My Family
Families come in different shapes, colours, and sizes. Shanice loves her family just as it is. But when Mummy and Daddy separate things begin to change. Best friend Susie comes up with a way for Shanice to bring her family back to what it once was. The thing is this family is changing, this family is becoming something new. This family keeps growing. A story that differs from the traditional family structure. Follow Shanice as she experiences the different emotions and changes because of a family separation that finds her family growing bigger than ever. The Story touches on topics of separation, stepsiblings, stepparents, a grandma's warm and comforting love and a best friend who supports Shanice through it all.
Harper's Tail of Adventure
Harper's Tail of AdventureHarper loves family trips to the countryside.So many sights, so many sounds, so many smells...There's simply too much to do, to take the time to listen to Henry's advice about staying close to the farm...A delightful 'tail' about what can happen when good advice falls on busy ears.
Appaloosa Summer
Meg has never known loss. Until her heart-horse drops dead underneath her in the show ring. Jared has been living with loss ever since his father died in a tragic farming accident. Meg escapes her grief by changing everything about her life; moving away to spend the summer on an island in the St. Lawrence River. New place. New job. No horses. Once there, she meets Jared; working hard to keep anything else in his life from changing. When Jared offers Meg a scruffy appaloosa mare out of a friend's back field, it's the beginning of a journey that will change them both by summer's end. "Appaloosa Summer takes us on a sweet journey of a teenage girl dealing with loss, deciphering family relationships, growing up, and falling for a boy - all in one summer - and on a quaint country island." - Brittney Joy, author of Red Rock Ranch series
Wheelchair Rugby Rush
When Robinson learns about wheelchair rugby during Super Sports Saturday, he can't wait to try it. But then his family moves to Alabama to help take care of his grandma after she gets hurt. But Robinson's in luck--his dad tells him about an organization called the Shore that has a wheelchair rugby team. Robinson's in for quite a rush as he learns a new sport--and some important lessons about life. Find out in this exciting, easy-to-read chapter book by Jake Maddox!
I Want Something Else
Little Brother is back...but this time Big Sister and Grandpa are in on the action! Every morning, Grandma and Grandpa count their blessings. Then, as paper carriers, they count papers. In this story, Little Brother is counting on Grandma caving in to his persistent whining. Will Grandma, Grandpa, and Big Sister's camping weekend be ruined?The story uses repetitive language, numbers and two-tiered words. Extras include: campfire recipes and an entire section on debunking counting!
My Brain is a Happy Helper
Children love to help. Written for 3-5 year olds, the Happy Helper series explores the way children help their family and friends by using what they have - hands, heart, eyes, mouth, ears, brain and feet. In this book, follow along as the reader learns about new people, places and things as they celebrate Mother's Day and Father's Day, and explore how: When someone else needs help, I like to use my ... brain.
My Feet are Happy Helpers
Children love to help. Written for 3-5 year olds, the Happy Helper series explores the way children help their family and friends by using what they have - hands, heart, eyes, mouth, ears, brain and feet. In this book, follow along as the reader realises that every day is special and there are special people everywhere, by exploring how: When someone else needs help, I like to use my ... feet.
My Blanket
Blankets are the best! Do you have one?I love my blanket a lot; let me tell you why . . .This book is a short story about a young girl and the safety blanket she has grown up with. Join her in rediscovering what she loves about her blanket.
The Tiny Angel
The Tiny Angel begins her journey at the gates of heaven where she meets the Greeting Angel. The Tiny Angel soon finds out that all new angels are asked to study and practice their heavenly skills before they can become special angels and receive their wings. Over time the Tiny Angel's friends were growing taller which made her feel different and sad. Would she ever learn enough, know enough and sing well enough to be accepted as a Special Angel and receive her wings? As time goes by she discovers there is a purpose for all in heaven and her own destiny becomes clear.
