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"To be fond of dancing was a certain step towards falling in love." —Pride and Prejudice, Jane AustenFilled with interactive wheels and pull-tabs and lavishly illustrated, Lit for Little Hands: Pride and Prejudice is an unprecedented kid's introduction to Jane Austen's beloved classic novel. Unlike many board books that tackle the classics, Lit for Little Hands tells the actual story in simple, engaging prose. Gorgeous pastoral illustrations transport the reader to the fields and estates of Lizzy's England, while tons of interactive elements invite kids to spin the dancers at the ball, care for Jane, open a shocking letter, and more! Austen fans will be delighted by the book's attention to detail and clever use of original dialog. And the book's use of super-sturdy board means everyone can enjoy this tale of wit and romance over . . . and over . . . and over again!

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You’ve probably heard that apple cider vinegar can boost your immune system, but did you know it can fight asthma, cure hiccups, and even remove the smell of cat urine? Or that ginger could prevent hypothermia? Or that essential oils could boost your memory?Millions of people are turning away from the harsh effects of modern solutions and back to the gentle but powerful benefits of nature’s oldest remedies. In her 101 Amazing Uses series, Susan Branson, a holistic nutritional consultant, expertly outlines 101 incredible uses for apple cider vinegar, ginger, essential oils, coconut oil, and more. Each book is divided into tabbed sections filled with a total of 101 easy-to-read, bite-sized benefits for everything from health to beauty to household cleaning. Promote healthy skin, reduce stress, boost your metabolism, tenderize meat, and more with these simple, accessible, natural solutions!

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Laura W. Carter’s A Steminist Force is a valuable resource for promoting girl power and encouraging young girls to explore STEM subjects fearlessly, featuring illustrations by Anna Doherty.We are girls as bright as fire!We’re a STEMINIST brigade.Leaving blazing trails behind usOn our groundbreaking crusade. Written in rhyme with young girls in mind, A Steminist Force is a rallying cry of rhythmic prose that celebrates female contributions in STEM fields across the world and throughout history. From mathematicians to meteorologists, from architects to astronauts, this book celebrates pioneering women’s contributions to STEM fields across the world. With backmatter detailing each woman’s individual contributions to her field, this colorful picture book is the perfect classroom or living room tool to introduce children to remarkable women in STEM history and

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CBC Hot of The Press August 2024 PickWith art and text by Brad Sneed, this lift-the-flap picture book turns a mother and daughter into different animals as they go through their morning routine Sneed’s hilarious story goes beyond the typical “After a while, crocodile!” call-and-response and introduces kids to wordplay, rhyming, and obscure animals. With three pages of fun facts about all the animals featured in the book, After a While, Crocodile is both interactive and educational.

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In Alycia Pace’s board book How to Put a Dinosaur to Bed, join two siblings as they learn the value of sleep, with help from an adorable triceratops. Bedtime struggles made fun and easy! Having a dinosaur is SO much fun, but taking care of them can sure make you TIRED. Especially if your dinosaur keeps you up ALLLLLL night long. So how do you get a dinosaur to go to bed and STAY in bed? Along with a cute triceratops, two siblings learn the value of sleep as they attempt to put their dino to bed. Every parent knows the bedtime power struggle can be a waking nightmare, but with a solid routine and gentle reminders, children can learn the tools they need to stay in bed. This hilarious board book places children in the teaching role and allows them to learn the skills for themselves in a fun, easy way.

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Liz Swenson’s Raising Tiny Humans is your illustrated field guide to navigating the wild jungle of parenting toddlers. It’s a jungle out there in the wild world of parenting! Just when you think you’ve got it down, a new phase emerges to keep you on your toes. There are plenty of books about the first year and caring for an infant, but once you have a curious, tottering toddler who seems intent on finding danger, it’s a whole different animal! With this full-color illustrated field guide as your constant companion—full of tips, tricks, and a healthy dose of humor—you’ll feel confident embarking on the adventure of parenthood for kids ages one and beyond! With chapters on body and brain development, behavior, and the ever-pressing question of how to help your child become the best human they can be, Raising Tiny Humans is the compass every parent needs to guide them on their way.

