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The story is about Konny, who is no ordinary princess. We are certainly familiar with princesses and fairy tales, and we know roughly how they go. It's something with a castle, nice dresses and it all ending happily with a prince. In this story there is a castle and a princess, but thing are not quite as they usually are. Because Konny doesn't want to follow the rules, she is not a pink and pretty princess and she disappoints her parents. Konny runs away with Rapunzel's cousin, she helps the big bad Wolf change his eating habits, and assist the Little Bear in building a maid robot so Konny can run off with Goldilocks. It is a humorous and modern story for the entire family about not fitting in, but finding peace with freedom and the choices you make.

"You are strong, you are smart, and you have a big heart!"As Bella prepares to start school, her mom reminds her of their special phrase. She is excited, but also a little nervous to go. She gains comfort and confidence after her mom's encouraging words, and by the gift of a special matching bracelet that will keep them forever connected.

Alexi Pappas is not only an Olympic runner, actress, filmmaker, she is a writer whose heartwarming and life-affirming memoir will inspire young readers, as she shares the touchstone moments in her life that helped her learn about confidence and self-reliance, compassion and forgiveness, and loss and hope, in this accessible and motivating memoir.<BR><BR>What is a bravey? For Alexi Pappas, it means to chase the goals that seem scary. She has not shied away from the challenge.<BR><BR>In this honest and hopeful memoir written especially for young readers, Alexi Pappas details key moments that had profound effects on her life, including the loss of her mother when she was just four years old, to her formative years at school where she felt different from her peers, and into her young adult life, including the incredible year she experienced in 2016 when she made her Olympic debut as a distance runner and wrote, directed, and starred in her first feature film. Through it all, Alexi worked hard—physically, mentally, and emotionally, but not without setbacks and difficulties, all of which helped her learn about confidence and self-reliance, compassion and forgiveness, loss and hope. Even with good things happening, Alexi found herself facing anxiety and mental health issues. Isn't winning supposed to make a person happy? How does one make life better when it already seems good? Alexi doesn't provide all the answers, but she offers ideas to consider when life gets complicated.<BR><BR>Young readers will be inspired by Alexi's journey to create an abundant life filled with loving friends and family and strong female role models and mentors--who helped to shape the bravey she is today.

I am brave!Inspired by a 5 year old girl who showed true bravery every day, The Brave Girl is a great introduction to the topic of bravery and overcoming challenges. The Brave Girl illustrates what it means to be brave, from being scared of the ocean but going in anyways to doing things that are hard even if you don't want to, that's being brave. Bonus! The Brave Girl teaches you how to say "I am brave" in different languages.For every book sold, partial proceeds are donated to Canada's Sick Kids Hospital in honour of the brave girl.

Lexi is back with a brand new adventure. She loves school and she thinks she is doing well in her studies. But when she is held back and has to repeat second grade, how will she react?

The book is a part of a series titled "The Heroine's Journey: Futures Tales for Change Makers of All Ages". The series consists of a collection of tales inspired by ancient mythology, new realities and emergent futures. The series is designed to appeal to Change Makers of All Ages who desire to change themselves and the world. Book 3, The Peace Maker, was inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass (Lewis Carroll), The Samurai and the Monk (traditional Japanese/Zen fable), the Tale of Two Wolves (A North American Tale), Slavic mythology and the work of generations of peace thinkers and activists. The Peace Maker has ten chapters: Paxtopia Remembered, Through the Looking Glass, Miki and Kiki in Peaceful Wonderland, The Real-Dream, A Very Scary Movie, A Less Scary Movie, This or That Movie, Strange Words Movie, Back to the Real World and Forget-Me-Not. It has the following story line: "Miki and Kiki are like sisters everywhere. BUT they have a secret. They never EVER Argue or Fight! How did they learn to live in Peace with each other and the world around them?" Follow them through the Magic Mirror and find out!

