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Chester's finally ready to write his own masterpiece --- he just needs to get pesky writer-illustrator Mélanie Watt out of the way.Chester's solo attempts at storytelling are messy, to say the least, but he's determined to go it alone. But where's his story going? After several alternative (but always unhappy) endings, Chester is confronted by a problem he never bargained for. A wry comment on the creative process and how good stories are constructed, this is the most uproarious Chester book yet.

Even the wisest of wolves can have much to learn.Little Wise Wolf spends all his time reading big books and discovering new stars. So, naturally, he's much too busy to help his neighbors. Then, one day, he's summoned to the castle to heal the ailing king. It's a long way, and Little Wise Wolf is unprepared for the arduous journey. Tired and hungry, he begins to doubt how wise he is, as there are many things he doesn't know about the world. Things his neighbors know all about. But will they help him?The wisest thing of all? Accepting a little help from our friends.

In this delightful picture book, Minnow seems to be the only one of King Neptune's fifty mermaid daughters who has no particular skill or accomplishments. That is, except for her persistence in asking many, many questions. "Why don't crabs have fins?" "Where do bubbles go?" "What lies beyond the kingdom?" But one day, as Minnow is drifting in the ocean all alone, a single red woman's shoe, "the loveliest thing she'd ever seen," floats toward her seemingly from out of nowhere. Never having seen a shoe before, Willow becomes intrigued by what it might be. When no one in the kingdom can tell her, she sets off on a quest to find out and, along the way, uncovers answers to many of the things that have been vexing her, including what her true purpose is!Award-winning author and illustrator K. G. Campbell beautifully captures the watery world of his mermaids with soft blues and grays, long hair rippling in the currents and lots of bubbles. Young readers will chuckle knowingly at Minnow's misinterpretations of the world "at the edge of the kingdom, where bubbles burst and the above place began," as they delight in her discovery of what the shoe is used for. With the feel of a fairy tale, this is a fun and humorous story with a wonderful message appropriate for character education lessons about the value of believing in yourself and the power of perseverance when you are searching for answers to life's most important questions.

The perfect resource for budding bird-watchers, this beautiful, comprehensive introduction encourages children to appreciate the wonderful world of birds all around them. Because birds can be spotted in every neighbourhood, and in all seasons, they are an excellent choice for piquing children''s interest in wildlife. Here''s a comprehensive, child-friendly guide to birds that makes the perfect starting point. Colourful pages explore the characteristics of different bird species, along with many of their fascinating and unique features, from their feathers to their eggs and nests.

Caroline Lawson is three months away from freedom, otherwise known as graduation day. That''s when she''ll finally escape her rigid prep school and the parents who thought they could convert her to being straight. Until then, Caroline is keeping her head down, pretending to be the perfect student even though she is crushed by her family and heartbroken over the girlfriend who left for California. But when her best friend Madison disappears, she realises how little she knew of what her friend was up to. Caroline has some uncomfortable secrets about the hours before Madison disappeared, but they''re nothing compared to the secrets Madison has been hiding.

n a story that''s never been told before, Monica Arnaldo''s hilarious picture book explores the point of view of an unusual narrator: a child''s bed. Irreverent and full of personality, Arnaldo''s Bed is also full of love and compassion, making for a relatable and, ultimately, endearing story. This playful and highly original book offers a light-hearted way to approach discussions on communication, perspective and viewpoint. It can be used to promote critical thinking in young children and an understanding that there are at least two sides to every story.

After coughing up a hairball, a girl''s cat doesn''t feel well. So the girl offers to give her cat a hug, which makes the cat - and the girl - feel better. A dog notices and asks for a hug, too. Then some ducks come along asking for hugs. And a skunk... and a bear - and a porcupine! One animal after another comes asking the girl for a hug until she''s simply had enough. How much more of this can she take? With spare text and wonderfully expressive illustrations, Charlene Chua has created a playful, funny picture book with an original premise.