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It's Opening Day! Yankee Stadium towers grand, gleaming, and ready! On April 18, 1923, the New York Yankees played against the Boston Red Sox in their very first game in the brand-new Yankee Stadium. All the key players were there-future Hall of Famers Babe Ruth, Waite Hoyt, Bob Shawkey, Miller Huggins-and so were the supporters-Eddie Bennett, the legendary Yankee batboy; Jack Lenz, Yankee Stadium's first public announcer; five-year-old Little Ray Kelly, Babe's lucky charm; and more than 70,000 fans! Every person in the stadium on opening day was part of this legendary event, and now you can be too. With beautiful, true-to-event illustrations reminiscent of Norman Rockwell, and with facts on every page about the stadium, the teams, and that very first fateful game that christened the original Yankee Stadium, The House That Ruth Built is the perfect book for kids and baseball fans everywhere. Take a step into the past and watch the baseball greats make history!

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The Mouse Museum of Modern Art is home to paintings and sculptures by the most famous mice artists of the last one hundred years, from Parmesan Picasso to Gouda Kahlo. Take a tour of mouse art history and styles with Curator Marcel, and learn about art movements and styles like Cubism, self-portraits, Pop Art, and many more that have influenced art today. And we can’t forget the cheesy fun facts and activities that go with them! With adorable mice drawn in famous artwork and an entertaining mix of mouse humor and history facts, Marcel's Mouse Museum is both educational and fun! Plus, each artist comes with an activity to try at home, perfect for inspiring the artist in everyone. The entire experience will be un-brie-lievable!

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Take a journey with Jana Rushforth, illustrator behind the Instagram phenomenon @wordfindersclub. Hike through the lakes and mountains of the mind to discover your inner strength and your capacity for growth. This chunky mini book is the perfect gift for anyone on a quest for joy.

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All aboard the dino train! Join Brachiosaurus, Triceratops, and Velociraptor on a train ride that teaches fun facts about the adorable alphabetized dinos aboard this 56-inch fold-out train (perfect for playtime or room decor)! Printed on both sides with boldly colored and hilarious dinosaur illustrations, the book includes a handy velcro clasp to keep everything snuggly shut when reading time is over. A perfect interactive primer for teaching dinosaur names and letter sounds to kids, Dino Train provides that colorful, educational, and toy-like experience that makes learning fun.

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I feel happy! I feel angry. I feel silly! Teaching children how to name their feelings is the first step toward helping them express those feelings appropriately and feeling empathy for the feelings of others. From artist Larissa Honsek, the creator of Opposites and Let's Move!, comes a new cast of colorful clay characters to teach toddlers about emotions because we all have big feelings.

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Moo moo! Oink oink! All aboard the Farm Train, now a durable, oversized, 26-piece, 50-inch floor puzzle! Packaged in an adorable box with a rope handle, this sturdy puzzle is perfect for little hands. From the friendly farmer revving the tractor engine to the neighing horse in the caboose, this colorful puzzle will teach fine motor skills and animal names and sounds on its way down the tracks!

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"If you judge people, you have no time to love them."—Mother Teresa With gorgeous, detailed illustrations and simple text, this chunky board book with a sweet finger puppet of the nun who inspired the world with her kindness lets your child step into Mother Teresa’s shoes as she helps the poor and hungry. You, too, can be kind like Mother Teresa! Through reading and play, Finger Puppet Heroes inspire children to acquire the attributes and talents of the world’s greatest figures.

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This beautiful adaptation of the beloved The Boy and The Moon—winner of multiple international independent film awards—tells the story of a boy who swims the deepest seas and slays the mightiest dragons to win the Moon’s love.

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From the popular Instagram account @oliviaherrickdesign comes a collection of designs for every stage of your success journey. Each page will include Olivia's reflections, meditations, and encouragements for daily life—all designed in the unique and modern style Olivia has become known for. If you’re feeling down on yourself, not sure where to start, or already on the road to success, there is a page for you. This chunky mini book is the perfect gift for anyone starting a new journey!

