We know that early learning lays a foundation for academic success. At FACEPAINT, we want as many children as possible to have access to our cultural awareness books and materials—which have received great editorial reviews.
One of the main missions of FACEPAINT is to support education through donations of our published children’s and young adult books—which cover a variety of topics, including geography and social awareness, and are intended for children across a broad range of ages. Donation recipients include schools, public libraries, Little Free Libraries, prison libraries, parent centers, and homeschooling parents.
Click below to request free books for your child, library, or educational program. We would love to send the children in your life free books!
Friends and Mates in Fifty States
Ages 8 to 12
In this fun geography book for kids, readers meet five adventurous friends—Wandering Willy, Nosy Normie, Meandering Mickey, Sightseeing Susie, and Exploring Ellie. Together they help students learn about the land, cities, animals, and other wonderful things in each of the fifty states in the U.S.A.
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Readers' Favorite Book Review
“The book is fascinating, a must-have for all school and public libraries. There is a wealth of information for young readers that teaches them more about new places and destinations in a simple and easy way. The pictures are not only bright and colorful, but insightful too, and they make the rhyming verses more enjoyable to read and understand. It’s a good bedtime storybook and helps to teach kids about new places in a fun and interactive way. Books like this are perfect to make the process of learning fun and enjoyable for children.”
All Across China
Ages 8 to 12
All Across China provides a tour of China’s 34 provinces, municipalities, and other regions. Using the mnemonic devices of clever rhymes and naming characters after the provincial capitals, it also includes endless fun facts and charming artwork.
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Readers' Favorite Book Review
“There is a lot one can learn about China by reading this book. The illustrations and rhyming verses make it even more interesting, and they give clarity to what the authors are trying to convey. All school and public libraries should have a copy of this book as it can be used as a reference guide too. These kinds of books will encourage young readers to explore new destinations and travel to various places. It also captures the diversity of the country.”
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All Across Canada
Ages 8 to 12
Wandering Wally, Hiking Holly, and Ambling Andy trek across the various regions of Canada meeting with friends and getting to know their country a little better. Readers will make some discoveries of their own, including where the world’s largest rodeo is held, and where the world’s longest covered bridge can be found. The artwork mirrors the text, with maps highlighting the geography of each province and territory in Canada.
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Kirkus Book Review
“For very brief introductions to the major natural formations and economic industries of Canada’s provinces and territories, this is a good choice for younger readers. The mnemonic device of naming characters after the provincial capitals will help kids memorize them effortlessly. Combine this with the rhyming verses summarizing the important information, and Weisberg and Yoffe (Friends and Mates in Fifty States, 2008) have created quite the learning tool…Helpful mnemonic devices and a simple presentation make learning about Canada a breeze.”
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All Across Europe
Ages 8 to 12
All Across Europe helps children learn about the countries, people, animals, and landscapes of modern Europe. As with the other books in the series, All Across Europe uses artwork and poems to make geography fun. Cartoon characters named after the capitals of each country are used as a learning device.
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Readers' Favorite Book Review
“All Across Europe by Ellen Weisberg and Ken Yoffe is a fascinating, informative, and educational book for children that takes them on a joy ride to the beautiful continent of Europe….Coupled with verses and interesting illustrations, the book reaches out to children who want to know more about the fascinating places in Europe….These kinds of stories are the best way children can be taught and also infuse in them a liking for traveling and exploring new destinations….”
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“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”
Nelson Mandela