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Adam the Ant -
Hero of Insectum Academy
by Julie Awerkamp & Holly Andreason
Illustrated by Jesi Yap
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Have you ever dreamed of being a hero? Adam is a creative, hardworking ant who LOVES to dig. Because he is surrounded by talented classmates who have no interest in playing in the dirt, Adam often feels left out. However, when catastrophe strikes, he realizes his strengths may be the only chance to save the buglings of Insectum Academy.
Hardcover/Paperback, ages 2-8, 8.5"x11"
Babe The Ballerina Dog
by Erin Mindes
Illustrated by Lindsey Furr
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May loves teaching her dog new skills. Today it’s ballet! While Babe’s not perfect and needs a lot of breaks, May doesn’t give up. But can Babe finish the lesson with a perfect leap, or will the neighbor’s cat ruin it?
Hardcover, Ages 3-10, 8"x8"
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Bear's Book of Emotions
by Tyler Beckstrand
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This book teaches children how to identify their feelings - a necessary skill in developing emotional intelligence. By viewing emotions as valid and worthwhile, children are better able to demonstrate empathy and strengthen relationships with others - and themselves.
Hardcover, ages 2-8, 8"x8"
Beware! Be Scared!
by Lori Ries
Illustrated by Ryan Law
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It's dark! It's eerie!
Ghouls, witches, and werewolves might scare this trick-or-treater out of a fun Halloween adventure. Will he run, run, run, or hide, hide, hide? Find out when you look inside!
Hardcover/Paperback, Ages 3-10, 8.5"x8.5"
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Brave in the Water
by Stephanie Wildman
Illustrated by Jenni Feidler-Aguilar
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Are you afraid to put your face in the water? So is Diante. He would like to play in the pool with other children. He’s not afraid to hang upside down, though, and he’s surprised to learn his grandma is.Can Diante help Grandma and become brave in the water?
Hardcover/Paperback, Ages 3-8, 11"x8.5"
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Bucklebee Bunny
by Lara Law
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Have you ever wondered what happens in Cabbageville, the tiny town where Easter is made? Meet Bucklebee Bunny, an egg painter, and see how he learns to recognize his potential and his special role in his town. A story of self love and learning to let our gifts and talents shine.
Paperback, ages 2-8, 8.5"x11"
Charlie & Emmet - Surgery Day
by Lori Ries
Illustrated by Thomas Bender
Everyone in Charlie's family loves Emmet, the dinosaur. Daddy has roaring conversations with him, and Mommy eats his cuisine. But it's Charlie who loves him most of all, She couldn't have asked for a better friend! He shares her food, reads her books, and when Mommy goes to the hospital, he helps take care of her.
What's it like having a dinosaur for a nurse? Find out in these four short chapters - just right for beginning readers.
Hardcover, Ages 3-8, 8.5"x11"
Child of the Sea
by Maxine Rose Schur
Illustrated by Milanka Reardon
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When a fisherman finds a baby girl in his net, he and his wife are overjoyed. Their wish for a child has come true! But as the years go by, Merella, their beloved daughter, has a secret longing - a longing that will lead the fisherman and his wife to a heartrending decision.
Hardcover, Ages 5-10, 11"x8.5"
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Holly's Hollyhocks
by Marsha Jackson
Illustrated by Sheena Whatcott
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Come along with Holly as she discovers the joy of planting Hollyhock seeds and why these beautiful flowers are so popular with everyone who sees them. This sweet story, along with the darling watercolor illustrations, will make you want to plant your very own Hollyhocks.
Hardcover/Paperback, Ages 3-8, 8"x8"
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Holly and the Secret Seeds
by Marsha Jackson
Illustrated by Sheena Whatcott
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Holly loves planting hollyhocks and black-eyed Susans in her yard and watching them grow. When those blossoms turn into seed pods, she gathers more than her little buckets can hold. After a trip to the library, she is inspired to share her seeds with all her neighbors - secretly! Join Holly as she spreads seeds of love throughout her town and brings everyone together with a colorful spring surprise.
Hardcover, Ages 3-8, 8"x8"
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I Hope Your Dreams Are Sweet
by Steppie Morris
Illustrated by Elysse Hopkins
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By day, kids know just what to do; they work to make a mess or two. But nighttime comes, and eyes do droop, as over them their parents stoop to kiss and hug just one more time as they slip off to dreams sublime. Follow this family as they go through their evening routine for the perfect way to end a hectic day, help children wind down, and start a peaceful, restful night, blanketed by love, hope, and affection.
