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!

While out for a walk with her mom, a little girl has the surprise of her life --- she meets a real, live, fire-breathing dragon! Now this dragon is nothing to be afraid of --- in fact, he's so friendly that she invites him home for tea. But their afternoon snack is suddenly interrupted when the dragon sneezes and sets the table ablaze. Luckily, the girl knows just what to do, and she teaches her n ...

Inspired by true events, One Hen tells the story of Kojo, a boy from Ghana who turns a small loan into a thriving farm and a livelihood for many. After his father died, Kojo had to quit school to help his mother collect firewood to sell at the market. When his mother receives a loan from some village families, she gives a little money to her son. With this tiny loan, Kojo buys a hen. A year later, ...

Inspired by true events, One Hen tells the story of Kojo, a boy from Ghana who turns a small loan into a thriving farm and a livelihood for many. After his father died, Kojo had to quit school to help his mother collect firewood to sell at the market. When his mother receives a loan from some village families, she gives a little money to her son. With this tiny loan, Kojo buys a hen. A year later, ...

A laugh-outloud-story with equally comic illustrations. An non-threatening to open up a discussion about facing and overcoming fear.

Pack this one in a beach bag and share the laughs with a young reader while your toes are in the sand. A laugh-outloud tale that will have readers sharing the fun!