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1) Feeling Blue
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Mr. Wren is feeling very blue, so Mrs. Wren decides to find out why.
With Mark Eatwell's spectacular nature photographs and Trevor Todd's simple, uncomplicated text, we find out Mr. Wren thinks he doesn't measure up to other birds. But once his secret is revealed, Mrs. Wren knows just how to cheer him up.
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Español
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Homework. Later! Chores. Later! When it comes to kids, everything that isn't fun can always be done LATER.
Kids are notorious for putting things off. It's easy for homework and chores to take a backseat to video games, hanging out with friends, watching television, or surfing online. Cómo dejar de procastinar (¡Hazlo ya!) hooks kids from the start, introducing Peter Procrastinator, who has every reason from video games to phoning his friends NOT...
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Español
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Introduce children to flexibility, stick-to-it-iveness (perseverance), and the benefits of trying something new in this English-Spanish bilingual book. It's hard to try new things-for adults as well as children. It's even harder to stay the course when something is more difficult than we thought it would be, or when things don't work out the way we hoped. Yet flexibility and perseverance are essential to success in all areas of life, at all ages and...
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Discover the poignant journey of Natalie as she faces adversity caused by The Cool Kids, her missed school treat, and a disastrous surprise party. However, her mother takes her to a special place, reminding her of the brilliant light within her. Inspired, Natalie learns the importance of shining brightly to guide others through darkness. This uplifting tale is a testament to friendship, resilience, and the transformative power of inner strength.
6) Mia's Glamma
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English
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Mia's grandma is no ordinary grandmother.
Mia calls her Glamma.
Mia's Glamma wears the latest fashions. She owns a restaurant. She even runs in marathons.
But she always makes time to share her love of the world with Mia.
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Tickets to the Fall of Icarus charts the flight of two flamboyant characters, Icarus and Audrey, as they navigate their way through the maelstrom of modern life amidst natural disasters, pandemics, online dating and even a little self-sabotage.
In artfully executed narrative poetry, Gering deploys his inimitable style and humour to bring characters into dynamic life on the page. Few readers won't see glimmers or shards of themselves in Audrey and...
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A book designed to teach children how to be confident in who they are from an early age by using positive affirmations. In the world we live in today, it is important to teach children their self-worth. This book is created to help children understand their value firstly to themselves, then to their family and the society whilst using a fun and practical approach.
Children can learn the alphabets whilst affirming positive words about who they are...
9) Super Switch
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In this partially illustrated early chapter book, Bailey is nervous about their first day at the Hero Academy, an elementary school for young superheroes. Bailey is SUPER nervous for their first day.
Nine-year-old Bailey Kaufman is nervous for their first day of school at the Hero Academy, the elementary school for young superheroes.
Surrounded by classmates with incredible powers, like flying and super snot, Bailey isn't sure where they fit in....
10) You Grow, Girl!
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Bloom where you're planted!
Root for your loved one in this plant-astic picture book that celebrates how much you enjoy seeing her bloom! Heartfelt, encouraging rhymes, delightful hand lettering, and beautiful plant illustrations make this an unbe-leaf-ably charming way to remind someone of any age just how amazing they are. An inspiring gift for new beginnings and when a little extra encourage-mint would grow a long way!
I'm rooting for you every...
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Violet's journey to be heard celebrates the power of bold, quiet people.
Violet Blandin makes it a habit to blend in. At school, no one notices her, but in the kitchen, she can't be missed. When a hands-on lesson about measurement goes haywire, Violet finds she is the only one who can save celebrated Chef Delaclaire from an awful encounter with a very salty cookie.
Quiet Violet Finds Her Voice celebrates introverted kids and affirms that being...
12) Don't Bully Me!
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The seventh book of the Charity series, Don't Bully Me! is about a ten-year-old boy who has been picked on and teased by a teen-age bully. He is afraid to let anyone know what is going on. Instead, he begins to act out and others take notice. Charity comes on the scene to give him the courage to confront the bully and to let adults know about the situation. This book is designed to give kids the courage to speak up and out about the effects of bullying...
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In this middle-grade novel, Lo's best friend, Jazz, is ditching her for the popular crowd, makeup and boys. But when Lo finds new friends who share her love of comics and Doctor Who, she discovers her voice-and the confidence to speak up for what's right.
Who would ditch cosplay and Doctor Who for bras and boys?
In this funny yet moving coming-of-age novel, a girl finds comfort, and eventually her voice, by writing letters to The Doctor from her...
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Step into a world of radiant self-care with "Journi Quest: A Holistic Guide to Skincare," where Tarsiana Urnice Hauses, a dark-skinned African Myelinated woman, unfolds the secrets to embracing your unique beauty. This exceptional skincare journal is a testament to Tarsiana's passion for the transformative power of nature, food, and holistic well-being. In 250 words, explore the pages curated by Tarsiana, a visionary who transcends conventional beauty...
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Français
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Qu'y a-t-il derrière l'image? Dans ce roman facile à lire et qui suscitera l'intérêt des jeunes adolescents, un projet d'arts plastiques permet à Sarah et à Laurie de découvrir qu'elles ont beaucoup de choses en commun.
Sarah ne porte que du noir et a toujours senti que la fin du monde était proche, tandis que Laurie s'habille en rose et cherche la beauté partout.
Un professeur d'arts plastiques sévère oblige Sarah et Laurie à travailler...
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Español
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A humor-filled take on a sickening subject: homework.
Homework can be horrible! It's the worst after eight hours at school; the last thing kids want to do is another hour or two of schoolwork at home. Not when there are zombies to fight and television to watch.
But homework isn't going anywhere, and kids need to learn to do it . . . without throwing up. Translated into Spanish, this book provides specific tips for starting, doing, and finishing...
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Español
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Spanish how-to guide offers practical, humorous help for kids who want to manage their tasks, time, and stuff.
In the quest for school success (not to mention a happy home life) kids have a lot to juggle: schoolwork, friends, activities, chores, bedrooms, electronics, lockers, and desks. Aprende a organizarte sin desesperarte provides friendly, entertaining help for kids who want to manage their tasks, time, and stuff, without going overboard.
Aprende...
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Celebrate the #1 Dad in your life with this adorably pun-tastic shaped board book for babies and toddlers!
No one else can measure up to Dad, it's true! Show him how much he nails it at fatherhood every day in this funny and heartfelt story from the USA Today bestselling Punderland series that brought you I Love You Like No Otter. Filled with tool-tally awesome puns, cute illustrations, and a special handle cut-out format shaped like a toolbox,...
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Your amygdala works hard to protect you from danger, but what about when it gets things wrong? This amusing character-driven narrative helps children learn to calm their amygdala and control their fight-flight-freeze impulses.
The amygdala is the brain's alarm system that alerts for danger, but sometimes it gets things wrong and needs help calming down. In this picture book, young readers receive kid-friendly information about the amygdala from...
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Inspire kids to love and celebrate themselves with Harriet's quest to find the perfect drawing subject.
Harriet and her classmates each have to draw a picture of something they love. Harriet loves unicorns, barbecue chip sundaes, and tubas . . . but those are already taken. With a little support and encouragement from her family, Harriet finally decides on the perfect thing to draw. Herself!
I Love Harriet Kippley is a sweet, humorous, lively,...
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