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Whenever James has earned enough money from doing small jobs for his neighbours, he buys himself a new kite. He hangs it in his closet with his other kites, where they remain just as James likes them: safe, tidy, just right. That is, until his little sister discovers them. GG has different ideas about kites, and about keeping things safe and tidy. James'' sure he knows what''s best, but he also loves GG. Is it time for him to reconsider what it means to be ''just right''? This delightful book featuring a special sibling bond offers a wonderful lesson about the joy that can be found in being open to new experiences. It''s perfect for anyone needing a fresh perspective on what''s ''right'', and for any child adjusting to life with a younger sibling.

A young swimmer panics in a crowded community pool, and it feels like there isn''t even any room for her tears. Out of place where she was once at home, the girl swims down, down, into the deepest deep... and embarks on a surrealist journey to the swampy world under the under. As she rests there with her feelings, the girl finds power in embracing who she is - even the swampiest parts. And her triumphant return to the pool inspires the other children to be their truest selves, too. This dreamlike picture book models creative ways for children - and adults - to visualise and understand their big feelings and accept their inner selves. Award-winning illustrator Byron Eggenschwiler is at his imaginative best, delivering art that pairs beautifully with author Dorson Plourde''s poetic magical realism.

Ahoy there! Will this sweet little pirate find his place aboard The Rusty Squid or will he be forced to walk the plank? When Small Saul joins the crew of The Rusty Squid, it doesn''t take long for the other pirates to notice something is very different about this tiny fellow. He was born to sing sea shanties, bake pineapple upside down cakes and redecorate, not to hold a sword and plunder. Being rough and tough just isn''t in his nature. Small Saul learned at Pirate College that pirates only care about three things: their ship, being tough and lots and lots of treasure. Can Small Saul show these ruffians that despite his gentle spirit, he''s worth his weight in gold? With treasure chests of laughs, Small Saul''s high-seas adventure is a light-hearted celebration of individuality, perseverance and being true to one''s self.

When Agent Binky (the space cat) accidentally falls through a screen while he''s chasing an alien (fruit fly) that got inside his space station (house), he and his beloved stuffed mouse, Ted, are catapulted into outer space (outside), and Ted lands right near an alien spaceship (wasp nest)! Though Binky is brought back inside, Ted is left behind - in enemy territory! Knowing he must act quickly, Binky turns to P.U.R.S.T. (Pets of the Universe Ready for Space Travel) for assistance. But will they be able to rescue Ted in time? Binky and his friends are in top (or, rather, over-the-top!) in this hilarious adventure based on the animated TV series Agent Binky: Pets of the Universe and the original Binky Adventure graphic novel series by award-winning, bestselling creator Ashley Spires.

In her early years, Yinfan lives in the small Chinese county of Xintian, surrounded by family members. But when they move for her father''s new job to the city of Guangzhou, her life changes dramatically. Not only does Yinfan need to adjust to a new dialect, but she also has to comply with many new rules at home and in school, and deal with her loneliness. Yinfan yearns to make a good friend, and she does her best to try and fit in. That is, until a girl in her class helps her realise she likes herself just the way she is. This graphic memoir from author and illustrator Yinfan Huang offers a heartwarming look at a girl''s struggle to forge her own identity in her quest for friendship. Full of fascinating details about life as a child and adolescent in 1990s China, it offers a timely message about how the challenges of growing up are universal.

