Winner of the 2021 Kirkus Prize for Young People's LiteratureA 2021 Newbery Honor BookA 2021 Robert F. Sibert Honor BookA 2021 YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults FinalistA 2021 Orbis Pictus Honor BookA unique account of the amazing Thai cave rescue told in a heart-racing, you-are-there style that blends suspense, science, and cultural insight.On June 23, 2018, twelve young players of the Wild Boars soccer team and their coach enter a cave in northern Thailand seeking an afternoon’s adventure. But when they turn to leave, rising floodwaters block their path out. The boys are trapped! Before long, news of the missing team spreads, launching a seventeen-day rescue operation involving thousands of rescuers from around the globe. As the world sits vigil, people begin to wonder: how long can a group of ordinary kids survive in complete darkness, with no food or clean water? Luckily, the Wild Boars are a very extraordinary "ordinary" group. Combining firsthand interviews of rescue workers with in-depth science and details of the region's culture and religion, author Christina Soontornvat—who was visiting family in Northern Thailand when the Wild Boars went missing—masterfully shows how both the complex engineering operation above ground and the mental struggles of the thirteen young people below proved critical in the life-or-death mission. Meticulously researched and generously illustrated with photographs, this page-turner includes an author’s note describing her experience meeting the team, detailed source notes, and a bibliography to fully immerse readers in the most ambitious cave rescue in history. Read more

By gaining a greater understanding of the cultures and beliefs of people around the world, children build respect and tolerance for the differences that make each of us unique.With objectivity and accessibility, this title in the Kids Book of series looks at the histories, scriptures, places of worship, religious leaders, gods and major festivals that are the foundations of many of the world's religions. Features a glossary and an index. Read more

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Easy and fun everyday Buddhism activities for kids ages 2 to 8 Growing up can be hard, with lots of big changes and confusing feelings—but practicing Buddhism can help turn that confusion into curiosity and excitement about the world and our place in it. Using easy-to-follow meditations for kids, interactive activities, and vivid retellings of classic Buddhist stories, Buddhism for Kids brings the Dharma, or Buddhist teachings, to kids. Buddhism for Kids makes the practice fun and interactive. Organized by time of day—morning, day, and night—the book is designed to meet your little one's energy level, or wind them down for bed. Kids will learn how to check in with nature by greeting trees, express their feelings by drawing monsters, show kindness through a surprise gift, and apply the lessons learned through incredible stories to their own life. Buddhism for Kids includes: Dharma play—Watch your kids bring the teachings to life any time of the day through fun games and creative activities.Stepping stones—Find calm for the body, mind, and spirit with unique meditations your kids can do before school, during the day, or right before bed.Anytime story—Discover imaginative, illustrated retellings of classic Buddhist stories— each including a short moral to reflect on. Make your own spiritual path with Buddhism for Kids, the kid-friendly guide to everyday peace of mind. Read more

