Books published by publisher Downtown Bookworks

Little ones who love to say "No!" can chime in while they learn about iconic activists from Frederick Douglass and Alice Paul to Martin Luther King Jr. and Malala.Each spread introduces an iconic figure—such as Gloria Steinem or Cesar Chavez—along with a super simple summary of the actions they took to change the course of history. Activists of all ages will learn about the abolitionist movement, civil rights, women's rights, and more! Detailed, colorful art will thoroughly engage toddlers and preschoolers. And the chance to join the refrain on every spread "NO, NO!" is sure to please the tiniest protestors. (A mini history of protest movements at the end of the books is a handy cheat sheet for parents!)

A celebration of girl power for budding super heroines featuring beloved DC characters from Wonder Woman to Batgirl.Exploring attributes from physical strength to intuition, this introduction to DC's super heroines is also a catalog of role models for little girls. From Wonder Woman's ability to find the truth to Black Canary's powerful voice to Batgirl's keen mind, readers will find much to admire. Cool, classic art makes for a fun, colorful package.

Feminism begins at home—and My First Book of Feminism (for Boys) is where it begins!Simple illustrations paired with engaging, rhyming text make the compelling, age appropriate argument that girls and boys are equal, plain and simple. Humorous, familiar scenarios are treated as teachable moments for very young boys (ages 0-3) who will ideally grow up without ever questioning women's equality. From "no means no," to "women's rights are human rights," important, grownup ideas are made clear and fun for young, impressionable minds. This is the book every mom should read to her son!

This whimsically illustrated board book offers a delightful A-to-Z overview of modern design icons for the toddler set.Parents who appreciate architecture and modern design will get a kick out of sharing their passion with little ones. From Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater to Knoll furniture to Noguchi sculptures, Baby's First Eames makes timeless structures and styles fun and accessible for aesthetes of all ages.

A beautiful keepsake collection of 10 bestselling DC Super Hero concept board books--the perfect gift for super heroes in training.This value gift set includes 10 adorable board books featuring beloved DC super heroes including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Supergirl, Green Lantern, The Flash, and many more! Beautifully illustrated with classic art, each book teaches a different important early concept--from letters and numbers to colors and shapes to opposites and parts of the body. The books are also an ideal introduction to the world of DC super heroes with My First Book of Girl Power and My First Book of Superpowers. Packaged in a gorgeous slipcase (that will look fabulous in any nursery), this is a must-have little library for fans of all ages.

This irresistible board book gives little ones (ages 0–3) an alphabetical introduction to Judaism—the delicious foods, meaningful rituals, lively holidays, expressive language, and more.Hip illustrations accompany snappy, rhyming text in a fun, fabulous package that is a must-have for any Jewish baby's nursery. This tiny tome covers quintessential foods such as bagels and brisket, rituals and holidays including Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, Shabbat, and Hanukkah, as well as important cultural references (F is for Fiddler on the Roof!) with a little Yiddish thrown in. Parents and grandparents will love sharing every concise, funny entry with the little ones in their lives.

The first book every comic book geek Dad will want to read to his child! And the first-ever touch-and-feel Batman book.Each of 6 spreads in this irresistibly cool package features classic Batman art and a special interactive feature. Budding Batman fans can:· Lift-the-flap to uncover Batman’s alter-ego, Bruce Wayne· See a glow-in-the-dark Bat-Signal· Zoom the Batmobile with a pull-tab· Swing Batman through Gotham City on a Batrope· Press buttons on Batman's computer · Look into a mirror to see Batman’s familiar little helper (complete with mask and Robin attire) Six touchables make for endless entertainment for all ages!

From PBS KIDS, the number 1 educational media brand for children, this picture-packed concept board book empowers toddlers to identify and describe the things they see in the world around them.Extensive research has proven that little ones learn best when they are engaging with an adult. This fun, colorful book is designed to be read by a grownup to a toddler, to help 2-3 year-olds string words together for their very first phrases. Interesting photos and illustrations will encourage children to think about colors, textures, shapes, and size. (The ice cream is cold and sweet! The frog is green and bumpy...) Actions, everyday routines, and common expressions such as "more, please" and "thank you" are also covered. The Toddler 100 is a great tool for fostering learning—and together time.

DC's awesome super heroes are terrific role models for young girls. This colorful picture book, illustrated with DC Comics classic art, details the inspiring qualities that make Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Supergirl and their friends so powerful.Wonder Woman knows the importance of telling the truth. Bat Girl reads a lot and has impressive technical skills. Supergirl is the only girl to survive from the planet Krypton. Black Canary persuades people to do things with the power of her voice. Illustrated with cool, classic DC art, this fun, colorful book shows how these and other amazing female super heroes use their powers to make the world a safer place. Young readers will also enjoy learning the characters' compelling origin stories. Girls will see that being different, overcoming fears, exploring new places--and banding together with other strong women--can be pretty powerful.

For superbaby girls, here's the super-cool companion to My First Superman and My First Batman Books.Wonder Woman joins her Justice League pals with her very own touch-and-feel book. There's no telling who will get a big thrill out of tossing Wonder Woman's lasso, admiring her shiny gold cuffs and headband, or zooming through the sky in her helicopter. Six fun touchables will amuse kids of all ages.

My First Book of Super Powers introduces young readers to beloved DC super heroes and their awesome powers.Just as My First Book of Girl Power introduced young fans to female super heroes and their special powers, this book tackles DC's popular male characters. From Superman's super-strength and X-ray vision to the Flash's super-speed to Aquaman's ability to live under water, this exciting board book explains how each character's powers make him unique and enable him to make the world a safer place. Classic DC art makes this as appealing to grownups as it is to the tiniest aspiring super heroes.

From the Joker to Harley Quinn, Lex Luthor to Darkseid, DC's super-villains offer a fascinating collection of cautionary tales.The Big Book of Super-Villains gives the enlightening back stories and need-to-know facts about DC's most popular bad guys. Discover their special powers, tricky devices and secret lairs, as well as memorable battles with their archenemies. Learn why the Joker, Penguin, and Harley Quinn love to tangle with Batman and Robin; why Lex Luthor won't rest until he has defeated Superman; what drives Cheetah's competition with Wonder Woman, and the reasons behind many more famous feuds. Classic style DC comic book art and a shiny foil cover complete the irresistable package.