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"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.

What comes from the land down under? mania, that's Australia, New Zealand and Tasmania! There are so many unique species of animals, insects and plants on these islands! You will be amazed!

Canada is a vast country with large expanses of forests, towering mountains, spacious prairies and wide-open tundra. Each of these environments has its own unique animals, birds, insects and plants. This is your country, so learn all you can about

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.

We Need Everyone empowers children to identify their gifts and use them to overcome challenges, achieve goals, and strengthen communities. Inspiring and uplifting, this interactive picture book celebrates diverse cultures, perspectives, and abilities through playful illustrations. Perfect for reading aloud.

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.