The stories Gabe ''reads'' to his little sister start out sounding familiar - a red-caped girl on her way to Grandma''s house meets a wolf in the woods - but then, just in the nick of time, Sir Gabriel swoops in to save the day. His sister points out that''s not how the story is supposed to go. The boy says his way is better: ''Nothing bad happens in my story.'' But when his sister stops listening, the boy realises he needs to reconsider. Are his stories boring? Why does it seem like there''s always something missing?

In the style of ''The House That Jack Built,'' here''s a cumulative, rhyming tale that follows an acorn on an arduous journey, as one animal after another steals it, drops it or tosses it, sending the acorn inside an old shoe, high above the trees and down to the bottom of a stream. But in the end, the rat, goose, bear and more turn out to simply be the conduits that help the acorn eventually land on a hillside, where the warm sun helps it grow into another grand oak tree, which now holds the house where Jack (Jill''s grandson) plays.

Ever wonder what happens when you go to sleep at night? Discover all that''s still going on in the world after dark, in this intriguing, fact-packed introduction to the science of night. What happens when we go to sleep at night? Now young readers can find out, in this entertaining exploration of the science of night. Lisa Deresti Betik has created a fun, engaging and fact-packed introduction to the science of what happens in the world after dark.

The UN designated October the 11th as the International Day of the Girl, a day to increase awareness of problems that affect girls around the world and to encourage progress toward gender equality. 9 stories inspired by the real-life experiences of girls from all over the globe bring to light the importance of this day. Each story is set in a different country and sensitively describes an inequity faced by a character and how she addressed it. Their powerful, and empowering, experiences will stir the activist in every child.

From the time we''re babies, our brains constantly sort and label the world around us - a skill that''s crucial for our survival. But, as adolescents are all too aware, there''s a tremendous downside: when we do this to groups of people it can cause great harm. Here''s a comprehensive introduction to the science behind stereotypes that will help young people make sense of why we classify people, and how we can change our thinking. Besides the many ways this book could be used to inspire frank and in-depth discussions on the importance of addressing stereotypes and bias, it also links to many science and social studies curriculum topics.

A dreamlike, evocative exploration of the natural world at night.If you were night and you saw the moon tiptoe past your window, would you nestle under the covers? Or would you step outside to follow it? What if you felt a tail brush your ankle, would you freeze? Or skitter away? And if you saw an owl swoop from a branch, would you hide? Or join the hunt? The child in these pages chooses adventure, and thrillingly experiences a night like no other.A story for all children who have ever heard the night call their name.

Author Margriet Ruurs begins this engaging informational picture book by posing an intriguing question: "What is a school? Is it a building with classrooms? Or can it be any place where children learn?" The fascinating stories that follow will expand how young readers think of school, as they learn about the experiences of real children in thirteen different countries around the world. From Marta in Azezo, Ethiopia, and Luciano in Mérida, Venezuela, to Alina in Taraz, Kazakhstan, and Lu in Shanghai, China, the children who are profiled live in places that truly span the globe. However, while there are huge differences in their environments, all the children share similar desires to learn, read and play with others. Alice Feagan's charming cut-paper collage artwork further enhances the idea of a global community by featuring smiling, enthusiastic children's faces, which are equally joyous and filled with life in every situation. As with all the titles in the popular Around the World series, using a familiar concept such as going to school is a perfect way to introduce children to other cultures and places in social studies classes. The author has provided several resources at the end of the book, including discussion topics and a list of organizations that help children access education. A world map at the beginning of the book shows the location of each of the countries, and a glossary contains definitions of the foreign words. These, along with a table of contents, make useful tools for familiarizing young readers with book navigation.

An alien, government agents and ... pizza? Nate's on a mission to Earth from the planet Vega. His goal: eat pizza! Luckily, soon after crash-landing he meets Fazel, who helps him create a disguise, learn the ways of Earthlings and, most importantly, stuff himself with pizza! What a blast Earth is! There's only one problem. Two Men in Beige (government agents) have been trying to capture him --- and they're starting to close in. Can Nate and Fazel repair Nate's spacecraft before the agents find him? And will Nate have had his fill of pizza by then?Kids will laugh so hard, they'll be primed for liftoff!

