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It seems like only moments after a child begins to string words together that they begin to ask questions. Why do trees grow? Why is the sky blue? Why does it rain? These are all very important questions that, with the right answers, can inspire more wondrous curiosity. Richie Doodles explains the way Richerd Feynman, one of the greatest scientists of all time, simplified the way we look at the smallest, jiggling things, things that just happen to make up everything that we see around us. Richie Doodles brings the science of what makes up atoms to life with vibrant, colorful illustrations as well as hidden gems for fans of Richard Feynman. The world is a wonderful place, even more so when you can learn how it works. Richie Doodles can be a great learning tool for kids as well as the adults that may read it to them.

Rachel Hears A Song is a tale about the fragile nature of our planet and human interaction. There is no Planet B, this is our one and only Earth. It’s not just our home, but home to all the animals and plants that work together to keep the important balance of our beautiful planet. It is a story that shows that someone has to be brave enough to question things that may seem beneficial on the surface, but could have irreversible consequences. Rachel Carson was that person.Rachel noticed something peculiar. Where were all the birds? A question that she needed to find the answer to. With no birds to sing the wonderful sounds of Spring, the forest would be silent. Follow Rachel on a wondrous tale of how a determined girl, a serious question, and the curiosity to find an answer can change the world.Rachel meets an old crow that points her to the likely reason for the fact that there are fewer birds. They embark on a mission to explain to farmers that the materials they are spraying on the fields may be affecting more than they know. She challenges them with a single question, “We know how it helps us, but how does it hurt?” A question that started the environmental movement.

Blast off with Carl as he embarks on a curious journey. An adventure to find the answer to a question that no one seems to be able to give him an answer to. Encouraged by his mother, Carl’s mission takes him to a wonderful place where imagination can run rampant and answers can be found. Destination—The Public Library! He finds the answer he is looking for and more in this creative and extraordinary tale based on actual events in the life of Carl Sagan.

The sixth book in the Tiny Thinkers series covers Garrett Morgan!Garrett Morgan invented the respiratory device that powered WWI gas masks, as well as chemical hair straighteners and and improved sewing machine. A trailblazer in many aspects of his life, Morgan's story is one that kids and adults will love! Follow Garrett Morgan as he builds his store, and begins to invent some of the items we still rely on today.