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I created this padlet with books that I believe children would thoroughly enjoy through the chosen categories. I listed books in each category taking into consideration what I felt would be the most beneficial for them. With this padlet, I would want students to find books that they feel they can relate to and draw into their own life. No words can describe the importance in children reading books at a young age and when I have the ability to be in control of my own classroom, the majority of these books will be available for my students.

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The Magical Tree written by Myriam Ouyessad 

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The Magical Tree written by Myriam Ouyessad 

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Inspired by Klimt's famous mural The Tree of Life , this dreamily illustrated children's book tells the story of a magical tree whose fruit saves lives. Painted during the artist's "golden period," Gustav Klimt's The Tree of Life has been interpreted in myriad ways. This children's book deftly incorporates the mysteries and depth of Klimt's masterpiece into a story for young readers. A young man is given a seed that grows into a beautiful fruit-bearing tree. After tasting the fruit, he can see into the future, including events that will put the lives of others in danger. A king and his lovely princess daughter test the boy's predictions, and love ensues. As children turn the pages of this exquisite book, they will be drawn into the intricately detailed and boldly colored illustrations, which echo Klimt's own artistry. The book includes a gorgeous reproduction of The Tree of Life , along with information about Klimt and his work. Designed to encourage children to discover new details each time they open the pages, this is a charming book that will be read over and over again.

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The Magical Tree: A Children's Book Inspired by Gustav Klimt (Children's Books Inspired by Famous Artworks)

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Amazon.com: The Magical Tree: A Children's Book Inspired by Gustav Klimt (Children's Books Inspired by Famous Artworks): 9783791372143: Ouyessad, Myriam: Books

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Dinosaurs are pretty strong and powerful, so why can't they scribble? This story is about a little boy who keeps hearing, "Never let a dinosaur scribble!" But in his heart believes that people just don't understand how beautiful scribbling can be. He wonders what would happen if he just gave him one crayon to scribble with, and realizes that the dinosaur had other ideas in mind! The dinosaur ends up creating too much, creating a whole new set of problems. But with a little imagination makes an amazing story!

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Never Let A Dinosaur Scribble! by Alber, Diane

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The Little Hippo written by Geraldine Elschener 

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The Little Hippo written by Geraldine Elschener 

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Drawing on ancient Egyptian sculptures seen in museums around the world, this enchanting story for children reveals the powerful connection between Egyptians and the hippopotami that inhabited the Nile. To the ancient Egyptians, the hippopotamus was one of the most dangerous animals in their world. The huge creatures were a hazard for small fishing boats and other river craft. But in this delightful story, a young boy befriends a little hippo and together they live out their days along the banks of the Nile. After many years, when the boy's life comes to an end, the hippo finds himself in a strange world populated with deserts, cities, forests, and finally a museum where he is reunited with his friends. Early Egyptian civilization has long been a source of curiosity and fascination for children. Through this simple, moving, and beautifully illustrated story young readers will discover how and why the hippopotamus was such an important figure in that ancient world.

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The Little Hippo: A Children's Book Inspired by Egyptian Art (Children's Books Inspired by Famous Artworks)

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Drawing on ancient Egyptian sculptures seen in museums around the world, this enchanting story for children reveals the powerful connection between Egyptians and the hippopotami that inhabited the Nile. To the ancient Egyptians, the hippopotamus was one of the most dangerous animals in their worl...

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The Great Wave written by Veronique Massenot 

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The Great Wave written by Veronique Massenot 

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The Busy Body Book written by Lizzy Rockwell 

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Lizzy Rockwell has been creating picture books since 1989. Much of what she knows about making books, she learned as a child. Her parents, Anne and Harlow Rockwell made books in their home studio in Connecticut, when Lizzy and her brother and sister were growing up. As an adult, Lizzy collaborated as illustrator on 19 books written by her mother. Her favorite things to draw are animals, plants, landscapes, and children's faces. She writes on topics of natural science and child wellness.

Lizzy believes that, "Being read to on the lap of a loving adult is as essential to a young child's

development as the nourishment of food. ... A book is the first work of art that a child will

experience. Art feeds the soul. It connects us to our shared human experience and helps make sense of the mysteries of the universe."

Lizzy lives and works from her home studio in Bridgeport, CT

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The Busy Body Book: A Kid's Guide to Fitness

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A celebration of the amazing human machine and a life on the move! Your amazing body can jump, sprint, twist, and twirl. Your body is built to move. Lizzy Rockwell explains how your bones and muscles, heart and lungs, nerves and brain all work together to keep you on the go.

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My Body Belongs to Me from my Head to my Toes written by Dagmar Geisler 

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My Body Belongs to Me from my Head to my Toes written by Dagmar Geisler 

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Now every parent, grandparent, or teacher can explain to a child the difference between appropriate and inappropriate touching in a way that young boys and girls can understand. is an educational tool to help instill confidence in children when it comes to their bodies. The narrative of the story is led by a girl named Clara, who encourages kids to say "no" if they are uncomfortable with physical contact. The narrator gives readers tips about what they can say or do to avoid unwanted physical contact, or how to tell the right people in the event it has already occurred.

As a child, there are constantly people trying to pick you up, hug you, or tickle you. Sometimes, though, children fall victims to people who try to touch them inappropriately.

But how do you tell someone, most likely an adult, that you don't want to be touched? Or, if it has already happened, how do you tell an adult you trust about what happened? You're only a child, and they're the adults. Why would they believe you?

My Body Belongs to Me from My Head to My Toes My Body Belongs to Me from My Head to My Toes is an invaluable resource that gives children a voice in uncomfortable situations.

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My Body Belongs to Me from My Head to My Toes (The Safe Child, Happy Parent Series)

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My Body Belongs to Me from My Head to My Toes (The Safe Child, Happy Parent Series) [Geisler, Dagmar, International Center for Assault Prevention, familia, pro] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. My Body Belongs to Me from My Head to My Toes (The Safe Child, Happy Parent Series)

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This cheerful love-your-body picture book for preschoolers is an exuberant read-aloud with bright and friendly illustrations to pore over.

From the acclaimed creator of Dancing at the Pity Party and Roaring Softly, this picture book is a pure celebration of all the different human bodies that exist in the world. Highlighting the various skin tones, body shapes, and hair types is just the beginning in this truly inclusive book. With its joyful illustrations and encouraging refrain, it will instill body acceptance and confidence in the youngest of readers. "My body, your body, every different kind of body! All of them are good bodies! BODIES ARE COOL!"

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Body Boundaries Make Me Stonger written by Elizabeth Cole 

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Body Boundaries Make Me Stonger written by Elizabeth Cole 

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Every parent must navigate the tricky situation of teaching kids about personal boundaries in a healthy, age-appropriate manner. Finding the right personal safety books to do it, however, just got easier with this book about personal space.

Little Nick's story is a beautifully illustrated consent book for parents to read with their little boys and girls. In this boundaries for kids book, Little Nick experiences several situations that make him uncomfortable, but once he tells his parents, he gains new ways to address the situations.

What Kids Will Learn:

Little Nick's story provides a great guide for social emotional learning for kids. All of the situations in the children's safety books are relatable and useful for teaching consent to children in an age-appropriate manner, whether they're a boy or girl.

The exceptional story lets kids see who their body belongs to, how to express their feelings in what's said, what rules they might set up, and when there need to be exceptions to things like underpants for doctors.

This baby and child safety book is great conversation starter that kids can use while learning to read. The social emotional learning book for kids features rhyming text and high-quality illustrations that help children read the story themselves as they learn about good touch, bad touch for kids.

This body safety book for kids also promotes the basics for teaching kids about private parts. This kids' book about safety increases body awareness for kids and is an excellent addition to any child's library.

Body Boundaries Make Me Stronger is part of a series of social emotional books for kids that explore emotions, feelings, and social skills. This story is designed to help parents talk to their child about self-care, keeping safe, growing up, how to say what makes them uncomfortable, and much more.

So, don't wait and add this book to a child's reading today!

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Body Boundaries Make Me Stronger: Personal Safety Book for Kids about Body Safety, Personal Space, Private Parts and Consent that Teaches Social Skills and Body Awareness (World of Kids Emotions)

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Body Boundaries Make Me Stronger: Personal Safety Book for Kids about Body Safety, Personal Space, Private Parts and Consent that Teaches Social Skills and Body Awareness (World of Kids Emotions) [Cole, Elizabeth, Kamenshikova, Julia] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers.

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God Gave Us Heaven written by Lisa Bergren

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God Gave Us Heaven written by Lisa Bergren

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This gentle story provides satisfying answers for a young child's most difficult questions about what happens after this life, inviting "little cubs" to find comfort in knowing that God Gave Us Heaven -part of the bestselling God Gave Us series, with more than 5 million books sold! "What is heaven like?"Papa patiently answers each question, assuring her that . . . "Heaven will be full of everything good."

As the sun rises on her snow-covered world, Little Cub wonders aloud . . .

With tender words, her Papa describes a wonderful place, free of sadness and tears, where God warmly welcomes his loved ones after their life on earth is over. Little Cub and Papa spend the day wandering their beautiful, invigorating arctic world while she asks all about God's home:
How do we get to heaven? Will we eat there? Will I get to see you in heaven?

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Amazon.com: God Gave Us Heaven: 9781400074464: Lisa T. Bergren, Laura J. Bryant: Books

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I Prayed for You written by Jean Fischer 

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I Prayed for You written by Jean Fischer 

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One of the best children's books about love and family, I Prayed for You by Jean Fischer reveals how deep a mother's love for her child can go. This board book is great for little ones and has sold more than 300,000 copies!

The heartwarming story follows a mother bear who prayed for her child's arrival, then cherished and prayed for each of her baby's firsts--from first step to first boo-boo to first day of school.

I Prayed for You is just as meaningful to parents as to children. Inside you'll find

10 rhyming prayers that show children how loved they are

adorable heartwarming art

glossy pages that are easy to wipe clean

This book is perfect for

boys and girls, ages 0 to 4

parents who dreamed of having children, who struggled with infertility, or who became parents through surrogacy, IVF, adoption, fostering, or other means

Mother's Day, baby showers, baptisms, or adoption parties.

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Our name says it all. We make books...for kids! Creating high quality products for kids and their caregivers to enjoy is what fuels our passion to innovate and perfect our craft. We love what we do and work hard to show it in every product we make!

Kidsbooks Publishing is dedicated to creating books, in a variety of formats, that will educate, entertain, and delight children of all ages. Our mission is to foster a lifelong love of reading and learning. Each product is designed to support parent-and-child interactions and building memories that last a lifetime. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for updates on what we're working on for you and your family to enjoy!

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God Made Us (Tender Moments) [Link Dyrdahl, Kidsbooks Publishing, Cee Biscoe;Cee Biscoe;Cee Biscoe;Cee Biscoe, Cee Biscoe;Cee Biscoe;Cee Biscoe;Cee Biscoe] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. God Made Us (Tender Moments)

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Thank You God, Good Night written by Marianne Richmond 

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From beloved bestselling author Marianne Richmond comes a heartwarming book full of goodnights and gratitude. Thank You God, Good Night reminds readers and little ones just how much there is to be thankful for every day.

Snuggle up with animal friends to thank God for the joys in the day, big and small, and celebrate the blessings found all around us.

"One more thing before I dream...
Thank you, God, for everything!

Thank you, God, for family dear
helpers, teachers far and near

Thank you, God for friends and fun.
Memory making, rain or sun."

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Thank You God, Good Night: A Christian Book for Kids About the Importance of Gratitude

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Thank You God, Good Night: A Christian Book for Kids About the Importance of Gratitude

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When I Pray For You written by Matthew Paul Turner 

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When I Pray For You written by Matthew Paul Turner 

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USA TODAY, PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, AND WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLERWhen God Made You comes a new illuminating message about God's design affirming young readers. is a beautifully affirming book, in which children and parents will see their own stories come to life. celebrates the dreams, hopes, and longings parents pray over their children, and shares with the little ones how much care and concern a loved one feels for them.

From the author of the best-selling When I Pray for You When I Pray for You

With lyricism, whimsy, and heartfelt emotion, Matthew Paul Turner reveals the tender emotions connected with watching a beloved child grow up and experience the world. Paired with Kimberley Barnes's vivid and playful illustrations, From the moment I saw you,

I started to pray. Big prayers and small ones

This is a book you will read to your child again and again. Perfect for any occasion, as well as for milestones including baby showers, birthdays, and graduations.

I have sent God's way. I prayed you felt safe, full of joy and content. When I whispered "I love you," you knew what I meant.

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Amazon.com: When I Pray for You: 9780525650584: Turner, Matthew Paul, Barnes, Kimberley: Books

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God Gave Us You written by Lisa Tawn Bergren 

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The Life of a S'more written by Kris Taft Miller 

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Will Marshall the marshmallow fulfill his life long dream of becoming a s'more? And how will he work with such different characters as a graham cracker and chocolate??

A heartwarming story that started with an idea from her young son about how a s'more is made and how the different parts come together and evolved into a conversation about how different we all are but that we are always better when we work together!

Celebrating our differences, in a sweet, simple way this story follows Marshall the marshmallow who dreams of becoming an ooey gooey s'more. He believes the s'more is where a marshmallow is the star! As he grows closer to his dream, he meets new friends that look different from him and have different perspectives, like Graham and Greta the graham crackers and Coco the chocolate bar. The new friends all wonder how they could all work together to make this mysterious thing they have heard of called a s'more?

Perfect for young learners to open a dialogue about how to celebrate diversity and how we are alike and how we are different and how it all works better when we try to see each other's perspectives and most importantly - work together!

Complete with FREE supplemental downloads for parent and teachers including journal pages to reflect on the ideas introduced and fun coloring pages with quotes to reinforce the ideas of working together.

A former Walt Disney Animation designer, Kris Taft Miller's film credits include Lilo & Stitch, Treasure Planet, Brother Bear, Home on the Range, Chicken Little and Meet the Robinsons.

She moved to North Carolina in 2004 to be with her husband, Jeremy, where she started her own graphic design company, KT Design, LLC, and continues to freelance for Disney as well as a large variety of other clients around the world. Her specialties include e-learning, logos, web and collateral design, book covers and layouts, countless print projects and more.

Kris also runs a successful educational materials line for elementary school teachers under her Print Designs by Kris label.

Working on her own book projects as well as her two son's book projects is one of her very favorite things to do!

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The Life of a S'more: A children's book celebrating diversity and uniqueness like only a s'more can!

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The Life of a S'more: A children's book celebrating diversity and uniqueness like only a s'more can!

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Acceptance is my Superpower written by Alicia Ortego

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Acceptance is my Superpower written by Alicia Ortego

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Do you want your children to honor, celebrate, and see the beauty in our differences?