From the best-selling author of One Hen comes the inspiring story of one struggling farming family in Honduras and their journey to growing enough food to meet their needs. Based on the real story of farm transformation underway in Honduras and many other countries, this book offers children ways they can be part of the movement to grow "good gardens" and foster food security.Eleven-year-old María Luz and her family live on a small farm. This year their crop is poor, and they may not have enough to eat or to sell for other essentials, such as health care, school uniforms and books. When María's father must leave home to find work, she is left in charge of their garden. Then a new teacher comes to María's school and introduces her to sustainable farming practices that yield good crops. As María begins to use the same methods at home, she too sees improvements, which allow her family to edge their way out of the grip of the greedy "coyotes" --- the middlemen who make profits on the backs of poor farmers. Little by little, the farms --- and the hopes --- of María and her neighbors are transformed as good gardens begin to grow.

A girl and her neighbor grow a community from their garden.Grace thinks Larry's garden is one of the wonders of the world. In his tiny backyard, Larry grows extraordinary vegetables, with Grace as his helper. They water and weed, plant and prune, hoe and harvest. And whenever there's a problem, Grace and Larry solve it together. Grace soon learns that Larry has big plans for the vegetables in his garden. And when the garden faces its biggest problem yet, Grace follows Larry's example to find the perfect solution.Amazing things can grow when you tend your garden with kindness.

The perfect introduction to plants.From crowded cities to open prairies, deserts to wetlands, plants grow everywhere! This comprehensive introduction will open children's eyes to the plants that surround them and their importance to all of our lives. First it explores plant parts, life cycles and growing zones. Then it brings children up close to nature by taking them on a season-by-season tour of what plants are doing throughout the year. And for hands-on experience, there's an interactive Q&A guide to help plant sleuths identify what they've spotted. Sure to inspire budding naturalists to stop and observe the wonders growing all around them!

A unique look at the boreal forest, Earth's vast and vital wilderness.The boreal forest, the planet's largest land biome, spans the northern regions like ¿a scarf around the neck of the world.¿ Besides providing homes for many species, the forest's influence is far-reaching: its trees and wetlands clean our air and water and are helping slow global climate change. In this evocative tour, a lyrical fictional narrative is paired with informational sidebars that describe life in the forest throughout the year, from one country to another.One of the world's most magnificent regions comes to vivid life through the art of storytelling.

An elevator ride to a birthday party turns into a shared experience bursting with joy in this multicultural story about community, togetherness and the special feeling of belonging.Today is Olive's birthday party, and Sophie and her dad have baked cookies. Sophie's dad holds the platter so Sophie can push the elevator button for the tenth floor. But on the way up, the elevator stops for the Santucci brothers. Then, for Vicky, Babs, and their dog, Norman. And, as the elevator ascends, more neighbors squeeze in: the Habibs, the Flores family, Mr. Kwan. Everyone's going to the party!Such a wonderful, close-knit building --- kids will want to move right in!

A quest for the perfect birthday gift makes for laugh-out-loud fun.¿I wanted to get you the greatest present ever,¿ our narrator says. But somehow, nothing quite worked out. First there were the hand-knitted birthday socks (have you ever tried knitting birthday socks?). Then, a ten-scoop ice cream cone (a disaster to carry), a magic kit (it disappeared, just like magic!), an apple juice-fueled jet pack (just a few kinks to work out). And still our narrator has nothing. Or, maybe there is something here to give after all ...Everyone knows it's the thought that counts, right? Especially when it's a gift that comes from the heart.