There are lots of things Duncan likes about bedtime - the stories, the pyjamas, the bubblegum-flavored toothpaste... The only thing he doesn''t like is going to sleep. And he''ll do anything he can to avoid it. Until one day, Duncan''s mum has had enough of his stalling. ''Try counting sheep'', she tells him. So, he does. At first, it''s kind of fun. As he counts, each sheep appears, wearing its number like a race car, and leaps over the bed. But then comes Sheep #68, who hesitates. He needs a drink of water before he can jump. Then he has to go to the bathroom. Then he wants to put on running shoes. Will Sheep #68 ever do what he''s supposed to? Kerry Lyn Sparrow''s hilarious picture book story offers a new take on a universal experience. Using delaying tactics to avoid going to sleep at bedtime is a common routine for young children, and they''ll love the sly humour when Duncan''s own tricks get turned on him by the (''sheepish'') sheep. In subtle colours with lots of telling details, Guillaume Perreault''s illustrations bring Duncan''s bedtime rituals and his unexpected sheep guests humorously to life. This book makes a fantastic, funny read-aloud, appealing to both children and adults.

New for fans of the runaway bestseller The Most Magnificent Thing, a story about the ups and downs of working with others.A girl and her dog are ready to make something. She gathers her supplies, and they head to her favorite workspace – only to discover that her neighbor, along with her cat, got there first! Hmm, well, maybe they could make something together? Magnificent idea! So the girl starts cutting, hammering and gluing, while her neighbor considers, measures and calculates. Her neighbor believes in always measuring twice and cutting once, but the girl thinks that takes way too long. Tensions start to rise as it becomes clear they have very different styles of working. And even different ideas about exactly what they’re making! Can they ever work things out as a team?Blending humor with empathy to strike just the right note, Ashley Spires perfectly captures the emotional ups and downs of working with others in this celebration of collaboration in the creative process. As the girl perseveres through technical and emotional challenges, she learns that mistakes don’t mean failure and setbacks are just part of the route to success. This amusing and inspiring picture book is part of the Most Magnificent franchise that includes books, a TV series and an award-winning short film. The series is a favorite among educators because of its growth mindset focus, and this title highlights another important theme in the classroom: teamwork.

When a speedy squirrel and a slow-moving sloth discover they want different things from their vacation, things do not go smoothly, but solving problems together is what counts.Finding a destination that best friends Sloth and Squirrel can agree on for their vacation is tough, until they learn that Paradise Park has ”Something for Everyone!“ Perfect! While Sloth happily lazes on the sand, Squirrel enjoys rock climbing, kayaking, paragliding, ziplining … until he starts to miss Sloth, and heads back to find him. Meanwhile, Sloth, finished with his nap, is missing Squirrel, and begins searching for him — in all the places Squirrel has just been! Will the friends ever have fun together?Young readers will appreciate how the two lovable, mismatched friends always find a way to work things out. This endearing story makes a funny and engaging read-aloud, offering lessons on caring for others and being adaptable.

Nansi has never lost a race... until snobby Tania beats her in an unofficial event. Surely it''s Tania''s flashy shoes that gave her the edge. Nansi has to get a pair before the track tryouts! But how will she kick up 338 dollars? Incorporating Jamaican culture and the West African trickster character, Anansi, debut author Carl Brundtland has created an endearingly self-absorbed heroine who always goes the distance - even if it''s the wrong way. With award-winning illustrator Claudia Davila''s expressive art, Way Off Track hits the ground running with humour, hijinks and a whole lot of heart.

Binky the space cat is on duty, keeping watch for any aliens (bugs) attempting to breach his space station (house). Wait, there''s one (caterpillar) on the windowsill! Hmm, false alarm. It''s moving too slowly to be a threat. Except, over the next few days, it gets bigger. And bigger. Then, it builds itself a spaceship (cocoon) and emerges as a colourful flitting alien (butterfly) that - oh, no! - flies directly into the space station! It''s time for Binky and his crew (other pets) to contact P.U.R.S.T. (Pets of the Universe Ready for Space Travel) headquarters. Just like the original early graphic novel series, this TV tie-in series is full of high-camp drama, silly wordplay and delightful physical comedy. Bye Bye, Butterfly is perfect for fans who can''t get enough of Binky and his pals!

