Kids Learning

How does the president get his job? How do people know who will win an election before everybody’s voted? Do the candidates hate each other? Dan Gutman takes on his strangest subject ever: the American political system. Reaching through history from the days of the founding fathers to today’s voting system, Gutman tackles complex subjects in a clear, easy-to-understand way. Even grown-ups will find something in here that they’ve never learned before.

Bubble Riding teaches children how to relax, calm down, and lower stress by introducing them to a research-based technique woven into this story. Children travel on a relaxing bubble ride through the ocean using visualizations. A sea child and turtle show the children how filling and relaxing their bodies with the colors of the rainbow will relax their mind and body. Visualizing is the ability to form a mental image of, or use your imagination. This technique can have a positive impact on your child’s overall health, creativity, and performance. Visualization, also known as creative ...

In The Homework Myth, nationally known educator and parenting expert Alfie Kohn systematically examines the usual defenses of homework - that it promotes higher achievement, "reinforces" learning, and teaches study skills and responsibility. None of these assumptions, he shows, actually passes the test of research, logic, or experience.

Everything you ever wanted to know about the wonderful parakeet! Do you ever wonder if parakeets make good pets? Do you want to step into the world of parakeets and learn everything about them? Do you want to provide your pet parakeet with the perfect environment? Inside, you will find pictures, important information, and fun facts, making this the only book about parakeets you will ever need. You will also find tips for setting up the perfect home and choosing the right food for these colorful birds. Here’s what you will learn while reading this book: Parakeets as Pets - Introduction ...

Do you want to be amazed by Cheetah pictures? Let's see color photos of Cheetahs! You and your child will find pictures of Cheetahs, for children starting to listen to audiobooks or those who like picture books. Cheetahs: Photos and Fun Facts for Kids. It is Book 37 in the Kids Learn with Pictures Series. This book is around a clear concept: See pictures of Cheetahs. This is an audiobook of animals that ask questions of the pictures shown to the listener to encourage interaction and responses from the child.

Want to boost your child’s learning? Want to help them build foundational skills that will make them better equipped for the tasks ahead? They may still be in kindergarten, but this is a prime period for children to absorb new knowledge. And one of the best ways that kids can learn at this age is through listening. The more they’re exposed to talk and interaction, the more their vocabulary expands, and the better they’ll be able to communicate. With this audiobook, your child will enrich their vocabulary and develop their spelling and pronunciation skills.

Do you want to be amazed by pictures of panthers? Let's see color photos of panthers! You and your child will find pictures of panthers with short, simplified text for children learning to read or those who like picture books. Panthers: Photos and Fun Facts for Kids is book 112 in the Kids Learn with Pictures series. This book is centered around a clear concept: seeing pictures of panthers. This is a stock photo book of animals that asks questions about the pictures shown to encourage interaction and responses from the child.

For over four years, Jesse’s father’s addiction to alcohol and gambling deprives Jesse and his mom of basic necessities, overwhelming twelve-year-old Jesse Hall. He feels a need to help his family, but it causes him to neglect school so much that he is in danger of repeating the sixth grade. Jesse forges his mom’s name on his grade card and makes other bad choices. He thinks a lie will cover up his misdeed and is sure his sin is redeemable. Jesse blames all his problems on his father’s drinking and gambling and yearns for him to reform. Then, at the County Fair Jesse sees the worst ...

As a Christian parent, you want your children to develop good character and godly wisdom. But how do you go beyond hoping and praying to teaching them ethical knowledge, practical skills, and virtuous habits? This innovative guide provides practical, effective ideas you can use to help your children build their faith and character in 50 ways, including engaging with the Bible and culture, interacting with God and others, making good decisions, becoming better learners, and managing conflict.

Are you looking for a complete fairy tales compendium? Through stories, our kids learn many of the values and character traits that they will hold on to and hopefully demonstrate later in life as they grow up. We hope that this collection of stories will inspire your child similarly with characteristics such as friendship, courage, equality, hope, generosity, patience, inclusion, conservation, and love for all. Dream the sweetest dreams, little ones! The fantasy world helps kids broaden their minds and imaginations.

