Children’s: picture books, activity books

Book SynopsisAn introduction to scientific careers in a range of disciplines combines age-appropriate language and visually stimulating artwork to introduce such scientific superheroes as ?Aerospace Engineer? and ?Particle Physicist.? Illustrations.

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Book SynopsisExplores angular momentum, torque, friction and gravity as Baby discovers the science behind the spinning of the dreidel on Hanukkah! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.

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Book SynopsisNow in Spanish bilingual editions--Caldecott Honor winner Grace Lin celebrates math for every kid in this board book series.Mei explores measurement as she plants a sunflower seed and watches it grow. The plant starts off as tall as her toe, but soon it''s up to her knees, then her waist, then her shoulders. How tall will it get?The Storytelling Math series shows that all children can be mathematical thinkers. Each book includes ideas for exploring math at home with your children, developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC Inc., under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

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Book SynopsisNow in Spanish bilingual editions--Caldecott Honor winner Grace Lin celebrates math for every kid in this board book series.Manny and his friends Olivia and Mei blow bubbles in this playful introduction to geometry. Manny''s wand is a circle. Olivia''s wand is a square. Mei''s wand is a heart. What shape will their bubbles be? (Surprise! They''re all spheres.)The Storytelling Math series shows that all children can be mathematical thinkers. Each book includes ideas for exploring math at home with your children, developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC Inc., under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

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Book SynopsisNow in Spanish bilingual editions--Caldecott Honor winner Grace Lin celebrates math for every kid in this board book series. A fall-ready favorite for any autumn reading list.Take a trip to the farmers market in this playful story about spatial sense. Olivia is searching for something just the right size to fill her basket. The apple is so small that it rolls around. The zucchini is so long that it sticks out. What will fit just right?The Storytelling Math series shows that all children can be mathematical thinkers. Each book includes ideas for exploring math at home with your children, developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC Inc., under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

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Book SynopsisNow in Spanish bilingual editions--Caldecott Honor winner Grace Lin celebrates math for every kid in this board book series.After playing in the snow, Olivia and Mei are ready for cocoa. There''s one marshmallow for Olivia and one marshmallow for Mei. But what will they do with the third marshmallow? How can two friends share three things fairly?The Storytelling Math series shows that all children can be mathematical thinkers. Each book includes ideas for exploring math at home with your children, developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC Inc., under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

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Book SynopsisIs your future voter election-day ready?This cute and clever addition to the best-selling Baby Loves series offers an accurate and simple introduction to political science and the US government perfect for babies.Baby learns that just as there are rules in daycare, there are rules in our society. And who makes the rules--or laws? Congress! A fun and easy introduction to the three branches of the US government and the legislative branch in particular. Representatives and senators may pass laws, but anyone in our democracy can have ideas for new ones!

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Book SynopsisThe first in the Chicken Soup for the Soul Kids series celebrates friendship, kindness, and the importance of being yourself! They call themselves the Sunshine Squad: five friends (and one tagalong little brother) who decide to be superheroes. They have courage, capes, and even a secret clubhouse. They all have their own kind of superpower too. Oliver is a genius at drawing comics. Mia is a star athlete. Lilly creates amazing inventions. Lucas is a master of practical jokes. Sophie is an animal expert. And Tommy, well, he''s still figuring out what his strength is. Maybe he doesn''t belong in the squad at all. But throughout the day, Tommy helps his 123 Sunshine Street neighbors in different ways. And he learns that caring about others might be the best superpower of all.Chicken Soup for the Soul Kids picuture books impart good values through heartwarming and humourous stories to help kids put their best foot forward.

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Book SynopsisChicken Soup for the Soul Babies imparts good values through heartwarming and humourous stories to help little ones put their best foot forward. All the animals at the playground like to share--just like the characters in their favorite book. All except Cat, that is. Why won''t Cat share the seesaw? Maybe he can be convinced to give it a try? Maybe sharing can be even MORE fun than being top dog--er, cat? Sweet and silly, Chicken Soup for the Soul Babies makes lessons easy and fun for the littlest readers.

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Book SynopsisChicken Soup for the Soul Babies imparts good values through heartwarming and humorous stories to help little ones put their best foot forward.Grandma Ferret warns her grand-kits about the play tunnels at the Critter Family Gym--they are getting too big for the smallest tunnels. But the twin ferret kits are just too excited to listen to all the good advice, and they of course get STUCK! Can they listen long enough to get unstuck?  This light-hearted board book humorously addresses the need to listen well. Good listeners are rewarded! 

