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"Is the sun the world's light bulb?"

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Micha Archer

www.michaarcher.com

is an artist, illustrator and educator living in Western Massachusetts. A world traveller, her sense of color and pattern is influenced by the folk art, crafts, and architecture of the world. Working with gouache, watercolors, pen and ink, and collage, she creates layered pieces from various materials on paper and digitally.

With a B.A. in Multicultural Education from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst she taught for 15 years in a Kindergarten classroom. In addition to consulting with teachers on incorporating art into their classrooms, she offers workshops and classes to children, adults and other artists.

Her design and illustration clients include - most of the major educational publishers,

two children's books with Barefoot Books; (Lola's Fandango and The Wise Fool)

a book she wrote and illustrated,( Daniel Finds a Poem) with Penguin,

2 books with Charlesbridge, (Spring Equations and Around the World in a Bathtub).

And another with Penguin called Girl Running.

She is a member of WMIG- Western Mass. Illustrators Guild (www.wmig.org)

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Wonder Walkers [Archer, Micha, Archer, Micha] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Wonder Walkers

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"We can learn by listening."

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Amy Ludwig VanDerwater is author of several poetry books for children including Forest Has a Song, With My Hands, Read! Read! Read!, With My Hands, Write! Write! Write!, and If This Bird Had Pockets: A Poem in Your Pocket Day Celebration. In addition, she is author of picture books Every Day Birds, Dreaming of You, That Missing Feeling, poems in many anthologies, and popular classroom blogs The Poem Farm and Sharing Our Notebooks. Her newest book is The Sound of Kindness (August 2023).

Having studied and worked at the Teachers College Writing Project at Columbia University, Amy has been an elementary school teacher (years ago and again during COVID) and is author of the Heinemann professional book Poems Are Teachers: How Studying Poetry Strengthens Writing in All Genres and co-author, with Lucy Calkins and Stephanie Parsons, of Poetry: Big Thoughts in Small Packages. For 23 years, she has led writing workshops and has taught lessons celebrating the power and joy of words.

Amy lives on an old farm in Holland, NY with her husband, sometimes a child or two, and a handful of sweet pets. You can find her knitting, baking, or picking blackberries. Find her online at https://linktr.ee/amylvpoemfarm.

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The Sound of Kindness [VanDerwater, Amy Ludwig, Martinez, Teresa] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Sound of Kindness

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"This poem is about the first time I faced a fear and jumped off a high diving board."

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Joseph Coelho - Children's Author, Poet and Playwright

'Winner of the Independent Bookshop Week Picture Book Award 2019 for If All the World were'

(Also Shortlisted for the insugural Booktrust Storytime Prize)

Long-listed for The Carnegie Children's Award with his poetry collection 'Overheard In A Tower Block' illustrated by Kate Milner (also shortlisted for the CLPE CLiPPA Poetry Award and Longlisted for the UKLA Book Awards.).

Winner of the 2015 CLPE CLiPPA Poetry Award with his debut poetry collection 'Werewolf Club Rules.' Illustrated by John O'leary.

His debut Picture Book with Fiona Lumbers 'Luna Loves Library Day' was voted one of the nations favourite picture books by a survey led by World Book Day.

His writing has been described as "sensitive" and "Lyrical."

"I had the good fortune of working with young people and students in classrooms up and down the country over 16 years. This gave me a feel for the way young people think, for the things they want to read about, for the stories and poems they are hungry for. When I write, I write for all those young people I've met over the years, those who couldn't find a book that dealt with an issue they wanted to discuss, those who couldn't find a character who looked like them, those hungry for a story in a world they recognise."

His books include 'If All The World Were...' Illustrated by Allison Colpoys, the non-fiction title 'How To Write Poems' Illustrated by Matt Robertson and A Year Of Nature Illustrated by Kelly Louise Judd (2019).

His poems have appeared in many anthologies including 'A Poem For Every Day Of The Year' ed. Allie Essiri and Jacqueline Wilson's 'Green Glass beads.'

He has written plays for companies including: Soho Theatre, Polka Theatre, The Unicorn Theatre, Theatre Royal York, Oily Cart and The Spark Children's Festival to name a few. His plays have received special note from Soho's Verity Bargate Award and The Bruntwood Playwriting Competition and he has spent many years touring and performing his work...

"The years spent performing to children as an actor and performance poet enabled me to take my work to children who would otherwise not get to see theatre or possibly read a book, I've performed in libraries and school halls, community centres and tents and have had to discover on the front-line how to make my words land. If you can't capture a child with your words and performance they will simply walk out on you. In that environment you learn all the tools for grabbing attention, tools like pizazz! and wow-factor! For sure, but also tools like emotion and intrigue and thrills and truth."

Joseph has been a guest poet on Cbeebies Rhyme Rocket, Radio 4's Poetry Playtime and Front Row. He is the presenter of BBC's Teach Poetry (Oct 2018) and features in DiscoveryEDUK's Poetry Curriculum.

Follow Joseph on Instagram and Twitter and find out more at his website below.

www.thepoetryofjosephcoelho.com

@JosephACoelho

@JosephCoelhoAuthor

Photos Courtesy of Hay Festival Paul Musso and Shannon O'Donnell

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Courage Out Loud: 25 Poems of Power (Poetry to Perform, 3)

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Courage Out Loud: 25 Poems of Power (Poetry to Perform, 3) [Coelho, Joseph, Gray-Barnett, Daniel] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Courage Out Loud: 25 Poems of Power (Poetry to Perform, 3)

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"Nikosis had been listening to the drum before he was born."

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The drum represents the heartbeat of Mother Earth. We all belong to the earth and we all belong to the drum.

Nikosis grew up going to powwows with his family, happily immersed in music, dance and the sounds of the drum. But when he starts going to daycare, he doesn't feel like he belongs. Nikosis cries every time his mother leaves him in the unfamiliar environment until, one day, she and the teachers use drums to help Nikosis find connection and comfort.

Inspired by her son's experience―and her family's love of powwow music and dance―Indigenous educator and champion hoop dancer Sandra Lamouche shares this uplifting true story of the transformative effects of culturally safe and inclusive early childhood education.

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We Belong to the Drum [Lamouche, Sandra, Whitecalf, Azby] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. We Belong to the Drum

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"Maisy 'shares' her toys with her friends."

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Discover how kindness makes Maisy's world go around-and pick up a few ideas for spreading some joy.

Join Maisy and her pals as they explore everyday acts of kindness-from sharing toys to making cards or gifts, nurturing animals to caring for the environment, looking out for one another to taking care of themselves! Bold, bright, and buoyant, Maisy's oversize celebration of kindness will catch the eyes and hearts of everyone from loyal followers to new friends, while making an inspiring addition to the shelves of little ones and their parents, caregivers, and teachers.

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Maisy's Big Book of Kindness [Cousins, Lucy, Cousins, Lucy] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Maisy's Big Book of Kindness

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"Let loose your heart- raise your voice."

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Kwame Alexander is a poet, educator, publisher, and New York Times Bestselling author of 35 books, including BECOMING MUHAMMAD ALI (co-authored with James Patterson), SOLO, REBOUND, which was shortlisted for prestigious UK Carnegie Medal, The Caldecott Medal and Newbery Honor-winning picture book, THE UNDEFEATED, illustrated by Kadir Nelson, and, his NEWBERY medal-winning middle grade novel, THE CROSSOVER. A regular contributor to NPR's Morning Edition, Kwame is the recipient of numerous awards, including The Lee Bennett Hopkins Poetry Award, The Coretta Scott King Author Honor, Three NAACP Image Award Nominations, and the 2017 Inaugural Pat Conroy Legacy Award. In 2018, he opened the Barbara E. Alexander Memorial Library and Health Clinic in Ghana, as a part of LEAP for Ghana, an international literacy program he co-founded. Kwame is the Founding Editor of VERSIFY, an imprint of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt that aims to Change the World One Word at a Time.

Kwame's most recent book is LIGHT FOR THE WORLD TO SEE: A THOUSAND WORDS ON RACE AND HOPE. Find out more info on Kwame and where he'll be at www.KwameAlexander.com.

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Out of Wonder: Poems Celebrating Poets [Alexander, Kwame, Colderley, Chris, Wentworth, Marjory, Holmes, Ekua] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Out of Wonder: Poems Celebrating Poets

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"We belong together, books and me, like toast and jelly"

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Whether we are collecting words, reading favorite books in the library, celebrating holidays, writing poems, sharing secrets, or singing a jazzy duet, words and books can take us on wonderful adventures and bring us joy. Poet Pat Mora has brought together a collection of her poems that celebrates engaging with words and books in all these ways and more. Vivid illustrations by Raúl Colón bring the poems to life and interpret the magic of the language with captivating images in a style influenced by Mexican muralists. Together the poems and illustrations are sure to inspire creative wordplay in readers of all ages.

We can read, you and I,
see letters become words,
and words become books . . .
You and I read, round and round,
bookjoy around the world.

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This book has teaching potential to show children arts-based learning and to help them relate it to the music that they hear around them.

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Amber is a New York Times bestselling illustrator and a visual development artist in the animation industry. She earned her BFA in Character Animation at the California Institute of the Arts. Amber's work is inspired by her love for folk art, nostalgia, inclusion, and her childhood spent in China. When not drawing at her desk, Amber can be found petting her cat, Ruyu, and sipping boba tea. Find Amber online at amber-ren.com.

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Amazon.com: Because: 9781368019019: Willems, Mo, Ren, Amber

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"Jenna daydreamed at the kitchen table, tasting honey on fry bread, her heart beating to the brum, brum, brum, brum of the powwow drum."

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Cynthia Leitich Smith's 2023 release is the YA novel HARVEST HOUSE, an Indigenous YA ghost mystery, which so far has received three starred reviews and which Amazon.com editor Seira Wilson called, "...suspenseful, insightful, and unputdownable.

Cynthia is a NSK Neustadt Laureate and a New York Times bestselling author of books for young readers, including HEARTS UNBROKEN, which won the American Indian Library Association's Youth Literature Award. Her recent releases include the middle grade anthology ANCESTOR APPROVED: INTERTRIBAL STORIES FOR KIDS, winner of the Reading of the West Book Award for Young Readers and an ALA Notable Book, and the novel SISTERS OF THE NEVERSEA, which received six starred reviews. Both books were named to numerous "best of the year" lists. Her debut tween novel RAIN IS NOT MY INDIAN NAME was named one of the 30 Most Influential Children's Books of All Time by Book Riot.

She looks forward to MG graphic novel the BLUE STARS: MISSION ONE: THE VICE PRINCIPAL PROBLEM, co-authored by Kekla Magoon and illustrated by Molly Murakami.

Cynthia is also the author-curator of Heartdrum, a Native-focused imprint at HarperCollins Children's Books, and the Katherine Paterson Inaugural Endowed Chair on the faculty of the MFA program in Writing for Children and Young Adults at Vermont College of Fine Arts. Cynthia is a citizen of the Muscogee Nation and lives in Austin, Texas.

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Amazon.com: Jingle Dancer: 9780688162412: Smith, Cynthia Leitich, Hu, Ying-Hwa, Van Wright, Cornelius

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"The lifeguard heard her screaming and called down to me, 'What if everybody said that?'"

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What If Everybody Said That? [Javernick, Ellen, Madden, Colleen] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. What If Everybody Said That?

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"I thought only old men went bald. What if everybody thought that?"

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If you see someone in a wheelchair, you might think he or she couldn't compete in a race. But...you might be wrong. What if you see a child with no hair? Do you think she is embarrassed all the time? How about a kid who has a really hard time reading? Do you think that means he's not smart? You might think so. But...you might be wrong.

With clear prose and lighthearted artwork, this companion book to the bestseller What If Everybody Did That? explores the preconceived notions we have about the world and encourages kids to be more thoughtful.

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What If Everybody Thought That? [Javernick, Ellen, Madden, Colleen] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. What If Everybody Thought That?

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"I just wanted to see how fast the grocery cart would go. It went faster than I expected!"

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After spending her childhood doodling, making wookie noises, pretending to be other interesting people, Colleen Madden grew up to write and draw children's literature so she could keep doing those things. Her works as an author/illustrator include the graphic novel series Shelley Frankenstein, the picture books Monkey Walk, A Christmas Too Big and The Kiddie Table. She illustrated the best-selling series What If Everybody Did That, Penguin/Random House's The 12 Days, and Mariah Carey's All I Want for Christmas Is You. She is currently working on new picture book titles and another graphic novel series.

And making wookie noises. 🙃

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What If Everybody Did That? (What If Everybody? Book 1)

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What If Everybody Did That? (What If Everybody? Book 1) - Kindle edition by Javernick, Ellen, Madden, Colleen. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading What If Everybody Did That? (What If Everybody?

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Kindness is my Superpower: A children's Book About Empathy, Kindness and Compassion

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"But sometimes I make some mistakes."

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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.

Practice Random Acts of Kindness.

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

Kindness is something you can quickly learn:

when you give and ask for nothing in return.

Helping others is the least you can do.

If you are kind, kindness will come 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 1)

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Amazon.com: Kindness is my Superpower: A children's Book About Empathy, Kindness and Compassion (My Superpower Books 1) eBook : Ortego, Alicia: Kindle Store

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This book can help students to learn the importance of kindness and help them to want to treat others the way that they want to be treated.

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Discover the value of kindness-a story and activity book for kids ages 5 to 7 goes beyond other kindness books for children, combining the effectiveness of a storybook with the fun of play to teach kids ages 5 to 7 how to be amazingly kind people.

Show kids that being kind is awesome! It's Brave to Be Kind

All kindness books for children should be this inspiring! Not only will kids learn how important niceness is through an engaging-and adorably illustrated-story, but they'll also be able to practice being kinder every day with simple and fun activities you won't find in other kindness books for children. Whether it's taking care of themselves when they're sad or helping out around the house, help young readers find out how fun being kind can be.

When it comes to kindness books for children, you won't find a more complete package than
This standout among kindness books for children includes:

A story of kindness for kids -Give kids a supportive role model in Alex-a young girl who meets someone different and finds out how she can be kind, even when others aren't.

