S. E. Abramson

Age range 8 to 11Take a break from the console and discover the amazing origins behind all your favorite video games!Did you know that Mario was originally named Jumpman? Or that his iconic hat and moustache were created because hair and mouths were too hard to animate? Or that Fortnite was originally pitched as a zombie apocalypse survival game? Or...

Age range 6 to 9 Grit. Sticktuitiveness. Perseverance. Diligence. Whatever you call it, kids in today’s uncertain world need it more than ever to overcome the inevitable challenges that life will throw their way. Introducing Grit: A Kid's Anthology! This bold, inspiring collection of stories introduces kids to real people who faced real problems and who pushed their way through....