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Book SynopsisThe Cherokee community is grateful for the blessings and challenges that each season brings. This is modern Native American life as told by best-selling Cherokee author Traci Sorell. Now a board book for 0-3-year-olds interested in contemporary Indigenous stories that are both accessible and universal for the littlest readers. Based on the award-winning picture book. The word otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences. Written by best-selling and award-winning Cherokee author Traci Sorell, this board book edition includes the complete Cherokee syllabary, originally created by Sequoyah.

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Book SynopsisCaldecott Honor winner Grace Lin celebrates math for every kid, everywhere!Olivia wants to make a colorful birdhouse for summer. She starts painting a pattern of stripes on the roof but then oops!?messes up. Now what? Explore patterns inthis playful story about creative problem-solving.Storytelling Math celebrates children using math in their daily adventures as they play, build, and discover the world around them. Joyful stories and hands-on activities make it easy for kids and their grown-ups to explore everyday math together. Developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC, under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

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Book Synopsis"This is a perfect book for a dinosaur storytime." —School Library JournalThis STEM-friendly musical fossil dig will have dinosaur lovers singing along as they learn the science behind paleontology.Set to the tune of "Here We Go ''Round the Mulberry Bush," Here We Go Digging for Dinosaur Bones invites budding paleontologists and dinosaur fans on an exciting fossil dig. Readers will hike the trail, scan the ground, and make a find—then discover how to build a T. Rex from its bones.

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Book Synopsis"With dynamic illustrations and text full of can-do attitude, this exuberant picture book is a celebration of the hard work and practice it takes to become a top-tier athlete."—A Mighty Girl“[Sue Bird] is the W.N.B.A,” said Crystal Langhorne, who converted 161 of Bird’s passes into buckets. This picture book biography of Sue Bird follows her journey from an energetic yet shy young girl to one of the most versatile and inspirational athletes of our time and a leader whose legacy extends off the court.As a little girl, Sue Bird couldn't stop moving. As soon as she could walk, she ran, jumped, or climbed instead. Sue love all kinds of sports as a child, but the rhythm, energy, and grace of basketball quickly won her heart. The Heart of the Storm follows Sue Bird's journey from her childhood, full of energy and determination, to becoming one of the most versatile, inspirational athletes of all time and a leader on and off the court.From her championship high school team to two NCAA titles with the UConn Huskies to four WNBA championships with the Seattle Storm and five Olympic gold medals, Sue Bird's grit, authenticity, and heart fuel her growing into greatness and accomplishing her dreams."An in-depth look at a modern sports role model, perfect for sports fans' shelves."—School Library JournalTrade Review"With dynamic illustrations and text full of can-do attitude, this exuberant picture book is a celebration of the hard work and practice it takes to become a top-tier athlete."—A Mighty Girl"Quite the force to be reckoned with, Sue Bird’s determination and passion for basketball is inspiring to readers everywhere!"—Library Mom"An in-depth look at a modern sports role model, perfect for sports fans’ shelves."—School Library Journal"Well organized and concise, the text highlights personal qualities and decisions that have helped Bird succeed. Rooney, whose illustration efforts include Kim Chaffee’s Her Fearless Run (2019), illustrates the story with color and drama. A lively introduction to a basketball star."—Booklist"One of the most dominant WNBA players of all time is also known as a passionate activist and all-around good person. ... The Heart of the Storm tells the story of an energetic but shy girl who would go on to athletic fame.—Seattle's Child"We can’t wait for this picture book bio about everyone’s favorite Storm player."—Tiny Beans"Full of can-do spirit, this book is a great inspiration for the athlete in your life."-BrightlyMentyka writes extremely well. She does a beautiful job of keeping things concise for a picture book and yet give wonderful details to expand on the story.--Kiss the Book

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Book SynopsisThis powerful tribute to Civil War nurse Clara Barton and her heroic efforts during the Battle of Antietam reveals how she earned the name The Angel of the Battlefield, and shows the beginnings of her journey as one of our country''s greatest humanitarians and the founder of the American Red Cross.During the Civil War, Clara Barton—one of the first women to receive permission to serve on a battlefield—snuck her supply wagon to the head of a ten-mile wagon train to deliver provisions to the Antietam Battlefield. On the bloodiest day in American history, Clara and her team of helpers sprang into action as they nursed the wounded and dying, cooked meals for soldiers, and provided doctors with desperately needed medical supplies and lanterns so they could operate through the night. Author Claudia Friddell blends her words with Clara Barton’s firsthand account to capture the nurse’s brave actions, while Christopher Cyr’s dramatically accurate illustrations portray one of the most heroic women in history.

