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Cale is a Corgi who loves to have fun.
She and her friends love to play and run.
They all love games-their favorite is 'Dare';
With this game, lots of fun memories they've shared.
But one of these memories isn't quite so fun,
And if asked about it, the friends' fondness is none.
However, sometimes more important things are learned
Through experiences where the fun has turned
Into something a little less joyful and happy.
This is what happens with...
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The fairy tale book is about an ailing princess named Misty. She is confined in the palace because of the rain and mist that prevails over the land. Her father, the king, is deeply concerned and goes to his people to find a solution.
In the meantime, a fairy godmother hears of the princess's blight. The fairy, with her magic wand, creates an invisible bubble, and a parasol is made by the wood cutter and his wife.
All this is done to protect the princess...
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Tug is a tiny turtle starting his life in a small dark place where he is warm and safe. To survive, he must break free of that hollow place where, hidden, he has grown in safety.
Through this trying day, Tug must face varied dangers on his way to find safety once again.
Fierce foes lie in wait for our young friend. With luck, cleverness, and even a little spunk, Tug takes each antagonist in turn. In his search for a place of comfort, he must be...
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The Legend of Wild Thing is a mostly true story about diversity and perseverance inspired by a little girl often called Abby-Roo. Abby-Roo was, filled with hope and imagination and believed in the unbelievable. She lived in Los Gatos with her family and her beloved cat, Wild Thing.
Perhaps, Wild Thing believed in the unbelievable too.
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One beautiful spring morning a tadpole and a turtle hatch from their eggs and begin to explore the world around them. When the little tadpole finds herself in grave danger, Turtle is there to protect her. From that point on, Little Tadpole and Turtle spend their days playing together in their quiet little pond and their friendship blossoms. The depth of their friendship is, tested when danger once again comes to their peaceful little pond. This endearing...
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The Farmer, His Wife, and the Circle of Life is about a man and a woman who have a farm in a small town called Stonehaven, Montana. They have a lot of things going on at the farm besides chores, going to the markets, and county fairs. Their animals are different than any you find on a farm. They are special. To see what's special about this farm and animals, come join in for yourselves on the fun and journey.
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James is taking a trip, and he will be flying in an airplane for the first time. He is super excited about his trip and the chance to fly. James is amazed at the liveliness in the airport: the people, the merchants, the movement. This energizes him, but the airplane ride is his goal. Once the ride begins, he is not prepared for the emotions that he experiences or the lesson that he learns...
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A sudden shout, a mysterious trumpet, an ensuing earthquake, and a flying trip through the clouds and stars- In the Twinkling of an Eye lovingly intertwines a children's adventure with Bible doctrine of the Rapture. When little brother Noe's fears wake him at night, big sister Ava's enthusiasm for storytelling and the love and promises of our Savior bring him comfort.
10) Rattle, Rattle
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There is a rattle, rattle coming from Cyrus's backpack. Show and Tell is hours away, but at least one student is curious what that rattle, rattle is-a snake, a toy, or a mystery needing solved?
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Emily and Eden are a mother and daughter living in Colorado.
Eden, a middle school student, loves art-drawing, painting, creating. Eden enjoys hanging out with her siblings and friends, playing her violin in her home school orchestra, and...
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Whether you enjoy reading to your children or having your children read to you, allow Jasmine's wiser than her years love of words, rhymes, curiosity, imagination, faith, and her Shih-Tzu (Jasmine's Dog) to spark your own imagination. Her questions and answers intend to help you create a space in your memory bank for lighthearted conversations that you can enjoy revisiting at any time.
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Little Grey is a happy, blind little elephant who always listens and stays close to his momma and his grey elephant family. One stormy day, he gets separated from his momma and makes a new friend in Little Pink, from the pink elephant herd that is feared by Little Grey's family. The friendship that the two little elephants form shows their mommas that if these little ones can become friends who love and protect one another, then maybe they can do...
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The Adventures of Heather is about the travels of a very curious ten-year-old girl who, whether by wish or will, is transported to three mythical kingdoms. While in the kingdoms of Glowrose, Shimmergill, and Gravicore, she meets and is accompanied by an old man who travels with her on this journey. Besides this old man, Heather also meets a talking bird in Glowrose and a crystal-clear boy in Shimmergill. The story is laced with visually descriptive...
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Let's face it, sometimes parents get stressed out! Take my dad. He has a stressful job, so I didn't blame him for taking a bubble bath one night to relax. He'll tuck me in tomorrow night, right?
Wrong! My dad has literally moved into his bathtub. He never leaves. He eats there now, does his job there, and I miss him very much!
But, I have a plan to bring my dad back into my life. If he won't leave his stress-relieving bubble bath, I'll invent the...
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Oaks, the Mighty Tree will teach your child a bit about science, a little about history, and much about the span of tree life.
Oaks is an engaging character with observations over the lifetime of three hundred years to help your child to see life from the eyes of a tree!
Once introduced, your child will love Oaks!
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The story is about the power of a child that he or she has not even experienced yet. This resilient little boy has to overcome novel situations, including fear of the unknown. As he falls into a deep sleep, he is encountered by a kind, unexpected character who looks completely unlike anyone he knows, but this character, Faucet, needs to go on an adventure to find his best friend desperately. With the power of this little boy, he will be able to accomplish...
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This Tigers Tale shines the light on what is arguably the highest office in his world, the presidency of the United States of America. President Obamabear and his first furry family are an adorable team filled with compassion and love for everyone. This tale focuses on several ways to generate funds for the less fortunate, mainly a costume party in the White House where several of the bigwigs come to enjoy a lighthearted celebration and donate lots...
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Alex is a young boy who gets an exciting visit at school from a furry friend! Everyone loves having therapy dog Mayzie visit ... everyone, except Alex. After an accident with a furry friend, Alex is scared to be around dogs! He works with Mayzie to learn how she can help him overcome his fears and so much more! Follow Alex and Mayzie's adventure to face fears and become a healthy risk-taker!
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