We are all different. And whilst children are often wonderful at accepting differences easily, there are times when a lack of understanding can result in hurtful words or actions. As adults, it is our responsibility to teach children that differences are not flaws but are, in fact, our super powers.

Lisa, a primary school student with a love of singing, learns just that in 'Acceptance is my Superpower' when a cruel comment from someone she regards as a friend leads her down a path of discovery of the true meaning of diversity and how it can be applied to everyone.

Laid out as a charming poem with colourful illustrations, children will delight in learning:

* How to love themselves

* How to accept others

* How to control negative emotions

* How to share their newfound knowledge

Learning by example

The examples in this story are there to teach children that their differences are not to be ridiculed but instead, celebrated. When Lisa learns this valuable lesson in the book and then shares that knowledge with the person who upset her, we realise the importance of helping children understand the world would be a very boring place indeed if we were all the same.

"Just like all the petals on all these different flowers,

Diversity is beautiful and gives us superpowers!"

Please join me and Lucas spread the word to all you know,

Acceptance is our superpower and together we will grow.

From the bestselling author of Kindness is my Superpower

Join Lisa and Lucas, as together, they learn the most valuable lesson of all - they have a superpower - their acceptance.

Get your copy now!

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Acceptance is my Superpower: A children's Book about Diversity and Equality (My Superpower Books)

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Jayneen (aka Jay Dale) is an experienced primary school teacher, editor, author and publisher.

She started her teaching career in the 1980s as an elementary school teacher in rural Queensland, Australia. She then moved to Victoria and taught at a number of inner-city schools.

In 1985, Jay had a change of career and became an educational editor and publisher.

In the early 90s, Jay and her partner moved to Japan to work as English teachers. They lived and worked in Japan for over three and a half years. In fact, Jay's first daughter was born there.

On returning to Australia, Jay began work as an educational author/packager. Since that time, she has authored and produced numerous award-winning titles for the educational publishing industry. Jay is also an accomplished children's book author, writing a number of titles for such literacy series as ZigZags, Totally Kidz, Deadly and Incredible, and a children's picture book series for Penguin.

During 2008 and 2009, Jay returned to teaching. That experience refreshed her understanding of issues facing children, teachers and parents.

She is currently working with an educational publisher as lead author of a new literacy series. Jay has written over 100 titles in that series.

More importantly, Jay is a mother of three teenage girls and has been a school councillor at her local primary school for over seven years. This time spent in primary schools both as a teacher and a parent inspired her to ask the question of her community: 'What are we doing in schools to protect our children from sexual interference?' When she realised very little was actually being done, she decided to use her authoring and publishing skills to write books to help parents, carers and teachers to broach the subject of self-protection and to encourage children to speak up.

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Included: A book for all children about inclusion, diversity, disability, equality and empathy

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Included: A book for all children about inclusion, diversity, disability, equality and empathy [Sanders, Jayneen, Carrossine, Camila] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Included: A book for all children about inclusion, diversity, disability, equality and empathy

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All People Are Beautiful written by Vincent Kelly 

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Introduce diversity and acceptance in a colorful way that highlights the beauty in our differences

Kids recognize differences from a very early age. Follow along as kids are introduced to many multicultural differences, highlighting why they make us unique. Through creative rhymes and colorful illustrations, children will delight in finding ways to honor how being human brings us together.

Interactive guide for kids to learn new words in different languages while celebrating our differences

Inclusion starts by recognizing how we each fit in. Children will learn that community is what brings us together, then practice what they learn through several activities. Kids will try their hand at speaking in different languages. They'll have a chance to design their own character, and create a personal flag.

Best diversity and acceptance book by award-winning children's book author Vincent Kelly

Award-winning author Vincent Kelly is a husband and a father. He loves to write stories that are filled with life lessons and focus on promoting positive behavior and equality. He partners with schools to provide resources to enhance the learning experience, build relationships, and make a difference.

Other books you may like

Here at Puppy Dogs & Ice Cream, we believe that children's books are more than just stories - they're vessels of inspiration, education, and imagination. Read our other best-selling children's books from Puppy Dogs & Ice Cream like Slow Down Sue, The Silent Words of Yackety Mack, Fiona Flamingo, and The Brave Little Crab.

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All People Are Beautiful - Children's Diversity Book That Teaches Acceptance and Belonging, and How to Feel Comfortable In the Skin You Live In - A Child's First Conversation About Race

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All People Are Beautiful - Children's Diversity Book That Teaches Acceptance and Belonging, and How to Feel Comfortable In the Skin You Live In - A Child's First Conversation About Race [Vincent Kelly, Cha Consul] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers.

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Our Diversity Makes us Stronger written by Elizabath Cole 

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Breathe Like a Bear written by Kira Willey 

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Breathe Like a Bear is a beautifully illustrated collection of mindfulness exercises designed to teach kids techniques for managing their bodies, breath, and emotions. Best of all, these 30 simple, short breathing practices and movements can be performed anytime, anywhere: in the car to the grocery store, during heavy homework nights at home, or even at a child's desk at school.

Based on Kira Willey's Parents' Choice GOLD Award-winning CD, Mindful Moments for Kids , this one-of-a-kind book is sure to help kids find calm, gain focus, and feel energized during the day, and encourage families to establish a fun and consistent mindfulness practice, whether at home or on the go.

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Breathe Like a Bear: 30 Mindful Moments for Kids to Feel Calm and Focused Anytime, Anywhere (Mindfulness Moments for Kids)

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Breathe Like a Bear: 30 Mindful Moments for Kids to Feel Calm and Focused Anytime, Anywhere (Mindfulness Moments for Kids) [Willey, Kira, Betts, Anni] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers.

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Kindness is my Superpower written by Alicia Ortego

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Kindness is my Superpower written by Alicia Ortego

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Teach your children the power of Kindness, one of the most important skills a child can learn.

Are you one of 90 percent of parents, saying that their top priorities for their kids is to be caring? This makes sense: Kindness and concern for others are held as moral virtues in nearly every society and every major religion.

The best social-emotional learning (SEL) book for raising kind children.

This charming story with peaceful rhymes and colorful illustrations will explain to your child that it is okay to make a mistake and say I'm sorry. Lucas will teach your child good manners and positive behaviour at home, at school, in the store, and on the playground.

Kids learn best by example.

With the perfect examples, this book offers, your child will have more understanding for others, accept diversity, thrive in a multicultural and inclusive environment, and show more empathy. Throughout the story, little superhero Lucas will learn what kindness means and understand what it is like to be kind, sensitive, caring, and generous.

Awards & Recognition

#1 Amazon Bestseller in Children's Multiculturalism & Tolerance (US)

Updated on February 2022

Practice Random Acts of Kindness.

Also included are Acts of Kindness Cards to promote empathy and kindness.

Kindness is something anyone can learn:

Give to others and ask nothing in return.

Helping others is simply the best thing to do.

When you are kind, kindness comes back to you.

"Kindness is my Superpower" is intended for children of all ages. We warmly recommend it to parents, teachers, and anyone who works with children.

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Kindness is my Superpower: A children's Book About Empathy, Kindness and Compassion (My Superpower Books)

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My Body Sends A Signal written by Natalia Maguire 

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How to teach kids about emotions and feelings?Like teaching them everything else - using clear words, familiar situations, exciting pictures and a lot of hands-on activities (games, puzzles, coloring pages, etc.) One can, of course, spend time and find various resources online. Or one can get just one book.This book is an excellent educational source that has is all. The book includes a cute story that kids can relate to, beautiful illustrations that capture children's attention, calming-down activities for kids, instructions to adults on the follow-up activities, emotions cards, feelings cards, coloring pages and related short stories to teach kids empathy.

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My Body Sends a Signal: Helping Kids Recognize Emotions and Express Feelings (Resilient Kids)

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My Tiny Temper written by Christopher Fequiere 

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My Tiny Temper written by Christopher Fequiere 

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This is the book parents and kids are raving about! "My son loves this book and it has helped so much! Worth every penny!" Loriann WilsonThis is a book about emotions, tempers and dealing with BIG feelings!My Tiny Temper helps kids handle big emotions in a healthy way using a variety of skills, including:
"It's a great book and my 3 & 5 year old grandkiddoes love it and we talk about our "tempers" all the time now!" A Tiny Temper is when a child has an unplanned outburst of anger and frustration.

My Tiny Temper (a book best for kids ages 2-7) follows a kid around his day as he accomplishes daily tasks while battling a growing monster of emotions.
* Great for kids ages 2-7
* The social emotional learning is great for kids who are just beginning to understand their feelings and how to communicate them.
* Impulse control

This book is great for the bookshelves of parents with toddlers and preschoolers. It features diverse characters and is written by a black dad and his son!
* Emotional self-regulation
* Problem solving
* Delaying gratification
* Negotiating
* Knowing what's appropriate or expected in each situation
* Give specific directions.
* Help kids follow steps
* Record the routine.
* Praise the effort
* My Tiny Temper features diverse characters to enrich your child's learning experience!

This book helps kids learn that it is ok to feel anger. The goal however, is to teach kids to not let anger overcome them but that instead we must stop, take a deep breath and have a tiny chat with our not-so-tiny-temper before it grows out of control.

At any age, crying is a normal response to being overwhelmed by strong feelings, like anger, fear, stress, or even happiness. Some children, however, cry more than others. Those same children may get angry more often, feel frustrated faster, and get overly excited. Big emotions can make life a little bit more difficult for these kids unless they learn how to engage in emotion regulation.

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My Tiny Temper: A Children's Book About Battling A Growing Monster of Emotion: A book for kids (age 2-7) about learning to deal with tempers and ... books about dealing with different emotions)

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Today, I feel Anxious written by Amy West 

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The Night the Saints Saved Christmas written by Gracie Jagla 

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What happens when Saint Nick awakes on Christmas Eve with a sore throat and itchy nose? Find out in a Christmas story families and little ones will treasure: The Night the Saints Saved Christmas.

With beautiful illustrations and a memorable rhyme, this children's book tells the story of a magical Christmas Eve when the saints unite to deliver the presents and concludes with a touching reminder about the true meaning of Christmas.

Children will enter more fully into the reason for the season and learn why we give gifts at Christmas, while growing deeper in their love and appreciation for the saints who watch over us and help us.

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Amazon.com: The Night the Saints Saved Christmas: 9781681924410: Gracie Jagla: Books

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Check out my newest book WIGGLE YOUR TOES! A Book to pull,fluff, and wiggle!

I have always been interested in folk art from around the world, Indian miniatures, Mexican ceramics, fabrics, Chagall, Matisse, children's art, and primitive painting, and I love to paint and experiment with pattern, texture, collage and color. The careers I've had--as a costume designer, a quilt maker, a fabric artist, and a graphic designer--have taken all these interests into account. Looking back, I can see that these passions and career choices have played a large part in influencing me to become a children's book author and illustrator.

But most importantly, it was after my husband and I adopted our daughter from Guatemala that I was inspired to do a children's book for her. My first book, Over the Moon, was the story of that magical experience of welcoming our daughter Lena into our lives. I painted, I drew, I collaged, and I wrote, and after working very hard... a beautiful book was born! Twenty-two books later, my daughter--now fourteen years old--still is an inspiration for me.

I am fascinated by babies and little kids. The simplest words and gestures can make them laugh. Sometimes standing in line at the supermarket and watching kids in grocery carts, my best ideas are born.

I am fascinated by people from all over the world and what they look like and how they live and the differences that make us all unique.

When an idea pops into my head I ask these questions:

Will a child want to read this book?

Will a parent want to read this book with their child?

Will this book make a parent and child feel something?

Is there something visual here that will hold a child's interest?

Will a child see something in a different way after reading this book?

If the answer is yes, then I know I'm on the right track.

I am very lucky to get to do what I do. Everyday I go into my studio and have fun. Don't get me wrong, some days are very frustrating. Sometimes the colors are all wrong and the words don't sound right. But after I work at it for a while...and try to do it a different way...and think...and change the words or colors...and try some more...suddenly, there it is--a great page of writing, or a great illustration. And nothing is more satisfying than that.

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My First Kwanzaa (My First Holiday) [Katz, Karen, Katz, Karen] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. My First Kwanzaa (My First Holiday)

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Bubba Brayna's legendary latkes lure an unexpected visitor into her home in this playful Hanukkah tale from a master storyteller. . A traditional recipe for latkes is included in the back matter, along with interesting, digestible facts about the history and traditions of Hanukkah.

Bubba Brayna makes the best latkes in the village, and on the first night of Hanukkah, the scent of her cooking wakes a hungry, adorable bear from his hibernation. He lumbers into town to investigate, and Bubba Brayna-who does not see or hear very well-mistakes him for her rabbi. She welcomes the bear inside to play the dreidel game, light the menorah, and enjoy a scrumptious meal.

A 2013 National Jewish Book Award Winner, this book is perfect for a holiday story time with children- either in the classroom or at home, as an introduction for young readers to the traditions and customs of Hanukkah, and as a classic to return to year after year.
However, after her well-fed guest leaves, there's a knock at the door-it's the rabbi, and all of Brayna's other friends, arriving for dinner. But there are no latkes left-and together, they finally figure out who really ate them.

Lively illustrations by Mike Wohnoutka, portraying the sprightly Bubba Brayna and her very hungry guest, accompany this instant family favorite, a humorous reworking of Eric A. Kimmel's earlier classic tale, The Chanukkah Guest

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Hanukkah Bear [Kimmel, Eric A., Wohnoutka, Mike] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Hanukkah Bear

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My name is Allison Black. I'm an illustrator and designer specializing in cute and colorful creations. I'm originally from Rochester, New York and I received my Bachelor's of Fine Art at Syracuse University in 2008. After school, I lived in Los Angeles and Minneapolis but I have now made Columbus, Ohio my home.

I worked for two years in the baby bedding industry before I was hired by Target. For the next seven years I worked in-house on various teams including: the Seasonal Team, Stationery Team, Toddler Apparel, Bullseye's Playground, and the 2D Art Team. I worked directly with factories and vendors, gave art direction and feedback, designed proprietary artwork and products, and developed my illustration style and artistic voice. In 2017 I left Target to work for myself and to focus more on the children's book industry.

Over the years, I've developed an enormous range of products from baby bedding to kid's clothing, Christmas ornaments to summer toys. I've collaborated with various stationery companies to develop playful greeting cards and I have my own line, Hip-Hip, which can be found in my shop. But no matter what I'm creating, I always bring a little Allison flair to the project through my bold color palettes, playful illustrations, and thoughtful design.

Besides making art, I enjoying gardening, traveling, eating sweet treats and going for walks. I love animals and bugs and I share my home with two ridiculous dogs, a grumpy cat and two chatty guinea pigs. I have a young son, a one year old daughter and an amazing husband. I feel very lucky to do what I love for a living!

