come. MEET THE MENTORS: This book includes profiles on different people from all over the world who are finding new ways to advocate for clean oceans. THERE IS NO PLANET B: Protecting the environment is a responsibility we all share as citizens of Earth. THINK GLOBALLY, ACT LOCALLY: This book includes both background information on ocean pollution and forward-thinking ways to take action against it. PACKED WITH FACTS: This 96-page chapter book includes timelines and infographics for a visual understanding of science and history. GREAT FOR BOOK REPORTS AND SCIENCE FAIRS: This nonfiction book is written by a bestselling author and educator.