Practice being nice -This top choice among kindness books for children encourages them to try out fun challenges that provide ways to grow their kindness and share it with the people around them.

Advice for parents and caregivers -Get tips for using both the story and activities to effectively teach kindness and empathy to kids.

It's Brave to Be Kind .

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It's Brave to Be Kind: A Kindness Story and Activity Book for Children

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It's Brave to Be Kind: A Kindness Story and Activity Book for Children [Daniels, Natasha] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. It's Brave to Be Kind: A Kindness Story and Activity Book for Children

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"Kindness makes other people feel happy and appreciated"

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The Kids' Book of Kindness: Emotions, Empathy and How to Be Kind (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning)

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The Kids' Book of Kindness: Emotions, Empathy and How to Be Kind (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning) [Stephenson, Catherine, Kariyawasam, Hiruni] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Kids' Book of Kindness: Emotions, Empathy and How to Be Kind (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning)

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"But Mom always tells me to be kind, so I tried."

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Pat Zietlow Miller knew she wanted to be a writer ever since her seventh-grade English teacher read her paper about square-dancing skirts out loud in class and said: "This is the first time anything a student has written has given me chills." (Thanks, Mrs. Mueller! You rock!)

Pat started out as a newspaper reporter and wrote about everything from dartball and deer-hunting to diets and decoupage. Then, she joined an insurance company and edited its newsletter and magazine.

Now, she writes insurance information by day and children's books by night. Her first picture book, SOPHIE'S SQUASH, illustrated by Anne Wilsdorf was released in 2013 from Schwartz & Wade. It won the Golden Kite Award for picture book text from the SCBWI and was named a Charlotte Zolotow and an Ezra Jack Keats New Author honor book

Her second picture book, WHEREVER YOU GO, illustrated by Eliza Wheeler, was released by Little, Brown in 2015. That was followed by SHARING THE BREAD, illustrated by Jill McElmurry (Schwartz & Wade); THE QUICKEST KID IN CLARKSVILLE, illustrated by Frank Morrison (Chronicle) and SOPHIE'S SQUASH GO TO SCHOOL, illustrated by Anne Wilsdorf (Schwartz & Wade).

In 2018, New York Times bestselling BE KIND, illustrated by Jen Hill (Roaring Brook), WIDE-AWAKE BEAR illustrated by Jean Kim (HarperCollins) and LORETTA'S GIFT, illustrated by Alea Marley (Little Bee) were published. REMARKABLY YOU, illustrated by Patrice Barton (HarperCollins) and WHEN YOU ARE BRAVE, illustrated by Eliza Wheeler (Little, Brown) were published in 2019, and MY BROTHER, THE DUCK, illustrated by Daniel Wiseman (Chronicle) came out in 2020.

Pat has one wonderful husband, two delightful daughters and two pampered cats. She doesn't watch much TV, but she does love "Chopped." Pat lives in Madison, Wisconsin.

You can follow Pat on Twitter (@PatZMiller) or Instagram (@patzmill). You can also visit her website at http://www.patzietlowmiller.com or stop by www.picturebookbuilders.com, a blog she's part of.

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Be Kind (Be Kind, 1) [Zietlow Miller, Pat, Hill, Jen] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Be Kind (Be Kind, 1)

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"Kindness helps you navigate: a map to guide your heart."

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Cultivating kindness is easy when you try. Spread a little kindness and watch empathy ripple through the community... spreading happiness like sunshine, connecting diverse groups like a footbridge and lifting hope like a kite string.

How can YOU lift others with kindness?

This compelling book illustrates simple, yet impactful ways, to spread kindness and brighten the lives of others. Through poetry, the inspiring words uplift young readers, planting seeds of empathy, kindness and community support.

Kindness is a Kite String by Michelle Schaub carries the key message of kindness as well as how to teach similes and metaphors supported by the many advocates of positive parenting solutions. It'll sit comfortably on your shelf alongside other books that focus on the power of kindness. Like the work of Diane Alber (Scribble Stones) and Brandon Walden (Trees).

This book comes with a free Reader's Guide for children. It includes reproducible handouts that ask children to create their own similes, metaphors and more. The guide is available for free download from the publisher website.

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Kindness is a Kite String: The Uplifting Power of Empathy

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Kindness is a Kite String: The Uplifting Power of Empathy

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"Let's look all around, do you see what I see?"

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We Walk Through the Forest [Ferland, Lisa, Popova, Yana] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. We Walk Through the Forest

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"This weekend George and his friend, the man with the yellow hat, had special plans. They were going camping!"

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Margarete Elisabeth Waldstein (who would be known to most of the world as Margret Rey) was born in Hamburg on May 16, 1906. Her future husband, Hans Augusto Rey, was born on September 16, 1898, in Hamburg, Germany. He grew up there near the world-famous Hagenbeck Zoo, and developed a lifelong love for animals and drawing. The two met briefly when Margret was a young girl, before she left Hamburg to study art. They were reunited in 1935 in Rio de Janeiro, where Hans was selling bathtubs as part of a family business and Margret was escaping the political climate in Germany. Margret convinced Hans to leave the family business, and soon they were working together on a variety of projects.

Hans and Margret were married in Brazil on August 16, 1935, and they moved to Paris after falling in love with the city during their European honeymoon. It was there that Hans published his first children's book, after a French publisher saw his newspaper cartoons of a giraffe and asked him to expand upon them. Raffy and the Nine Monkeys (Cecily G. and the Nine Monkeys in the British and American editions) was the result, and it marked the debut of a mischievous monkey named Curious George.

After Raffy and the Nine Monkeys was published, the Reys decided that Curious George deserved a book of his own, so they began work on a manuscript that featured the lovable and exceedingly curious little monkey. But the late 1930s and early '40s were a tumultuous time in Europe, and before the new manuscript could be published, the Reys--both German Jews--found themselves in a horrible situation. Hitler and his Nazi party were tearing through Europe, and they were poised to take control of Paris.

Knowing that they must escape before the Nazis took power, Hans cobbled together two bicycles out of spare parts. Early in the morning of June 14, 1940, the Reys set off on their bicycles. They brought very little with them on their predawn flight -- only warm coats, a bit of food, and five manuscripts, one of which was Curious George. The Nazis entered Paris just hours later, but the Reys were already on their way out. They rode their makeshift bicycles for four long days until reaching the French-Spanish border, where they sold them for train fare to Lisbon. From there they made their way to Brazil and on to New York City, beginning a whole new life as children's book authors.

Curious George was published by Houghton Mifflin in 1941, and for sixty years these books have been capturing the hearts and minds of readers throughout the world. All the Curious George books, including the seven original stories by Margret and Hans, have sold more than twenty-five million copies. So popular that his original story has never been out of print, George has become one of the most beloved and recognizable characters in children's literature. His adventures have been translated into many languages, including Japanese, French, Afrikaans, Portuguese, Swedish, German, Chinese, Danish, and Norwegian.

Although both of the Reys have passed away -- Hans in 1977 and Margret in 1996--George lives on in the Curious George Foundation. Established in 1989, this foundation funds programs for children that share Curious George's irresistible qualities--ingenuity, opportunity, determination, and curiosity in learning and exploring. Much consideration is given to programs that benefit animals, through preservation as well as the prevention of cruelty to animals. The foundation supports community outreach programs that emphasize the importance of family, from counseling to peer support groups.

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Spend a day in the outdoors camping with Curious George as he pitches a tent, roasts marshmallows, and tries to stay out of trouble! George and the man with the yellow hat are going camping! George tries to be helpful, but after he upsets a neighboring camper, he ends up exploring the woods on hi...

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"The next day is warm and sunny as the campers arrive at the campground."

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Based on an episode of Llama Llama's animated Netflix series, this book is all about one of the most fun activities for little llamas (and kids): camping!
Look out, world--Llama Llama is a TV star! The beloved character, made famous by Anna Dewdney's best-selling picture books, is the star of his own original series, now airing on Netflix. In this episode-based 8x8, Llama Llama goes camping for the very first time and learns a valuable lesson: what seems scary can actually be super-duper FUN! Your little llamas will love relating to their favorite picture book character as he faces new and challenging situations.

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Llama Llama Loves Camping by Dewdney, Anna

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"Would you like to come along? Grab your backpack and let's go!"

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Since an early age Jill McDonald has loved to draw and especially loved color. Growing up in the Midwest she was encouraged to explore her talent. Jill graduated from Rhode Island School of Design with a major in Textile Design. She went on to work as a print stylist in New York for Gap Inc. design headquarters. Following that she returned to the Midwest to work as an Illustrator for Hallmark Cards.

In 2004 Jill started her own design studio & over the years has worked with an wide array of clients like The Land of Nod, Pottery Barn Kids, The Company Kids, Oopsy Daisy, Random House, Scholastic, Barefoot Books, C.R. Gibson, Target & many more. Jill's art has been applied to an array of products from bedding, wall art, books, puzzle, holiday decor & so much more.

Jill's art is bright, bold with a quirky twist. She likes to add a touch of education when she can.

In her spare time she likes to do yoga, spend time with her husband & son, pick flowers and drink coffee.

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Hello, World! Let's Go Camping [McDonald, Jill] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Hello, World! Let's Go Camping

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"The rest of the class watched enviously as Rafael walked back to his seat with a kit."

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Thanks for the tremendous support of my work which includes books I have written and illustrated, (The Dot, Ish, Happy Dreamer, The Word Collector) as well as collaborations, (Someday with Alisan McGhee, the Judy Moody series with Megan McDonald, Going Places with my twin brother, Paul, and the I AM series with Susan Verde)

My children's media company, FableVision, located in Boston, is dedicated to crafting "stories that matter, stories that move." I also make creativity tools for the classroom - FableVision LeanMy twin brother, Paul, and I founded an independent bookshop in Dedham Square, MA called The Blue Bunny. www.bluebunnybooks.com

Much of my work is designed to inspire all of us to navigate our true potential - to be brave, original, inspirational, inspired, and active.

My hope is that my work will also inspire YOU to make YOUR mark - and see where it takes you.

Let's stay connected - follow me on twitter - @peterhreynolds : )

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Going Places [Reynolds, Paul A., Reynolds, Peter H., Reynolds, Peter H.] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Going Places

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This book can help students to learn about the different states that make up the country that we live in.

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In 51 charmingly illustrated infographic maps, explore every state of the USA from Alabama to Wyoming and the nation's capital to discover more than 2,000 facts that celebrate the people, cities, nature, and historic events that have helped make America what it is today. You'll also get an expansive guide to the state flags and US presidents. .

Ghost towns, swamp tours, the center of the universe...bacon donuts, brainy berries, salmon jerky...The French Fry King, The Mother of Oregon, The Queen of Blues...be inspired by the inventiveness, beauty, and diversity of the United States in this curious collection of fact-filled maps

On each wonderful map, find:

A welcome box with a short introduction to the state

Key facts , including the capital; state bird, flower, and tree; and statehood order

State icons celebrating the state's people, places, and history

Six inspiring people who have a connection to the state

Region spotlight bubbles to allow you to discover more about one particular place

A moments to remember box with a list of significant dates and their events in the state's history

Each state's map also contains information about which states it neighbors , its bodies of water and borders , as well as where it is situated in the country . Did you know that while Hawaii shares its border with no one, both Missouri and Tennessee border eight other states? Many state parks , battlefields , national forests , and reservations are also included to inspire you to respect and explore the great outdoors.Also available from the 50 States series: The 50 States , 50 Cities of the U.S.A. , The 50 States: Activity Book , The 50 States: Fun Facts , 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States , and I Spy the 50 States .

So pack your bags and say later 'gator...the great States await!

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The 50 States: Explore the U.S.A. with 50 fact-filled maps!

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Amazon.com: The 50 States: Explore the U.S.A. with 50 fact-filled maps!: 9781847807113: Balkan, Gabrielle, Linero, Sol

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"You can help protect the great national parks"

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"...a surefire way to get your kiddos excited for the journey ahead." - The Everymom Take a tour of America's great outdoors and discover the beauty and diversity of its most iconic and majestic national parks.facts about the flora and fauna the nation's most magnificent and sacred places-and shows why they should be preserved for future generations to enjoy... Did you know that Everglades National Park is home to marsh rabbits who paddle through its swamps searching for herbs, flowers, and other plants to nibble on? Or that the pronghorn antelope of Badlands National Park are the continent's fastest land animals, sprinting up to 60 miles per hour to escape predators like bobcats and coyotes?at the back challenges you to find a pictured critter or plant for every letter of the alphabet. Acadia, Badlands, Big Bend, Biscayne, Bryce Canyon, Channel Islands, Death Valley, Denali, Everglades, Glacier, Glacier Bay, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Hawaii volcanoes, Isle Royale, Mesa Verde, Olympic, Sequoia and Kings Canyon, Virgin Islands, Yellowstone, and Yosemite.serves to inspire the adventuring naturalist in all of us. of books immerses young people in the wonders of America's outdoors. Learn about the wonderful wildlife, stunning scenery, and rare plants that inhabit these precious outdoor spaces. Celebrate these beautiful and rare locations, and be awed by the diversity and grandeur of the national parks' living landscapes.

*A 2019 Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students: K-12 (National Science Teachers Association and the Children's Book Council)*

Packed with maps and fascinating unique to each of the 21 parks portrayed , this lushly illustrated coast-to-coast journey documents in large format Everglades , travel down the white water rapids of the Grand Canyon , trek across the deserts of Death Valley , and scale the soaring summits of the Rocky Mountains

Explore Florida's river-laced with this book that brings you up close to nature's greatest adventures Each park is introduced by a stunning, poster-worthy illustration of one of its scenes and a summary of its makeup, followed by individual illustrations of the animals and plants that make their homes there captivating information about the wildlife "Can you spot this...?" page The parks include: National Parks of the USA National Parks of the USA series National Parks of the USA: Activity Book and

Divided by region (East, Central, Rocky Mountains, West, Tropics, and Alaska), a pictographic map at the start of each section shows the locations of the parks to be covered. National Parks of the USA Postcards .

