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Look Out, It's a Dragon!
Jonny Lambert - 2018
She doesn't enjoy crushing castles and capturing princesses. But when she finds the perfect new home, how can she persuade her new neighbours that she is a helpful sort of dragon? Written and illustrated by the award-winning Jonny Lambert (Little Why, The Only Lonely Panda and Tiger Tiger), this is a humorous and heart-warming tale about bravery, overcoming prejudices and finding new friends.
Dreams for a Daughter
Carole Boston Weatherford - 2021
Young readers will be reminded that love and support from home will follow them as they venture out into the world.
Trouble Dolls
Jimmy Buffett - 1991
"A welcome blend of myth and reality, set in modern times but connected by folklore to the world of animals and magic."--Publishers Weekly
Why the Spider Has Long Legs (Folk Tales From Around the World)
Charlotte Guillain - 2014
In it, Anansi the spider learns that you usually have to work to get the things that you want, and that it is never a good idea to be too greedy!
The Building Boy
Ross Montgomery - 2016
Her garden is still full of old building materials. Unwilling to accept she has gone, the boy builds a giant structure from the bricks and girders he finds. And then ... Grandma comes to life! The boy is whisked away on an epic adventure across fields, through oceans and atop roofs. But where is Grandma taking him?Beautiful, thrilling and extremely moving: the extraordinary debut picture book from much-loved author, Ross Montgomery.
Too Many Bubbles: A Story about Mindfulness (Books of Great Character)
Christine Peck - 2021
The first in the Books of Great Character series, a brand new fictional picture book series geared for social-emotional growth! The Bubble is about what it feels like to have a negative thought you just can't shake and the steps you can take to let it go.
Winnie Finn, Worm Farmer
Carol Brendler - 2009
When spring arrives in Quincy County, all she can think about is the county fair coming up. This year, she would like nothing more than to win a prize for her worms so that she might buy a shiny new wagon for transporting them around. Trouble is, there's no prize at the fair for worms . . .Bright, energetic illustrations accompany this jaunty tale about a young girl's creativity that will inspire readers of all interests— but especially those with a love for something wiggly.
Someone Like Me
Elaine Forrestal - 1996
They have come to Australia to escape the violence in Northern Ireland, but when the past catches up with them, Tas is trapped in the middle.
If I Found a Wistful Unicorn: A Gift of Love
Ann Ashford - 1978
Through thoughtful and fanciful questions Ashford explores what we risk when we ask for love and what special rewards may be waiting for us in return. Subdued watercolor illustrations perfectly capture the book's gentle tone and important message. The perfect book for any occasion when a gift of love is needed.
Pirate Princess
Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen - 2012
But what’s a landlocked princess to do?Ahoy, Captain Jack to the rescue! When the captain offers Bea a place aboard his ship, it’s a dream come true—until she’s put to work swabbing the decks and making dinner for the crew. Can a princess like Bea put her royal gifts to work and make the pirates see that she’s seaworthy after all—or will they make her walk the plank?Pirate Princess is a raucous tale of girl power on the high seas, from author Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen and illustrator Jill McElmurry.
Special Delivery!
Steven Banks - 2003
He is so excited that he vows to wait by his mailbox, day and night, until his prize arrives. But will his free toy be worth the long wait? Find out in this hilarious original story!
The Uglified Ducky
Willy Claflin - 2001
In the capable hands of his alter ego Maynard Moose, storyteller Willy Claflin takes us on a wacky journey where this Uglified Ducky, a hapless young moose, "blunders away" from his home, is mistaken for a baby duck, and endured endless humiliation as he tries to learn to waddle, quack, swim, and fly. Eventually he finds his true "fambly," who help him discover his own beauty.In his fractured English, translated in the glossary at front, Maynard relays a surprisingly tender story that echoes the original tale's theme of the struggle to belong. The Uglified Ducky's quest is playfully but sympathetically interpreted in James Stimson's luminous, droll gouache illustrations.
Harry Potter - The Magical Book of Facts: Over 250 facts you probably didn't know!
Bruno Austin - 2020
Dragon Makes New Friends
Michael Yu - 2013
How can he show them that he'd be a good friend? Or maybe he's just too scared to try. Poor Drake. Find out what happens to him in this fun story told in rhyme, accompanied by beautiful illustrations.Another quality children picture book from the father and daughter team of Michael and Rachel Yu.BONUS: FREE COLORING BOOK INSIDE ** Amazon Prime Members can download this book for FREE! **