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It’s the clawsomest time of year: summer vacation! All Marvin and his friends want is to enjoy their turf—the park across the street—and play superheroes to their hearts’ content. But when bullies arise, so does conflict. Suddenly a power struggle erupts over playground dibs. It’s Marvin and his band of Super Scarers versus Drake the Dreadful and his too-cool-for-school henchmen! But the monsters discover that bullying isn’t always black and white, good guys and bad guys. By using tools such as ST4 and a circular role-playing game, Marvin and his friends discover that defeating bullying doesn’t always mean defeating bullies. In fact, with a little help from your friends, anyone can rise to the occasion. Marvin's hilarious doodles and diary entries chronicle his delightful adventures, misadventures, and eventual triumph in a funny, relatable way. It's the one series on ADHD and associated issues that kids will actually want to read!

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Sandwiches: the ultimate comfort food with endless amazing combinations. But you won’t find a PB&J in this delicious collection. These are gourmet sandwiches with a twist, and every recipe makes it easy for busy people to come home after a long day to a satisfying, flavorful sandwich every time. From the Avocado Shrimp Everything Bagel to the Mexican Chicken Sausage and Peppers Sub to the Spinach Artichoke Dip Grilled Cheese, every page will have you drooling. Each section provides a tasty, time-saving approach: Sheet-pan sandwiches save on dishes. Slow-cooker sandwiches let you “set it and forget it.” And breadless sandwiches keep things interesting! With a whole chapter on variations on grilled cheese, The Happy Sandwich is the cookbook every sandwich lover needs!

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Bragging rights and bumper stickers are some of the social forces fueling today’s parenting behavior—and, as a result, even well-intentioned parents are behaving badly. Many parents don’t know how best to support their teens, especially when everyone around them seems to be frantically tutoring, managing, and helicoptering. The Parent Compass provides guidance on what parents’ roles should be in supporting their teens’ mental health as they traverse the maze of the adolescent years. For anyone daunted by the unique challenge of parenting well in this pressure-laden and uncertain era, The Parent Compass offers: ·Advice on fostering grit and resilience in your teen ·Strategies to help your teen approach life with purpose ·Guidance on how to preserve your relationship with your teen while navigating a competitive academic environment ·Clear explanations of your appropriate role in the college admission process ·Effective ways to approach technology use in your home, and much more!Using The Parent Compass to navigate the adolescent years will help you parent with confidence and intention, allowing you to forge a trusting, positive relationship with your teen.

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All aboard the farm train! Complete with tractor wheels, a happy farmer, and the loudest passengers you've ever heard, Farm Train is an adorable two-in-one board book that features brightly illustrated farm animals in every train car. The cow says moo moo, the sheep says baa baa, and the goose says honk honk from the moment the train leaves the station. Farm Train can be read page-by-page as a lap book or be unfolded into a 56" train! (Perfect for play time or room decor!) A handy velcro clasp keeps everything snugly shut when reading time is over.

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Bundle up for a visual adventure of vintage skiing featuring images by one of the most famous ski photographers of that era: Ray Atkeson. With more than 75 skiing photographs in stunning black and white, the snowy slopes of yesteryear will call to black diamond and bunny hill skiers alike.

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Energy is all around us. It makes things move, it heats things up, and it can make things glow to give us light. But where does that energy come from? Learn about different forms of energy, from traditional sources like coal and gas to renewable sources like solar and wind, with interactive elements on every page. Kids can spin a wind turbine, mine for coal and uranium, and learn how energy creates electricity and electricity powers the world around us.

