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An endearing, simple story about emotions, starting school and missing your mommy or daddy. For toddlers ages 30 months and up, with a focus on the child's emotions. Mila has a tummy ache. She's at school but she doesn't really want to participate or play with the other kids in class. She doesn't feel like playing with puzzles or blocks. She doesn't even feel like eating snacks. Her teacher knows just what it is: "I think you miss your mommy, Mila." Luckily, Mila's friends, Sen and Liza, are there to cheer her up. With their help, Mila finds that she doesn't miss her mommy as much anymore.

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"These suggested general purchases for all libraries are well designed for language development and early reading." - School Library Journal "The thick, durable pages make this perfect for multiple readings and page turnings for the youngest listeners." - Kirkus Reviews "Bright colors, repetition of objects, and rounded corners and heavy pages make these books perfect for babies and toddlers" - Kiwi Magazine It’s summer! Phew, it’s hot outside. Lily and Milo go to the beach. They build a nice sandcastle and look for shells. But … where did Milo go? This book is everything that is great about summer! Lily and Milo put on their bathing suit, gather all their summer stuff, and head over to the beach. On their way, they see sunflowers & cherries. They play on the beach and do typical beach things, like putting on sunscreen, building sun castles, collecting and shells, and eating ice-cream. All before getting home, and enjoying the best summer has to offer! A simple and interactive story about summer. For toddlers ages 24 months and up, with a focus on the child’s world.

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A colorful and funny story about hats and animals. For readers ages 3 years and up. Woosh! Bear's colorful hat is blown away. From there it goes on a serendipitous adventure through all of Bear’s animal friends back to his head. Will Bear get his hat back? The illustrations, full of emotion, movement, and playfulness, add to this colorful and funny story about hats and animals.

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A funny and tender story about sweet presents and chocolates that are too delicious. For children with a sweet tooth ages 5 years and up. Max lifts the top off the heart-shaped box and peeks inside. Milk chocolate, white chocolate, dark chocolate . . . Mama is going to love this gift! But . . . maybe he can try one?

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A sweet book about having to say goodbye and seeing each other again soon. For children ages 4 years and up. Every morning, Mama gives Pete the tightest hug before school. She tells him, “Around the sun and over the moon, I’ll come back. I’ll come back soon.” Pete plays with his friends, enjoys the playground, and even takes a nap. When it’s time to go home, Pete worries because Mama hasn’t arrived yet. He clings to the words his Mama told him as he patiently waits.

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A sweet book about a little boy who wants to overcome his anxiety. For brave readers ages 5 years and up. Anxious Andy wants to do fun things with his friends. He watches them climb, run, and play, but he won’t join them because his worries keep getting in the way. His friends try to help him worry less and have fun, but it’s up to Andy to learn that there’s nothing to fear in trying.

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An endearing story about reading to your favorite animal. For animal lovers ages 6 years and up. James struggles with reading and misses recess to practice. To cheer himself up, he visits the cat rescue shelter and befriends Ghost, the cat in the box. But Ghost isn’t quite ready to make friends! As his reading improves, James learns that kindness and perseverance can have unexpected rewards and that having a furry friend is the best gift of all.

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A sweet book about loving each day and loving yourself. For readers ages 4 years and up. What’s today for? Today could be for counting raindrops or taking long walks. Today could be for making wishes, for friends, or other stuff. Every day is so much better when you believe that you’re enough.

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A funny book about never being afraid and about feeling a little bit scared sometimes. For brave adventurers ages 5 years and up. Walter and Willy are best friends. Willy isn’t afraid of anything, but Walter is always cautious. One day Willy takes Walter on a big adventure in the city. The big buildings and strange sounds make Walter nervous, but a visit to Willy’s favorite restaurant makes the trip worthwhile.

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"Sweetly encouraging of curiosity." - Kirkus Reviews "The book’s active, bright illustrations celebrate both exploration and being happy where you are." - Foreword Reviews Monty is a typical donkey living a typical donkey life. Until the one day, he walks through the open gate and goes on an adventure . . . A cheerful book about pushing your limits and just trying something new. For curious readers ages 5 years and up. "Monty is a curious donkey who takes care of his friends at the farm. One day, he wonders what it is like outside the farm and wanders off to explore. This is a cute little book about curiosity, adventure, and coming back home. " - Lubbock Public Library "Starring Monty the donkey, this beautifully illustrated children’s book is a fun adventure. For me, the strengths of the book are the illustrations, fun premise, and storyline." - A Home Library

