Miss Vicky
The sudden tragic death of their parents leaves the two young children as orphans. Who will be able to take them in and care for their needs as they grow older? An aunt? Their grandparents? Or a complete stranger? Or maybe two complete strangers.The Rocky Mountains of Colorado provide the perfect backdrop for the hiking and skiing venues that occupied the lives of the people who took the journey. A journey through triumph and tragedy as their love stories unfolded while they sought to provide a home and lasting environment for the two loving children.
Diggory Doo Gratitude Journal
This journal is a guide to fostering the attitude of gratitude for children daily.Made by Steve Herman, the best selling children's books author of the My Dragon Books series, this journal is designed to help children: Be happy for what they have.Be grateful for things others have done for them.Be happy for others have instead of wanting what belongs to others.Appreciate the things they have - the clothes they wear, the house they live in, their family, friends, teachers, and much more...This is the perfect journal for teachers, parents, school counselors, and educators to teach children the attitude of gratitude.Get this journal now and let your kids journal daily to practice the habit of being grateful for the things they have!
The Red Sneakers
Joshua is a shy young boy who confides in his schoolteacher about joining the basketball team. He struggles with confidence until his teacher gives him the boost he needs--magical red sneakers! With Joshua's newfound optimism, he becomes a successful part of the basketball team. One rainy day, he forgets his sneakers before a game. He loses his self-confidence until his teacher helps him to realize his magic within.
Ruby's Easter Feast
Pocket money treats, great for sunny days or bedtimes. An Easter Feast for the youngor those simply young at heart.Bringing together another small collection of poetry and prosealong with a little fun and games.
Little Charity
""I tinker and toil and make gifts all day long. They should stay here with me, where they truly belong."" As a modern day parable, the story of Little Charity teaches the importance of selfless giving. Join Little Charity and Santa as they discover together the true meaning of Christmas. Written for children, but with a timeless message for all of us, Little Charity reaffirms the spirit of the holidays and the joy of giving.
Little Love
A Modern Parable for Teaching Children and Youth about the importance of Self-Acceptance! ""There once was a girl with a hole in her heart. Little Love was her name, where was she to start? It was not of her doing. She was not to blame. But the hole in her heart was there just the same."" So begins the story of Little Love as she sets out on a journey to heal her broken heart. Join her on her path to self-discovery where she meets Beauty and Fame, and learns the true value of her self-worth. Written for children, but with a timeless message for the child in all of us, Little Love reaffirms the importance of self-acceptance in life's journey toward love, joy, and friendship. - Age range: 0 to 12 - Grade Level: K-8 - Reading Level: Early, Primary, Young Adult - children's book with morals for children - great bedtime story to discuss with kids about their self worth
Mommy, What's Wrong?
You just delivered a child, and suddenly your whole world changes. Emotions are high. Hormones are everywhere. Your body hurts. You question everything. Postpartum depression sneaks up like a thief in the night and steals your joy. Adding to your stress, you have older children at home to care for as well. How do you balance it all? Will they understand why you aren't joyful, playful, and nurturing all the time? How do you explain to a small child such a topic as depression? This book provides a way to help your child understand exactly what Mommy is going through during this time. The poem format makes it easy to follow and remember during those tough days when Mommy is struggling.
Baby Was
A light-hearted book for children that describes their journey into life through the eyes of many delicious fruits! Delightful colored images and warmth throughout express a level of joy that is sure to make this book a favorite for parents and children alike. This version of the book is for baby boys, and the last page has a spot where you can put a trimmed picture of the baby with a bit of glue stick, to make this into a truly personal heirloom. The perfect baby shower gift!
The NOK Rockers
Join the NOK Rockers on their first nutritional adventure to the troubled town of Slowville, where everything is black and white and the people are slow and sleepy. Together, James, Saranna, and Isaiah, with the help of their guide and friend Zoe, must solve the mystery of this town's colorlessness, all the while being thwarted by the town bully, Junk Food Jammer. Can the NOK Rockers find a way to stand up to Junk Food Jammer and transform the town into a kaleidoscope of color once again? Or will Junk Food Jammer rule Slowville forever?
