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Watch out for Tico Tango! He wants all of the fruit in the forest for himself, even though it belongs to other animals. Will he anything make this fruit-snatching parrot learn his lesson? Find out in this musical story that teaches kids about colors, animals, and being grateful for what they have.

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This easy-to-follow anthology includes both famous and lesser-known folk tales from Germany, Norway, Russia and beyond! Each of the 7 stories imparts an important lesson using quirky illustrations, humorous text and lovable characters to keep listeners engaged. This new paperback edition includes online access to the audio recording of the story read by the author, master storyteller Hugh Lupton.

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Dreamy Emery loves doodling wild inventions . . . but when a new friend moves in next door with piles of tools and ideas, can they build a real flying machine together? This charming celebration of intergenerational friendship, creativity and the thrill of scientific discovery will delight young inventors and STEM educators alike.

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How can a chilly little penguin get warm? Themes of perseverance, problem-solving and friendship give caregivers and children lots to talk about, while the penguin's amusing antics and the story's sweet ending make for a fun storytime for toddlers.

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Innovative and inclusive, Barefoot Books Children of the World empowers young readers to learn about children around the globe and ponder their own place in it. Created with the guidance of diversity specialists, this groundbreaking work of narrative nonfiction addresses the need for children's books that depict diversity, while demonstrating the interconnectedness and uniqueness of all people.

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Featured in Time Magazine’s Top Ten Children’s Books of 2007, this beautiful poem celebrates the bond between parent and adopted child in a special way. Through the exchanges between a little girl born in China and her adoptive parent, this title offers a poignant and inspiring message to adoptive parents and children all over the world. Text royalties are donated to the charity The Mothers’ Bridge of Love, founded by bestselling author Xinran.

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Discover all the forms kindness can take! Fifty unique games, crafts and mindfulness activities help kids develop empathy and respect for themselves, their loved ones and the wider world. Written by preschool mindfulness experts Dr. Helen Maffini and Whitney Stewart, the cards include hands-on solo and group activities perfect for home or classroom use and beyond.

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“Meet the 10 animal families of the meadow in this board book version of the beloved English counting song . . . Perfect for read-alouds” – The School Library Journal Susan Reed's catchy adaptation of this traditional English song explores all kinds of creatures who live over in the meadow. With notes on meadows and the furry mice, bumpy toads and other wildlife in the story. Includes QR code access to audio singalong and video animation.

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When community members work together with trucks and ships to clean up the town’s riverfront, an artist and her child hammer, chisel, weld and zap the found materials into something beautiful. Young makers will find inspiration in the playful, rhyming text and mixed media illustrations, while endnotes provide recycled-art activity ideas. Art project inspired by Steve Bateman, a graduate of Minneapolis College of Art and Design, who is based out of Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

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This board book is perfect for little ones who are just learning how to interact with others . . . Soft backgrounds illuminate the story, whose diverse cast makes these lessons accessible to all Foreword Indies When one toddler in a childcare setting takes all the toy animals for herself, she discovers that monopolizing all the toys can be a bit lonely. Will offering one of the animals to another child help bridge the gap? In this gentle exploration of early friendship, toddlers will recognize the tension between wanting everything to be mine! and the desire to connect with other children.

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The aromas of homemade food sneak their way across an entire multicultural neighborhood as growling bellies wait to be filled withdumplings! Recipes from Nigeria, Syria, China, Russia, Mexico, and more reveal tasty fillings tucked into doughs that are boiled, steamed, fried, and baked . . . Sriram's simple rhyming story celebrating the unifying magic of food pairs well with the childlike naïveté of de Antuñano's inclusive and diverse gouache illustrations Kirkus Reviews Savor a rhyming celebration of one of the world's most universal foods! Readers follow ten diverse families as they cook dumplings inside their homes in preparation for a neighborhood potluck. Dumplings are added to plates one by one, encouraging children to count with each new addition. Authentic recipes for all the dumplings and a map showing their regions of origin are included in the endnotes. Dumpling Day features dumplings from the following regions: India USA (Pennsylvania Dutch) China (C

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Meet a generous merchant''s son, an outlaw-turned-monk and more in 13 thought-provoking stories from India, China, Japan and Tibet. Gentle illustrations and an insightful foreword provide context to help young readers grasp the warmth, wisdom and compassion of Buddhist tradition.

