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Rich color and exquisite detail, though not overdone, illustrate a deeply meaningful lesson in kindness. Creatures young readers recognize - birds, rabbits, mice - portray human traits, planting seeds with hopes for a delicious harvest. This gardening metaphor cleverly illustrates how reaping and sowing have everything to do with each other. Sparse but carefully-worded text takes a back seat to Ka ... AUTHOR
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Heartwarming watercolor illustrations depict the delight Harry Coleburn, military veterinarian took in his new charge, Winnifred the black bear. While the storyline follows the endearing role Winnie played among soldiers at military camps, it conveys the critical role animal health played during World War I, a time when horses played the role of today's heavy equipment. The well-woven story comes ... AUTHOR
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This Caldecott winner employs curves and movement on each page that accommodate the story's gentle flow. Narrated by a mom speaking to her young child, the book's clean, soft, subtly-shaded illustrations provide a calm, pleasing visual experience. Notably, both the storyteller and artist incorporate a winding pattern that repeats throughout, creating a familiar reference point that completely sati ... AUTHOR
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Fogliano draws the reader into the memory of each season's sensory delights and opportunities for reflection: hot sand on the edge of the sea in summer, November showers that are "practice for snow". Poems are concise and rhythmic for sharing aloud and each is dated to further draw young readers into a journal-like experience of the year in all its glorious variety. A beautiful addition to the par ... AUTHOR
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At 4 years old, Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews found the music of his New Orleans hometown irresistible. He joined crowds of musicians, mimicking them with homemade instruments, and eventually playing right along on a found, beat-up trombone. His insatiable appetite for playing music sends a powerfully important to readers; hard work doing something you love and are gifted to do is not only fulfil ... AUTHOR
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Charming, find-a-new-detail-every-time illustrations enliven a father's hard work and loving relationship with his daughter. Rhythmic text in the style of "The House That Jack Built" gives young listeners the chance to memorize and chime in with repetition. The world is depicted as full of wonder, beauty and warmth for those who will joyfully dive into hard work and caring relationships.
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Inspired by Ukrainian folk art, Brett's "The Mitten" has become a beloved classic. This striking oversized anniversary edition with a silver foil jacket and a fresh image of the woodland animals is sure to attract fans old and new as well as adult collectors of Brett's books. AUTHOR
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Beautiful free verse tells a story, both from individual perspectives and in general, that is punctuated with moving mixed-media illustrations. An unforgettable reading experience based on the experience of the author and her family. AUTHOR
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Which is greater: a story's need for a reader? or a reader's need for story? William Joyce's tribute a late patron of libraries forms the basis for an imaginative story in which books transform worlds, and writers capture worlds in books. Deserving of all the critical attention it receives, this is a must-have for home, school, and public libraries! AUTHOR
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If at first you don't succeed, try again. Right? But what happens if you try again. And again. And again, but still don't succeed? With great humor, a realistic scenario, and a whimsical look at invention, this delightful book introduces the concepts of perseverance and grit without being overly didactic. An immediate favorite! AUTHOR
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Winner of 2021 Orbis Pictus Award! The story of Elgin Baylor, basketball icon and civil rights advocate, from an all-star team Hall-of-famer Elgin Baylor was one of basketball's all-time-greatest players--an innovative athlete, team player, and quiet force for change. One of the first professional African-American players, he inspired others on and off the court. But when traveling for away games ... AUTHOR
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Shetterly highlights an important segment in US History by focusing on four intelligent ladies whose skill earned them places in what is now NASA. Their acceptance into this program was blocked, at first, because misguided beliefs about their skin color and gender prohibited their participation. Context, setting, and a timeline of events is beautifully conveyed and displayed for readers to underst ... AUTHOR
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A perfect introduction to causes and effects in a most humorous way. Dog is full of energy and ideas, so when one request is granted, he gets an idea for another, which of course leads to another. Sparse text enable processing of humorous actions and anticipating what Dog might do next. A perfect read aloud. AUTHOR
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Zulay enjoys her friendships, but the challenge of having to learn to walk with a cane seems insurmountable. However, she has dreams of running a race, and it may take courage and hard work to face her greatest challenge yet. The unique challenges blindness present are shown in a thoughtful, age-appropriate way that resounds with help and hope. AUTHOR
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The animals in the clearing were content until the Terrible Things came, capturing all creatures with feathers. Little Rabbit wondered what was wrong with feathers, but his fellow animals silenced him. "Just mind your own business, Little Rabbit. We don't want them to get mad at us." A recommended text in Holocaust education programs across the United States, this unique introduction to the Holo ... AUTHOR
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This is a thoughtful story that challenges readers to attend to everyday surroundings, to not be so rushed that something beautiful may be missed. Life is too short not to pay attention. A great story with minimal color that dances like the little boy's wonder. AUTHOR
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“It doesn’t matter what it looked like, what matters is the truth. Next time, don’t be so quick to judge a person and remember the power of your words.†These words—a solemn warning—arrests reader attention, but the visual metaphor used to convey the damage caused by gossip is just as powerful and easily accessible to every young person. AUTHOR
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Officer Buckle knows more about safety than anyone else in Napville, but his dull presentations put his audiences to sleep. Enter Gloria, Napville's new police dog. Gloria knows just how to liven up the safety speeches--as long as Officer Buckle's back is turned! Full color. Caldecott medal Book. © 2009-2024 Clerestory Learning/Make Way for Books, llc