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Rather than focusing on going to bed—and what kid wants to think about going to bed?—this book explores all of the dreamy, wonderful, strange things the next day might bring. Whimsical, witty, and hopeful, Tomorrow Most Likely is a revolutionary rewriting of a classic goodnight book from bestselling author Dave Eggers and award-winning illustrator Lane Smith.

Tired of life in a noisy city, a group of magicians gathers together and POOF!—they create their very own town. Being rather self-centered, they elect themselves to various positions in the town. When the voting is over, every magician has been elected to office; everyone, that is, except young Abracadabra Bartholomew Brown. Why not Bartholomew? Because he stutters, which causes some people to tease him and think less of him.

Wenn Elefanten schlafwandeln und Fledermäuse Angst im Dunkeln haben, bringt Ignaz ein schlafloses Tier nach dem anderen ins Bett. Denn auf Ignaz Igel ist immer Verlass! Auch für den tierischen Nachwuchs im Zoo ist er da und findet Lösungen, wenn das Ameisenbärmädchen keine Ameisen mag und das Seehundkind nicht schwimmen will. Und beim großen Weihnachtsfest im Zoo kommen nach einigen Turbulenzen dank Ignaz doch noch alle Tiere zusammen und teilen ihre Geschenke miteinander. Denn geteilte Freude ist doch die schönste Freude!

Who is the Nozzlewock? Why should we beware of it—and of the dragon who knows its secrets?In this story, you’ll meet a wild array of characters, including ghost guppies and the brave girl who creates them; Stan the Slouching Man™ who’ll teach you black belt slouching; oozing dinosaurs called Squishosaurs, and a dragon you shouldn’t try to trick … You—and many of the characters—will also meet the mysterious Nozzlewock.

Three starred reviews! A girl with cerebral palsy navigates loss, grief, and the aftermath of trauma following a school shooting in a world that wasn’t built for her in this “intimate, lyrical” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) novel in verse from Jamie Sumner, the acclaimed author of...

Snowflakes, sleds, and skates are just the beginning of the joys of winter.

From lemonade in the shade to picnics in the park, summer is all around us.

Whenever I'm tired of being me I swing around like a chimpanzee. Are you tired of being you? Here's a whole bookful of things you can do! There are rhymes to make you wriggle and giggle, shrug and sigh, snap like a crocodile and slither like a snake. Julia Donaldson's verse jumps off the page...

A sensitive middle grade novel in verse about a space-obsessed girl who dreams of becoming an astronaut — and begins to see the world differently when a substitute teacher enters her orbit. Luna has always loved the night sky. She's an eleven-year-old who knows everything there is to know...

In this enchanting children’s book, young listeners embark on a delightful journey through vibrant verses that spark creativity and inspire imagination. Through whimsical rhymes and playful rhythms, children are encouraged to explore the depths of their surreal imagination, fostering language development, emotional expression, and cognitive growth.

“Each poem is as raw as it is beautiful.” —Alex Gino, author of ALA Stonewall Award-winning novel Melissa For fans of Too Bright to See by Kyle Lukoff, a poignant novel in verse about a trans girl with ADHD who plays a computer game to process the isolation of middle school, her...

Congraduations! is a collection of poems, for young adults, that explore the perspectives of a school leaver: Looking back on their school years, Looking forward to possibilities, and Ready to navigate life! Each story supports that grown-up kid who, at this moment in life, finds themselves standing between yesterday, today and tomorrow. This book is an ideal gift for anyone you’re proud of, finishing up and moving on.

In this rollicking, rhyming book, a pair of siblings who are supposed to be in bed discover a jazz band playing in their basement.

George is so excited for the holidays until he spots something below, A small circle area of hard skin on his foot, will it grow? George missed his holiday last year due to an illness way back, will this verruca on his foot ruin George's holidays again?

George's mom worked in a clothing store, standing up all day long, So proper foot care and foot health could do no wrong; But she cut her toenails the wrong way resulting in a painful toe, she needed to fix the problem, this much she did know.

This delightful audiobook captures the joy of spending a fun-filled day with Grandad. With a gentle, rhyming story, this is the perfect present for every family. Whether for new grandparents, on Father's Day or at any time of the year.

I love my mummy very much, she's great to cuddle, soft to touch! With a gentle, rhyming story, this is an audiobook to be loved, shared and treasured.

Put your coat on the hook, play with friends and join in all the day's activities. Start with show and tell, reading and writing, then playtime, making things and singing. Teacher makes sure every school day is the best! This sweet and simple story follows a typical school day, from morning hello's to hometime.

A fabulously funny take on a classic story from two giants of children’s books! Little Red Riding Hood – who is not-so-little anymore! – is riding her pony through the woods to visit Granny for a picnic and a surprise. Now that she is bigger, she feels much braver than the last time she...

A crucial lesson is delivered in this gentle tale about the importance of not letting strangers into school - even if that stranger is just a furry puppy! Author Becky Coyle learned firsthand how a child's trusting innocence can put them in danger in her role as an elementary school resource officer, and she was inspired to create this School Safety series to explain school safety to young children in a fun and engaging way.