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Ahoy, matey! Set sail with an adventurous group of buccaneers on their galleon. Kids will love to sing and dance and splash along with the catchy singalong and vibrant art time and time again! Includes fun facts about notorious historical pirates from around the world and even a helpful chart naming the parts of a ship. Includes QR code access to audio singalong and video animation.

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Play hide-and-seek with a dragon, a crocodile, a gorilla and all sorts of weird and wonderful creatures. The rhyming text explores familiar rooms of the house and encourages imaginative play. A QR code on the book provides access to video animation and audio. Includes a song sung by acclaimed children's performer Fred Penner.

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What will you see outside your window on the drive home from Grandpa's? Find out in this cheery singalong! Helicopters, trains, tractors and other fun forms of transportation fill the bright acrylic illustrations. At the end, you'll find a recap of the 9 vehicles you spotted throughout the song and the 9 colors introduced. Includes QR code access to audio and video animation.

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Includes digital access to lively audio and animation! In this multicultural version of the traditional song, children from cultures all over the world clap their hands, stomp their feet, pat their heads, and much more. Includes QR code access to audio and video animation.

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Say it with dance! This gorgeous collection will enchant young dancers with stories from eight cultures, including the Polka in the Czech Republic, Limbo in the West Indies and the Waltz in Germany.

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“This series offers solid glimpses of faraway places, more poetry than a tour guide . . . evocative and inviting” – School Library Journal Magandang umaga! Come along for a day in the Philippines. Ride the unicorn jeepney, stop by the sari sari, and cool off with sweet halo halo. Filipino author Moor and illustrator team Happy Garaje draw on their lived experiences to create this beautiful board book, which includes educational endnotes, as part of the Our World series for very young readers.  

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“This series offers solid glimpses of faraway places, more poetry than a tour guide . . . evocative and inviting” – School Library Journal Mbote! Betuabu! Jambo! Come along for a day in DR Congo. Count the fish at the market, watch the cheeky bonobos, and finish the day with a story. Congolese author Nyoko and illustrator Avelino draw on their lived experiences to create this playful board book, which features educational endnotes, as part of the Our World series for very young readers

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Hello, belly button! From tummy time to snack time, from burps to giggles, join baby in discovering what round little bellies can do. With high-contrast design and engaging photographs, Hello, Tummy! is perfect for the very youngest readers.

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The Our World series continues to pack quite a bit of culture for the youngest readers into an easy-to-handle board book Booklist Slava Ukraini! Let's spend a day in Ukraine. Paint eggs, picnic in the park surrounded by paper angels, and take a trip to the river. Ukrainian author Kateryna Yehorushkina and illustrator Olga Shtonda draw on their personal experiences to create this touching board book as part of the Our World series for very young readers.

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“A rousin’, shantylike ditty, slightly shortened and enthusiastically illustrated . . . Sure to spur a raucous singalong” – Kirkus Reviews Ro, ro, the rattlin’ bog, the bog down in the valley-o! Joining Barefoot’s singalong collection, this rollicking traditional Irish tune sung by a traditional Irish band explores an Irish peat bog where a rattlin’ (Irish slang for “wonderful”) tree contains a rattlin’ nest, which contains a rattlin’ egg, which contains a rattlin’ bird . . . all the way down to a seed of a brand-new rattlin’ tree. Includes notes on Irish peat bogs and the creatures that live there, as well as plant and animal life cycles. Includes QR code access to audio and video animation.

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Meet Herb, the dragon who prefers gardening to gobbling meat. When his vegetable-loving ways land him in the castle's dungeon, will he be able to stay true to his values? Packed with wacky visual details and quirky dialogue, Herb, the Vegetarian Dragon overturns your expectations again and again, making for a delightful and thought-provoking read every time.