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Embark on an Enchanting Journey of Mindfulness with Benny, Kiki, and Sam!Imagine a world where your child can navigate life’s ups and downs with peace and confidence.Meet Benny the Bunny, Kiki the Koala, and Sam the Sloth, three lovable friends who are ready to guide your little one on a heartwarming adventure of self-discovery and emotional balance.In The Calm Inside, kids ages 4-8 will dive into tales where each character engages with valuable lessons to handle frustrations, manage worries, and stay present.These stories turn mindfulness into a fun, relatable journey that kids will love.Here’s What Awaits You Inside:Three Delightful StoriesFollow Benny, Kiki, and Sam as they navigate big feelings and practice the power of mindfulness. Whether it’s calming their worries, slowing down, or finding peace in the moment, these tales are sure to captivate and inspire.Fun, Interactive ExercisesWatch your child light up as they practice simple yet powerful techniques like deep breathing, visualizing their peaceful place, and embracing mindful moments—all wrapped in playful, engaging activities.Empowering Life LessonsEquip your little one with the tools they need to handle stress, manage emotions, and see every challenge as an adventure. These lessons foster emotional resilience and a positive outlook.Enchanting IllustrationsBeautiful, colorful artwork brings every page to life, making the journey with Benny, Kiki, and Sam even more magical and memorable.Reflection PromptsThought-provoking questions help your child connect the stories to their own experiences, encouraging deeper understanding and growth.Why Parents Love This Book:Fits Into Busy Schedules: The stories and exercises are designed to be quick and easy, perfect for busy families with limited time.Engages Even the Most Active Kids: With captivating stories and interactive exercises, this book keeps even the bounciest kids interested and engaged.Simplifies Mindfulness: Mindfulness might seem complex, but this book breaks it down into fun, relatable lessons that kids can easily understand and apply.Proven to Make a Difference: Not sure if mindfulness will work for your child? These stories are crafted to show real-life benefits, helping kids feel calmer and happier.But that's not all…Along with the book, you’ll get 3 exclusive bonuses for parents and educators, offering additional tools and tips to support your child’s mindfulness journey.By the end of this book, your child will have the tools to navigate life’s ups and downs with confidence. These stories don’t just teach mindfulness—they inspire a lifelong love for it.Ready to bring calm and joy into your child’s life?Click "Buy Now" and join Benny, Kiki, and Sam on this unforgettable adventure of mindfulness! Read more

Stillwater, the beloved Zen panda, now in his own Apple TV+ original series!Resonant sayings to inspire happiness and mindfulness are paired with exquisite artwork by Caldecott Honor Book and New York Times Bestselling author/artist Jon J Muth.This beautiful, small-format gift book contains twelve inspiring and affirmational sayings that take on deeper meaning when paired with Jon J Muth's profoundly beautiful Zen books, many featuring the beloved panda bear, Stillwater. This is a book to cherish. Every saying inspires delight, and each picture is worth a thousand words!Nourishment for the spirit! Read more

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Growing up in the modern world, our children have to cope with ever-increasing amounts of stress, which can hinder their development. The ancient wisdom of Buddhism, with its emphasis on peace, love and compassion, is the ideal basis for helping any child to face these challenges with inner confidence and calm. Building on the age-old art of storytelling, this beautiful book re-tells 20 ancient Buddhist tales in a way that is thoroughly fun and accessible to children. Featuring superb, full-page illustrations, the stories will transport kids into an imaginary world of enlightenment and discovery where they will meet delightful characters and discover an easy-to-understand Buddhist message—one that will help them think about how they can apply values such as patience, perseverance, honesty and generosity to their own lives. Designed to be read aloud by a parent or read by older children on their own, these compelling narratives provide a pleasurable, soothing transition into sleep. Read more

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A captivating exploration of world religions, from the perspective of a curious kid.Religion around the World: A Curious Kid's Guide to the World's Great Faiths explores the world's major faiths, making the traditions, beliefs, practices, and history of each accessible to kids ages 8-12. This visually compelling book presents each religion as a rich tradition that has served as a force for human connection and good in the world. Colorful illustrations, charts, graphs, maps, and other infographics, along with clear, age-appropriate text, make this an appealing book for browsing, research, and learning.Curious Kids' Guides present cool and surprising information about Christian and other religions' history and beliefs in an entertaining, visually engaging way. Read more

Why have children wait until they are older to learn the Buddha’s treasured teaching of the Noble Eightfold Path? Teach them now to follow the correct path at an early age – The Middle Path!This 32-page picture book delves into the heart of the Buddha’s teaching to present his deep philosophies of the Middle Path and the Noble Eightfold Path at a children’s level with beautiful, colorful pictures. The path teaches children to practice moderation and be skillful in their views, speech, actions and many other important aspects in their lives.Each factor of the Noble Eightfold Path is presented along with life examples to apply it into practice. Also included are two verses from the Dhammapada. Enjoy page after page of Buddhist philosophies presenting the fourth truth of the Four Noble Truths, presented at a level for your children to understand!BUY THE BOOK NOW AND GIVE YOUR CHILD A JUMP START TO INGRAIN THE NOBLE TEACHING OF THE BUDDHA’S EIGHTFOLD PATH!Check out the other children’s books in the series: My First Dharma Book, The Buddha in Me, The Great Ullambana Festival, and The “I”s in Me. Read more

