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Written by an Australian living in the US, Quacks Like a Duck is a celebration of finding your people anywhere you go…even if it’s in costume and on the other side of the world.

While many parenting strategies focus solely on what affects children, the CASTLE Method approaches both parents and children as unique individuals in need of active learning, growth, love, and care-because the heart of any castle is the entire family. In The C.A.S.T.L.E. Method, Dr. Phil's resident parenting expert Donna Tetreault provides her professional and personal experience in raising children, along with the seven foundational, evidence-based principles that form the CASTLE Method: compassion, acceptance, security, trust, love, expectations plus education. This gentle guide simplifies the parent-education dilemma by organizing professional research that can be adapted to any circumstance. As you learn the tools you'll need to build a strong foundation, you will be empowered to create the best version of yourself, your children, and your family. Your castle will be a place for your children to thrive and feel safe and loved. The journey to build your strong family foundation begins now.

Rumble, grumble, groan, growl, whoosh, swoosh, creak, squeak, tip tap, pitter-patter, splitter, splatter. The crescendo builds. With baton in hand, a little girl conducts a majestic symphony with the sounds of a summer rainstorm. The whoosh of wind and the toccata of raindrops make a grand concert. With gorgeous mixed-media illustrations that juxtapose the gathering storm outside with the music inside the girl's imagination, this celebration of the music of nature will leave readers breathless until the final bow.

What happens when a mother and her 16-year-old son drop everything to bike across the country? On the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail, they struggle up hills in the pouring rain, they feel soreness in muscles they didn't know they had, and they learn more about each other than they ever knew before. When licensed clinical therapist and self-proclaimed "reluctant adventurer" Leah Day felt herself drifting from her son, Oakley, she decided to make a drastic play to reconnect. In this memoir chronicling the journey of a lifetime, Leah and Oakley find that if they can push themselves to accomplish physically exhausting and emotionally taxing milestones on a bike, they are capable of anything!

Summer hike in the city What do I see? One splashing fountain. Two squirrels in a tree. Take a stroll through the city in summer and experience the sights, sounds, colors, and smells of the multitude of different holidays we celebrate in the summer. From Bastille Day to the Fourth of July, everyone has a reason to celebrate. With simple rhymes, a counting pattern, and stunning papercraft art reminiscent of Ezra Jack Keats, this diverse board book is the perfect introduction to the cultural melting pot that makes the city so special.

I feel happy! I feel angry. I feel silly! Teaching children how to name their feelings is the first step toward helping them express those feelings appropriately and feeling empathy for the feelings of others. From artist Larissa Honsek, the creator of Opposites and Let's Move!, comes a new cast of colorful clay characters to teach toddlers about emotions because we all have big feelings.

Take a journey with Jana Rushforth, illustrator behind the Instagram phenomenon @wordfindersclub. Hike through the lakes and mountains of the mind to discover your inner strength and your capacity for growth. This chunky mini book is the perfect gift for anyone on a quest for joy.

A is for armadillo B is for bedrock C is for cactus . . . With E for erosion, I for iguana, and P for prickly pear, going from A to Z has never been more fun in the sun! Take an alphabetized trip through the dunes and discover the plants, animals, and weather patterns that make the deserts of the world so amazing!

Sunshine is for soaking up, and seeds are meant for sowing. Raindrops give small sprouts a drink, and gardens are for growing. In this tender poem, the love between a father and daughter blossoms alongside the seeds they plant together. As the garden grows, the daughter grows from a toddler to a teen and finally to a woman with a child of her own. The cottagecore illustrations beautifully connect the seasons of nature with the seasons of life, where new beginnings abound.Spring is meant for brand new starts, and hearts are meant for knowing. Homes are made to call you back where gardens are for growing.

"And they lived mommy ever after," the mommy whispered to her baby. "Because we are not always going to feel happy, but I am always going to be your mommy." A daughter grows from a tiny infant to a young girl, and the years bring all the natural changes and accompanying emotions. Some emotions are big and scary. But the one constant in the little girl's life is her mother and her magical stories. These stories stories teach her about her uniqueness, about her kindness, and about her power to face the inevitable darkness in life. But when she's on her own, away from her mother, can she share her light? It's never too early to teach children how to recognize and accept emotions like fear, sadness, and loneliness. Through gorgeous illustrations of the real and fantasy worlds in which children always coexist, Mommy Ever After explores the difficult idea that we won't always be happy, but we can always be brave and we can always be kind.

