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Embark on a heartwarming journey of friendship and adventure in this delightful picture book, where three inseparable friends learn the joys of trying something new.Join Pipo, Bud, and Kenny, three inseparable little chicken buddies, in an enchanting world where joy knows no bounds. All is happy yet predictable in their world until one day when Pipo''s quest for something different leads to an epic battle to unearth a resistant earthworm. Amid the struggle, they discover the beauty of embracing change and diversity in friendship and the magic of trying something new and different.Promising not just a delightful story but an invaluable lesson on friendship, this book, aimed at children aged 3-6, is intended to engage and educate. Written by a renowned children''s author—among other awards, Katarina Macurova has received a Communication Arts Award of Excellence—A Big Juicy Earthworm encapsulates the enchantment of childhoo

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Join a charming daddy squirrel and his son on a heartwarming autumn adventure, discovering nature''s magic and ecological lessons in this enchanting picture book for young children.We''re Off to the Forest paints a vivid autumn picture as leaves cascade in a dance of color. Daddy squirrel and son venture into the forest daily, not just for supplies but also for something special. Amidst the rustling leaves and chilling air, a heartwarming story emerges, revealing the extraordinary in the ordinary and how even the smallest things can weave magic into the vast world.This book is a heartwarming addition to Katarina''s Small Wonders series, an enchanting collection by award-winning illustrator Katarina Macurova. This hardcover with a dust jacket promises not just a captivating tale but also valuable lessons for young minds, making it a delightful exploration of nature''s wonders for small children. Also available in the series: Upside Down, Henry the Snail

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Delve into a charming picture book where Arthur the bear and his bird friend Eddie go on an adventure to teach Eddie how to fly.Teaching Eddie to Fly is a heartwarming picture book centered around Arthur the bear and Eddie, his ostrich buddy. When Arthur asks Eddie one day, “Why don''t you fly?” and Eddie says, “Because nobody has taught me how,” Arthur''s curiosity is piqued. Thus begins a fun and quirky globe-trotting adventure filled with determination and laughter. Through various exercises and encounters with birds from around the world, Arthur''s mission to teach Eddie to fly ultimately takes an unexpected turn, leaving young readers with a valuable lesson about embracing individuality and the joys of friendship.This delightful book, tailored for children aged 3-6, offers engaging storytelling and vivid illustrations. It encourages kids to celebrate their uniqueness and value their friendships, promotin

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Selected for The Children’s Book Council’s June 2023 “Hot Off The Press” Reading List A gentle story about a little snail called Henry who was born without slime and therefore will never be like everyone else.When Henry finds out he is missing the most important element for snails—their slime—giving up is not an option for him. He tries to find ways to be able to climb things just as the other snails do. He struggles a bit before he finds the right solution, but in the end, he becomes the inspiration for his fellow snails and makes a lot of friends along the way, teaching us that far from being an obstacle, a difference may prove to be the key that opens new horizons.Using a simple story and a sympathetic hero the kids learn social-emotional skills and are better prepared to cope with everyday life situations.

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A picture book with a cute teddy bear in the main role showing us that sometimes the truth is hidden deep down and you need to be patient to get it revealed."How lovely it is!" rejoiced the bear, on discovering a strange plant in his garden. Every day he watered it and shielded it from the sun with a parasol, and he never forgot to say "Good night" to it before bedtime. But the plant didn’t react. "Why won’t you bloom?" brooded the little gardener. But little did he know what was going on underground!

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