LANGUAGE EXPLORATION
Mysteries of Language and Communication Collection
Explore the origins of language and communication - theories on how they began, how they’ve evolved, and the mysteries that remain.
This collection unpacks one of the greatest stories of all time: how humans connect. Through captivating photographs and bite-sized facts, readers discover what we know, what we don’t, and why language continues to fascinate us today.
WHAT YOU GET:
A Book by New York Times best-selling author Susan Verde
This beautifully designed hardcover book that takes readers on a journey through the history and mysteries of communication.
As you read, you’ll encounter striking photographs of the Rosetta Stone and other remarkable discoveries, learn surprising facts about how people connect through language, gestures, expressions, clicks, and whistles, and even spot vintage objects like a typewriter that spark curiosity and conversation.
Delivered In A Beautifully Designed Discovery Box
Each box is an opportunity for discovery. Inside, kids uncover stories, activities, and surprises that inspire imagination and creativity.
This box becomes a gateway to learning, sparking moments of wonder that bring families together through shared exploration.
Your Items Of Clothing
Each item of clothing is created to reflect the theme of language and communication, transforming fashion into a tool for connection and storytelling.
These pieces encourage curiosity, invite questions, and help kids share the story of communication with the people around them.
About The Book
Written by New York Times best-selling author Susan Verde
This hardcover book explores the fascinating history and ongoing mysteries of language. Readers are introduced to the Rosetta Stone and other remarkable artifacts that reveal how humans have connected across time. They learn that communication is not limited to words, but also includes facial expressions, body language, clicks, whistles, and countless other forms of expression.
The book encourages children to wonder and imagine by asking questions that connect the past and present. How many languages are spoken across the globe? What were the first words ever said in space? Do animals have their own unique ways of communicating? These prompts transform reading into a journey of discovery and imagination. A world map helps readers explore which languages are spoken both in their home regions and in faraway places they might one day visit. Word games, activities, and creative prompts invite them to share what they’ve learned, draw or write about their own experiences, and even spell their names using American Sign Language.
Along the way, the book makes a clear connection between the clothing collection and the stories within its pages, showing how design and storytelling work hand in hand. It also highlights the work of Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), the nation’s largest children’s literacy nonprofit, and shows how each purchase contributes to their mission of putting books into the hands of children in under-resourced communities.
This engaging hardcover gives families a reason to sit together, read, and celebrate the wonders of language, sparking conversations that bring the mysteries of communication to life.
WHO ARE YOU HELPING?
Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) is the nation’s leading children’s literacy nonprofit, with a mission to put books and reading resources into the hands of children—especially those in under-resourced communities. To date, RIF has impacted more than 212 million children and distributed over 430 million books and resources online and in person.
We are donating 5% of all sales to our non-profit partners!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes! Each order includes a beautifully designed box, a themed book, and your selected clothing. All three elements are intentionally connected to create an immersive, hands-on learning experience.
Not at this time. The clothing, book, and box are designed to work together as a unified experience that sparks curiosity, connection, and learning.
Each book is thoughtfully created to meet children at different developmental stages. Younger kids will enjoy the colorful images and simple descriptions, while older children will engage with deeper facts and thought-provoking questions. These books grow with your child and invite re-reading and reflection over time.
Each book introduces you and your child to fascinating facts and unsolved mysteries tied to the theme of your collection. For example, the Nasca collection explores the mysterious Nasca lines of Peru—enormous shapes and figures carved into the desert nearly 2,000 years ago, some so massive they can only be seen from the sky. The books share compelling discoveries, pose intriguing questions, and encourage ongoing exploration and conversation.
Yes! New collections will be added over time. After all, the world is full of endless wonders and mysteries waiting to be discovered.
Ah—that’s a mystery for you to uncover! Stay curious…
We can’t give too much away—but it’s a chance to experience something truly unforgettable. Think of it as a one-of-a-kind, magical surprise designed to delight and inspire.
While our books and clothing are thoughtfully designed for children ages 3–10, Enlightened Generation is truly for the whole family. It offers a chance to pause, explore, and engage with the mysteries and wonders of the world — together. And because a portion of every purchase supports a valuable nonprofit organization, you’re not just inspiring curiosity at home — you’re making a meaningful difference far beyond it.
