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The Dog Poop Initiative
Kirk A. Weisler - 2005
A wonderful tool used by managers and leaders to inspire engagement, initiative and meaningful discussion about the obstacles (poop) that needs to be removed so goals can be realized.
Frog And Toad Book Set: Frog And Toad Are Friends; Frog And Toad Together; Days With Frog And Toad; Frog And Toad All Year
Arnold Lobel - 1987
Their every adventure is filled with the magic of true friendship, whether they're telling ghost stories, searching for a lost button, or eating too many cookies. This captivating audio collection features all four of the Frog and Toad books, read with humor and charm by award-winning author Arnold Lobel.
Madame Pamplemousse and Her Incredible Edibles
Rupert Kingfisher - 2008
By chance she comes across the most marvellous shop, run by Madame Pamplemousse, which is quiet, discreet, yet full of delicious and otherworldly 'edibles' - Pterodactyl Bacon, Scorpion Tails in Smoked Garlic Oil, and Great Squid Tentacle in Jasmine-Scented Jelly. A quiet comradeship develops between Madeleine, Madame Pamplemousse, and Madame's cat, Camembert. And together they create some wonderful culinary magic. Exquisite, beautifully formed prose that has echoes of Angela Carter belies a narrative that is full of pace. A wonderful fairy tale that will appeal to both adults and children.
Whose Turn For The Stairs?
Robert Douglas - 2009
Following the end of the war, the close rebuilds its ties and the strong sense of community and friendly neighbourhood bonds are soon back in place. There is young love for Rhea and Robert; a surprising new start for James; a change of direction for George; and all overseen by the matriarch of the street - Granny Thomson. And of course, all buoyed up by a big helping of Scottish humour and strength of spirit. Yet it is all not perfect in their world: the families have to deal with poverty, religious bigotry, racism, heartbreak, lies, violence and death.But the powerful friendships cannot ultimately be broken. In Robert Douglas's first novel, he recreates a time and place particular to Glasgow but to which everyone will relate.
Bible For Kids: Great Bible Stories For Kids
Speedy Publishing - 2015
Many kids don't understand the big words written in the Bible. Having a book that is Bible based but puts words on their levels would be great. Children can watch the pages of the Bible come to life through illustrations and words they can understand. There's no reason why ever child wouldn't want a book about a man being eaten by a fish or a little boy killing a giant.
The Complete Moon Base Alpha: Space Case; Spaced Out; Waste of Space
Stuart Gibbs - 2019
Dash Gibson solves mysteries on the space station he calls home in this hilarious New York Times bestselling series from Stuart Gibbs! All three books of the Moon Base Alpha series are now available together in a collectible boxed set!Twelve-year-old Dashiell Gibson solves murders, finds missing people, and searches for a rogue poisoner in this far-out adventure series from the author of Belly Up and Spy School!This mind-boggling mystery collection includes:Space CaseSpaced OutWaste of Space
I Love My Mommy
Giles Andreae - 2010
Wonderfully child-like verses about everything that makes mothers irresistible to their little ones are illustrated with bright and bold pictures in this life-affirming book. Toddler-friendly, funny, and loving, this is an experience to be shared time and time again.
I Absolutely Must Do Coloring Now or Painting or Drawing
Lauren Child - 2006
The creative, magical world of Charlie and Lola is perfect inspiration for little kids, and with plenty of room to draw, and lots of activities, planets with stripes and silly hats are sure to be just the beginning!
Where Is Lily's Miss Kelly Kay?
Barbara Miller - 2013
We must help Lily find her. Come along everyone and join in the search.
365 Days of Wonder: Mr. Browne's Book of Precepts
R.J. Palacio - 2014
Browne and his love of precepts. Simply put, precepts are principles to live by, and Mr. Browne has compiled 365 of them—one for each day of the year—drawn from popular songs to children’s books to inscriptions on Egyptian tombstones to fortune cookies. His selections celebrate kindness, hopefulness, the goodness of human beings, the strength of people’s hearts, and the power of people’s wills. Interspersed with the precepts are letters and emails from characters who appeared in Wonder. Readers hear from Summer, Jack, Charlotte, Julian, and Amos. There’s something for everyone here, with words of wisdom from such noteworthy people as Anne Frank, Martin Luther King Jr., Confucius, Goethe, Sappho—and over 100 readers of Wonder who sent R. J. Palacio their own precepts.
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.
The Reluctant Dragon
Kenneth Grahame - 1898
When the town-folk send for St. George to slay the dragon, the boy needs to come up with a clever plan to save his friend and convince the townsfolk to accept him. This story first appeared as a chapter in Grahame's Dream Days and was first published as a separate book by Holiday House in 1938 with illustrations by Ernest H. Shepard.
A Book for Kids
C.J. Dennis - 1921
You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.