He is the king. He leads his family, his troop. His silver back shows his age and experience. He guides them through thick forests and steep mountains. The majestic mountain gorillas live in family groups, led by a powerful silverback. Juxtaposing the apes' awesome strength and surprising gentleness, He Leads tells the story of family loyalty and love. With stunning, lifelike illustrations and facts on each page, this beautiful picture book is a monument to these endangered gentle giants.

Axolotls getting up emerging from the rocks they're getting ready for their day- woken by their clocks. Spend a day with the cutest smiling amphibians in their anthropomorphized world. Exercise with Flexolotl. Go to work with Lumberjaxalotl. Groove to the music with Saxolotl, and so many more! With silly wordplay and hilarious illustrations, Axolotls: Day to ZZZ is the perfect booxalotl for clever kids (and parents)!

Winner of the 2022 Moonbeam Spirit Award Bronze Board BookROAR! Dinosaurs don't wear shirts! Every parent knows the struggle of getting a child dressed and out the door. But with a cast of hilariously coiffed dinosaurs to teach toddlers how to stomp their feet into pant legs and reach their claws into shirts, getting dressed becomes a game. With this playful companion to How to Potty Train a Dinosaur, your little dino lover will beg to join in the fun and get dressed like a dinosaur!

"If you judge people, you have no time to love them."-Mother Teresa With gorgeous, detailed illustrations and simple text, this chunky board book with a sweet finger puppet of the nun who inspired the world with her kindness lets your child step into Mother Teresa's shoes as she helps the poor and hungry. You, too, can be kind like Mother Teresa! Through reading and play, Finger Puppet Heroes inspire children to acquire the attributes and talents of the world's greatest figures.

On a cool spring day in a nest on a branch, a tiny star found himself all alone on a pink and white blossoming apple tree, rooted upon an old field of green. In a lilting, poetic style paired with brilliant illustrations, The Star Jumped Over the Moon tells the story of a star who lives in an apple tree but desperately wishes to shine in the night sky. But how? Through the seasons, the star and the apple tree grow, facing the inevitability of change, until the star finds the courage to jump.

1 in 8 women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime, but this is not just another cancer book. Breast cancer survivor Kim Harms combines her own experience with extensive research and walks readers through the process of mastectomy and breast reconstruction, weighing the pros and cons, detailing the physical and emotional costs, and laying out the questions cancer fighters need to ask to be their own best advocate. With a foreword by the medical director of Katzmann Breast Center and chapters on everything from the vulnerable feeling of exposing your breasts to "everyone" to the distinctions between reconstruction and augmentation (trust us, it's not a boob job!), Life Reconstructed is the compassionate, honest roadmap every breast cancer fighter needs on her journey to recovery.

All aboard! This noisy train is leaving the station! Every car on the 56" fold-out train celebrates a different style of music, along with the instruments and styles that make it so unique. Jam with the jazz cats in one train car, break dance with the rappers on another, and belt with the opera soprano on another! With hilarious characters you just might recognize and clever details for young readers to spot, this book-and-toy combination is sure to be a hit with both music lovers and young listeners just finding their tune.

A is for astronaut B is for black hole C is for constellation . . . With O for orbit, L for lunar rover, and N for Neptune, going from A to Z has never been more fun! Blast off on an alphabetized flight through the cosmos and discover the planets, spacecraft, and phenomena that make outer space so amazing!

On this birthday, remember who's giving to who, because the best gift of all, is when you gave me YOU. Award-winning poet and artist Clay Rice brings his signature papercut style to this tender birthday affirmation of positive praise for a special child. Amidst the presents and candles, this gorgeous picture book reminds the child that they are the greatest gift! It's your playful spirit and creative spark. And your sweet soul and loving heart. You shine like the sun in all that you do, you gave me a gift when you gave me you.

2023 Storytelling World Award honoreeLong ago when the world was very young, the birds did not get along. They were always fighting about who was better. Beaks pecking! Feathers flying! Squawks and screeches everywhere! Little Quail feels lost in all the noise, but with each bird trying to outdo the others, Quail bravely takes an unexpected approach. In this delightful take on a Burmese folktale from award-winning storyteller Noa Baum and illustrated by renowned ecologist and artist Zev Labinger, watch the power of kindness change the world.