Hardcover, Ages 1-6, 8.5"x8.5"
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I Love You Across the World
by Kim Bushman Aguilar
Illustrated by Jenni Feidler-Aguilar
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Have you ever wanted to travel across the world? Maybe go on an African safari, or swim with the dolphins in Hawaii? Perhaps you'd rather sail the Nile or ride a limo through New York in style? In this big, beautiful world, you never know just how far you can go! But don't make me chase, take me along your suitcase!
Hardcover, Ages 2-12, 11"x8.5"
I Am Safe
by Randa Canter
Illustrated by Spencer Liriano Navarro
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Being the boss of your brain is hard work. But you don't have to suffer from paralyzing fear. You can choose to feel happy and safe! "I AM Safe" will arm you with courage to believe the mantra: I AM PREPARED AND KNOW WHAT TO DO. I AM THE BOSS OF MY BRAIN. I HAVE THE POWER TO FEEL SAFE.
Hardcover/Paperback, Ages 3-10, 8.5"x11"
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Madeline the Mermaid
Happy to be Colorfully Me!
by Julie Awerkamp & Holly Andreason
Illustrated by Jesi Yap
Madeline doesn’t think she will ever be happy
as a pink mermaid living in a black and white ocean. One day she meets some friends who help her appreciate her own special identity. This gives her the confidence to proudly proclaim, “I add color to the world, you see. I am happy being uniquely me.”
Hardcover/Paperback, Ages 3-8, 8.5"x11"
Mom's Many Hats
by Karlie Burnham
Illustrated By Andrea Stevenson
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Moms from all walks of life do so much for the ones they love! This fun, colorful book reminds us of all the jobs moms do from day to day. Filled with creative hats to represent each job, this rhyming story pays tribute to all moms everywhere. The darling characters leap from the page and into your heart. It will leave you wondering... is there anything Mom can't do??
Paperback & Hardcover, ages 2-8, 8"x8"
Magnificent Me!
by Randa Canter
Illustrated by Rebecca Tibbetts
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There's no question Macie's life is full of hurdles. Being "Big Sister" to a brother with special medical needs is one of the biggest. But does it have to be? Learn how one girl's perspective changes her whole life, starting with how she views herself!
Hardcover, 11"x8.5" ages 2-8
My Little Redheaded Sister
by Christy Lee
Illustrated by Paris Juliana
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Being a big sister is a tough job - especially to a redheaded attention grabber. Find out how the big sister in this story learns how to recognize her own worth and focus on the positive things about her younger sibling. In the end, she realizes just how luck she is.
Hardcover, ages 3-8, 8"x8"
Pigs Dancing Jigs
by Maxine Rose Schur
Illustrated by Robin Dewitt & Patricia Dewitt-Grush
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All the animals from A to Z
Are just as busy as they can be
If you want to see all they do
Then this book is just for you
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Here's an alphabet book to delight young and old with animals as familiar as the cow and duck, and as unfamiliar as the impala and the zoril. Kids and grown-ups alike will have more fun than a barrel of monkeys searching for the hidden letters in the art.
Hardcover, Ages 2-7, 8.5"x11"
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Rae's Rainy Day
by Julie Awerkamp & Holly Andreason
Illustrated by Jesi Yap
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Rae is a cheerful sun who always wakes up excited to shine her brightest. Because she is usually so happy, Rae is surprised one morning when she feels a little gloomy. With some help from a cloud friend named Gust, she realized that it's okay to have a rainy day.
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Reader's Favorite 5 Star Award Winner
Hardcover/Paperback, Ages 3-8, 8.5"x11"
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Skimmer & Birdy
Let's Help Nell
by Carrie Turley
Illustrated by Ryan Law
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Skimmer and Birdy are elephant friends who love to have fun and play. They giggle and laugh, they sing, and they dance - until they see Nell pass their way.
Nell's a giraffe, with a problem so tall, her friends don't know quite what to do. But Skimmer and Birdy never give up. They show that their friendship is true.
They help her in secret. They don't ask for praise. They don't even want you to tell. The very best part for Skimmer and Birdy is the smile they put on Nell.
Hardcover/Paperback, ages 2-8, 8"x8"
Step into Spanish
Señor Picante is My Red Fish
by Lori Ries
Illustrated by Lara Law
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When Miguel sets up a fishbowl for his new pet, Señor Picante is delighted by every surprise. One day, Señor Picante has a surprise of his own. How can a fish surprise a human friend? Friend - Amigo
Paperback, Ages 3-8, 8.5"x8.5"
Step into Spanish
Tater Tot is My Fat Cat
by Lori Ries
Illustrated by Lara Law
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Tater Tot is a cuddly, mischievious, playful cat...usually, but now, Tater Tot is a slug. What will Miguel discover as he observes his cat's strange new behavior? Will Tater Tot ever be fun again?
