What's the wind like today? Is it a feather drifting slowly to the ground or an excited puppy running after a butterfly? A train barreling down the tracks or a helpful hand pushing you along? Winds can be soft, strong, fast, lazy and everything in between -- and readers will encounter them all in this poetic informational picture book as it explores types of wind from breezes to tornadoes.
"Every night, Maria and Lolo draw together. Though she tries, Maria isn't nearly as good as her grandfather. Lolo can draw anything: Lola cooking, sampaguita blooming, maya birds perching. One day, though, things start to change. Lolo does not feel well. And when Maria asks him to draw, he says he needs to rest. Not long after, Lolo begins to forget people's names, and soon he cannot find the words for what he wants. Maria tries to find some way to help Lolo communicate - could their shared love of drawing be the answer?"--Provided by publisher.
Two ancient empires battle for the upper paw in this fascinating true tale from hiss-tory.In the 6th century BCE, Egypt and Persia had been squabbling for years over control of the Fertile Crescent. A trick involving an impostor princess was the straw that broke the camel's back: Persia's king decided to invade Egypt. Only, how could Persia beat the mighty Egyptian army? The answer was right in their laps. Would this turn out to be the purr-fect idea they thought it was? Or would it end in cat-astrophe?J. F. Fox tells the strange and intriguing story of how the Persians used cats to help them win the Battle of Pelusium. Her playful text together with Anna Kwan's dynamic illustrations offer plenty of humor to complement the historical details. Filled with silly cat puns throughout, this third title from the Head-to-Head History series provides an easy-to-read and entertaining way for young people to learn about ancient civilizations. The text and art have been reviewed by an expert for historical accuracy. Notes at the back of the book promote inquiry-based learning by explaining how historians determine what actually happened and ways to separate fact from fiction. A glossary and bibliography are also included.
"Everyone faces loss, and everyone grieves. But grief is as unique as a thumbprint--not everyone grieves the same losses or in the same way. A Guide to Grief covers everything you need to know about death and loss that no one wants to talk about..."--
"Cameron and Lewis Larsen are identical twins living normal, suburban lives...until their mom and dad kill two uninvited guests at a neighborhood barbecue and then disappear. Following cryptic instructions their parents left behind, the twins make their way to a small hotel in Edinburgh. Too conspicuous as twins, they hide by pretending to be one person, each gathering clues on alternate days. The closer they get to the truth, only one thing is clear: Someone is following them. Will they uncover their parents' secrets before their own is discovered?--
"Freya has everything that a young girl could want: a library full of books, lots of marshmallows and a pretty cool crown. But what she wants most in the world is a dragon ... to slay! Nearby, a dragon dreams of one day finding a girl ... to eat!"--
"Rover and Speck have found a new kind of planet to explore: a gas giant. The pair don't know what to expect when they launch themselves from their spaceship, so they're thrilled when they find life there. That is, until shark-like creatures start shooting sparks at them. And things only get worse when Rover is zapped out of commission by one of their bolts, leaving Speck to save the day on his own. Thankfully, Speck makes a new friend, Jelli, who's happy to help him try to avoid the Spark Sharks and get Rover back to their spaceship for a reboot. But will they be able to do it in time?"--
In this highly engaging lift-the-flap story, a young girl gets very, very MAD at her dad. Her emotions take over, and the girl doesn't like the intensity and vastness of her feelings at all.
"On his first day at his new school, Puffin is thrilled when Penguin is assigned to be his buddy - Penguin's the coolest kid in the school! But Puffin quickly learns that the coolest kid is also the busiest kid, especially with Penguin starring as King Midas in the school play. Puffin realizes he's on his own when it comes to making friends - and what better way than joining the stage crew? When a blackout threatens the play's opening night, it's up to Puffin to save the day!"--
"Steve the Horse wants to be exceptional ... you know, like a peacock! His friend Bob tries to reassure him that he's special, but Bob can't seem to think of anything exceptional about him. Steve is discouraged ... That is, until he finds a shiny gold horn in the forest. Obviously, somebody left this exceptional horn for him to find! He ties it to his head and prances off to show his friends. Who's exceptional now? Steve, that's who! Only, as Steve's friends make clear, dressing up and showing off are not the answer. Adapted from Kelly Collier's much-loved picture book A Horse Named Steve, this early graphic novel will delight slightly older readers with its silly, laugh-out-loud story about self-esteem and what really makes someone special."--
"Serenity and her brother Big Ed are making their way through the bush to go fishing at Hawk River. Along the path, Big Ed explains that it's called Hawk River because the Hawks, Gekek, are the Keepers of the river and their Protectors. 'They see things far off in the distance, things we can't,' he tells Serenity. When they arrive at the river and Big Ed finds himself in danger, Serenity must follow the Hawk and listen to her own intuition to come to her brother's rescue"