Martie The Dreamer
Meet Martie, a curious and adventurous girl with a big imagination. Martie loves her imagination; it allows her to explore new worlds, play pretend and think outside the box. One day, Martie's imagination takes control of her emotions and everything seems to go wrong. She can't stop her mind from racing, until she discovers that everyone feels out of control sometimes. The key is learning how to cope with those emotions. This interactive story is the perfect introduction for talking to children about anxiety, stress and different coping strategies they can use when they are feeling overwhelmed in their day-to-day life.
Daisy’s Presentation Day
Southern California, 2019. Eight-year-old African girl Daisy, adopted by a Caucasian gay couple David and Isiah, was feeling excited for her first presentation day at her local elementary school. However, her excitement and presentation were brutally dismissed when the class bully, Billy, and her other classmates shamed her for having a family dynamic that didn't exemplify the popular heteronormative model. She navigated through fighting the internal and external conflicts associated with her parents' relationship to the point where she had a breakdown. With the help of her guidance counselor, she was able to inform others that casting judgment based on one's differences is hurtful, wrong, and demeaning. In the end, all we need is love, and love doesn't see race, color, or gender.
Martie The Dreamer
Meet Martie, a curious and adventurous girl with a big imagination. Martie loves her imagination; it allows her to explore new worlds, play pretend and think outside the box. One day, Martie's imagination takes control of her emotions and everything seems to go wrong. She can't stop her mind from racing, until she discovers that everyone feels out of control sometimes. The key is learning how to cope with those emotions. This interactive story is the perfect introduction for talking to children about anxiety, stress and different coping strategies they can use when they are feeling overwhelmed in their day-to-day life.
The Tiny Angel
The Tiny Angel begins her journey at the gates of heaven where she meets the Greeting Angel. The Tiny Angel soon finds out that all new angels are asked to study and practice their heavenly skills before they can become special angels and receive their wings. Over time the Tiny Angel's friends were growing taller which made her feel different and sad. Would she ever learn enough, know enough and sing well enough to be accepted as a Special Angel and receive her wings? As time goes by she discovers there is a purpose for all in heaven and her own destiny becomes clear.
The Swan Lake Surprise
The Swan Lake Ballet recital is coming up, and Emma has the lead role! She spends a lot of extra time practicing with Bella, who also has a major role in the performance. Emma's best friend, Pinky, has a slightly smaller role in the ballet. She is a little sad that she doesn't get to spend as much time with Emma, who always seems to be too busy practicing with Bella to spend much time with her anymore. Pinky is afraid that Emma has forgotten a very important day coming up... and could Emma and Bella also be keeping a secret from her? Pinky is in for a big surprise!
Pinky Takes the Stage!
Emma and Pinky are best friends who love ballet. When they first hear about their upcoming recital, Pinky gets a case of stage fright. With the help of her best friend, family and wise dance teacher, Pinky learns how to reach for the stars.
A Fairy Different Life
A Fairy Different Life is written in verse to appeal to audiences from 1 to 100. Ideally, it is meant for children ages 5-10.The story takes the reader into the mind of a young girl who feels superior to her friends on the playground. She dislikes their differences and wishes they could all be more like her.When a fairy appears, the little girl learns what it feels like to be in the shoes of the children she has been judging.A Fairy Different Life has an anti-bullying message, but also spreads a message of diversity, in an entertaining way. The rhymes keep children interested from beginning to end.The beautiful illustrations by Regina Land set the scene as they help tell the story by author, Goob.
It All Begins with Jelly Beans
Two girls form an unlikely friendship during their shared time in the school nurse's office in this heartfelt middle grade novel for fans of Save Me a Seat and Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus.Meg spends her days hoping no one thinks too hard about why she wears the same t-shirt and slippers to school every day. Luckily, the nurse's office provides a welcome escape from classmates who don't understand...and snacks when food runs out at home. Riley knows fitting in at her new school would be a lot easier if her friends were more understanding of her type 1 diabetes. So she keeps her testing under wraps...and an emergency bag of jelly beans on hand. When Meg and Riley end up together in the nurse's office one day, both girls think they've worked each other out, but what if they've got it all wrong? On the brink of moving on to junior high, Riley and Meg must find the courage to discover who they really want to be. And maybe a bag of shared jelly beans will provide all the help they need.