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Go, Girls, Go! [Gilbert, Frances, Black, Allison] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Go, Girls, Go!

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A Is for Awesome!: 23 Iconic Women Who Changed the World

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Amazon.com: A Is for Awesome!: 23 Iconic Women Who Changed the World: 9781250215994: Chen, Eva, Desierto, Derek: Books

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This Little Trailblazer written by Joan Holub 

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Joan Holub is the NY Times bestselling author of over 200 children's books:

* GODDESS GIRLS series - 30 MG books + graphic novels; a middle grade spin on Greek Mythology

* HEROES IN TRAINING - 18 chapter books + graphic novels

* ZERO THE HERO - picture book illus by NYTimes bestselling Tom Lichtenheld

* I AM THE SHARK, picture book illus by Laurie Keller

* BEARS ARE BEST!, picture book illus by Laurie Keller

* BIG STUFF PLANES ROCKETS SPACECRAFT!

* BIG STUFF DOZER, EXCAVATOR, MIXER, & MORE!

* MIGHTY DADS, NYTimes bestselling picture book illus by James Dean

* LITTLE GODDESS GIRLS early chapter book series (ages 5-7)

* SHAMPOODLE

* BALLET STARS

* LITTLE RED WRITING - picture book 3 starred reviews + 4 notable lists

https://www.joanholub.com

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This Little Trailblazer: A Girl Power Primer

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This Little Trailblazer: A Girl Power Primer [Holub, Joan, Roode, Daniel] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. This Little Trailblazer: A Girl Power Primer

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Girls Can Do Anything written by Caryl Hart 

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Give that special girl in your life wings to fly with this enchanting book about all the things a girl can do. Whether she dreams of being a vet that heals people's pets, a firefighter that braves the flames, an astronaut floating in deep, dark space, or a fearless jungle explorer, there's nothing that a girl can't do.

Perfect for parents, teachers, and gift givers looking for:

One size definitely does not fit all in this book: charming depictions of girls being scruffy or fancy, neat or messy, and everything in between are explored and celebrated, because each girl is unique and unlike all others. Empower young girls everywhere and let them know that being told "you're such a girl" is the greatest compliment of all!

Girls come in all different colors and sizes.

They delight and amaze us.

They're full of surprises.

Girls can do anything they want to do.

And if YOU are a girl....

You can do these things too!

What parents and grandparents are saying:

Amazing! The message of empowerment is so important for little girls! On the inside of the front and back cover, there are little portraits of influential women throughout history (Serena Williams, RBG, etc.). Awesome book, highly recommend!

We love this book! My 3-year-old already memorized and now randomly shouts "I'M A GIRL. I'M FANTASTIC. I'M STRONG, BRAVE AND PROUD " I highly recommend this book. Great way to empower young girls and teach them to love, appreciate and accept all differences among themselves and other girls.

I got the book after a boy in my daughter's class told her she couldn't play football. This book was amazing. It had girls of all different colors and abilities in the illustrations as well. Wow I'm stunned. So good! All girls deserve this book on their shelves.

I absolutely LOVE this book, and my 5-year-old does too. So meaningful, inspiring and encouraging for young ladies. The biographies at the back are my daughter's favorite part of the book. She loves listening to me explaining who every lady is and what she did in her life.

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Girls Can Do Anything: An Empowering Book for Children (Feminist Girl Power, Inclusive Gifts for Toddlers, Baby Book About Self Esteem)

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Girls Can Do Anything: An Empowering Book for Children (Feminist Girl Power, Inclusive Gifts for Toddlers, Baby Book About Self Esteem) [Hart, Caryl, Pye, Ali] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers.

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It's Ok to be Different written by Sharon Purtill 

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Literary Titan Gold Award Winning Book

Every Child is Unique! Whether they are big or small, short or tall, like to swim, dance, sing or bike. Perhaps they have a special need or disability, or have a different ethnic background. Maybe they wear glasses, talk differently or require a wheelchair to get around. The truth is that all children are different and their individuality should be celebrated, not shunned. And this inspiring and brightly illustrated rhyming picture book does just that.

By highlighting the ways kids are different from one another it helps children to accept themselves and others as the beautifully unique individuals that they are. It's OK to be Different encourages kids to be kind and befriend those who are different from themselves, showing young children that they don't have to look alike or enjoy doing the same activities to be kind to one another.

Readers will come away with the message: "You should always be kind to those who are different from you. Because to them, YOU are different too."

As more children read this book and learn this concept, we can impact the world in a positive way while at the same time teach early literacy. This non-fiction book closes with a short survey for children about kindness and is a terrific way to help you start an age appropriate conversation about diversity.

It's OK to be Different is a kid's book that belongs in children's book libraries alongside other popular children's books like Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown because of the simplicity of the rhymes, the detailed illustrations and its uniquely powerful message about kindness and diversity.

Themes represented in this book include diversity, kindness, anti-bullying, racism, disabilities and special needs. So if you're looking for a diverse book for kids that can start an important conversation at an early age, you've found it.

So, if you are looking for a good children's book for kids 2-4 or 3-5, or even children 6-8 with special needs, this colourful rhyming picture book is a great choice. And don't be surprised if it quickly becomes a favourite they ask to read again and again.

One parent left a reader review that said: "Amazing. This really helped my child become more confident. I am really happy with how this book improved how she thinks about herself." It's OK to be Different is all about showing children that the things that make them different are the very things that make them, them. We are all human, but we are not all the same and the things that make us different are the things that make us, unique.

It's the perfect gift book for both boys and girls preschool through grade 3. It helps parents and eduators start an age appropriate conversation about race, special needs and other ways adults and children are diverse.

NOTE: The paperback, kindle editions were updated July 2020 and the hardcover was updated in August 2020. The updates included a dedicated dedication page and a few revised illustrations.

This title is also able in the following additional languages: Spanish, French and German and Hindi.

Other Works by this author include: The Wonder of Thunder , and Kids Say and Do the Darndest Things (a parenting journal designed to capture all the crazy, silly, funny, serious and hilarious stuff your kid says and does. Kids Say and Do the Darndest Things is an interactive parenting journal with large fun speech bubbles, questions to ask your child and plenty of lined space for capturing all the greatest moments.) Click on the authors name at the top of this page to find titles from this author.

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It's OK to be Different: A Children's Picture Book About Diversity and Kindness

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It's OK to be Different: A Children's Picture Book About Diversity and Kindness [Purtill, Sharon, Saha, Sujata] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. It's OK to be Different: A Children's Picture Book About Diversity and Kindness

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A Trapezoid is Not a Dinosaur written by Suzanne Morris 

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In this wildly amusing, unconventional shape concept book, Trapezoid is here to declare that he's a shape, too. He's NOT a type of dinosaur!

Shape up, shapes! Triangle is hosting auditions for all the best shapes to be in his play. Circle, Square, and Star each get a part. But Trapezoid just doesn't "fit in." Is he even a shape? The others think he sounds like a type of dinosaur . Determined to show off his usefulness, Trapezoid tries to act like the other shapes, to no avail. Eventually, though, Trapezoid celebrates his own distinct shape properties in order to become part of the performance.

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A Trapezoid Is Not a Dinosaur! by Morris, Suzanne

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I grew up in a house filled with books. My grandmother was in the book business many years ago. My mother was an editor and writer for more than 50 years. My sister is an award-winning book designer and my son is a writer/illustrator. It's a family thing. At the moment, my son and I are working on several new projects. We have launched a YouTube channel and are creating picture books for young children and a series of comic books for middle grade readers.

I hope you enjoy Glad Monster, Sad Monster, a collaboration with Caldecott Award winning illustrator Ed Emberley. This colorful monster book, complete with tear out and storable masks has been translated into French and Spanish and is used world-wide to help children identify and cope with their feelings. It's well-loved by parents and teachers alike. To Market, To Market illustrated by Janet Stevens is a classic in the classroom and a favorite with children.

My newest book, Tangled is published by Simon & Schuster, A Paula Wiseman Book and illustrated by Eric Comstock. The book is about some playful little shapes that get tangled up in a jungle gym and the community effort to free them. It's a fun read-aloud with a mathematics theme for home and school. So far, it's a big hit with teachers and librarians!

Visit my website: www.annemiranda.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/BarbeeAnne (please subscribe!)

Instagram: www.instagram/annemirandabooks

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Amazon.com: Monster Math: 9780152165307: Miranda, Anne, Powell, Polly: Books

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Goodnight Numbers written by Danica McKellar 

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Count your way to sweet dreams with help from The Wonder Years /Hallmark actress, math whiz, and author Danica McKellar! This New York Times bestselling bedtime book with a math twist is perfect both for getting ready for bed and learning at home. Goodnight, Numbers gives your child the building blocks for math success. As children say goodnight to the objects all around them-three wheels on a tricycle, four legs on a cat-they will connect with the real numbers in their world while creating cuddly memories, night after night. Loving numbers is as easy as 1, 2, 3!for bedtimes or storytimes focusing on counting ." -S

This deceptively simple bedtime book sneaks in secret counting concepts to help make your 2-5 year old smarter . . . and by the end, sleepier! The first in the McKellar Math line, chool Library Journal

"A winner Goodnight Moon ." -

"The joys of counting combine with pretty art and homage to

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Goodnight, Numbers (McKellar Math) [McKellar, Danica, Padrón, Alicia] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Goodnight, Numbers (McKellar Math)

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I write both fiction and non-fiction. I begin my fiction with the main character. The story comes later. Of course, since I'll be spending a lot of time with each main character, why not have him or her be someone I like? Andy Russell is based, loosely, on a beloved member of my family. He's fun to write about and the boy who inspired the character is even more fun to know. Cam Jansen is based even more loosely on a classmate of mine in the first grade whom we all envied because we thought he had a photographic memory. Now, especially when my children remind me of some promise they said I made, I really envy Cam's amazing memory. I have really enjoyed writing about Cam Jansen and her many adventures. For my books of non-fiction I write about subjects I find fascinating. My first biography was Our Golda: The Life of Golda Meir. To research that book, I bought a 1905 set of encyclopedia. Those books told me what each of the places Golda Meir lived in were like when she lived there. I've written many other biographies, including books about Martin Luther King, Jr; George Washington; Abraham Lincoln; Helen Keller; Harriet Tubman; Anne Frank; and many others in my Picture Book Biography series. I've been a Yankee and a Lou Gehrig fan for decades so I wrote Lou Gehrig: The Luckiest Man. It's more the story of his great courage than his baseball playing. Children face all sorts of challenges and it's my hope that some will be inspired by the courage of Lou Gehrig. I am working now on another book about a courageous man, Janusz Korczak. My book One Yellow Daffodil is fiction, too, but it's based on scores of interviews I did with Holocaust survivors for my books We Remember the Holocaust, Child of the Warsaw Ghetto, The Number on My Grandfather's Arm, and Hiding from the Nazis. The stories I heard were compelling. One Yellow Daffodil is both a look to the past and to the future, and expresses my belief in the great spirit and strength of our children. I love math and was a math teacher for many years, so it was fun for me to write several math books including Fraction Fun, Calculator Riddles, and Shape Up! Fun with Triangles and Other Polygons. In my office I have this sign, "Don't Think. Just Write!" and that's how I work. I try not to worry about each word, even each sentence or paragraph. For me stories evolve. Writing is a process. I rewrite each sentence, each manuscript, many times. And I work with my editors. I look forward to their suggestions, their help in the almost endless rewrite process. Well, it's time to get back to dreaming, and to writing, my dream of a job. David A. Adler is the author of more than 175 children's books, including the Young Cam Jansen series. He lives in Woodmere, New York.

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You had better not monkey around when it comes to place value. The monkeys in this book can tell you why! As they bake the biggest banana cupcake ever, they need to get the amounts in the recipe correct. There's a big difference between 216 eggs and 621 eggs.

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Happy Snappy Crab written by Gareth Lucas 

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Tiger Tales publishes imaginative picture, board, novelty, chapter, and nonfiction books for children of all ages. Whether the story is funny, whimsical, informative, or teaches a gentle lesson, Tiger Tales books are designed to entertain, educate, and engage young readers.

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Happy Snappy Crab, The (Peekaboo Pop-up Fun)

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Join happy, snappy crab, speedy shark, and tickly octopus in this lively rhyming book, which features a fun pop-up on every page. With board pages and heavy-duty board pop-ups, this book is perfect for introducing pop-ups to little ones.

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"Teague proves that a picture can be worth a thousand words-and almost as many laughs." - Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Engaging illustrations and the baby bird's wild ideas will entertain audiences of all ages." - Booklist (starred review) "Funny, feathery finesse." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Mama bird thinks it's time for Baby bird's first flight, but Baby bird has other ideas in this humorous wordless picture book from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Mark Teague.

It's a big day up in the tree that Mama bird shares with her baby. Mama bird thinks Baby bird is finally ready to leave the nest and learn to fly so he can migrate south with the rest of their flock. But Baby bird isn't so sure. Can't his mother keep bringing him worms in their nest? Can't he migrate in a hot air balloon instead? Or perhaps a car?

This silly wordless picture book will keep young readers giggling as Baby bird figures out that he must flap his wings and learn to fly-whether he likes it or not!

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Fly! [Teague, Mark, Teague, Mark] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Fly!

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Although a successful ghostwriter, editor, and English instructor for several years, Dagny Griffin's first work as an author is a wordless picture book--an irony she finds delicious. Several other works are in various stages of editing and review including a young adult quest series, an angelic perspective of growing up, and a jaunt into the paranormal. She has no real writing accolades but hopes to in the near future. Dagny's ultimate goal, however, is for every work to afford her readers a wondrous glimpse into the stunning creativity and variety of the loving, merciful, and almighty God.

Dagny lives in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, surrounded by hordes of amazing children, grandchildren, and friends.

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Shine: A Wordless Book about Love by Griffin, Dagny

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My Magical Foods written by Becky Cummings

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My Magical Foods written by Becky Cummings

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Would your little one eat grilled cheese for every meal? Does the thought of broccoli cause fear? Have you noticed that your kid lives on white foods? Yikes!

If this sounds familiar, you have a picky eater! And you aren't alone. Several research studies have found up to 50% of preschoolers are reported to be picky!

It's very irritating when you know...
Now is the time for them to eat lots of fruits and veggies!

✓You want to instill healthy habits.
✓You want them to get all the needed vitamins.
✓You want them to get all essential minerals.

You know they are growing, and food matters!

That's why My Magical Foods is the perfect book to inspire kids to eat more fruits and veggies.

Each page is filled with colorful illustrations and fun-to-read rhyming lines.

My Magical Foods teaches children how fruits and vegetables come naturally from the Earth, which makes them some of the best food on the planet.

The love of summer's warm sunlight
shines upon the plants so bright.
Now baby plants begin to grow,
anchored down to earth below.

