Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Families and family members
West Margin Press My Name is Not Ed Tug
Book SynopsisA sweet, whimsical story about the meaningfulness behind a person's name and the power of accepting people just as they are.Featured in Children's Book Council's Summer 2022 Showcase: Love Makes the World Go Round"Names are so important. They are our parents' first gifts to us. They have history and meaning. For some it is the name we choose that embraces the best version of ourselves. Everyone deserves to be called by their correct name. This was simply beautiful."—Lupe, Bookmarks (Winston-Salem, NC)"Edimorwhitimormiligimmus Tug is determined to teach his classmates and teacher about the important family stories behind his superlong name."—Publishers Weekly, Fall Children's AnnouncementsEdimorwhitimormiligimmus Tug has a very special name that is all his own. But his teacher thinks it's too long and hard to say. One day she shortens it to. . . Ed.But he loves his name just the way it is. So he comes up with a plan—if he can teach everyone his name, maybe they'll love it too!Sweet and whimsical, My Name Is Not Ed Tug empowers readers to own their identities and proudly celebrate who they are.Trade Review"My Name Is Not Ed Tug by Amy Nielander, [is] about a boy named Edimorwhitimormiligimmus Tug, who is frustrated and hurt when his teacher insists on calling him by an abbreviated name."—Publishers Weekly, Fall 2022 Children's Sneak Previews
£13.29
Graphic Arts Books Jo's Boys
Book SynopsisJo’s Boys (1886) is a novel by American author Louis May Alcott. Written while Alcott was living in the historic Thoreau-Alcott House in Concord, Massachusetts, Jo’s Boys picks up ten years after the events of Little Men, which followed the young sons of Jo Bhaer (née March) and Professor Friedrich Bhaer at their newly established Plumfield Estate School. As with the rest of the series, Jo’s Boys was inspired by the educational reforms theorized and practiced by her father. Plumfield boys Tommy, Emil, Nat, Dan, Demi, Rob, and Ted have all grown up, taking with them into the world the lessons they learned at the Plumfield Estate School. Split into sections following the lives of each young man, Jo’s Boys traces the impact on Jo and Friedrich Bhaer’s experimental form of education across a number of diverse—and often difficult—situations. Each character navigates the realities of college, marriage, and work with varying degrees of success, often finding that what they can most rely on is a well-grounded sense of morality, as well as a strong and abundant understanding of themselves as individuals. Emil, Professor Friedrich Bhaer’s nephew, becomes a sailor, gets promoted to second mate, and is faced with the challenge of rescuing his fellow shipmates after a wreck leaves them stranded. Tommy enters medical school but finds it difficult to dedicate himself to his work while weighing his complex affections for Nan and Dora, both of whom he could see himself marrying. The novel’s most compelling character is Dan, who becomes a sheep-herder in Australia before returning to America, being arrested out West, and ultimately discovering his deeply entrenched need to dedicate his life to others. Although originally written for children, Louisa May Alcott’s Jo’s Boys, alongside the other novels in her “March Family Saga,” has long been read and adored by children and adults alike. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Louisa May Alcott’s Jo’s Boys is a classic of American literature and children’s fiction reimagined for modern readers.
£12.34
Workman Publishing Indestructibles: Te amo, bebé / Love You, Baby:
Book SynopsisBooks babies can really sink their gums into! Now in bilingual English and Spanish! Baby loves hugs. Just like baby kitty! Baby loves nuzzles. Just like baby bunny! Baby loves snuggles. Just like baby piggy! Indestructibles is the trusted series for easing little ones into story time. Beloved by babies and their parents, 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
£6.50
Xlibris My Military Mom
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£11.35
Authorhouse A Wish for Uncle Tomatoes and Pop Pop Potatoes:
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£14.95
FriesenPress Winston Wakes
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£18.52
FriesenPress Max Loves Cupcakes
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£9.49
Kidkiddos Books Ltd. Lets play Mom
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£12.99
Hachette Children's Group Oil
Book SynopsisIlluminating and informative guides to some of the most pressing issues in our world today
£13.29
Pan Macmillan Permanent Rose