Saving the Little Red Barn
The Little Red Barn is up for sale. Farmer Jonathan has only two weeks to come up with the money to save his farm and keep the animals. Lily finds out about the problem. She is ready to come up with a solution that will challenge her faith and determination in spite of opposition. It will take a miracle saving the Little Red Barn.
My Blanket
Blankets are the best! Do you have one?I love my blanket a lot; let me tell you why . . .This book is a short story about a young girl and the safety blanket she has grown up with. Join her in rediscovering what she loves about her blanket.
I know in my Heart
"I know in my heart that love is the keyto a happier world and it all starts with me."I know in my Heart is a lyrical and educational picture book for children in preschool through third grade illustrating the concepts of good and bad, of love and understanding and how we're all different yet very much the same. It's catchy, it's memorable and, most importantly, it's timely.Truly unique characters that any child can identify with burst forth from over 30 pages of vibrant, playful illustrations that will capture your child's attention as easily as the memorable lyrical verses capture their heart. Welcome to Elvie's world. Welcome to I know in my Heart.We all know what it means when we say "I know in my heart."When you believe something to be truewithout being able to explain why, you can only say, "I know it in my heart". And that's Elvie's mantra. Follow your heart.We fear and we hatebecause of what we don't know.But understanding and kindnesshelp relationships grow.So, follow along with Elvie as we learn to listen to our hearts and that being kind and finding something in common helps us understand each other and maybe even get along... no matter how different we may have seemed at first.
Super Enemies
Mira and Carl are enemies. They are also sister and brother. They never want to do the same thing. Except, they both want to sit behind Daddy when they ride in the car. One day, Dad takes them to the beach. Carl is going to be the super hero and build a castle. Mira will be the super villain and destroy it. So, Carl builds better and stronger castles. And Mira comes up with more ingenious ways to destroy them. Can being enemies be so much fun that it bonds them together?
Exploring Seriality on Screen
This collective book analyzes seriality as a major phenomenon increasingly connecting audiovisual narratives (cinematic films and television series) in the 20th and 21st centuries.
My Mouth is a Happy Helper
Children love to help. Written for 3-5 year olds, the Happy Helper series explores the way children help their family and friends by using what they have - hands, heart, eyes, mouth, ears, brain and feet. In this book, follow along as the reader uses other people's birthdays to make people happy, by exploring how: When someone else needs help, I like to use my ... mouth.
My Eyes are Happy Helpers
Children love to help. Written for 3-5 year olds, the Happy Helper series explores the way children help their family and friends by using what they have - hands, heart, eyes, mouth, ears, brain and feet. In this book, follow along as the reader enjoys Easter and sees how we all have gifts to help others, and explores how: When someone else needs help, I like to use my ... eyes.
My Ears are Happy Helpers
Children love to help. Written for 3-5 year olds, the Happy Helper series explores the way children help their family and friends by using what they have - hands, heart, eyes, mouth, ears, brain and feet. In this book, follow along as the reader makes new friends as they experience the first day of school, karate and other activities, and explore how: When someone else needs help, I like to use my ... ears.
Wicked Awesome Stepmother
Once upon a time it was just my sister, daddy, and me.We always had the best of times when it was just us three...Wicked Awesome Stepmother tells the story of a single father introducing his girlfriend to his young daughters. While the youngest daughter is eager to make friends with the new stepmom figure, the eldest has a bit of trouble warming up to her...after all, she's convinced this woman is actually an EVIL WITCH!Could the young girl ever actually LIKE this woman?