It also shows strong animals like the gorilla and giraffe that eat plant-based.

Here comes a gorilla, strong and bold.
He eats his greens and fruits, we're told.
Then elephant, so brave and big.
She'll snack on fruit, or trees or twigs!

Finally, it shares ideas that motivate children to pick healthy snacks and meals.

Mash avocado, she won't care.
Dip or spread her anywhere.
The spinach wants to join on in.
With mango in a smoothie spin.

Now you can tell your child food facts till you're blue in the face! But the message becomes more powerful when kids read about it in a book.

"Wait, maybe Mom is right about eating that broccoli?"
"I'll take the side of fruit instead of the fries."
"Sure I will try one bite, thank you!"

Parents- you are your children's first and greatest teachers, but everybody needs backup!

My Magical Foods is your go-to book to help the littles you love try more fruits and veggies.

As a bonus, each book includes a colorful checklist of healthy snacks that will encourage great choices!

Grab a copy today for your child, grandchild, or class! With over 200k copies of The Magic of Me Series sold, this growth mindset collection is helping children across the country get healthy and happy!

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My Magical Foods - Get Picky Eaters to Choose Veggies and Fruits!

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My Magical Foods - Get Picky Eaters to Choose Veggies and Fruits! [Becky Cummings, Zuzana Svobodova, Zuzana Svobodova] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. My Magical Foods - Get Picky Eaters to Choose Veggies and Fruits!

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Matter: Physical Science for Kids from the Picture Book Science series gets kids excited about science!

What's the matter? Everything is matter!

Everything you can touch and hold is made up of matter―including you, your dog, and this book! Matter is stuff that you can weigh and that takes up space, which means pretty much everything in the world is made of matter.

In Matter: Physical Science for Kids , kids ages 5 to 8 explore the definition of matter and the different states of matter, plus the stuff in our world that isn't matter, such as sound and light! In this nonfiction picture book, children are introduced to physical science through detailed illustrations paired with a compelling narrative that uses fun language to convey familiar examples of real-world science connections. By recognizing the basic physics concept of matter and identifying the different ways matter appears in real life, kids develop a fundamental understanding of physical science and are impressed with the idea that science is a constant part of our lives and not limited to classrooms and laboratories.

Simple vocabulary, detailed illustrations, easy science experiments, and a glossary all support exciting learning for kids ages 5 to 8. Perfect for beginner readers or as a read aloud nonfiction picture book!

Part of a set of four books in a series called Picture Book Science that tackles different kinds of physical science (waves, forces, energy, and matter), Matter offers beautiful pictures and simple observations and explanations. Quick STEM activities such as weighing two balloons to test if air is matter help readers cross the bridge from conceptual to experiential learning and provide a foundation of knowledge that will prove invaluable as kids progress in their science education.

Perfect for children who love to ask, "Why?" about the world around them, Matter satisfies curiosity while encouraging continual student-led learning.

Picture Book Science presents real-world examples of physical science and engineering topics kids find fascinating! These nonfiction picture books consist of engaging narratives paired with brightly colored, whimsical illustrations drawn by an accomplished scientist. With these books, readers ages 5 to 8 are encouraged to expand their definitions of the words "force," "matter," "energy," and "wave." Elementary-aged children are equipped to recognize basic science concepts and identify the different ways they are demonstrated in real life, while being impressed with the idea that science is a constant part of our lives and not limited to classrooms and laboratories.

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A Most Clever Girl written by Jasmine Stirling 

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A Most Clever Girl: How Jane Austen Discovered Her Voice

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The Green Picture written by Roberta Flack 

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This autobiographical picture book by the multiple Grammy Award-winning singer Roberta Flack recounts her childhood in a home surrounded by music and love: it all started with a beat-up piano that her father found in a junkyard, repaired, and painted green.

Growing up in a Blue Ridge mountain town, little Roberta didn't have fancy clothes or expensive toys...but she did have music. And she dreamed of having her own piano.

When her daddy spies an old, beat-up upright piano in a junkyard, he knows he can make his daughter's dream come true. He brings it home, cleans and tunes it, and paints it a grassy green. And soon the little girl has an instrument to practice on, and a new dream to reach for--one that will make her become a legend in the music industry.

Here is a lyrical picture book--perfect for aspiring piano players and singers--that shares an intimate look at Roberta Flack's family and her special connection to music.

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The Green Piano: How Little Me Found Music

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The Green Piano: How Little Me Found Music by Flack, Roberta

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The Boy Who Invented TV written by Kathleen Krull 

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An inspiring true story of a boy genius.

Plowing a potato field in 1920, a 14-year-old farm boy from Idaho saw in the parallel rows of overturned earth a way to "make pictures fly through the air." This boy was not a magician; he was a scientific genius and just eight years later he made his brainstorm in the potato field a reality by transmitting the world's first television image. This fascinating picture-book biography of Philo Farnsworth covers his early interest in machines and electricity, leading up to how he put it all together in one of the greatest inventions of the 20th century. The author's afterword discusses the lawsuit Farnsworth waged and won against RCA when his high school science teacher testified that Philo's invention of television was years before RCA's.

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The Boy Who Invented TV: The Story of Philo Farnsworth

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How Evelyn Glennie a Deaf Girl Changed Percussion written by Shannon Stocker 

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* Schneider Family Book Award Winner * resonate through her body as if she, herself, were a drum. And the music she created was extraordinary. Evelyn Glennie had learned how to listen in a new way. And soon, the world was listening too.A Mighty Girl Book Riot

A gorgeous and empowering picture book biography about Evelyn Glennie, a deaf woman, who became the first full-time solo percussionist in the world. (Cover may vary) "No. You can't," people said. But Evelyn knew she could. She had found her own way to listen.

From the moment Evelyn Glennie heard her first note, music held her heart. She played the piano by ear at age eight, and the clarinet by age ten. But soon, the nerves in her ears began to deteriorate, and Evelyn was told that, as a deaf girl, she could never be a musician. What sounds Evelyn couldn'thear with her ears, though, she could feel

"Radiant." - Publishers Weekly "Perfect for elementary school readers . . . Excellent." - SLJ "Beautiful." - "Lyrical . . . Expressive." - Booklist "An intriguing, loving biography." - Kirkus "Engaging [and] vibrant."
- The Horn Book "Fantastic." - Time for Kids
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Listen: How Evelyn Glennie, a Deaf Girl, Changed Percussion

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Human Computer Mary Jackson written by Andi Diehn 

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A full-color picture book biography about Mary Jackson, who became the first female African American engineer at NASA―includes several STEM activities for some real-world learning connections!

When Mary Jackson was growing up, she thought being an engineer was impossible for her. Why? After all, she was fantastic at math and science. She worked really hard to learn all she could in school. Why did this smart little girl think she couldn't be an engineer? In Human Computer: Mary Jackson, Engineer , readers ages 5 to 8 explore the life of Mary Jackson, who overcame the challenges of segregation and sexism to become the first female African American engineer at NASA!

* In the Picture Book Biography series, children encounter real-life characters who are thrilled to learn and experiment, eager to make a difference, and excited about collaborating with crew members.

* Age-appropriate vocabulary, detailed illustrations, a timeline, simple STEM projects, such as designing paper airplanes, and a glossary all support foundational learning for kids ages 5 to 8.

* Perfect for beginner readers or as a read aloud nonfiction picture book!
About Picture Book Biography books and Nomad Press

Human Computer is part of a set of four books in the Picture Book Biography series that introduces pioneers of science to young children and makes career connections in different STEM fields. The other titles in this series include Fossil Huntress: Mary Leakey, Paleontologist ; Space Adventurer: Bonnie Dunbar, Astronaut ; and Computer Decoder: Dorothy Vaughan, Computer Scientist .

Nomad Press books in the Picture Book Biography series bring real-world figures to life through fun, engaging narratives paired with dynamic, brightly colored illustrations and quick activities that reinforce foundational learning. Elementary-aged children are encouraged to expand their perceptions of the roles of scientist, artist, explorer, and innovator by meeting women, people of color, and other minorities in the profession. Nomad's unique approach simultaneously grounds kids in factual knowledge while allowing them the space to be curious, creative, and critical thinkers.

All books are leveled for Guided Reading level and Lexile and align with Common Core State Standards and National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies. All titles are available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook formats.

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Human Computer: Mary Jackson, Engineer (Picture Book Biography)

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A Picture Book of Jackie Robinson written by David Adler

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A Picture Book of Jackie Robinson written by David Adler

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I write both fiction and non-fiction. I begin my fiction with the main character. The story comes later. Of course, since I'll be spending a lot of time with each main character, why not have him or her be someone I like? Andy Russell is based, loosely, on a beloved member of my family. He's fun to write about and the boy who inspired the character is even more fun to know. Cam Jansen is based even more loosely on a classmate of mine in the first grade whom we all envied because we thought he had a photographic memory. Now, especially when my children remind me of some promise they said I made, I really envy Cam's amazing memory. I have really enjoyed writing about Cam Jansen and her many adventures. For my books of non-fiction I write about subjects I find fascinating. My first biography was Our Golda: The Life of Golda Meir. To research that book, I bought a 1905 set of encyclopedia. Those books told me what each of the places Golda Meir lived in were like when she lived there. I've written many other biographies, including books about Martin Luther King, Jr; George Washington; Abraham Lincoln; Helen Keller; Harriet Tubman; Anne Frank; and many others in my Picture Book Biography series. I've been a Yankee and a Lou Gehrig fan for decades so I wrote Lou Gehrig: The Luckiest Man. It's more the story of his great courage than his baseball playing. Children face all sorts of challenges and it's my hope that some will be inspired by the courage of Lou Gehrig. I am working now on another book about a courageous man, Janusz Korczak. My book One Yellow Daffodil is fiction, too, but it's based on scores of interviews I did with Holocaust survivors for my books We Remember the Holocaust, Child of the Warsaw Ghetto, The Number on My Grandfather's Arm, and Hiding from the Nazis. The stories I heard were compelling. One Yellow Daffodil is both a look to the past and to the future, and expresses my belief in the great spirit and strength of our children. I love math and was a math teacher for many years, so it was fun for me to write several math books including Fraction Fun, Calculator Riddles, and Shape Up! Fun with Triangles and Other Polygons. In my office I have this sign, "Don't Think. Just Write!" and that's how I work. I try not to worry about each word, even each sentence or paragraph. For me stories evolve. Writing is a process. I rewrite each sentence, each manuscript, many times. And I work with my editors. I look forward to their suggestions, their help in the almost endless rewrite process. Well, it's time to get back to dreaming, and to writing, my dream of a job. David A. Adler is the author of more than 175 children's books, including the Young Cam Jansen series. He lives in Woodmere, New York.

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A Picture Book of Jackie Robinson (Picture Book Biography)

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A Picture Book of Amelia Earhart written by David Adler 

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The Brown Eyed Girl Who Learned to Pray written by Hunter Beless

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The Brown Eyed Girl Who Learned to Pray written by Hunter Beless

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My First Trip to China written by Yeonsil Yoo 

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Ying Ying's Brave Adventure in China: A Bilingual Children's Book Fostering Curiosity and Language Learning!

Join Ying Ying on an exhilarating journey to China in "My First Trip to China"! This beautifully written children's book, designed for ages 4-7, follows Ying Ying as she learns the value of embracing the unknown and trying new experiences.

With endearing characters and captivating storytelling, "My First Trip to China" introduces basic Chinese vocabulary and phrases, making language learning an enjoyable adventure. The vibrant illustrations immerse young readers in Ying Ying's brave escapades, sparking their curiosity about the unfamiliar world.

You're going to Love:

Bilingual Fun : Interactive side-by-side text brings language learning to life, engaging and exciting your little one!

Super Cute Illustrations : Adorable visuals animate Ying Ying's journey, capturing your child's imagination and sparking their curiosity.

Conversation Starter : Ying Ying's tale encourages bravery, exploration, and a passion for language learning-ideal for starting conversations with your child!

Interactive Language Learning : Seamlessly integrated, "My First Trip to China" introduces basic Chinese vocabulary and phrases, making it easy for your child to explore a new language.

Perfect Gift for Inquisitive Boys and Girls (Ages 4-7): Ignite their curiosity and love for languages with this thoughtful and inspiring gift.

Are you ready to embark on a thrilling adventure with Ying Ying? Secure your copy of "My First Trip to China" today and open a world of exploration and language learning for your child ❤️

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My First Trip to China: Bilingual Simplified Chinese-English Children's Book

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The Feelings Book/El Libro de los Sentimientos written by Todd Parr 

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From New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Todd Parr comes a timely story about the importance of our feelings-in an English-Spanish bilingual edition! A veces me siento valiente. A veces tengo ganas de bailar. A veces me siento de mal humor. A veces tengo ganas de llorar. Sometimes I feel like dancing. Sometimes I feel like dancing. Sometimes I feel cranky. Sometimes I feel like crying. The Feelings Book delves into the multitude of feelings that a person can feel with humor and heart.The Feelings Book , also available for purchase. Edición en inglés, , también disponible.

English edition,
Todd Parr vibrantly illustrates the wide range of moods we all experience to introduce readers to the powerful, ever-changing, and sometimes nonsensical emotions that we all feel.

With Todd's signature kid-friendly and accessible art work, The Feelings Book

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The Feelings Book / El libro de los sentimientos (Spanish and English Edition)

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Space for bilingual kids written by Olga Ritchie 

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Hello, my dear readers!

My name is Olga Ritchie. I am a Russian speaker and a teacher of English. I am also a mother of three bilingual kids.

From my childhood, books have always been an inseparable part of my life. Fairy tales, stories, picture books - they all opened up so many fascinating places for me; they took me to other worlds.

I studied English and German at Teacher's Institute in Russia. After graduating, I started developing my career in language teaching. It is at that time I realized the importance of developing children's vocabulary at the early stages of language learning, which gave me an idea of creating my own bilingual resources.

Later on, when I became a mother of my three bilingual children, I decided to publish my own books, which are all available here at Amazon. I hope you enjoy reading them!

Best wishes, Olga Ritchie

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SPACE for bilingual kids Espacio para niños pequeños bilingües: English-Spanish Edition Libro Bilingüe Inglés-Español (Bilingual Brainbox English-Spanish Books For Children)

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SPACE for bilingual kids Espacio para niños pequeños bilingües: English-Spanish Edition Libro Bilingüe Inglés-Español (Bilingual Brainbox English-Spanish Books For Children) [Ritchie, Olga] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. SPACE for bilingual kids Espacio para niños pequeños bilingües: English-Spanish Edition Libro Bilingüe Inglés-Español (Bilingual Brainbox English-Spanish Books For Children)

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I Need a Hug/Necesito un abrazo written by Aaron Blabey 

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I Need a Hug/Necesito un abrazo written by Aaron Blabey 

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Everyone needs a hug in this new, irresistibly funny picture book from Aaron Blabey, the bestselling creator of Pig the Pug!