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School’s out and summer camp’s in! When Marvin and his friends meet Joey, a lake monster with a loud mouth and few manners, it seems that Marvin is the only kid in camp who will be his friend. And Marvin’s friendship with the lake monster is causing ripples among his other friends. No one wants to be around the kid who cuts in line, or talks over them, or tells them what he really thinks about their art project. But Joey secretly wants only one thing: friends. Can Marvin help Joey learn how to make—and keep—friends? Marvin's hilarious doodles and diary entries chronicle his delightful adventures, misadventures, and eventual triumph in a funny, relatable way. It's the one series on ADHD and associated issues that kids will actually want to read!

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You've always wanted to try quilting, and now it's easier than ever!In A Beginner's Guide to Rag Quilting, longtime quilter and bestselling author Christine Mann makes it easy to master the beginning principles of rag quilting with 12 easy starter projects. Packed with full-color photographs and tons of creative inspiration, every detail of the book from the step-by-step photographed instructions to the lay-flat spiral binding is designed specifically with the beginning quilter in mind.Readers will also find a brief history of quilting and helpful guides on cutting and coordinating colors, plus delightful extras like pillow patterns and quick-reference guides in the back pocket of the book. Even better, each book comes with a pack of 4 quilt labels and needles so you can proudly stitch your very own labels onto your first creations!

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Caleb Warnock, the author of the bestselling Backyard Renaissance Series, provides the most understandable and important look at the health benefits of water kefir to date. Using his decades of self-sufficiency experience, Caleb makes making kefir simple and easy enough for anyone to have success brewing their own water kefir. Includes: ·The history of water kefir ·Health benefits ·Simple step-by-step instructions ·Recipes ·Frequently asked questions

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Only doesn’t mean lonely. Families come in all shapes and sizes, and even a family with one child is complete and whole. But every family is unique, and raising an only child can seem daunting. As a therapist, the mother of an only child, and an only child herself, Rebecca Greene is an expert in the variety of issues that surround raising an only child, and she knows that parenting an only child is a complex endeavor, no matter how you came to be one and done. This comprehensive guidebook will explore the reasons why a family might have one child, discuss the benefits of having an only child, debunk the stigmas of only children, and provide tips and strategies for creating a happy home environment and building a strong community for your only child. It covers what to do when your only child is lonely, how to develop new family traditions, how to plan meaningful trips for your family, how to choose the ideal neighborhood, and more! Packed with research, first-hand accounts, and tried-and-true methods and advice, One and Done is the ultimate resource for raising a happy and thriving only child.

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Grandmothers make the best cookies and give the best hugs, but there's so much more to being the kind of grandmother who leaves a legacy that stands the test of time. New York Times #1 bestselling author and grandmother Linda Eyre shares her secret formula for teaching your grandchildren values, building meaningful connections with them, and giving them grit and resilience in an ever-changing world. Broken into short, digestible chapters for quick reading, this guidebook is filled with time-tested advice and stories from a panel of grandmothers, plus an appendix of easy, delicious recipes to feed a crowd at your next family reunion.

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Unicorn is a unicorn. And Horse is, well . . . not.Horse is brown. Horse is plain. And Horse can't stand the unicorn he shares a pen with. Unicorn dances. Tra la la! Horse does not. Blah blah blah. But when robbers kidnap Unicorn for a local circus, what will Horse decide to do? Packed with forty-eight pages of hilarious illustrations and deadpan wit, Unicorn (and Horse) is a funny yet endearing lesson on envy with one important truth: We are sometimes unicorns. We are sometimes horses. And happiness doesn't always come from pink cupcakes for breakfast.

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For me, brown is more than feeling proud. It’s the color I see when I see me. Zahra sees the world in vivid color. When she’s happy, she feels a razzle-dazzle pink in her hands. When she’s sad, she feels a deep blue behind her eyes. But she isn’t quite sure how to feel about the color of her skin. Kids at school tell her she is different, but her mother tells her to be proud! From a diverse team and based on extensive research, The Proudest Color is a timely, sensitive introduction to race, racism, and racial pride.

