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Treasure the imaginative world of Anne Shirley with the first four artfully packaged books in the Anne of Green Gables series, now available as a collectible boxed set.Red-headed, big-hearted Anne Shirley is one of literature’s most classic and beloved...

A few nights in nature take a nasty turn for Nancy and her friends in this sixth book of the Nancy Drew Diaries, a fresh approach to a classic series.To celebrate her birthday, George is taking Nancy and Bess on a three-day bike tour around the scenic...

Find out whether Sasha Silver takes the reins as Canterwood Crest’s Queen Bee. And though this all-star series continues, Unfriendly Competition marks the end of Sasha’s narration. Readers won’t want to miss this game-changing addition to the series they...

Will Sasha Silver dethrone Heather Fox and become the school’s Queen Bee? Packed with BFF scandal, lying roommates, secrets between teammates and more...

In Chasing Blue, Sasha and her horse, Charm, have proven that they’re worthy competitors for the elite Canterwood Crest equestrian team. Things are definitely looking up . . . until Sasha finds out who her riding partner for the semester is: her...

Daddy loves to give Baby hugs to say "I love you!"Now Baby and Daddy can cuddle and count along with this hug-and-read book perfect for Baby's teeny, tiny hands.

Meet Gubby - Grug's imaginary friend!

One day Grug was daydreaming when he saw the top of a very large tent. It was a circus!See what happens when Grug starts his own circus!

A day at the beach is fun, but don't forget the sunscreen Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters!

Birthdays should be filled with cake and fun and Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters!

All aboard the Grugmobile, the only car designed and engineered by Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters!

An echidna called Snoot is the perfect, prickly friend for Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters!

One day Grug visited the animals at the zoo. Which animals did he meet?

Being green is about more than paint ... ask Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters!

Make a rainbow that really lasts with Grug!This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters!

Showcases 100 brand-new bedtime stories of incredible women throughout history and around the worldA NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThis sequel to the sensational New York Times bestseller, Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, showcases 100 brand-new bedtime...

An irresistible collection of chapter books about the real lives of five extraordinary women throughout history"With this powerful, hope-filled story of overcoming one's obstacles, readers will close this book and feel inspired to leave a legacy of their...

The third installment in the Good Night Stories series, featuring 100 immigrant women who have shaped our worldA 2021 NATIONAL PARENTING PRODUCT AWARDS WINNER!The third installment in the New York Times bestselling Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls...

Includes 5 paperbacks about extraordinary women and girls from all around the world - plus a bonus notebook!From the creators of the New York Times best-selling series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, the Rebel Girls Dream Big Box Set includes 5...

This board book introduces your little reader to the lives of extraordinary Rebel women from around the worldThis board book adaptation of the New York Times bestselling Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls introduces your little reader to the lives of...

The first two volumes of the Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls series, packaged in a giftable boxGood Night Stories for Rebel Girls 2-Book Gift Set contains the first two volumes of the Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls series in hardcover, packaged in...

The first three volumes of the Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls series, packaged in a giftable boxGood Night Stories for Rebel Girls 3-Book Gift Set contains the first three volumes of the Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls series in hardcover,...

Featuring 100 barrier-breaking Black women and girls who showcase the spirit of Black Girl MagicA PARENTS' FAVORITE PRODUCTS TILLYWIG AWARD WINNER 2022The fourth installment in the New York Times bestselling Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls series,...

Looky looky at an exciting new approach to early learning in this fun, springtime board book from bestselling author Sandra Magsamen!From the USA Today bestselling author of Welcome Little One comes an all-new, interactive seek and find series and basket...

How Far Would You Go To Save Your Friends?Melbourne 1942. As the World War II Pacific war rages, 16-year-old cadet reporter Murph and his cheeky Aboriginal friend Banjo are thrown headfirst into an explosive wartime conspiracy when their old nemesis is...

This large-format festive papercraft book contains a huge selection of fun decorations to make and keep. Each page is perforated for easy removal. Family Craft content includes cut, fold and glue 3D models, masks and puppets, colouring posters and much...

Age range 8 to 12Backed by the experts at Mayo Clinic, Period. is the no-nonsense guide kids and caregivers alike can trust to navigate menstruation,period.Periods. Every person who menstruates has a different relationship with their 'Aunt...

A girl with grit, determination, passion and a paintbrush can achieve amazing things!Whether working in his studio or out in the field, Japanese artist Hokusai had a constant companion his youngest daughter, Eijo. Wherever they went, Eijo brought along...

