Holidays & Family
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A scraggly little tree longs to be a Christmas tree but fears he’s not good enough. When two children of meager means choose him with love, he becomes something beautiful — inside and out. They dress him with popcorn and ribbons. A touching story of appreciation, transformation, and the magic of being valued.
A classroom full of kids gets the treat of their lives when Mr. Getaway, their substitute teacher, takes them on another adventure -- this time to Santa's workshop. Elves are everywhere, working happily, explaining: "that work is wise, work is good, it makes us do more than we should." All in rhyme with adorable illustrations.
Easter comes but once a year. However, when the Easter Bunny quits, the animals panic! But one wise owl — and a kind little boy — remind him that love, gratitude, and doing what you enjoy make every Easter special again. A heartwarming Easter tale about appreciation and joy.
For Multicultural Why wait for a holiday to be happy? Let’s Celebrate invites children to find joy in every day — not just birthdays or Christmas, but “Happy Rainy Day,” “Happy New Friend Day,” and “Happy First Day of Summer!” With playful rhymes and cheerful inspiration, this book reminds readers that every single day can be special to you.
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When a furry little “duck” who hops instead of swims appears in Mother Duck’s nest, she isn’t worried — just curious! Though her odd duck never quite fits in, he discovers his own special gift. A sweet rhyming story about being different, finding your talents, and being loved just the way you are. Very sweet and funny.
It’s Halloween, and the witch is ready for frightful fun!
But every trick-or-treater she meets runs away in fear — until a kind little skunk outsmarts her with a trick of his own. If a skunk can show spunk, so can anyone. In the end, the witch discovers that even on Halloween, being nice can be the best kind of surprise. From lions and frogs to sand grouse and lump-suckers, to golden jackals and rheas, to orangutans, penguins, marmosets, wolves, seahorses, and people –we all have fathers. And, all fathers have special duties in the lives of all. This delightful rhyming romp plants the seed of appreciation in children for all that fathers do.
From fur to feathers, skin to scales, every being has a mother — and every mother deserves appreciation. A gentle, rhyming celebration of love, family, and gratitude for all kinds of moms. This includes grandmothers, great grandmothers, stepmothers, adoptive mothers, and even foster mothers.
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Patrick, the little leprechaun, loves yellow -- not green! When he follows a rainbow hoping to find gold, he finds something even better: a golden friend. A delightful, heartwarming story about being true to yourself, following your dreams, and finding joy in unexpected places.
For Multicultural Easter isn’t Easter without eggs — and Henrietta must find one hundred of them for Farmer Johnson’s big hunt! With every bird on the farm pitching in, she nearly reaches her goal... until one egg is missing! A delightful story of teamwork, problem-solving, and Easter joy.
For Multicultural One little pumpkin dreams of becoming more than pie filling — he wants to shine! When a boy’s carving mistake turns into something wonderfully unique, the pumpkin inspires creativity and joy in everyone. A playful Halloween tale that shows how “mistakes” can lead to imagination and laughter. Fun in rhyme and images.
From pets to apples, butterflies to bats, to trees and leaves, everything has a heart and love to share. This whimsical, rhyming story invites children to notice the hearts all around them and celebrate kindness, connection, and the simple joys of the world. A story to warm the heart of any child.
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A duck, a goose, and a turkey scramble through a funny adventure to prepare their perfect Thanksgiving meal. With teamwork, clever thinking, and plenty of laughs, they discover the joy of sharing and giving thanks. A delightful story reminding children that gratitude makes the holiday complete.
A cheerful ABC of Valentines shows children how to give love and friendship in creative ways — from making paper hearts to baking heart-shaped cookies or candles, and more. A playful, heartfelt reminder that sharing love is the sweetest way to show you care.
For Multicultural Every pumpkin is special, with its own shape, size, and smile. This playful guide helps children choose and carve pumpkins thoughtfully and inventively, turning each into a unique, happy creation. The story is told by one little fellow who explains it all -- how he picked, carved, and lit his pumpkin's face,
When a curious grandson asks what life was like “back then,” when she was young, Grandma paints a vivid picture — no gadgets, no phones, and plenty of imagination! Together they discover while things are different, not everything — the love that connects every generation.
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