Book SynopsisPermanent Rose is the third book in Hilary McKay's laugh-out-loud, award-winning Casson Family series.It's a long hot, never-ending summer, with no letters for Rose.Tom went back to America, and Rose hasn't heard from him since. No phone calls, no messages, nothing at all. New friend David, however hard he may be trying, is no replacement.And home doesn't offer relief either: Dad's left Mum for a young model, Caddy is questioning her imminent wedding and Saffy is trying to find her real father.Rose is determined to find Tom in New York. But what else will she find on the way?Follow the family's adventures in the rest of the beloved series: Saffy's Angel, Indigo's Star, Caddy Ever After, Forever Rose and Caddy's World.Trade ReviewSo good it almost hurts . . . charming, affectionate and perfectly written * Independent *From the opening scene ... McKay's third story about the vibrant Casson family is entrancing * The Guardian *Permanent Rose is the antidote to everything that's bad in children's books and, indeed, everything that's bad in life... there are no hard edges but no sentimental slop either, in this beguiling story * The Sunday Telegraph *Realistic dialogue and irresistible characters enliven the tale * School Library Journal *McKay's strength lies in her ability to craft an unputdownable story from everyday happenings, and to handle serious issues and emotions with real lightness. She evokes the whole Casson family so vividly that the reader can imagine their lives going on uniterupted even after the book has been closed. Highly recommended * Bookfest *Rose Casson is the kind of girl we should all want to be... A great sequel to Saffy's Angel and Indigo's Star. * Family Interest Magazine *
£6.99
Pan Macmillan You Can Do Anything, Tyrone!: An Out of This
Book SynopsisYou Can Do Anything, Tyrone! is a fantastic fun tale of imagination and adventure from the award-winning comedian and actor Sir Lenny Henry.Tyrone is going to build a brilliant rocket ship out of building blocks and go on an adventure to the moon! There's just one problem . . . the blocks won't work, and Tyrone quickly loses his temper. Luckily, Grandad Cleveland is on hand to show him that with self belief, a bit of determination and a lot of imagination, there’s nothing Tyrone can't do. In fact, why stop at the moon when there's the rest of the world and a whole universe to explore!A highly entertaining rhyming story full of love, family and fun - brilliantly brought to life by illustrator Salomey Doku.Trade ReviewMinipreneur found this rhyming story extremely entertaining with its themes of love, family and the importance of self-belief. * World Preneur Magazine *Tyrone’s grandad is a wonderful role model of determination, resilience and self-belief. With a big dose of imagination, this wonderful pair has a fantastic adventure and proves that they really can do anything. * Scope for Imagination blog *
£12.34
Xist Publishing I Share My Name
Book Synopsis"A young boy celebrates his Sephardic Jewish cultural tradition of naming children after grandparents"--
£19.94
Roxanne Howman The Crystal Heart Bottle Stopper
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£15.26
Enchanted Lion Books At the Drop of a Cat
Book SynopsisWith lush art by two-time NYT Best Illustrated recipient Violeta Lópiz, a picture book about a boy and his larger-than-life immigrant grandfather, who shares with him the kind of learning that’s not taught in classrooms.★ A New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2023! ★ A NYPL Best Children's Book of 2023! ★ A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2023! ★ A Marginalian Favorite Book of 2023! ★ A 2024 USBBY Outstanding International Book!At six years old, the child-narrator of this picture book loves nothing more than spending time with his grandpa, Luis—especially in his marvelous garden, where green beans reach as high as the sky. Luis’s garden is where the little boy practices reading and writing. But just as importantly, it’s also where he learns wonderful things from Luis, like the names of all the birds in the trees and new expressions that are so much fun to say. Luis's playful vocabulary is as vibrant and full of life as his garden, and phrases that are particular to his way of talking, like "at the drop of a cat" (which means right away), are soon adapted into the little boy's lexicon, too.A talented cook, artist, and gardener, Luis has much wisdom to impart and many experiences to share with his grandson—even though, as a war refugee, he never went to school himself and never learned to read and write. A loving testament to the intergenerational transmission of knowledge and the breathtaking beauty of the natural world, illustrated with evocative, multilayered art by Violeta Lópiz.Trade Review★ A 2024 USBBY Outstanding International Book! ★★ A New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2023! ★”Lópiz’s lush, verdant and empathetic art depicts both their shared interests and the differences that separate them. As grandson and grandfather grow closer, Lópiz gradually pulls back the thick vegetation, creating space for them to show each other their true selves, and show readers something all of us are searching for: a purely human connection.” —Christopher Lassen, member of the 2023 NYT/NYPL Best Illustrated jury & NYPL children’s librarian★ A New York Public Library Best Children's Book of 2023! ★“In this heartwarming story translated from French, lush illustrations provide a verdant backdrop as a young child lovingly speaks about his grandfather. Luis, a Spanish refugee living in France, never learned to read or write, nonetheless his grandson admires his