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"Ballerhino is a cute, simple little picture book about a Rhino that wants to fly. Instead of flying, he settles for learning how to dance to express his joy, with the help of a few of his friends. Great for younger readers and read-alouds about perseverance." - Springdale Elementary "Ballerhino is a picture book that celebrates a rhino achieving his dreams to dance, despite not beginning as the most graceful creature. The illustrations are fun and provide a nice backdrop for the story, while beautifully highlighting the emotions of the characters. The plot of this children’s book lends itself to a social discussion with children based on body positivity, motivation, and the impact of others’ words on our feelings." - Plymouth Public Schools Rhino dreams of being as graceful as a bird. He wants to dance and fly, and flutter! But he’s so big and clumsy. Maybe if he took some dancing lessons? A funny and carefree story about dreams and accepting who you are. For young and old ages 5 and up. Guided Reading Level K

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A cute and lovely gift book for all ages! "A sweet reminder to cuddle and kiss throughout a baby’s day." - Kirkus Reviews "This is a short yet sweet book for babies or very small children. It is a mother or father that is giving kisses to the babies. It shows care and love. The illustrations are also very cute with baby animals." - Johnston County Schools You are so kissable, from head to toe! A sweet celebration of babies and kisses. For little ones of all ages. "A Kiss for You by Guido Van Genechten is a sweet book for young children. It features adorable illustrations of baby animals with simple language perfect for reading to a small child or baby. The book highlights different body parts through the loving text, which provides nice language exposure. I would recommend adding this book to your baby’s library!" - Plymouth Public Schools

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"A charming picture book that tells the truth on daddies. Each spread showcases the silly things daddies do every day. Children will giggle as they see a daddy rhino do his daily routine which includes making smells, misplacing things, and being very silly. A great book to add to your library's collection." - Warsaw Community Public Library "This is the most heartwarming story I've read about dads. They are silly, forgetful, funny, helpful, fun but most of all, they are there when you need them. The illustrations are great and add to the story. I think this would be a great gift to a dad and for their kids to share together. " - April J Reviewer Sometimes daddies are silly. Sometimes they forget things. Sometimes they are embarrassing. But there’s nothing better than your daddy. A hilarious picture book about daddies. For everyone ages 4 and up. Guided Reading Level J

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Selected for the White Raven 2020 list of recommendations! "Great book for kindergarten and first-grade students especially during the opening days of school... Delightfully illustrated, very colorful and eye-catching. This book should be a part of every classroom and school library. Homes and public libraries should own copies of this book, too. The story is always encouraging exploration, positive feelings, and adventures for young people." - ITEEA Kiki looks in the mirror. She thinks her fur is boring. Then Kiki has an idea. She uses pencils, ink, and paint to make herself colorful. Will her friends think she is special now? A fun story about appreciating yourself just the way you are. For all children ages 4 and up. Guided Reading Level I The lesson to take from the book is that we are all unique and special and we do not need approval. It's stunningly illustrated and it would make for a good read-aloud book while discussing the theme and ensuring children understand the key points.

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In her bestselling professions series, author and illustrator Liesbet Slegers, has explored what teachers do, what pilots do, what chefs do and many more occupations. Now let’s learn about Veterinarians and what they do! “A comprehensive review of what a vet does with some examples. It's complex yet easy to understand for young readers whose animal needs to visit the vet. I'm waiting for the Librarians one to be made.” - Midland Park Library Every day a vet helps animals. She examines them to see if they are healthy and helps them if they are sick or hurt. Maybe you would like to be a veterinarian some day? A colorful and informative picture book for animal lovers. It’s done in a fun and enjoyable little package, filled with vibrant and colorful illustrations. An educative experience that gets a child's imagination going. For children ages 4 years and up about veterinarians and what they do. Guided Reading Level L

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Ian packs his little suitcase because he is going to Grandma and Grandpa's house! Grandpa and Grandma have a wonderful time with Ian. They make Ian laugh with their funny ways: Why does Grandpa go shopping with a shovel? Why is Grandma's guest bed so nice and warm? And Curly the dog does the silliest things...A fun and reassuring picture book about a toddler who loves to spend time with his grandparents. With lots of humor, Pauline Oud tells a story about the special bond between grandparents and their grandchildren. For children ages 2 and up.

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A fresh version of a familiar tale. For clever foxes and hares ages 4 years and up.Goldie Fox would like a nice dinner of hare. With a clever plan, she tries to lure the Hare family into a trap. But Mama Hare soon realizes what Goldie is up to. Can the Hares outsmart her?