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Josh was a squirrel without a family. Between the pelicans, the leopards, the otters, the snakes, and many more, no one seemed to want a squirrel like him. Josh didn’t want a family, either. He did everything he could to scare those families away first, but the elephants weren’t like other families. The elephants were very large and very patient, and they wanted Josh to be part of their family today, tomorrow, and the day after tomorrow. When Josh takes his plans a little too far and gets into a sticky situation, will Josh finally be convinced that this family is his?From award-winning motivational speaker and bestselling author Josh Shipp comes a mostly autobiographical tale about finding home. With hilarious illustrations and a heartwarming message, No Matter What: A Foster Care Tale is sure to have your own family in peals of laughter and holding each other tight.

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Cooking Through Cancer: 50 Easy and Delicious Recipes for Treatment and Recovery is a cancer fighter and cancer caregiver's best friend for combating the symptoms caused by treatment and for enhancing the recovery process. Written by Richard Lombardi, The Cancer Fighting Chef and a cancer survivor himself, it is packed with nutrient-rich recipes—some from Richard's own award-winning restaurant—and is conveniently organized by tabs for delicious food during treatment and recovery. Each recipe is powered with cancer-fighting ingredients, which are called out on the side of each page. And because cooking can be tough when you're recovering from treatment, this book is brimming with helpful shortcuts, kitchen basics, a quick-reference list, and a sample grocery list. Even better, it includes 10 kid-friendly recipes that the whole family can enjoy, plus recipes from professional chefs and celebrities that have joined the fight against cancer, including Jay Leno and Mark DeCarlo.

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Every creature on Earthhas a dance all its own,but none so well-knownas the flamingo’s flamenco.A flamenco-dancing flamingo struts and swaggers, certain that he is the best dancer in the animal kingdom. From hip hopping hippos to tap dancing tigers, each animal finds its own jungle boogie, and Flamingo soon discovers that no two dancers are the same—and that's okay! A fantastic book for any child who loves dancing or animals, Flamingo Flamenco and its rhythmic text and boldly colored animals will get your little dancers wriggling and jiggling.

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2021 Royal Dragonfly Book Award Silver Medal WinnerFinalist for Kids Choice Book Awards Friendships are tough to navigate, even for adults. The preteen years can be particularly sticky, but we’ve got your back! Packed with fun quizzes, colorful illustrations, and stories about girls just like you, BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends) is the ultimate interactive guidebook to help you learn the ins and outs of friendship. Explore the topics of gossip, bullying, and feeling left out, along with ways to strengthen the friendships that mean the most to you. Author Jessica Speer is an expert on post-pandemic friendships with experience in helping tweens, teens, and young adults navigate their social relationships.

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2023 Storytelling World Resource Award honoreeWhen I was born, I kept my eyes squeezed shut so tightly that my mom called me Mr. Magoo from a cartoon she loved. My dad said I was going to be bilingual, like him, so he called me El Señor Magoo. Little Antonio has a LOT of names. Different relatives call him different names, but the real culture shock happens when he goes to school for the first time. A celebration of biracial heritage and cultural identity from award-winning Cuban American storyteller Antonio Sacre, My Name Is Cool teaches children to be proud of their heritage and the things that make them different. Different is COOL.

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Dog parents only want the best for their fur babies. With Teach Your Dog to Read, you can train your dog to recognize up to 20 different words and commands (yes, really!). These spiral-bound flash cards have a simple word or short phrase on one side for your dog to read and a hilarious sketch just for you on the other. Using this book is no different than training your dog to sit. It’s a matter of showing them the word, saying it, and then sealing the deal with a treat. Action-oriented words or commands like walk, leash, down, and treat will pair nicely with your dog’s typical training, or you can use the book to train your dog and teach them to read simultaneously. Maybe next time you sit down to read with the family, your best friend can join in the fun!

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On this birthday, remember who’s giving to who, because the best gift of all, is when you gave me YOU. Award-winning poet and artist Clay Rice brings his signature papercut style to this tender birthday affirmation of positive praise for a special child. Amidst the presents and candles, this gorgeous picture book reminds the child that they are the greatest gift! It’s your playful spirit and creative spark. And your sweet soul and loving heart. You shine like the sun in all that you do, you gave me a gift when you gave me you.