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Featuring seven classic nursery favorites like Humpty Dumpty, Little Bo Peep and Hey Diddle Diddle, this sturdy board book format is ideal for sharing with babies and toddlers.

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This vivid retelling brings together the best-known stories about Arthur and his court exploring the relationships between the main characters in the legends. Magnificent illustrations by Pavel Tatarnikov add to the atmosphere of Arthurian England.

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Why does the magical Tear Thief catch children''s tears as they fall? Find out in this moving tale about how we express our feelings. Lyrical text by Carol Ann Duffy, one of the most prominent poets writing today, makes this a lovely read-aloud.

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An excellent example of narrative non-fiction for young children Prue Goodwin, School Librarian Set sail along the mighty Nile River to experience the wonders of Egypt. The lilting, rhyming story text is followed by eleven pages full of educational information about ancient Egypt, gods and goddesses, a helpful map, and much more.

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? Júnior, a writer who grew up in a favela in Rio de Janeiro, has created a loving tribute to his home....Digitized acrylic paintings by Starkoff are an artfully composed quilt of colors and activity; they combine the sweep of a grand mural with intimate, relatable moments of fun, joy, and resilience, and provide plenty for young readers to notice and appreciate Publishers Weekly, starred review What do you see from your window? This picture book from Brazil offers a first-hand view of what children growing up in the favelas of Rio de Janiero see everyday. A vibrant and diverse celebration of urban community living, brought to life by unique, colorful illustrations that juxtapose brick buildings with lush jungle plants.

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On Monday, the hen lays an egg in the kitchen. On Tuesday, the shark cuddles a pillow in the living room. Turn the pages and lift the flaps of this whimsical, colorful board book to reinforce learning the days of the week and rooms of the house. With interactive flaps and text that prompts readers to guess what comes next, caregivers and young children will love sharing this book together.

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Discover what happens when a brave woman and her husband are kind to a terrible Chenoo. Instead of letting themselves be scared of this man-eating monster, they feed him, provide him with clothes, and make him snug and warm in their home. This retold folktale, inspired by the Algonquian Nations, promotes a timely message about responding to bullies with friendship and kindness. Brimming with full-color artwork by favorite Barefoot illustrator Sophie Fatus, The Terrible Chenoo encourages readers who are just beginning to enjoy chapter books to grasp more advanced vocabulary and sentence structure.

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This is a very hands-on, interactive book so it would be great for children that learn in this manner - Youth Services Book Review The 450+ reusable stickers in this oversized, 32-page collection guide children on a fact-packed journey around the world, teaching them about each region's people, plants, animals and landmarks. This engaging companion to the celebrated Barefoot Books World Atlas includes a labeled, pull-out world map poster by award-winning artist David Dean.

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Help toddlers learn to “wish happiness, kindness and calm for everyone” -- including themselves! This sturdy yet stylish board book is designed to enable caregivers to practice an ancient mindfulness exercise, the loving-kindness meditation, with children as young as 2 years old. Written by the award-winning author of the bestselling Mindful Kids activity deck, Whitney Stewart, in collaboration with early childhood development specialist Stefanie Paige Wieder, M.S.Ed., Mindful Tots: Loving Kindness uses simple, straightforward instructions and bright illustrations to nurture compassion, self-awareness and a strong caregiver-child bond.

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Babies eat in lots of waysand most of them are messy! Giggle and gurgle together with Baby Food, a charming, inclusive window into all the ways babies enjoy their food: bottle-feeding, nursing, children feeding themselves, families eating together and more. High-contrast, patterned illustrations pair with black-and-white photos of babies' faces to engage newborns' interest, while the repeating refrain and simple vocabulary help build early language skills. Baby Food's rhyming text offers plenty of prompts for caregiver-child interaction to strengthen secure attachment, from snack time to mealtime and every time in between.

