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1) My two moms
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Lenny, the class reporter, follows Elsie for a school project and learns about her life with her two moms.
3) My Family
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Every family is different. That's why it's so much fun to spend time with different people and learn how they live. Beginning readers will love getting a look at what this family does on a day-to-day basis. From making dinner with the grandparents or taking a family walk, accessible text and color photographs show an active and healthy family enjoying the time they spend together. Readers will also, learn about interpersonal relationships between...
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NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Suzanne Collins has created a deeply moving autobiographical picture book about a father who must go off to the war in Vietnam -- and the daughter who stays behind.When young Suzy's father leaves for Vietnam, she struggles to understand what this means for her and her family. What is the jungle like? Will her father be safe? When will he return? The months slip by, marked by the passing of the familiar holidays and...
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Young readers are introduced to the important and sensitive topic of losing a family member in this age-appropriate and accessible book. The struggles of dealing with a loved one's death, including the grieving process and the difficult questions asked during it, are addressed within this relatable narrative. The carefully crafted text inspires thoughtful discussion about life, death, and grief. Helpful fact boxes, vibrant, full-color photographs,...
10) Hammer and nails
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"After her play date is cancelled, a young girl and her dad have a fun day tackling their to-do lists together."--
11) Saturday
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Want to know the best things about Saturdays?
Lots of books!
Rocket ship rides to the moon!
Top secret projects (that might not go exactly as planned)! And so much more . . .
Saturdays are the best even if you have to do a chore or two. As a little boy takes us through his typical Saturday, you'll see why he's so passionate about his favorite day of the week.
Oh, and the best thing about Saturdays? When the day ends, it leads into Sundays,...
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As the seasons turn, Maisie rides her bull in and out of Dada's tall tales. Her Mama wears linen and plays the viola. Her Dada wears kente cloth and plays the marimba.
They come from different places, but they hug her in the same way. And most of all, they love her just the same. A joyful celebration of a mixed-race family and the love that binds us all together.
14) My two homes
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Lenny follows Skye for a school project and learns about her life with two homes.
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New Yorker cartoonist Liam Francis Walsh's Make a Wish, Henry Bear is the story of a young bear, a birthday wish gone awry, and a new friendship to set things right.
Henry Bear has very unusual parents.
They encourage him to stay up all night, eat chocolate cake at every meal, and get into trouble with his teacher.
But what happens when Henry Bear grows tired of indulging in childish things? Find out in this droll tale about making wishes with...
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In the tradition of The Stupids, Meet the Dullards is a clever and irreverent picture book about a comically boring family, from bestselling author Sara Pennypacker and illustrator Daniel Salmieri. Their home is boring. Their food is plain. Their lives are monotonous. And Mr. and Mrs. Dullard like it that way. But their children-Blanda, Borely, and Little Dud-have other ideas… Never has dullness been so hilarious than in this deadpan, subversive...
17) I want my dad!
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When the Little Princess discovers that her dad, the King, is not as adventurous as the other dads, she decides to give some fun activities a try without him and realizes she is more like her father than she thought.
18) Dear Beast
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Dear Beast volume 1
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Holiday House
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2020.
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Through a series of letters, Simon, a grumpy and jealous cat, informs Baxter, his boy's new dog, that he is not welcome and should leave at once.
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Simple words and colorful paintings tell the warm, engaging story of new parents who buy a rocking chair when they are expecting a baby. Bright, sunny illustrations show the precious intimacy between parents and their children; the new mother glows with affection, and the new father reads aloud to their young son.
Time passes, and the boy grows up; the beloved rocker is moved to the attic and gathers dust. But when the boy becomes a man, the cycle...
20) I'm a Big Girl
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Follow along on a journey of a dad's love for his daughter, from the first time he holds her in his arms, to the day he has to let her go. The gorgeous illustrations combined with the precious text make this the perfect present for any dad or daughter, young or old. The story is brought to life by singer-songwriter Greg Pope, who lends his voice to the text, as well as the original song "A Big Girl Now," on the accompanying CD. So, cuddle up with...
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