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Slaying autism stereotypes with stand-up, one joke at a time.

Angela pushes one button, then another until- Oh no! The plane takes off!

A treacherous voyage across the open seas is the last hope for safety and freedom for five young people from around the world.

The beloved story of an Inuvialuit girl standing up to the bullies of residential school, updated for a new generation of readers.Margaret Olemaun Pokiak-Fenton's powerful story of residential school in the far North has been reissued to commemorate the memoir's 10th anniversary with updates to the text, reflections on the book's impact, and a bonus chapter from the acclaimed follow-up, A Stranger at Home. New content includes a foreword from Dr. Debbie Reese, noted Indigenous scholar and founder of American Indians in Children's Literature, while Christy Jordan-Fenton, mother of Margaret's grandchildren and a key player in helping Margaret share her stories, discusses the impact of the book in a new preface.With important updates since it first hit the shelves a decade ago, this new edition of Fatty Legs will continue to resonate with readers young and old.

Tyya's dad won't buy anything "good" when he takes his kids grocery shopping.

Mortimer becomes rowdier and rowdier as he refuses to go to sleep.

A gorgeous picture book about a young insect enthusiast who learns about the ever-mysterious cicada and how our curiosity about nature never truly goes away.Annie is tired of waiting for the cicadas to finally appear: every day, they show hints of their upcoming arrival, but to her disappointment, they seem to be taking their sweet time coming out. As Annie's anticipation builds to bursting, she is joined first by her great-grandmother, then her grandmother, then her mother-each of whom has her own cicada story to tell. When the magnificent insects finally appear and sing their incredible songs, Annie realizes some things are worth the wait.This lovely picture book is perfect for amateur bug lovers and aspiring entomologists alike: alongside debut illustrator Sarah Whang's stunning art, author Laura Bontje turns an ordinary backyard into a magical world filled with wonder. Readers will be swept away by their own curiosity as they explore all the fascinating things about nature just outside our doors. Informative, expert-reviewed backmatter on cicadas provide further context on these fascinating creatures.

A poignant and poetic picture book celebrating traditional Indigenous harvesting, foods, and the connections that these build for all our relations.It's a special day: the young protagonist in this memorable story is learning her grandfather's favorite recipe from her grandmother! As each ingredient is prepared for this special dish, readers will be eager to follow along as they are transported back to each instance of gathering, hunting, and harvesting foods in the traditional ways throughout the seasons.Willie Poll's poetic voice leads the readers through the seasons and what Mother Earth offers to us in nature in this beautiful celebration of the Earth, our foods, our family, and the importance of grieving those we love. With an emphasis on the importance of thanking the land for what is given to us, sharing with our community, and offering a plate to our ancestors, this gentle and thoughtful tale will resonate with readers young and old alike. Shaikara David's bright and inviting illustrations carry the cooking experience from the kitchen, to the forest, and back again.Featuring an author's note on traditional harvesting practices and a recipe for Nuwish, Our Ancestors' Kitchen is a joyous exploration of love, food, and culture.

A STEAM-packed celebration of outside-the-box thinking set during a school science fair-perfect for fans of Ada Twist, Scientist.It's time for the Scintillating Science Symposium, and Mo is determined to win this year's competition. He knows his classmates are talented, but none of them are serious scientists like him . . . especially not Muriel. After all, Mo wants to be a chemist when he grows up; Muriel wants to be a cat. Besides, Mo has the best idea to turn something small into something big. He just can't forget his secret ingredient . . .As the day of the Symposium arrives, readers will love discovering the scientific surprises behind the Sunnysill Elementary students' projects, from lemon meringue pie to boogers. Ana Stretcu's energetic and charming artwork further emphasizes how fun STEAM can be and how creativity can help answer big questions-in the classroom and beyond.

Five absolutely outrageous and utterly timeless Munsch stories-all in one hilarious collection!With over 80 million books sold across the globe, Robert Munsch is the authority on funny kids books!This affordable treasury is a valuable resource for any shelf, full of empowering stories where kids rule and each predicament is more outrageous than the last.5 Absolutely Outrageous Munsch Stories includes:MortimerPigsSomething GoodMoira's BirthdayThe Boy in the DrawerPlus! Get the inside scoop on the real life kids who inspired each main character and how Munsch's original super silly stories came to be!Along with Michael Martchenko's instantly recognizable illustrations, Munsch's zany spins on everyday situations are the perfect gift for any kid who loves to laugh.