En I Need a Hug / Necesito un abrazo , un diminuto puercoespín solo quiere que lo acurruquen, pero los demás animales huyen de él a causa de sus espinas. Por suerte, al final el puercoespín encuentra a un animal que está dispuesto a darle un abrazo... ¡una serpiente!In I Need a Hug , a tiny porcupine just wants a cuddle. All of the other animals turn him away because of his prickly spikes. But finally the porcupine meets an animal who's happy to hug -- a snake!

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I Need a Hug / Necesito un abrazo (Bilingual) (Spanish Edition)

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Spanish is My Superpower written by Jennifer Jones 

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Spanish is My Superpower takes an empathetic approach to being bilingual and teaches children how amazing and unique it is to be able to speak more than one language. Told from childrens' perspective, this story provides parents, teachers, and counselors with an entertaining way to teach children the value of speaking Spanish and being bilingual.

I used to be afraid that speaking Spanish
Made me different and stand out.
But I've learned to be proud of my heritage
Because it's what I'm all about! Look for more in this series , Teacher Tools, and visit the author's profile to find out about new titles and offerings.

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Spanish is My Superpower: A Social Emotional, Rhyming Kid's Book About Being Bilingual and Speaking Spanish (Teacher Tools)

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My Private Parts Belong to Me written by Yael Fedar 

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My Private Parts Belong to Me written by Yael Fedar 

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"Mommy, mommy, our kindergarten teacher taught us about our bodies today." I was caught a bit off guard and wondered what they meant. It 's something that we, as parents, will have to face at some point.

Let 's face it - those young minds can be smart! We often overlook the fact that they're going to start exploring their bodies at some point. When they discover... well ... their private parts, knowing what they are and that it belongs only to them is really important.

Sure, the teacher did the task of starting this conversation with my son and daughter at kindergarten - but that's when I realized just how important it is to continue and talk with them about this topic.

So, I wanted to create a fun way for other parents to provide this knowledge to their children - but without the awkwardness that we often feel. It's weird talking about our private parts with our children, right? So, this book creates a scenario that you can read to your child. There are fun illustrations that really make it interactive and exciting.

This book focuses on introducing kids to the fact that they need to keep their private parts well ... private . So, what can you expect from this book?

An entertaining story that teaches children why their private parts belong only to themselves.

Visual illustrations that add a fun way to the learning experience

A very important message about how to behave if someone touches you in your private parts and how to ask for help

An opportunity to read the book with your children while spending quality time with them

An additional page at the end provides a more comprehensive explanation for the parent about what to do if, while reading the story, the children reveal that they were in a situation where their privacy was violated.

By creating a fun way to educate your child, you 'll find the conversation about this topic which is not so simple, much easier.

Don 't worry, though - I won't put fear in your child heart about touching. We sometime need to touch our children bodies to help them with health and hygiene related issues. We hug our children to express our love. The book helps your children understand when it is appropriate to let someone, like their parents, to touch them.

If you 're ready to educate your child about the fact that they are the owners of their body and have the right to deny anyone from touching it, then click the " Add to Cart " button to get your hands on this book.

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My Private Parts Belong to Me! (Big Concepts for Little Ones)

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Round is a Tortilla written by Roseanne Thong 

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Roseanne Greenfield (Thong) is an award-winning author of 16 children's books and is considered one of the leading multi-cultural authors for children. Her works include Green is a Chili Pepper, Round is a Tortilla, Día de Los Muertos, 'Twas Nochebuena, One is a Piñata, Round is a Mooncake, The Wishing Tree, Red is a Dragon, Fly Free, Wish, Mei's Magic Noodles, and more.

Roseanne's honors include the prestigious 2020 Children's Literature Council of Southern California Award for Distinguished Body of Works, given for 20 years of award-winning multicultural literature. She has also been recognized by New York Public Library's 100 Best Book List, International Latino Book Awards, Smithsonian Magazine's Best Children's Books, Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best List, USA Today's Best Holiday Book for Kids, Society of Librarians International, Asian Pacific American Award for Literature, and Eureka! California Reader Award.

Roseanne was trained as a K-12th grade teacher and university lecturer who has taught English, Literature, Writing, ELD, and History for over 30 years. She has also authored textbooks, study guides, poetry resources, and curriculum for educational publishers like Oxford University Press, Pearson/Longman, Chronicle Books, and Creative Teaching Press.

Roseanne was born in Southern California where she currently works as a teacher, editor, and educational consultant. She lived abroad for 21 years (Taiwan, Hong Kong, Guatemala, and Mexico), where she learned Mandarin and Spanish, taught K- 12 and University-level English, traveled, and conducted research in history, architecture, cultural traditions, and language learning.

Roseanne studied Journalism, History and American Studies at California State University, Fullerton, and received her teaching credentials in History (Asian Studies emphasis) from California State University, Long Beach. She has two Master of Arts degrees (American Studies and TESOL) and a Doctor of Education (Emphasis in TESOL/Writing).

Roseanne started writing at the age five, when her first poem, "In May," was printed in her local newspaper, the Pasadena Star News. She wrote fiction and poetry throughout high school and college and trained as a journalist at the Garden Grove Journal, Huntington Beach Independent, and Orange County Register newspapers. She soon fell in love with the short story genre and began publishing in literary reviews like the Asian Pacific American Journal, Dalhousie Review, Dimsum, Fiction International, Potato Eyes, Lullwater Review, Louisville Review, Hong Kong Women in Publishing Society, and Timber Creek Review. Her short story, Year of the Pig, was nominated for the prestigious Pushcart Prize.

Roseanne's journey in writing children's book writing began with her move to Hong Kong in 1993, and the subsequent birth of her daughter.

"I wrote my first book, Round is a Mooncake for my daughter, Maya, who was 2 years old at the time. I couldn't find English language books that taught concepts (numbers, colors, shapes) with Asian themes in mind. For example, most of the books teaching numbers did so with a Western flavor: one Halloween pumpkin shining in the window, three waving flags for 4th of July.

There were few English language books about my daughter's Asian surroundings that she could relate to. I wanted to find books that taught numbers with Asian themes: one bright lantern on Mid-Autumn Festival, three pork dumplings sitting in a steamer... "

Coming from a multi-ethnic family (her husband was a Malaysian-born Chinese and Mandarin was spoken with her in-laws).

Roseanne made it her personal challenge to find multi-ethnic books, toys and music for her daughter. During trips to Korea, Japan and Taiwan, she could not find a single black-haired doll or multicultural book in any of the stores. She felt it should not be this difficult to present Asian culture to English-speaking kids-especially when they lived in Asia! She found a similar phenomenon when she lived in Mexico and Guatemala to study Spanish. There was a lack of multicultural books for children and little multiethnic representation of children.

Roseanne decided to keep writing multicultural books for her daughter-especially about places where they lived and breathed the culture daily (and understood the language and traditions). She continued writing books geared towards different ages and interests, as her daughter continued to grow and wonder about the world around her.

Roseanne's hobbies include hiking and camping, studying Mandarin and Spanish, ukulele and blues guitar, photography, cycling, studying and documenting ancient Chinese architecture, environmental protection, and vegetable gardening (currently tomatoes, sugar snap peas and beets).

Look for Roseanne's newest book, Cat's Can, which humorously features similarities between cats and kids, through lilting rhyme and laughs (Penguin/Random House, 2022).

For more information about Roseanne's inspiration as a writer and history behind her books, please visit http://greenfield-thong.com/

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Round Is a Tortilla: A Book of Shapes (A Latino Book of Concepts)

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Amazon.com: Round Is a Tortilla: A Book of Shapes (A Latino Book of Concepts): 9781452145686: Thong, Roseanne, Parra, John: Books

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―D.B. Johnson, author of Magritte's Marvelous Hat and Henry Hikes to Fitchburg

"With a light touch and kid-friendly questions, Andi Diehn leads the reader to a more nuanced understanding of their world and the science behind it, from being 'forced to clean your room,' to the force gravity exerts when you jump from a tree ('Don't jump out of trees!' Ms. Diehn warns)."

―Jess Keating, author of Pink is for Blobfish: Discovering the World's Perfectly Pink Animals and Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist

"With lively illustrations and conversational, upbeat text, this series shines!"

March 15
STARRED REVIEW
Forces , despite its down-to-earth scientific grounding, manages to do the nearly impossible. Diehn brings gravity, magnetism, push-pull forces, and friction to life in everyday contexts, without a hint of schoolroom jargon. Discussion of the forces arises naturally by inquiring what happens in a variety of situations. The tone of the book is set with an opening poem, then moves to the idea of forcing something to happen or be done, and only then reaches the scientific concept of forces. The action of each force is presented simply, clearly, and naturally. Gravity holds everything together. Magnetism also holds things together. Friction makes things slow down or stop. Helpful examples involve jumping (the author warns, "Don't jump out of trees!"), fridge magnets, tug-of-war, pushing a swing, and-several times in the book-a pet lizard. Shululu's illustrations add to the fun, giving the book a storybook quality. Children, parents, and teachers alike can enjoy learning the charming, often funny, relatable, and accessible science within this Picture Book Science

The Old Schoolhouse Magazine

"Science books are always a big hit around here. During our normal read aloud time each day, it's guaranteed that at least one of them will be science-based. Given that I am reading to two first graders, a preschooler, and an 18-month-old, our choice in science books is typically picture books.

Nomad Press has some great ones to offer. We received the Physical Science for Kids Set for review. The set includes four books: Forces , Waves , Matter , and Energy . All four softcover books are 28 pages long with a one-page glossary at the end of the book. They're all fully illustrated and just plain fun to read and look at.

Each of the books gives sound scientific concepts in easy to read and understandable terms. They're relatable, funny, and get the kids thinking. The books are written for children ages 5-8, but children older would enjoy them too.

Forces addresses gravity, magnetism, push/pull forces, and friction. Those might seem like big concepts, but when you read the book, even my preschooler can explain why she falls down sometimes- gravity!

"There are forces that make us stick to Earth. There are forces that make your soccer ball fly into a goal. There are forces that make your soccer ball roll to a stop before it even gets to the goal!"

See? Relatable, story-like information that really gets the kids thinking. Several times after reading Forces the kids pointed out different types of force that happened in everyday life.

The Physical Science for Kids Set has been a wonderful addition to our home library. The books are simple enough for everyone to understand yet contain enough scientific truth to be considered a science resource. They are written in a way that makes them great read alouds, and simple enough that my 7-year-old can confidently read them."

Unleashing readers.com"Young children have so many questions about the world and how everything works. Curiousity runs wild in their brains, but more than anything they just want to learn and absorb. This series is a must get for parents, classrooms, and libraries because it addresses many of the questions that kids have."

The 50 Best Science Books for Kids 2018
PsySci.co

This is yet another book in the amazing new series called Physical Science for Kids . It is aimed at children from the age of four onwards, explaining to them some of the physical forces though entertaining everyday examples and simple language.

To add to the fun, there are also some great age-appropriate experiments so that children can see and feel for themselves how forces work in their life.

Finally, as in other books in the series, the text is accompanied by colorful illustrations that keep the kids' eyes glued to the pages - well, at least until they run-off to conduct some of the experiments.

School Library Connection: Explore Poetry! With 25 Great Projects

Students will have fun learning about the many different forms of poetry in this informational resource. . . This book would be a handy resource for teachers to have available to them in the library. Recommended

Publishers Weekly Explore Poetry! With 25 Great Projects

Over five chapters, Diehn describes poetic forms like limerick, haiku, and acrostic; explores literary techniques, such as personification and exaggeration; and finds connections between poetry, music, and math. Projects include creating a poetry journal and writing ideas on rocks to combat writer's block. Stone's cartoons, which star a fox dressed like a Beat poet and a Shakespearean bear, make for a lively layout, while helping target the book at younger readers and poets-to-be.

Science Books and Films +: Recommended

Technology: Cool Women Who Code highlights three women that have contributed to technology in STEM and is an excellent book for young girls. The inspirational stories of these successful women in STEM are the perfect introduction to the careers and contributions in technology for young readers. Critical thinking questions are provided throughout the text to further thinking, along with inspirational quotes of females in STEM professions. The text also provides "try it out" boxes which encourages readers to engage in hands-on activities, for example providing links to websites for coding, or by following QR codes that can be accessed by a QR code reader app (additional links are provided in the resource section in the back). This is a much needed book for our time for young readers to be inspired by strong females in the world of STEM, and recommended for both boys and girls.

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The Grumpy Reindeer written by Clare Victoria

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The Grumpy Reindeer written by Clare Victoria

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Snuggle up and share this magical Christmas story that teaches little ones about the importance of friendship and why we should always be kind., through a journey to the North Pole to meet the grumpiest reindeer there ever was.

Teach kids about the power of kindness in The Grumpy Reindeer

It's the most wonderful time of the year! But not for one grumpy reindeer. He huffs and puffs and scares all the other reindeer off. But when Santa asks for his help, grumpy reindeer soon realizes that sometimes being on your own isn't fun after all... With the most festive illustrations, adults and children will love to read aloud and follow the story of this reindeer to see if his frown turns upside down!
This heartwarming picture book for 0-5 year olds:

- Promotes children's social interaction, helping to build friendships and social skills from a young age
- Is full of adorable illustrations that bring Christmas animals to life, alongside an engaging story
- Has a small format with sturdy pages, making it perfect for adults to share with their children
- Spreads an important message about acceptance and the power of being kind to others
- Makes the perfect Christmas gift for little ones to enjoy during the festive season

From the bestselling book,
The Happy Pumpkin , comes an enchanting Christmas book for kids about making room for others and what it means to be good-hearted. Little ones will begin to understand that while everyone should have a shoulder to lean on, first we need to show kindness in order to get it back.

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The Grumpy Reindeer: A Winter Story About Friendship and Kindness (First Seasonal Stories)

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A Friend is Someone Who written by Marilee Jay Mayfield 

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Discover how to be the most wonderful friend through kindness, fun, and encouragement

Your friends always find a way to double your joys and halve your sorrows. In A Friend Is Someone Who, children will learn that a little spot of kindness is the foundation for a great friendship. This fun rhyming beautifully illustrated book will help kids discover the value of kindness, teach them how to be a friend, and strengthen your relationship with best friends.

Create magical memories with friends that shine forever in your heart like a bright star

Time flies when you're having fun with friends, but you'll always have the memories to cherish forever. In A Friend Is Someone Who, kids will learn that some of the best memories you can create with friends is being for them through thick and thin. Whether they need a hug when they feel blue or giving them the courage to keep trying at their goals so that they don't lose heart.

