"The One and Only Ivan: A Newbery Award Winner


The #1&nbspNew York Times&nbspbestselling and Newbery Award-winning novel&nbspThe One and Only Ivan&nbspis now a major motion picture streaming on Disney+This&nbspunforgettable novel from renowned author Katherine Applegate celebrates the transformative power of unexpected friendship. Inspired by the true story of a captive gorilla known as Ivan, this illustrated book is told from the point of view of Ivan himself.&nbspHaving spent twenty-seven years behind the glass walls of his enclosure in a shopping mall, Ivan has grown accustomed to humans watching him. He hardly ever thinks about his life in the jungle. Instead, Ivan occupies himself with television, his friends Stella and Bob, and painting. But when he meets Ruby, a baby elephant taken from the wild, he is forced to see their home, and his art, through new eyes.In the tradition of timeless stories like&nbspCharlotte's Web&nbspand&nbspStuart Little, Katherine Applegate blends humor and poignancy to create an unforgettable story 
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"Super Interesting Facts For Smart Kids: 1272 Fun Facts About Science, Animals, Earth and Everything in Between


Did you know that only around a quarter of the Sahara Desert is covered in sand? And did you know that cash machines in Vatican City have an option to read their instructions in Latin? Did you know tug-of-war and rope climbing used to be official Olympic sports?There is no denying that the world is super interesting, and these Super Interesting Facts for Smart Kids prove precisely that!This fascinating book brings you a total of 1272 facts &#8211 covering every subject from science to sport, sea creatures to stars, and kings and queens to reptiles and amphibians &#8211 in a wild ride of extraordinary information, guaranteed to surprise and amaze even the smartest kids!Twelve chapters divide these amazing facts into themed sections such as: Space, Sport, History, Geography, Sport, Science, Words and Language, and The Arts.Each chapter is then split into several smaller sections, so readers can explore the world in even more detail!And a final Pot Luck section covers anything and 
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"Bunny the Brave War Horse: Based on a True Story


Award-winning nonfiction author Elizabeth MacLeod brings a slice of World War I history to life in this poignant picture book. It is based on the true story of a police horse named Bunny and his riders, brothers Bud and Thomas Dundas, sent to the European front as part of the 9th Battery Canadian Field Artillery. This quietly but powerfully told tale explores many of the actual on-the-ground hardships WWI soldiers endured, including a gas attack, wounded and killed comrades, exploding bombs and episodes of severe hunger. By focusing on the tender relationship between Bunny and the brothers and showing how he was able to provide comfort to the soldiers, the author makes the grim details easier for young readers to absorb. The somber palette employed by illustrator Marie Lafrance in her rich, distinctive and detailed artwork --- all on two-page spreads --- provides the appropriate level of seriousness. As a bonus, the author has provided a brief historical recap at the end that 
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"Louise Bourgeois (Volume 48) (Little People, BIG DREAMS, 48)


In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Louise Bourgeois, the inspiring French-American sculptor and installation artist. When Louise was a little girl, her mother died. She learned to express her feelings through drawing&#8212and when she grew up, she turned these drawings into sculpture, confronting her own fears through art. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the artist's life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are 
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"Alias Anna: A True Story of Outwitting the Nazis


A Sydney Taylor Book Award 2023 Middle Grade Notable! A Jewish Book Council Award Middle Grade Finalist! The moving true story of how young Ukrainian Jewish piano prodigies Zhanna (alias Anna&#8221) and her sister Frina outplayed their pursuers while hiding in plain sight during the Holocaust. A middle grade nonfiction novel-in-verse by award-winning author Susan Hood with Greg Dawson (Zhanna&#8217s son).She wouldn&#8217t be Zhanna. She&#8217d use an alias. A for Anna. A for alive.When the Germans invade Ukraine, Zhanna, a young Jewish girl, must leave behind her friends, her freedom, and her promising musical future at the world&#8217s top conservatory. With no time to say goodbye, Zhanna, her sister Frina, and their entire family are removed from their home by the Nazis and forced on a long, cold, death march. When a guard turns a blind eye, Zhanna flees with nothing more than her musical talent, her beloved sheet music, and her father&#8217s final plea: I don&#8217t care what you 
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"The Story of Jackie Robinson: A Biography Book for New Readers (The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers)