A swashbuckling adventure on the high-seas, full of magic, betrayal, redemption and fearsome women, for readers of Adrienne Young and Naomi Novik A captured pirate reveals shocking news to Mary and Samuel that sends them in urgent pursuit of...

From healing to astronomy to our connection to the natural world, the lessons from Indigenous knowledge inform our learning and practices today.How do knowledge systems get passed down over generations? Through the knowledge inherited from their Elders...

A joyful celebration of our daily companion, the sun, as it shines around the world."If I were the sun, I would sing a gentle morning song to wake my slumbering friends." So begins this fresh and colorful collaboration between author Patricia Storms and...

Jamaica - An Island, vibrant with colour and character!Whether a child wants to know more about their cultural roots and ethnic origins, or they are simply curious about discovering a country rich with natural resources and rugged beauty, this Caribbean...

Our neighborhoods need more people who know and care for each other in the world in which we live. Our neighborhoods need people like YOU! What does it mean to be a good neighbor? A little boy named Warner learns what it means to be welcoming,...

Craft some fun kitchen magic just in time for Halloween with this kid-friendly follow-up to the USA Today best-selling TheUnofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook.Come little children (and their grown ups), we'll take thee away to a land of kitchen enchantment!...

From musical superstar Lance Bass, this quirky and surprising Halloween story is perfect for trick-or-treaters who love extra tricks and treats.Come one.Come all.Come follow thirteen trick-or-treaters down Scary Street. Dare to stop at the vampire's...

Age range 5 to 10 Thai Celebrations showcases the rich culture and colorful festivals of the Thai people. The charming illustrations and engaging text bring to life the incredible pageantry and symbolism of Thailand's many traditional...

A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Books for Kids 2017 SelectionIf you like to think big, but some say you're too small, or they say you're too young or too slow or too tall... Meet Dr. Bath - the scientist who never lost sight...

Little Mei wants to know why her grandpa is making a paper lantern. Grandpa tells her the story of the Jade Emperor of Heaven and how he ordered the earth to be destroyed by fire. Includes a quick recipe for yuanxiao, sticky rice dumplings.

*Winner Armed with the Arts Inc. Creative Book Award*Kids will learn how to make colorful kites while exploring Asian culture and history with this easy-to-follow craft book for kids. Fun to build and exciting to fly, kites are a universal expression of...

Age range 9 to 14'My name is Emanuele Di Porto and I am ninety-one years old. On the morning of October 16th, 1943, when the Germans came to the ghetto to carry out a raid, my mother was taken and put on a truck. I ran into the street to save...

Welcome to the fifth book in the Good Guys Agency series! Boys need better role models, and in the Good Guys Agency series friends Lucky, Rudy, and Red take matters into their own hands!In volume five, we find our heroic pals tracking down legendary...

Lush and evocative, this treasury of Walt Whitman's classic poetry will be a household favourite for generations. Bound and curated, this full-colour collage illustrated beauty will educate young readers while delighting the senses.Whitman is...

Pitter! Patter! Pit Pat. Smack! The North Pole knew all about snow, but rain? This was a Christmas Eve rainstorm unlike anything Santa Claus had ever seen.Santa and his reindeer won't let a bit of rain stop them from delivering presents to all the good...

Based on a true story, this thrilling picture book for kids 4-8 captures the incredible science of animal senses, and the surprising ways they can help us.The first book in an educational and fun series about the 'sixth sense' of...

Emperor Montezuma's court tries everything to cure his bad mood in this delightful and hilarious story that sheds light on life in the Aztec empire and the origins of hot chocolate.Montezuma is in a bad mood today. He doesn't want to see anyone or do...

A perfect holiday read for kids 4-8, this beautiful book shares a letter from Befana, the winter witch.Befana is a remarkable character from Italian folklore. On the 6th of January, she flies on a broom through the icy winter sky to visit children and...

Carla loves to be different. So when her teacher announces an upcoming vision screening, Carla hopes she'll be the only kid in class to need glasses. To prepare for her new look, she starts wearing homemade funky frames to school each day.Turns out that...

An irresistibly cute guide to drawing princesses, packed with fun activities!Have hours of fun learning to draw cute manga-style princesses by tracing the outlines provided, colouring them in, and then drawing them yourself on the practice pages. Take a...