Innovative and inclusive, Barefoot Books Children of the World empowers young readers to learn about children around the globe and ponder their own place in it. Created with the guidance of diversity specialists, this groundbreaking work of narrative nonfiction addresses the need for children's books that depict diversity, while demonstrating the interconnectedness and uniqueness of all people.

This simple, touching picture book shows readers a women's shelter through the eyes of a young girl, who with her mother's help, uses her imagination to overcome her anxiety and adjust. Includes factual endnotes detailing various reasons people experience homelessness and the resources available to help.

Lyrical, sensory nonfiction text and vibrant illustrations invite readers to experience a child's-eye view of 13 special days around the world, such as the Spring Festival, Inti Raymi, Eid al-Fitr, Da de Muertos and the New Yam Festival. Includes a global festival calendar and educational notes about why we celebrate.

Travel to Mexico and discover its many wonders, from the amazing monarch butterflies in the Highlands to a mariachi show in the village square. The rhyme and lyricism of the text is complemented by educational endnotes about the history of the country, national fiestas, and a glossary of simple Spanish vocabulary.

Watch out - Emily is off and running again! This little girl has a problem with her temper, and every time she gets angry she turns into quite the little tiger. This quirky picture book addresses behavioral issues with humor and an emphasis on intergenerational relationships.

Coolest Collections gives young readers a basic look into the roles of museums, how they impact the community, and the different contributions they give to history. This children's book includes a glossary, an index, and new vocabulary words to help develop both reading and comprehension skills. Each kid's book in the Travel To series focuses on a particular topic, and gives readers the opportunity to go on a field trip without having to leave their classroom or home setting. Also included are an index, glossary, and text-based questions that are guaranteed to make your child a stronger reader. Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Places of Protest gives young readers insight into some of the most important protests in history, from their locations to the important figures who inspired change. This children's book includes a glossary, an index, and new vocabulary words to help develop both reading and comprehension skills. Each kid's book in the Travel To series focuses on a particular topic, and gives readers the opportunity to go on a field trip without having to leave their classroom or home setting. Also included are an index, glossary, and text-based questions that are guaranteed to make your child a stronger reader. Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Joy feels and looks different for everybody. This 16-page children's book illuminates the real lives of four different people and gives readers a close-up look at how people experience and describe one of life's most beautiful feelings-joy. This kid's book features a photo glossary, reading questions, and activities support teachers, parents, and PreK-Grade 2 readers. Joy feels and looks different for everybody. When do you feel joy Instill a joy for reading while learning about the feeling with the children's book I See Joy, part of the Life Through My Lens series. This children's book illuminates the real lives of four different people and gives the reader a close-up look at how people experience and describe one of life's most beautiful feelings-joy. The 16-page kid's book includes a photo glossary to help enhance vocabulary skills, and also includes reading tips for parents and teachers, as well as post-reading questions and activities. Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Love and life look different for everybody. This 16-page children's book illuminates the real lives of four different people and gives readers a close-up look at how people experience and describe one of life's most beautiful feelings-love. This kid's book features a photo glossary, reading questions, and activities support teachers, parents, and PreK-Grade 2 readers. If you look closely, love is everywhere. Where do you see love Instill a love for reading while learning about the feeling with the children's book I See Love, part of the Life Through My Lens series. This children's book illuminates the real lives of four different people and gives the reader a close-up look at how people experience and describe one of life's most beautiful feelings-love. The 16-page kid's book includes a photo glossary to help enhance vocabulary skills, and also includes reading tips for parents and teachers, as well as post-reading questions and activities. Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Family life looks different for everybody. This 16-page children's book illuminates the real lives of four different people and gives readers a close-up look at how people experience and describe one of life's most beautiful things-family. This kid's book features a photo glossary, reading questions, and activities support teachers, parents, and PreK-Grade 2 readers. Family life looks different for everybody. What is family to you Instill a love for reading while learning about diversity with the children's book I See Family, part of the Life Through My Lens series. This children's book illuminates the real lives of four different people and gives the reader a close-up look at how people experience and describe one of life's most beautiful things-family. The 16-page kid's book includes a photo glossary to help enhance vocabulary skills, and also includes reading tips for parents and teachers, as well as post-reading questions and activities. Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Community looks different for everybody. This 16-page children's book illuminates the real lives of four different people and gives readers a close-up look at how people experience and describe one of life's most beautiful things-community. This kid's book features a photo glossary, reading questions, and activities support teachers, parents, and PreK-Grade 2 readers. Community looks different for everybody. What does community look like to you Instill a love for reading while learning about diversity with the children's book I See Community, part of the Life Through My Lens series. This children's book illuminates the real lives of four different people and gives the reader a close-up look at how people experience and describe one of life's most beautiful things-community. The 16-page kid's book includes a photo glossary to help enhance vocabulary skills, and also includes reading tips for parents and teachers, as well as post-reading questions and activities. Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

What are some popular food choices and dishes across the United States Learn about different regional dishes in America in the children's book Just What Is American Food, Anyways This kid's book takes students on a (delicious) field trip across the country to learn about variations in recipes and how history impacted the way different dishes are created. The kid's travel book features a glossary, after-reading questions, and an extension activity to enhance reading comprehension skills. Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

What country or culture does the food you eat originate from Learn about how migration, history, and culture intertwines with the food we eat in the children's book From Your Table to the World. This kid's book takes students on a journey across the world to learn about how cultural traditions spread and influence the food we eat today. The travel book features a glossary, after-reading questions, and an extension activity to enhance reading comprehension skills. Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Who was Sally Ride Learn more about one of the most influential American astronauts and STEM field leaders in the Leaders Like Us children's book Sally Ride. This exciting kid's book teaches your children about the NASA career of one of the country's most groundbreaking and noteworthy astronauts, as well as all of her accomplishments as a scientist. The engaging biography features a full glossary, interactive text-dependent questions, and an extension activity to develop reading comprehension skills. Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

The children's book Carl Makes a Plan promotes positive perspectives on social/emotional issues, showing how Carl plans an entire birthday party for his friend using methods that suit his needs. The 24-page fiction book also includes a "words to know" vocabulary list and comprehension questions to keep the learning going. Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. In the story, Katie becomes friends with her early-elementary classmate Carl through her familiarity with basic ASL. We are continuing with Carl's story in the new and inclusive Carl Can series. This children's book was reviewed by Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services. Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!