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Author
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Burt was mentally and physically prepared. He checked everything. Again and again. He hesitated. There was something missing-- Oh yes! Refreshment. Not that Burt tried to retreat, no, no, he has just gone for a banana. Maybe if his friends had not all encouraged him, Burt would not dare. But they shouted BURT! because they believed. And it is then, and only then, that Burt felt ready. And he did it.
64) The dot
Author
Language
English
Description
Vashti believes that she cannot draw, but her art teacher's encouragement leads her to change her mind and she goes on to encourage another student who feels the same as she had.
66) The buddy bench
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
On a surprisingly snowy day in Texas, a young student finds himself braving recess alone. That is until he spots a new face sitting on the school's Buddy Bench. After a quick introduction, the two spend their recess discovering fun ways to enjoy the snow. By the end of recess, both kids leave the playground with a brand new friend.
67) Dinosaur farm!
Author
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Join the dinosaurs as they plough the stony soil, feed the sheep, cut the corn in a combine harvester and much more! But what are they preparing all their animals and crops for? And to where are they travelling to their tractor?
68) Mommy time
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Following a day in the life of two rambunctious children and their mom, this warm, revealing picture book builds a bridge of empathy between parent and child and celebrates the value of "Mommy Time."
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Out of print since the 1950s, this Little Golden Book reissue is adapted from an oversized edition of the same title. This holiday story collection by Kathryn Jackson is brought to life by Richard Scarry's illustrations of animals in cute winter clothing having merry, mischievous fun!.
71) Soccer star
Author
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Description
Just in time for the World Cup, an inspiring story of a Brazilian boy who dreams of being a soccer star and the sister who steps in to help his team win a game.
72) Follow me!
Author
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Follow the lemurs, as they chase, hunt, and play.
77) Over the shop
Author
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
"A lonely little girl and her grandparent need to fill the run-down apartment in their building. But taking over the quarters above their store will mean major renovations for the new occupants, and none of the potential renters can envision the possibilities of the space--until one special couple shows up. With their ingenuity, the little girl's big heart, and heaps of hard work, the desperate fixer-upper begins to change in lovely and surprising...
78) Just say boo!
Author
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
Young tricker-treaters learn what to say in different Halloween situations.
79) Thank you, world
Author
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Eight children from eight different countries express their thanks for many special things including the sun that colors the sky, breezes that lift kites, clouds that paint cotton pictures and send rain, and sparkling stars that "shine like Mommy's eyes."
80) Ani's light
Author
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Ani's world has gone dark in his mother's absence, and his family and friends are unable to help, but when Mama finally returns, with her hair missing, her love chases the darkness away. Includes a note to parents and caregivers." --
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