It's time for animals to take fate into their own paws! The Endangereds: The Melting Point is the second book in a thrilling new adventure series by world-renowned environmentalist and Emmy-nominated host of Xploration Awesome Planet Philippe Cousteau and award-winning TURBO Racers author Austin Aslan.Around the world, temperatures are rising, ice caps are melting, and innocent animals are in trouble. Humans had their chance to fix it and failed. It's time for the animals to take their fate into their own paws. It's time for . . . the Endangereds.When word reaches the Endangereds that one of the last of a species of nearly extinct sloths is in trouble, the team don't hesitate to strap on their gear, fire up their helicopter, and rush off into action. But this time their mission is complicated by the appearance an unexpected foe-an animal faction bent on saving the world by making humans extinct. It's the toughest assignment the Endangereds have faced yet as the faction will stop at nothing to take back the world, one biome at a time.It's a rollicking new high-stakes turn in the thrilling environmental-adventure series by Philippe Cousteau, the world-renowned environmentalist and Emmy-nominated host of Awesome Planet, and Austin Aslan, the award-winning author of the TURBO Racers book series.This team of animal spies is ready for anything—almost.- Animal Spies with Gadgets: From high-tech helicopters to spy gear, Wangari the pangolin, Nukilik the polar bear, Arief the orangutan, and Murdock the narwhal are equipped for any mission.- A Rival Animal Faction: The Endangereds aren’t just fighting humans. This time, they face a dangerous group of animals who believe the only way to save the planet is to make humanity extinct.- Globetrotting Adventure: The action jumps from the humid jungles of Panama to the melting ice of the Arctic in a race to save a critically endangered pygmy sloth.- Action and Humor: Perfect for middle grade readers who love fast-paced kids action books with plenty of banter and high stakes.

Discover the inspiring story of Sabbih, a determined young girl from a small village in Tanzania who defies all odds to pursue her dream of becoming a robotics engineer.Meet Sabbih, a bright and ambitious girl from the small village of Paje in Zanzibar, Tanzania, who dreams of attending the prestigious STEM school in Stone Town. With a passion for robotics and DIY projects, she tirelessly works to study and excel in her exams. Despite financial obstacles, her family rallies around her, encouraging her every step of the way.Based on a true story, 'The World of Sabbih'(c) follows Sabbih's journey as she overcomes obstacles to pursue her dreams and shows us how a simple act of kindness can make all the difference in someone's life.Visit tnse.tech to access downloadable resources accompanying the book.

Readers of Disney Fairies, The Never Girls, and Rainbow Magic will absolutely love the fifth book in the Fairy Bell Sisters series by Margaret McNamara, a delightful chapter-book series about Tinker Bell's little sisters for kids ages 6-10.Springtime means spring-cleaning for the fairies of Sheepskerry Island. It also means getting to search for treasure in the jumble pile--a giant collection of unwanted items outside Queen Mab's palace. When Sylva Bell and her best friend, Poppy Flower, find Queen Mab's old fairy dollhouse in the pile, they are overjoyed! But as the two friends play with it, they start to unlock its secrets and discover its special magic--a magic that has a history of putting friendships to the test.

The World's Worst Children 2, from Children's author David Walliams.Do you dare to meet the worst children in the world? Be warned! Inside are five ghastly girls and five badder-than-bad boys!Like Humbert the hungry baby, who literally eats his parents out of house and home. And Gruesome Griselda who likes to play tricks on everyone with her vast collection of creepy-crawlies.

Four starred reviews!<BR> <BR>Meet Diane Nash, a civil rights leader who worked alongside Martin Luther King Jr. and John Lewis, in this “poignant and powerful” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) nonfiction picture book that is “a stunning, little-known story, and a welcome volume” (School Library Journal, starred review) that “highlights major moments in Nash’s life” (The Horn Book, starred review).<BR><BR>Diane grew up in the southside of Chicago in the 1940s. As a university student, she visited the Tennessee State Fair in 1959. Shocked to see a bathroom sign that read For Colored Women, Diane learned that segregation in the South went beyond schools—it was part of daily life. She decided to fight back, not with anger or violence, but with strong words of truth and action.<BR> <BR>Finding a group of like-minded students, including student preacher John Lewis, Diane took command of the Nashville Movement. They sat at the lunch counters where only white people were allowed and got arrested, day after day. Leading thousands of marchers to the courthouse, Diane convinced the mayor to integrate lunch counters. Then, she took on the Freedom Rides to integrate bus travel, garnering support from Martin Luther King Jr. and then the president himself—John F. Kennedy.