Zeke and his friends have ''spring fever'' and are excited about the temperature rising, but Zeke''s Mood Meter starts to wobble when he notices cracks in the river ice. If the ice melts too quickly, it could turn into a flood! When Zeke''s favourite meteorologist, Freeze Jones, invites him to join his crew of Weather Watchers, Zeke hopes that will give him the inside scoop on the flood watch. Meanwhile, everyone at school is too focused on the spring play to worry about the potential spring flood. Can Zeke keep his teacher happy while still being an ace Weather Watcher? This is the second book in an early chapter book series starring the lovable Zeke and a diverse cast of his friends and schoolmates. Page-turning adventure is paired with loads of information on the science of weather, both within the story and in informational spreads tucked between chapters. Topics covered include the spring weather cycle, wind jet streams, types of floods, ice jams, flood safety and climate change''s influence on flooding. There''s also a glossary of weather words and instructions for building a rain gauge at the back of the book. Playful illustrations add humour to the story and help explain the scientific concepts. This is a terrific resource for Earth science classes.

While there are many dangerous creatures in the forest, there''s one species that Bigfoot fears most: campers! They''re smelly and noisy, and they make a mess of everything. Thankfully, Bigfoot has ten simple guidelines sure to keep anyone safe from these interlopers. Only, when he slips up on Guideline #2 - ''Never, EVER allow yourself to be seen by a camper'' - Bigfoot''s surprised to find himself ignoring his own advice to help one who''s lost. Could it be he''s had the wrong idea about campers all along? In this fresh, flipped take on Bigfoot, readers discover how reconsidering what we think we know about others can be a great way to make a friend. Jami Gigot''s hilarious storytelling features text describing what not to do playfully juxtaposed with art that completely contradicts it!

Theodora loved her grandfather's old garden. His new apartment's balcony is too windy and small for a garden. But what appears to be a drawback soon leads to a shared burst of creativity as Theo and her Poppa decide to paint a new garden. As they work side by side --- sowing seeds with brushes and paint --- a masterpiece begins to take shape that transforms the balcony into an abundant garden. When Poppa goes away on holiday, Theo helps nurture the garden and it begins to take on a life of its own. This garden grows not from soil but from love, imagination and creativity. Readers will marvel at each stage of this fertile garden as it grows from seed to full flower, revealing the power of art to enrich our lives.

In this delightful picture book, Minnow seems to be the only one of King Neptune's fifty mermaid daughters who has no particular skill or accomplishments. That is, except for her persistence in asking many, many questions. But one day, as Minnow is drifting in the ocean all alone, a single red woman's shoe floats toward her seemingly from out of nowhere. Never having seen a shoe before, Willow becomes intrigued by what it might be. When no one in the kingdom can tell her, she sets off on a quest to find out and, along the way, uncovers answers to many of the things that have been vexing her, including what her true purpose is!

Serena Fuentes won't waste one moment of her whirlwind trip to Paris. She has it all mapped out, right down to the photos she will take, and the last thing she wants is a change in plans. Yet suddenly she's touring the city with Jean-Luc, a French friend of her sister's boyfriend. He has to take pictures of his own if he ever hopes to pass his photography class, and his project totally slows Serena down. Why can't he get with her program? One minute they're bickering, the next minute they're bonding ... and soon they're exploring corners of Paris together that Serena never imagined. When it comes to love, sometimes it takes a different lens to see what's right in front of us. A romantic adventure for anyone who sees the possibilities in a spontaneous tour of the City of Lights with a charming French stranger, and anyone who's ever wondered if true love is waiting on the other side of the ocean. Catherine Rider's delightful follow-up to Kiss Me in New York will sweep you off your feet.

Eva Walker is a seventeen-year-old math genius. And if that doesn't do wonders for her popularity, there's another thing that makes it even worse: when she touches people, she sees a vision of their emotions. She can read a person's fears and anxieties, their secrets and loves... Then, Zenn walks into her life and she is instantly drawn to him, even more so, when she realises that he is the only one who is immune to her gift. When she discovers the history that links them though, the truth threatens to tear the two apart.