Little Chef and Sous Jam Out To School
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Ballerina Party Coloring & Craft Book
Celebrate your birthday with Crafterina's Ballerina Party Coloring & Craft Book. A perfect birthday gift for a young dancer! Included in the book are party themed coloring pages, activity pages, paper crafts, and so much more!
Ballet Boys
Spark imagination and inspire movement with Crafterina's Ballet Boys Coloring & Craft Book. A perfect gift for a young dancer! Included in the book are coloring pages, activity pages, paper crafts, and so much more!
Birthday Acts of Kindness
Kindness makes the world go 'round and kids are some of the kindest humans on earth. Birthday Acts of Kindness: The Gift of Food is the first book in a series of fictional tales about children performing a specific act of kindness. In this book, seven-year old Alex is excited about his 8th birthday approaching and is dreaming about what kind of birthday party to hold. After careful consideration (and a whisper from his mom) he decides to do something wonderful: hold a food drive! Alex's invitations ask his guests to bring food to donate rather than birthday presents. What a great act of kindness! In the process, Alex not only gets introduced to the idea around food banks, but he also visits his local food bank where he delivers the food, sees how much it weights, and then even gets to meet the director, who shakes his hand and tells him what a wonderful thing he has done for people he doesn't even know. Alex beams with pride when he realizes that his birthday act of kindness, the gift of food, helped so many people in his community. He is now inspired to do acts of kindness throughout his life!
I'm Going to See My Counselor Today...Yay! Tommy and ADHD, A Superhero of Kid's Counseling
Tommy was always getting into trouble. He yelled and he would stomp his feet when he didn't get his way. Tommy even broke things but he really didn't mean to. His friends didn't want to play with him and it made Tommy feel sad.Tommy was FRUSTRATED!Tommy's mom was frustrated too. She loved him so much but didn't know what to do. She knew that Tommy was such a loveable child, and did not like to see him feel bad. So they came up with an idea.Then, things started to change. How did things change? What did Tommy do? Read about Tommy's adventures and see what happens.A little help can make a big difference.Currently, over six million children worldwide are living with ADHD; effective counseling and care may help to reduce this number. You are not alone. Resources on ADHD are included at the end of this book.
Saving Sophie
Seventeen-year-old Gabe Hunter knows he has a purpose in life. He has always strived to be the "best of the best," but lately nothing has gone his way. Gabe was devastated six months earlier when his half-brother Josh had a drunk driving accident that killed four members of a family and left a sixteen-year-old girl named Sophie an orphan. Josh went to prison and Gabe struggles to forgive him because how can he forgive the unforgivable? When Gabe reluctantly agrees to do math tutoring for his senior service project, he discovers that the girl he will be tutoring is also named Sophie. But in a town of eighty thousand people, what are the odds it will be the same person? Astronomical, Gabe figures. Gabe soon discovers, though, that it is the same Sophie. A former National Merit Scholar finalist, Sophie had a severe brain injury in the accident. She has seizures, amnesia, and can barely read or write. When he meets her, Gabe realizes what his purpose in life must be-to help Sophie and make amends for his brother. His plan is to spend the rest of the school year tutoring Sophie, then say goodbye and go quietly off to college without ever telling her that his brother was the one who killed her family. What Gabe doesn't count on is falling in love.
Santa, I Believe In You
Santa, I Believe In You follows a lovable little girl who dares to dream if Santa Claus is real. This book is for every little girl and every little boy who dares to still believe in Santa Claus. Do you still believe in Santa Claus? If so, this book is for you!
The Adventures of Andre and Noyemi
Andre and Noyemi host a party welcoming their cousin Zorab, who is visiting from Armenia. With the help of Grandpa and their friends, they prepare a traditional Armenian barbecue and learn about different musical instruments. When cousin Zorab is overwhelmed by the party, Andre and Noyemi are eager to figure out the best way to help their cousin and teach their guests about neurodiversity.