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A book to be treasured by children and adults alike,

Brimming with facts, activities, and beautiful illustrations, the

Also in the series:

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National Parks of the USA (National Parks of the USA, 1)

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Amazon.com: National Parks of the USA (National Parks of the USA, 1): 9781847809766: Siber, Kate, Turnham, Chris

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"I'd wear a special uniform, a hat, and a badge."

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Catherine Stier, a former Midwesterner, now lives deep in the heart of Southwest Texas on the edge of the beautiful Hill Country. Her children's books have received honors and awards from the Society of School Librarians International, the International Reading Association and the Bank Street College of Education.

Stier has served as a frequent contributor to Woman's Day Magazine and as a newspaper columnist. Her work has also appeared in Highlights for Children, My Friend and Child Life and several newspapers including the Chicago Sun-Times and the San Antonio Express-News.

Stier's lively and interactive Author's Visit programs have entertained, educated and inspired thousands of children. Visit Catherine Stier's website at www.catherinestier.com for more information, activities and free curriculum guides.

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If I Were a Park Ranger by Stier, Catherine

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"It's our favorite thing to do."

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The Hike: (Nature Book for Kids, Outdoors-Themed Picture Book for Preschoolers and Kindergarteners)

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"Over the pond we slide, splashing through lily pads, sweeping through reeds."

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Kate Messner is passionately curious and writes books that encourage kids to wonder, too. Her titles include award-winning picture books like Over and Under the Rainforest, Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt, The Next President, and How to Read a Story; novels that tackle real-world issues like Chirp, Breakout, All the Answers, and The Seventh Wish; high-interest nonfiction like Tracking Pythons and the History Smashers series; the Fergus and Zeke easy readers; and the popular Ranger in Time chapter books about a time-traveling search and rescue dog.

Kate's titles are frequently selected for One School, One Book and One School/One Author programs and other community-wide reads. Her books have been New York Times Notable, Junior Library Guild, IndieBound, and Bank Street College of Education Best Books selections. Her novel The Brilliant Fall of Gianna Z. won the E.B. White Read Aloud Medal, and her science picture books have been finalists for the American Academy for the Advancement of Sciences/Subaru SB&F prize for excellence in science writing. In 2020, Kate was honored with New York's Knickerbocker Award for creating a superior body of work supporting curriculum and educational goals.

Before becoming a full-time writer, Kate was a TV news reporter as well as a National Board Certified educator. She grew up in Medina, NY and graduated from Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. Kate spent seven years working as a television news producer and reporter in Syracuse, NY and Burlington, VT before going back to school to earn a master's degree in education for secondary-level English Language Arts. She taught middle school language arts for fifteen years before leaving the classroom to write full time but still spends much of her time in schools, working with kids as a visiting author.

Kate lives on Lake Champlain with her family and is trying to summit all 46 Adirondack High Peaks in between book deadlines. Learn more at her website: www.katemessner.com and follow her on Twitter @katemessner.

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Over and Under the Pond: (Environment and Ecology Books for Kids, Nature Books, Children's Oceanography Books, Animal Books for Kids)

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Amazon.com: Over and Under the Pond: (Environment and Ecology Books for Kids, Nature Books, Children's Oceanography Books, Animal Books for Kids): 9781452145426: Messner, Kate, Neal, Christopher Silas

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"Look up at the big, blue sky."

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Enjoy the wonders of nature in a book that's indestructible ! Look up at the BIG BLUE sky.Indestructibles is the trusted series for easing little ones into story time. Beloved by babies and their parents,
SPLISH in the water just like a fish.
Take a walk and STRETCH like tall, tall trees.
Indestructibles are built for the way babies "read" (i.e., with their hands and mouths) and are:

Rip Proof-made of ultra-durable tight-woven material

Waterproof-can be chewed on, drooled on, and washed!

Emergent Literacy Tool-bright pictures and few or no words encourage dialogic reading

Portable-lightweight books can go anywhere, perfect for the diaper bag and for travel

Safe for Baby-meets ASTM safety standards

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Indestructibles: Let's Go Outside : Chew Proof - Rip Proof - Nontoxic - 100% Washable (Book for Babies, Newborn Books, Safe to Chew)

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Indestructibles: Let's Go Outside : Chew Proof - Rip Proof - Nontoxic - 100% Washable (Book for Babies, Newborn Books, Safe to Chew) [Pixton, Amy, Trukhan, Ekaterina] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers.

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A Stick Is an Excellent Thing: Poems Celebrating Outdoor Play

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"Every summer morning I'm always the first one to go outside, to toss my ball, to lose it in the sun."

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Winner of the 2015 National Council of Teachers of English Award for Excellence in Poetry, Marilyn Singer is the author of more than 120 books for children and young adults, including realistic novels, fantasies, non-fiction, fairy tales, picture books, mysteries, and poetry collections. She likes writing many different kinds of books because it's challenging and it keeps her from getting bored.

Marilyn was born in the Bronx (New York City) on October 3, 1948 and lived most of her early life in N. Massapequa (Long Island), NY. She attended Queens College, City University of New York, and for her junior year, Reading University, England. She holds a B.A. in English from Queens and an M.A. in Communications from New York University.

In 1974, after teaching English in New York City high schools for several years, she began to write - initially film notes, catalogues, teacher's guides, and film strips. Then, one day, when she was sitting in the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, she penned a story featuring talking insect characters she'd made up when she was eight. Encouraged by the responses she got, she wrote more stories, and in 1976, her first book, The Dog Who Insisted He Wasn't, was published by E.P.Dutton & Co.

Marilyn currently lives in Brooklyn, NY and Washington, CT with her husband Steve; their standard poodle Bizzy, a cat named Benito, and two collared doves. Her interests include swing, ballroom and Latin dancing, dog training, reading, hiking, bird-watching, gardening, playing online word games, and going to the theatre.

Marilyn is the former host of the AOL Children's Writers Chat and co-hosts the Poetry Blast at various conferences. Visit her web site: www.marilynsinger.net.

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A Stick Is an Excellent Thing: Poems Celebrating Outdoor Play by Marilyn Singer (2013-08-01)

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A paean to play from an award-winning poet and a New York Times best-selling illustrator. The trappings of childhood change from generation to generation, but there are some timeless activities that every kid loves. Marilyn Singer and LeUyen Pham celebrate these universal types of play, from orga...

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"And this is me, yes I'm a triangle even if my parents are circles."

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Looking for a fun story to teach your kids about loving each other?

This exciting children's story book : Why I'm Different. explain with a simple way for little kids about being different and to accept the other.

If You Need a nice bedtime story this storybook is just perect for kids ages 2-6 years old.

This book provides children with relatable and diverse characters, promoting inclusivity and teaching them that every individual is unique and valued.

Interactive Learning: The book includes thought-provoking questions and activities that encourage kids to reflect on the story's message and engage in conversations with parents, caregivers, or educators about diversity and acceptance.

Easy-to-Understand Language: Written in simple and age-appropriate language, the book ensures that young children can easily grasp the concepts of living and respecting each other in the society, making it accessible to both early readers and young listeners.

Parent-Child Connection: Reading "Why I'm Different" together provides an opportunity for parents or caregivers to strengthen their bond with children and create a safe environment for discussing sensitive topics.

Timeless Life Lessons: Each tale is a vessel of valuable life lessons, from the importance of kindness and friendship to embracing differences and discovering the wonders of the world.

Is Perfect for helping kids learn and to be creative.

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Why I'm Different: Diversity Book For toddlers About A triangle In A World Of Circles About Acceptance and Equality

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"Our world is made up of all kinds of people."

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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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"A wolf resolved to disguise himself in order that he might prey upon a flock of sheep without fear of detection, so he clothed himself in a sheepskin and slipped among the sheep when they were out at the pasture."

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Revive your childhood wonder and fascination with the most exquisitely illustrated edition of Aesop's Fables -featuring breathtaking original artwork by #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Charles Santore!

Captivating the hearts and minds of kids and adults for generations, Aesop, a former Greek slave, developed simple and meaningful adventures featuring animals or insects to teach a moral standard or lesson for living. The most well known and well loved of Aesop's fables are included here:

This Board Book Edition:

Is great for children ages 4 - 8

Perfect for family read-alouds or story at bedtime

Has rounded corners perfect for little hands

Lavish illustrations by renowned, New York Times #1 Bestselling artist Charles Santore, the critically-acclaimed illustrator of multiple classic tales, including The Velveteen Rabbit , and The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit , and The Night Before Christmas

Makes a great holiday, Advent, or Christmas gift

Charles Santore's works has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children's stories, including The Little Mermaid , Alice's Adventures in Wonderland , Snow White , and The Wizard of Oz .

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Aesop's Fables Board Book: The Classic Edition

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Aesop's Fables Board Book: The Classic Edition by Aesop

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"We are all different, as different as can be. Take a quick look - it's easy to see."

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This clever picture book introduces the concept of animal characteristics by highlighting how there can be both differences and similarities within a group. For example, the zebra gallops, the bumblebee flies, the lemur leaps and the tiger prowls --- "But look closer now ... We all have STRIPES!" And so it goes. Again and again, readers will be surprised to find that a group of four seemingly different animals all have one trait in common --- whiskers, horns, shells and the like --- for a total of thirteen traits in all. Observant children will notice that one of the animals from each group also appears on the following spread with three new animals that have a different characteristic in common. Finally, all forty of the featured animals are shown together, and readers are asked to search for those with specific characteristics not already covered in the book --- for example, those with spots, those who live in the ocean or those with six or more legs. Author Heather Tekavec has discovered a fun and interactive approach to helping young children begin to explore the ways animals are classified. Pippa Curnick's playful and engaging illustrations of the animals in their habitats are all scientifically accurate, keeping the experience both enjoyable and informative. The searching activity also works to enhance visual literacy. With a detailed glossary included, this is an ideal book for introducing early lessons on the characteristics of living things and for starting discussions on the ways all creatures are like and unlike one another.

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This clever picture book introduces the concept of animal characteristics by highlighting how there can be both differences and similarities within a group. For example, the zebra gallops, the bumblebee flies, the lemur leaps and the tiger prowls --- "But look closer now ... We all have STRIPES!"...

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This book can teach students real-life facts about dogs. (Nonfiction)

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"Paws up if you love everything about dogs, from their irrepressible cheeriness to their slobbery tongues." --Booklist Everything Dogs explores the world of these extraordinary animals! Kids will learn all about the characteristics that define dogs, their daily lives, the different breeds, and much, much more! Packed with fun facts and amazing photographs, features "Expert's Corners" that provide exciting, real-life experiences with dogs from a National Geographic explorer, and cool and interactive activities, kids will get an in-depth look at these curious, furry, and lovable creatures.Releases simultaneously in Reinforced Library Binding: ISBN 978-1-4263-1025-6, $25.90 / $29.00 Can

Dogs are man's best friend! They are intelligent, inquisitive, compassionate, and funny! Their friendliness combined with their ability to connect to humans make dogs one of the most loved animals in the world.

National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.
Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

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National Geographic Kids Everything Dogs: All the Canine Facts, Photos, and Fun You Can Get Your Paws On!

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National Geographic Kids Everything Dogs: All the Canine Facts, Photos, and Fun You Can Get Your Paws On!

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This is a fun, classic story that can help students learn to use their imagination. (Fairy Tale)

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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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Three Little Pigs (My First Fairy Tales)

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Three little pigs set off to build themselves new homes. But someone big and bad soon comes looking for a tasty piggy snack. Can the pigs outwit the wicked wolf?

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This story is great for teaching students to use their imagination and they could find figurative language throughout the book. (Fairy Tale)

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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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Goldilocks and The Three Bears (My First Fairy Tales)

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When Goldilocks sneaks into the three bears' cottage, it seems there's no one home. So she helps herself to their porridge; she sits in their chairs; and she lies down in their beds. But then the bears return home from their walk! Will they catch that naughty little girl?

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This story is great for teaching students to use their imagination and think about things that would not really happen. (Fairy Tale)

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Mark Chambers is an author and illustrator of children's picture books and young fiction. He studied Illustration at University and since graduating has been represented by the London and New York Illustration agency, Bright Group International.

In 2017 Mark was shortlisted for the AOI World Illustration Awards with his piece 'We Will Remember' and in 2013, The Roald Dahl Funny Prize. In the same year he went on to win the Sheffield Children's Picture Book Award and was also highly commended in the young fiction category.

Mark currently lives and works in Lincolnshire.

Clients include : Hodder Childrens, Macmillan, Templar, Random House, Bloomsbury, Simon & Schuster, Little Tiger Press, Amazon, Marks & Spencer and London Zoo.

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Jack and the Beanstalk (My First Fairy Tales)

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Jack and his mother are poor. So she tells him to sell the family cow, and he does-for five magic beans. Angry, Jack's mother throws the beans away, and they grow into a huge stalk. Jack climbs the stalk and discovers a terrible giant! How will Jack ever escape?

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"He had one bad fault: He was a pig about candy." (Fantasy)

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In this zany twist on the legend of King Midas and his golden touch, a boy acquires a magical gift that turns everything his lips touch into chocolate! Kids will eat this up for summer reading or anytime!

Can you ever have too much of your favorite food? John Midas is about to find out....

The Chocolate Touch has remained a favorite for millions of kids, teachers, and parents for several generations. It's an enjoyable story that pulls in even reluctant readers.

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Amazon.com: The Chocolate Touch: 9780688161330: Patrick Skene Catling, Margot Apple

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"I see a green frog looking at me."

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Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?. by Bill Martin, JR.

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Exuberantly coloured artwork and favourite animals make this rhythmic story the perfect introduction to looking and learning about colours. Each spread leads seamlessly into the next and young children will delight in Eric's colourful collage animals and simple repetitive language.

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"And two little kittens And a pair of mittens"

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A little rabbit is lulled to sleep surrounded by all that he knows and loves best in the great green room of his house.

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"One day in class, Duncan went to take out his crayons and found a stack of letters with his name on them."