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Book SynopsisThis behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the classic and beloved picture book Make Way for Ducklings will captivate young artists, writers, readers, and animal lovers alike.While writing and illustrating the beloved picture book Make Way for Ducklings, Robert McCloskey brings a flock of ducklings into his tiny New York City apartment. But an artist + a bunch of ducklings in his apartment = chaos! There are ducklings in the bathtub and ducklings in the kitchen, quacking at dawn and sitting on his desk. Can he learn to draw them just right before they grow too big?This glimpse into the creation of a much-loved story for kids is a must-read for fans of children?s books, or for anyone who is interested in the creative process and the importance of persistence.?Emma Smith has done a bang-up job imagining how my father wrote Make Way for Ducklings.I enjoyed reading her book.??Jane McCloskey, daughter of Robert McCloskey and author ofRobert McCloskey: A Private Life in Words and Pictures?A wonderfully rollicking rendition of the storybehind the story.??Gary D. Schmidt, Newbery Honor-winning author of books for children and author of Robert McCloskey

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Book SynopsisPatience pays off for Leo and his sisters as they wait for the right bus to take them to the park!Leo and his family are waiting for the bus, but each one that passes just isn''t the right bus for them. First a red bus filled with a hen, a cow a duck, a goat and a horse, and driven by a sheep goes by, bound for the farm. Next a yellow bus jam-packed with fish, sharks and octopuses passes on it''''s way to the aquarium. When will a bus for people come by?Kids will hoot and howl with delight as one bus after another, filled with assortments of animals and sea creatures, passes Leo and his family in this comical and charming story.They will join in the repetitive phrases as they predict and identify the colors of the buses and the destination of each one.And, in the end, patience pays off for Leo and his family as the bus arrives to take them to the park. Questions for discussion and labeled parts of a bus are provided to encourage further conversation.

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Book SynopsisWith more than 210 oversized stickers and over 60 pages of puzzles, activities and scenes to create, Giant Sticker Unicorn Fun is perfect for young creative puzzlers ages 3 and up!Oversized stickers and colorful puzzles make this an irresistible activity book, especially for unicorn fans. Kids will enjoy inventing their own unique unicorns by mixing and matching jumbo stickers, each approximately 2 inches tall. Plus, they can use stickers to complete activities like Hidden Pictures puzzles, That’s Silly scenes, mazes and more.Stickers aren’t just great for quiet, screen-free entertainment, they help young children improve their fine motor control, all while expressing their creativity! Designed with little hands in mind, the colorful jumbo stickers in this 64-page book will make it a favorite at home or on the go.For over 75 years, Highlights has inspired children to become Curious, Creative, Caring and Confident individuals. With products that encourage thinking, creativity and self-expression, Highlights helps kids build essential skills, all while having fun.

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Book SynopsisFrom Megaldon to the Loch Ness Monster, this charming and educational board book leaves no tooth unturned, Young readers will be gently introduced to some of the most amazing sea monsters the world has ever known featuring marine reptiles including, Ichthyosaurs, Plesiosaurs. Mosasaurs. Basilosaurus, Liopleurodon, Dunkleosteus, Helicoprion, giant sea scorpions, giant squid, Livyatan, local legends and more.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.GN Sea Monsters takes little adventure seekers on an unforgettable journey into the prehistoric past and present.

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Book SynopsisThis adorable board book takes young Mexican children on a journey around Mexico, exploring famous landmark and attractions including Mexico City, Guadalajara, Cancún, Los Cabos, Copper Canyon, Islas Marietas, Chichén Itzá, Catedral Metropolitana, Mexican culture, local foods, wildlife, sports, and more. Vamonos! This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Young readers will enjoy exploring local Mexican culture and exciting attractions.

