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From the assassination that triggers World War I in 1914 to Armistice Day in 1918, the story follows the fates of five young people on both sides of the conflict--each facing their portion of the war with courage, until the end of the war brings them together. Includes information on the history of the war.
As World War I stretches its cruel fingers across Europe, five young people, each from different backgrounds and nations, face the terror of...
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"Co-quí, co-quí! The coquí frogs sing to Elena from her family's beloved mango tree--their calls so familiar that they might as well be singing, "You are home, you are safe." But home is suddenly not safe when a hurricane threatens to destroy everything that Elena knows."--
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Against his better judgment, fifth grader Griffin Birch follows his best friend down the new slide in the school playground, and at the other end of this portal they discover a cruel world populated by bloodthirsty creatures on a quest to become immortal.
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Celebrates everyday courage, including believing in ourselves, speaking out, trying new things, asking for help, and getting back up no matter how many times we may fall. Includes information on how to let go of fear by practicing yoga poses and mindful breathing exercises.
8) Once, a bird
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"In this wordless picture book, a bird emerges after winter to find the world has gone quiet. As she settles on a tree outside an apartment building, its residents notice her through their windows and find hope in her resilience and the continued rhythms of nature."--
9) Hello, star
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Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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Night after night, a girl speaks to a dying star and, inspired by its resilience, follows her dream to reach the star someday.
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2023.
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"Told through creative language play, and with depth and whimsy, this picture book reminds readers of their own agency and the power they have to direct their own path. Marc Colagiovanni's lyrical text and Peter H. Reynolds's stunning art create an enduring message of strength and perseverance that is both universal and personal, and one that readers will be drawn to over and over again. This first of two new picture books created in collaboration...
11) Kara's Dreams
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Little Kara had big dreams. But she had seen others around her defeated by the obstacles thrown at them, and she was fearful she might endure the same fate and never attain her dreams.
Was she good enough?
Was she strong enough?
Would she be able to overcome hardships?
Kara, a young tree in the forest, decides to ask a wise, mature tree for advice. The mentoring helps Kara realize that she has everything within her to reach her dreams; she just...
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North-South
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[2024]
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English
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"A young girl is thrilled to spend the day with her big sister, but things don't go as planned. It's so hot outside--legs-stick-to-the-seat hot--that her ice cream melts and then it rains. Their plans must change, and then change again as the library closes just before they arrive. But big sister knows just what to do next--even if it's nothing besides splashing in puddles and looking at the stars. The day isn't anything like little sister expected...
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Français
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Il était une fois un oiseau qui a rallié une communauté. Les rues sont désertes et personne ne joue dans le parc. L'oiseau est intrigué, mais déterminé à trouver un endroit pour se construire un nid. Les habitants du quartier sont rassurés quand ils l'observent parce qu'il les éveille aux beautés de la nature. Il leur rappelle aussi que la vie reprend, comme toujours.
17) And then, boom!
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Poverty-stricken Joseph bravely rides out all the storms life keeps throwing at him.
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Aladdin, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
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English
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One sunny day, Rabbit and his pals are playing outside and they couldn't be happier. But, oh, no!--the sky starts clouding up and before they know it, it's raining, it's pouring, and everyone has to run home. How boring! What will they do for the rest of the day? It doesn't take long for Rabbit to realize that fun can be had in the rain. With raincoats, boots, and umbrellas, let the splashing games begin.--
20) I try
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Kane Miller, a division of EDC Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
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English
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"Empowering little ones by building resilience - learn techniques from the animal world! Spiders' webs are super strong, but when it breaks they have to spin a new one. Birds aren't born flying but learn by making a brave leap. Using pitch-perfect examples from the animal kingdom, this book encourages little ones to try new things, build their confidence and become resilient in all aspects of life. The cute and relatable cast of children work together...
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