The Step into Spanish Series is designed to teach children basic Spanish Vocabulary words through story.
Paperback, Ages 3-8, 8.5"x8.5"
Step into Spanish
Ten Crazy Kittens Try, Try Again
by Lori Ries
Illustrated by Lara Law
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Tater Tot is a cuddly, mischievious, playful cat...usually, but now, Tater Tot is a slug. What will Miguel discover as he observes his cat's strange new behavior? Will Tater Tot ever be fun again?
The Step into Spanish Series is designed to teach children basic Spanish Vocabulary words through story.
Paperback, Ages 3-8, 8.5"x8.5"
Thank You, Please
and Pardon Me
by Kristin Russo
Illustrated by Kyle McDonald
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You're growing up, and there are some things
that becoming a big kid certainly brings.
This is a book that is made just for you,
full of sweet manners that I know to be true.
It's silly and fun, and I hope you will learn
as you read and explore these pages you turn!
Hardcover/Paperback, Ages 3-12, 11"x8.5"
The Autumn Woodland
Tea Party
by Elle Steward
The weather is getting chilly, and Fox wants to have a tea party. But he’ll have to hurry because Hedgehog and Bear are getting ready to hibernate, and Squirrel is busy gathering food for the winter. What better way to celebrate the
comforts of friendship than with freshly baked blackberry muffins and heather tea? Set in an enchanting autumnal woodland, this cozy tale will take you back to your childhood and warm your heart.
Hardcover, Ages 3-10, 8.5"x8.5"
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The Biggest Yawn Ever!
by Jennifer de Azevedo
Illustrated by Lindsey Furr
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Chad has a lot to talk about, but he can't stop yawning. Can you figure out what he's trying to say? A humorous peek at a day in the life of a young boy trying desperately to stay awake. This fun story has more than one ending. In fact, it might have more endings than you can imagine.
Paperback, ages 2-8, 8"x8"
The Children in the Box
by Steppie Morris
Illustrated by Patricia Dewitt-Grush & Robin Dewitt
Two children, orphaned through war and disease, weather the winter as best they can in the wooden box they call home. As this young man works hard to provide for himself and his little sister, he faces a gut-wrenching choice. He finds a large sum of money - but he knows who it belongs to.
Will he muster enough courage to return it to its rightful owner? Or will he choose to purchase necessities that he and his sister have long gone without? Will they have a warm, full-bellied Christmas after all?
A heart-tugging holiday story about the power of family, the beauty of kindness, and the strength, goodness, and courage inside each of us.
Hardcover, Ages 3-12, 8.5"x11"
The First Jambalaya
A Fairytale Cookbook
by Patricia Dewitt-Grush
Illustrated by Robin Dewitt & Patricia Dewitt-Grush
Richeleaux, the raccoon, wants nothing more than to play his fiddle for a real audience, so he decides to have a jamboree. And what's a party without food? While he busily prepares a delicious meal, Antoine, the alligator, hurries off to invite their friends. Soon, everyone in the Atchafalaya Swamp is excited for a fun-filled fais-do-do. When an unexpected rainstorm threatens to ruin the party before it even starts, Richeleaux's friends step in and save the day.
Hardcover, Ages 5-10, 8.5"x11"
The Hair Fairies
by Amy Despain
Illustrated by Savannah Whetten
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If you woke up this morning,
with your hair big and tangled from sleep.
Maybe you had trouble snoozing last night,
or maybe there's a secret to keep.
There might be another reason,
why your hair is huge and a mess.
The Hair Fairies are at it again,
having fun with your hair while you rest.
Hardcover 11"x8.5" ages 2-8
The Hair Fairies - Tangled Trouble
by Amy Despain
Illustrated by Savannah Whetten
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There's trouble tonight while you're snoozing,
while you lay in your bed and dream.
A little Hair Fairy named Trudy
has opened your can of frosting.
The cookies you left on the counter
are too tempting for her to resist.
Her sticky fingers and toes
have made a mess that shouldn't be missed.
Hardcover, ages 3-8, 11"x8.5"
The Kindness Snowflake
by Jen Brewer
Illustrated by Diana Del Grande
It's Snowing! Have you ever wondered how snowflakes are formed and why they are important! You can learn along with Mary as her mom teachers her about the wonderful world of snow.
The fun doesn't stop there. Mary hatches a plan to make a special snowflake that helps spread love to all around.
Will the Kindness Snowflake be enough to melt the hear of grumpy old Mr. Henderson? Turn the pages to find out.
Hardcover/Paperback, Ages 3-12, 8.5"x11"
The Marvelous Maze
by Maxine Rose Schur
Illustrated by Dewitt Studios
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When a clever prince has a beautiful maze garden constructed and decrees that he will marry the princess who can find her way out, forty-three princesses try without success. Will the plump, last princess succeed?