Unlock your best happy self with a good friend by your side

Your friend can give you courage to face the unknown. With your friend by your side, you know you're not alone. Kids will discover the beautiful impact that a friend can make in their lives. Children will learn how to start a new friendship, as well as learn that a friend can also be a parent, sibling, or pet. A Friend Is Someone Who is a great kid's guide to navigating friendships.

Collect other books by Marilee Joy Mayfield

Marilee Joy Mayfield has taught thousands of children inspiring lessons of love, friendship, and family with books like A Mother's Love, Growing Up Sisters, The Snowman's Song, Seasons of Life, The Lights In The Church, The Book Fairy, and The Super Tiny Ghost.

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A Friend Is Someone Who - A Children's Book About Friendship for Kids Ages 3-10 - Discover the Keys of Kindness to Making Friends, Being a Good Friend, & Growing Friendships

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A Week with Waffles written by Tom Speicher 

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Tom Speicher is an award-winning writer and video producer at Pennsylvania College of Technology, a special-mission affiliate of Penn State located in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. He has written for NFL-related publications and websites devoted to the Minnesota Vikings, crafting features on countless legends and Hall of Famers. His favorite all-time Viking remains running back Chuck Foreman. Since 1998, Tom has served as "the man in the crowd" for the Little League Baseball World Series Radio Network, interviewing celebrities and parents and providing story tidbits every half inning. Fun Fact #1: Even though he can't cook, Tom was the executive producer and co-host of a national public television cooking series, "You're the Chef," for several years. Fun Fact #2: Thanks to his role at Penn College and freelance work, in one calendar year Tom was able to attend and cover three iconic sporting events: the Kentucky Derby, the Little League World Series and Super Bowl Week.

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A Week with Waffles (The Adventures of Waffles the Guinea Pig)

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Spend a week with a new furry friend: Waffles the guinea pig! Perfect for preschoolers, "A Week with Waffles" invites you into the world of the loving pet who lives with her buddy, Tom. Beautiful, vivid illustrations make Waffles' colorful world come to life. With the turn of each page, young chi...

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Eric Hill is the creator of Spot, the world's favorite puppy, who appeared in his first story, Where's Spot? in 1980 and quickly became one of the best-loved pre-school characters of all time. Today Spot's adventures remain incredibly popular and are enjoyed the world over.

Eric was born on September 7, 1927 in London, and educated at Pooles Park Elementary and Tollington Park Central schools until the outbreak of World War II. At 16 he joined an art studio as a messenger, where he was encouraged to draw cartoons in his spare time. He particularly enjoyed drawing aircraft, and it was the markings of planes that later came to influence the design of Spot, reflected in the spots on his body and the tip of his tail.

In 1976 Eric's son Christopher was born; by the time he was two Eric was making up stories about the adventures of a small puppy to read to him at bedtime and Spot was born!

The design of the books was inspired by an advertising flyer Eric had devised involving a flap covering an amusing picture. When Eric showed this to Christopher he saw how responsive he was to the idea and incorporated it into his book. Although initially created just as a story to please his son, Where's Spot? was actually published as a children's book in 1980 and started a new publishing concept of interactive books for babies'. The innovative lift-the-flap concept, combined with the simple story and quirky, charming illustrations, helped Where's Spot? become an instant hit with young children and within weeks it was at the top of the UK best-seller list.

The playful puppy soon became hugely popular and a series of adventures followed, including the introduction of Spot's friends and family. Spot expanded from the original lift-the-flap books to interactive storybooks, sound books and audio books. There are currently eight series of Spot animation available on DVD and these have been broadcast and sold on video and DVD all over the world.

Spot's own website funwithspot.com was launched in 2000 to coincide with Spot's 20th anniversary. Incorporating fun and learning it has helped thousands of young children develop their on-line skills through interactive games and activities. The site receives 10 million hits and 70,000 unique visitors per month.

As well as his son Christopher, Eric also has a daughter, Jane, who works very closely with her father on many Spot projects. Eric remains involved in the development of all Spot projects at every stage. He and his wife Gillian divide their time between California and France with a varied collection of animals which provide continual inspiration for the Spot stories.

Eric was one of the 'literary ambassadors' invited to The Children's Party at the Palace to commemorate The Queen's 80th birthday at Buckingham Palace in June 2006. This highlight of Eric's career was followed with the award of an O.B.E. for services to children's literature in the 2008 New Year's Honors List.

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Moo, Baa, La La La written by Sandra Boynton

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Moo, Baa, La La La written by Sandra Boynton

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Sandra Boynton is a popular American cartoonist, children's author, songwriter, producer, animator, and director. Since 1974, Boynton has written and illustrated over seventy-five children's books and seven general audience books, including five New York Times Bestsellers. More than 85 million of her books have been sold, "mostly to friends and family," she says. She has also written-with Michael Ford-and produced six albums of renegade children's music. Three of her six albums have been certified Gold [over 500,000 copies sold] and "Philadelphia Chickens," nominated for a Grammy, has been certified Platinum [over 1 million copies sold.] Boynton has also directed twelve music videos of her songs, including the award-winning "One Shoe Blues" starring B. B. King, "Alligator Stroll" starring Josh Turner, and "Tyrannosaurus Funk" (animation) sung by Samuel L. Jackson. Early in the pandemic, she collaborated remotely with Yo-Yo Ma on three animated shorts: "Mooing Home" for Mr. Ma's Songs of Comfort project; "Chanson Profonde", a good-natured sendup of French chanson; and, as a companion to her book of the same title, "Jungle Night", Boynton's cello/guitar/percussion arrangement of Erik Satie's "Gymnopédie No. 1". She lives in rural New England, and her studio is in a barn with perhaps the only hippopotamus weathervane in America.

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A Note from Author Dan Brown

Long before I wrote stories, I wrote music.

My parents were both musicians and teachers, and I grew up practicing classical piano, singing in choirs, and attending LOTS of concerts. Music was a secret sanctuary for me as a child. It calmed me when I felt frustrated, was a trusted friend when I felt lonely, helped me express my joy when I was happy, and, best of all, sparked my creativity and imagination.

Music is a kind of storytelling, and the orchestral movements in Wild Symphony-combined with their accompanying poems and illustrations-all work together (like a code, of sorts!) to tell a story and reveal a funny or interesting side of an animal's personality. If you listen carefully, you might be able to find each animal hiding in the music.

I hope you have as much fun experiencing Wild Symphony as I had creating it.

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When We Were Very Young written by A.A. Milne

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When We Were Very Young written by A.A. Milne

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Curl up with A.A.Milne's classic book of poetry for children, When We Were Very Young. This is the first volume of rhymes written especially for children by Milne - as popular now as when they were first written.

This collection is a heart-warming and funny introduction to children's poetry, offering the same sense of humour, imagination and whimsy that we've come to expect from Milne's favourite books about Winnie-the-Pooh, that Bear of Very Little Brain.

This book is all the more special due to E.H.Shepard's decorations, which are shown in full, glorious colour. They are truly iconic and contributed to him being known as 'the man who drew Pooh'.

Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?

Winnie-the-Pooh
The House at Pooh Corner
When We Were Very Young
Now We Are Six
Return to the Hundred Acre Wood
The Best Bear in All the World
Once There Was a Bear

The nation's favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for over 95 years. Milne's classic children's stories - featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself - are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.

Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether you're 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.

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When We Were Very Young: The original, timeless and definitive version of the poetry collection created by A.A.Milne and E.H.Shepard. An ideal gift ... adults. (Winnie-the-Pooh - Classic Editions)

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When We Were Very Young: The original, timeless and definitive version of the poetry collection created by A.A.Milne and E.H.Shepard. An ideal gift ... adults. (Winnie-the-Pooh - Classic Editions) [Milne, A. A., Shepard, E. H.] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers.

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Unearth the glorious mysteries that lie beneath our feet with 15 fun and fact-filled poems about soil--what it is, how it's made, and who lives in it!, a Bank Street Best Book of the Year, this intriguing, uniquely charming nature book has been vetted by experts and includes an author's note with more information about all the featured creatures, as well as a bibliography.

Spectacular vertical panoramas illustrating life underground accompany 15 funny, fascinating poems that explore dirt and the many creatures that make their homes underground. Spiders, earthworms, ants, chipmunks and more crawl across the pages, between stretching roots and buried stones.

A New York Public Library Best Book of the Year
Named to the Texas Bluebonnet Master List Chipmunk, for such a little squirt you sure do move a lot of dirt, you sure do dig your tunnels deep, you sure do find some nuts to keep, you sure do know your underground. Chipmunk, you sure do get around.

This unique celebration of dirt-- what makes it, what lives in it, and the many wonderful things the soil does to support life on our planet-- is a whimsical, cleverly-illustrated pick for kids who love animals... or who just love playing in the mud.

From the creators of And the Bullfrogs Sing An NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students An NCTE Notable Poetry Book

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The Dirt Book: Poems About Animals That Live Beneath Our Feet

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The Wonder of Thunder written by Sharon Purtill

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The Wonder of Thunder written by Sharon Purtill

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When speaking about his influences, Simon James talks fondly of the cartoon collections he found on his father's book shelves. As a boy, he grew to love the 'Punch' magazine and 'The New Yorker' Magazine cartoonists. Artist's such as Ronald Searle, Gerard Hoffnung, Sempe, George Booth, Charles Addams, William Steig and James Sevenson all captured the imagination of a young boy who liked to make little stapled books with pictures and words for his own amusement. Simon continues to be a much sought-after speaker in schools, and at festivals and conferences both in the UK and in the US. He continues to enjoy international success with his latest books, 'George Flies South', 'Nurse Clementine' and 'Rex'. His latest title, due out this year is 'The Boy From Mars'

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Days Like This: A Collection of Small Poems

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Michael Paraskevas has been an illustrator since graduating from The School of Visual Arts in 1984. He then went on to receive his MFA from SVA in 1986. He has worked for most major magazines including Sports Illustrated, Time, Town & Country, New York Magazine and Rolling Stone, to name but a few.

Michael Paraskevas has also illustrated and written 24 children's books over the years with his mother, Betty. The two went on to create and write the animated television series Maggie and the Ferocious Beast for Nickelodeon. Two of their other books were also made into animated series: Marvin the Tap Dancing Horse for PBS and Kids from Room 402 for Fox Family. Betty passed away in 2010 and Mickey continues to work on his books, animated projects, illustrations and paintings for a variety of companies.

His large scale beach paintings have sold all over the world through his gallery in the Hamptons.

Michael Paraskevas works in acrylic, oil, watercolor or whatever the mood suits him at the moment. He also works digitally since the demands of the current illustration market requires quickness and the ability to change things at the last minute.

Michael is always working on something. He is currently writing and drawing a weekly comic, The Green Monkeys for Dan's Papers. He is also writing and drawing Lili and Derek with his lovely wife Maria.

Michael Paraskevas likes to draw and doodle on his iPad having fought getting one for ages. He keeps a wide variety of sketchbooks about all the events he likes to go to.

Michael and his wife live in Southampton, New York.

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Sing a Song of Seasons written by Fiona Waters

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Sing a Song of Seasons written by Fiona Waters

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Sing a Song of Seasons is a lavishly illustrated collection of 366 nature poems - one for every day of the year. Filled with familiar favorites and new discoveries written by a wide variety of poets, including William Shakespeare, Emily Dickinson, John Updike, Langston Hughes, N. M. Bodecker, Okamoto Kanoko, and many more, this is the perfect book for children (and grown-ups!) to share at the beginning or the end of the day.

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Sing a Song of Seasons: A Nature Poem for Each Day of the Year

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It's Raining Pigs & Noodles written by Jack Prelutsky 

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Before She Was Harriet written by Lesa Cline-Ransome

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Before She Was Harriet written by Lesa Cline-Ransome

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Lesa Cline-Ransome's first book was the biography Satchel Paige, an ALA Notable Book and a Bank Street College "Best Children's Book of the Year. She later created a number of picture books including Quilt Alphabet, Major Taylor: Champion Cyclist, Young Pele, Words Set Me Free, My Story, My Dance, and Germs: Fact and Fiction, Friends and Foes. Her verse biography of Harriet Tubman, Before She Was Harriet, was nominated for an NAACP image award, and received a Coretta Scott King Honor for Illustration. Her newest picture biography is Game Changers: The Story of Venus and Serena Williams. Finding Langston, her debut middle grade novel is a 2018 School Library Journal Best Book, Kirkus Reviews Best Middle Grade Novel and New York Public Library Best Book of 2018.

Lesa's books have received numerous honors and awards including NAACP Awards , Kirkus Best Books, ALA Notable, CBC Choice Awards, two Top 10 Sports Books for Youth, a Christopher Award, Jane Addams Award and an Orbis Pictus Recommended Book. She lives in the Hudson Valley region of New York with her husband, and frequent collaborator, illustrator James Ransome. Visit her at www.lesaclineransome.com.

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Virgie Goes to School with Us Boys written by Elizibeth Fitzgerald Howard 

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This luminous and energetic picture book follows a young boy who takes his younger sister on her first trip to school in the Reconstruction-era South. "Papa, Mama, can I go too?"

Virgie was always begging to go to school with us boys. My brothers had doubts. School was seven miles away-a long way from Mama. Virgie was scarcely big as a field mouse. How could she make the trip? And girls didn't really need school.

But I got to thinking: Virgie was free like we were. Free to learn. And didn't girls need to know how to write and add, too? Mama and Papa thought so. And one summer, they decided to do something about it. That was the year Virgie came to school with us boys. And she sure showed us!

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In the Time of the Drums written by Kim Siegelson 

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It used to be that huge ships often landed near Teakettle Creek bringing African people to work on the island's plantations. Some of the Africans who live on the island made goatskin drums and play music to remind themselves of home. Young Mentu was island born, but grandmother Twi had come from Africa, and she longs for home. Thanks to Twi, Mentu learns to play the drums and to respect the strength of the music.

One day a new ship carrying Africans docked at Teakettle Creek sends out the beat of drums a roar from the Africans inside the ship who are pounding for their homeland. The beat calls to Twi, urging her to seek freedom. But the only place for freedom is in the murky waters of Teakettle Creek. Now Grandmother Twi must choose between the drum s lure and the island that young Mentu calls home.

The recipient of the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award in 2000, this spellbinding story is now back in print. In the Time of the Drums is an extraordinary Gullah tale of mysticism, intrigue, strength, and courage that will leave readers of all ages spellbound.

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The Dazzling Life of Josephine Baker written by Patricia Powell 

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Coretta Scott King Book Award, Illustrator, Honor
Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award, Honor
Boston Globe-Horn Book Award, Nonfiction Honor
Parent's Choice Award
Wall Street Journal's 10 Best Children's Books of the Year List
Bologna Ragazzi Nonfiction Honor 2014

In exuberant verse and stirring pictures, Patricia Hruby Powell and Christian Robinson create an extraordinary portrait for young people of the passionate performer and civil rights advocate Josephine Baker, the woman who worked her way from the slums of St. Louis to the grandest stages in the world. Meticulously researched by both author and artist, Josephine's powerful story of struggle and triumph is an inspiration and a spectacle, just like the legend herself.