I know in my heart
"I know in my heart that love is the keyto a happier world and it all starts with me."I know in my Heart is a lyrical and educational picture book for children in kindergarten through third grade illustrating the concepts of good and bad, of love and understanding and how we're all different yet very much the same.It's catchy, it's memorable and, most importantly, it's timely.Truly unique characters that any child can identify with burst forth from over 30 pages of vibrant, playful illustrations that will capture your child's attention as easily as the memorable lyrical verses educate their soul and capture their heart. Welcome to Elvie's world. Welcome to I know in my Heart.We all know what it means when we say "I know in my heart."When you believe something to be true without being able to explain why, you can only say, "I know it in my heart". And that's Elvie's mantra. Follow your heart.We fear and we hatebecause of what we don't know.But understanding and kindnesshelp relationships grow.So, follow along with Elvie as we learn to listen to our hearts and that being kind and finding something in common helps us understand each other and maybe even get along... no matter how different we may have seemed at first.
All I Want for Christmas Is...A Family
Christmas day is two days away. The occupants of a home share a bit of doubt and are reluctant that what they want most for Christmas may not happen.However, the pets were not so reluctant. As colorful lights sparkled, candles flickered, and the Christmas tree twinkles, it was obvious the bold, flashing lights caused them a range of excitement. The countdown to Christmas Eve has arrived. The pets were playfully loud, having a joyous time. Suddenly it went bad quick and fast! It was horrible. Christmas appears bleak. They need a Christmas miracle.
Ballewiena
The award-winning creator of the Giraffe and Bird books introduces Dotty the dancing dachshund to celebrate the gifts of those who struggle to "sit" and "stay" Dotty the dachshund knows she was born to dance ballet. When told to sit, she does a pli矇. Asked to stay, she does an assembl矇. Fed up with Dotty's lack of discipline, Mrs. Austere sends her to the Canine School of Obedience, but Dotty just can't seem to learn. Heartbroken, the little dog flees to the park--where an unexpected new friend is waiting. Could he know the secret to helping Dotty dance out her dreams with her own kind of discipline? In Ballewiena, author-illustrator Rebecca Bender, creator of the award-winning Giraffe and Bird books, introduces a new volume of animal hi-jinks. Tucked into the witty language and amusing antics is a story about growth mindset and a perceptive note of encouragement for anyone who was made for activity in a world that expects stillness.
Boy Without a Home
This story is about a young boy that has no home. As he wonders through town trying to find his way. He asked around for food and help finding a new family. He meets a tiny little mouse that knows just how to help him.
Peaceful Me
A young child tells us about the different times when he feels peaceful, as well as how he copes when he needs to find a peaceful state again. Acclaimed picture-book creators Sandra V. Feder and Rahele Jomepour Bell have teamed up once again to create a thoughtful and beautifully illustrated exploration of peacefulness. "I like feeling peaceful," the young narrator tells us, then describes the times when he is filled with this emotion. When he is playing with a friend, he feels "free peaceful"; when he is having family dinner, "yummy peaceful"; when he is outside gazing up at the sky, "fluffy clouds peaceful". But, of course, he doesn't always feel peaceful, and we hear about his strategies for coping during those times, such as taking deep breaths, imagining his favorite things, and finding a quiet refuge or a hug. Peaceful Me is the perfect companion to Angry Me -- together, they encourage readers to let anger come and go, while inviting peace to come and stay. Key Text Features explanation illustrations vignettes Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.7 With prompting and support, describe the relationship between illustrations and the story in which they appear (e.g., what moment in a story an illustration depicts). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.2 Retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate understanding of their central message or lesson. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.4 Identify words and phrases in stories or poems that suggest feelings or appeal to the senses.
Little Bat Up All Day
Little Bat has never stayed up all day before! How does the world look when he's normally asleep? This sweet, sunny picture book from New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor-winning Brian Lies is a charming story of new experiences and new friends.Little Bat always goes to sleep at the end of the night. But what if he stayed up all day? He's excited to see how everything looks in the sun!It turns out the world is a much different place during the day, when Little Bat is normally sleeping. It's hot, bright, and noisy. Luckily, Rusty the Squirrel is willing to show Little Bat around. But when these new, fast friends separate at the end of the day, how will they stay in touch when one is usually awake while the other is asleep?With his signature gorgeous artwork, New York Times bestseller and Caldecott Honor winner Brian Lies brings his expressive bats back for the youngest readers.