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Book SynopsisBuenas Noches Nuevo México explores Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Silver City, Taos, and Santa Fe, Carlsbad Caverns, White Sands National Monument, the Gila Cliff Dwellings, the International UFO Museum Research Center, hot air ballooning, and more. Jump into your hot air balloon and let''s explore the great state of New Mexico. Little ones will discover all the unique sights and attractions this lovely region has to offer.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.Young readers will cheer as they explore the great state of Nuevo México.

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Book SynopsisLittle counters will squeal with delight as they count their way through the city of Boston, discovering famous attractions and historic landmarks including the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, rowers on the Charles River, Swan Boats, the famous ducklings at Boston Common, colorful fish swimming at the New England Aquarium, Fenway Park baseballs, students studying at the Boston Public Library, dinosaurs at the Museum of Science, Boston Marathon runners, and more.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.Young Bostonians will cheer as they count their through the historic city of Boston.

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Book SynopsisLittle counters will squeal with delight as they count their way through the great state of Arizona, discovering famous attractions and historic landmarks including the Grand Canyon, Colorado River, wildlife, desert flowers, ancient rock art, rodeo cowboys, Navajo Nation’s Monument Valley Tribal Park, Merrick Butte, Cathedral Rock, Arizona sports, and more.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.From the Grand Canyon to desert wildlife, young children will cheer as they count their way around the state of Arizona.

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Book SynopsisLittle counters will squeal with delight as they count their way through the great city of Sedona, discovering famous attractions and historic landmarks including the Chapel of the Holy Cross, Bell Rock, Devil’s Bridge, Red Rock Scenic Byway, Oak Creek Canyon, Airport Mesa, Broken Arrow Trail, hiking, desert plants, wildlife, and more. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.From desert wildlife to Bell Rock, young children will cheer as they count their time around Sedona.

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Book SynopsisLittle counters will squeal with delight as they count their way through the great region of the Ozarks, discovering famous attractions and historic landmarks including Lake of the Ozarks, Silver Dollar City, Mark Twain National Forest, Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium, Titanic Museum, MIna Sauk Falls, caverns, mountains, hiking, fishing, camping, and more.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.From the Mark Twain National Forest to Lake of the Ozarks, young children will cheer as they count their way around the Ozarks.

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Book SynopsisFrom the Acropolis to the Greek islands, young readers will enjoy touring this fascinating country, discovering historical landmarks and famous attractions including Athens, the Acropolis Museum, Plaka, Parthenon, National Archeological Museum, Attica Zoological Park, Mount Lycabettus, Greek culture, local foods, beaches, and more. Opa!This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Young readers will enjoy this fun and fascinating board book about Greece.

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Book SynopsisLittle counters will squeal with delight as they count their way through the fabulous town of Aspen, Colorado, discovering famous attractions and historic landmarks including the Maroon Bells, historic downtown, Elk Mountains, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, Silver Queen Gondola, John Denver Sanctuary, wildlife, mountain climbing, and more. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.Children will delight in counting their way through one of Colorado''s most scenic towns.

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Book SynopsisLittle counters will squeal with delight as they count their way through the Hamptons, discovering famous attractions and historic landmarks including Montauk, South Hampton, East Hampton, Sag Harbor, lighthouses, Cooper’s Beach, surfing, boating, and more. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Young readers are sure to smile as they count their way around the Hamptons.

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Book SynopsisLittle counters will squeal with delight as they count their way through Newport, discovering famous attractions and historic landmarks including the Cliff Walk, Ocean Drive, the Newport Mansions, Fort Adams State Park, International Tennis Hall of Fame, Thames Street, sailing, beaches, and more.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Young readers are sure to smile as they count their way around beautiful Newport.

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Book SynopsisThis charming and educational board book takes young outdoor enthusiasts on an unforgettable journey of Arches National Park, featuring Arches Scenic Drive, Park Avenue Viewpoint, Delicate Arch, Balanced Rock, Double Arch, the Windows Section, Devil’s Garden, Landscape Arch, Fiery Furnace, Sand Dune Arch, the visitors center, wildlife, park rangers, and more. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Little adventures will get a personal tour of the incredible Arches National Park.

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Book SynopsisGrab your helmet and start pedaling, it''s time to go for a bike ride. This adorable board book introduces young readers to the wonderful world of biking, featuring tricycles, bikes with training wheels, mountain bikes, BMXs, cruisers, tandem bikes, electric bikes, folding bikes, recumbent bikes, old-fashioned bikes, and more. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Little architects will be introduced to the fascinating world of Frank Lloyd Wright. 