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Get ready to play and learn with Bear! For 20 years, Bear has delighted children as Barefoot Books’ most beloved character -- and now, children can practice early math, storytelling and taking turns with Bear as their guide! Created by an early childhood expert, these 30 double-sided cards and instructions for 5 games will grow with your child, making Busy Bear Count and Sort a long-lasting gift.

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Meet a young prince who refuses to go to sleep! The entire kingdom comes out to lend a hand in this rhyming bedtime adventure. There is a hullabaloo of activityjugglers juggling, magicians hypnotizing, dancers dancingbut it is the wonder of a good story that finally does the trick.

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This anthology includes eight traditional tales from all over Africa. Sumptuous hand-sewn collage artwork decorated with African beads adorns these unforgettable tales of bravery, wisdom, wit and heroic deeds

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This collection of seven spellbinding Irish folk tales deserves to be read aloud at every hearth. Larger-than-life characters, dramatic plot twists and a healthy dose of magical enchantment will keep readers absorbed for many happy hours. Includes glossary and pronunciation key for Irish terms.

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A Booktrust Selection book and featured on Wisconsin State Journal''s 2020 list of books kids should be reading now! Babies talk in all kinds of ways - and the people who love them talk back! This unique board book has been specially created for parents and older children to share with new babies, helping to lay the foundations for secure attachment and early language skills.

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A book that eschews words for imagination-stimulating pictures: a storm-wrecked, seashore adventure between a girl and a boy The Guardian This evocative wordless book about the mysteries of the sea invites readers to tell the story in their own words, which stimulates the imagination and helps develop visual literacy. Follow Alison Jay''s distinctive crackle-varnished artwork as a storm -- and what it brings -- transforms the seashore for a day. Includes endnotes on marine life, lighthouses and the intriguing world of items that wash up on beaches.

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Spend a day in France counting the dogs un-deux-trois, taking Doudou out for a walk, and playing until it's time for bonne nuit. Author Evelyne Holingue and illustrator Margaux Carpentier draw on their young lives in France to create an authentic picture of modern French life.

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Hana has a humongous collection of hijabs and accessories - and her hijab is always styled superbly. But when her overflowing collection gets a little out of hand, Hana knows something needs to be done . . . and comes up with a clever plan for sharing her talents and possessions with her community! Young makers will chuckle along with this humorous tale of creative problem-solving and learning to help others.

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When Leila's mother gets sick, lots of things change for her family. But one important thing stays the same: they still have each other, and they know how to find joy and laughter when they need it most! The poetic, uplifting story and hopeful ending are based on the author's own experience battling cancer as the parent of young children.

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A young Muslim girl, cued as Pakistani American, prays for a blessing and ends up being one . . . A sweet story about the importance of sharing and caring that's embedded in Islamic traditions Kirkus Reviews Zahra hugs her cherished teddy bear and prays that Ramadan will bring her a longed-for sister. When her bear subsequently goes missing, Zahra finds herself grappling with intense feelings of loss. Over the next few weeks, as she volunteers with her mother at a local shelter for asylum seekers, Zahra befriends a displaced child, resulting in a newfound sense of gratitude and an unexpected Ramadan blessing.

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Delightful illustrations and clear step-by-step instructions take little ones through a series of simple yoga poses. Happy Tiger playfully invites young children to pretend to be a tiger, moving their feline bodies into specific yoga poses known for increasing feelings of happiness.

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This is an adorable tale of a little toddler who wants to be like his older sibling and his Dad and to wear proper undies, colourful ones with spots and stripes! Children's Books Ireland Motivated by new undies and Daddy's support, a relatable toddler adorably navigates the excitement and challenges of learning to use the potty. Age-appropriate language and engaging illustrations make this simple and sweet story a perfect potty training support for little ones.

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This is a delightful way to have kids learn and develop healthy habits. A welcome addition to a preschool collections School Library Journal Develop healthy habits for growing bodies and minds with a fresh twist on a classic movement singalong. Follow a family through a day from home to school in their diverse community as they engage in healthy habits from good hygiene to reading. Includes educational endnotes about each health topic as well as audio and animation accessed via a QR code on the book.

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