Troublemaker
An instant New York Times bestseller! An Indiebound bestseller! An Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature Honor Book! Troublemaker follows the events of the LA Riots through the eyes of 12-year-old Jordan as he navigates school and family. This book will highlight the unique Korean American perspective. 12-year-old Jordan feels like he can't live up to the example his older sister set, or his parent's expectations. When he returns home from school one day hoping to hide his suspension, Los Angeles has reached a turning point. In the wake of the acquittal of the police officers filmed beating Rodney King, as well as the shooting of a young black teen, Latasha Harlins by a Korean store owner, the country is at the precipice of confronting its racist past and present. As tensions escalate, Jordan's father leaves to check on the family store, spurring Jordan and his friends to embark on a dangerous journey to come to his aide, and come to terms with the racism within and affecting their community.
Tricks Are Treats
Get up to mischief with the Disney Villains, just in time for Halloween, in this laugh-out-loud storybook!Trick or treat? Disney Villains don't need to choose . . . For them, tricks are treats! Whether they're serving poison apples or wearing sneaky disguises, they adore creating utter mayhem. Join ten mischievous villains to find out why they find trickery so very delightful. Featured Disney Villains include the Queen, Dr. Facilier, Cruella, Captain Hook, Yzma, Hades, Ursula, Gaston, the Queen of Hearts, and Maleficent. This wickedly delightful Disney Villains storybook features a rhyming read-aloud text and vibrant illustrations--making it the perfect buy for Halloween.
What is a Friend?
What is a friend?Is a kid friendly book about friends, who enjoy playing and having fun with each other regardless of there difference of color.
Love Is Like No Other
My reason for writing this book is to show that there is love in the foster care system. I also wanted to bring awareness to the fact that, you must start showing love to a child as soon as he or she is born. I am a big fanatic of love. The word love is used frequently but is not followed through by the persons actions. I want children to know that there is love for them even when their own family is not there. There are people who have love to give and share with a child in need!
Happy Christmas Coloring Book For Kids
Imagine your child's happy, excited face when you give them this kid's Christmas coloring book with happy, full-page adorable designs for Christmas: Snowman, Gingerbread, Pinguins, Stars, Reindeers, Dinosaurs, Robots. They will LOVE this!Why Buy THIS Christmas Coloring Book?- Hand-drawn 30+ unique illustrations that are beautiful but simple, cute, and fun.- The drawings have thick lines to help children stay within the lines.- Illustrations are on one side only, so you can tear them out to frame and keep them.- No issues with markers bleeding through the page and ruining an image underneath.- Each page is a large 8.5 by 11 inches printed on bright white paper with a Premium Glossy Paperback Cover.- Perfect for On-the-Go.- It makes a great Christmas gift or stocking stuffer. At @Zazuleac World, we are passionate about creativity and learning for life. This fun and unique gift is the best way to celebrate the holiday season and engage young minds.
Daddy Daughter Time
Adanna had a wonderful life with her mother, but something was still missing: her father. When he comes back into her life after a long time away, she isn't sure how to feel and is a bit shy to open up to him. However, after a fun and eventful day at the beach, she soon discovers that a little Daddy Daughter Time is all she needs to get her back to her old self. Follow along on this special journey as Adanna and her father learn what is important in life over ice cream, kites, and a huge sand castle.
Embarrassing George
Everyone in George's family is so embarrassing. His mom can't cook, his sister is constantly making kissy faces to her phone, and his brother'swardrobe consists of nothing but costumes. To top it off, George's dad isknown for going outdoors in his underwear!Will Family Night at school reveal all of their quirks? Or will George want to hide under his desk to avoid them?
Embarrassing George
Everyone in George's family is so embarrassing. His mom can't cook, his sister is constantly making kissy faces to her phone, and his brother'swardrobe consists of nothing but costumes. To top it off, George's dad isknown for going outdoors in his underwear!Will Family Night at school reveal all of their quirks? Or will George want to hide under his desk to avoid them?
Grammy's Comfy Couch
Grammy's Comfy Couch is a heartwarming story about a special day between a grandmother and grandchild that will live in a child's memory forever.