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Book SynopsisWhat reaches everywhere and never tires? Pulling on feathers and galaxies alike? Holding the mighty Milky Way together? Gravity, of course!

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Book SynopsisA lunch box filled with snails and spiders and eggs?! That is not MY lunchbox! Whose could it be?

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Book Synopsis200 Adorable Pictures - Hours and Hours of Puzzle Fun

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Book SynopsisFrom the sounds of a bird greeting the morning sun to the rising of a silver moon at bedtime, a young girl experiences “a mindful day” from start to finish Want to turn a dull day into a wonderful day? Make it a mindful day! When we slow down and pay close attention, we learn what it means to be mindful. In Mindful Day, early readers follow along as a young girl brings this special kind of attention to the various activities of her day with her family. Through Hopkinson’s lyrical narrative and Ng-Benitez’s delightful illustrations, kids will explore feelings such as gratitude and love, learn how our breathing can calm our bodies, and discover how remarkable every moment can be when we experience it as fully as possible. Mindful Day also shares positive examples like being patient, appreciating the little things, and showing empathy, while giving children their first introduction to the life-changing skill of mindfulness.

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Book SynopsisAn illustrated picture book offering a playful introduction to yoga through dinosaurs. The latest yoga picture book from bestselling author Mariam Gates introduces children to the joys and benefits of yoga—through dinosaurs! Triceratops, Pterodactyl, T-Rex, and others learn to bend, stretch, and breathe through a yoga flow. Instead of being sad, mad, or frustrated when things aren’t going their way, the dinosaurs practice yoga to feel better. The book features a parents’ guide to the depicted postures and a glossary of dinosaurs at the back. As the creator of the celebrated Kid Power Yoga, Gates knows that teaching children yoga sets them up for better habits of flexibility, fitness, and self-soothing. With Dinosaur Yoga, kids can stomp, stretch, and snort their way to skills that will serve them for a lifetime.

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Book SynopsisLearn the power of mindful breathing through the fun and interactive exercises in this book. With The Breathing Book, young readers discover the power of mindful awareness through a series of breathing practices and engaging activities designed to calm the mind and body, set positive intentions, and spark creativity and imagination. A book that’s much more than just a book, this interactive offering from Christopher Willard and Olivia Weisser invites readers to bring their full attention to the sights, sounds, and tactile sensations that arise as they explore the practices on each page with awareness. With simple instructions and delightful illustrations, you’ll use your breath to bring this book to life by turning the pages … balancing the book on your head, hand, or belly … tracing shapes and labyrinths …“reframing” troubling thoughts and feelings … sending kind wishes to people and our planet … and many more activities that can be practiced again and again.

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Book SynopsisGather around, children, and hear a tale from far-off Tibet, the fabled Land of Snows. Surely you have heard of it, the mountain home of the legendary Abominable Snowman. How can we soothe the savage beasts of fear, aggression, and intolerance? We do it together, teaches American Buddhist teacher Lama Surya Das, in an authentic teaching tale from the high Himalayas. When the legendary yeti terrorizes a small Tibetan village, the local lama—a cave-dwelling, meditating hermit—shows us how generosity, patience, and a sense of belonging can turn an Abominable Snowman into an adorable one. With themes of resilience, interconnection, acceptance, and a subtle introduction to lovingkindness meditation, this story of spiritual friendship will awaken the hearts of children young and old.

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Book SynopsisA delightful new board book teaches babies and toddlers 10 yoga poses inspired by woodland creatures Yoga Bunny invites you and your little one on a woodland yoga adventure with 10 adorable forest critters. Bunny, raccoon, owl, and deer—the gang’s all here! From Hero and Half Lotus to Cat and Cow, Yoga Bunny leads babies and toddlers through these authentic poses and more, with guidance from some of their favorite animal friends. With the fourth yoga board book in her wildly popular series, Sarah Jane Hinder offers parents, grandparents, teachers, and daycare providers a wonderful new way to help children increase body awareness, coordination, concentration, and self-soothing. The left-hand page shows an illustration of a child performing a pose, with the facing page featuring a woodland animal in the same pose, along with a playful narrative. Yoga Bunny also includes a complete yoga flow with instructions for all 10 poses.

