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"Down the hill I run, rain-booted and sweater-free. And all around me, swallows swirl." One child's year is punctuated by the life cycle of the swallows roosting in the eaves of the shed. She watches as they build nests and teach their young to snap up bugs, zipping through the air in loop-the-loops. Winter comes and she imagines their journey south, towards warmer, longer days. And when the swallows return? She greets them open armed as friends....
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In a peaceful farm nestled within a small town, a brave and mischievous pig named Mykola roamed in search of thrilling adventures. One fateful day, Mykola found himself in a ferocious encounter with a bear, and although he fought valiantly, the outcome was tragic. The lifeless body of Mykola was tenderly laid to rest in the animal cemetery, bringing an end to his earthly journey.Enter Rick, an intrepid explorer with an insatiable curiosity for the...
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Join Bella, a spirited girl with a heart full of curiosity, in this enchanting children's fairy tale that weaves magic, adventure, and a touch of Halloween spookiness. In the small town of Whimsyville, there once lived a cheerful fox named Felix. Unfortunately, one fateful day, Felix's joyous life takes a dark turn when he is struck by a car and meets an untimely end. Little did anyone know, this was just the beginning of an extraordinary adventure.As...
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Join Unchika, a lively chicken residing in a quaint village, as she embarks on an unforgettable adventure filled with supernatural surprises and unexpected friendships.In a close-knit town, Unchika the cheerful chicken roams freely, spreading joy with her infectious clucks and colorful feathers. But one fateful day, disaster strikes when Unchika encounters a cunning fox. In a desperate attempt to escape, Unchika valiantly flees from the predator but...
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Nestled beside the swamp lies a bustling factory that recklessly pours its chemical waste into the once-vibrant habitat. The toxic surge floods the swamp, claiming the lives of its inhabitants, including the cheeky frog named Kiwi. Little did Kiwi know that his story was far from over.On the night of Halloween, when shadows loom large and the air crackles with supernatural energy, a witch named Sirena stumbles upon the desolate swamp. Moved by the...
6) Country Baby
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In this endearing board book, mom and baby enjoy a day out on the farm, picking carrots, cuddling sheep and finally coming home for a warm bath and snuggly bedtime. Pull on your boots for a day out on the farm.
Mud puddles, speckled eggs and cozy sheep's wool...It's a day in the country for mom and baby.
It starts when we pull on rubber boots. Then we're ready to splash in puddles, pet the cozy sheep's wool and explore the sounds and sights of...
8) Sam and Lucy
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Lucy is Sam's best hen. She takes good care of the baby chicks and makes sure all the chickens in the flock have a place to roost. Everyone loves Lucy. Especially Sam. Lucy and Sam do the chores together, go fishing--and Lucy always waits for Sam's bus after school. When Lucy starts to limp, the vet lets Sam know that Lucy is getting old and the best thing to do is give her lots of extra love. Which is just what Sam does. This tender story tells readers...
9) Riding Wild
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Twelve-year-old Victoria "Vic" Smith is not excited about summer in Willow Falls, Oklahoma. Uprooted from her friends and her home, Vic is staying at her grandpa's cattle ranch there while her mom works and saves up money for a new house. At least the town holds rodeos where she can show off her barrel-racing skills on her trusty horse, Buddy. But otherwise, Willow Falls seems to have nothing but mean girls and mysteries about her dad's past, a past...
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In Maryrose Wood's stunning middle-grade novel, Alice's Farm, a brave young rabbit must work with her natural predators to save her farmland home and secretly help the farm's earnest but incompetent new owners.
When a new family moves into Prune Street Farm, Alice and the other cottontails are cautious. The new owners are from the city; the family and their dog are not at all what the rabbits expect, and soon Alice is making new friends and doing...
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Living in Cork with her beloved Connemara pony Rhubarb, nine-year-old Roisin dreams of becoming an international event rider. When she wins a place at the globally renowned Saddlestone Connemara Pony Listening School in Galway, her dream seems within reach. However, after a shocking upset at the Irish National Eventing Championships involving her idol George, Roisin's world is thrown into chaos. Does this mean the end of Roisin and Rhubarb's eventing...
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Nine year old Sinead lives in Waterford with her much loved Irish Connemara pony Strawberry. After falling off Strawberry yet again, her parents decide that Strawberry is too dangerous and will have to be sold. But when Sinead finds a Golden Saddlestone Ticket and wins a place at the famous Connemara Pony Listening School in Galway, her parents give Strawberry one last chance. Can Sinead save Strawberry? Or will she lose Strawberry forever? Join Sinead...
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Georgia and the Power of the Vote traces the history of Georgia's enfranchisement and its influence on American politics from 1865 to 2021.
Since Reconstruction, Georgia's enfranchisement history has captured the nation's attention. During multiple waves, massive voter registration, mobilization, and suppression efforts were influenced by the pull-pull forces of those wanting to sustain power and those untiringly committed to acquiring it; those hoping...
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9 year old Conor lives in Donegal with his three year old Connemara pony Coconut. He loves all animals and dreams of becoming a vet when he grows up. When Conor wins a place with Coconut at the Saddlestone Connemara Pony Listening School in Galway, he can't believe his luck! But disaster strikes on the first day, when the principal Mrs. Thundercare says that Conor can't ride Coconut at Saddlestone. Will Conor have to say goodbye to Saddlestone and...
15) Catch Rider
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She may not have a horse, but she's got grit, a dream, and a coach willing to take a chance.Laney's life is upended when she's barred from the only stable she knows. Enter Drew, a trainer with an eye for talent and a heart for the underdog.In a world where dollars often dictate dominance, Laney – armed with resolve and a dream – must come to terms with what she's lost and trust in the possibilities of the future."Catch Rider" is a story of overcoming...
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Explore Australia with this fun and educational book! With Exploring Australia: Fascinating Facts for Young Learners, readers are taken on an exciting journey of discovery through adorable illustrations and fun facts about the country's culture, history, language, geography, and wildlife, your children will get an up close and personal look at this beautiful country. Perfect for young history and geography enthusiasts, this book is full of interesting...
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Every J Stephen's Garden Storybook is a wonderful read that not only provides a story with an uplifting moral, but also encourages your children to try and make, and most importantly, enjoy eating a wonderful children's friendly dish.
Poor Sidney, from the day he was born, he was much smaller and weaker than all the other baby string beans. Sidney started life barely holding on to the string bean vine. As they reached for the sun and drank from the...
18) Mi tractor
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Chug along with a farmer and his tractor on this multi-season animal adventure, now in Spanish! A busy farmer picks up fifteen animals along his route, but when his trailer hits a stone, chaos ensues. This singalong combines simple counting instruction with humor, repetition and rhythm to encourage learning fun. Includes educational endnotes on the different machines farmers use and the crops they grow! A QR code on the book provides access to video...
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Grab your jacket and head outside with twins Finlay and Leo as they complete their chores and work up an appetite for a savory farm-fresh treat.
Based on the author's homesteading adventures, this book is sure to be a hit with nature-loving (and curious!) kids who are keen to learn about basic sustainable living practices. Readers follow siblings Finlay and Leo on a journey to collect colorful eggs, check on the pigs in the silvopasture, and find...
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Quack, moo and neigh along to this riotous cumulative song! Inspired by a folk tale from Chile, this Spanish edition of the classic Barefoot Books singalong story introduces children to animals and their babies, and teaches how to count up to 16 in multiples of 2.
Margaret Read MacDonald travels the world sharing stories, and Childe is one of her most beloved places to visit. Margaret has written over thirty books. When not out exploring the world,...
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