Community Learning & Civic Engagement

Lulu and the Hunger Monster ™

Lulu's story personalizes the struggles of children experiencing food insecurity and hunger.

Lulu and the Hunger Monster / Lulú y el Monstruo del Hambre

Award-winning story of food insecurity and hunger is available as an English-Spanish bilingual book.

Frankie versus the Food Phantom

A class project leads Frankie to learn where her food comes from and go up against the Food Phantom.

Frankie versus the Food Phantom / Frankie contra el fantasma de los alimentos

Every Vote Matters: The Power of Your Voice, from Student Elections to the Supreme Court

This timely book examines crucial Supreme Court cases that were decided by a single vote, and why they matter to teens

Jayden's Secret Ingredient

Jayden discovers the secret ingredient to trying something new.

How to Bird

Birding for everyone, everywhere.

Paula's Patches

Problem-solver Paula patches her pants-and encourages her class to be resourceful, mend, and reuse.

Make a Splash! A Kid's Guide to Protecting Earth's Ocean, Lakes, Rivers & Wetlands, 2nd Edition

Teach elementary kids about the water crisis and empower them to take action.

Jesse and the Snack Food Genie

When the Snack Food Genie appears, Jesse begins to recognize how food fuels his body.

Jesse and the Snack Food Genie / Jesse y el genio de los bocadillos

When the Snack Food Genie appears, Jesse begins to recognize how food fuels his body.

Culture and Diversity

A picture book about understanding cultural diversity and practicing empathy.

Protecting the Planet

A picture book about the effects of littering, pollution, and global warming, and how we can care for the earth.

Rights and Equality

A picture book about human rights and why fighting for equality is important.

Real Kids, Real Stories, Real Change: Courageous Actions Around the World

Thirty true stories profiling ordinary kids doing extraordinary things around the world

Real Kids, Real Stories, Real Character: Choices That Matter Around the World

Inspiring true stories from around the world of kids modeling courage, perseverance, and kindness in their communities

Real Kids, Real Stories, Real Challenges: Overcoming Adversity Around the World

Inspiring true stories of kids from around the world of kids who have overcome obstacles to create success for themselves.

Hello, Beech Tree!

Based on real events, this charming story features a kindergarten class in Brooklyn who pays homage to their beloved lost beech tree and takes action to plant a new one.

Me and You and the Universe

Kids learn the importance of connecting with others, with nature, and with themselves in this journey from the minuscule to the massive

Dear Dad: Love, Nelson: The Story of One Boy and His Incarcerated Father

A boy's letters to his incarcerated father help them stay connected even while they're apart.

The Kid's Guide to Service Projects: Over 500 Service Ideas for Young People Who Want to Make a Difference

Updated edition for kids who want to make a difference

The Teen Guide to Global Action: How to Connect with Others (Near and Far) to Create Social Change

Everything youth need to make a difference at the local, national, or global level.

Simple Acts: The Busy Teen's Guide to Making a Difference

Simple and actionable tools to help busy young people make a difference in the world.

Rules! Rules! Rules!

Empower kids with tools for respecting, questioning, and coping with rules.