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Book SynopsisThis picture book biography tells the story of Meg Lowman, a groundbreaking female scientist called a "real life Lorax" by National Geographic, who was determined to investigate the marvelous, undiscovered world of the rainforest treetops. Meg Lowman was always fascinated by the natural world above her head — the colors, the branches, and, most of all, the leaves and mysterious organisms living there. Meg set out to climb up and investigate the rain forest tree canopies — and to be the first scientist to do so. But she encountered challenge after challenge. Male teachers would not let her into their classrooms, the high canopy was difficult to get to, and worst of all, people were logging and clearing the forests. Meg never gave up or gave in. She studied, invented, and persevered, not only creating a future for herself as a scientist, but making sure that the rainforests had a future as well. Working closely with Meg Lowman, author Heather Lang and artist Jana Christy beautifully capture Meg's world in the treetops.Trade Review2022 Green Earth Book Award WinnerNCSS Septma Clark Award, Elementary Level HonoreeNSTA/CBC Best STEM BookJunior Library Guild SelectionJohn Burroughs Association Riverby Award Honorable Mention, Sigurd F. Olson Nature Writing Award"Lang’s text is rich with metaphor and personification...[and] Jana Christy’s stunning illustrations of the rainforest foliage are appropriately lush and vibrant, brimming with cool-toned greens and blues. This is artwork you’ll want to fall into face-first. The book’s back matter is as excellent as the primary narrative. It includes a lengthy author’s note, a hefty bibliography and a vertical spread that illustrates the layers of a rainforest, which is worth the cost of admission all by itself. The Leaf Detective is a wonderful introduction to a scientist who discovered her life’s passion by looking up." —BookPage"A nice addition to any rainforest or biography unit, this straightforward selection provides an inspiring portrayal and focuses on Lowman’s inventiveness and dedication through engaging, poetic text augmented by original quotes. Christy’s striking illustrations use leafy patterns and repetition of vignettes to underscore the White woman’s enthusiasm and determination... an exciting tale of exploration and adventure that will capture the attention of budding scientists and environmentalists alike. An intricate and satisfying portrait of a dedicated woman scientist, innovator, and activist." —Kirkus Reviews "Lang’s well-balanced coverage shares with audiences the vigor and daring that boosted Lowman into the canopy...and the global activism that now leads her to propose and develop sustainable commercial uses for protected rainforests. Christy’s digital artwork allows Lowman’s golden-haired figure to shine among the sun-dappled shade of the canopy and hints strongly at the vertiginous walkways and platforms Lowman calls workplace." —Bulletin for the Center of Children's Books"This picture book, equal parts biography of Margaret 'Meg' Lowman and informational text about the rainforest, is pure joy. It's informative, interesting, and provides an account of a real woman who never gave up on her dreams in the face of significant obstacles." —School Library Connection"Any class of any age that explores nature, the rainforest specifically, and women at work should use this." —Kiss the Book"Meg Lowman or 'Canopy Meg' is a true hero, a courageous explorer, who made amazing discoveries high in the forest canopy. The Leaf Detective captures the magic of that little-known world with its clear, informative text and fabulous illustrations. Young readers everywhere will be fascinated and inspired to learn more about nature." —Jane Goodall, PhD, DBE, Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and Pioneer of Peace“Margaret Lowman is a pioneer scientist in a discipline that demands exceptional imagination, courage, and physical rigor. But of equal importance, she has created an extraordinarily important branch of environmental and conservation research. Heather Lang and Jana Christy, in this charming introduction, have invited us to climb on up and visit her.” —Edward O. Wilson, Pulitzer Prize winner and Professor Emeritus, Harvard University

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Book SynopsisFrom the USA Today bestselling author of Welcome Little One Sandra Magsamen comes an all-new, interactive seek and find series for babies and toddlers with things that go!Looky looky at an exciting new approach to early learning and introduce your little one to our great, big, beautiful world! In this can-you-find board book adventure, activities will exercise young brains and challenge little ones to search for and identify objects, colors, numbers, shapes, sounds, animals, people, and themes with things that go. The Looky Looky series is perfect for fueling learning and curiosity!Includes over 8 transportation and vehicle seek and find challenges perfect for little learners ages 0-3, featuring cars, trucks, airplanes, and more!Also in the Looky Looky series:Looky Looky: Discover Your WorldLooky Looky Little One Baby AnimalsLooky Looky Little One On the FarmLooky Looky Little One It''s BedtimeLooky Looky Little One It''s the HelpersAnd more!

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