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The hilarious, colorful #1 New York Times bestselling phenomenon that every kid wants! Gift a copy to someone you love today.by Jon Sciezka and Lane Smith.
The Day the Crayons Quit
Poor Duncan just wants to color. But when he opens his box of crayons, he finds only letters, all saying the same thing: His crayons have had enough! They quit! Blue crayon needs a break from coloring all those bodies of water. Black crayon wants to be used for more than just outlining. And Orange and Yellow are no longer speaking-each believes he is the true color of the sun. What can Duncan possibly do to appease all of the crayons and get them back to doing what they do best?

With giggle-inducing text from Drew Daywalt and bold and bright illustrations from Oliver Jeffers, is the perfect gift for new parents, baby showers, back-to-school, or any time of year! Perfect for fans of Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems and The True Story of the Three Little Pigs Praise for The Day the Crayons Quit: Amazon's 2013 Best Picture Book of the Year A Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2013

Goodreads' 2013 Best Picture Book of the Year Winner of the E.B. White Read-Aloud Award Click, Clack, Moo ; we've got a new contender for the most successful picture-book strike." - BCCB , starred review Booklist The Wall Street Journal Library Media Connection School Library Journal , starred review Publishers Weekly , starred review San Francisco Chronicle

"Jeffers . . . elevates crayon drawing to remarkable heights." -

"This book will have children asking to have it read again and again." -

* "This colorful title should make for an uproarious storytime." -

* "These memorable personalities will leave readers glancing apprehensively at their own crayon boxes." -

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Amazon.com: The Day the Crayons Quit: 8601300036731: Daywalt, Drew, Jeffers, Oliver

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"Mrs. Raccoon took Chester by the hand and nuzzled him on the ear."

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I started my first career as a ballerina dancing with the National Ballet, New York City Ballet, Stuttgart Ballet, and the Danny Diamond Dance Theatre. I also served as alignist and choreographer for the U.S Figure Skating Team in preparation for the Pan American Games (1973), and for the 1976 Olympic Gymnastics team. In 1980 I became too ill with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA) to continue dancing. Because I had done a lot of children's theatre and children's dance, and I have always enjoyed children's literature, I turned to writing children's books for my creative outlet.

But my writing career actually began much earlier than 1980. When I was a young girl, I had two older brothers who took great joy in teasing me.

When I was in the fourth grade, I began keeping journals of the silly things they would say and do. Then I began adding things my pets did. Finally, I began to write down everything I saw and heard every day.

When I was in my early twenties, my mother found my journals and I turned the stories into my first book called, Happy Apple Told Me. But, I learned a very hard lesson writing that first book. I learned that you don't just write a book; you rewrite, and rewrite, and rewrite, and rewrite a book. Thirty years later, I am still learning.

My passionate advocacy for children continually molds my writing style and subject matter. I have taken my one-woman educational program, The Writing Penn, into schools, libraries, and children's hospitals, where I shape and refine my story ideas in partnership with kids.

My favorite part about being a children's author is meeting my readers when I speak at a school or at a store. I get so many wonderful ideas from you, and you, and you. So, thank you for your inspired ideas, and letters, and emails. Now, it's your turn to keep a journal.

I live with my husband, my youngest daughter (who inspired The Kissing Hand), and two dogs in Olney, Maryland. We have three children and one foster child.

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The Kissing Hand (The Kissing Hand Series)

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School is starting in the forest, but Chester Raccoon does not want to go. To help ease Chester's fears, Mrs. Raccoon shares a family secret called the Kissing Hand to give him the reassurance of her love any time his world feels a little scary. Since its first publication in 1993, this heartwarm...

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"One twig was small enough for Stellaluna's tiny feet. Wrapping her wings around her, she clutched the thin branch, trembling with cold and fear."

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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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Amazon.com: Stellaluna 25th Anniversary Edition: 9780544874350: Cannon, Janell

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"Ralph was the only mouse in the Mountain View Inn, a run-down hotel in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, who owned a motorcycle."

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Newbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary ramps up the humor and adventure in the second book in the Ralph S. Mouse trilogy.

With a motorcycle to rev and the open road to see, Ralph S. Mouse is itching to run away from his overprotective family! But once he escapes to a summer campground nearby, the horrors of the wild make him doubt his plan. Angry cats, scary watchdogs, and grouchy gophers are only the half of it...

But then he befriends Garf, a sad and friendless boy at the camp. Though he wants desperately to be back home with his relatives, Ralph realizes that he may need to help Garf before he can help himself.

Runaway Ralph is perfect for independent reading or for shared reading at home or in a classroom. This fun story is the second of a trilogy, along with The Mouse and the Motorcycle and Ralph S. Mouse , all inspired by the author's hope to create appealing books for boys and girls-and by the sight of her son playing with toy cars.

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Amazon.com: Runaway Ralph (Ralph Mouse Book 2) eBook : Cleary, Beverly, Tracy Dockray+

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"Matt opened the window wide. 'Mice? Oh no, ma'am. The management wouldn't stand for mice.'"

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In this imaginative adventure from Newbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary, a young mouse named Ralph is thrown into a world of excitement when a boy and his shiny toy motorcycle check in to the Mountain View Inn.

When the ever-curious Ralph spots Keith's red toy motorcycle, he vows to ride it. So when Keith leaves the bike unattended in his room one day, Ralph makes his move. But with all this freedom (and speed!) come a lot of obstacles. Whether dodging a rowdy terrier or keeping his nosy cousins away from his new wheels, Ralph has a lot going on! And with a pal like Keith always looking out for him, there's nothing this little mouse can't handle.

This timeless classic now features a foreword written by New York Times bestselling author Kate DiCamillo, as well as an exclusive interview with Beverly Cleary herself.

The Mouse and the Motorcycle is perfect for independent reading or for shared reading at home or in a classroom. This fun story is the first of a trilogy, along with Runaway Ralph and Ralph S. Mouse , all inspired by the author's hope to create appealing books for boys and girls-and by the sight of her son playing with toy cars.

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"The truth of the matter was, the baby looked very much like a mouse in every way."

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E.B. White, the author of twenty books of prose and poetry, was awarded the 1970 Laura Ingalls Wilder Medal for his children's books, Stuart Little and Charlotte's Web. This award is now given every three years "to an author or illustrator whose books, published in the United States, have, over a period of years, make a substantial and lasting contribution to literature for children." The year 1970 also marked the publication of Mr. White's third book for children, The Trumpet of the Swan, honored by The International Board on Books for Young People as an outstanding example of literature with international importance. In 1973, it received the Sequoyah Award (Oklahoma) and the William Allen White Award (Kansas), voted by the school children of those states as their "favorite book" of the year.

Born in Mount Vernon, New York, Mr. White attended public schools there. He was graduated from Cornell University in 1921, worked in New York for a year, then traveled about. After five or six years of trying many sorts of jobs, he joined the staff of The New Yorker magazine, then in its infancy. The connection proved a happy one and resulted in a steady output of satirical sketches, poems, essays, and editorials. His essays have also appeared in Harper's Magazine, and his books include One Man's Meat, The Second Tree from the Corner, Letters of E.B. White, The Essays of E.B. White and Poems and Sketches of E.B. White. In 1938 Mr. White moved to the country. On his farm in Maine he kept animals, and some of these creatures got into his stories and books. Mr. White said he found writing difficult and bad for one's disposition, but he kept at it. He began Stuart Little in the hope of amusing a six-year-old niece of his, but before he finished it, she had grown up.

For his total contribution to American letters, Mr. White was awarded the 1971 National Medal for Literature. In 1963, President John F. Kennedy named Mr. White as one of thirty-one Americans to receive the Presidential Medal for Freedom. Mr. White also received the National Institute of Arts and Letters' Gold Medal for Essays and Criticism, and in 1973 the members of the Institute elected him to the American Academy of Arts and Letters, a society of fifty members. He also received honorary degrees from seven colleges and universities. Mr. White died on October 1, 1985.

Photo by White Literary LLC [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons.

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"'Where's Papa going with that ax?' said Fern to her mother as they were setting the table for breakfast."

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E. B. White (Author), Garth Williams (Illustrator)

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Charlotte’s Web: A Newbery Honor Award Winner (Trophy Newbery)

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Amazon.com: Charlotte’s Web: A Newbery Honor Award Winner (Trophy Newbery): 9780064400558: E. B. White, Garth Williams

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"This story is about something that happened to them when they were sent away from London during the war because of the air-raids." (Fantasy)

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Don't miss one of America's top 100 most-loved novels, selected by PBS's The Great American Read.

A beautiful paperback edition of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe , book two in the classic fantasy series The Chronicles of Narnia . This edition features cover art by three-time Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator David Wiesner and interior black-and-white illustrations by the series' original illustrator, Pauline Baynes.

Four adventurous siblings-Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy Pevensie-step through a wardrobe door and into the land of Narnia, a land frozen in eternal winter and enslaved by the power of the White Witch. But when almost all hope is lost, the return of the Great Lion, Aslan, signals a great change . . . and a great sacrifice.

Open the door and enter a new world! The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is the second book in C. S. Lewis's classic fantasy series, which has been captivating readers of all ages with a magical land and unforgettable characters for over sixty years.

This is a stand-alone read, but if you would like to discover more about Narnia, pick up The Horse and His Boy , the third book in The Chronicles of Narnia .

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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (The Chronicles of Narnia) [Lewis, C. S., Baynes, Pauline] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (The Chronicles of Narnia)

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"If you give a dog a donut, he'll ask for some apple juice to go with it."

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Laura Joffe Numeroff is the acclaimed #1 New York Times best-selling children's author of "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie" and the subsequent If You Give... series. First printed in 1985, "Mouse" is now beyond its 60th printing. The fourth book in the series, "If You Take a Mouse to the Movies" was on the New York Times Children's Best Seller list for five months- nine weeks at number one.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, Laura grew up as the youngest of three girls, surrounded by art, music, and books. She attended Pratt Institute and graduated with a degree in communications and a contract for her first children's book, "Amy for Short," published in 1975 by Macmillan.

In 2000, If You Give a Pig a Pancake" was featured on the Oprah show three times, and was recommended by Oprah's first kids' book club, as well as being noted as Oprah's favorite children's book of the year on her Christmas show. "Pig" was also on Publishers Weekly Bestseller List for over a year. In addition, the series has sold over 4.5 million copies, been printed in fourteen languages, and won the prestigious Quill Award in the picture book category.

An avid animal lover, Laura, with co-creator Sean Hanrahan, released "Raising a Hero," about a puppy learning to become a service dog and help children with disabilities and special needs. A portion of all sales supports Canine Companions for Independence, a non-profit providing skilled service dogs to children, adults and veterans with disabilities, free of charge.

President George W. Bush, First Lady Laura Bush and Hillary Clinton have all read Numeroff's books to children. First Lady Michelle Obama, with her mother and two daughters Malia and Sasha, read Laura's "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie" at the 2010 Easter Egg Roll on the White House Lawn. Laura was one of ten children's authors invited to a literacy day in Washington during the Bush administration in 2001. Laura has also visited over 100 elementary schools and has been a speaker at teacher conferences around the country.

In addition to her work with service dogs and kids with disabilities, Laura donates a portion of her book royalties to First Book, a non-profit organization that provides brand new books to children who otherwise would not have access to them. She donated all royalties from "The Hope Tree - Kids Talk About Cancer," to the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

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Amazon.com: If You Give a Dog a Donut: 9780060266837: Numeroff, Laura, Bond, Felicia

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"At first, he couldn't believe his ears. Cows that type? Impossible!"

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The quirky, hilarious farmyard tale that started it all from New York Times bestselling duo of Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin! Now the inspiration for a new Christmas special, CLICK, CLACK, MOO: Christmas on the Farm . Farmer Brown MOO. MOO. MOO.
has a problem.
His cows like to type.
All day long he hears
Click, clack,
Click, clack,
Clickety, clack,
But Farmer Brown's problems REALLY begin when his cows start leaving him notes....
Doreen Cronin's understated text and Betsy Lewin's expressive illustrations make the most of this hilarious situation. Come join the fun as a bunch of literate cows turn Farmer Brown's farm upside down.

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Click, Clack, Moo Cows That Type by Doreen Cronin

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"That means my favorite place to slouch is on the couch."

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Jory John is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and two-time E.B. White Read-Aloud Honor recipient.

Jory's work includes the #1 New York Times bestselling picture book, "The Good Egg," and the #2 New York Times bestselling picture book, "The Bad Seed." He is also the author of the popular picture books, "Penguin Problems" and "Giraffe Problems," the award-winning Goodnight Already! series, the New York Times bestselling Terrible Two series, the recent picture books "Quit Calling Me a Monster!" and "Can Somebody Please Scratch My Back?" and the international bestseller "All my friends are dead," among many other books for both children and adults. Jory's forthcoming picture books, in 2019, include "That's What Dinosaurs Do!", illustrated by his frequent collaborator, Pete Oswald.

Jory's books have won numerous state book awards, most recently the North Carolina Children's Book Award, the Florida Sunshine State Reading Award, the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award of Vermont, the Louisiana Young Readers Choice Award, the Volunteer State Book Award of Tennessee, the North Dakota Library Association Flicker Tale Award, the South Carolina Children's Book Award, the Oregon Spirit Book Award Honor Prize, and his work was shortlisted for the Texas Bluebonnet Award. His books were also twice-nominated for the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal in England.

In addition to the books mentioned here, Jory has written for the New York Times, the Guardian, the San Francisco Chronicle, the Believer, McSweeney's Internet Tendency, and BuzzFeed, among many other publications. His work has also been featured in The Best American Nonrequired Reading, The Best of McSweeney's Internet Tendency, Reader's Digest, and more.

For more than six years, Jory worked as the programs director at 826 Valencia, a nonprofit writing and educational center in San Francisco's Mission District, founded by Dave Eggers. In that time, he conceptualized and edited, "Thanks and Have Fun Running the Country: Kids' Letters to President Obama," which was featured on "This American Life."

Find Jory at www.joryjohn.com or on Twitter @IamJoryJohn

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The Couch Potato (The Food Group) [John, Jory, Oswald, Pete] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Couch Potato (The Food Group)

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"I'm a grape. A sour grape." Grrrrrrr!"

