What does it take to think a little more broadly, a little different from an ordinary pattern of thinking? Especially when it comes to community? Gentle, cute characters deliver a powerful message when perspectives are challenged and changing beliefs embolden meaningful action.

Otter wants to wisely choose a friend, but that is difficult. Just when he thinks he's got it, Otter Keeper helps him see his choice is not the best. Though Otter becomes discouraged, Otter Keeper rewards Otter's earnestness with a very best solution. These Otter stories and illustrations offer nothing but wholesome delight.

From master of suspense author Margaret Peterson Haddix comes another page-turning stand-alone adventure perfect for fans of Cog and Bad Magic.No matter what anyone tells you, I'm real.That's what the note says that Max finds under his keyboard.He knows that his best friend, Josie, wrote it. He'd know her handwriting anywhere. But why she wrote it--and what it means--remains a mystery.Ever since t ...

It’s time for little Maximillian to go to school! His wealthy parents have chosen the most perfect school for him where he will learn to be kind and no one will bully him, or call him names, or hurt him – ever! Why? All of the students except Max are really good robots! He never guesses they aren’t real and makes a best friend in Josie. She opens his eyes to all sorts of innocent fun things ...

Is there only one type of veterinarian? Gentle illustrations envelop the story in wonder and discovery as a young boy who is allergic to cats learns he has many options.

Provides an entertaining introduction to several important details about the life of monarch butterflies.

The inspirational story of George Washington Carver and his childhood secret garden is brought to life in this picture book biography by the author-illustrator team behind Muhammad Ali: A Champion Is Born. When George Washington Carver was just a young child, he had a secret: a garden of his own.Here, he rolled dirt between his fingers to check if plants needed more rain or sun. He protected roots ...

Teddy wants a job, and Otter thinks he can help Teddy find the perfect occupation. When a series of tries fail to reveal a good fit for Teddy, he and Otter discover that they already have the best jobs possible. The delightful story makes a beautiful point about love and friendship.

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.

Anticipated Release: Summer 2024 — Recommended for Grade 2 unless students have not used Writer's Stylus previously. You may want to consider using this for Grade 3 for the first year. Cobalt—Student Portfolio Book 2 Anticipated Release: Fall 2024