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"A good snuggle-time read when rain turns everyone grumpy." - Kirkus Reviews A sweet story about positive thinking. For little ones ages 5 and up. Wallow the Bear lives a comfortable life deep in the woods. But when it rains, Wallow gets sad. He becomes gloomy and doesn't know what to do. When it starts drizzling, he hunkers down in his cave. One rainy day, he hears splashes and giggling coming from outside. What can that be? He takes a peek out the window and sees owl emptying water with a bucket. More of a reason to stay inside! And then he hears more splashing and giggling. Will Wallow have the courage to come out of his cave?

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Princess Nina is an extraordinary princess. She is smart, curious, sweet and also a bit wild. One day the king and queen decide they have to go looking for a suitable prince for princess Nina. They invite princes from all over the world: a prince from China, one from France, from Mexico ...But not even the prince on the white horse can steel princess Nina's heart away! The king and queen are at the end of their wits. But then princess Melowo comes to visit, and suddenly princess Nina is very shy ...A funny and modern fairytale about two stubborn princesses who are madly in love. Winner of the Diversity Award, a competition for children's stories of inclusive works and partners.

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A funny book about friends helping friends, creative problem solving . . . and traveling through space. For astronauts ages 5 years and up. Up, up, and away! Willy wants to become the first piggy in outer space. But how? With Walter’s help, of course. They try several ideas, but nothing works. Not even a trampoline! Then, with a wish and some imagination, the friends decide to build their own rocket ship.

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"This is an adorable little picture book about a kitten looking for her missing friend. The illustrations are wonderful and make this book perfect for read alouds to younger grade levels, as you can constantly ask them to look and ask them "do you see bunny"? (Hint: bunny is hiding on every page!) I also enjoyed the exploration of different rooms in a household and the objects found in each of them-so many discussions to be had with young readers over this cute little picture book!" - Springdale Elementary "I think this would be a fantastic book for children that are learning sight words. The illustrations are also easily identifiable to match the sight words. The illustrations are also super adorable and very well thought out." - Spines and Stitches Muffin wants to play with Bunny. But . . . where is he? Muffin looks in the living room, in her bedroom, in the laundry room . . . but Bunny is nowhere to be found. Have you seen Bunny? A cheerful story about friendship and playing hide-and-seek together. For seeking champions ages 3 and up. Guided Reading Level H

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"A wonderful choice for Spanish-language picture book that would make a great summer read. Kids will want to dip right in." — School Library Journal *Starred review¡Splash! Mamá rana quiere que todas sus ranitas tomen clases de natación. A flotar, a nadar de espaldas, a patalear en el agua. . . Hop se esfuerza pero a menudo hace un lío de las cosas. ¡Hasta que un día se sorprende a sí mismo!Un libro divertido y encantador sobre una ranita que encuentra su propio camino en la clase de natación. Para pequeños nadadores de 4 años en adelante.

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Written by Judith Koppens and illustrated by Suzanne Diederen! Giraffe and Piggy are best friends. Piggy wants to give Giraffe a kiss, but Giraffe is too tall. What will Piggy do? An endearing and simple story about friendship. For toddlers ages 30 months and up, with a focus on the child’s emotions.

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A cute and beautifully illustrated love story, a perfect picture book for this Valentine's Day! "This book was absolutely adorable. Bear loves Squirrel but is too shy to tell her. Instead he leaves her gifts. The pictures are so cute. The text is short and flows well. I think kids will love the story and pictures. So fun." - Julie Valora (Librarian) "A sweet story about being in love but being too scared to let the other person know. Bear loves Squirrel. He brings her presents but can't seem to get up the courage to tell her it is him who is sending them. This would be a great story to share for a Valentine's Day or love themed story time. " - Kasey Gilbert (Librarian) Bear loves Squirrel. He brings her all kinds of presents, but he’s too shy to knock on her door. Squirrel does not know who her secret admirer is. Will Squirrel ever know how Bear feels? A sweet story about being in love and not having the courage to speak up. For honey-buns ages 4 and up. Guided Reading Level J

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Nick the Knight can't wait to fight Breakhorn the Dragon, but Breakhorn just doesn't feel like it. He keeps making up excuses to put off the fight but brave little Nick won't give up. An inspiring picture book about big dreams and an unexpected friendship.

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Age range 2 & upBobby is a dreamer. He dreams about flying a helicopter, going on a boat trip, driving fast in a racing car … Will his dreams become reality? Join Bobby and follow the raised tactile routes with your fingers to have an exciting adventure! A unique interactive book that stimulates fine motor skills and can be read over and over again.