Take your child on a Buddhist pilgrimage and have them attain spiritual growth and develop the virtuous qualities of adaptability, patience, and gratitude. Join the kids to visit the four holy sites representing the important events of the Buddha's life - his birth, Enlightenment, First Sermon, and Nirvana, and experience the transformation of a lifetime. From their journey, they learn to develop the merits of patience, kindness, and gratitude so they can apply them to their daily practice. From this, they elicit the fragrances of the Four Immeasurables - loving-kindness, compassion, joy and equanimity.This book was inspired by my personal pilgrimage trip to India.BUY THE BOOK NOW AND GO ON A PILGRIMAGE ADVENTURE WITH YOUR KIDS!Check out the other children’s books in the series: My First Dharma Book, The Buddha in Me, The Great Ullambana Festival, The “I”s in Me, and My Middle Path. Read more

Tune into The Four Noble Truths, the Buddha’s teaching at his First Sermon when he spun the Dharma Wheel in motion. This picture book of the Buddha’s deep teaching is playfully presented in rhyme at a children’s level for both adults and kids to learn. These four tasks are simply explained so that they can be realized and practiced. Practical life experiences along with colorful picture correlates provide a fun and easy way to understand the Buddha’s teaching. Read more

Explore the wisdom and teachings of Buddhism with this beautiful illustrated book of Buddhism for Kids (+6). INCLUDE COLORING ACTIVITIES AND HANDWRITING SACRED MANTRAS!This book is designed to accompany children on their journey of discovering the profound lessons of Buddha, through the life of Prince Siddhartha.From the story of Prince Siddhartha to meditation practices and creative activities, this book is filled with valuable teachings and exercises for children of all ages.In Buddhism for Kids children will learn about Siddhartha's journey from a privileged life as a prince to his decision to renounce his wealth and seek enlightenment. Through this story, children will learn about the importance of self-reflection, empathy, and mindfulness.With simple language and relatable examples, children will learn about compassion, mindfulness, and kindness in an accessible and enjoyable way.THIS BOOK INCLUDES:The story of Prince Siddhartha.The Four Noble Truths.Parables that teach important lessons about compassion and empathy.Meditation practice: one of the fundamental practices of Buddhism is meditation. This book includes a simple meditation exercise appropriate for children, designed to help them cultivate mindfulness and self-awareness.Coloring activities and handwriting sacred mantras to reinforce Buddhist teachings and engage children in a more interactive way.Whether you are a Buddhist family or simply interested in the journey that Prince Siddhartha took to become the Buddha, the Enlightened One, this book is a wonderful tool for instilling important values and practices in young minds.Share the gift of Buddhism with your child today and encourage their inner peace and well-being. Read more

A magical meditation on the powerful idea that we are connected to everything and everyone. Playful illustrations and funny, rhyming text show readers all of the many ways we are linked to every big, small, hairy, slimy, snuggly, scaly, floppy, flappy, bristly, buzzy, beautiful creature on Earth.Everything is connected. And since you are part of everything, you are connected to everything:   to pharaohs, Ben Franklin, T. Rex, ancient Greece, to love and to poverty, hunger and peace! Read more

When David's friend invites him to a service at a Jewish synagogue, David feels nervous. David is a Christian, and he's only ever been to churches. But soon David discovers that learning about different religions is fun. How are religions similar? How are they different? What will David discover? A diverse cast gives multiple points of comparison. Read more

