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Margery Williams's magical nursery tale of a stuffed rabbit and his quest to become real Christmas morning, the room filled with the hustle and bustle of preparation, a rabbit stitched of velveteen sits perched on top of the little boy's stocking. Those first two hours are the best of the young rabbit's life: filled with hugs and play. But like most children, the boy is fickle and easily distracted-after Christmas morning, the Velveteen Rabbit is...
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An original Australian Two Part Christmas story, told through the eyes of Ollie Owl. In keeping with the traditional old fashioned Christmas theme, this story begins with Twinkle the Christmas Star meeting Ollie Owl on the busiest night of her life. It's Christmas Eve and Twinkle is busy sprinkling her magic on our Christmas trees when she spots Ollie sitting in his tree. Making herself comfy on his wing, Twinkle tells Ollie her amazing story of the...
3) Bubble Gum!
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"Bubble Gum" is a fun children's book based on a moment in the life of young Courtenay, who is quite determined to blow the biggest bubble she can! What will happen when she does? Read more to find out.
Courtenay is very determined to blow the largest bubble ever, and it is certainly a challenge! She saves her gum and prepares to make her dream come true. This is a lively story and each page shares vibrant illustrations. This is a must-read for children,...
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A "tween" book that should also resonate with adults, Justin and the Magic Stone is a gorgeously illustrated story about a boy learning to accept the fact that he is growing up.
Justin has just moved to a new town where he doesn't know anyone. He misses his best friend, Tom, and spends his lonely days daydreaming about his former life. One day, after discovering a vaguely heart-shaped stone, he realizes that he can suddenly hear the voices of all...
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The Broken Heart tells the tale of a broken heart that has lost its way. A loving child finds the heart and helps it to see all the good in the world. This rhyming children's picture book features fun, colorful illustrations and a timeless, heartfelt message about love and understanding. The Broken Heart will be enjoyed again and again by you and your children.
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I wish I was A CIRCUS STAR; it's always been my dream. To be a top performer, and be in the spotlights beam. My best pals name is Mousey; he's a clever little chappie. He's always with me by my side, which makes me very happy. A strikingly illustrated and entertaining story in rhyme about a little boy who was born into a circus family and his dream to become a circus star. This story will appeal to children who dream of becoming, well whatever they...
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The Purple Grumblies are terrified when they hear that Percy the Dreaded Sea-Monster is headed towards their Grumblie Island. They escape to nearby Volcano Island over shark-infested waters by using their upturned umbrellas as sailboats. Thanks to the Pixiecats, small Meerkat-like animals who live in the sand on Volcano Island, they hide inside the volcano just as Percy arrives. Hungry Percy climbs to the top of the volcano and peers inside; he knows...
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The Journey Begins is the first book in the Sidekick to Superhero™ series created to inspire and guide its readers to live a balanced and healthy life. On its own, or combined with the "Sidekick to Superhero Workbook - Phase One," this book will help its readers learn important life lessons through the main character's journey. Bodhi, a young teenager, is struggling to find his identity. He's never quite able to fit into the usual crowd that surrounds...
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After fifteen years I know when my dad's pissed at me. He doesn't look me in the eyes. He looks past me, around me, behind me, below me, till he's ready to do battle. Then he zeroes in like a deer hunter with a laser scope. Tonight's different because I don't know why he's pissed. I mean you know when you've been dumb, right? Man, if they find out I'm doing this I'm going to be in serious doo-doo. That kind of thing. I mean, really, I don't figure...
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Welcome to the world of Tenny, The Troubled Terrier, an energetic, curious, playful, and sometimes troubled pooch. In this series of stories, you will follow Tenny from his birth through the early years of his life. With him, you will have exciting adventures, as well as many different and interesting experiences. You'll see him succeed, and you'll see him fail. Each time, Tenny will learn a valuable lesson about life. These stories are fun and interesting,...
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Benny Whitley is terrified when his fifth grade teacher calls on him to read aloud. He is frustrated and humiliated by his ongoing struggles and he feels increasingly left behind his classmates. His dad thinks his problem is laziness. Dubbed "Stupid Benny" by his peers, Benny envisions the upcoming football tryouts as a way to win some respect-- a way to prove he can succeed. When an understanding coach and a perceptive teacher diagnose him with dyslexia,...
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Adventures of Diana Part II: Diary of a 3rd Grader is the second book in a series that takes you through the world of nine-year-old Diana through her own eyes. From the beginning of a new school year to an unforgettable summer vacation, Diana shares her thoughts and feelings while experiencing the ups and downs of this new chapter in her life. Diana works through the challenges of navigating conflict with new friends, feelings of insecurity, and even...
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I started writing this book as a way to figure somethings out for myself; I was lost. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized I wasn't alone. My whole generation seemed lost. Millennials grew up in the best time ever to be a kid. The 90's were infused with a sense of optimism. There was no specter of nuclear war or vast political unrest. The biggest political problem revolved around the president getting a blow job. Our cartoons and TV...
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Lights...Camera... Action! "The Print Princess" is a creative and fun book for kids about achieving big dreams and helping others along the way. Filled with colorful illustrations and engaging storytelling, this wonderful story shares a little girl's unforgettable and life-changing journey to stardom!
Kiersten loved to dance and perform. She learned from a young age that she thrived being in front of the camera. One day, she began to dream of being...
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These school holidays are going to be different. No more pokey flat, but a centuries old two storey house with a creepy view. Do you believe in ghosts? The boy's hadn't really thought about it until their cousin Brendan moved into a house across the road from a cemetery. The boy's explore a centuries old cemetery and discover a legend. After spending some time with the cemetery's caretaker, Cam, Daniel and Brendan learn what truly happened.
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"My Glass is Half Full" is a children's story that plants seeds of optimism in the minds and hearts of young readers. A young girl named Katie finds that sometimes situations that are negative unfold to show greater opportunities on the horizon. Katie spreads her positive outlook, inspiring young readers to see that their glass is half full.
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"The Everyday Extraordinary Cookie Company" follows Mary, a girl who had cancer when she was younger, so when her friend Cheryl gets diagnosed with cancer, Mary knows just how she feels. That's when Mary and some of her school friends decide to put a sweet plan into action! By baking cookies and raising funds, they start on an extraordinary adventure to help Cheryl and all the other kids who face the challenge of dealing with a cancer diagnosis.
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You will enjoy meeting Souchy the Tomboy!
She loves her male friends, and she enjoys
playing and hanging out with them as well
as her three older brothers. She likes the
roughness of sports, male clothes, and male
shoes. She really hates dresses and has made
sure her mother knows just how much she
hates them! But she is still a girl, and she
loves her jewelry and painted nails!
Her father doesn't like her playing with or
hanging...
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Kelly: Full Circle, the third and final book in the Changer Trilogy, combines all the elements inherent in promoting animal rights-from the clear view that animals are sentient beings, to all the ways in which they can contribute to our betterment when we work together. And it does so without compromising the elements that make for a riveting adolescent love story: a dangerous mission that could tear a couple apart, and the incredible adventure they...
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