Joyce Banda lives to fulfill her destiny, improving the lives of women and girls in Malawi and the rest of Africa. She created the National Association of Business Women to teach women how to earn an income. Through the Joyce Banda Foundation, she provides access to education and other programs that assist women, girls, and the youth. In public service roles as a government minister, the first woman Vice President, and President of Malawi, she continued her fight for women and girls to be treated equally as men and boys. Joyce's life experiences have influenced many of the issues that she has dedicated her life to: education for children, safe and healthy pregnancies and births for mothers, and enabling women's economic capacity for better life choices. Since leaving political office, Joyce has traveled the country and the world over, still drawing attention to women and girls and how their needs may be addressed. Joyce's life lessons fuel her purpose of helping women and girls reach their full potential.

Sweet Dreams, My Love (Bengali edition).It's time for bed, but Alice doesn't want to go to sleep just yet. By going through her bedtime routine, Mom calms her daughter down by reminding her of all the wonderful things they did together that evening. Written in a soft and soothing manner, this book shows the warm and loving relationship between Alice and her mom, while preparing young readers for a good night's sleep.

Lexi is back with a brand new adventure. She loves school and she thinks she is doing well in her studies. But when she is held back and has to repeat second grade, how will she react?

One day as I sat on soft beach sand looking at the ocean waves, I knew it was time. It was time to create a special baby with my heart. From Christina Rondeau comes this charming story of a mother's journey of love with her daughter.

'I am Thankful' shows how easy it is to be grateful for everything in life, even the little things. From waking up in the morning, to enjoying the warm sun, to going back to sleep and hugging your favorite teddy bear. There is always something to be thankful for.

'I am Thankful' shows how easy it is to be grateful for everything in life, even the little things. From waking up in the morning, to enjoying the warm sun, to going back to sleep and hugging your favorite teddy bear. There is always something to be thankful for.

Celebrate confident, empowered girls with this flower-filled, nature-loving, read-together children's book that encourages growth, positivity, and the love of natural Black hair.<BR><BR>Lovely and wise, shine at sunrise! I am growing each day!<BR><BR>Beautiful Black and Brown girls with gorgeous natural hairstyles full of flowers, butterflies, and other garden treasures are the stars of this vibrant, rhythmic, and inspiring book from the author/illustrator of Happy Hair and Cool Cuts. Set in a backdrop of nature's glorious color and bounty, it's the perfect read-aloud to promote confidence and self-esteem for girls of all ages.<BR> <BR>Look for all the books in the Happy Hair series:<BR>• Happy Hair<BR>• Cool Cuts<BR>• Smart Sisters<BR>• I Love Being Me! (Step Into Reading)<BR>• I Am Born to Be Awesome! (Step Into Reading)

A rousing picture book biography of the only woman whose name is printed on the Declaration of Independence.<BR><BR> Born in 1738, Mary Katharine Goddard came of age in colonial Connecticut as the burgeoning nation prepared for the American Revolution. As a businesswoman and a newspaper publisher, Goddard paved the way for influential Revolutionary media. Her remarkable accomplishments as a woman defied societal norms and set the stage for a free and open press. When the Continental Congress decreed that the Declaration of Independence be widely distributed, one person rose to the occasion and printed the document—boldly inserting her name at the bottom with a printing credit: Mary Katharine Goddard.<BR><BR> Here is an important biography of a groundbreaking woman who had the courage to write herself into the history she helped create.<BR><BR>A CBC Children's Favorite Award Winner<BR> A CBC Teacher and Librarian Favorite Award Winner<BR>An NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Selection

Through vibrant lyrical text, Black Artists Rock! The Cool Kids' Guide A-Z is a celebration of the myriad of accomplishments by the best-of-the best and the coolest-of-the-cool Black artists of the twentieth century. Artfully curated, portrayals of extraordinary Black artists in music, literature, theater, film and much more highlight groundbreaking achievements, offering both little-known facts about household names (Duke Ellington, Maya Angelou, Quincy Jones), and key introductions to overlooked pioneers (Toni Cade Bambara, James Vanderzee, Faith Ringgold). "V IS FOR JAMES VANDERZEECREATING SILVER-TONED IMAGES OF GRACESHOWCASING LUXURIOUS FASHION AND CARSENJOYED BY HARLEM'S BLACK ELITE." From early twentieth century tap dance phenoms like The Nicholas Brothers, to brilliant anthropologist and storyteller Zora Neale Hurston, Black Artists Rock! The Cool Kids' Guide A-Z honors the African American creatives who followed their hearts, succeeded against all odds, and left legacies and works of art that will inspire countless generations to come.