Before they filled stadiums, topped the charts, and changed music history, they were kids discovering the joy of making music. Kid Musicians introduces young readers to the surprising childhood stories of 16 legendary performers, revealing how curiosity, creativity, and determination helped shape some of the world's most influential artists.A 2025 National Parenting Product Awards WinnerLong before...

Moving, relatable, and totally true childhood biographies of Martin Luther King Jr., Susan B. Anthony, Helen Keller, Malala Yousafzai, and 12 other inspiring activists.Before Martin Luther King Jr. inspired millions, he argued with his father about dancing. Before Helen Keller became one of the world's most influential disability-rights advocates, she faced the extraordinary challenge of learning language without being able to see or hear. Before Malala Yousafzai b...

From the best-selling author behind My Weird School: a quirky new biography series that casts fresh light on high-interest historic figures.Did you know that Muhammad Ali was so terrified of flying on planes he would bring a parachute? Or that he won the Presidential Medal of Freedom? Bet you didn’t know that he had an official sweat-taster to determine how salty his sweat was after each match! Siblings Paige and Turner do—and they’ve collected some of the...

An inspiring and humorous collection of true childhood stories about inventors, entrepreneurs, scientists, and trailblazers that shows young readers how curiosity, creativity, and perseverance can change the world.Award-winning author Robin Stevenson introduces young readers to the childhoods of some of history's most remarkable thinkers and changemakers in this fun and informative book. Long before they transformed technology, medicine, education, business, scienc...

Triumphant, relatable, and totally true biographies tell the childhood stories of a diverse group of international athletes who have captured the world’s attention at the Winter Olympics and Paralympics, including Johnny Weir, Chloe Kim, Alex and Maia Shibutani, Surya Bonaly, and 13 other inspiring Olympians.All over the world, athletes break records and defy odds to compete in the games—and some were kids themselves when they started dreaming and training! In Kid ...

Banish school anxiety and be the BEST YOU at primary school.There's A LOT to learn at primary school, but sometimes important things don't get the attention they deserve, such as: how to be happy in yourself, how to overcome challenges and how to work together to be the best you all can be.From dealing with tricky subjects and friendship troubles to developing resilience, How to Shine at Primary School will help readers n...

From the best-selling author of My Weird School: a new entry in the cheerful and engaging biography series centered on high-interest historic figures.Did you know that John Lennon’s mom called him “Stinker” because he farted so much? Or that Paul McCartney liked playing guitar in the bathroom? Bet you didn’t know that George Harrison once had his friend’s parent sign his report card, or that Ringo Starr’s grandma thought he was possessed by witches! Paige ...

From the best-selling author behind My Weird School: a quirky new biography series that casts fresh light on high-interest historic figures.Did you know that Albert Einstein was a high school dropout, and that he failed his physics class when he finally made it to college? Or that when he died, his brain and eyeballs were removed from his body? Ever wondered why his hair looked so wild? Siblings Paige and Turner do—and they’ve collected some of the kookies...

From the star and host of Netflix's The Puzzle Room with David Kwong!Make coins pass through solid objects! Predict your friends’ choices! Read minds! …And all before the bell rings for homeroom!HOW TO FOOL YOUR SCHOOL is the ultimate handbook for all-things magic, with tricks designed specifically for in-school performance. With more than 25 new illusions, readers will add to their magical repertoire while also learning a...

Athletes throughout history have dreamed of competing in the Olympics—and some were kids themselves when those dreams and plans began! In Kid Olympians: Summer, discover the childhood stories of legends such as -Usain Bolt, who used to skip practices to go to the arcade and play video games. -Serena Williams, who sometimes hit her tennis ball over the fence on purpose! -Tatyana McFadden, who had to fight to be allowed on her school’s track team Featuring kid-friendly text, this book will i...

From the best-selling author of My Weird School: a new entry in the cheerful and engaging biography series centered on high-interest historic figures.Did you know that Lucille Ball could pick up radio signals through her teeth? Or that her career was almost destroyed because she was a registered Communist? Bet you didn’t know that, as a studio executive, she green-lit both Star Trek and Mission: Impossible! Siblings Paige and Turner have collected some of the mostunusual and...

Triumphant, relatable, and totally true biographies tell the childhood stories of a diverse group of international athletes who have captured the world’s attention at the Summer Olympics and Paralympics, including Simone Biles, Jesse Owens, Naomi Osaka, Tatyana McFadden, and 12 other incredible Olympians.Discover why Usain Bolt sometimes skipped practice to play video games, how Serena Williams occasionally sent tennis balls over the fence on purpose, and why Tatya...