Jump around the globe and explore new countries with COUNTRY JUMPER. This young world traveler has a zest for adventure and will take you on a tour around the world, introducing you to fascinating facts about each country. In their travels with COUNTRY JUMPER, readers can glimpse into each country’s history, national treasures, traditions, cultures, places to visit, food, and more. They will also learn about fun activities to do if they get the opportunity to visit these countries. With 205 books in the series, each book is filled with captivating information that inspires curiosity and ...

Are you ready to unleash your passion for Spanish language?! With "Easy Short Stories in Spanish for Beginners”, each chapter opens up a world of adventure that pulls you right in! Imagine wandering through the magical aisles of the "Supermercado de los Deseos," or stumbling upon a mysterious gift that unveils surprises you never expected—these stories will transport you straight into the vibrant heartbeat of the Spanish language!

This book will increase your child's word power, and you may learn something, too. A love of language is such an important skill, and this book explains the important of picking the right words and broadening your vocabulary with lots of examples. Learn the origins of the words gobbledygook and bop. Learn about compound words, metaphors, riddles, and even creating your own words. You'll also pick up some obscure words along the way from absquatulate to tintinnabulation and learn how lots of different words can describe similar activities.

Packed full of practical strategies and daily habits for understanding anxiety and ADHD, this compilation of books will empower you and your child. With the right awareness and some simple and straightforward practices and methodologies for navigating anxiety and ADHD, you and your child can work together to move past all the avoidance, unnecessary tears and stress. With these professional insights, you and your child can both relax into a whole new way of living—with more joy, more smiles, and a whole new understanding.

The author offers listeners the information, guidance, and concrete strategies they need to support the well-being and well-becoming of all kids. In Whole Child, Whole Life Learning, the author draws from personal experiences as a mother, educator, social worker, and field leader. In each chapter she braids these personal experiences with stories from the field and the translation of cross-disciplinary research.

Dive into a world where science meets adventure with "Science Explorers"! This captivating eBook is your gateway to exploring the wonders of our universe through hands-on experiments and engaging activities. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned experimenter, "Science Explorers" offers something for everyone. Begin your journey with an introduction to why science is so much fun and learn how to prepare your very own lab safely. From there, delve into chapters rich with experiments and learning opportunities. Discover the magic of kitchen chemistry, witness color-changing reactions...

Even though he's best known for his successful PBS series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, Fred Rogers never dreamed of working in television. In fact, he hated the very first program that he ever watched! Join author Diane Bailey as she takes listeners through the journey that brought Mister Rogers into our living rooms. From his childhood interest in puppet-making and music, to his courageous visit to Russia during the Cold War, this audiobook details Mister Rogers' quest for kindness and his gentle appeal to be more neighborly.

Jump around the globe and explore new countries with COUNTRY JUMPER. This young world traveler has a zest for adventure and will take you on a tour around the world, introducing you to fascinating facts about each country. In their travels with COUNTRY JUMPER, readers can glimpse into each country’s history, national treasures, traditions, cultures, places to visit, food, and more. They will also learn about fun activities to do if they get the opportunity to visit these countries. With 205 books in the series, each book is filled with captivating information that inspires curiosity and ...

Jump around the globe and explore new countries with COUNTRY JUMPER. This young world traveler has a zest for adventure and will take you on a tour around the world, introducing you to fascinating facts about each country. In their travels with COUNTRY JUMPER, readers can glimpse into each country’s history, national treasures, traditions, cultures, places to visit, food, and more. They will also learn about fun activities to do if they get the opportunity to visit these countries. With 205 books in the series, each book is filled with captivating information that inspires curiosity and ...

Young Linguists teaches kids essential language skills fast. That means 20-30-minute lessons to help kids stay engaged, and daily repetition to reinforce learning. We also narrow down vocabulary to the most-used words and phrases, so that you are learning what you can apply. These books also included detailed sections in English on effective strategies for learning new languages and ideas to carry on learning and applying what you know once the course is complete. In addition, there are complete review sections for learning, comprehension, and speaking repetition.