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"A wise old dog contemplates the limitless world of imagination through a window."--

"After a long winter spent indoors, adorable French snail Escargot ventures out into the world, searching for signs of spring, and meets a fluffy white bunny along the way, in this delightful tale of unlikely friendship"-- Provided by publisher.

Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a celebration of all that is festive during the holiday season. This beautiful book features Eric Carle's bright, colorful artwork of Christmas delights from presents to snowflakes and even Santa Claus with The Very Hungry Caterpillar making an appearance alongside each one. This sweet little book is the perfect Christmas present for readers young and old.

With help from his mother, a young boy named Oliver copes with the suicide of his father.

It all begins when Drew and Jonathan are doing what they do best--thinking up big plans for even bigger projects. Will they build a treehouse? A castle? A catapult? They have a whole lot of big ideas, but no one thinks they can do any of them! The twins brainstorm, scribble, and tinker until they have the perfect big plan. They'll save every last penny, sketch out some designs, and make a whole lot of noise--builders aren't known for being quiet--because...

"Come in and experience the sacred traditions of Ramadan, the Islamic month of mercy and blessings, with children and families from across the globe. From waking up early for suhoor and fasting from dawn to dusk to praying and preparing an iftar meal to be shared, Ramadan is a time of increased spirituality, gratitude, charity, and empathy for all"--Provided by publisher.

After losing the person in his life he loves more than anything, a young child holds onto a cape as a source of comfort and strength as he navigates the sadness and joy of his memories.

An overwhelmed taco feels like falling apart, but his friends teach him the think-feel-do combo, which helps Taco navigate his strong feelings. Includes a note to parents, caregivers, and teachers.

"Everyone has wondered exactly what happens to poop after it is flushed down the toilet. It disappears as if by magic-- but there's a lot more going on than meets the eye! This book takes young readers through each stage of the sewage system, from the Sewer Flushers who unclog sewers to keep everything moving, to how dirty water is cleaned at the treatment plant. Furthermore, learn how sludge made from our poop can be recycled in many different ways--...

"Written with terrific humor, empathy, and tenderness, author-illustrator Andrew Arnold's I Have a Question is wonderfully funny and mightily empowering--inspiring anyone who has ever felt too shy, too silly or too afraid to raise their hand."--