A debut picture book that explores the importance of pronouncing names properly and celebrates cultural identity.Saajin loves his name-he loves it so much that he sees it spelled out in the world around him in his snacks, in the sky and sometimes he even sings it aloud. On his first day of school, Saajin is excited to meet his new classmates, but things take a turn when the teacher mispronounces his name as Say-jin and he is not sure how-or if he should-correct her. After trying to live with the different version of his name for a while and some thoughtful conversations with his family about the meaning behind it, Saajin realizes the importance of reclaiming his name and embracing his identity. This empowering story, accompanied by energetic and vibrant art by Samrath Kaur, will resonate with any reader who has ever felt misunderstood.

This innovative picture book introduces readers to the concept of Etuaptmumk¿or Two-Eyed Seeing, the gift of multiple perspectives in the Mi¿kmaw language¿as we follow a group of young children connecting to nature as their teacher.A poetic, joyful celebration of the Lands and Waters as spring unfolds: we watch for Robin's return, listen for Frog's croaking, and wonder at maple tree's gift of sap. Grounded in Etuaptmumk, also known as Two-Eyed Seeing¿which braids together the strengths of Indigenous and non-Indigenous ways of knowing¿and the Mi¿kmaq concept of Netukulimk¿meaning to protect Mother Earth for the ancestors, present, and future generations¿Walking Together nurtures respectful, reciprocal, responsible relationships with the Land and Water, plant-life, animals and other-than-human beings for the benefit of all.

A Quill & Quire Best Book of the Year! A fun and touching debut that explores the power of finding your voice.Rudābeh (Rudy for short) loves to talk, sing, jump and shout. There’s just one problem: the adults in her life are always telling her that she is SO LOUD. When her grandmother (Māmān Bozorg) visits from Iran for the first time, Rudy worries that she might be too loud for her. But as she tries to be quieter, Rudy starts to feel less and less like herself. Listening closely to the many sounds in her world—from husky howls and streetcar chimes to Māmān Bozorg’s roaring sneezes—Rudy tries to figure out the full range of her own voice, discovering along the way the joy in being loud.With exuberant illustrations by Shiva Delsooz, this charming story will resonate with readers who love to make noise and are still learning where and when to take up space.

¿A stunning read [. . .] simmering with tension and gripping to the final word.¿ ¿Debbie Rigaud, New York Times bestselling author of Simone Breaks All the Rules and A Girl¿s Guide to Love & MagicNow in paperback! A Black teen dancer with dreams of landing a spot in a prestigious ballet company must learn to dance on her own terms in this explosive debut about the healing power of art and friendship, perfect for fans of Heartstopper and Tiny Pretty Things.Ballet is Aishäs life. But when discrimination at her elite academy pushes her to her breaking point, she decides to pivot. At her new public arts school, Aisha scores more dance opportunities than she¿s ever had before. And it doesn¿t hurt that she gets to take classes with her bestie . . . and with Ollie, an adorably shy musician who keeps throwing off her usually impeccable balance.Yet even as Aisha navigates friendships, family conflict, and first love, questions about her dance career open up new and old wounds. Aisha must find strength in herself and place her trust in others to make her next move."At times hopeful and beautiful but also heartbreakingly devastating, When It All Syncs Up is a story of love in so many forms. But maybe most important of all, it is about the love we give ourselves, and allow ourselves to be given, even at our most broken."¿Jonny Garza Villa, author of the Pura Belpré Honor Book Fifteen Hundred Miles from the Sun

This innovative picture book introduces readers to the concept of Etuaptmumk-or Two-Eyed Seeing, the gift of multiple perspectives in the Mi'kmaw language-as we follow a group of young children connecting to nature as their teacher. A poetic, joyful celebration of the Lands and Waters as spring unfolds: we watch for Robin's return, listen for Frog's croaking, and wonder at maple tree's gift of sap. Grounded in Etuaptmumk, also known as Two-Eyed Seeing-which braids together the strengths of Indigenous and non-Indigenous ways of knowing-and the Mi'kmaq concept of Netukulimk-meaning to protect Mother Earth for the ancestors, present, and future generations-Walking Together nurtures respectful, reciprocal, responsible relationships with the Land and Water, plant-life, animals and other-than-human beings for the benefit of all.