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Jory John is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and two-time E.B. White Read-Aloud Honor recipient.

Jory's work includes the #1 New York Times bestselling picture book, "The Good Egg," and the #2 New York Times bestselling picture book, "The Bad Seed." He is also the author of the popular picture books, "Penguin Problems" and "Giraffe Problems," the award-winning Goodnight Already! series, the New York Times bestselling Terrible Two series, the recent picture books "Quit Calling Me a Monster!" and "Can Somebody Please Scratch My Back?" and the international bestseller "All my friends are dead," among many other books for both children and adults. Jory's forthcoming picture books, in 2019, include "That's What Dinosaurs Do!", illustrated by his frequent collaborator, Pete Oswald.

Jory's books have won numerous state book awards, most recently the North Carolina Children's Book Award, the Florida Sunshine State Reading Award, the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award of Vermont, the Louisiana Young Readers Choice Award, the Volunteer State Book Award of Tennessee, the North Dakota Library Association Flicker Tale Award, the South Carolina Children's Book Award, the Oregon Spirit Book Award Honor Prize, and his work was shortlisted for the Texas Bluebonnet Award. His books were also twice-nominated for the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal in England.

In addition to the books mentioned here, Jory has written for the New York Times, the Guardian, the San Francisco Chronicle, the Believer, McSweeney's Internet Tendency, and BuzzFeed, among many other publications. His work has also been featured in The Best American Nonrequired Reading, The Best of McSweeney's Internet Tendency, Reader's Digest, and more.

For more than six years, Jory worked as the programs director at 826 Valencia, a nonprofit writing and educational center in San Francisco's Mission District, founded by Dave Eggers. In that time, he conceptualized and edited, "Thanks and Have Fun Running the Country: Kids' Letters to President Obama," which was featured on "This American Life."

Find Jory at www.joryjohn.com or on Twitter @IamJoryJohn

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The Sour Grape (The Food Group) [John, Jory, Oswald, Pete] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Sour Grape (The Food Group)

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"Everybody knows monsters love chicken nuggets, but Frank loves them more than most."

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Inspired by the classic folktale "One Grain of Rice," One Chicken Nugget is a monstrously funny new picture book-with a mathematical twist!-from the author-illustrator of Little Penguin Gets the Hiccups.

Everybody knows monsters love chicken nuggets, but Frank loved them more than most.

This is a problem if you happen to sell chicken nuggets, and Celeste sells the finest nuggets around. But Frank scares her other customers away, so she's forced to cook up an eating contest of monstrous proportions to get rid of him. If Frank wins, Celeste will make him free chicken nuggets for life. But if he loses, he must leave and never return.

It starts with Frank eating a single chicken nugget.

Then two. Then double that, then double it again . . .

Just how quickly does this doubling add up?

And how many chicken nuggets can Frank really eat?

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"Where some people see rubbish, Rosie Revere sees inspiration."

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www.AndreaBeaty.com

New York Times Bestselling Author

Videos, teacher guides, resources, activities and more are available at AndreaBeaty.com

Go to Questioneers.com for downloadable posters, activities and other goodies!

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The characters in Andrea's humorous picture books and novels are smart, funny, and unapologetic in their passion. They are doers. Curiosity, creativity, innovation and persistence are recurring themes in her work.

From architecture-obsessed IGGY PECK, ARCHITECT to the inventive ROSIE REVERE, ENGINEER to the irrepressible magician in training, Robbie Darko (DORKO THE MAGNIFICENT). And then there is the fiercely funny Ted (DOCTOR TED, FIREFIGHTER TED, ARTIST TED) who can't be stopped when he puts his mind to something.

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Rosie Revere, Engineer - Kindle edition by Beaty, Andrea, Roberts, David. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Rosie Revere, Engineer.

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"'You've got to use your imagination,' Mama encouraged us. That's what adults always say when something looks really awful but they want you to say something nice anyway."

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (Author), Raymond Obstfeld (Author), Ben Boos (Illustrator), A.G. Ford (Illustrator) & 1 more

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What Color Is My World?: The Lost History of African-American Inventors

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Amazon.com: What Color Is My World?: The Lost History of African-American Inventors: 9780763645649: Abdul-Jabbar, Kareem, Obstfeld, Raymond, Boos, Ben, Ford, A.G.

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"The trouble with having a tiny elephant for a pet is that you never quite fit in."

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Taeeun Yoo is New York based author and illustrator for children's book.

Her first picture book, The Little Red Fish, (Dial Books / Penguin, 2007), was awarded the Society of Illustrators' 2007 Founders Award. She's also illustrated the reissue of Madeleine L'Engle's renowned series, The Time Quintet and The Austin Chronicles (Square Fish / Macmillan, 2007, 2008), The Umbrella Queen by Shirin Yim Bridges (Greenwillow / HarperCollins, 2008), Only a Witch Can Fly by Alison McGhee (Feiwel & Friends / Macmillan, 2009) and So Many Days, also by Alison McGhee (Atheneum / Simon & Schuster, 2010)

Taeeun lives in Brooklyn and enjoys walking on the streets, listening to street musicians, and drawing on location.

Please visit website and blog to find more about her.

www.taeeunyoo.com

www.taeeunyoo.blogspot.com

http://www.etsy.com/shop/yoote

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Strictly No Elephants [Lisa Mantchev, Taeeun Yoo] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Strictly No Elephants

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This book can teach students about a famous singer of this time!

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Wendy Loggia is the author of many books for kids, tweens, and teens, including the holiday romance ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS, and her books have been published in multiple languages. Her newest book is TAYLOR SWIFT: a Little Golden Book. Follow her on Instagram at @authorwendyloggia and @wendyloggia on Twitter.

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Taylor Swift: A Little Golden Book Biography

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Taylor Swift: A Little Golden Book Biography - Kindle edition by Loggia, Wendy, Chavarri, Elisa. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Taylor Swift: A Little Golden Book Biography.

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This book has potential to teach students about Ben Franklin's inventions and it can help them to learn about inventions in that time period.

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Gene Barretta is an award winning author and illustrator of children's books.

Among his honors are an NAACP Image Award nomination, winner of the Carolyn W. Field Award and the Bank Street Cook Prize Honor.

His books include, "Starring Steven Spielberg: The Making of a Young Filmmaker," "The Secret Garden of George Washington Carver," "Now & Ben: The Modern Inventions of Benjamin Franklin," "The Bat Can Bat: A Book of True Homonyms," "Lincoln and Kennedy: A Pair to Compare," "Neo Leo: The Ageless Ideas of Leonardo Da Vinci," "Muhammad Ali: A Champion is Born," "Dear Deer: A Book of Homophones," and "Timeless Thomas: How Thomas Edison Changed Our Lives."

Gene has contributed illustration and animation to Sesame Street and Between the Lions. He has also designed characters for The Jim Henson Company.

He lives in Bryn Mawr, PA.

For more information on Gene and his work, please visit:

www.genebarretta.com

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Now & Ben: The Modern Inventions of Benjamin Franklin

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Amazon.com: Now & Ben: The Modern Inventions of Benjamin Franklin: 9780312535698: Barretta, Gene, Barretta, Gene

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"For some challenges are fought side by side."

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As a new day dawns, a young girl faces the ultimate challenge: school! Follow along as she demonstrates her greatest superpower (sharing), overcomes her worst fear (the playground),and conquers her archenemy (the spelling test).With courage, kindness, and other heroic traits of DC Comics' Wonder Woman, she'll turn a difficult school day into an AMAZING ADVENTURE! Along with Omar Lozano's bright, bold illustrations, bestselling author Michael Dahl (Bedtime for Batman and Good Morning, Superman) delivers an imaginative read-aloud for your littlest super heroes.

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Be A Star, Wonder Woman! (DC Super Heroes)

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As a new day dawns, a young girl faces the ultimate challenge: school! Follow along as she demonstrates her greatest superpower (sharing), overcomes her worst fear (the playground),and conquers her archenemy (the spelling test).With courage, kindness, and other heroic traits of DC Comics' Wonder ...

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"A man named Albert Einstein turned pictures in his mind into giant advances in science, changing the world with energy and light."

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I have always been a huge fan of the the American School painters of the 1920s and '30s and I was particularly inspired by Thomas Hart Benton and Grant Wood. I am also drawn to the Works Progress Administration (WPA) muralists. Many of these artists were from the Midwest, like me, and I felt a connection to them. They were storytellers.

That's what I like to do - tell stories. When I plan out the illustrations for a book, I pretend I'm making a movie. The words are like a screenplay and I'm choosing which scenes to bring to life.

Before THE LITTLE ENGINE THAT COULD I never viewed myself as someone who would paint trains with eyeballs and cute little purple elephants. I began realizing who my audience is: little children who would actually be holding one of my books. I thought hard about the books I loved from my own childhood. THE LITTLE ENGINE THAT COULD was always one of my favorites, as was THE POKY LITTLE PUPPY, THE STORY OF FERDINAND and Virginia Lee Burton's books. I began thinking about creating books that, like these, might someday become a child's favorite. This is where the idea for OTIS started.

I approach both writing and illustrating enthusiastically. If I'm going to illustrate a manuscript that someone else has written, it's got to be something that I love. I have to love a story enough to do it and make it mine. I hope that doesn't sound overly egotistical. But I feel that the book becomes as much mine as the author's, and as much the author's as mine.

For about a dozen years after getting out of school, I did illustrations for greeting cards, theater posters and magazines. But you never meet your audience when you do a picture for a magazine and it's not really the product - you're just decorating the product. In book publishing, on the other hand, the book is the product. After illustrating my first book, I knew I loved children's publishing right away. I discovered that people cared - teachers, librarians, booksellers and kids. And I got to meet my audience.

This is what I want to do for the rest of my life.

I'm honored that several books that I've illustrated have received awards. Angela Johnson's I DREAM OF TRAINS won the Society of Childrens' Book Writers and Illustrators' Golden Kite Award for picture book illustration. TOY BOAT by Randall DeSeve was awarded the 2007 Publisher's Weekly Cuffie Award for Favorite Picture Book of the Year and the 2008 Great Lakes Book Award for Children's Picture Book. Walt Whitman's WHEN I HEARD THE LEARN'D ASTRONOMER was a Golden Kite Honor Book and also won the 2004 Parents' Choice Gold Award. I've also received two gold medals from the Society of Illustrators.

I live in Cincinnati with my wife and two boys, and two Weimaraners. If you'd like to learn more about my books, you can visit me at www.lorenlong.com.

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Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to My Daughters

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Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to My Daughters by Barack Obama

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"The girl bopped to the beat as they walked on."

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Frustrated by a day full of teachers and classmates mispronouncing her beautiful name, a little girl tells her mother she never wants to come back to school. In response, the girl's mother teaches her about the musicality of African, Asian, Black-American, Latinx, and Middle Eastern names on their lyrical walk home through the city. Empowered by this newfound understanding, the young girl is ready to return the next day to share her knowledge with her class. Your Name is a Song is a celebration to remind all of us about the beauty, history, and magic behind names.

Your Name is a Song includes back matter perfect for parents, educators, caregivers, and young readers who want to learn more about the names featured in the story. The "Glossary of Names" lists each name's meaning, origin, and pronunciation. Additionally, readers can use a listed link to access an online video of the author pronouncing all the names in the book.

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Your Name Is a Song [Thompkins-Bigelow, Jamilah, Uribe, Luisa] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Your Name Is a Song

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"Now his dog, Champion Amigo's Seventh Wave (also known as Splash), is the most famous canine on Capitol Hill."

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Amazon.com: My Senator and Me (Audible Audio Edition): Senator Edward M. Kennedy, David deVries, Weston Woods Studios

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"From an early age, Elizabeth knew that women were not given rights equal to men."

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Tanya Lee Stone is an award-winning author of books for kids and teens. Stone went to performing arts high school in New Haven, CT and went on to major in English at Oberlin College (and study Voice at Oberlin Conservatory). After graduation she moved to New York and became an editor. Stone was an editor for more than a dozen years and has a Masters Degree in Science Education. She teaches Writing for Children at Champlain College.

After moving to Vermont, Stone became a full-time writer and has published more than 100 books for young readers. She writes picture books, nonfiction, and Young Adult fiction. Her newest nonfiction books have garnered major awards. Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream (Candlewick 09), received a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor, Jane Addams Honor, YALSA Nonfiction Finalist, Orbis Pictus Honor, and was awarded ALA's Sibert Medal for the best nonfiction book for young readers of 2010. The Good the Bad, and the Barbie won SCBWI's Golden Kite Award for the best nonfiction book of the year for 2011. Courage Has No Color won the prestigious NAACP Image Award.

Her Young Adult novel, A Bad Boy Can Be Good for a Girl (Wendy Lamb/Random House) was #6 on the Top 10 Banned Books list, and won an IRA Young Adult Choice, an ALA Quick Picks, an NYPL Book for the Teen Age, and SLJ Book of the Month. Her nonfiction picture books have also received many starred reviews as well as state and national awards. Titles include Elizabeth Leads the Way, Sandy's Circus: A Story About Alexander Calder, Who Says Women Can't Be Doctors?, The House That Jane Built, Who Says Women Can't Be Computer Programmers? and Do Not Collect $200.

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Elizabeth Leads the Way: Elizabeth Cady Stanton and the Right to Vote

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Elizabeth Leads the Way: Elizabeth Cady Stanton and the Right to Vote

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I Could Do That!: Esther Morris Gets Women the Vote

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"But one thing Esther and other women could not do was vote. Only men could do that."

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With lively text and humorous illustrations as full of spirit as Esther herself, this striking picture book biography shows how one girl's gumption propels her through a life filled with challenges until, in 1869, she wins the vote for women in Wyoming Territory - the first time ever in the United States!

is a 2006 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.