Read more Read more Learn more about the life of Jackie Robinson: As a boy, Jackie played all kinds of ball Baseball, basketball, football, dodgeball? whatever the game, Jackie wanted to play, and other kids wanted to play with him. At school, children would share their lunches with him if he agreed to join their team. It wasn?t easy being a Black sports player at the time Black players were not treated kindly or fairly. Some white people wanted to keep sports segregated, so Black and white players could not play together. Jackie knew things needed to change. Jackie used his talent to create change He built up his baseball skills as he played for segregated Black baseball leagues. Then, Jackie was asked to play for the Brooklyn Dodgers, which would make him the first Black player on a white team. He helped bring Black and white players together Once Jackie broke the color barrier, more Black players were signed to major league teams. Jackie decided to retire from baseball to fight 
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"Polka Dot Parade: A Book About Bill Cunningham


Beautifully rendered and told, the book brings to life the work of a gifted 20th-century artist whose creative vision will always be in vogue. Kirkus Reviews, Starred reviewThis is a moving and impassioned picture book about the iconic fashion photographer Bill Cunningham that will inspire young readers to go discover their own ideas of beauty and embolden the world with their own creativity!He found sheer poetryin the drape of an evening dress,delightin the swoosh of a knife-pleated skirt,and sartorial splendorin Jazz Age garb.Every day, Bill Cunningham pedaled his bike through New York City searching for beauty. As he took picture after picture, Bill found beauty not in people, but in their clothes. Drawn to bold and creative choices, Bill's photos captured the attention of the New York Times. He traveled to Paris for Fashion Week, and admiration for his work grew. With his sense of creativity and daringness, his own personal style of photography came to be known as street art 
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"The Moth Keeper: (A Graphic Novel)


Being a Moth Keeper is a huge responsibility and a great honor, but what happens when the new Moth Keeper decides to take a break from the moon and see the sun for the first time? From the author of the beloved Tea Dragon Society comes a must-read for fans of the rich fantasies of Hayao Miyazaki and the magical adventures of Witch Hat Atelier.Anya is finally a Moth Keeper, the protector of the lunar moths that allow the Night-Lily flower to bloom once a year. Her village needs the flower to continue thriving and Anya is excited to prove her worth and show her thanks to her friends with her actions, but what happens when being a Moth Keeper isn&#8217t exactly what Anya thought it would be?Night after night, it is lonely in the desert, with only one lantern for light. Still, Anya is eager to prove her worth, to show her thanks to her friends and her village. But is it worth the cost? And yet something isn&#8217t right. When Anya glimpses the one thing that could destroy what she&#8217s 
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"The Great Big Fun Workbook for Minecrafters: Grades 1 & 2: An Unofficial Workbook


What do children love? Minecraft! What will make them love math, reading, handwriting? Learning them with Minecraft!This giant kid-friendly workbook features well-loved video game characters and settings to encourage kids to learn principles of math, reading, and handwriting. Colorfully illustrated pages bring their most beloved video game to life and entice learners (even the most reluctant ones) to take part in an educational adventure. With practice pages and content spanning across subjects, they&#8217ll find everything they need to develop their education and their confidence in the classroom. Included within this book:Handwriting skillsClear stroke formation guidelines to support learningUppercase and lowercase letter practiceMinecrafting-themed word and sentence practice for added skill buildingMath skillsAddition and subtraction skillsWord problemsMath factsLearning shapes, time, money, charts, tables, graphs, and moreReading skillsPhonicsSpeechVocabularyReading 
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"Audrey Hepburn (Volume 7) (Little People, BIG DREAMS, 7)


In this international bestseller from the beloved Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Audrey Hepburn, the iconic Hollywood movie star. Audrey Hepburn grew up in Arnhem in the Netherlands. After living through the hardships of World War Two, she moved to study ballet in London. She went on to star in plays and films, eventually becoming one of the most iconic actresses of all time. This moving&nbspbook features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the actress's&nbsplife.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in 
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