Hardcover, ages 3-8, 8.5"x11"
The Witches Ball
by Lori Ries
Illustrated by Tracee Guzman
One O'Clock! TwoO'Clock! Three O'Clock!
Tonight i the Witches Ball, and it starts promptly at twelve o'clock. But with nothing to wear and her shoelaces breaking, Millie is already racing against the chimes. When her broom breaks, she fears it's the last straw. Will she make it to the ball on time? Grab your broom and ride along with Millie in this lively counting tale.
Hardcover/Paperback, Ages 3-8, 11"x8.5"
The World Can Wait
- For Dads
by Julianne Heywood
Illustrated by Karlie West Denton
The World Can Wait For DadsFor Dads
Time will come and go; the years will fly away,
but I’m so glad to be here while we enjoy today!
Being a dad is the best job of all. This heartfelt book explores all the amazing things dads get to do with their children as they fulfill the vital
work of fatherhood. Shared from the perspective of a father’s heart, a child will feel their unique and irreplaceable place in their dad’s world as they see and read about how he enjoys spending time with them. All the tender feelings that are shared between dads and their children will be strengthened as you share this lovely book together.
Hardcover, Ages 3-8, 11"x8.5"
The World Can Wait
- For Moms
by Julianne Heywood
Illustrated by Karlie West Denton
Time will come and go; the years will fly away,
but I’m so glad to be here while we enjoy today!
Moms don’t get awards or paychecks for being a mom. They get something even better—time with their children. This sweet book depicts how mothers use all their wonderful talents right at home with their own
beloved children as they fulfill the vital work of motherhood. Shared from the perspective of a mother’s heart, a child will feel their unique and irreplaceable place in her world as they see and read about how
she enjoys spending time with them.
Hardcover, Ages 3-8, 11"x8.5"
There's a Babirusa in My Bathtub
by Maxine Rose Schur
Illustrated by Michael S. Maydak
Did you ever bathe with a babirusa, tangle with a tangalung, meet a matamata, or jump with a jerboa? No?
Then this is the book for you!
In There’s a Babirusa in my Bathtub! you’ll meet little-known animals with habits as odd as their names. You’ll be tickled by poetic fancy and amazing facts.
You’ll jump into a strange and wondrous world of unsung animals from Mexico to Madagascar. Not famous - but fabulous!
Paperback, Ages 7-12, 8.5"x8.5"
Time for Jammies, Lambie
by Carrie Turley
Illustrated by Summer Parico
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It's time to get ready for bed, but Lambie has other plans. Like most little ones, he doesn't want to put away the fun He would rather hide with his dinosaurs, have a dance party, or talk about adventures far and wide,
Lambie's big imagination helps him complete each task in his bedtime routine even though he says, "I DON'T WANT TO!"
Young children have an abundance of energy at the end ogg the day, making bedtime feel like a chore. But with a little creative twist, parents can engage in a personal connection with their child and gently guide them from playtime, through personal hygiene, to a calm, positive tucking in. Time for Jammies, Lambie demonstrates how combining play and bedtime routines can be the answer to a good night's sleep.
Hardcover, Ages 3-8, 11"x8.5"
Uniquely You!
by Randa Canter
Illustrated by Amanda Kriese
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When friends, Parker and Crew, recognize all the ways they are different and the same as each other, their lives become full of new and exciting adventures! Join them on their journey of showing how to be Uniquely You!
Hardcover/Paperback, 11"x8.5" ages 2-8
Use Your Words
by Kim Bushman Aguilar
Illustrated by Spencer Liriano Navarro
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Does your mom every tell you to "USE YOUR WORDS?" Does she remind you to say "THE MAGIC WORDS?" Do you remember what they are? Yep, of course you do! Please and thank you! And guess what? In this book, you'll learn a few more!
From "CLATTER" and "SIZZLE" to "HOPSCOTCH" and "FLIBBERTIGIBBET," USE YOUR WORDS is a book for young, emergent readers (ages 4-7) that teaches vocabulary in a fun, quirky style.
Paperback, Ages 4-7, 8.5"x8.5"
We Found You!
by Tyler Beckstrand
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We Found You! is the story of two people that want to be parents more than anything in the world. But, having a baby can sometimes be hard to do. Join them on their adventures as they take to the seas, climb the highest peaks, and even fly to the moon to find the family they were always meant to have. Together they face heartache and joy in a journey that leads to the beautiful, and selfless, idea called adoption. Parents and children alike will be captivated by the charming rhymes and playful illustrations that share how refusing to give up grew a family.
Hardcover, ages 3-10, 11"x8.5"