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This national best-seller chronicles the true story of two brothers coming of age in the Henry Horner public housing complex in Chicago. Lafeyette and Pharoah Rivers are 11 and nine years old when the story begins in the summer of 1987. Living with their mother and six siblings, they struggle against grinding poverty, gun violence, gang influences, overzealous police officers, and overburdened and neglectful bureaucracies. Immersed in their lives for two years, Kotlowitz brings us this classic rendering of growing up poor in America’s cities.

From jungle giants to deep-sea creatures, this audiobook is packed with fun facts and colourful illustrations about animals and their habitats.

Respected Waldorf educator Rahima Baldwin Dancy explains the different stages of learning that children go through from birth to age six, giving you the wisdom and understanding to enrich your child's natural development in the right way at the right time. A trusted classic for over 20 years, this newly revised edition contains updated resources and additional information on discipline, early childhood programs, toilet training, using home life as curriculum, and more. From language and cognitive development to appropriate toys, Dancy speaks up for a rational approach to child-rearing.

From the bestselling authors of The Montessori Toddler and The Montessori Baby, this book guides parents through the principles of Montessori to enhance their children's development and foster respectful relationships with their families and the world. When children are given independence, the...

Blast off into space and learn all about planets, stars, galaxies, and the solar system in this exciting and easy-to-understand guide for kids.

This audiobook introduces young children to the basics of polite and respectful behaviour through simple language, cheerful illustrations, and easy-to-follow examples.

An exciting and informative guide to the wonders of space, this audiobook takes young readers on a journey through the solar system, stars, galaxies, astronauts, and space missions—filled with fascinating facts, stunning images, and easy-to-understand explanations.

A fascinating collection of 365 space facts that take children on an amazing journey through the stars, planets, and galaxies—perfect for young space enthusiasts and curious minds.

This enduring classic of educational thought offers teachers and parents deep, original insight into the nature of early learning. John Holt was the first to make clear that, for small children, "learning is as natural as breathing." In this delightful yet profound book, he looks at how we learn...

Cutting-edge research reveals that parents can play a huge role in helping toddlers and preschoolers with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) connect with others and live up to their potential. This encouraging guide from the developers of a groundbreaking early intervention program provides doable, practical strategies you can use every day. Nearly all young kids - including those with ASD - have an amazing capacity to learn. Drs. Sally Rogers, Geraldine Dawson, and Laurie Vismara make it surprisingly simple to turn daily routines like breakfast or bath time into fun learning experiences.

Make maths exciting with this engaging audiobook full of colourful visuals, number games and easy-to-understand explanations that help children build strong foundations in maths and logical thinking.

From smartphones to robots, this audiobook introduces children to the amazing world of technology with fun facts, real-world examples, and beginner-friendly explanations of how things work.

In The Formula: Unlocking the Secrets to Raising Highly Successful Children, Harvard economist Ronald Ferguson, named in a New York Times profile as the foremost expert on the US educational "achievement gap," along with award-winning journalist Tatsha Robertson, reveal an intriguing blueprint for helping children from all types of backgrounds become successful adults.

Over decades of research and work with thousands of families, Russell A. Barkley has become a leading authority on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in kids and teens. He has learned what a huge difference parents can make in supporting their children's success - as well as how overwhelming it can be. This concise guide presents 12 key parenting principles for dealing with common behavioral, emotional, and school challenges.

A beautifully illustrated audiobook that introduces children to the wonders of nature, including plants, animals, weather, and ecosystems around the world.

Discover amazing facts about countries, cultures, flags, and maps from around the globe—perfect for curious young minds who love exploring the world.

A diverse collection of autistic voices that highlights how parents can avoid common mistakes and misconceptions, and make their child feel truly accepted, valued, and celebrated for who they are. Most resources available for parents come from psychologists, educators, and doctors, offering...

Explore the wonders of science and the latest in technology—from cool inventions to fun experiments, this audiobook makes learning super exciting.

Travel to the most incredible places on Earth—from natural wonders to famous landmarks—with fascinating facts and stunning visuals for young explorers.

Take a fascinating journey inside the human body to learn how your brain, heart, bones, and muscles work in this child-friendly anatomy guide.