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Check Out These New Literacy Books For Children.

By on September 4, 2018

September 8th is World Literacy Day.

Each year it reminds  parents and educators around the world of the importance of improving literacy in children. By improving literacy, we are helping them build the skills and confidence they need to achieve their academic pursuits. September being the start of the fall season also means longer evenings and more time for reading.

In keeping with this year’s International Literacy Day theme, “Literacy and skills development”,  Tokyo families scours for exciting STEM titles that capture the interest of your children and teach them something new.

 

BABY 101: ARCHITECTURE FOR BABIES by Jonathan Litton.  Illustrations by Thomas Elliott

A fun new board book series introduces a wide array of nonfiction subjects where big subjects are tailored for little babies. It features simple words and bright and engaging illustrations, introduction to architecture including information about how buildings are made. The famous sites like the Colosseum, the Taj Mahal, and the pyramids are introduced in the book. Don’t miss the surprise lift-the-flap ending.

Release date:  September 4, 2018       Click here:  Amazon

 

 

DR. SEUS’S YOU ARE KIND

From Horton the Elephant—who taught us that “a person’s a person, no matter how small”—comes this hardcover book of simple observations about the qualities of kindness. Ideal for thanking and inspiring people of all ages, Dr. Seuss’s You Are Kind is illustrated with full-color art by Dr. Seuss from the books Horton Hears a Who!, Horton Hatches the Egg, and the story “Horton and the Kwuggerbug.” It’s the perfect gift for children, parents, grandparents, neighbors, teachers, caregivers, coworkers—anyone and everyone who is kind!  Release date: September 4, 2018     Click here: Amazon

 

 

GIRAFFE PROBLEMS

Cyrus the giraffe can’t understand why his neck is as long and bendy and, well, ridiculous as it is. No other animal has a neck this absurd. He’s tried disguising it, dressing it up, strategically hiding it behind bushes–honestly, anything you can think of, he’s tried.

Just when he has exhausted his neck-hiding options and is about to throw in the towel, a turtle swoops in (well, ambles in, very slowly) and helps him understand that his neck has a purpose, and looks excellent in a bow tie.   Release date September 25, 2018       Click here:  Amazon

 

 

ROBOT by Lucy Rogers

Explore fascinating robotic technology through the ages, from the earliest automatons to modern humanoid helpers. From automata created by Leonardo Da Vinci to modern-day androids and animal robots, this book covers artificial intelligence (AI) throughout history. Discover the latest at the cutting edge of robotics, where science, technology, mechanical engineering, and computing meet as The Robot Book explains how robots work, how they are made, and how they help and sometimes hinder in modern society.
This kids’ robot book showcases the latest and greatest innovations in AI through bright graphics and stunning photography. Tech panels present fascinating facts about each robot’s design, production, and capability. A thematic approach covers a range of subjects, including the most iconic robots in popular culture and robots in the workforce. The final chapter covers the future of robotics, and the opportunities and pitfalls of using robots more and more in our everyday life.
Young readers will be riveted by the vibrant graphics, zesty colors, and mend-bending array of information that The Robot Book provides.   Release date:  September 18, 2018

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THE LAST KIDS ON EARTH

The newest installment in this New York Times bestselling series introduces new monsters, new bad guys, and tons of new laughs!
It’s the first winter after the Monster Apocalypse. For Jack and his buddies, that means sled catapults, epic snowball battles, and one monstrous Christmas celebration. But their winter wonderland turns dark when a villainess begins hunting them. And this villainess is different—she’s a human.
When the villainess steals Jack’s prized monster-slaying tool, the Louisville Slicer, he vows to get it back. But it won’t be easy. Jack and his friends soon discover that the Louisville Slicer is the key to a dark plan that threatens the entire world—and beyond…   Release date: September 18, 2018

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