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Master 100 essential outdoor knots with help from John Sherry, the world’s leading knot-tying educator! Based on the wildly successful Pro-Knot cards and Sherry’s own NetKnots.com website, Knot It! is an unprecedented resource for novices and masters alike. Full-color pages clearly illustrate knot-tying instructions for 100 must-learn knots, plus clever uses and other essential information. The hardcover book also comes with a set of John’s coveted 1,000,000-copy selling Pro-Knot cards: 5 waterproof, vinyl, quick-reference cards you can take literally anywhere! Knot It! also includes a length of high-grade paracord rope to practice with.

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Essential oils have been used for thousands of years in many cultures for a variety of health purposes. These ancient oils act as natural medicines and contain the most proven therapeutic compounds in the world. You can find a variety of oils on the market today, but how do you use them? When used properly, essential oils can help alleviate stress, repel mosquitoes, overcome jet lag, reduce wrinkles, and so much more. Millions of people are turning away from the harsh effects of modern solutions and back to the gentle but powerful benefits of nature’s oldest remedies. In her 101 Amazing Uses series, Susan Branson, a holistic nutritional consultant, expertly outlines 101 incredible uses for everyday ingredients like apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, and coconut oil. Each book is divided into tabbed sections filled with a total of 101 easy-to-read, bite-size benefits for everything from health to beauty to household cleaning. Promote healthy skin, reduce stress, boost your metabolism, tenderize meat, and more with these simple, accessible, natural solutions!

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This delightful inspirational quote book contains a collection of 200 quotes from famous minds to the lesser-known anonymous thinkers that will lift your spirits and make every day a little brighter. Each quote has been handpicked to help you embrace the power of positive thinking, inspire self-esteem, and summon your inner greatness. This beautifully packaged book also contains 3 inspirational notecards enclosed in a sealed envelope, decorative pages, and a sheet of labels to mark your favorite quotes for quick inspiration.

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Author Lynn Becker and illustrator Nate Carvalho’s board book June Moon is a whimsical bedtime story that sparks imagination and laughter as the moon mirrors a child’s playful actions, becoming a cherished favorite for young readers year-round and a perfect bonding experience for parents and children before sleep.Rising moonShining moon,Magic as a June moon. A story of seasides and summertimes, in June Moon, the rising and setting of the moon mirrors a child’s imaginative play and bedtime routine, all bathed in the natural magic of an evening in June. With gorgeous illustrations and seamless transitions between reality and the fantasy of a child’s view of the night sky, readers of all ages will reach for this lilting bedtime poem again and again.

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Honk! Honk! Find your balance with some help from your favourite construction vehicles. With child-friendly yoga poses that mirror different trucks, Big Truck Yoga encourages both movement and stillness in young children, along with a healthy dose of imagination!

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Author Christopher Robbinsand illustrator Susanna Covelli’s PuzzleTrain, an engaging 26-piece puzzle about dinosaurs and designed for little hands, fosters motor skills and cognitive development while delivering endless fun. All aboard the dino train! Join Brachiosaurus, Triceratops, and Velociraptor on a train ride that teaches fun facts about the adorable alphabetized dinos aboard this 26-piece puzzle that builds a 52-inch train! Printed on both sides with boldly colored and hilarious dinosaur illustrations, this puzzle and primer teaches dinosaur names and letter sounds to kids and makes learning fun.

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Discover hope and encouragement in Little Drop of Courage: A Daily Guide for Cultivating Courage Through Gentleness and Self-Compassion, a gentle and easily applicable book, created by an artist and mental health advocate who understands the journey firsthand. Sometimes all we need is a little boost of courage to stop should-ing ourselves and take back the narrative of our own life! From the popular Instagram account @iamhayleykaye, illustrator and mental health advocate Hayley Kaye encourages readers to care for themselves through brightly colored illustrations and messages. This mini-book is the perfect gift for anyone to cultivate gentleness and self-compassion!