Ivy and Kem and The Seven Universal Principles
Do you believe in the power of positive thinking? Have you been searching for a way to teach a young person about universal law? "Really great book to read with your kids whether they are 2 or 16. I learned a lot from it too!" - parent readerIvy and Kem & the Seven Universal Principles teaches valuable life lessons about living in harmony with yourself and the universe. It is a great place to start understanding and instilling the power of our thoughts. It's written for children of all ages and teaches the 7 Universal Principles through modern, relatable short stories. Ivy & Kem and the Seven Universal Principles is the story of two friends in their pre-teens. Each chapter includes a short story from Ivy and Kem and the author's detailed explanation of each principle in a way an adolescent can understand. These powerful lessons will benefit the reader as they experience life. It is perfect for parents who want to instill these mindfulness tools in adolescents or want to begin explaining these concepts to younger children.The book has beautiful full-color illustrations to engage a young reader and is easy to read. The Universal Laws, or Principles, are natural laws that govern the universe and date back more than 5,000 years. The seven principles are based on the Kybalion and are the Principle of Mentalism, Principle of Correspondence, Principle of Vibration, Principle of Polarity, Principle of Rhythm, Principle of Cause and Effect, and Principle of Gender.Learn the power of positive thoughts today!
My Classroom Bill of Rights
When Akili was called a name in front of the entire class, she was so hurt and embarrassed. What would you do? Go on a journey with Akili and discover how children can defend themselves from verbal abuse in school no matter who it comes from.
The Reindeer and the Easter Bunny
On the night before Easter, a sudden snowstorm swirls across North America. Looking out a window, three young girls see a brown rabbit leap through drifts, then disappear into the shadows of nearby woods. The girls worry that the Easter Bunny won't be able to deliver Easter baskets to children around the world. But what the girls don't realize is that the brown rabbit is rushing back to a web of tunnels across the road. In fact, these tunnels are the home of the Easter Bunny! The brown rabbit tells Easter Bunny that the storm has shut down roads, trains, planes, and phones everywhere. "You can't go, Easter Bunny," he warns. "What are we going to do?" all the rabbits cry.Jim Olson, Michigan lawyer and author, wrote this story while finishing work on Michigan's first book on environmental law in 1981. After he read it to his young daughters, he asked them to draw pictures as project for the long, winter months. When he saw their brightly colored drawings, he took the story and pictures to his publisher, and the first limited edition of The Reindeer and the Easter Bunny was published that spring. Twenty-one years later, he and his daughters-Hallie Wastell, * Katy Bourdon, and Jessica Perez-married with their own families, have teamed up once more to release this new expanded edition ofThe Reindeer and the Easter Bunny, a children's story about how listening in the middle of a crisis just might bring a surprising, magical answer.*Hallie Olson Wastell passed away from ovarian cancer in 2016. Her children's book, The Thunderstorm Party, was published in 2020 by Mission Point Press. The story and illustrations illuminate the universal experience of a child's first thunderstorm. Available at bookstores, Amazon, or direct from Water Visions Media LLC at info@watervisionsmedia.com. Part of the proceeds support the education women and families about the importance of early diagnosis of ovarian cancer.
Finding Pop Pop
When a young child's grandfather comes to live with him, they become best friends. When Pop Pop gets ill, he tells the child, "My spirit will always be with you." After Pop Pop dies, the child searches everywhere for Pop Pop's spirit and discovers the healing power of happy memories.
My Respectful Robot
Respectful Bot is a master of Respect! Join Respectful Bot as he and his builder teach the other robots strategies.Respect is an important, lifelong skill that helps children build self-esteem and treat others with love and kindness.'My Respectful Robot' is a social emotional story that teaches kids what respect is and how to treat themselves and others with it. With fun, bright illustrations and easy-to-understand language, "My Respectful Robot" is a great tool for any teacher, parent, or counselor!'My Respectful Robot' will: teach kids what respect isteach kids how to be respectfulgive examples of when to use respectfulnessteach kids how to use good manners by being respectfulteach easy-to-use strategies to practice respectThoughtful Bots is a series developed to help children understand big feelings and teach social skills.With simple language and examples, Thoughtful Bots supports social emotional skills and equips kids with strategies when feeling various emotions. Counselors, parents, and teachers can enjoy these books as engaging read-alouds and useful tools. Thoughtful Bots is geared towards kids ages 3-10 and is a great resource for boys, girls, young readers, and elementary school students.Each book includes tips and strategies for parents and educators.
