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A delightful new monster book for kids to help them overcome their fears!"This is a great way to start talking to young children about their fears and the monsters they become in their imaginations."—Kirkus ReviewsCaution: Monsters NOT as scary as they appear! Join a brave big kid in this surprising picture book as he shows off the many monsters he used to fear—but not anymore! He knows the secret to handling these scary beasts. With a little courage to turn the page… you never know what friends you'll find!We all know about the monster under the bed and in the closet, but there are many other fears that children face every day from loud noises and spooky shadows to thunderstorms and the unknown in the dark. Blending bedtime chills and humor with fun illustrations, this clever monster story encourages children and shows how the power of imagination can help conquer fears.Why readers love My Monster Friends and Me:Makes a wonderful bedtime readaloud and brave book for kidsTurns fears into friends by offering fun and helpful tools that help tackle child fear and anxietyIncludes tips for grown-ups, parents, and teachers to help children understand their confusing emotions and fears and guide them to healthier mindsetsThe perfect Halloween gift for kids ages 5-7 or any time of yearWhen I was young, I had many fears,Like darkness or storms in the sky.But then I learned when you meet your monsters,You can make them friends if you try!

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From outer space to a child's bedroom, Zoom In! gradually magnifies the world in a series of bright and detailed illustrations. This is a fun and child-friendly exploration of maps and the world. Oxford Reading Tree inFact is a compelling non-fiction series that aims to engage children in reading for pleasure as powerfully as fiction does. The series includes 36 titles which are all phonically decodable, with some high-interest topic words to develop vocabulary and impart knowledge. The imaginative approach and variety of intriguing topics mean there are books to interest every child. The books are carefully levelled, making it easy to match every reader to the right book.

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Meet Flo, a glacier, as she shows you what the life of a glacier is like in this picture book filled with fun facts, from what glaciers are and how they’re formed to what creatures live there, and more.Glaciers exist on every continent on earth, growing, spreading, and shrinking over thousands of years. But what are they, and how are they formed? Glacier on the Move tells the story of a glacier named Flo and her slow-motion race to the sea, from the edge of an ice field and down steep cliffs, to muscling her way around mountains, and stretching into a valley. With the help of some iceworms in the margins, Flo reveals how glaciers move, change shape, and provide for the surrounding world and animals. Blending fascinating science facts with dynamic illustrations, Glacier on the Move introduces young readers to glacial history and science in a captivating and unique way.

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