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The Heavy Bag
Enid is a little girl who is grieving for her grandpa. She walks around with different emotions and feelings, whizzing inside of her. Enid is carrying a heavy bag and struggles to let go of the items within her bag because they remind her of grandad. But, what happens when she opens up to people about how she is feeling and they offer to help carry the weight? Enid will learn that grief remains but takes on many forms, and when you share with others your feelings of grief can feel a little lighter.
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Dalmartian
From the bestselling creator of Stumpkin and Vampenguin comes a whimsical picture book about the unexpected friendship that blooms between a boy and a dog of intergalactic origins.
A visitor from outer space comes to Stephen’s yard one night. It may look like a Dalmatian, but it certainly doesn’t act like one. At first, Stephen and the visitor get off on the wrong paw. They quibble over kibble, debate sleeping arrangements, and must abandon earth dogs’ approach to bathroom breaks altogether to keep the peace. Is a shared love of bacon a strong enough foundation for this ordinary earth boy and extraordinary out-of-this-world canine to learn to live in harmony? -
Daddy, Tell Me a Story
Celebrate the special bond between fathers and daughters with this silly picture book about a bedtime story gone awry.
Bedtime is looming, and Sophie wants to hear a story. So she asks her dad--the best storyteller she knows--to tell her one. He's just started telling a story about a queen and a unicorn when--HOLD ON--this is not the story Sophie had envisioned! She interrupts to request a teeny, tiny change. And then she interrupts again, and again, and again, resulting in an entertaining game of storytelling ping pong as Sophie and Daddy work together to create an unforgettable tale. This beautifully illustrated book is a sweet tribute to daughters, their daddies, and the time they share together.
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The Elephant Detectives
Alan's elephant is missing!
Edie the Elephant Detectives is on the case.
But they just might be missing some important clues . . . can you help them?
Together, they examine donut shops, investigate dinosaur bones, and search the skies from a cable car, but they can't find him anywhere!
Will Alan EVER find his elephant? Will he make a new friend along the way? -
I Hate Love
"A quirky tale of romance, hedgehog-style." - Kirkus Reviews
Henry the Hedgehog always goes with his friend Randy to look for worms. But today, Randy has plans with Becky. They're going to watch the sunset together. Pff, how boring, Henry thinks angrily. Because he hates love. But you can't stop the butterflies in your stomach . . .
A picture book about love, for children with and without quills ages 5 years and up.
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Class Trip
Hijinks and silliness abound during a class trip to the museum in this latest story by Canada's best-loved and bestselling picture book duo, Robert Munsch and Michael Martchenko.
Stephanie and Sean's class goes on a trip to the museum, where they get to watch baby chickens hatching. That gets them wondering what might be hatching out of the bigger eggs nearby.
Then they ask the museum guide to show them the biggest egg in the museum. When they find it, they see that whatever was inside has already hatched, so the kids decide to have a little fun and hatch a scheme to prank the rest of the class.
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The Schlemiel Kids Save the Moon
A joyous modern-day twist on a Wise Men of Chelm folktale written by a fresh Jewish voice filled with humor, some juicy Yiddish terms, and smart, savvy kids brimming with innovative solutions.
"An enjoyable, rollicking read. Fun by the light of the moon—or anytime." —Kirkus Reviews
Oy, Chelm. Long known as home to the “wisest” people in Yiddish folklore. But what is Chelm like today? What if the kids were more clever than the rest of the townsfolk?
When the misguided adults of modern-day Chelm believe the moon has plunged into the lake, it’s up to the Schlemiel siblings to convince the grown-ups that their fears of a fallen moon are unfounded. Join Sarah and Sam in this hilarious twist on a classic Yiddish folktale as they use teamwork, innovation and patience to save the day...and night!
Here is a book that will expand young readers’ knowledge of Jewish culture beyond holidays, history, and the Holocaust.
MORE PRAISE FOR THE SCHLEMIEL KIDS SAVE THE MOON
"Children will grin while hearing or reading this story because in this one the kids are so much smarter than the grown-ups." —San Diego Jewish World
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Always Your Stepdad
A heartwarming picture book about the unique bond between a stepfather and his stepchild.
I’d missed your first steps and your wobbly walk,
But you took my whole heart in your hand.
The special relationship of stepdads and stepkids is celebrated in this gentle and loving tribute to blended families. Showing joy-filled scenes of family life and milestones, this book is ideal for every child of a loving stepfather. It's the perfect way to say: "If I had been there on your very first day, I could never have treasured you more."
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Moo Hoo
Grab your tissues and meet Milton, a bawling bull who learns to embrace his tears and all his big feelings in this relatable read-aloud perfect for fans of Grumpy Monkey, The Day the Crayons Quit, and The Story of Ferdinand.
Milton has a wonderful life.
But he cries . . . A LOT.
He cries when he's sad. Obviously.
And also when he's happy,
and scared, and nervous, and frustrated,
and, well, you name it.
Milton's friends are baffled by his tears, which only makes him cry more.
Until Milton meets Wanda.
This warm-hearted, rib-tickling read-aloud will make you laugh yourself to tears as it gently affirms feeling all your feelings and embracing exactly who you are.
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A Friend for Eddy
When Eddy the goldfish takes a leap of faith to be closer to his new friends, his perspective of the world widens in unexpected ways. A funny story about building empathy and making connections, for fans of LeUyen Pham, Dan Santat, Laura Vaccaro Seeger, and Michael Hall.
Eddy is a lonely goldfish stuck inside his fishbowl. He would love to have a friend to swim and play and blow bubbles with. Soon, on the other side of the glass, he spies not one but two new friends. After days of playing games together, Eddy leaps out of his bowl to be closer to them. And that's when he realizes that his two friends are really the inquisitive eyes of A CAT! Oh, no! Luckily for Eddy, friendship can be found in unexpected places.
A Friend for Eddy is funny and suspenseful, and observant readers will delight in seeing Eddy's mistake before he does. Ann Kim Ha's clever, bold illustrations will hold the attention of the youngest children, making A Friend for Eddy a wonderful choice for bedtime and story-time sharing.
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