I Know I Am
I Know I Am is the book Mandy wished she had when she was younger.Based on her own experiences growing up, author Mandy Reilly takes readers on a young girl's journey where bullying leads her toward self-hatred and negative self-talk. Thankfully, she learns healthy coping mechanisms, self-acceptance, and is finally able to celebrate resilience!This book aims to bring awareness that eating disorders can affect children at a young age, but are often missed by parents, teachers and other professionals. Backed with resources and an interactive affirmation page, I Know I Am should be on every bookshelf in libraries and schools.
The Unexpected Life of Bella Lulu Badu
A book about overcoming fear.The Unexpected Life of Bella Lulu Badu is a series of charming tales from the eyes of an imaginative little girl who is misunderstood as sassy. However, Bella's assertive personality and creativity become useful throughout her daily adventures.Our friend Bella finds herself on an emotional journey of fear, misunderstanding and judgment. While navigating through an old, dark, creepy house on Black Sparrow Lane. Giving her the heebie-jeebies as Bella focuses on the dark house of cats, and that Mrs. Vivian is a Witch. Is it possible it's all Lulu's Imagination?Come with Bella as she learns that not everything is what it seems on her day with Creepy Mrs. Vivian.
Avery G. and the Scary End of School
The end of the school year brings with it many changes that can be hard on little kids. Avery G. and the Scary End of School is a social story created to help children express their feelings about the end of school. It is perfect for neurodiverse (autism, ADHD, dyslexia, etc.) and neurotypical kids who struggle with change, worry about new things and are working on being flexible. Avery G. will help teach them how to tackle change, including movement breaks and belly breaths. All the other kids are talking about how much they are looking forward to summer... everyone but Avery G. She doesn't want to say good-bye to her friends.What if no one remembers her next year?And Avery loves her teacher and her classroom.Everything will be new in the Fall.Avery just wants everything to stay the same. Her parents say it will be ok - but will it really be ok? Avery G. and the Scary End of School is the fourth book in The Super Fun Day Books series by Sivan Hong. The Super Fun Days Books series is a collection of inspirational social stories through which young children learn how to work through and overcome challenges. They are purposefully illustrated with bright simple illustrations to keep children focused on the story, and they are printed with dyslexic friendly font. All the Super Fun Day Books are available as audiobooks to make them accessible to all types of learners.
Finding Pop Pop
When a young child's grandfather comes to live with him, they become best friends. When Pop Pop gets ill, he tells the child, "My spirit will always be with you." After Pop Pop dies, the child searches everywhere for Pop Pop's spirit and discovers the healing power of happy memories.
I Feel You
There are so many words we can use to express our feelings, so why not use them? This book aims not only to teach children words for their feelings and broaden their vocabulary, but also to teach that feelings are healthy and only become unhealthy when we express them through inappropriate behaviors. This fun and engaging book views how multiple children express their feelings.
Grow Where You're Planted
"Grow Where You're Planted " features the journey of one little sunflower seed and its struggle to grow in the conditions it has been given. As the little sunflower grows, she struggles to find her own self-acceptance and love being different from that of other sunflowers. This is a story of growing to face adversity and learning to love yourself even though you might be different from those who are around you.Dorothy Harmon is a one-time published children's book author with her most recent book being "The Birthday Present" which is based on a true story in Dorothy's life. If you are interested in checking out more from this author, please follow the link here https: //www.insaneangelart.com/childrens-books"Grow Where You're Planted" is a children's book story illustrated and finalized for print by Insane Angel Art. Insane Angel Art is a freelance illustration business specializing in children's book illustration, graphic design, and multimedia art established by Amber Icenhour Calderon.