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I Could Do That!: Esther Morris Gets Women the Vote (Melanie Kroupa Books)

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Amazon.com: I Could Do That!: Esther Morris Gets Women the Vote (Melanie Kroupa Books): 9780374335274: White, Linda Arms, Carpenter, Nancy

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Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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"Every time Martin read the words, he felt bad"

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Doreen Rappaport is known for her ground-breaking approach to multicultural history and stories for young readers. In her many award-winning books, she brings attention to not-yet-celebrated Americans, along with well-known figures.

A former teacher of music and reading, Doreen knows how to capture children's attention. Her dynamic formats engage even the most reluctant readers.

Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is an Orbis Pictus Honor Book, Coretta Scott King Honor Book, Caldecott Honor Book for Illustration, ALA Notable Book, and is on the Blue Ribbon list of the Bulletin Center for Children's Books.

We Are The Many: A Picture Book of American Indians, introduces the accomplishments of sixteen distinguished American Indians.

Her classic Escape From Slavery presents the history of the Underground Railroad through adventure stories.

The Boston Coffee Party introduces children to a neglected event in history books and shows the active roles played by women during the Revolutionary War.

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Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (Caldecott Honor Book) (A Big Words Book, 1)

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Amazon.com: Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (Caldecott Honor Book) (A Big Words Book, 1): 9781423106357: Rappaport, Doreen, Collier, Bryan

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"But when it was new, it gave us rights and privileges that nobody had ever had before."

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Brush up on the Preamble to the Constitution with this patriotic picture book-and have a couple of good laughs while you're at it!

A long time ago some smart guys wrote the Preamble to the Constitution. You have probably read it before, but do you know what it means? And did it ever make you laugh? Now it will! Perfect for inspiring discussion in classrooms and around kitchen tables, this fun-filled and cheerfully illustrated look at the Preamble provides an accessible introduction to America's founding ideals for citizens of all Includes a glossary of terms and a foreword by the artist. Publishers Weekly
"This zany, patriotic paean offers kids lighthearted but meaningful incentive to reflect further on the relevance of those 'big words' and 'big ideas.'"-

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We the Kids: The Preamble to the Constitution of the United States

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We the Kids: The Preamble to the Constitution of the United States [Catrow, David, Catrow, David] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. We the Kids: The Preamble to the Constitution of the United States

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"It was about time, he thought, for them to act and feel united."

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Jean Fritz (Author), Tomie dePaola (Illustrator)

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Shh! We’re Writing the Constitution by Jean Fritz

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This book has the potential to teach students about the president and what is important to know!

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BESTSELLING CLASSIC SERIES! More than 5 million Arthur Adventure books sold!Follow Arthur on the adventure of a lifetime, during a trip to Washington, D.C. to meet the President of the United States! When Arthur is invited to meet the President after winning an essay contest, he can't wait explore the nation's capitol with his family and friends. There's just one problem: he's got stage fright! Will he be able to overcome his fear and deliver the perfect speech in front of everyone?

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Arthur Meets the President: An Arthur Adventure (Arthur Adventures)

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Amazon.com: Arthur Meets the President: An Arthur Adventure (Arthur Adventures): 9780316112918: Brown, Marc

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This book would be great to teach students about the white house and other aspects of Washington D.C.

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Cheryl Barnes is one of those rare people you meet who is doing it all, and in Cheryl's case, with style and grace.

By all outward appearances, her various pursuits are going well. She is an award-winning writer/illustrator/publisher of dozens of books, co-founder of a successful publishing company, an accomplished and well-regarded public speaker, the former executive director of the Wheelchair Foundation, which has shipped hundreds of thousands of wheelchairs to handicapped people around the world.

She is also happily married to Peter Barnes (author of the books Cheryl illustrates and the Fox Business News-Washington, D.C., senior correspondent) with two daughters, and she is strikingly attractive and physically fit. Life is good. Family, faith and fitness are all integral to her life, and Cheryl loves what she does.

http://www.littlepatriotpress.com

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Invites readers to learn about the White House with President Woodrow G. Washingtail and his family as they live, work, and play alongside the human President of the United States. Reprint.

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"Are pleased to announce and proud to report, The opening term of the Mouse Supreme Court!"

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Should mice be able to eat any cheese they please? That's the question in front of Chief Justice Marshall J. Mouse and his mice justices in Marshall, the Courthouse Mouse . Written and illustrated by the award winning and bestselling writer/illustrator team Peter and Cheryl Barnes, Marshall, the Courthouse Mouse follows the United Mice of America's Supreme Court as Chief Justice Marshall and his fellow mice justices debate the constitutionality of a sacred mouse law. Children will be educated and entertained as they learn about everything from petitioning the high court to handing down decisions to the laws of the land. With a "find the turtle" activity throughout the book and a resource section for teachers and parents at the end, Marshall, the Courthouse Mouse , delights and amuses kids as they learn about the Constitution, court opinions, and our nation's laws.

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Marshall, the Courthouse Mouse: A Tail of the U. S. Supreme Court (Little Patriot Press)

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Amazon.com: Marshall, the Courthouse Mouse: A Tail of the U. S. Supreme Court (Little Patriot Press): 9781596987890: Barnes, Peter W., Barnes, Cheryl Shaw

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"On one of these special days, Stacey discovers that a new student named Julie has trouble reading in English, so they began sharing books and stories to practice."

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Stacey Abrams is a New York Times bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, nonprofit CEO and political leader. After serving for eleven years in the Georgia House of Representatives, seven as Democratic Leader. In 2018, Abrams became the Democratic nominee for Governor of Georgia, winning more votes than any other Democrat in the state's history. Abrams was the first black woman to become the gubernatorial nominee for a major party in the United States, and she was the first black woman and first Georgian to deliver a Response to the State of the Union.

In the wake of the 2018 election, Abrams launched Fair Fight Action and Fair Fight 2020 to defend voting rights. She also launched Fair Count to ensure accuracy in the 2020 Census and greater participation in civic engagement, and the Southern Economic Advancement Project, a public policy initiative to broaden economic power and build equity in the South. She previously founded the New Georgia Project, which has helped register hundreds of thousands of Georgians.

Abrams is a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations, where she serves on the Subcommittee on Diversity. She has been a featured speaker at the Aspen Ministers Forum, the Kerry Initiative-Yale Jackson Institute of Global Affairs, the National Security Action Forum and the Council on Foreign Relations, as well as a contributor to Foreign Affairs Magazine.

She is a recipient of the John F. Kennedy New Frontier Award and a current member of the Board of Directors for the Center for American Progress and Priorities USA. Abrams has also written eight romantic suspense novels under the pen name Selena Montgomery, in addition to Lead from the Outside, formerly Minority Leader, a guidebook on making real change in the civic sector, politics or the private sector.

Abrams is an avid fan of television and movies, with a penchant for sci-fi, car chases and heists. A bibliophile, her recent favorites range from Colson Whitehead, Robert Caro and Nora Roberts to N.K. Jemison, Rebecca Roanhorse and Haruki Marukami.

Abrams received degrees from Spelman College, the LBJ School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas and Yale Law School. Born in Madison, Wisconsin, she and her five siblings grew up Mississippi and Georgia.

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Stacey's Remarkable Books by Abrams, Stacey

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"It's easy to become anything you wish...so long as you're willing to forfeit your soul."

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Amazon.com: American Born Chinese: 9781596433731: Yang, Gene Luen, Yang, Gene Luen: Books

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"I'm a smart cookie, just like you! But I didn't always feel that way..."

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Jory John is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and two-time E.B. White Read-Aloud Honor recipient.

Jory's work includes the #1 New York Times bestselling picture book, "The Good Egg," and the #2 New York Times bestselling picture book, "The Bad Seed." He is also the author of the popular picture books, "Penguin Problems" and "Giraffe Problems," the award-winning Goodnight Already! series, the New York Times bestselling Terrible Two series, the recent picture books "Quit Calling Me a Monster!" and "Can Somebody Please Scratch My Back?" and the international bestseller "All my friends are dead," among many other books for both children and adults. Jory's forthcoming picture books, in 2019, include "That's What Dinosaurs Do!", illustrated by his frequent collaborator, Pete Oswald.

Jory's books have won numerous state book awards, most recently the North Carolina Children's Book Award, the Florida Sunshine State Reading Award, the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award of Vermont, the Louisiana Young Readers Choice Award, the Volunteer State Book Award of Tennessee, the North Dakota Library Association Flicker Tale Award, the South Carolina Children's Book Award, the Oregon Spirit Book Award Honor Prize, and his work was shortlisted for the Texas Bluebonnet Award. His books were also twice-nominated for the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal in England.

In addition to the books mentioned here, Jory has written for the New York Times, the Guardian, the San Francisco Chronicle, the Believer, McSweeney's Internet Tendency, and BuzzFeed, among many other publications. His work has also been featured in The Best American Nonrequired Reading, The Best of McSweeney's Internet Tendency, Reader's Digest, and more.

For more than six years, Jory worked as the programs director at 826 Valencia, a nonprofit writing and educational center in San Francisco's Mission District, founded by Dave Eggers. In that time, he conceptualized and edited, "Thanks and Have Fun Running the Country: Kids' Letters to President Obama," which was featured on "This American Life."

Find Jory at www.joryjohn.com or on Twitter @IamJoryJohn

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The Smart Cookie (The Food Group) [John, Jory, Oswald, Pete] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Smart Cookie (The Food Group)

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"Penelope Rex was nervous. It's not every day a little T. rex starts school."

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"We Don't Eat Our Classmates: A Penelope Rex Book" is a captivating and humorous children's book authored by Ryan T. Higgins. This delightful story brings together humor, relatable experiences, and important lessons in a way that engages young readers and keeps them entertained.

The story revolves around Penelope Rex, a young dinosaur who is about to start her first day of school. The twist is that Penelope is a carnivorous dinosaur, and her classmates are all children. The book humorously addresses Penelope's struggle to resist the urge to eat her classmates, as well as the challenges she faces in making friends and fitting in.

The brilliance of this book lies in its ability to tackle a seemingly unusual scenario with humor and relatability. Penelope's dilemma of wanting to fit in while dealing with her primal instincts creates a lighthearted and engaging narrative. The book's humor appeals to both children and adults, making it an enjoyable read for all ages.

Beneath the humor, the book also carries valuable lessons about empathy, friendship, and understanding. Through Penelope's experiences, young readers learn the importance of treating others with kindness and overcoming their own impulses to form meaningful connections.

The illustrations by Ryan T. Higgins perfectly complement the text. The expressive and colorful artwork captures the emotions and actions of the characters, adding depth and visual appeal to the story. The illustrations play a crucial role in conveying the humor and heart of the book.

In conclusion, "We Don't Eat Our Classmates: A Penelope Rex Book" is a wonderfully crafted children's book that strikes a balance between humor, relatable experiences, and important life lessons. Through the eyes of Penelope Rex, young readers are entertained while learning about empathy, friendship, and the challenges of fitting in. This book is an excellent choice for sparking discussions about behavior, treating others with kindness, and the value of understanding differences.

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We Don't Eat Our Classmates [Ryan T. Higgins] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. We Don't Eat Our Classmates

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"My name is Zuri, and I have hair that has a mind of its own. It kinks, coils, and curls every which way."

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A New York Times Bestseller and tie-in to Academy-Award Winning Short Film "Hair Love"Hair Love is highlighting the relationship between a Black father and daughter. Matthew leads the ranks of new creatives who are telling unique stories of the Black experience. We need this."

"I love that New York Times
- Jordan Peele, Actor & Filmmaker

It's up to Daddy to give his daughter an extra-special hair style in this ode to self-confidence and the love between fathers and daughters, from Academy-Award winning director and former NFL wide receiver Matthew A. Cherry and bestselling illustrator Vashti Harrison. Hair Love

Zuri's hair has a mind of its own. It kinks, coils, and curls every which way. Zuri knows it's beautiful. When Daddy steps in to style it for an extra special occasion, he has a lot to learn. But he LOVES his Zuri, and he'll do anything to make her -- and her hair -- happy.

Tender and empowering, is an ode to loving your natural hair -- and a celebration of daddies and daughters everywhere. A perfect gift for special occasions including Father's Day, birthdays, baby showers, and more!

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This book has great teaching potential to comfort students who may be nervous on their first day of school, and it can help them to know that it is not uncommon to be nervous.

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Please check my website at www.juliedanneberg.com.

As a child, when I played at being grown-up, I never imagined myself as a writer. Instead I dreamed of being a famous chef, a secret agent, or a psychologist. I didn't end up becoming any of those things. Instead, I became a teacher.

I started off as an elementary school teacher, and thanks to my job, read lots and lots and lots of children's books. Not only was it fun, I witnessed, first hand the profound impact a good book can have on a child. It didn't take long before I was motivated to try and write books like the ones I enjoyed reading.

Later, when I became a mother, I began to seriously consider becoming a writer during our weekly trips to the library with my children. I think I enjoyed story time more than they did! The funny thing is that my kids eventually graduated from the children's section of the library and I never did. I still go to the library at least once a week, and while I don't sit in on story time anymore, I do leave every week with an armload of picture books.

Looking back I see how being a children's writer has helped me bring together many of my interests-teaching, traveling, and being creative.

After several years of teaching elementary school, I ended up teaching middle school, and I loved it. I am now newly retired and am enjoying immersing myself fulltime in writing and teaching writing to others.

My husband and I live in Boulder, Colorado where I enjoy reading, quilting, hiking, biking, and spending time with my family.

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First Day Jitters (The Jitters Series) [Danneberg, Julie, Love, Judy] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. First Day Jitters (The Jitters Series)

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This book can help students to feel that they belong, and it can bring comfort to students who may not feel as included by their classmates.

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Christian Robinson is a 2016 Caldecott Honoree and also received a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor for his art in Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña (Putnam, 2015); de la Peña himself took home the 2016 Newbery Medal, awarded by the Association for Library Service to Children for the "most distinguished book for children."

Leo: A Ghost Story, illustrated by Robinson and written by Mac Barnett (Chronicle, 2015), was named a 2015 New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book of the Year. His Josephine: The Dazzling Life of Josephine Baker, written by Patricia Hruby Powell (Chronicle, 2014) received numerous awards and accolades including a Sibert Informational Book Award Honor and a Coretta Scott King Award Illustration Honor from the American Library Association; a Boston Globe-Horn Book Nonfiction Honor; a Parents Choice Gold Medal for Poetry 2014; and a place on the Wall Street Journal's 10 Best Children's Books of the Year List. Robinson, based in San Francisco, is also an animator and has worked with The Sesame Street Workshop and Pixar Animation Studios.

