New Releases by Susan B. Katz

Discover the life of Fred Rogers—a story about helping others for kids ages 6 to 9 Fred Rogers created one of the longest-running children''s TV shows ever, Mister Rogers'' Neighborhood. Before he became famous for his puppetry and storytelling, Fred was a shy kid who couldn''t play outside because of his allergies. He found a passion for puppets, which he used to start his own TV show as an adult. On his show, Fred helped kids make sense of both serious and silly things, talk about their feelings, and feel loved. Explore how Fred Rogers went from a young boy growing up in Pennsylvania to an award-winning TV show host and beloved role model. Independent reading—This Fred Rogers biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so kids 6 to 9 can read and learn on their own. Critical thinking—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Fred''s life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more. A lasting legacy—Learn more about how Fred Rogers made a difference in the lives of millions of children and changed the world for the better. How will Fred''s kindness inspire you? Discover activists, artists, athletes, and more from across history with the rest of the Story Of series, including famous figures like: Jim Henson, Walt Disney, Stan Lee, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Albert Einstein.

Winner of the 2020 International Children''s Mind/Body/Spirit Book Award! Your racing train of thoughts may try to take you down the railroad tracks, but you can stay in the Meditation Station, where children ages 4-8 learn how to calm their bodies and minds. All aboard for Meditation Station! It''s time to learn how to manage our busy minds, difficult feelings, and frustrations by staying with our breath and in our body. Your train of thoughts might be racing, but you can manage it with some simple steps. Take a deep breath in, and then let the breath out slowly. That is how you will learn what meditation is all about. The next train is coming. Can you hear it chugging along? Stay in the meditation station--don''t hop on the train! Just wave goodbye to your racing mind and find inner calm.

Inspire children to love and protect animals, with this biography of the renowned conservationist and zoologist for young readers. Jane Goodall is a celebrated scientist for her studies of chimpanzees in the forests of Africa. Before she observed chimps and helped save them from losing their home, Jane was a curious kid who loved learning about animals. She showed people that women could be scientists, just like men, and fought to follow her dream of working with wild chimps. Explore how Jane Goodall went from being a young nature lover in England to the most important chimpanzee expert in the world. The Story of Jane Goodall biography chapter book for kids ages six–nine includes: Word definitions—Discover helpful definitions for the more advanced words and ideas in the book. Test your knowledge—Take a quiz at the end of the book to make sure you understand the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Jane Goodall''s life. A lasting legacy—Learn about how Jane made the world a better place for future generations of both humans and animals. How will Jane Goodall''s strong will inspire you?

Introduces readers to the Mexican painter Frida Kahlo.

"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.

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