How to Send Your Brother to Kindergarten
When an older sibling starts kindergarten, it can be tough on younger siblings! How to Send Your Brother to Kindergarten is not your average starting kindergarten book. Follow these 15 simple steps steps to send your brother or sister to school like a pro. This fun-to-read-out-loud, silly story will get the whole family involved in this big milestone! Other siblings won't be left out!
Sharon, Lois and Bram’s Skinnamarink
Based on the classic folk song made famous by a beloved trio of children's entertainers, this board book is best sung aloud! "Skinnamarink" is a timeless anthem of love and inclusion. What does "skinnamarink" mean? You may not find its definition in a dictionary, but the meaning is clear to the generations of children who sang along: friendship, happiness, sharing, community and, ultimately, love. This song has been sung in weddings and in classrooms. It can be fun and silly -- especially with the accompanying actions! And it has a way of bringing people together. Through Qin Leng's wonderfully imaginative illustrations, this delightful board book tells the story of a community coming together. Young and old, from little mice to a big elephant, people and animals gather into a spontaneous parade as they follow the sound of music. Sharon, Lois and Bram formed as a trio of children's entertainers in Toronto in 1978 and went on to create two top-rated children's television shows, most notably The Elephant Show, and to release 21 full-length albums (many of which reached gold, platinum, double platinum and triple platinum). In 2018, Sharon and Bram celebrated their 40th anniversary and they continue to entertain children and share their message of love.
Beauty and the Freak
TWO ABANDONED REBELS. ONE EXPLOSIVE CONNECTION. When Robbie faces his community after years of hiding in the shadows, he's branded a monster. His condition means that his body is freakishly muscular, a bodybuilder gone wrong, where every shifting tendon pulsates. He wants to find Nurse Nola, the one who understood him when doctors performed the endless research that stripped away his childhood. Instead, he finds streetwise Kat who wants to find Nola for different reasons. When Kat sticks up for Robbie in the face of her gang's cruel digs, their friendship begins. But when Robbie uses his muscle to rescue her from a violent incident, his blind rage is exposed, and he has the daunting task of earning back her trust. This is the story of improbable love, where the universe unites two fragments of the past to create an extraordinary bond.
DJ Lil Jay
This colorful book tells the story of a young man who wants to pursue his dream of being a famous DJ. He faces bullying and a lack of confidence to accomplish his goals. His successful uncle gives him advice that he will never forget.
Kathryn and PureLove
PureLove and a beautiful soul named Kathryn have a loving, healthy, and playful relationship in Heaven. She is very curious about what it is like on earth and is excited to go, but she's afraid she won't feel close to PureLove while she's there. Kathryn fears she will miss PureLove too much. What will she do?Will she be brave enough to go to earth?If she goes, will she feel PureLove with her while she's there?
Pignoli the Pig
High in the Italian hills, lived a family of five pigs. The mother and father were generally proud of their self-reliant piglets.That is, except for the middle pig. While his sisters would forage for the family food, he thought everything was just a game.But in fact, he would never have a name himself, if he didn't do the same.Readers of Maurice Sendak's Chicken Soup with Rice, and Alligators All Around will be sure to enjoy this fairytale told in rhyme, along with its colorful illustrations.Young children will enjoy this silly tale of a piglet who must find a special food to forage, in order to earn his own name.Older children may grasp the deeper meaning, that there is value in working together, towards a shared goal.In addition, there is an overarching broader narrative regarding the necessity for human stewardship of our one world.This complex topic is written into the seemingly simple fairytale, so that children may understand the concept.
Life Within a Circle
This book was written for young readers on elementary level. After reading Life Within a Circle, readers will be able to understand that each individual is different. Everyone has distinctive attributes. The same is true for the character in this story. Readers will be able to create pictures in their mind of a character or place in the story. They will be able to identify the use of dialogue, and realize when reading stories, dialogue determines what characters say and how they say it. Readers will also understand that dialogue can be beneficial with figuring out the setting, and gives information regarding characters within stories.