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Josephine: The Dazzling Life of Josephine Baker (Illustrated Biographies by Chronicle Books)

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Goin Someplace Special written by Patricia McKissack 

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Through moving prose and beautiful watercolors, a Coretta Scott King Award and Caldecott Medal-winning author-illustrator duo collaborate to tell the poignant tale of a spirited young girl who comes face to face with segregation in her southern town.

There's a place in this 1950s southern town where all are welcome, no matter what their skin color...and 'Tricia Ann knows exactly how to get there. To her, it's someplace special and she's bursting to go by herself. But when she catches the bus heading downtown, unlike the white passengers, she must sit in the back behind the Jim Crow sign and wonder why life's so unfair.

Still, for each hurtful sign seen and painful comment heard, there's a friend around the corner reminding 'Tricia Ann that she's not alone. And her grandmother's words-"You are somebody, a human being-no better, no worse than anybody else in this world"-echo in her head, lifting her spirits and pushing her forward.

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"This picture book has all the earmarks of a classic. Simont gets it all right." - The Horn Book (starred review)

Caldecott Medalist Marc Simont's heartwarming tale of a stray dog is told with tender simplicity and grace.

When a little dog appears at a family picnic, the girl and boy play with him all afternoon, and they name him Willy. At day's end they say good-bye. But the dog has won their hearts and stays on their minds.

The following Saturday the family returns to the picnic grounds to look for Willy, but they are not alone-the dog catcher is looking for him, too!

Awards for this book include: Caldecott Honor Book * New York Times Best Illustrated Book * ALA Notable Children's Book * Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Honor Book * Amazon.com Editors' Pick * School Library Journal Best Book * New York Public Library's "One Hundred Titles for Reading and Sharing"

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The Stray Dog: From a True Story by Reiko Sassa

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What Do You Do With a Tail Like This written by Steve Jenkins 

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A 2004 Caldecott Honor Book

A nose for digging? Ears for seeing? Eyes that squirt blood? Explore the many amazing things animals can do with their ears, eyes, mouths, noses, feet, and tails in this interactive guessing book, beautifully illustrated in cut-paper collage, which was awarded a Caldecott Honor.

This title has been selected as a Common Core Text Exemplar (Grades K-1, Read Aloud Informational Text).

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What Do You Do With a Tail Like This? (Caldecott Honor Book)

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What Do You Do With a Tail Like This? (Caldecott Honor Book)

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An ALA Notable Book

A breathtakingly beautiful and luminescent book that is pitch-perfect for anyone of any age who has experienced any type of loss or disappointment, from New York Times- bestselling picture book creator Brian Lies.

New York Times -bestselling author-illustrator Brian Lies has created a beautiful, accessible, and deeply personal story about friendship, loss, and renewal. The Rough Patch was awarded a Caldecott Honor and features stunning paintings from the award-winning creator of Bats at the Beach.

Evan and his dog do everything together, from eating ice cream to caring for their prize-winning garden, which grows big and beautiful. One day the unthinkable happens: Evan's dog dies. Heartbroken, Evan destroys the garden and everything in it. The ground becomes overgrown with prickly weeds and thorns, and Evan embraces the chaos.

But beauty grows in the darkest of places, and when a twisting vine turns into an immense pumpkin, Evan is drawn out of his isolation and back to the county fair, where friendships-old and new-await.

A deeply hopeful and positive book, The Rough Patch was awarded a Caldecott Honor and is a story about love, loss, and hope, and the healing power of friendship and nature. "Weepy and wonderful."- Wall Street Journal

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author spotlight

"From time to time, from the endless flow of our mental imagery, there emerges unexpectedly something that, vague though it may be, seems to carry the promise of a form, a meaning, and, more important, an irresistible poetic charge."-Leo Lionni

Leo Lionni wrote and illustrated more than 40 highly acclaimed children's books. He received the 1984 American Institute of Graphic Arts Gold Medal and was a four-time Caldecott Honor Winner-for Inch by Inch, Frederick, Swimmy, and Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse. Leo Lionni died in October of 1999 at his home in Tuscany, Italy, at the age of 89.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

"Of all the questions I have been asked as an author of children's books, the most frequent one, without doubt, has been 'How do you get your ideas?' Most people seem to think that getting an idea is both mysterious and simple. Mysterious, because inspiration must come from a particular state of grace with which only the most gifted souls are blessed. Simple, because ideas are expected to drop into one's mind in words and pictures, ready to be transcribed and copied in the form of a book, complete with endpapers and cover. The word get expresses these expectations well. Yet nothing could be further from the truth.

"It is true that, from time to time, from the endless flow of our mental imagery, there emerges unexpectedly something that, vague though it may be, seems to carry the promise of a form, a meaning, and, more important, an irresistible poetic charge. The sense of instant recognition with which we pull this image into the full light of our consciousness is the initial impulse of all creative acts. But, though it is important, it produces no more than the germ of an idea. Each book, at the birth of its creative history, has such a moment. Some are fortunate enough to have, from the outset, a strongly identified hero, one with an inescapable destiny. Others are blessed with a promising beginning, or perhaps with the vision of an ending (which means working backwards to a surprise opening). Others stem from a clearly articulated conflict situation. Sometimes, I must admit, the motivations of a book may be found in a sudden, unreasonable urge to draw a certain kind of crocodile. And it may even happen that in the dark of our minds there appears, out of nowhere, a constellation of words that has the bright, arrogant solidity of a title. Only last night I was jolted out of a near-slumber by the words the mouse that didn't exist. I am sure that, temporarily tucked away in my memory, they will eventually become the title of a story for which as yet I have no idea.

"To shape and sharpen the logic of a story, to tighten the flow of events, ultimately to define the idea in its totality, is much like a game of chess. In the light of overall strategy, each move is the result of doubts, proposals, and rejections, which inevitably bring to mind the successes or failures of previous experiences.

"Inspirational raptures may happen, but most books are shaped through hard, disciplined work. Creative work, to be sure, because its ingredients come from the sphere of the imaginary. But the manipulation of these ingredients requires much more than mere inclination or talent. It is an intricate process in which the idea slowly takes form, by trial and error, through detours and side roads, which, were it not for the guidance of professional rigor, would lead the author into an inextricable labyrinth of alternatives.

"And so, to the question 'How do you get your ideas?' I am tempted to answer, unromantic though it may sound, 'Hard work.' "

Leo Lionni has gained international renown for his paintings, graphic designs, illustrations, and sculpture, as well as for his books for children. He was born in Holland in 1910 of Dutch parents, and although his education did not include formal art courses (in fact, he has a doctorate in economics from the University of Genoa), he spent much of his free time as a child in Amsterdam's museums, teaching himself to draw.

Lionni's business training gradually receded into the background as his interest in art and design grew. Having settled in Milan soon after his marriage in 1931, he started off by writing about European architecture for a local magazine. It was there that he met the contacts who were to give him a start as a professional graphic designer. When he moved to America in 1939, Lionni was hired by a Philadelphia advertising agency as art director. Later he became design director for the Olivetti Corporation of America, and then art director for Fortune magazine. At the same time, his reputation as an artist flourished as he began to exhibit his paintings and drawings in galleries from New York to Japan.

Lionni launched his career as an author/illustrator of books for children in 1959. Originally developed from a story he had improvised for his grandchildren during a dull train ride, Little Blue and LittleYellow was the first of what is now a long list of children's picture books, including four Caldecott Honor Books.

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They All Saw a Cat written by Brenda Wenzel 

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New York Times bestseller and Caldecott Medal winner They All Saw a Cat is a visual delight and a charming read-aloud that invites kids and parents to explore the concept of perception. New York Times bestselling author and illustrator. In addition to the Caldecott Honor-winning They All Saw a Cat , and he has illustrated a number of other picture books focused on animals and nature., starred review

The cat walked through the world, with its whiskers, ears, and paws . . . In this glorious celebration of observation, curiosity, and imagination, author and illustrator Brendan Wenzel shows us the many lives of one cat, and how perspective shapes what we see. When you see a cat, what do you see?

ENGAGING AND THOUGHT-PROVOKING: Children will love following along with the simple, fun story, while parents will appreciate the book's clever and thoughtful lessons about how everyone has a unique perspective.

INCREDIBLE TALENT: Brendan Wenzel is a , he's also the creator of Hello, Hello! and A Stone Sat Still Shelf Awareness The Huffington Post

Parents, grandparents, and educators

Preschool and kindergarten level readers

Gift givers looking for a fun, interactive family read-aloud book

Fans of picture books like I Want My Hat Back , Ricky the Rock That Couldn't Roll , The Wonderful Things You Will Be , What Do You Do With a Problem? and The Day the Crayons Quit

RAVE REVIEWS: This bestselling book has earned multiple honors and starred reviews. Highlights include:

"An ingenious idea, gorgeously realized."-

"Both simple and ingenious in concept, Wenzel's book feels like a game changer."-

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They All Saw a Cat (Brendan Wenzel) by Wenzel, Brendan

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What are you waiting for? An owl, a puppy, a bear, a rabbit, and a pig wait for marvelous things to happen in this irresistible and resonant picture book by the New York Times -bestselling and Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes.

Five friends sit happily on a windowsill, waiting for something amazing to happen. The owl is waiting for the moon. The pig is waiting for the rain. The bear is waiting for the wind. The puppy is waiting for the snow. And the rabbit is just looking out the window because he likes to wait! What will happen? Will patience win in the end? Or someday will the friends stop waiting and do something unexpected?

Waiting is a big part of childhood-waiting in line, waiting to grow up, waiting for something special to happen-but in this book, a child sets the stage and pulls the strings. Timeless, beautiful, and deeply heartfelt, this picture book about imaginative play, the seasons, friendship, and surprises is a Caldecott Honor and Geisel Honor Book.

Share Waiting alongside Mo Willems's Waiting Is Not Easy at home or in a classroom-these books about waiting for kids will be enjoyed as picture book stories and also allow kids to explore their emotions about that ultimate frustration: waiting.

"The short sentences of the text flow with the precision one would expect from a master picture-book creator like Henkes. Little ones, to whom each experience is new, will know what it's like to dream and wait."-ALA Booklist

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Owen: A Caldecott Honor Award Winner (Caldecott Honor Book)

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From bestselling and award-winning author Mac Barnett and illustrator Jon Klassen comes Extra Yarn , a Caldecott Honor Book, Boston Globe-Horn Book Award winner, and a New York Times bestseller.

A young girl and her box of magical yarn transform a community in this stunning picture book. With spare, gently humorous illustrations and a palette that moves from black-and-white to a range of color, this modern fairy tale has the feel of a new classic.

Fans of Oliver Jeffers and Peter Brown will love this book.

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Extra Yarn: A Caldecott Honor Award Winner

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Celebrate the twenty-fifth anniversary of Stellaluna with a deluxe edition of this bestselling picture book classic, now with bonus crafts and activities! Kirkus Reviews

Knocked from her mother's safe embrace by an attacking owl, Stellaluna lands headfirst in a bird's nest. This adorable baby fruit bat's world is literally turned upside down when she is adopted by the occupants of the nest and adapts to their peculiar bird habits. Two pages of notes at the end of the story provide factual information about bats. "Delightful and informative but never didactic; a splendid debut."--

For this anniversary edition, color has been added to the ink drawings and the interior design now allows for more art to be see. Plus there is a code for a downloadable crafts and activity kit, two pages of updated notes about bats, and a special note from the author.

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Deborah Underwood grew up in Walla Walla, Washington. When she was little, she wanted to be an astronomer. Then she wanted to be a singer. Then she wanted to be a writer. Today her jobs are writing and singing. Two out of three's not bad! (Okay, she also wanted to work in a piano factory and paste the labels on new pianos, but let's just ignore that one.)

Her dad was a math professor, and her mom taught English. Her sister got all the math brains, but some of her mom's word sense rubbed off on her, thank goodness. After college, she moved to San Francisco and became a street musician. Then she worked in an office typing memos for accountants. When the accountants weren't looking, she wrote screenplays. She found that if she glowered at the computer screen and yelled, "Criminy!" once in a while, everyone thought she was typing a very demanding memo and left her alone.

In 2001, Deborah decided to start writing stories for kids. She also began writing children's nonfiction. When a publisher asks her to write a nonfiction book, she usually doesn't know much about the topic. That means she has to learn fast. Now she knows about lots of cool things, like smallpox and orangutans and Easter Island and whether or not it's okay to slurp your noodles in Japan (it is).

When she's not writing, you might find her singing in a chamber choir, playing a ukulele (very badly), walking around in Golden Gate Park, baking vegan cookies, or petting any dogs, cats, pigs, or turkeys that happen to be nearby.

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Outside In: A Caldecott Honor Award Winner

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Amazon.com: Outside In: A Caldecott Honor Award Winner: 9781328866820: Underwood, Deborah, Derby, Cindy: Books

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From the author-and-illustrator team of the bestselling

Lydia Grace Finch brings a suitcase full of seeds to the big gray city, where she goes to stay with her Uncle Jim, a cantankerous baker. There she initiates a gradual transformation, bit by bit brightening the shop and bringing smiles to customers' faces with the flowers she grows. But it is in a secret place that Lydia Grace works on her masterpiece -- an ambitious rooftop garden -- which she hopes will make even Uncle Jim smile. Sarah Stewart introduces readers to an engaging and determined young heroine, whose story is told through letters written home, while David Small's illustrations beautifully evoke the Depression-era setting.

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Finding Winnie written by Lindsay Mattick 

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Sophie Blackall is a Brooklyn-based Australian artist. She has illustrated over forty-five books for children, including the Ivy and Bean series, and has twice received the Randolph Caldecott Medal, in 2016 for Finding Winnie and in 2019 for Hello Lighthouse. She has also written and illustrated books for grown ups.

Blackall has collaborated with many notable authors, including Annie Barrows, Kate DiCamillo, Rukhsana Khan, Meg Rosoff and Judith Viorst.

Her editorial illustrations have appeared in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, the New York City MTA and the MoMA Design Store. She has worked internationally with UNICEF and Save the Children as an artist and advocate for global health and literacy initiatives.

"Blackall, who elevates everything she illustrates, has a knack for using clever details to get the humor across."--Booklist

"Khan has an ideal collaborator in Sophie Blackall, whose Chinese ink-and-watercolor drawings convey exquisite detail and precise emotion. Like all the best picture books, "Big Red Lollipop" amply rewards close examination." - New York Times

"One of the best picture-book artists around, Blackall offers winsome art that is interesting in its use of perspective, perceptive in its depiction of family dynamics, and just plain adorable in its effort to make ferrets fetching. This is a book that's clever in every sense of the word: skillful, original, and witty." -Booklist

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Finding Winnie: The True Story of the World's Most Famous Bear (Caldecott Medal Winner)

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Late one winter night a little girl and her father go owling. The trees stand still as statues and the world is silent as a dream. Whoo-whoo-whoo, the father calls to the mysterious nighttime bird.