From the popular Instagram account @oliviaherrickdesign comes a collection of designs for every stage of your success journey. Each page will include Olivia's reflections, meditations, and encouragements for daily life-all designed in the unique and modern style Olivia has become known for. If you're feeling down on yourself, not sure where to start, or already on the road to success, there is a page for you. This chunky mini book is the perfect gift for anyone starting a new journey!

"If all the world hated you and believed you wicked, while your own conscience approved of you and absolved you from guilt, you would not be without friends." Charlotte Brontë's classic Gothic novel comes to life for children! Wheels, pull tabs, and other interactive elements invite kids to hide with Jane in the window-seat and help her solve the mystery of Thornfield Manor. Much more than a primer, Lit for Little Hands: Jane Eyre tells the actual story in simple, engaging prose, and fans of the novel will be delighted by the book's attention to detail and clever use of original dialogue and first-person POV. And the book's use of super-sturdy board means everyone can enjoy this tale of suspense and romance over . . . and over . . . and over again!

Turmeric gives traditional curry its vibrant flavor and yellow color, but did you know this spice has been used medicinally in India for centuries? Research suggests turmeric can improve brain function, tame heartburn, prevent inflammation, and provide many other health benefits. Millions of people are turning away from the harsh effects of modern solutions and back to the gentle but powerful benefits of nature's oldest remedies. In her 101 Amazing Uses series, Susan Branson, a holistic nutritional consultant, expertly outlines 101 incredible uses for everyday ingredients like garlic, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and coconut oil. Each book is divided into tabbed sections filled with a total of 101 easy-to-read, bite-size benefits for everything from health to beauty to household cleaning. Promote healthy skin, reduce stress, boost your metabolism, tenderize meat, and more with these simple, accessible, natural solutions!

Aloe vera isn't just for sunburns! The familiar gel from aloe vera plants has amazing antimicrobial and antibacterial properties that stretch far beyond skincare. From managing diabetes and fighting viruses to stimulating the immune system and preventing tumor growth, aloe vera is a miracle plant! Mahatma Gandhi even credited aloe vera with helping him maintain his strength through long periods of fasting!Millions of people are turning away from the harsh effects of modern solutions and back to the gentle but powerful benefits of nature's oldest remedies. In her 101 Amazing Uses series, Susan Branson, a holistic nutritional consultant, expertly outlines 101 incredible uses for aloe vera, apple cider vinegar, ginger, essential oils, and more. Each book is divided into tabbed sections filled with a total of 101 easy-to-read, bite-sized benefits for everything from health to beauty to household cleaning. Promote healthy skin, reduce stress, boost your metabolism, tenderize meat, and more with these simple, accessible, natural solutions.

Honey: this sweet, golden nectar with a low glycemic index has made a big comeback as a natural sweetener. But honey isn't just to sweeten your tea! Its incredible health benefits range from treating anemia to increasing calcium absorption to fighting off colds! Holistic nutritional consultant Susan Branson provides 101 useful-and scientifically documented-reasons to add honey to your diet and daily life. Millions of people are turning away from the harsh effects of modern solutions and back to the gentle but powerful benefits of nature's oldest remedies. In her 101 Amazing Uses series, Susan Branson, a holistic nutritional consultant, expertly outlines 101 incredible uses for apple cider vinegar, ginger, essential oils, coconut oil, and more. Each book is divided into tabbed sections filled with a total of 101 easy-to-read, bite-sized benefits for everything from health to beauty to household cleaning. Promote healthy skin, reduce stress, boost your metabolism, tenderize meat, and more with these simple, accessible, natural solutions.

Colorful clay characters invite children to learn about their bodies through movement. Wave your arms! Lift your legs! Open your hands and cover your eyes! You won't be able to stay in your seat for this engaging movement primer. From the creator of Opposites comes another colorful board book for children learning what their bodies can do!

A is for agriculture B is for barn C is for cow . . . Yeehaw! With I for irrigation, O for orchard, and T for tractor, going from A to Z has never been more fun! Take an alphabetized trip to the country and discover the plants, animals, and places you'll see down on the farm!