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“A fun book that shows the transition from potty to big kid toilet that toddlers and preschoolers will love.” - Mom Read It blog Doggy has to go. It’s urgent. But Little Sis is sitting on his potty! That’s because Mouse is sitting on her potty … Doggy runs past all the potties in the house, but they are all occupied. And now Doggy has to go very urgently. A funny potty book about a little dog who finds his way to the big toilet by accident. For everyone who has to go very urgently.

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“A beautiful book to share with those who have a loved one going through a long term illness or to spark a discussion on the topic.” — Storywarps Mark has to spend a lot of time in the hospital because of a serious illness affecting his blood. The Make-A-Wish® fairies agree that this brave little boy deserves a treat. Mark wishes to catch bad guys! The fairies offer him an unforgettable day at the fire department and the police station. Mark and his parents have a blast! A cheerful and instructive picture book for children ages 4 and up about Make-A-Wish® and the wish of a child diagnosed with a life-threatening medical condition, with an informative afterword from Make-A-Wish®. Guided Reading Level M

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Something red falls from the sky. "A hat!" says Dog. The other animals make a guess too. A little bed, A boat, A vase, Only Hare knows what it is, because it's his. A funny story in which several animals mistake a potty for other objects.

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"A cute, simple way to show how a child may feel loss of a pet--but also how they can begin to heal.” ― Happauge NY Public Library Timothy doesn’t want a rabbit. But one day, there’s a rabbit at the door. Timothy tries all kinds of ways to get rid of him, but what’s the best way? And why doesn’t Timothy want a rabbit? A moving story about caring for (and saying goodbye to) beloved pets. For everyone ages 5 years and up.

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Dear Santa? That's how Tess starts her letter. You don't have to bring me any toys this year. The only thing I want is a real gnome. Full of anticipation, Tess looks forward to the day her new friend arrives: a friend she can take everywhere, and with whom she can share everything. With Grandpa and Grandmass help, she gets everything ready. Grandpa builds little pieces of furniture, Grandma sews a little blanket, and Tess prepares a welcome meal. And then it's finally Christmas Eve. Will Santa bring a real gnome? A heartwarming picture book with wonderfully funny illustrations.

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Oliver should go to sleep. But there is so much he wants to tell his mother about: what happened that day at school, the things he read in books, everything he sees around him. A touching and familiar picture book about (postponing) the ritual of going to sleep.

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Ages 5 and upOnce upon a time, in a land far, far away, there lived a merchant with his two daughters. The eldest daughter was spoiled and vain, and the youngest preferred to read all day. She was so pretty everyone called her "Belle." One day, the merchant got lost in the forest and stumbled upon a castle that looked enchanted. Suddenly, he stood face-to-face with the castle's sole inhabitant: a beast! The Beast would spare the merchant's life on one condition: he must send one of his daughters to live in the castle. Against her father's will, Belle went to the Beast's castle.... The cheerful Belle and the good-natured Beast come to life in this beautiful picture book by An Leysen. For everyone who loves timeless fairy tales.

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Ricky often spends time in his favorite spot under the old oak tree. It is a special place where he imagines being someone else. One day, Ricky dreams he is a brave knight who fights dragons and saves princesses. Then his dream suddenly becomes real… In this engaging story, Ricky experiences the world of imagination. For everyone ages 4 and up.

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A cheerful and familiar picture book about vegetable gardening. For readers with a green thumb ages 3 years and up. Luke and Lottie are gardening! They rake the dirt, put little plants in the ground, and sow radishes. Luke even plants a candy for fun. But waiting for things to grow is hard!

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Silver Medal Winner of the 2022 Key Colors Competition, the two-yearly national contest for illustrators of children’s books.Everyone loves it when Grandma and Grandpa come to visit. There are hugs and kisses and sometimes even treats. But beware! There might be a grampire hiding under there! If you know what clues to look for, you can avoid getting nibbled on and turned into a tasty treat in the middle of the night!A funny picture book with tips and tricks on how to spot a grampire. For curious children ages 5 years and up.

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“A great book for a toddler that is interested in planes or about to go on their first flight.” - The Overly Attached Reader. Now in a simplified and fun pocket-sized edition. The pilot flies the airplane, along with his co-pilot. He has to make sure the passengers arrive safely. That’s why he has to keep an eye on things like the altitude and the plane’s speed during the flight. The airport control towers that he passes over tell him how and where he has to take off, fly and land. An instructive, engaging picture book for children about airline pilots. For children ages 4 and up. Now in a simplified and fun pocket-sized edition. What do you want to be when you grow up? Liesbet Slegers’s successful book series helps young children search for the answer to that important question. Do you like food and cooking? You might want to be a chef. If you are afraid of heights, becoming a pilot probably isn’t the right career choice. Or maybe you like school so much that you decide to become a teacher? There are so many wonderful careers to choose from! With clear language and cheerful drawings, this series presents many of the most popular professions. Each book is packed with fun facts, new words, and interesting stories of real professionals. Do you know why an astronaut wears such a funny suit? How about why it is so difficult to be a ballerina or a racecar driver? Or why it’s important to visit the dentist twice a year? Read these books to learn the answers to these questions! So . . . what do you want to be when you grow up?

