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"Villagers like to come to rest and cool down in the shade of a huge, old tree. But when a young traveler decides to join them one day, a rich man on whose land the tree stands demands they leave because he owns the tree and therefore its shade. Thinking fast, the traveler strikes a deal: one that will enable him to outsmart the rich man--and ensure that the villagers will always have access to the shade tree's shade, wherever it may fall. With simple,...
2) Promchanted
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Stella is obsessed with logistics and problem solving, and does not have time for fairy tales, but on a pre-prom visit to Disneyland she and Reece (a boy she accidentally got fired) get swept up in the world of Sleeping Beauty, and the girl who believes in logic, not fantasy, finds herself in a very illogical situation.
3) Burn
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"Fans will love having more action, more delicate touches of fairy tales, more romance…A solid girl-positive (and sex-positive) addition to fantasy collections." - Booklist
Praise for Stray: "Sussman delightfully mixed dystopian tension with retold fairy tales, and the result is something wholly original." - Booklist
"The creative use of the role of fairy godmother is fascinating." - Kirkus Reviews
"The ending is exhilarating." - San Francisco...
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There’s a lot more stirring in this house than a mouse…
Everyone knows Santa arrives on the rooftop with the clatter of eight tiny reindeer. But did you realize that 2023 is the 200th publication anniversary of Clement Clarke Moore’s famous American poem about Santa coming down the chimney? And now, creative director Sally Veillette has packaged the ultimate version of this beloved rhyme to share with the world.
Consider getting our award-winning...
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A girl willing to do anything to save her sister...even if it means trusting a man.A magical land that's falling apart.Peter Pan is losing control. 1. A Curse of Gems: A Retelling of Toads and Diamonds Jaelle knows better than to trust men. Every girl in Terrefantome knows that. But when her plan to escape her oppressive kingdom with her sister goes awry, she finds herself with an unwanted magical gift and her sister in peril. To make matters worse,...
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It is no ordinary baby who climbs out of a cradle and starts walking the day he is born. Davy was larger than other children, and he was stronger, too. So strong that he could throw gators and ride bears! Davy Crockett was a powerful force on America's wild frontier. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
7) All Is Found
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Just in time to celebrate the first decade of the Frozen franchise, we join Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Sven, and Olaf as they embark on new adventures through the Frozen universe with friends new and old.
This wide variety of original stories will share untold tales from Anna and Elsa's childhood, memories with their parents, and mysterious creatures they encounter. These highly relatable, yet larger than life characters will appeal to young Frozen...
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Little Pampu's grandmother, Mama Bea Bunnie, visits from Rome. She invites Little Pampu to travel back to Rome with her. Little Pampu experiences adventures at the Pantheon and Colosseum. This book is prepared for older readers and is the extended version of the book for younger children and babies. The brief mention of historic sites in this book peaks the curiosity of young readers to do their own research or seek additional knowledge. Little Pampu,...
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Four fantastical stories filled with wit and wisdom, humor and heart In this wonderful collection of fairy tales, John Gardner turns a timeless tradition into a topsy-turvy whirlwind. In the title story, a kindly simpleton unwittingly becomes sovereign of an avian race. A wicked witch seeks a new profession - and, thus, identity - in "The Witch's Wish." In "The Pear Tree," a sweet young boy is rewarded for his good deeds. And "The Gnome and the Dragon"...
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The Outdoor Girls At The Hostess House is a novel by Laura Lee Hope. The story revolves around four best friends - Betty, Mollie, Amy, and Grace, who are also known as the Outdoor Girls. The girls decide to do their bit for the soldiers during World War I by volunteering at a Hostess House near a military training camp. Once there, they meet and befriend several soldiers, including the charming Captain Dale, who takes a liking to Betty. They are also...
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There in that enchanted forest known as Goldenwood, hidden deep within a glade, a tiny cottage stood. Bekunn (pronounced as "beacon") is a resident of a magnificent ancient forest that is shared with all types of woodland creatures. Bekunn is a friend to all, as they are to him. His favorite daily activity is a nice, quiet walk in the woods. One fateful day, Bekunn stumbles (quite literally) upon an object lying in the pathway. It is something he...
12) Tar Heel Ghosts
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An amazing assortment of twenty-three stories and ten "short shorts" comprise this popular selection. More than merely entertaining, Tar Heel Ghosts captures the "spirit" of North Carolina's past. North Carolina's ghost stories have infinite variety. There are mountainous ghosts and seafaring ghosts; colonial ghosts and modern ghosts; gentle ghosts and roistering ghosts; delicate lady ghosts and fishwife ghosts; home ghosts and ghosts that just want...
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There is a puppy dog named Sonny that lives in the South. Sonny lives on a lake. Sonny has a best friend named Little Duke. Little Duke lives in the North. Every summer, Little Duke comes to visit his grandma and grandpa and, of course, Sonny! Little Duke has another best friend. It is a catfish named Wally the Catfish. Sonny and Little Duke play in the lake every day with Wally.
But this summer looks like it will be different if Sonny cannot find...
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Excerpt: ""YES, children, I will tell you the story of Aunt Milly's diamonds; and in telling about them, you must hear the tale of my own life almost, because one is so mixed up with the other that they can scarcely be separated." The speaker, an old lady, looked pleasantly at a group of grandchildren, her Christmas visitors; who, tired with many a merry game, were clustering round her and asking for the story. It was Christmas Eve, and they had been...
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"This timeless tale will leave readers suffused with the pleasure of seeing gifts received and appreciated." –Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Here is the classic tale of elfin magic, loved by generations of children and made new by an artist of international acclaim. Jim LaMarche's stunningly rendered paintings, reminiscent of his earlier work in The Rainbabies, are the perfect complement to this favorite Grimm fairy tale. Plus, this is a fixed...
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Excerpt: "Since the childhood of the races, certain old-world stories have appeared in different form in the folklore of different nations, all bearing the stamp of the same source; the interest of primitive people in attributing human impulses and human lines of conduct to the animal world. Perhaps the earliest of all is The Kid Who Would Not Go, which corresponds to the old New England nursery tale of the Old Woman and Her Pig, and which, in its...
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A proud king uses magical drums to conquer his rivals, and only his daughter can stop him. A seagull is determined to fly across an ocean, but he learns a painful lesson after reaching his goal. A young girl yearns to become a butterfly, but she must make three sacrifices to achieve her dream. This collection of stories by Sylvester Foxglove will delight young readers while teaching valuable lessons for the world we live in now. Cover illustration...
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Children will adore this charmingly illustrated retelling of the Grimm Brothers' classic fairytale.
Twelve princesses, each lovelier than the flower she was named for, find themselves at the center of a baffling mystery. Each night they go to bed, locked securely in their room. But in the morning, their dancing shoes are worn thin-as though they'd been dancing all night!
A handsome suitor discovers that the princesses are enchanted, and that...
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