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  Flat Out Fascinating - The World...

  Skyler Bosse

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  The contents of this book are intended for entertainment, curiosity, and a healthy dose of critical thinking. While Flat Out Fascinating dives into the peculiar world of Flat Earth beliefs, it is not an endorsement of, nor a scientific argument for, pancake-shaped planets or domed skies. No globes were harmed in the making of this book, though a few flat surfaces might have been questioned. 
  Any resemblance to actual Flat Earthers, conspiracies, or rogue Antarctic penguins is purely coincidental – or the result of an elaborate algorithmic conspiracy. Readers are advised to bring their sense of humor, a grain of salt (or several), and, if necessary, a compass. 
  For questions, concerns, or existential crises caused by the material herein, please consult your nearest globe.

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  Teaching for Change - How...

  Yvonne Clark-Rhines, Monica...

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  This powerful picture book biography spotlights Septima Poinsette Clark, the civil rights leader who taught Black adults how to combat Jim Crow-era voting regulations. Written by Septima’s granddaughter, Yvonne Clark-Rhines, along with acclaimed author Monica Clark-Robinson, this is a must-have for readers who were moved by Hidden Figures, The Oldest Student, and I Am Ruby Bridges. 
  Septima Clark was born poor, Black, and a girl. Being one of those things in 1898 was hard, but all three meant that access to education was going to be a fight. But with strong, hard-working women in her life, a determination to learn, and a passion for knowledge, Septima learned to read and write against all odds. 
  With stunning art by debut illustrator Abigail Albano-Payton, this lyrical biography charts the monumental life of one tenacious woman—once referred to as The Mother of the Civil Rights Movement by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—who made it her mission to bring equity to literacy. Thanks to her efforts, the Black community was able to rise up against oppressive Jim Crow laws that tried to stifle their votes. 
  Septima persevered through adversity, discrimination, and even wrongful arrests to ensure that the road to liberation remained open for all people. This story is a testament to the power and importance of community-minded action. 

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  Forest's Magic Spirit of Elk...

  Max Marshall

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  Step into a world of magic and wonder in book, a captivating children's book that will transport readers on an unforgettable adventure. Join Christina as she embarks on a mystical journey through a mysterious forest, discovering her true purpose along the way. 
  In this enchanting tale, Christina encounters a majestic elk with otherworldly qualities, its appearance signaling a destiny intertwined with the enchanted forest. With courage and curiosity, Christina delves deeper into the forest, unravelling ancient folklore and seeking answers to her newfound connection with the magical elk. 
  Through breathtaking illustrations and captivating storytelling, young readers will be spellbound as Christina forms a bond with the elk spirit and ventures into a hidden grove at the heart of the forest. In this sacred space, secrets are revealed, and a pact is made, binding Christina to the solemn duty of protecting the forest and its extraordinary inhabitants. 
  As Christina's journey unfolds, children will be inspired by her willingness to embrace the unknown and her incredible wish to see the world's inherent magic. With newfound sight, Christina discovers a world filled with wonder, where every corner holds hidden enchantment waiting to be explored. 
  Book teaches important lessons about guardianship, the power of pure-heartedness, and the transformative nature of embracing one's purpose. Through Christina's adventures and her encounters with the spirit of the elk, young readers will learn the importance of respecting nature and valuing the magic that surrounds them. 
  Ideal for both read-aloud sessions and independent reading, book will ignite children's imaginations and nurture their appreciation for the beauty and magic of the natural world. Immerse yourself in this mesmerizing tale and join Christina on a journey of self-discovery, friendship, and the preservation of enchantment.

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  Bad Badger - A Love Story

  Maryrose Wood

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  For fans of Odder and Skunk and Badger comes a heartwarming story of an unlikely friendship between a terse seagull and a badger who is not very badgerish.  
  Septimus is not good at being a badger. He adores the sunset. He dreams of going to Venice. And he lives alone in a charming cottage by the sea. He’s not unhappy with his tidy, solitary life, but there are times when being so bad at “badgerdom” makes him wonder if he’s even a badger at all.  
  When a gull of very few words lands on the windowsill, Septimus leaps at the possibility of friendship. However, his new confidant soon goes missing and Septimus is bereft. Determined to find his best—and only—friend, he ventures into new territory and encounters a cast of surprising characters. Can Septimus be as brave and bighearted as he’ll need to be to find Gully? Or is he really a bad badger after all?  
  Bad Badger is a young middle-grade novel about badgers, gulls, and learning that staying true to yourself means knowing who you are to begin with.

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  Cross My Heart and Never Lie

  Nora Dåsnes

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  Marian seems really cool … and nice … and we've got SO MUCH in common. Well, two things at least. But if feels like more. I don't think I've ever met someone I wanted to be friends with so badly! 
   
  IS THAT WHAT SOUL MATES ARE? 
   
  “Charming … captures the challenges of navigating strains on friendship bonds …   
  An absorbing, sincerely told story of adolescent self-discovery and connection.”—Kirkus Reviews

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  Niels Bohr and J Robert...

  Editors Charles River

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  The Danes have incorporated a system that prizes a balance between work and play, the concept of “hygge,” solid investments made towards the treatment of mental illness, and a stellar welfare model. That has helped ensure that an endless stream of intellectuals, inventors, creative legends, and pioneers have hailed from Denmark over many centuries, from classical scholar Ada Adler to fabled 16th century astronomer Tycho Brahe. One of the most famous, and important, is Niels Bohr, a world-famous physicist and one of the patriarchs of quantum theory. Given the vibrant, peaceful haven that is Denmark today, it’s somewhat ironic that Bohr played an instrumental role in the development of the atomic bomb. Even so, the truth and depth of the matter, much like the self-professed pacifist himself, is far more complex. 
  The Manhattan Project would ultimately yield the “Little Boy” and “Fat Man” bombs that released more than 100 Terajoules of energy at Hiroshima and Nagasaki, but as it turned out, the Axis were not far behind with their own nuclear weapons program. When the Nazis’ quest for a nuclear weapon began in earnest in 1939, no one really had a handle on how important nuclear weapons would prove to war and geopolitics. The attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945, along with the Cold War-era tests and their accompanying mushroom clouds, would demonstrate the true power and terror of nuclear weapons, but in the late 1930s these bombs were only vaguely being thought through, particularly after the successful first experiment to split the atom by a German scientist. The nuclear age itself was in its infancy, barely 35 years old, but within a few short years the advent of nuclear war loomed over the world and the prospect of the enemy winning the nuclear race kept Allied leaders awake at night.

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