Akiko Miyakoshi's enchanting new book explores how it feels to harbor a secret dream. People from all over the world come and go at the gracious innkeeper's little hotel, some even becoming friends over the years. Only, sometimes, the innkeeper feels the desire to travel far away himself. He longs to pack a big bag and journey from one unfamiliar town to another. He imagines stopping to visit his friends. And having wonderful and unexpected experiences. The innkeeper continues to go about his daily routine at his hotel. But, someday, he is sure, he will explore the world.For every child --- and adult --- who yearns for what lies beyond the horizon.

Inspired by true events, One Hen tells the story of Kojo, a boy from Ghana who turns a small loan into a thriving farm and a livelihood for many.

The third book in the popular, rib-tickling Big Words Small Stories series.Meet Oleander, who likes to keep busy, and her pet salamander, Sally Mander, who prefers to take it easy. Over the course of five short stories, the pair are visited by the Sprinkle Fairy and her helpers, who've slipped a Big Word into each story. For example, Oleander accuses Sally Mander of procrastinating when it comes to her gardening duties. And Sally Mander demands that the bird who ate her worm regurgitate it immediately. It's all fun with words --- BIG time!Deadpan laughs and cool Big Words! Kids will be flabbergasted by how entertaining reading can be!

This lyrical tale, written in simple free verse, tells how a game with roots in ancient China --- called elastic skip in this story --- helps a boy find his footing on his first day at a new school. It is David's first day at his brand-new school. He doesn't know anyone. At recess, he stands alone and watches the other children enjoying their activities on the playground, from practicing soccer moves and climbing monkey bars to playing hopscotch and daydreaming in the grass. Bundled deep inside David's pocket is a string of rubber bands, knotted and ready for a game of elastic skip. But will anyone want to try that game? he wonders. Will anyone want to play with him?With simple, lyrical free verse, Alan Woo echoes the singsong of schoolyard games to draw readers into the deeper levels of this lovely and poignant picture book story. Exploring the themes of friendship, diversity, belonging and inclusion, the book also celebrates David's self-acceptance and comfort with his own unique identity. With roots in ancient China, David's jump-rope game --- called elastic skip in the story, but known by many different names --- is a symbol for multicultural connections, linking David and his new schoolmates through the sharing of his background. Katty Maurey's colorful screen print-style illustrations evoke the seemingly endless space, energy, brightness and noise of recess. And through changing perspective, readers see David's evolution from a small figure lost in the crowd to a larger, central one at the story's close. This book would make an excellent choice for social studies discussions on community or cultures. It also could launch discussions on courage or individuality.

An unintended experiment teaches real-life lessons about life's intricate interconnections.In the 1800s, the American government decided to eliminate threats to livestock near Yellowstone National Park. By 1926, there were no gray wolves left in the park. This set off a cascade of devastating changes to virtually every part of the park's ecosystem, and the once-thriving landscape was soon in distress. Then, in an effort to reverse course, gray wolves were reintroduced in 1995. In time, animal populations start to stabilize, waterways are restored and, miraculously, health returns to the park. This remarkable story of transformation is sure to captivate, and to inspire respect for nature's surprisingly complex balancing act.

Razia dreams of getting an education, but in her small village in Afghanistan, girls haven't been allowed to attend school for many years. When a new girls' school opens in the village, a determined Razia must convince her father and oldest brother that educating her would be best for her, their family and their community.

An environmental fable that illustrates the awesome power of a hug.

A girl's poetic exploration of the ocean she loves.¿This is my ocean,¿ the young girl begins as she heads over the dunes with her mother. Then, passing the day at the seaside, she lyrically describes her ocean in simple, sensory detail. It is both ¿slimy¿ and ¿sandy,¿ ¿sparkly¿ and ¿dull.¿ It has wonderful sounds, as it ¿splashes and crashes and echoes and squawks.¿ And there are so many colors, from ¿rusted orange¿ to ¿polished green.¿ Though ¿mostly it's blue.¿ Nothing escapes the girl's careful observations. And at day's end, she can't wait to for her next trip to the beach.This enchanting nature companion will awaken the explorer in every child.