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"When Tiny Reindeer, who is too small to pull Santa’s sleigh, discovers a letter that could change everything, he must decide whether or not he is ready to take a (literal) leap into the unknown"--

Helping kids celebrate milestones and holidays throughout the year, this hilarious book channels childhood exuberance and explains why waiting can be wonderful - and why it can be worth it!

"Two mice talk about where the seasons come from."--

"A lyrical story of parental love that celebrates and takes pride in the many shades of brown skin is told through warm and vivid poetry that empowers as it embraces"--

"Tricycles have three wheels and training bikes have four, but what this little boy wants most of all is a bike with two wheels! Dad has one for any occasion, and he knows just how to get his son ready. With practice, patience, and more than a little courage, the dream of a family who rides together--everyone on two wheels!--might just come true"--

A beaver family works hard to rebuild when their dam is threatened by storms in this beautifully illustrated follow-up to Nesting that introduces young children to beginning life science concepts.

"Fascinating facts and engaging text introduce young ornithologists to the puffin by following one diligent pair as they nurture their new chick"--

A picture book celebrating both the highs and lows that everyone experiences in the course of a life.

"Penny Purple taught us how to be a purple person. A person who finds common ground with others while celebrating what makes them unique! Now Penny and her pals will put their purple skills into action in their very favorite place--their classroom! How do you make a purple school? It will take curiosity, sharing, hard work, and lots of laughs"--

Sugar Plum, Mr. Gingerbread, and their Sugar Plum Bakers prepare twelve delicious holiday treats from countries around the world. Includes information about the treats and a recipe.