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From #1 New York Times bestselling author and cohost of NBC's Today, Hoda Kotb, comes a new book about finding hope in ordinary places. What do you hope for? What do you dream? Hoda Kotb's new book is a lyrical celebration of hope in children and teaching the youngest readers how to reach for their dreams - whether they are as big as the night sky or as small as a bowl of purple ice cream. It's a lesson in optimism and what a positive outlook can bring. Hope Is a Rainbow is a can't-miss audiobook for any child who dares to dream.

The beloved author of Because of Winn-Dixie has outdone herself with a hilarious and achingly real love story about a girl, a ghost, a grandmother, and growing up. It's the summer before fifth grade, and for Ferris Wilkey, it is a summer of sheer pandemonium: Her little sister, Pinky, has vowed to become an outlaw. Uncle Ted has left Aunt Shirley and, to Ferris's mother's chagrin, is holed up in the Wilkey basement to paint a history of the world.

"Why are you crying?" Sophie asks the imaginary monster in her closet. "You're not afraid of me anymore," the monster says. "No one else can see or hear me. I need a new job." He follows Sophie to breakfast, out to Bubbe and Zayde's car, and to the shul. At synagogue, Bubbe helps lead the service. "She's kvelling," Sophie says to the monster. "I want to kvell," he says, and they join in the singing. Then Sophie uses her imagination to write a story about her monster.

You can be more than one thing - you can be anything! A follow-up to the #1 New York Times bestselling and critically acclaimed I Promise, this second slam-dunk book from NBA champion and cultural icon LeBron James motivates readers to remember they can accomplish their goals when they believe in themselves. Written in fun rhyming verse, this book will help little dreamers dream BIG. Perfect for shared reading in and out of the classroom, I Am More Than is also a great gift for graduation, birthdays, and other occasions.

The province of Ontario is a wonderful place to visit and to live. Huge lakes and rivers allow huge cargo ships from all around the world to land at them many ports along the St. Lawrence Seaway: * The CN Tower in Toronto is the tallest tower in Canada. * There are five Great Lakes: Lake Superior, Lake Huron, Lake Ontario, Lake Erie and Lake Michigan. * Award-winning singer Justin Bieber was born in London. * Visitors come from all over the world to see Niagara Falls. *In winter, Ottawa's Rideau Canal becomes the world's largest skating rink.

Lillian is a girl of mixed Indigenous and white ancestry who has been shuffled from foster home to foster home as long as she can remember. At school, she doesn't feel like she fits in with the white kids and doesn't fit in with the Indigenous kids either. She finds happiness and a sense of belonging from a surprising spirit that returns her to traditional ways.

Camille et Paolo le petit perroquet s'adorent. Ils jouent ensemble. Ils mangent ensemble. Ils font même la sieste ensemble. Mais voilà qu'un matin, alors qu'il prenait l'air sur la véranda, Paolo s'aperçoit que la porte de sa cage est entrouverteAinsi débute la grande aventure d'un petit oiseau, qui découvrira que rien ne vaut la chaleur d'un bisou ! Découvre les oiseaux du jardin. Tous les oiseaux illustrés au début et à la fin de ce livre se retrouvent quelque part dans le jardin de Camille et Paolo. Tu peux t'amuser à les repérer au fil de l'histoire...

Key Selling Points - A young girl and her grandmother work together to set up her first beehive. Simple, straightforward information about beekeeping and the importance of bees to the environment. A gentle story that celebrates intergenerational sharing of knowledge.The author is an experienced beekeeper and former teacher with a passion for sharing knowledge. The illustrator's most recent book included on the Globe and Mail's top 100 books of 2020. The author is a member of a large international community of women beekeepers.

Key Selling Points - A simple and playful picture-book mystery.Bright colorful illustrations include lots of clues for young readers to find and help Mr. Beagle solve the puzzle.Story includes a resolution that emphasizes sharing, building community, and supporting local endeavors.Author's previous books have been shortlisted for provincial awards and included in CCBC's Best Books for Kids & Teens; one was included in the OLA's Top Ten Best Bets list.

Key Selling Points - A simple and playful picture book about accepting yourself and recognizing your strengths.Fun story about a llama who learns to care for her flock of sheep by standing out not fitting in.Brightly colored and simple illustrations will appeal to young listeners and readers. Author's previous books have been shortlisted for provincial awards and included in CCBC's Best Books for Kids & Teens; one was included in the OLA's Top Ten Best Bets list.