My Name is Jazmine, Beautiful As Can Be
Jazmine is a young Black girl who believes that beauty comes from within. She is influenced by the love from her parents who have taught her how to love herself and accept difference. It is her first day of school, and although she is new to the school, she makes friends very quickly and easily.Jenny is a classmate that admires and desires to befriend Jazmine but is apprehensive because she feels that they are so different. Jenny is shy and not as outgoing as Jazmine. They are also different ethnicities. However, they are very similar in many other ways. In the end, Jazmine influences her new friend to embrace what she is good at and that it's okay to be different.This story encourages acceptance and friendship. It promotes the concepts of self-love, individuality, and being unique. This book was created to include repetition to encourage young readers to read along as they build their own self-esteem.
Superworm
From the creators of The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom comes a super adventure with a wriggly, squiggly hero you'll never forget.Toad in trouble? Beetle in a jam? Never fear -- Superworm is here! And he's wiggling to the rescue!But when Superworm is captured by a wicked Wizard Lizard, will his friends find a way to help their favorite superhero escape?From the brilliant creators of The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, The Snail & the Whale and more, this bouncy read-aloud adventure will have you cheering on Superworm and his friends as they save the day!
Baby-Sitters on Board! (the Baby-Sitters Club: Super Special #1)
America's favorite series returns with a new look and a Netflix tv show.Kristy, Mary Anne, Stacey, Claudia, and Dawn are the luckiest baby-sitters in the world. This summer they're going on the greatest trip ever: a plane ride to Florida, a boat trip around the Bahamas, and then three days of fun -- in Disney World!Of course they have a million adventures. Claudia gets notes from a mysterious "Secret Admirer." Kristy, Mary Anne, and Stacey make some unusual new friends. Dawn has her first real romance. And they still have time for what they like best of all -- baby-sitting!
King and the Dragonflies
A 2021 Coretta Scott King Honor Book! Winner of the 2020 National Book Award for Young People's Literature! Winner of the 2020 Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for Fiction and Poetry! In a small but turbulent Louisiana town, one boy's grief takes him beyond the bayous of his backyard, to learn that there is no right way to be yourself.This critcally acclaimed winner of the National Book Award and more joins the Scholastic Gold line, which features award-winning and beloved novels. Includes exclusive bonus content!FOUR STARRED REVIEWS!BooklistSchool Library JournalPublishers WeeklyThe Horn BookTwelve-year-old Kingston James is sure his brother Khalid has turned into a dragonfly. When Khalid unexpectedly passed away, he shed what was his first skin for another to live down by the bayou in their small Louisiana town. Khalid still visits in dreams, and King must keep these secrets to himself as he watches grief transform his family.It would be easier if King could talk with his best friend, Sandy Sanders. But just days before he died, Khalid told King to end their friendship, after overhearing a secret about Sandy-that he thinks he might be gay. "You don't want anyone to think you're gay too, do you?"But when Sandy goes missing, sparking a town-wide search, and King finds his former best friend hiding in a tent in his backyard, he agrees to help Sandy escape from his abusive father, and the two begin an adventure as they build their own private paradise down by the bayou and among the dragonflies. As King's friendship with Sandy is reignited, he's forced to confront questions about himself and the reality of his brother's death.The Thing About Jellyfish meets The Stars Beneath Our Feet in this story about loss, grief, and finding the courage to discover one's identity, from the author of Hurricane Child.
The Cursed Coin 3
Everything you thought you knew about FrightVision will be challenged. As RJ discovers the secrets and origin of all the nightmares he's faced, he'll be forced to make a decision that could change everything.At the end of this book, you'll find an exciting new Mind-Fright-Fulness exercise for you to get lost in!Welcome to FrightVision: Your nightmare is ready. Let's begin!Don't miss a page: FrightVision continues with: Wishful Thinking, Framed for Life, #GraveyardChallenge, The Attack of the Yellow Smart Sack, The Cursed Coin 2, Broken Hearts, The Peephole, The Cursed Coin 3, and Comic Book Chaos!
