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1) I Am Rich
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Najee was broke. He had no money, but then he receives cash money and becomes rich!
He starts dreaming about how's he's going to spend it. Najee's having an awesome day, but that is until his money vanishes!
Where could his money be? Did someone take it? Did he lose it? Will he find it?
Suspenseful, laugh-out-loud, and can't-put-the-book-down-until-you-finish. This book is packed with surprises, adventures, and laughs from the first page...
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As Penelope slowly drifted off to sleep and began to dream, she felt what she thought was a cool breeze floating across her cheek. Opening one eye, Penelope discovered that a gentle wind was swirling around. Then, all at once the sound of a great big WHOOSH came from somewhere in her room!
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What's a spunky girl in pink cowboy boots to do when the runaway balloons she is chasing for her birthday party have minds of their own?
Reid is on a quest to get the perfect balloon for her party, but the balloons are choosing their own "homes" themselves. Reid, who runs her fastest but gets distracted by some of her "favorite things," despairs because all the balloons escape. But something magical happens at the end, and the perfect balloon chooses...
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There are so many more boys and girls on the nice list than ever before! Santa is all ready to deliver a sleigh full of gifts to almost five trillion homes this year. But what happens when Santa decides to take a short nap on Christmas Eve? Find out in this short Christmas story you and your family are sure to love!
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Once upon a time, there was wonder, adventure, and magic in everything. For children, especially the Beastie children, there still is and always will be. The Beastie children can even find wonder, adventure, and magic in a shoe store, along with life lessons and critical-thinking skills. Rocco is headed back to school and knows the immense importance of the perfect school shoes--the perfect, special kind of school shoes that are full and flowing with...
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Eleven-year-old Tina grew up to a simple life. She has a loving mother who works so hard to provide for her. Unfortunately, her mother got sick, and Tina prayed harder and harder every day. She prayed wholeheartedly and earnestly to God and to the Holy Spirit. And then, in the most unexpected time, Tina just got the surprise of her life. Read on and be enlightened of how the simplest prayer can turn your life around.
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I gave these words with a kiss every night since the first night my oldest daughter came home. I didn't think about it. They were just the statements that I wanted to tell them every night and the last thoughts I wanted them to hear and think about. I believe it's the last four things all children should hear from their parents at bedtime every night and made for a smoother easier time at bedtime most of the time.
The activities in the book are...
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Ruby and Adora is a bilingual story and activity book about the first day of school for a little girl who has moved to a new military duty station with her parents. Like many children, Ruby is excited and also a little nervous about going to a new school. She is concerned if she will make any friends at the new school. Not only does Ruby make friends, but she also experiences a new language. The book includes activity pages that focus on learning...
10) Runaway
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Ten year old Tommy packs up all his belongings and runs away to join the circus! But what about his best pal BINGO? What would HE think?
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Carter awakens one morning to excitedly find a snow-covered wonderland in his backyard. Noticing that the forest animals are having trouble finding their breakfast because it has been covered by snow, Carter and his father work together to come to the forest animals rescue.
12) I Eat What?
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This story is about the growth of a tadpole into a little frog in a pool of water on the side of the road. He begins to get hungry and wonders what he is supposed to eat. Since he is all alone and has no one to teach him these things, he one day sets out on his own new adventure to see what this bright, colorful world has to offer him. Little does he realize, the new friends he will meet and how the day's events along the way will end up changing...
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Come hang out with Rocky the Puppy as she gets lost at the Jersey Shore, only to be rescued by her new friends Charlie the Crab, Susie the Starfish, and Sammy the Seagull, who help Rocky discover the value of friendship and courage. Filled with positive affirmations to help children improve their confidence, this book is an excellent addition to any collection.
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Jeran was late. It was his job to grind the oats into flour for tomorrow morning's bread, and he was running late. It takes time to get the proper texture, and starting late would put him behind schedule. In truth, it was his schedule. He chose this specific job as his way to serve the farm, but he took his responsibility seriously. He frantically grabbed his red cap off the hook and ran from his home in the old oak tree, not checking to see if anyone...
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Jimmy's Magical Red Hoodie is a sensitively written picture book to help young children see what autism can look like in severely nonverbal autistic children or adults of any age. Through a variety of simple, yet funny circumstances that Jimmy, the main character, faces, it will help children better understand that autistic classmates or family members think and react differently, but they can also achieve their own unique goals in life. They will...
17) Tom and Wally
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On the way home from school, Wally finds a stray kitten that follows him home. He has always wanted a pet, and what follows is humorous, heartwarming, sad, and full of values. You and your young ones will enjoy reading this story about Wally and his kitten, Tom.
18) Magical Tree
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This book is about changes that we all go through at times and teaches how we need to offer encouragement, treat others well, and believe that nothing is impossible.
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Addy's teacher told the class they should always look for the silver lining. Like a good student, Addy was looking for it. She searched high and low. While looking, she imagined where the silver lining could take her, to places like Egypt and more. Would she find it? And what was it anyway?
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Tommy is a happy kid. Yes, he has Down's syndrome, and that makes him extra special. He has within him that extra star that makes him a happy kid all the time. Friends and family, classmate and neighbors all wear big smiles on their faces whenever Tommy is around. Tommy is one cool kid.
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