But there is no answer.

Wordlessly the two companions walk along, for when you go owling you don't need words. You don't need anything but hope. Sometimes there isn't an owl, but sometimes there is.

Distinguished author Jane Yolen has created a gentle, poetic story that lovingly depicts the special companionship of a young child and her father as well as humankind's close relationship to the natural world. Wonderfully complemented by John Schoenherr's soft, exquisite watercolor illustrations, this is a verbal and visual treasure, perfect for reading around and sharing at bedtime.

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Late one winter night a little girl and her father go owling. The trees stand still as statues and the world is silent as a dream. Whoo-whoo-whoo, the father calls to the mysterious nighttime bird. But there is no answer. Wordlessly the two companions walk along, for when you go owling you don't ...

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Caldecott Medal Winner Best Children's Book of the Year
Newbery Honor Book
APALA Award Winner
A Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Book

While driving through Ohio in an old Pontiac, a young girl's Chinese immigrant parents spot watercress growing wild in a ditch by the side of the road. They stop the car, grabbing rusty scissors and an old paper bag, and the whole family wades into the mud to gather as much as they can.

At first, she's embarrassed. Why can't her family just get food from the grocery store, like everyone else? But when her mother shares a bittersweet story of her family history in China, the girl learns to appreciate the fresh food they foraged-and the memories left behind in pursuit of a new life.

Together, they make a new memory of watercress.

Author Andrea Wang calls this moving, autobiographical story "both an apology and a love letter to my parents." It's a bittersweet, delicate look at how sharing the difficult parts of our histories can create powerful new moments of family history, and help connect us to our roots.

Jason Chin's illustrations move between China and the American Midwest and were created with a mixture of traditional Chinese brushes and western media. The dreamy, nostalgic color palette brings this beautiful story to life.

An endnote from the author describes her personal connection to the story, and an illustrator's note touches on both the process of the painting, and the emotional meaning brought to the work.

A story about the power of sharing memories-including the painful ones-and the way our heritage stays with and shapes us, even when we don't see it.

New England Book Award Winner
A New York Times New England Book Award Winner A New York Times Best Children's Book of the Year A Wall Street Journal Best Children's Book of the Year A Boston Globe Best Children's Book of the Year A Washington Post Best Children's Book of the Year A Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Book Winner of the Cybils Award An SCBWI Crystal Kite Award Winner A New York Public Library Best Book of the Year A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year An ALSC Notable Children's Book Named a best book of the year by Publishers Weekly, BookPage, School Library Journal, Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Lunch, Shelf Awareness , and more! A CBC/NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Book An NPR 'Book We Love!' A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection!

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What Do You Do With An Idea? written by Kobi Yamada 

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What Do You Do With An Idea? written by Kobi Yamada 

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A New York Times Best Seller and award-winning book, What Do You Do With an Idea? is for anyone who's ever had a big idea.Praise for The Children's Book Review

This is the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps to bring it into the world. As the child's confidence grows, so does the idea itself. And then, one day, something amazing happens. This is a story for anyone, at any age, who's ever had an idea that seemed a little too big, too odd, too difficult. It's a story to inspire you to welcome that idea, to give it some space to grow, and to see what happens next. Because your idea isn't going anywhere. In fact, it's just getting started.

What Do You Do With an Idea?

National best seller, appearing in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly.

Gold medal winner of the Independent Publishers Award, the Washington State Book Award, and the Moonbeam Children's Book Award.

"What makes this message so unique is the simple but beautiful way it's delivered, in narrative and illustration, through the eyes and voice of an innocent and hopeful child. What Do You Do With An Idea? is a spectacular book for all ages and is a wonderful treasure for any home or school library."-

Publisher's Weekly
"Despite the fact that it's Yamada's first time writing a children's book, it's had breakout success, selling over 300,000 copies since its publication date of January 2014."-

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What Do You Do With an Idea? - New York Times best seller

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Last Stop on Market Street written by Matt de la Pena 

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Matt de la Peña's debut novel, Ball Don't Lie, was an ALA-YALSA Best Book for Young Adults and an ALA-YALSA Quick Pick and was made into a major motion picture. His second novel, Mexican WhiteBoy, was an ALA-YALSA Best Book for Young Adult (Top Ten Pick), a Notable Book for a Global Society, a Junior Library Guild Selection and a Bulletin Blue Ribbon Book. His third novel, We Were Here, was an ALA-YALSA Best Book for Young Readers, an ALA-YALSA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers, and a Junior Library Guild Selection. His fourth book, I Will Save You, was an ALA-YALSA Best Book for Young Readers, an ALA-YALSA Quick Pick, a Junior Library Guild Selection and finalist for the 2011 Amelia Elizabeth Walden Award. De la Peña's fifth book, The Living, was a Junior Library Guild Selection, a 2014 Best Fiction for Young Adults and a Pura Belpré Author Honor Book.

His short fiction and essays have appeared in the New York Times, NPR.org and various literary journals, including Pacific Review, The Vincent Brothers Review, Chiricú, Two Girls' Review, The George Mason Review, and The Allegheny Review. De la Peña received his MFA in creative writing from San Diego State University and his BA from the University of the Pacific, where he attended school on a full athletic scholarship for basketball. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, where he teaches creative writing. You can visit Matt and find out more about his books at mattdelapena.com and follow him on Twitter at @mattdelapena.

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It's Like This, Cat written by Emily Cheney Neville

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It's Like This, Cat written by Emily Cheney Neville

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The Newbery-winning classic novel about a young New Yorker who figures out the world on his own terms with the help of one prickly tomcat, for readers who enjoy such books as Al Capone Does My Shirts and Hoot .

Dave Mitchell and his father disagree on almost everything-and every time their fighting sets off his mother's asthma, Dave ends up storming out of the house. But when Dave meets a big, handsome tomcat, he decides to bring him home, no matter what his father has to say about it.

With adventure-loving Cat around, Dave meets lots of new people-like Tom, a young dropout on his own in the city, and Mary, the first girl he can talk to like a real person.

And as his eyes open to those around him, Dave starts to understand his father a little better. They still don't see eye-to-eye on a lot of things, but there is one thing they can both agree on: Having a cat can be very educational-especially when it's one like Cat.

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The One and Only Ivan written by Katherine Applegate 

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#1 New York Times bestselling author Katherine Applegate has written many books for young readers, including THE ONE AND ONLY IVAN, winner of the 2013 Newbery Medal.

Katherine's picture books include THE BUFFALO STORM, illustrated by Jan Ormerod (Clarion Books); THE REMARKABLE TRUE STORY OF IVAN, THE SHOPPING MALL GORILLA, illustrated by G. Brian Karas (Clarion Books); and SOMETIMES YOU FLY, illustrated by Jennifer Black Reinhardt (Clarion Books).

She's written two early chapter series for young readers: ROSCOE RILEY RULES, a seven-book series illustrated by Brian Biggs (HarperCollins); and DOGGO AND PUPPER, a three-book series illustrated by Charlie Alder (Feiwel & Friends).

Books for middle-grade readers include HOME OF THE BRAVE (Feiwel & Friends); THE ONE AND ONLY IVAN, illustrated by Patricia Castelao (HarperCollins); THE ONE AND ONLY BOB, illustrated by Patricia Castelao (HarperCollins); the ENDLING trilogy (HarperCollins); CRENSHAW (Feiwel & Friends); WISHTREE (Feiwel & Friends); and WILLODEEN (Feiwel & Friends).

With her husband, Michael Grant, Katherine co-wrote ANIMORPHS, a long-running series that has sold over 35 million books worldwide. They also wrote two other series, REMNANTS and EVERWORLD, and a young adult novel, EVE AND ADAM (Feiwel & Friends.)

Katherine's work has been translated into dozens of languages, and her books have won accolades including the Christopher Medal, the Golden Kite Award, the Bank Street Josette Frank Award, the California Book Award Gold Medal, the Crystal Kite Award, the Green Earth Book Honor Award, the Charlotte Zolotow Honor Award, and the E.B. White Read Aloud Award. Many of her works have appeared on state master lists, Best of the Year lists, and Publishers Weekly, USA Today, and New York Times bestseller lists.

THE ONE AND ONLY IVAN was made into a Disney movie starring Brian Cranston, Sam Rockwell, and Angelina Jolie.

Katherine lives in California, with her family and assorted pets. She is represented by Elena Giovinazzo at Pippin Properties, Inc.

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The One and Only Ivan: A Newbery Award Winner

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Amazon.com: The One and Only Ivan: A Newbery Award Winner: 9780061992278: Applegate, Katherine, Castelao, Patricia: Books

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Sixty years ago, on October 15, 1952, E.B. White's Charlotte's Web was published. It's gone on to become one of the most beloved children's books of all time. To celebrate this milestone, the renowned Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo has written a heartfelt and poignant tribute to the book that is itself a beautiful translation of White's own view of the world-of the joy he took in the change of seasons, in farm life, in the miracles of life and death, and, in short, the glory of everything.

We are proud to include Kate DiCamillo's foreword in the 60th anniversary editions of this cherished classic.

Charlotte's Web is the story of a little girl named Fern who loved a little pig named Wilbur-and of Wilbur's dear friend Charlotte A. Cavatica, a beautiful large grey spider who lived with Wilbur in the barn.

With the help of Templeton, the rat who never did anything for anybody unless there was something in it for him, and by a wonderfully clever plan of her own, Charlotte saved the life of Wilbur, who by this time had grown up to quite a pig.

How all this comes about is Mr. White's story. It is a story of the magic of childhood on the farm. The thousands of children who loved Stuart Little, the heroic little city mouse, will be entranced with Charlotte the spider, Wilbur the pig, and Fern, the little girl who understood their language.

The forty-seven black-and-white drawings by Garth Williams have all the wonderful detail and warmhearted appeal that children love in his work. Incomparably matched to E.B. White's marvelous story, they speak to each new generation, softly and irresistibly.

E. B. White, the author of such beloved classics as Charlotte's Web , Stuart Little , and The Trumpet of the Swan , was born in Mount Vernon, New York. He graduated from Cornell University in 1921 and, five or six years later, joined the staff of The New Yorker magazine, then in its infancy. He died on October 1, 1985, and was survived by his son and three grandchildren.

Mr. White's essays have appeared in Harper's magazine, and some of his other books are: One Man's Meat , The Second Tree from the Corner , Letters of E. B. White , Essays of E. B. White , and Poems and Sketches of E. B. White . He won countless awards, including the 1971 National Medal for Literature and the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award, which commended him for making a "substantial and lasting contribution to literature for children."

During his lifetime, many young readers asked Mr. White if his stories were true. In a letter written to be sent to his fans, he answered, "No, they are imaginary tales . . . But real life is only one kind of life-there is also the life of the imagination."

Kate DiCamillo is the acclaimed author of many books for young readers, including The Tale of Despereaux , winner of the Newbery Medal; Because of Winn-Dixie , a Newbery Honor Book; and The Tiger Rising , a National Book Award finalist. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Garth Williams is the renowned illustrator of almost one hundred books for children, including the beloved Stuart Little by E. B. White, Bedtime for Frances by Russell Hoban, and the Little House series by Laura Ingalls Wilder.

He was born in 1912 in New York City but raised in England. He founded an art school near London and served with the British Red Cross Civilian Defense during World War II. Williams worked as a portrait sculptor, art director, and magazine artist before doing his first book Stuart Little , thus beginning a long and lustrous career illustrating some of the best known children's books.

In addition to illustrating works by White and Wilder, he also illustrated George Selden's The Cricket in Times Square and its sequels (Farrar Straus Giroux). He created the character and pictures for the first book in the Frances series by Russell Hoban (HarperCollins) and the first books in the Miss Bianca series by Margery Sharp (Little, Brown). He collaborated with Margaret Wise Brown on her Little Golden Books titles Home for a Bunny and Little Fur Family, among others, and with Jack Prelutsky on two poetry collections published by Greenwillow: Ride a Purple Pelican and Beneath a Blue Umbrella . He also wrote and illustrated seven books on his own, including Baby Farm Animals (Little Golden Books) and The Rabbits' Wedding (HarperCollins).

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The Family Under the Bridge written by Natalie Savage Carlson

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The Family Under the Bridge written by Natalie Savage Carlson

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The heartwarming and memorable Newbery Honor-winning book about finding family in the unlikeliest places, featuring artwork by beloved illustrator Garth Williams. This classic middle grade novel is a welcome and meaningful read, especially at Christmastime.

Armand, an old man living on the streets of Paris, relishes his solitary life in the beautiful city. He is happy with his carefree existence, begging and doing odd jobs to keep himself warm and fed. With simple pleasures and no cares, what more could he need?

Then one day just before Christmas, Armand returns to his favorite spot beneath the bridge to find three cold and hungry children. Although he has no interest in children, Armand soon finds himself caring for the small family. It does not take Armand very long to realize that he must do whatever it takes to get them a real home.

Children will treasure this warm and funny adventure of family, freedom, and Santa Claus. The book includes illustrations by Garth Williams, the acclaimed illustrator of E. B. White's Charlotte's Web and Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House series.

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Hot Dog: (Winner of the 2023 Caldecott Medal)

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The Little House written by Virginia Lee Burton 

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The little house first stood in the country, but gradually the city moved closer and closer...

In 1942, Virginia Lee Burton created The Little House , and since then generations of readers have been enchanted by the story of this happy home and her journey from the pleasures of nature to the bustling city, and back again.

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The Little House: A Caldecott Award Winner

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Amazon.com: The Little House: A Caldecott Award Winner: 8601234576419: Burton, Virginia Lee: Books

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The Storm Book written by Charlotte Zolotow 

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The Storm Book written by Charlotte Zolotow 

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A Caldecott Honor book about a little boy's curiosity during a summer storm, poetically written by celebrated author Charlotte Zolotow and with stunning illustrations by Margaret Bloy Graham.

This beautifully crafted story is perfect to pull out and enjoy on rainy days and for classroom discussions on weather patterns.

It is a day in the country.

Quiet, dusty, expectant.

Everything is hot and still.

Then the hazy sky begins to shift.

Something is astir, something soundless.

Shadows move over the world.

And then it happens!

Shooting through the sky like starlight...

What was that?

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The Storm Book: A Caldecott Honor Award Winner

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The Storm Book: A Caldecott Honor Award Winner [Zolotow, Charlotte, Graham, Margaret Bloy] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Storm Book: A Caldecott Honor Award Winner