Most kids know of the Buddha, but do they really know the true qualities of the Buddha? The Buddha’s 10 merits defining his title in the “World-Honored One” and the 4 “Muni” qualities in his Shakyamuni name are presented at the children’s level of understanding in this enlightening book. Find out all the virtuous qualities of the Buddha for your kids to emulate. The different names by which the Buddha is called and their meanings are revealed in Siddhartha, Shakyamuni, Buddha, Tathagata, and the World-Honored One. The Buddha’s virtues of awakening, mindfulness, wisdom, patience, and compassion (just to name a few) are explained and demonstrated through fun life examples so that kids can understand and cultivate the same virtuous character. By learning and practicing these virtues, kids will realize that they have the innate Buddha-nature in them. Also, the writing and depicted pictures subtly introduce the Buddha’s teachings on interdependence and impermanence. Get this book for your kids to learn and transform into a little Buddha with the qualities of awakening, wisdom through reflection, and good karma (right thought, speech, and action) through mindfulness.A MUST-READ BOOK to teach your child to practice the Buddha’s virtues of awakening, mindfulness, patience, compassion, and more! BUY IT NOW AND ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL ILLUSTRATIONS AND HAVE YOUR CHILD LEARN HOW TO DEVELOP ALL THE VIRTUOUS QUALITIES OF THE BUDDHA.Also, check out other children’s picture books in the series: “MY FIRST DHARMA BOOK” which introduces the Buddha’s principal teachings on the Five Precepts and the Five Mindfulness Trainings. "THE GREAT ULLAMBANA FESTIVAL" explains the meaning of the Buddha's happy day along with the story of Moggallana. And others: "THE "I"s IN ME", "MY MIDDLE PATH", "GOING ON A PILGRIMAGE". Read more

**Get our 3 Diwali themed books**WHAT: Let's Celebrate 5 Days of Diwali!WHY: Let's Learn About Ramayana, The Story of Diwali!HOW: Diwali 50 Activity Book!Why do we celebrate Diwali? A golden deer, monkey army, flying chariots, spectacular battle scenes, kings and queens, 10-headed demon, and more. Ramayana, one of the greatest epics of India, has it all and is also considered the story of Diwali.In this book, Maya, Neel, and their cute little partner, Chintu the squirrel, visit their Mausi (auntie) again who had taught them all about the 5 days of Diwali. This time, Mausi shares with them the dazzling story of King Ram, Queen Sita, and Demon Ravan that has been told for thousands of years and symbolizes the victory of good over evil.Our books retell stories for a global audience, making them thoroughly enjoyable for young readers.Maya & Neel’s India Adventures 10+ Book Series is written with the mission to RAISE MULTICULTURAL KIDS! We are Indie authors and 1st generation Indian immigrants, who have dedicated the past decade to spreading multiculturalism through our local dance & culture company as well through this book series whose extreme popularity has taken even us by surprise. You can follow our cultural journey on social media at Bollywood Groove and Culture Groove. To all our little and grown-up readers: Thank You for supporting our work & mission!--------------For bulk orders (e.g., classrooms, Diwali parties) or author visits contact [email protected] 10+ Series Available Worldwide (CultureGroove.com/Books):Festivals: Diwali, Navratri, Holi, Vaisakhi, Ramadan & Eid Mythology: Ganesha, Krishna, Ramayana Places: Delhi & Taj Mahal, Mumbai Wedding Diwali 50 Activity Book Holi 50 Activity Book Gift Sets 1 & 2 and more! Read more

Eleven engaging Zen-inspired stories and fifty activities to help kids (ages 4–8) learn about patience, kindness, honesty, sharing and forgiveness.Dive into 11 engaging stories drawn from different cultures, each concluding with short reflections, questions, and fun, thought-provoking activities that teach children how to integrate the theme of the story into their lives. There are 53 activities, including:Writing haikuSitting zazenObserving, making, and appreciating foodGrowing plantsSpreading kindness and performing secret good deedsLearning and writing about family historyand more! Read more