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1) Kid owner
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"When Ryan learns his estranged father left him the Dallas Cowboys in his will, it is all Ryan can do to keep his dad's other son from snatching the team away"--
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Ariel es perfecto. No. Ariel quiere ser perfecto.
Estudiante modelo, deportista aplicado, primer violín, voluntariados, todo lo que sea necesario para ingresar a la universidad de sus sueños. Nada más ni nada menos que Harvard. Hasta que un colapso de estrés, una mala calificación en un examen y un tutor de Cálculo que parece salido de un sueño, entran a la ecuación para recordarle que en su afán de perfección está olvidándose de lo más...
4) Chef
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Meet Charlotte the Chef! An awesome woman with a restaurant full of customers to feed.
In this great book we meet Charlotte. Describing in a colorful and fun way her daily tasks, while encouraging young girls to seek whatever life goal they dream about when they grow up.
Filled with vibrant eye-catching illustrations. Charlotte presents herself using show-and-tell., giving us a glimpse into her amazing job and how she runs a successful restaurant.
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The book reveals seven important keys to running a successful online business. It gives moms useful advice and proven methods to help them find their way in the world of online business. For those who want to run a successful online business, this book covers a wide range of important topics, from the basics of e-commerce to more advanced business methods.The book also talks about how important freedom and options are when running an online business....
6) Programmer
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Meet Paige the Programmer! Paige is clever and creative, and she writes code for software that we use every day for work and fun. Would you like to hear her story?
Using vibrant artwork and a show-and-tell narrative, Paige's story will introduce young readers to a modern tech professional and how her talents affect our lives for the better.
Like a Girl: Programmer is part of a series that aims to boost young girls' self esteem, and to teach them...
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This book talks about a soldier who is stationed abroad, inspiring and empowering less fortunate children by giving hope. My Soldier and I shows the empathy of a soldier who demonstrates selfless service by empowering, sharing, and caring for children on an island. This soldier meets a little boy who he inspires and now wants to become a soldier. This book is an amazing and uplifting story of sacrifice soldiers make and their undying efforts to help...
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Rusty wants to buy the latest action video game but does not have enough money. He learns about earning his own money by opening his own business and becoming a young entrepreneur. Rusty's Lemonade Stand helps young readers learn about owning their own business and discusses the importance of family, ethics, and responsibility. This book is part of the BizEBunch books that help children ages 7 to 14 Read, Learn and Do about life, family and business....
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What do you want to be when you grow up? That is the question tackled head-on in this third installment in the Dreary & Naughty series. Dreary undergoes some remedial instruction from his father on what it means to be the harbinger of human demise and, in the process, reaffirms that he's not on the right path to the future he wants. Naughty explores a similar matter with her father, who is visibly disappointed in his daughter's intentions about her...
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Beginning readers will be continually, engaged as they find answers to questions regarding firefighters and how, they put out fires. Vibrant illustrations give readers a detailed look at a fire station while learning fun facts about the people who fight fires. This educational and exciting book uses a fictionalized approach to present a fire station and the people who work there through the eyes of a relatable child. Easy-to-follow text helps readers...
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In "How to Build a Successful Career in the Gig Economy," readers will discover practical strategies for thriving in the world of freelance and contract work. This comprehensive guide offers valuable insights on finding and securing gig opportunities, including tips on setting competitive rates, navigating contract negotiations, and effectively marketing oneself to potential clients. Whether you're a seasoned freelancer or just starting out, this...
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The story revolves around asking children, "How do you want to live when you grow up?" instead of asking them "What do you want to be when you grow up?" In changing this one question, we open up a whole new world of possibilities for our children. In the story, there is a very entrepreneur-based family that passes on important principles to their daughter. Things like the importance of working hard and helping others is mentioned continuously. We...
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Children are economists, it's time to chat about it!
Economics is the study of choices people make to be happy. Kids do this each day when they decide which shirt to wear, which TV show to watch or what to eat for lunch. In making these choices, they are using the economic principles of scarcity, supply, demand, opportunity costs and diminishing returns. Now is the perfect time to chat with your child about economics and prominent economist Dr. Arthur...
17) When I Grow Up
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One day at playgroup, Peppa Pig and her friends play dress up and imagine what they would like to be when they grow up. Emily Elephant would like to be a teacher and Suzy Sheep might be a doctor. But what about Peppa? She isn't sure what she wants to be -- but she does know her favorite thing in the whole world...
18) My car
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Sam describes in loving detail his car and how he drives it.
19) Maya Cleans Up
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Maya is excited to learn how to make her own bars of soap with the help of her grandpa Theo, an inventor. But after she makes soap of every color and scent, what will she do with it all? Maya decides to sell it. But selling soap isn't nearly as much fun as making it. Will Maya find a use for all of the soap she's made? Activity tips included. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
20) I'm a Librarian
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The Tinyville Town preschool series stacks up in a whole new way with the addition of the fourth volume, I'm a Librarian-the latest board book to feature one of the many diverse residents of the charming town. In I'm a Librarian, readers get to know the town librarian as he helps a little boy find a favorite book. As the search progresses, fans of the series will recognize many other residents of Tinyville Town also visiting the library.
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