many talents.” —New York Public Library★ A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2023! ★★ “A dark-haired, pale-skinned 6-year-old adores spending time with their grandfather, whom they call Luis. The sensitively written text reveals Luis’ struggles without presenting him as lesser. The young narrator loves how Luis mixes up idioms, the source of the book’s title. Because Luis fled Spain as a child during ‘a terrible war’ and had to work to support himself in France, he never went to school or learned to read and write. Although early on, the narrator informs us, ‘I’m learning to read and write,’ this does not turn into a story centered on Luis’ illiteracy. The grandchild lovingly details their grandfather’s appreciation for birds, cats, and the natural world as well as his many skills, like gardening, cooking, playing guitar, and painting. ‘Dad says Luis is as good as Henri Rousseau,’ the text reads, which provides insight into the artistic inspiration behind Lópiz’s lush, naïve style and flat aesthetic. By book’s end, the narrator can read well, and Luis celebrates this accomplishment with a gift that reinforces their special bond and brings this stunning and tender tale to a satisfying conclusion. Warmhearted and affirming—one to pick up.” —Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW★ A Marginalian Favorite Book of 2023! ★“A bright and immeasurably tender celebration of the many languages of love comes from French author Élise Fontenaille and Spanish artist Violeta Lópiz in their lovely collaboration At the Drop of a Cat… Radiating from the pages is the great tenderness that blooms between the young boy and the old man as they try to understand each other, to inhabit each other’s inner garden… The loveliest thing I have seen in a very long time.“ —Maria Popova, The Marginalian (formerly Brain Pickings)“Lópiz shows in lush, dreamy illustrations the magic of the world Luis shares with the boy. A wonder-filled landscape of flowers, birds, aromatic meals, and cranky cats, it is also a world far beyond what can be taught in a classroom. Showing love and admiration across generations, this sweet title can be a guide for the appreciation of the natural world and the quiet love of family. This lovely purchase is a gentle yet effective work; its story and rich, complex illustrations highlight the joy of sharing the natural world that exists between a boy and his beloved grandfather.” —School Library Journal“A six-year-old narrates this reflection about a cherished grandparent... Luis is a miraculous gardener with an intimate knowledge of wildlife. Artist Lópiz (The True Story of a Mouse Who Never Asked for It) places colorful silhouettes of leaves and birds within the contours of Luis’s face, behind his bushy moustache and serious eyes... The dense foliage that twines through the art mirrors the rich thicket of the grandchild’s thoughts and the grandfather’s knowledge as the two spend time together, sharing Luis’s idiosyncratic idioms ('At the drop of a cat') and celebrating the child’s success in a lushly produced book that asks where worth really lies.” —Publishers Weekly"Lópiz’s beautifully composed, exquisitely controlled illustrations burst with color, capturing impressions and moments with graceful lines and evocative, layered patterns and textures. There is a particularity to the story and characters that makes this book most memorable and spellbinding." —Julie Danielson, The Horn Book★ “The text is lyrical and lengthy; I would almost describe this as an illustrated short story... This book was lovely, absorbing, and wistful without being cloying. The lack of a name or gender for the child will give the book even more resonance for all readers. The child also describes Luis’s art (‘Dad says Luis is as good as Henri Rousseau and he is a really famous painter’) and I assumed that the beautiful illustrations were, in fact, Luis’s drawings that he and the child work on together in the book. They look to be a mix of watercolor and collage, full of the green leaves of Luis’s garden, naive, and easy to interpret with many fascinating details. The child and the grandfather appear repeatedly, with the smaller human nestled inside the outline of the bald, big-nosed grandpa. This will be a wonderful one-to-one read aloud with an adult. The translators have done a great job here; originally published in French, this English translation flows beautifully. I was fascinated by the author’s ability to present hard truths in such a joyful and plain manner. The book manages to be equal parts moving and funny.” —Susan Harari (Keefe Library, Boston Latin School, Boston, MA), Youth Services Book Review, STARRED REVIEW"Verdant, layered artwork by Violeta Lópiz brings a sense of mysticism to At the Drop of a Cat, a picture book by Élise Fontenaille in which a 6-year-old boy describes his relationship with his grandfather, Luis... Against a backdrop of lush, plant-filled pictures, the child explains that Luis had left his home in Spain at the age of 11 and walked overland until he reached safety in France... As the child chatters on, readers ages 4-8 find out more about Luis’s life experiences while also coming to appreciate