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21) What's sweeter
Author
Publisher
Katherine Tegen Books
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
This extraordinary book focuses on the everyday moments that slow the world down for us: a hug from someone we haven't seen in a long time, the soft spot behind a cat's ear, a ladybug landing on your arm. And in the end, the answer to the question of what's sweeter rings truest of all.
Author
Publisher
Triangle Square/Seven Stories Press
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
When Julia has a terrible day at school, her uncle cheers her up by introducing her to the Triple C, the Childish Children's Club, where slowing down and enjoying the simple and silly things in life are encouraged.
Author
Publisher
Cardinal Rule Press
Pub. Date
[2023].
Language
English
Description
Buddy lives in the city but can't wait to spend a week on the farm with his uncle. When Buddy's dad gives him his allowance for the trip, Buddy has a choice. Would he buy candy or toys, or is there something that would bring him greater happiness?
Author
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
The sun on your face. The smell of warm bannock baking in the oven. Holding the hand of someone you love. What fills your heart with happiness? This beautiful board book, with illustrations from celebrated artist Julie Flett, serves as a reminder for little ones and adults alike to reflect on and cherish the moments in life that bring us joy.
Author
Series
Rainbow magic. Princess fairies volume 1
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
[2012], c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Rachel and Kirsty are going to spend a week at the Golden Palace, but when Jack Frost steals the Princess Fairies' magic tiaras they must help Hope the Happiness Fairy find her tiara to cheer everyone up.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
How can tomorrow ever be as good as yesterday? Boy doesn't think it can be and puts all his scientific knowledge to use, trying to work out how to go faster than the speed of light and make time go backwards. His grandad discovers him exploring the garden looking for wormholes, a possible shortcut back to yesterday - and reassures him that tomorrow will hold great experiences, which will become new treasured memories.
Author
Publisher
Sterling Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Meet Bunny, a little bunny with a big heart who spreads sparkly, springtime happiness around the forest! Bunny wakes up one more morning with a warm, sparkly feeling in her tummy. What could it be? Is she taller? Is she hungry? Maybe she's feeling happy! With the Spring Fair fast approaching, Bunny decides to spread the joy by helping her woodland friends. She makes decorations with Froggy, carries Mrs. Duck's baking supplies, and plants flowers with...
31) You are my happy
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
What makes up happy all day through? Let's count those things, just me and you.... Inspired by her own nighttime routine with her daughter, Haley Joy, Today show co-anchor Hoda Kotb has written a book that celetrates the things that make us happy each day... the big things and the small. With illustrations from Suzie Mason, Kort's soothing yet playful lullaby explores the simple and wondrous joy of taking a moment to be grateful.
Author
Publisher
Picarona/Obelisco
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
Español
Description
"Todos necesitamos felicidad en nuestras vidas. Puede ser difícil de encontrar y, en ocasiones, parece estar muy lejos. Pero hay un lugar en el que siempre encontraremos la felicidad, el lugar al que necesitamos regresar. Con el mismo tipo de ilustraciones dulces y sencillas que ya usó para explicar a los más pequeños cómo gestionar la tristeza, Eva Eland los ayuda ahora a encontrar la felicidad y a cuidar de ella. Un precioso álbum que transmite...
Author
Publisher
Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Crow sets out on a journey to find the happiest bird alive. Could it be the lovely dove, the musical nightingale, or the elegant swan? But each bird has their own reason to not be content, even the glamorous peacock. Perhaps all of Crow's searching will help him discover the real secret to happiness. This book retells a classic fable with warmth, personality, and a dose of humor. Energetic prose and vibrant illustrations encourage young readers to...
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Hold happiness, trials, and triumph close. Written by Your Name Is a Song author Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow with stunning collages by debut illustrator Patrick Dougher, Hold Them Close is a moving celebration of Black children. Children will see that if they look to their glorious past, embrace their present feelings, and reach for a bright future, there is much to hold close, and they can light up the world" -- Front jacket flap.
36) Paws up for joy!
Author
Series
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Pepper, Boo, and the Cat celebrate a special day with big and small things, cat and dog things, as well as inside and outside things"--
37) Albie on his way
Author
Publisher
Red Comet Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Albie is on a mission! The king has commanded him to deliver an important message to the neighboring castle. Dutifully he dashes away. But once on his way, something comes up . . . and then another thing, and then another! What is one to do when a squirrel, a tired mother and her many children, and an old animal need Albie's help, just has much as his king? Told with clever parallel storytelling, Hans Christian Andersen Award winner Jutta Bauer,...
Author
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
Español
Description
"La luz del sol en la cara. El aroma de bannock caliente horneándose. Agarranr la mano de alguien querido. ¿Qué llena tu corazón de alegría? Este hermoso libro en cartoné, con ilustraciones de la artista de renombre Julie Flett, sirve como recordatorio tanto para pequeños como adultos a pensar en y apreciar los momentos de la vida que nos llenan de alegría. La ponente internacional y premiada autora Monique Gray Smith escribió Mi corazón...
Author
Publisher
Random House/Listening Library
Pub. Date
p2007
Language
English
Description
Blizzard of the blue moon: Jack and Annie go back in time to New York City, during one of the darkest periods in the city's history--the Great Depression. Even worse, the city is in the grip of a terrible snowstorm. To stop the blizzard, Jack and Annie must save the unicorn made famous in the Cloister's medieval tapestries. But will that be enough to help a city that faces so many troubles?
Dragon of the red dawn: When Merlin is weighed down by sorrows,...
40) The happy shop
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Eleven-year-old Darcy thinks she’s found the answer to her problems when she discovers a store selling happy feelings. But is happiness really the only emotion people need? A heartwarming middle-grade graphic novel debut for fans of Inside Out and Pilu of the Woods about understanding the value in all feelings. Welcome to the Happy Shop! Eleven-year-old Darcy just moved to a new country. She’s feeling lost and misses her friends back home....
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