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You Matter - Kindle edition by Robinson, Christian, Robinson, Christian. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading You Matter.

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"a welcome whiff of someplace new"

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * WINNER OF THE 2023 CALDECOTT MEDAL * This glowing and playful picture book features an overheated-and overwhelmed-pup who finds his calm with some sea, sand, and fresh air. Destined to become a classic!New York Public Library!

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The Washington Post * Publishers Weekly * Kirkus Reviews * run

"An utter joy from beginning to end!" -Sophie Blackall, two-time Caldecott Medal winner

This hot dog has had enough of summer in the city! Enough of sizzling sidewalks, enough of wailing sirens, enough of people's feet right in his face. When he plops down in the middle of a crosswalk, his owner endeavors to get him the breath of fresh air he needs. She hails a taxi, hops a train, and ferries out to the beach.

Here, a pup can

With fluid art and lyrical text that have the soothing effect of waves on sand, award-winning author Doug Salati shows us how to find calm and carry it back with us so we can appreciate the small joys in a day.

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Hot Dog: (Winner of the 2023 Caldecott Medal)

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Amazon.com: Hot Dog: (Winner of the 2023 Caldecott Medal): 9780593308431: Salati, Doug

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"Try to be good and brave and strong. Let people see the real you!"

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A beautiful and inclusive picture book all about celebrating being yourself from Down syndrome advocate and viral sensation Sofia Sanchez!

It can be hard to be different -- whether because of how you look, where you live, or what you can or can't do. But wouldn't it be boring if we were all the same? Being different is great! Being different is what makes you YOU.

This inclusive and empowering picture book from Sofia Sanchez -- an 11-year-old model and actress with Down syndrome -- reminds readers how important it is to embrace your differences, be confident, and be proud of who you are. Imagine all of the wonderful things you can do if you don't let anyone stop you! You are enough just how you are.

Sofia is unique, but her message is universal: We all belong. So each spread features beautiful, full-color illustrations of a full cast of kid characters with all kinds of backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.

This book also includes back matter with a brief bio of Sofia and her journey so far, as well as additional information about Down syndrome and how we can all be more accepting, more inclusive, and more kind.

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You Are Enough: A Book About Inclusion (HB)

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You Are Enough: A Book About Inclusion (HB) [O'Hair, Margaret, Sanchez, Sofia, Cardoso, Sofia] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. You Are Enough: A Book About Inclusion (HB)

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"You were born to be so many things"

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Praise for Be You! : "An inspirational picture book offers life advice for readers who want to be themselves... this book is a gorgeous guidebook for those seeking encouragement while encountering life's challenges... What is remarkable about the book is that even though the instructions and the brief sentences explaining them are at times vague, the illustrations expand on them in ways readers will find endearing and uplifting... Both beautiful and inspiring as graduation gift or guide to life." -- Kirkus Reviews "Reynolds (Say Something!) is back in full affirmation mode, exhorting readers to be themselves... any reader feeling the pressure to conform to expectations may find great comfort in knowing this book is on a nearby shelf, at the ready to offer up good counsel." -- Publishers Weekly Praise for Say Something! :

"A motivational must-have for every collection." -- School Library Journal

"In this new effort, Reynolds shows readers a variety of ways a voice can be used, listened to, and heard to make a difference... Reynolds' hand-lettered text, set in white text bubbles against a mix of bright backdrop colors and patterns, deftly works with before-and-after illustrations to show the change that children can effect. This book's encouragement to kids to find their voices can also be used to start a conversation about how they can make a difference in their world." -- Kirkus Reviews

"Peter H. Reynolds always manages to walk a delicate line with his books - make that a couple lines: weighty but not weighed down. Universal yet kid-centric. No easy feat." -- Travis Jonker, School Library Journal

"Capture[s] the beauty of words and the wonder of sharing them with others... enchanting." - Kirkus Reviews

"Packs a powerful punch... capture[s] both the joy of learning and the power of kindness." - School Library Journal

"The message of acceptance and patience comes through clearly, and the exhortation to 'carve your own path' and 'show the world who you are' will be appreciated by anyone who has ever felt misunderstood." - Booklist

"Celebrates individuality, self-expression, and the joys of being a dreamer... a liberating validation of dreaming as restorative, comforting, and powerful, while giving kids full license to be themselves." - Publishers Weekly

"A sweet gift to praise spirited individuality, this choice encourages readers to dream big. Let those sparkles fly!" - Kirkus Reviews

* "Ish... encourages readers to see the world anew." - School Library Journal , starred review

* "Simplicity itself, like the dot in the title, this small book carries a big message." - Booklist , starred review

* "In this engaging, inspiring tale, Reynolds (illustrator of the Judy Moody series) demonstrates the power of a little encouragement... Reynolds pulls off exactly what his young heroine does, creating an impressive work from deceptively simple beginnings." - Publishers Weekly , starred review

* "With art that seems perfectly suited to the mood and the message of the text, Reynolds inspires with a gentle and generous mantra: 'Just make a mark.'" - School Library Journal , starred review

"It may speak to formerly artistic young readers who are selling their own abilities short." - Kirkus Reviews --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

Peter H. Reynolds is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of many books for children, including The Dot (Le point de départ) , I Am Human (Je suis humain) , Happy Dreamer (Joyeux rêveur) , The Word Collector (Le collectionneur de mots) , Say Something! (Ta voix compte) , and Be You! (Toi!) . His books have been translated into over 25 languages around the globe and are celebrated worldwide. In 1996, he founded FableVision with his brother, Paul, as a social change agency to help create "stories that matter, stories that move." He lives in Dedham, Massachusetts, with his family. Visit him online at peterhreynolds.com.

--This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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Be You! - Kindle edition by Reynolds, Peter H., Reynolds, Peter H.. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Be You!.

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"I am going to find a yeti and take their picture"

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In this hilarious follow-up to Unicorns Are the Worst! and Dragons Are the Worst! , Gilbert the Goblin's next adventure takes him to the frozen tundra where he's determined to find the legendary yeti. best tea parties, and dragons make delicious ice cream soup. This time, though, he can absolutely confirm that YETIS ARE THE WORST!

Gilbert the Goblin is the first to admit that he was, ahem, mistaken-unicorns actually throw the seem cool and mysterious, but once you meet one, he's CERTAIN they're not all they're cracked up to be! And that's what Gilbert plans to do: meet a yeti. That is, if he can find one...but how hard can that be?

Sure, they may

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Yetis Are the Worst! (The Worst! Series)

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Yetis Are the Worst! (The Worst! Series) [Willan, Alex, Willan, Alex] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Yetis Are the Worst! (The Worst! Series)

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"Sam, I can't possibly part with them now. I know I can train them. Will you show me how?"

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The first books I remember loving are "Harold and the Purple Crayon" by Crockett Johnson and "Animal Fair" by Alice and Martin Provensen. I also loved "Ferdinand" by Munro Leaf and Robert Lawson and "What Do You Say, Dear?" by Sesyle Joslin and Maurice Sendak. Later on I loved "Homer Price and the Donut Machine", "Alice in Wonderland", "Grimm's Fairy Tales", and one about bread dough that keeps rising and rising, I wish I could remember the name of it.

I've lived in big towns and small towns, in mountains and valleys, beside the ocean and across the ocean, and now I live in Taos, New Mexico in a house with big windows that look out on mountains and sagebrush. My husband, our dog, Harry, and I take a lot of long walks in the desert.We spend the Summer in a tiny cabin on a tiny island in a big lake in northern Minnesota. We've named the island Good Dog Island in honor of all the good dogs we've known.

Find out more at jillmcelmurry.com

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The Hound from the Pound by Swaim, Jessica

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"sweet old pug who lives a very busy life."

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An instant #1 New York Times bestseller! From the creator of the viral "Bones or No Bones" TikTok videos comes a sweet and entertaining picture book following Noodle the pug and his human as they navigate Noodle's first No Bones Day-a day for being kind to yourself!

Noodle is a sweet, silly old pug who enjoys doing all his favorite activities with his favorite human, Jonathan. But one day when Jonathan goes to take Noodle on his morning walk, he finds Noodle still comfortable in bed. When Jonathan lifts Noodle up, Noodle just flops over. It's almost like Noodle woke up without any bones!

Noodle isn't sick or sad-but he also isn't interested in going for walks or sitting outside (he will accept snacks, though). Today, all he needs are extra snuggles and belly rubs. Jonathan soon learns that not every day can be a Bones Day, and sometimes a No Bones Day is exactly what you need to get through the week.

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Noodle and the No Bones Day (Noodle and Jonathan)

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Noodle and the No Bones Day (Noodle... by Graziano, Jonathan

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"...by revealing a world beyond words."

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The recipient of six starred reviews and the APALA Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature! Named a Best Book of 2018 by the Wall Street Journal , NPR, Smithsonian , Kirkus Reviews , School Library Journal , Booklist , the Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books , BookRiot , the New York Public Library, the Chicago Public Library-and many more! A Junior Library Guild selection!

When a young boy visits his grandfather, their lack of a common language leads to confusion, frustration, and silence. But as they sit down to draw together, something magical happens-with a shared love of art and storytelling, the two form a bond that goes beyond words.

With spare, direct text by Minh Lê and luminous illustrations by Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat, this stirring picture book about reaching across barriers will be cherished for years to come.

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Amazon.com: Drawn Together: 9781484767603: Lê, Minh, Santat, Dan, Santat, Dan

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"My name is Humpty Dumpty. I'm famous for falling off a wall."

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Everyone knows that when Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall. But what happened After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again) is a masterful picture book that will remind readers of all ages that

Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat's poignant tale follows Humpty Dumpty, an avid bird watcher whose favorite place to be is high up on the city wall―that is, until Life begins when you get back up 2018 NCTE Charlotte Huck Award Winner

Will he summon the courage to face his fear?

A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2017 A New York Times Notable Children's Book of 2017 A New York City Public Library Notable Best Book for Kids A Horn Book Fanfare Best Book of 2017 An NPR Best Book of 2017

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After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)

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After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again) [Santat, Dan, Santat, Dan] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)

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"Sure, her name could be heard in the daily role call...But hardly anyone noticed young Sally McCabe."

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Justin Roberts (Author), Christian Robinson (Illustrator)

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The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade [Roberts, Justin, Robinson, Christian] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade

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This book teaches students about inclusivity and kindness, and it can help them to show gratitude and find joy in the little things in life.

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#1 New York Times Bestseller A USA Today Bestseller Winner of the Newbery Medal A Caldecott Honor Book A Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book This award-winning modern classic-a must-have for every child's home library-is an inclusive ode to kindness, empathy, gratitude, and finding joy in unexpected places, and celebrates the special bond between a curious young boy and his loving grandmother.

Every Sunday after church, CJ and his grandma ride the bus across town. But today, CJ wonders why they don't own a car like his friend Colby. Why doesn't he have an iPod like the boys on the bus? How come they always have to get off in the dirty part of town? Each question is met with an encouraging answer from grandma, who helps him see the beauty-and fun-in their routine and the world around them.

This energetic ride through a bustling city highlights the wonderful perspective only grandparent and grandchild can share, and comes to life through Matt de la Peña's vibrant text and Christian Robinson's radiant illustrations.

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Last Stop on Market Street [de la Peña, Matt, Robinson, Christian] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Last Stop on Market Street

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This book teaches children about the importance of small acts of kindness and how they can make people feel.

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Trudy Ludwig

Making a Difference in Kids' Lives, One Book at a Time(R)

Trudy Ludwig is an acclaimed speaker and award-winning author of numerous children's books including THE INVISIBLE BOY, a School Library Journal Best Picture Books Selection and a recommended back-to-school book by USA Today and Scholastic Instructor. Her books and presentations help empower children to be kinder and more inclusive in their social world. Trudy has collaborated with leading experts and organizations including Sesame Workshop, International Bullying Prevention Association, Committee for Children, and ConnectSafely.org. She has received rave reviews from educators, experts, organizations, and parents for her passion and compassion in addressing peer aggression and friendship issues.

Trudy's books have received numerous awards and citations including the M. Jerry Weiss Book Award, Victoria Soto Legacy Award, IBPA Gold Benjamin Franklin Award, Gelett Burgess Children's Book Award, NAPPA Gold Medal Award, Mom's Choice Gold Awards, Moonbeam Children's Books Gold Award, Comstock Read Aloud Honors and are included in the Cooperative Children's Book Center's Best of the Year Selection, NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Books for Young People Selections, National Crime Prevention Council's Circle of Respect Book Club Selection, Junior Library Guild Selection, and more.

"Because the social world of today's children is very complex and difficult to navigate, I try to include in my stories the wisdom and insights of young readers so that my books resonate with the authenticity of their life experiences and views," she says. "I also have the added pleasure of tapping into my own inner child--letting her laugh, cry, and simply breathe."

For more information about Trudy, her books, virtual and in-person school visits, conference keynotes, and workshop presentations, please visit www.trudyludwig.com.

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The Invisible Boy [Ludwig, Trudy, Barton, Patrice] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Invisible Boy

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This book can teach children to be good friends and to put aside their differences with each other.

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Lily and Salma are best friends. They like doing all the same things, and they always eat lunch together. Lily eats peanut butter and Salma eats hummus-but what's that between friends? It turns out, a lot. Before they know it, a food fight breaks out. Can Lily and Salma put aside their differences? Or will a sandwich come between them?

The smallest things can pull us apart-until we learn that friendship is far more powerful than difference. In a glorious three-page gatefold at the end of the book, Salma, Lily, and all their classmates come together in the true spirit of tolerance and acceptance.

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Lily and Salma are best friends. They like doing all the same things, and they always eat lunch together. Lily eats peanut butter and Salma eats hummus-but what's that between friends? It turns out, a lot. Before they know it, a food fight breaks out. Can Lily and Salma put aside their difference...