My Name is Jazmine, Beautiful As Can Be
Jazmine is a young Black girl who believes that beauty comes from within. She is influenced by the love from her parents who have taught her how to love herself and accept difference. It is her first day of school, and although she is new to the school, she makes friends very quickly and easily.Jenny is a classmate that admires and desires to befriend Jazmine but is apprehensive because she feels that they are so different. Jenny is shy and not as outgoing as Jazmine. They are also different ethnicities. However, they are very similar in many other ways. In the end, Jazmine influences her new friend to embrace what she is good at and that it's okay to be different.This story encourages acceptance and friendship. It promotes the concepts of self-love, individuality, and being unique. This book was created to include repetition to encourage young readers to read along as they build their own self-esteem.
Cajun Night Before Christmas 50th Anniversary Edition
Forget Dancer, Prancer, Comet, and Vixen. . . . Good Clement, wherever he is, will not be gnashing his teeth.--New York Times Book Review Take the classic story of jolly old St. Nicholas, place it in a Louisiana bayou setting, dress Santa Claus in muskrat from his head to his foot, pile his skiff high with toys, and hitch it to eight friendly alligators. The result is this modern classic. Fifty years after its first appearance, Cajun Night Before Christmas(R) has sold more than one million copies and has served as the model for Pelican's ongoing, best-selling Night Before Christmas Series. The Cajun Night Before Christmas(R) has been a part of Louisiana's holiday traditions since it was first published in 1973. A delight to both young and old with its rustic full-color illustrations and lively story, it has become a timeless addition to holiday celebrations far beyond south Louisiana, reaching all corners of the country with its charming presentation of Christmas on the bayou and the break-out star of Gaston(R) the Green-Nosed Alligator. Conceived by J. B. Kling, Jr., Cajun Night Before Christmas(R) originally appeared as a Christmas message from Bergeron Plymouth Company of New Orleans. Under the pseudonymous byline Trosclair, the story won a Clio Award in 1967 from the Academy of Television and Radio Advertising. Brought to life by the talented James Rice, the humorous illustrations of a colorful bayou Christmas have been nationally recognized as a classic in its genre. Featuring eight pages of curated content released from the Pelican archives, this special Fiftieth Anniversary Edition showcases the rich legacy of storytelling within our state and the far reach that a humble (or not so humble!) gator has had on Cajun culture, Louisiana, and the entire country.
Perfectly Imperfect Mira
This sweet story teaches us to embrace our messy imperfections in this book perfect for fans of The Most Magnificent Thing and The Book of Mistakes. Mira wants to be perfect at everything she tries. Everyone around her is good at something, but Mira's not sure if she'll ever find a thing of her own. One day, Mira decides to try . . . and because of that one simple act, everything changes. With a stumble, a wobble, and a humongous flop or two, will Mira learn to find the beauty in her imperfections? Faith Pray's inspiring words and whimsical illustrations will encourage all of us to never be afraid of the second, third, or fiftieth try.
Some Other Now
This Is Us for teens, this luminous and heartbreaking contemporary novel follows a girl caught between two brothers as the three of them navigate family, loss, and love over the course of two summers. For fans of Far From the Tree, Emergency Contact, and Nina LaCour. Before she kissed one of the Cohen boys, seventeen-year-old Jessi Rumfield knew what it was like to have a family--even if, technically, that family didn't belong to her. She'd spent her childhood in the house next door, challenging Rowan Cohen to tennis matches while his older brother, Luke, studied in the background and Mel watched over the three like the mother Jessi always wished she had. But then everything changed. It's been almost a year since Jessi last visited the Cohen house. Rowan is gone. Mel is in remission and Luke hates Jessi for the role she played in breaking his family apart. Now Jessi spends her days at a dead-end summer job avoiding her real mother, who suddenly wants to play a role in Jessi's life after being absent for so long. But when Luke comes home from college, it's hard to ignore the past. And when he asks Jessi to pretend to be his girlfriend for the final months of Mel's life, Jessi finds herself drawn back into the world of the Cohens. Everything's changed, but Jessi can't help wanting to be a Cohen, even if it means playing pretend for one final summer.