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Gold Medal Winner of the 2022 Key Colors Competition, the two-yearly national contest for illustrators of children’s books.“Mari sets off on an adventure in her new, bigger bicycle in this Spanish picture book which shares the endless possibilities one can encounter in the world. Mari pedals faster and faster, trying out the new bell. She can fit so many things in her two baskets, and as readers follow her on her journey, they see Mari and her faithful dog pick up an elephant, cross an ocean, and travel even farther as they make their way to drop off their new friend in his home, making new friends and exploring new places along the way. As they make their way back, Mari’s new bicycle takes them safely back home. What begins as the story of a young girl enjoying her new bicycle becomes an adventure that shows readers they can go anywhere they can imagine. Brief Spanish text pairs perfectly with whimsical illustrations that will have readers poring over the pages, pointing out the people, places, and animals Mari and her companions pass. VERDICT: An enchanting Spanish-language picture book about the beauty in the everyday and the endless possibilities of the imagination.” – Selenia Paz; School Library JournalMari tiene una bicicleta nueva. Ahora el mundo luce diferente. ¡Hay tantas cosas que puede hacer! ¿Hacia dónde irá? ¿Qué descubrirá? ¿Conocerá a nuevos amigos? ¡Acompaña a Mari a descubrir lo más importante que la bicicleta puede llevar! Un libro ilustrado alegre y lleno de imaginación sobre las infinitas posibilidades que puede ofrecer una bicicleta. Para exploradores del mundo de 4 años en adelante.

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Un divertido libro ilustrado con gatitas curiosas y un montón de perros graciosos. Para amantes de los animales de 4 años en adelante.Gatita nunca ha visto a un perro, por lo tanto, Gata intenta explicarle cómo son. Mientras le explica, Gatita aprende que algunos perros son grandes y otros son pequeños. Algunos no tienen pelo y otros son peludos. De hecho, todos lucen muy diferentes . . . pero cualquiera que sea su apariencia, de alguna manera todos son muy similares. ¡Al fin de cuentas, todos son perros!

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A creative seek-and-find book in which you search for items found in an extraordinary house. For young and old sleuths ages 5 years and up.Matteo lives in a tower house—a very tall house with many special rooms. “Let’s go out!” Matteo shouts to his family as he travels through the house. Can you guess what will happen? And can you find everything Matteo must gather along the way?

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This sweet story with funny pictures is the perfect preparation for Halloween. For little ghouls and goblins ages 3 years and up.On the last day of October, we celebrate Halloween. It’s the spookiest holiday. Will real ghosts show up? Of course not! They don’t exist. But dressing up as a ghost, witch, or vampire is a lot of fun. Boooo!

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An original fairy tale about friendship, confidence, and acceptance. For readers ages 5 years and up, with or without a crown.Hooray, the island of Saint Adjak has a new king! But when he sees the size of his statue in the capital’s square, he doesn’t want to leave the palace. Fortunately, his friends have an idea: they’ll take his place. No one even notices. But soon the king is faced with an even greater challenge . . . "A reminder to be true to yourself (and everyone else)." -Kirkus Reviews

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A heartwarming picture book about death and saying goodbye. For young and old ages 4 years and up.Mouse’s teacher is sick—so sick that she might not ever return to school. With love, Mouse creates beautiful letters for Miss Daisy. And Miss Daisy leaves something beautiful in return . . . 

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A fascinating picture book for children ages 5 years and up about rabbits.Do you want to know everything about rabbits? What are the different types of rabbits? What do they eat? What makes them happy, and how can you tell? Where do tame rabbits live? And wild rabbits? Do they have enemies? These and many more questions are discussed in this book. You’ll also find a comic, a song and a poem, DIY activities, fun flap and foldout pages, and a mini-quiz so that you can become a real expert.

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A touching story about a young girl and a horse. For children ages 5 years and up.Sara is sick of being sick. One day, on the way to her cancer treatment, she sees a horse standing alone in the rain. Sara feels an instant connection as her eyes meet his. She must get to know this horse! After days of pleading, her parents take Sara to see him. From then on, she visits him almost every day. Sara finds solace and strength in the company of her newfound friend . . . and maybe even a little magic!

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