the things the old man can teach his grandson: songs in Spanish, guitar chords and the difference between edible and poisonous plants... Translated from the French by Karin Snelson and Emilie Robert Wong, At the Drop of a Cat is the sort of picture book that seems intended to awaken empathetic feelings and a child’s aesthetic senses." —Wall Street Journal“French author Élise Fontenaille and illustrator Violeta Lópiz present their own distinctive take on friendship and connection with At the Drop of a Cat, a meditation on the relationship between the book’s six-year-old narrator and his grandpa Luis, a gardener, artist and refugee who fled war in his home country of Spain. Lópiz’s stunning illustrations take readers at child’s eye-level into Luis’s luscious garden, reminiscent of Henri Rousseau’s paintings, with whom Luis’s own art is compared. Luis may be illiterate, but he’s wise and inspiring, and his grandson enjoys his poetically muddled phrases (the book’s title is Luis’s version of “at the drop of a hat”). Nature-themed picture books have flourished in recent times but this is something special: Lópiz’s fluid, overlapping designs really magnify the sense of the pair being at one with the land and each other.” —The Guardian“A young boy shares his observant and abundant appreciation for his grandpa, Luis, in this picture book originally published in France… Love—unstated yet obvious–radiates from every page of a child-centered story set against distinct, expressive illustrations celebrating the natural world that—along with his grandson—clearly brings Luis joy.” —Cooperative Children’s Book Center (CCBC)"Violeta Lópiz uses the technique of painting on transparencies and then layering the transparencies to create fabulous illustrations. Just like the layered illustrations, there is so much depth in this story. The loving relationship between a grandson and grandfather, make it a perfect book for an intergenerational storytime. This is also a story of words, art, and music; of spending time together in the garden; and of a grandchild learning to read, something their grandfather did not have the opportunity to learn... I found myself reading At the Drop of a Cat over and over again." —Paula Holmes, for World Kid Lit
£12.59
Black Rose Writing When Grandpa Gets Going
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£11.95
Innovo Publishing LLC My Hero Doesn't Wear a Cape
Book SynopsisABOUT THE BOOK: My Hero Doesn''t Wear a Cape captures the pride and admiration a young boy feels for his hero-his dad, the soldier. This book realistically depicts, through the eyes of a young boy, what it is like to have a parent serving in the military. He witnesses strangers who come up and shake his dad''s hand, he views his dad marching in parades, he watches with the world as his father leaves for faraway places to help others in need, and he witnesses the strength of his mother. When his dad is home, the young boy describes the softer, gentler, human side of his real-life hero that only his family knows. My Hero Doesn''t Wear a Cape truly touches on the unique experiences military families share. It is honest it its portrayal of how the families of military men and women also serve their country. Author royalties will be donated to charitable organizations who support US military veterans and their families. **** ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Gloria Canada grew up as one of four children in a military family. The pride, strength, and determination she witnessed in both her mother and father during their many moves and her father''s deployment to Vietnam helped to create the strong commitment she has to the many challenges military families face. She has spent over thirty years in the field of education working as a teacher, principal, and consultant. She earned her doctorate from Texas A&M University. Gloria has two grown sons, Charles and Eric, and lives with her husband, Tom, and their dog, Chula, in San Antonio, Texas.
£15.26
Big Blue Sky Press Play Their First BIG Game. A Bugville Critters
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£10.24
Byways Through the Notches: A Zane Johns Adventure
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£9.36
Lucid Books Say Yes Again
Book Synopsis"He is safe here, but he needs to feel safe.""If he''s not going home to his parents, why can''t he stay with us?"Say YES Again is a story about Avery, a loquacious girl whose family welcomes foster children into their home. Avery gets a chance to be both a Big Sister and a Younger Sister when David and Luca are placed in her home. With her parents'' help, she learns about respite care, kinship placement, and what it means to "walk in another person''s shoes." Love, empathy, and compassion grow in Avery''s heart as she realizes the impact of saying YES to foster care and wants to say YES again.The Joy of Avery series offers resources for foster care families and brings the world of foster care to life by exploring Avery''s feelings as her family welcomes foster children into their home. Say YES Again is the third book in this faith-based series. The first book is It''s Okay to Wonder. The second book is Braver Than Me.