"Veena loves her home, especially spending time in the kitchen learning how to make roti. But everything changes when India suddenly becomes free from British rule, and the country is to be divided in two according to religion. Fearing for their safety, Veena's family flees in the middle of the night. They make their way to a dusty and crowded refugee camp, where life is difficult and her family struggles. Even the roti is different from what Veena remembers from home. She wants to do something to bring hope and comfort to the people at the camp. By making them tasty roti, maybe Veena can use her skills to lift everyone's spirits"--
"Here's the definitive guide to getting started in activism for every kid who's eager to make a difference. In a world where so many causes need time and attention, it can be hard to know where to start - enter Gen Z activist Charlene Rocha, who started out at #FridaysforFuture climate strikes and since then has made a place for herself at rallies and workshops for all kinds of causes. With co-author Mary Beth Leatherdale, an award-winning, bestselling author, Charlene demystifies activism for budding social justice advocates. This important and timely handbook takes a friendly and fun approach, encouraging readers to bring their own passions and interests to their activism. Information is presented in chunks and sidebars, with engaging quizzes, prompts, tips, interviews, and more. From choosing a cause, researching and connecting with others to organizing fundraisers and attending protests, all stages of working for change are explained, in a supportive tone, by a peer who s been there. Along the way, readers will benefit from practical tips for everything from sending emails to leading a team, and will learn about essential topics such as intersectionality, privilege, allyship and much more. A must-have guide for kids who are passionate about improving the world around them"--
"Today, Alex is going to help her friend Atticus spot a real tiger in the wild. Atticus has never seen a tiger before, but Alex knows everything about tigers. She's even made her own field guide about them, which she uses to explain to Atticus what to look for: stripes, big teeth, nocturnal! But each new fact only leads Atticus to a different (and wrong) animal! When he hopefully asks, "Is this a tiger?" he's disappointed to discover that, though it meets the criteria, it's not! Will these two intrepid explorers ever manage to find a tiger?"--
"When Willa and Wade see a bird fly by, they feel the pull of the sky. But Willa is an ostrich and Wade is a penguin. Can they reach their lofty goal? In this first book of a new graphic novel series for early readers, two dreamers try different ways -- from pirouettes to pogo sticks -- to get off the ground."--
"This updated edition of Rosemary Sadlier's bestselling and award-winning The Kids Book of Black Canadian History has been reimagined for a new generation of young readers and includes topics from Canada's legacy of slavery to global impacts of the Black Lives Matter movement. A celebration of the incredible history, achievements and contributions of Black people and communities in Canada, this essential book is necessary reading for all Canadians."--
"Floof from planet Ploof has landed! And it's the reader's job to welcome him to Earth in this sweet, silly interactive picture book. Guided by scientist Dr. Greta Goodnote, who's been studying Floof's kind for years, readers will get to know this adorably fluffy alien by learning how to give a Ploofian hello, pointing out where cute animals (Floof's favorite!) are hiding, and trying to blow the clouds away so Floof doesn't get rained on. But when he does ... watch out, he's going to poof! Now what?"--
"On a hot summer day, two brothers prowling the strip mall parking lot find a parked car as a big as a whale and climb in. Armed with a bag full of fries, the boys lure seagulls to them, seeking adventure and longing to see the ocean. Together, they can go anywhere their imaginations can take them. The fastest way there is through the clouds. Lyrical text by Dorson Plourde and expressive, saturated art by Isabella Fassler combine in this evocative ode to the freedom of summer. Perfectly capturing the mood of a languid summer day, Garbage Gulls tells the story of so many children in North America, who don't spend their summers at camps, beaches or the boardwalk -- and who instead take flight through their own imaginations."--
"When Croc sleeps in one morning, he rushes out the door so he won't be late for work; leaving no time to eat breakfast. When he fails to grab a bite before his shift as a ferry boat, his growling hunger starts making his passengers look like tasty treats. This laugh-out-loud cautionary tale will be gobbled up by anyone who's ever missed a meal."--
Grace Carter's mother - the celebrity news anchor GG Carter - is everything Grace is not. GG is a star, with a flawless wardrobe and a following of thousands, while Grace - an aspiring astrophysicist - is into stars of another kind. She and her mother have always been in different orbits.Then one day GG is just ... gone. Cameras descend on their house, news shows speculate about what might have happened and Grace's family struggles to find a new rhythm as they wait for answers.While the authorities unravel the mystery behind GG's disappearance, Grace grows closer to her high school's golden boy, Mylo, who has faced a black hole of his own. She also uncovers some secrets from her mother's long-lost past. The more Grace learns, the more she wonders. Did she ever really know her mother? Was GG abducted ... or did she leave? And if she left, why?Author Ria Voros (Nobody's Dog, The Opposite of Geek) reaches for the stars here, deftly combining mystery with a passion for science and themes of mother-daughter bonds, celebrity, first love and best friendship.Facts about astronomy and astrophysics are seamlessly woven into the story and are supplemented by an interview with real-life astrophysicist Elizabeth Tasker, making this the perfect book for readers who love STEM. And even readers who don't have stars in their eyes will love this smart, suspenseful, relatable and literary novel.
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