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Author
Publisher
Bright Light, Hardie Grant Children's Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"I might say YES to pillow fights; a kiss when I'm tucked in at night. I might say NO to climbing high, a tickling game or a hug goodbye. The book discusses consent and control for a young audience, through a story that is bold and beautiful, loud and proud. With the feel-good factor turned up to eleven, it also celebrates individualism, inclusivity and empathy"--Publisher's description.
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Early one morning in 1995, a rancher in Humacao, Puerto Rico, found three of his goats dead. The blood seemed to have been drained from their bodies. As dozens more farm animals were found dead across the island, the fear of the so-called Chupacabra-the "goat sucker"-grew. But was a mysterious cryptid really responsible for all of these deaths? And if so, where would it go next? Follow the trail of the Chupacabra in this exciting new title"--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Sister Holiday is back with a newly minted PI apprentice certificate, a twisty mystery to solve, and something to prove in this fast-paced, blistering follow-up to Scorched Grace. Tattooed from her neck to her toes and sporting a gold tooth as sharp as her wisecracks, Sister Holiday struggles to stay on the righteous path. Never one to make things easy for herself, she’s committed to taking her permanent vows with the Sisters of the Sublime Blood...
Author
Publisher
Feiwel and Friends
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"No two dances were the same. Each one was beautiful because it was different - just like how Sydney's body was also beautiful because it was different. Sydney Mesher was born with ten toes and five fingers. But it was her toes that her mum noticed first. 'I can tell she's going to be a dancer,' she said. And it turned out Mum was right--after years of hard work, Sydney eventually danced her way onto the famous stage of Radio City Music Hall, becoming...
Author
Publisher
Flowerpot Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"A pink flamingo standing on one foot, an octopus reading eight books, a pair of socks with ten toes, and so much more can all be found in this book. It's the perfect way to learn numbers up to 10 with your preschooler."--Page 4 of cover.
Author
Publisher
Beach Lane Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Can you hug a forest? Of course you can. First you hug the air: open your arms, lift up your chin, and breathe in all the way down to your toes. Then you hug a leaf and a flower and a trail and a stream and all the other wondrous natural elements that make up a forest. Take every chance to soak in your natural surroundings and be grateful for nature"--
Author
Publisher
Clarion Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Branches are all around us: in butterfly wings, on gecko toes, in flowers, frost, and mud. Whether as electricity moving across the sky or rivers flowing to the sea, branches are nature's most efficient way to spread and to connect. They are even found inside our own bodies, helping us reach and grow with each breath and heartbeat. Branches--strong, hopeful, beautiful--are the shape of life. How many can you find?
Author
Publisher
Silver Dolphin Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Celebrate five classic nursery rhymes with this board book with traceable elements that are perfect for little hands! Perfectly sized for little ones, this innovative take on nursery rhymes allows young children to touch and trace along the shapes on every page as they learn "The Wheels on the Bus," "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes," "Mary Had a Little Lamb," and more. Favorite nursery rhymes from school, playful illustrations, and interactive tracing...
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Alma es conocida por sus icónicas rayas, ¡pero hay más que le gustaría mostrarte! Tiene brazos, manos y dedos para acariciar a un pájaro como mascota, además de piernas, pies, dedos de los pies y un adorable vientre. debajo de su corazón siempre presente" --
"Alma is known for her iconic stripes--but there's more she'd like to show you! She has arms, hands, and fingers for patting a pet bird--as well as legs, feet, toes, and one adorable...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"This exciting introduction to the human body is brimming with super senses, marvelous medicine, and record-breaking feats. The world is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. My Very Important Human Body is a vibrant encyclopedia for curious 5-9 year olds with a unique approach to the human body. Little learners can easily digest scientific information with this breakdown of how our bodies work and all the...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Social media star Emily Morrow invites readers into a practical, accessible--and funny--journey toward a healthier lifestyle in Really Very Crunchy. Emily shows you how crunchy is really a spectrum, and anyone can take steps to improve their quality of life through being a little bit crunchy . . . or even Really Very Crunchy, if you please"--
"Find your Inner Crunchy without becoming that person with this helpful guide from social media star Really...
Series
Magic artisan Dahlia wilts no more volume 5
Publisher
Seven Seas Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Fast fingers to warm toes! The five-toed socks and the dry soles are a huge hit! Who could have guessed that a prototype made on a whim would lead to such success. Dahlia will have to work overtime to meet all the orders. The Rossetti Trading Company is growing so fast! Fortunately, she’s got friends to help push production to the max. Together, they can keep up ahead of the rapid expansion."--
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