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Lola The Mermaid and The Splish Splash Olympics


Lily Lexington - 2012
    

Jade's Life Skills Series - Learning Manners or To Fart Or Not To Fart (Children's Life Skills Series)


Asaf Shani - 2013
    However, this is not yet the case.Join Jade and her father as they visit Aunt Cora’s house, where Jade cracks one. See how Jade's father helps her understand, in a fun and creative way, what can be done inside the home and what can be done outside the home.Asaf Shani is the father of three girls. In the last 15 years, he has worked with thousands of people worldwide to help them improve their conflict management skills. Asaf's clients often tell him, "If only I would have known these life skills 30 years ago …" and "Why wasn't I taught this stuff when I was a kid?" These remarks, usually accompanied with a sigh, were the motivation for Asaf to write “Jade’s Life Skills Series”—a series of books intended to facilitate a discussion between parents and their children about all those latent and vitally important life skills. Learning Manners is the first book in “Jade's Life Skills Series.” In this book, through the international subject of … farting, the importance of context is brought to light.

No Roses for Harry!


Gene Zion - 1958
    Harry does everything he can think of to get rid of that sweater. But when it seems like he’ll never lose the sweater, an unexpected visitor helps him solve his problem…This is an irresistible story featuring a classic picture book character, especially perfect for young dog lovers and fans of Harry the Dirty Dog. Harry the Dirty Dog has been recognized by the National Education Association as an all-time top-100 children's book. It has also been welcomed by a new generation at home, as Betty White's 2020 reading of the story on StorylineOnline has been viewed more than 8 million times.For more fun with Harry the Dirty Dog, don't miss Harry by the Sea and Harry and the Lady Next Door. As Children's Books and Their Creators said about all three books: "There is a droll, seemingly effortless union of art and text in the Harry stories, a delicious mastery of everyday foolishness."

I Had Trouble In Getting To Solla Sollew


Dr. Seuss - 1965
    in full color. "The hero of this hilarious tale discovers that in attempting to avoid trouble one often encounters even greater difficulties. Seuss fans will be enthralled."--Childhood Education.

I Am Not Afraid To Fail (Persistence Project Book 1)


Daniel Kenney - 2019
    Failure doesn't have to be scary for kids. And parents, guardians, and mentors play a crucial role in teaching kids that failure is just one step towards success. Thankfully, simple books with powerful language can help! With the help of "I Am Not Afraid To Fail", you and your child can work together to learn that failure is a normal and natural part of life. Help the child in your life build the confidence to take chances and go for it without fear of failure. Read the book and start this important conversation today!"I Am Not Afraid To Fail" is the third book in the Persistence Project Series. GET IT NOW The Persistence Project Series -Book One: I Am Not Afraid To Fail -Book Two: I Won't Give Up -Book Three: You Can Face Your Fears-Book Four: You Can Always Improve - Coming Fall 2020!

I'm mad about pizza !: Funny Rhyming Picture Book for Beginner Readers (ages 2-8) ("Early Readers Picture Books")


Joshua McManus - 2016
    But surely you can't eat pizza all day long? Read this book and find out ! This book is a funny, silly rhyming picture book for children, A wonderful rhyming children's book for early readers ages 2-8 and jam packed with lots of kids humor !

How to Care for Your Monster


Norman Bridwell - 1970
    Have a new monster as a pet? Worried about how to groom him, what (or whom) to feed him, how to keep him healthy, happy, and howling? Here's all you need to know -- including how to catch your very own Frankenstein, Vampire, Mummy, Werewolf.

George and Martha Rise and Shine


James Marshall - 1976
    In five brief episodes two hippos confirm their friendship: “The Fibber,” “The Experiment,” “The Picnic,” “The Scary Movie!,” and “The Secret Club.”

A Candle in the Window


Michele Ashman Bell - 2001
    "Why do you want to do that?" "So Mama can find her way home," she said innocently.— This is the first Christmas without Mama, and John's family is struggling to face the holiday without his loving wife. However, eight-year-old Emily is convinced her mother will come and visit her on Christmas Eve. And right now, Emily needs her mother more than ever. Bring the magic and wonder of Christmas into your heart with this heartwarming picture book that is perfect for a wintry evening read-aloud. It just may begin a new tradition in your family. Published October 2006 32 pages

Listen, Buddy


Helen Lester - 1995
    He was a great sniffer. Buddy's mother had beautiful big teeth. She was a great chomper. Buddy had beautiful big ears. It didn't matter. Helen Lester and Lynn Munsinger have created eight children's books together. Munsinger's unparalleled animal characters and Lester's hysterical text have joined together to create another silly tale about a bunny who just can't seem to listen.Featuring bonus audio!

Chicken Does Not Want to be a Chicken


Elsa Takaoka - 2017
    Funny and engaging stories that are perfect for beginning readers. J-Tech Creations’ Learn to Read books are designed to improve a beginning reader’s confidence with short sentences, word repetition, and familiar words. Chicken does not want to be a chicken. She wants to be a dog. Chicken has come up with a four step plan. Nothing will get in her way, except maybe the cat!

Miss Hunnicutt's Hat


Jeff Brumbeau - 2003
    So when Miss Hunnicutt steps out in her new hat, the stuffy townsfolk are scandalized. The chicken has to go! But plucky Miss Hunnicut stands up for her right to wear what she likes. And when the Queen's arrival prompts a surprising turn of events, the townspeople learn to celebrate the silly eccentricities that make life interesting.

Please Try to Remember the First of Octember!


Theo LeSieg - 1977
    Seuss imagines a day when all your wishes come true in this classic Beginner Book. Octember the First is the day on which all your most outlandish wishes come true. If March is too dusty and April too gusty, if May is too early and June is too soon, just try to remember the first of Octember, when whatever you are hoping to get will be yours! From a balloon pool in the sky to a pickle tree in your backyard, Please Try to Remember the First of Octember! is a wildly silly story that will have readers laughing—and wishing—out loud. Originally created by Dr. Seuss, Beginner Books encourage children to read all by themselves, with simple words and illustrations that give clues to their meaning.

The Elephant's Child (Just So Stories)


Rudyard Kipling - 1900
    Because of his 'satiable curtiosity about what the crocodile has for dinner, the elephant's child and all elephants thereafter have long trunks.

The Bobbsey Twins Series


Laura Lee Hope - 2009