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Puffin, A Journey Home
The story of a Puffin separated from his mother while still in the shell. He is born white, without his colorful markings and tries to find where he belongs. Read what happens when the Puffin asks other animals if anyone has seen "a creature that looks like me." Hardcover, 32 pages, ages 4-8, Misty Mountain Publishing |
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The Rabbit and the Promise Sign
A rabbit is born with an unusual mark. The older rabbits explain the meaning of the mark and the many signs that God is always near. Hardcover, 32 pages, ages 4-8, Golden Anchor Press |
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The Real Night before Christmas
Children will select this rhyming Christmas story again and again for its die-cut cover, entertaining rhyme and bright illustrations. Hardcover, 32 pages, ages 2 and up, Concordia Publishing House |
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Shh! The Whale Is Smiling
A young boy frightened by a storm at night, is comforted by his older sister. Soothing, rhythmic words combine with Maureen Hyde's always beautiful illustrations to make this book a favorite bedtime read. Hardcover, 40 pages, ages 2 - 6, Gingerbread House |
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A Smile From Andy
Andy feels shy and unhappy. Everyone else seems to be having a good time but him. When a friendly little girl coaxes a smile from Andy, others realize Andy doesn't want to be alone and Andy realizes he doesn't have to do anything remarkable to have friends. Available in Hardcover or Paperback, 32 pages, ages 4-8, Jason and Nordic Publishers |
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What's the Recipe for Friends
When your moving, it helps to know how to make friends. What exactly is the recipe for friends? Is it like the recipe for chocolate chip cookies? Or macaroni and cheese? Paperback, 24 pages, ages 5-10, Peerless Publishing |
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When I Grow Up
Jimmy has been deaf since birth. One day Jimmy asked his mother if he would hear and speak when he grew up. That question led to another question. Jimmy and his mother attend a Career Day with many other children who are also deaf to learn learn about the possibilities when he grows up. Available in Hardcover or Paperback, 32 pages, ages 4-8, Jason and Nordic Publishers |
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You Read to Me, I'll Read to You (Excerpt on Amazon.com)
An anthology for children who are starting to read on their own but still enjoy being read to. Contains 26 selections including works by such illustrious authors and artists as Maurice Sendak, James Marshall, Judy Blume, Ursula Le Guin, William Steig, and Roald Dahl. The text of each selection is included in full. Hardcover, 226 pages, ages 4-10, Knopf |