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With 1001 acts of kindness in 25 categories, this book brings people together, ignites conversations, and creates connections in our fast-paced world. So often we feel weighed down by problems at home, hassles at work, or the issues facing society. Imagine instead feeling empowered, optimistic, and purposeful about intentionally taking tiny steps to make the world a kinder place. Award-winning author Dallas Woodburn’s 1001 Ways to Be Kind is a fun, dive-in-anywhere book with 1001 acts of kindness broken down into 25 different categories, from everyday kindness to kind acts for children to do and kind acts to do on your lunch break. Graphically designed by McKay Rappleyea in full color, each section provides ideas, motivation, and hope. Immensely giftable AND actionable, this is the book our world is yearning for right now—a little book that could spark a big movement—touching people’s hearts, building bridge

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2023 NSTA Best STEM Book of the Year Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, or online—the ways to play a video game are endless and varied, just like the jobs and skills it takes to make a video game. It's so much more than just coding! Award-winning video game developer Denis Galanin dives deep into the world of video game development, from the art team to the music, from pre-development to release. With cool video-game style illustrations and simple, child-friendly information on the most essential topics in game design, The Amazing World of Video Game Development is the perfect introduction for young gamers and future developers. Whether your child wants to learn more about the process or enter into the game development universe, this book will put the controller in their hands!

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A is for American—the shorthaired, friendly cats that crossed the sea on sailing ships and kept them free of rats. B is for each breed of cat. A breed defines the way a feline looks, the way it sounds, and how it likes to play. C is for the claws attached to each cat’s padded feet. Cats use their claws to dig and climb and capture mice to eat. Furry felines fill the pages of this ABC picture book, introducing different species, behaviors, and eccentricities of cats. Packed with everything you should know about your cat, from how fast they run to why they like to purr, P Is for Purr is the perfect book for kids and cat lovers alike. Whether they are learning to read or they just like cats, this book will have something for everyone!

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As I watch you prance around, I can't help but smile. You remind me of a creature from the woods, my child. You have a deer fawn's timid steps into the unknown. But your steps have gotten bigger as you've learned and grown. With tender words and lush illustration, this sweet board book compares a child's movements and mannerisms to creatures from the woods. From the fox to the bear to the bunny, each baby animal explores the world around them and learns along the way?-just like children do. The rich woodland colours and sweet animal families will make Creature from the Woods a bedtime favourite!

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Emmy award-winning TV host, social media personality, lifestyle expert, and mom of two, Maria Sansone, knows that when it comes to weeknight dinners . . . the struggle is real. In Oh $#!% What's for Dinner? Maria shares 65 of her go-to, no-fuss weeknight recipes for real life. No appetizers and no desserts because mama don't have time for that on a weeknight. Quick and easy entrees paired with some tried-and-true sides designed to help you through meal time, in no time.From retro comfort foods like meatloaf, mac and cheese, and chicken pot pie to Sansone family favorites like meatballs, fried spaghetti, pizza, and wedding soup this is a thoughtfully curated collection of fun, kid-friendly, do-able dinners you'll swear by.

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When interacting with Gen-Zers, whether you be their parent, teacher, coach, relative, neighbor, or anything in between, the generational divide can seem larger than ever. Gen-Zers ignore you, they refuse to turn on their Zoom cameras, they procrastinate, they make strange jokes, they have short attention spans, and they take so many selfies. But that isn’t all there is to Generation Z. What Would Gen-Z Do? will help you reach across the generational divide and learn how to navigate your relationships with Gen-Zers. In this guide to everything Gen-Z, John Schlimm, Harvard-trained educator and Gen-Z advocate, uses his extensive experience in working with the younger generation to offer some insight for anyone who’s navigating the Gen-Z universe. In 51 chapters, you’ll find quick, relatable lessons and activity ideas that crush the stereotypes and stigmas of Generation Z and shed light on who your Gen-Zers really are—intelligent, compassionate, courageous, and honest future leaders. Love them, appreciate them, and encourage them to rock on!

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