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Perfect for children of all ages, this heartfelt story opens the curtains on the story of how we can all feel together even when we are far apart.Out the window, I can seea new world looking back at me.The streets are still,there are no crowds ...but looking up, I see the clouds.Told through the voices—and windows—of children from around the world, this story’s comforting message and bright illustrations bring hope into your home even as our world changes outside. The book’s beautiful design reveals similarities—“In different windows everywhere, I see rainbows, hearts, and teddy bears”—that can comfort and unite us, even in hard times.Author Patrick Guest was inspired to write this story when he was forced to isolate from his family as a medical worker. His lyrical writing gives hope to our shared experience. In addition, Jonathan Bentley, award-winning illustrator of more than 30 children’s books, infuses the book with warmth and delight.When you look out your window, don’t forget that we’re all looking out—together.

In this "approachable series" (Booklist), one small action a day can make a difference . . . in a big way! In 10 Ideas to Save the Planet, we explore how to BE GREEN to counteract the effects of pollution and global warming in our everyday lives.Are you ready to save the planet? You might be thinking, “I don’t own a factory that spews chemicals into the air! I don’t even drive!” If you think only grown-ups can save the planet … think again! It’s a group effort, and you’re a major player too. So let’s get started with 10 easy ideas!In this book, learn all about environmental conservation with little (but powerful!) actions, including: Making a bee-saving oasis!Earning a black belt in recycling!Using your imagination to reuse objects—and reduce waste . . . and more!With tips and everyday activities, this book brings environmental conservation into your home, your classroom, and the real world. Put these 10 ideas into practice at home or at school, and share them  with friends and family!

In this "approachable series" (Booklist), one small action a day can make a difference . . . in a big way! In 10 Ideas to Save the World with Kindness, we discover what it means to be kind, caring, and thoughtful.Are you ready to make the world a kinder place? We can each be a force for good in everyday life if we remember that everyone and everything deserves kindness—even animals and plants! So let’s get started with 10 easy ideas!In this book, learn all about empathy and generosity with little (but powerful!) actions, including: Using the magic words!Getting creative with compliments and gifts!Treating others the way you want to be treated . . . and more!With tips and everyday activities, this book brings a caring point of view into your home, your classroom, and the real world. Put these 10 ideas into practice at home or at school, and share them with friends and family!

In this "approachable series" (Booklist), one small action a day can make a difference . . . in a big way! In 10 Ideas to Overcome Racism, we explore how to counteract racism and prejudice in our everyday lives.Are you ready to overcome racism in the world today? Each one of us plays a part in perpetuating racism, and we must unite to stop it from spreading. So let’s get started with 10 easy antiracist ideas!In this book, learn how to challenge racist ideas with little (but powerful!) actions, including: Learning a friend’s language—and helping them learn yours!Discovering the past to understand the present!Trying new foods, playing new games, and listening to new music . . . and more!With tips and everyday activities, this book brings discussions of race and diversity into your home, your classroom, and the real world. Put these 10 ideas into practice at home or at school, and share them  with friends and family!

Have a MONSTER of a time with this little book—perfect for little hands!Dr. Frankenstein is lonely, so he decides to build himself a friend! But his creation scares him and the doctor runs far away. Follow along as Frankenstein's monster chases after his creator because he also wants a friend! Will Dr. Frankenstein help his monster? Does the monster deserve a friend? Discover the origin of the science fiction genre in this must-have board book edition of Mary Shelley's gothic classic FrankensteinWith foil on the cover and engaging illustrations throughout,Baby's Classics: Frankenstein is a delightful addition to baby's first story time collection! It's never too early to introduce the littlest readers to the greatest stories. Written with baby in mind, this gothic retelling promises to delight parents and kids alike.From Starry Forest Books, Baby's Classics will delight your little one with the world's best stories. Collect them all!

Take a first BITE out of gothic classics with this “charming, age-appropriate” (Foreword) board book edition of Bram Stoker's Dracula—perfect for little hands! When a mysterious client invites Jonathan Harker to Transylvania, the young realtor doesn’t hesitate to travel to Count Dracula’s spooky, crumbly castle. But the count has strange habits … he acts like a bat, and tries to bite people. Can Jonathan and his fiancée Mina teach the creepy count how to make friends? Trade in horror for the most adorable Count Dracula ever seen in the creature's 125-year history! With foil on the cover and engaging illustrations throughout, Baby’s Classics: Dracula is a delightful addition to baby’s first story time collection! It’s never too early to introduce the littlest readers to the greatest stories. Written with baby in mind, this gothic retelling promises to delight parents and kids alike. From Starry Forest Books, Baby’s Classics will delight your little one with the world’s best stories. Collect them all!

Debut author Amanda Henke shines a funny, fact-filled, and heartwarming spotlight on one of nature’s most overlooked and misunderstood creatures – the loveable (but not-so-huggable) Porcupine!There are no books about the most underrated, majestic forest creature of all time … porcupines! But there are loads about bunnies. Can't Porcupine have just this one book to herself? What is it with these attention-seeking, book-hogging carrot crunchers?!So be sure to ignore any floppy ears or cotton tails. That is NOT what this book is about.As Porcupine vies desperately for the reader's attention, one little bunny follows to get her attention too. Can a fluffy forest critter and a prickly, aspiring author forget their differences and become friends?With charm and a quirky, self-aware sense of humor, Not a Book About Bunnies will have readers of all ages giggling as they watch this unexpected friendship unfold. A perfect picture book for little animal admirers, nature nuts, and especially porcupine pals—because this is a 100% porcupine story.

"Berneger’s rhyming text makes for a fun, buoyant read-aloud...a perfect fit for toddler and preschool readers. Chapman’s illustrations capture joyful, childlike movement. There are bright, eye-catching colors on every page...A bouncy, exuberant read as playful as its target audience." --Kirkus ReviewsGet little feet moving and grooving in no time with this interactive and engaging picture book – perfect for active read-alouds and exploring motion and movement with energetic toddlers.From former elementary school teacher Marcia Berneger, Busy Feet’s simple, gentle rhyme underscores illustrator Susanna Chapman’s bold, expressive style. This winning combination—along with diverse and inclusive art—makes wiggling around and learning opposites a blast. Little ones will be itching to join the party as the characters dance, hop, and march along!Feet wake upTime to play.Happy feet,Out all day!Follow along as adorable baby feet move through a busy day. Where do these feet go? How do they get there? What exciting activities will they get up to? See just how busy little feet can be at playtime, bath time, and more!Playful and bright, this book is perfect for sharing and gifting. Busy Feet promises full-to-bursting fun for little movers of all ages!

If a kitten hates the water … can it come to love a mermaid? Find out in this story about setting goals, problem-solving, and (eventually) making friends.Cadence is a very busy little mermaid—dancing with dolphins in the morning and practicing Tai Chi at the lighthouse in the afternoon—but something is missing. She really wants a kitten!When she discovers a family of felines onshore, Cadence can’t believe her luck. But, as the mermaid tries to play with one of the kittens, she soon discovers that cats do not like water and are very pointy in all the wrong places. Ouch!With her kitten dreams dashed, Cadence couldn’t be sadder. Is there a pet out there that can love her and the sea? Maybe there’s one right under her fin!From author Judith L. Roth and artist Jaclyn Sinquett, Cadence and Kittenfish: A Mermaid Tale reminds us to follow our hearts and our fins—and be ready for some surprises!