Tortillas
Have You Ever Heard of the Tortilla Bandit?Just when the children in a large Mexican American family think they will be enjoying a wonderful day of no school and homemade tortillas, the Tortilla Bandit steals their breakfast! They chase the bandit through town, watching the town's residents busy at work and play. But will they catch the bandit? Who will it turn out to be?Tortillas is a delightful and humorous story written in both English and Spanish. It focuses on Mexican culture, family, and good-natured fun. The story includes a feisty grandmother, a large family, close friends, and a surprise ending!It can be used in elementary and junior high school for read-alongs and Spanish class. At the end of the book is a recipe for those who would like to try making their own homemade tortillas.
Smash It!
Refreshingly authentic and bold... Don't miss this smashing novel from Francina Simone, filled with heart, humor and a heroine to root for!Olivia "Liv" James is done with letting her insecurities get the best of her. So she does what any self-respecting hot mess of a girl who wants to SMASH junior year does...After Liv shows up to a Halloween party in khaki shorts--why, God, why?--she decides to set aside her wack AF ways. She makes a list--a F*ck-It list.1. Be bold--do the thing that scares me.2. Learn to take a compliment.3. Stand out instead of back.She kicks it off by trying out for the school musical, saying yes to a date and making new friends. Life is great when you stop punking yourself! However, with change comes a lot of missteps, and being bold means following her heart. So what happens when Liv's heart is interested in three different guys--and two of them are her best friends? What is she supposed to do when she gets dumped by a guy she's not even dating? How does one Smash It! after the humiliation of being friend-zoned?In Liv's own words, "F*ck it. What's the worst that can happen?"A lot, apparently.#SMASHIT"Smash It! smashed it."--New York Times bestselling author Christine Riccio
Disney Baby I Love You, Dad
Perfect for Valentine's Day, Father's Day, or any day, babies can lift the flap on each spread to see what Disney characters love about their Dads!Messages of love come to life with this eye-catching die-cut board book, which also features chunky lift-the-flaps. Gift it on Father's Day, for baby showers, or just because, I Love You, Dad is a book of relatable moments sure to inspire bedtime kisses for baby to give Dad, time and time again. Check out these other Disney Baby favorites for your little one: Disney Baby I Love You, MomDisney Baby AlphabooksDisney Baby I Love You This Much!Disney Baby Say Good NightDisney Baby ColorsDisney Baby My First BirthdayDisney Baby My 123sDisney Baby My First Valentine's Day
Ways to Grow Love
Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Award winner Ren矇e Watson continues her charming young middle grade series starring Ryan Hart, a girl who is pure spirit and sunshine. Ryan Hart loves her family and friends. She's looking forward to summer vacation, spending time with loved ones, and her first trip to sleepaway camp! But when an unexpected camper shows up, Ryan finds it's hard to share your best friend and harder to be a friend to someone who isn't a good friend to you. She's also waiting for her new sister to be born -- and hoping the baby doesn't ruin everything. The Hart family is experiencing a lot of changes, and Ryan needs to grow her patience in many ways, find ways to share the love, meet new challenges, and grow into the leader her mom and dad named her to be. This summer and the start of fifth grade just might give Ryan the chance to show how she grows and glows! Acclaim for Ways to Make Sunshine: A New York Times Best Children's Book of the Year A Parents Magazine Best Book of the Year A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year A WORLD Magazine Best Book of the Year An Amazon Best Book of the Year
Beauty in the Broken Shells
Maddox loves beach day adventures with Nana. But when Nana takes Maddox to a new beach, he must be patient and trusting so that he can learn what makes this place so special. Join Maddox and Nana in this heartfelt adventure about finding beauty where you least expect it.