A mother sings to her child of living in harmony with nature and following the teachings of the Seven Grandfathers. Backmatter includes information on the teachings of the Seven Grandfathers, glossary, and a note on the Anishinaabemowin language.
"Told through the eyes of an oldest child, this comforting picture book explores the joys and challenges of growing into a new role. When a baby is born, our narrator eagerly embraces her place as the family's big kid. She helps, teaches and leads the way as she discovers the world alongside her younger sibling. But as the first to start school--and with so much still to learn--being the biggest startsto feel tricky. Fortunately, Mum is on hand to help. Through playful scenes and moving moments, our narrator learns that even grown-upsdon't always feel like being the biggest. With love, support, and self-compassion, she begins to understand that it's okay to ask for help and to still feel small sometimes"--
"A universal story of kindness, compassion, and the importance of looking for the best in others"-- Provided by publisher.
"Meet Beginning, Middle and End--they are trying to work out who is the most important! Beginning loves starting stories, but Middle thinks the middle is the most interesting and where the good stuff happens. Middle doesn't want Beginning to always come first. A fight ensues--and they wake up End, who disappears as he doesn't like the arguing. But a book can't exist without the end, so Beginning and Middle set out to find End--and they come to realize how much they need each other--and how you can get the best out of everyone when you work together"--Amazon website.
"This Passover, Jordanita's family is leaving their Miami apartment and flying to Argentina to spend the holiday with cousins. Their cousins' house is the best, since it not only has a giant yard-they also two dogs, a cat, two turtles, and two parrots called Tic and Toc! But when Jordanita hears the Passover story this year, she can't help but notice that Tic and Toc are in a cage. If the point of Passover is to celebrate freedom, shouldn't that apply to all creatures? Soon, everyone is in for a surprise ... A special story about the sweetness of family, the bonds between people and pets, and the meaning of freedom. Celebrated Jewish Argentine author Ana María Shua explores the nature of freedom and the love of family in this warm-hearted tale, perfectly paired with the gentle humor of Spanish illustrator Angeles Ruiz's lively illustrations"--
Congratulations! You tried something new and discovered some of the wonder of the world. You worked hard and made friends and asked questions along the way. You did it! And now it's time to reflect on all the progress you've made and celebrate your accomplishments.
The How to Catch Kids track down a garden gnome.
Gigantic, the smallest blue whale in the pod, is teased by his brother and the other whales until, assisted by the smallest marine animals, he proves his true size and bravery in a daring rescue.
Featuring over a dozen prehistoric facts! Get ready for another exciting museum adventure with the Berenstain Bears! This time, they're stepping back in time to explore the wonders of the Ice Age. From mighty woolly mammoths to the fierce saber-tooth cats, this leveled reader makes it easy for children to sound out simple words and sentences while learning fascinating facts about the past. Packed with classic charm from the New York Times bestselling series, Visit the Ice Age is a delightful way to spark curiosity and a love for history.
Although her dad says they are good for her, a young girl knows better -- she is sure the vegetables in the fridge are out to get her, with broccoli being the biggest and baddest of all.
"A young Terry Crews wants to follow his big dreams and wear different hats in life but must contend with all the various adults who say he can only choose one"--
Pigeon gets emotional when he discovers he is not the only one celebrating their bird-day.
Inspired by the words of Jesus, children see how God's love shines through in nature's colors, from the red poppies to the daylilies' orange hues.
Incorporating the Ojibwe word for hello and the traditional Ojibwe Seven Grandfathers' teachings, a child is assured that they are seen, valued, and have a bright light inside of them.
Children! Quiet your engines! Zoom off to sleep with a new "things that go" bedtime story about race cars--from the creators of the bestselling Where Do Diggers Sleep at Night? series. Race cars, hot rods, and many more speedy vehicles are getting ready for bed in their own special ways. Whether it be by taking one last victory lap or getting tucked in by their parent pit crew, these cars are ready for a good night's sleep. Race car lovers and their families will love this new addition to their bedtime story bookshelf! Children who can't get enough vehicles will love all the books in the bestselling Where Do...series.
"An illustrated Raffi song about a family making a happy home by helping each other with the chores"-- Provided by publisher.
Ollie the cat has never met a dog but is afraid of them, until one day, he meets a whole slew of new friends: a cow, a hippo, and a marshmallow, all of whom look suspiciously like dogs.
Squirrel enjoys the long summer days with his friend Bird, but as the days grow shorter and darkness comes earlier, he becomes convinced there is a sun thief until Bird sets him straight. Includes information on the tilt of the Earths axis and its effect on daylight.
"A celebration of the outdoors and the lessons and strengths we gain from spending valuable time in nature"-- Provided by publisher.
"Deborah Freedman is back with a heartwarming picture book on patience and love, perfect for Mother's Day! For Mama's special day, the kittens decide to gift her all sorts of flowers. Some are drawn and stamped. Others stitched and sung. Oleander, though, plants a seed in hopes of gifting her a real flower. But as Mama's special day approaches, Oleander's flower still hasn't blossomed. Will he have a gift in time? Flowers for Mama shows us many ways art can be made and how, with a little patience and a lot of love, very different flowers can all come together to form a whole garden, just for Mama." --
"Haneen and her Momma celebrate Eid and the end of Ramadan with prayers made on a rainy day"-- Provided by publisher.
Ten-year-old Jimmy's chance meeting with the Milwaukee Brewers's owner leads to the introduction of morning baseball games for WWII third-shift workers.