£16.14
Lucid Books Your Parents' Love
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£15.42
Matchstick Literary Swish: A Special Gift from Heaven
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£13.99
Kind World Publishing & Consulting, LLC Maddie and Mabel Take the Lead: Book 2
Book SynopsisThe follow-up to the Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection book Maddie and MabelBest sisters Maddie and Mabel are back and navigating new firsts in the second book of this heartwarming series. Who does it right? Who does it best? Who goes first? Who follows? From climbing trees to dancing to starting school, the girls work through their differences together. Follow along with Maddie and Mabel as they approach new experiences with excitement and trepidation. Together, they have just the help they need to solve any new problems that come their way. An excellent follow-up to the applauded series debut Maddie and Mabel, the second book in this collection, Maddie and Mabel Take the Lead, continues the timeless themes of sisterhood and sibling relationships in writing that is reminiscent of Frog and Toad and with illustrations that are equally as enduring in their endearing relationship. Author Kari Allen and illustrator Tatjana Mai-Wyss have crafted another delightful installment of this early chapter book series. Readers will continue to be charmed by this touching tale of siblings and friendship.
£12.34
Familius LLC Adoptees Who Changed the World
Book SynopsisNOVEMBER 2024 HOT OFF THE PRESS CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL PICKFrom the noble strength of Crazy Horse to the innovative genius of Steve Jobs, Adoptees Who Changed the World is a board book introduction to people who made a difference in the worldand who also happen to be adopted Simple text by Lorri Antosz Benson and adorable illustrations by Juanita Londoño-Gaviria teach young readers about the contributions of eight famous adoptees: George Washington Carver, Crazy Horse (Tashunca-Uitco), Nelson Mandela, Faith Hill, Steve Jobs, Jamie Foxx, Simone Biles, and Kristen Chenoweth. A quote from each hero is included on each spread, along with colorful, delightful artwork.
£6.99
Mango Media I Do Not Like Living with Brothers: The Ups and
Book SynopsisLiving With Siblings Can Be Great, Even When They're Brothers#1 New Release in Early Learning Beginner ReadersLearn about the importance of family. I Do Not Like Living With Brothers aims to teach young siblings to see the value and goodness in each other. We never like everything about our brothers or sisters, but if we focus on the positive and recognize that our family cares about us, then we can live in community with greater joy.Turn sibling rivalry into love and kindness. Exploring the family dynamic of a sister living with two brothers, in this children's book, our young narrator discovers that while her brothers are dirty, smelly, and sometimes selfish, they are also kind, funny, and helpful. Author and father Daniel Baxter, cohost of the popular YouTube channel How It Should Have Ended, shows kids that perhaps living with your siblings is not all bad.I Do Not Like Living With Brothers is a great empathy book for kids. With creative examples and fun illustrations, it will teach young girls and boys: How to be more generous Why we should appreciate the people we live with That even though living with siblings can be hard work, it's worth it! If you and your child enjoy seeing examples of tolerance and reading kindness books for children like Be Kind, You're the Biggest, and Kindness Starts with You, you will love I Do Not Like Living With Brothers.
£13.99
Teacher Created Materials, Inc Gregory Greene Wants a Blue Guitar
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£9.47
Xulon Press Rainbow Rainbow
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£18.27
Xlibris Au Christmas Is Here
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£9.95
Xlibris Au Christmas Is Here
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£13.95
Xlibris Us Grandma's Magic Garden
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£11.97
Authorhouse Kira's Special Family
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£14.20
Authorhouse With All My Heart
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£11.95
Around the World Publishing LLC Not Normal
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£5.55
Page Publishing, Inc. Betty Joan's Big Day at the Carnival
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£9.45
Westwood Books Publishing Flash and Dharma and the New Baby: Family
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£12.33
Blurb Blackface Bobby Fables Volume 7 Life Lessons Part
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£43.06
Lulu.com I'll Do It Tomarra Lara Christmas
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£28.42
Authorhouse Mayah's Ice Skating Adventure
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£22.75
Esperanza Press A life, an orphan
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£19.49
Whiskey Tit Rage is a Wolf
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£11.40
Cactus Court Press Papa's Changes: Dementia Through a Child's Eyes
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£15.20
Trunk Up Books Aurora's Orchid
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£17.09
Cultivating Compassion in Children LLC What's Wrong With Grandpa?
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£15.99
Cymanthia Connell MD LLC Samia Learns about Being Courageous
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£11.95
Miss Teacher Mom Publishing Miss Teacher Mom: (A Miss Teacher Mom Book)
£10.99
Maya Johnson It's Okay
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£13.00
Imagine Write Now, LLC My Early Surprise: A Bedtime Story For Preemies
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£18.00
Hodgepodge Publishing Oakwood
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£6.64
Second Story Press Mom Marries Mum!
Book SynopsisA brother and sister are thrilled that their mom and mum are getting married! ! A beautiful celebration of a loving family celebrating an important day together.
£7.59