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"There is writing in the halls of my building. On the front door, someone put the word Die."

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Something Beautiful [Wyeth, Sharon Dennis, Soentpiet, Chris K.] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Something Beautiful

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"Maya looked down at the floor. I think I heard her whisper hello."

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Each Kindness [Woodson, Jacqueline, Lewis, E. B.] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Each Kindness

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"Everyone knows that kids from Chinatown don't go to the park when the kids from Little Italy are there."

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Henry & The Kite Dragon [Hall, Bruce Edward, Low, William] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Henry & The Kite Dragon

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"a genius who proved to the world that curiosity and imagination are more important than knowledge."

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Albert Einstein (Volume 69) (Little People, BIG DREAMS, 72)

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Albert Einstein (Volume 69) (Little People, BIG DREAMS, 72) [Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel, Claude, Jean] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Albert Einstein (Volume 69) (Little People, BIG DREAMS, 72)

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"So, if anyone ever tells you no, if anyone ever says your voice isn't important or your dreams are too big, remember these women."

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Chelsea Clinton introduces tiny feminists, mini activists and little kids who are ready to take on the world to thirteen inspirational women who never took no for an answer, and who always, inevitably and without fail, persisted . She Persisted is for everyone who has ever wanted to speak up but has been told to quiet down, for everyone who has ever tried to reach for the stars but was told to sit down, and for everyone who has ever been made to feel unworthy or unimportant or small. , starred review

Throughout United States history, there have always been women who have spoken out for what's right, even when they have to fight to be heard. In this book, Chelsea Clinton celebrates thirteen American women who helped shape our country through their tenacity, sometimes through speaking out, sometimes by staying seated, sometimes by captivating an audience. They all certainly persisted.

With vivid, compelling art by Alexandra Boiger, this book shows readers that no matter what obstacles may be in their paths, they shouldn't give up on their dreams. Persistence is power.

This book features: Harriet Tubman, Helen Keller, Clara Lemlich, Nellie Bly, Virginia Apgar, Maria Tallchief, Claudette Colvin, Ruby Bridges, Margaret Chase Smith, Sally Ride, Florence Griffith Joyner, Oprah Winfrey, Sonia Sotomayor-and one special cameo.

★ "[A] lovely, moving work of children's literature [and a] polished introduction to a diverse and accomplished group of women." -

"Exemplary . . . This well-curated list will show children that women's voices have made themselves emphatically heard." -
Praise for She Persisted : Publishers Weekly Booklist She Persisted ] will remind little girls that they can achieve their goals if they don't let obstacles get in the way." - Family Circle "A message we all need to hear." -

"We can't wait to grab a copy for some of the awesome kids in our lives . . . and maybe some of the grown-ups, too." - Scary Mommy Romper

"This will be a great read for kids (especially young girls)." -

"We cannot wait for the launch of Smart Girl Chelsea Clinton's new book to help remind kids everywhere that the fearlessness that characterizes the thirteen women in the book is what has emboldened us to constantly strive for progress and justice." -Amy Poehler's Smart Girls

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She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World

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She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World [Clinton, Chelsea, Boiger, Alexandra] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World

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"The smile you see upon my face as the sun shines in the sky shows the world that I feel happy, and my mood is soaring high."

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Janan (Koutny) Cain grew up in Darien, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. As a young girl, she loved going to her dad's office (he had a display graphics business) and drawing with the professional tools found there: artist's markers and huge paper tablets. Her mother was always involved in various craft projects, such as ceramics, decoupage and toll painting. There was never a question in Janan's mind as to the career she'd pursue. After high school she earned an Associate of Arts degree in Visual Communications at the Art Institute of Colorado in Denver.

Janan started out as a graphic designer in 1982 doing keyline and paste-up. She was employed by various design studios around Chicago and Colorado Springs before getting seriously interested in illustration as a career. Eventually she landed at Tom Cain Design (who was to become her future father-law), a package design studio outside Chicago. Tom encouraged Janan to hone her illustration skills in her spare time on the job, and ultimately she became a full-time illustrator. Janan's artwork spans a broad range of projects, from corporate campaigns and consumer packaging, to branding and communication design for Fortune 500 companies. Janan worked with many different techniques, including pen and ink, pastels, gouache, acrylics, airbrush, colored pencil, scratchboard and computer illustration.

In 1993, Janan had her first daughter, Emily, and stopped working full-time. Around the time her second daughter, Isabella, was two years old, Janan wanted to teach them words for their emotions but couldn't find any good books for young children dealing with that topic. Being an illustrator, she decided to create her own book and the idea for The Way I Feel was born. The Way I Feel is among the best-selling children's picture books of all time winning numerous awards and accolades.

Janan has since focused her energies on drawing and illustration, and currently practices freelance design and illustration from her studio overlooking her garden in Riverside, Illinois. Janan loves to garden and spend time with her family which includes her spoiled cocker spaniel, Oliver. Her true passion (or obsession) is riding her horse, Finn. She and Finn have begun showing dressage and hope to have many years together riding trails and winning ribbons.

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Amazon.com: The Way I Feel: 9781641604987: Cain, Janan, Cain, Janan: Books

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"the feelings would run down the length of his arms and clench when they got to his hands."

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An instant classic in the world of Social-Emotional Learning, this bestselling picture book tells the story of one little boy with some big, big emotions -- and how he learns to see them for the gifts they are.

The Boy with Big, Big Feelings is relatable for any child -- especially for a child experiencing anxiety, extreme emotions, a child identified as a Highly Sensitive Person, or a child on the autism spectrum. Beautifully illustrated and written in rhyming verse, children and adults explore the whole spectrum of feelings and readers navigate the emotional challenges they face throughout the day.

The main character has feelings so big that they glow from his cheeks, spill out of his eyes, and jump up and down on his chest. When he hears a joke, he bursts with joy. When a loud truck drives by, he cries. When his loved ones are having a hard day, he feels their emotions as if they were his own.

The boy tries to cope by stuffing down his feelings, but with a little help and artistic inspiration, the boy realizes his feelings are something to be celebrated.

The Big, Big series inspires kids to embrace whatever it is inside them that makes them unique--whether it's big feelings, big ideas, or big questions. Full of creativity and tenderness, each book in the series offers readers connection and companionship as they navigate the challenges of growing up.

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The Boy with Big, Big Feelings (The Big, Big Series, 1)

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Amazon.com: The Boy with Big, Big Feelings (The Big, Big Series, 1): 9781506454504: Lee, Britney Winn, Souva, Jacob: Books

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"Fresh ink on crisp pages never opened... the words inside just waiting to be read."

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Joy McCullough (Author), Devon Holzwarth (Illustrator)

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The Story of a Book [McCullough, Joy, Holzwarth, Devon] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Story of a Book

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"Oh, I'm going down to the library, picking out a book, check it in, check it out"

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What's the best way to cure a gloomy day? A trip to the library! Based on the hit song by Tom Chapin and Michael Mark, here is an affectionate, exuberant, uproarious celebration of books, reading, and-SHHH!-libraries!

The rain is pouring, Dad is snoring, and the same old stuff is on TV-boring.

What is there to do today?

Go to the library, of course!

Who will we meet there? Let's find out!

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Amazon.com: The Library Book: 9781481460927: Chapin, Tom, Mark, Michael, Groenink, Chuck: Books

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This book teaches students about a culture that may be different that theirs.

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♦ In this contemporary story, an Indigenous tradition inspires hope in a young girl., starred review ), who is Chickasaw, focus on the event's sights and its participants' fluid movements, effectively conveying River's sideline perspective and desire to dance with her community once again. Back matter offers more information about powwows., starred review , starred review -Shelf Awareness
Powwow Day, a traditional Native American ceremony, arrives, but River is still recovering from an unnamed illness and feels too weak to dance. Dressed in her jingle dress and matching moccasins, she longs to join her family and friends in the Grand Entry procession. She hears the drums-"BAM. BAM. BAM. BAM"-and watches the elders enter the circle with flags and feathers. The fancy dancers "twirl and ribbons whirl," while the "grass dancers sway and weave themselves around the circle," but River can't "feel the drum's heartbeat," and her "feet stay still." The emcee calls for the jingle dress dancers to enter the arena. Although River needs the ceremonial healing dance, she can't do it. Thankfully, River's friend says she will dance for her. The rows of shiny cones on the dresses make music as the jingle dancers move: "clink, clink, clink." The girls "dance for the Creator, the ancestors, their families, and everyone's health." Watching her sister, cousins, and friend dance, River's heart begins to open and conviction enters her soul. She finally feels the drumbeat fully, but is it her time to dance? Goodnight's vibrant, energetic digital illustrations capture the beauty and intricacy of powwow regalia as well as the unique atmosphere of a powwow gathering. Together, the artwork and text sensitively portray and celebrate a powerful ritual that upholds the culture, healing traditions, and creative spirit of Native American communities. No specific tribe is mentioned in the story, though the backmatter mentions the Ponca and Omaha tribes.
A heartwarming picture book about the roles of courage, culture, and community in the journey of personal healing.

♦ When River first wakes up on tribal powwow day, she feels a surge of excitement before remembering that there will be "no dancing./ No jingle dress competition for me./... I can't dance like I could before I got sick." Attending the powwow with family, River, portrayed with light brown skin and short hair in a marigold jingle dress, hopes to dance Grand Entry and the intertribal dance, but is fatigued, unfocused, and "can't feel the drum's heartbeat." Yet, watching from a nearby seat as the dancers connect to "the drum,/ Mother Earth,/ and one another," and witnessing family and friends participating in the girls' jingle dance, she realizes: "They dance for/ the Creator,/ the ancestors,/ their families,/ and everyone's health.../ including mine." In sensory-focused lines, Sorell (
- Kirkus Reviews We Are Still Here! ), who is Cherokee, creates a resonant, hopeful tale about the healing power of community and tradition, deftly capturing the powwow's essence. Textural digital illustrations by Goodnight ( Look, Grandma! Ni, Elisi!
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♦ Powwow Day has arrived but River is recovering from an illness and unable to participate in the pageantry and tradition of the day. Little River is aching to join her family and community in the dances but is unable to "feel" the drums and becomes discouraged at having to remain on the sidelines. Her family and friends help River reach the realization that they are dancing for their community, traditions, healing, and most importantly, for her. The author develops the plot by creating text that is rooted in feeling and emotional connection. As a Cherokee Nation member, Sorell infuses the story with information about various traditions and experiences. Chickasaw Nation member Goodnight provides exquisitely detailed illustrations that exemplify the meaning and importance of Powwow Day. VERDICT A tender and inspiring view of Indigenous traditions and how celebrating them can lead to healing and redemption.

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A girl recovering from illness longs to participate in her tribal powwow in this vibrant picture book about acceptance and hope. Delicate feathers and fringe adorn brilliant gold, pink, and turquoise ensembles as River's friends and family take part in various dances and competitions, but River is still not well enough to don her jingle dress and join them. As she watches, though, she is reminded that the music still lives in her heart, and that she will dance again someday.

In the lyrical Powwow Day, readers are welcomed into an uplifting "celebration of dance, song, culture, and community." River wakes on powwow day full of excitement--until she remembers that, because she's been ill, there will be no dancing and no jingle dress competition for her today. Still, she hopes at least to join in for Grand Entry at the start of the ceremony. She waits with the other girls as warriors enter the arena carrying flags, followed by elders heading up the long line of dancers. But her own feet are still. River watches "through wet eyes" as the dancers move "around the circle, all connected to the drum, Mother Earth, and one another." It seems that River is the only one who "can't feel the drum's heartbeat." An elder prays to the Creator that their "culture and language will stay strong, and that healing will come to those who need it"--like River.
She tries to dance again but isn't able to take part in the intertribal dance, either. The competitions begin and "fancy dancers twirl and ribbons whirl./ Graceful grass dancers sway and weave." Finally, River feels the drum beat inside her. She watches as her sister, cousin and friends step and turn with feathery fans and clinking cones. She sits tall as they "dance for the Creator, the ancestors, their families, and everyone's health... including mine." River, who can "feel the drum fully now," stands and opens her heart--she knows she will dance again at the next powwow.

Traci Sorrell (At the Mountain's Base; We Are Still Here), member of the Cherokee Nation, enhances her graceful text with back matter about powwows. Through River, the author neatly conveys the magic and allure of the dances themselves, along with the all-important sense of community and healing fostered by the celebratory event. Madelyn Goodnight (illustrator of Look Grandma! Ni, Elisi!), member of the Chickasaw Nation, uses dynamic layouts and a variety of viewpoints in her colorful digital illustrations to portray the vibrancy of the powwow. Expressive characters in their detailed dancing dresses are full of life and movement. Readers will likely find it easy to empathize with River's sorrow as well as her hope for strength, for healing and to dance again. --Lynn Becker, reviewer, blogger and children's book author

- Foreword Reviews Shelf Talker: Though River won't be dancing in the powwow, she recognizes the healing power of her community in this lyrical and uplifting story.

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Powwow Day [Sorell, Traci, Goodnight, Madelyn] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Powwow Day

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This book can teach students about using maps to aid in understanding literature.

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This enchanting picture book about a map-making boy who is stumped when a girl asks him for a map of the "perfect place" helps readers appreciate the charms of their own neighborhood--and even shows them how to make a map of it! of these things can't exist...can it? Well, after a fun-filled day of exploring the neighborhood, the Mapmaker will discover that the perfect place--home--has been right in front of him all along.

The Mapmaker loves maps. He loves to collect them, to study them, and most of all, he loves to make them. But when a girl asks for a map of a perfect place, the Mapmaker is perplexed. She wants a map to a toes-in-the-sand-warm, X-marks-the-spot-place filled with treasures, where it smells like her birthday and she can zip around like a dragonfly. Surely, a place that is all

Here is a picture book, as creative as it is charming, that celebrates home, and is a gentle reminder to look around and appreciate what surrounds you.

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The Boy Who Loved Maps [Allen, Kari, Karas, G. Brian] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Boy Who Loved Maps