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“Out on the islands that poke their rocky shores above the waters of Penobscot Bay, you can watch the time of the world go by, from minute to minute, hour to hour, from day to day . . .” So begins this classic story of one summer on a Maine island from the author of One Morning in Maine and Blueberries for Sal. The spell of rain, the gulls and a foggy morning, the excitement of sailing, the quiet of the night, the sudden terror of a hurricane, and, in the end, the peace of the island as the family packs up to leave are revealed in poetic language.

Inspired by a traditional African folktale, this is the story of Mufaro, who is proud of his two beautiful daughters. Nyasha is kind and considerate, but everyone—except Mufaro—knows that Manyara is selfish and bad-tempered.When the Great King decides to take a wife and invites the most worthy and beautiful daughters in the land to appear before him, Mufaro brings both of his daughters—but only one can be queen. Who will the king choose?

A story that kicked off a literacy campaign at the White House. Wells' sweet, rhyming text encourages parents to read to their children for twenty minutes every day and see the magic of reading begin.

There are many families that are separated from their grandchildren, children, nieces, and nephews due to them living in different countries and different states. This heartfelt story bridges the gap between time and space and allows these families to show that true love is never separated. It’s only a word, and in Bryson the Bear’s case, a plane ride away.

When Jason and his dad take a walk and come across an abandoned house in the woods, he wonders whether it is truly empty. His dad tells him no one lives there, but its animal residents have a different opinion!

Ryan’s father is on a tour of duty with the National Guard. Everyone else in his family seems to have found ways to cope with his absence, but Ryan hasn’t! When his dad’s deployment is extended, Ryan has to find a way to stay in touch with him. A trip to the library may be just what he needs—both for communication with his dad, and finding his way to cope!

Have you ever imagined what it would be like to babysit 100 brothers and sisters? Ribburta doesn't think that it will be that hard but what she doesn't realize is just how much trouble 100 siblings can get into. After a long day of babysitting, Ribburta decides to take a nap. What will happen when she takes her eyes off her younger siblings and danger approaches?

Aunt Tonya is coming to visit! Viv wants to surprise her with a drawing, but she doesn’t think she is very good at art. Together with her brother, Emmett, they plot to create a map of memories and take Aunt Tonya on an adventure! Along the way, Viv discovers that perhaps she is an artist, after all!

Everyone's favorite dinosaurs are back—and this time they are going to school. More fun dinosaur antics await. These prehistoric pupils are in a class of their own! As in their previous works, Yolen and Teague capture children's rambunctious natures with playful read-aloud verse.

Join Emma, Jake, and their parents on an unforgettable day at Adventure Land, the most exciting theme park in town! From the thrills of a giant roller coaster to the laughter-filled bumper cars, this story captures the magic of a perfect family day out. With rides, games, a colorful parade, and delicious treats, Emma and Jake experience the wonder of Adventure Land in every way. Full of heartwarming moments, laughter, and surprises, this delightful tale will remind listeners of the joy of family and the thrill of adventure.

When Paddington lets go of Jonathan’s amazing new helium dinosaur balloon, he goes on an epic adventure to try and retrieve it, drifting over London’s most famous landmarks on his way.

Familie Vogel erlebt einen unvergesslichen Urlaub in einem geheimnisvollen Monsterhotel. Dort treffen sie auf unheimliche Gäste wie Vampire, Werwölfe und Geisterpiraten. Mit gruseligen Überraschungen an jeder Ecke und schaurigen Kostümen werden sie in ein spannendes Abenteuer verwickelt. Ob beim Abendessen oder in den dunklen Fluren des Hotels – das Monsterhotel sorgt für Nervenkitzel und jede Menge Spaß!

Ein Buch für Kinder und Erwachsene "Das ist aber ein verrückter Sommer! Meine Brüder sitzen ständig vorm Computer und sprechen mit winzigen Köpfen – die sehen aus wie Briefmarken. Einmal gehe ich mit Mama einkaufen und merke, dass sie ganz nackt ist. Und die Schildkröte macht sowieso, was sie will. Wird Mama zurück kommen von der Insel?" "Das Schiff ruckelte beim Anfahren und stampfte durch die Wellen wie ein Elefant im Wasser. Ich fand das eigentlich ganz witzig, ein wenig wie ein langsames Karussell, nur dass es sich nicht drehte, sondern auf die Insel zubewegte, die immer größer wurde.

Join the sweet and curious Belle as she learns to deal with new, exciting, and (sometimes) scary situations! Oh no, Bobby and Nina are going on vacation, and they won’t be home for three whole days! Luckily for Belle, Uncle Joey will come to take care of her. But Belle doesn’t know Uncle Joey very well, and she is sad to see her humans go away. Can Uncle Joey help her overcome her anxiety?

Ally isn't able to live with her mother. Instead she lives far, far away, on the other side of the country, with her gram and great-aunt. But one summer Ally goes to stay with her aunt and uncle in the "big city by the ocean" and gets to spend time with her mom. While exploring the shore, watching whales from the boat dipping into the salty water, Ally finds out something important: her mother loves to swim as much as she does.

As they eat mooncakes, drink tea and watch the night sky together, Mama and Baba tell ancient tales of a magical tree that can never be cut down, the Jade Rabbit who came to live on the moon and one brave woman's journey to eternal life. With a gentle focus on the importance of family, Mooncakes is both a perfect book for parent and child to listen to together and an ideal choice for schools and libraries.

Steve thinks a trip to Europe is out of the question—until he hears his grandfather's will. Suddenly he's off to Spain, armed with only a letter from his grandfather that sends him to a specific address in Barcelona. There he meets a girl named Laia and finds a trunk containing some of his grandfather's possessions, including a journal he kept during the time he fought with the International Brigades in the Spanish Civil War.

Theo is brokenhearted when he accidentally lets go of the string of his party balloon. As he watches it float out of sight, Theo wonders where his balloon might have gone. Luckily, his older brother Zeke knows everything about everything. Zeke explains that it is a little-known fact that all lost balloons end up in Chicago, the Windy City.

A Town Called Rottieville, seven-year-old Rosa forms a remarkable bond with her two-year-old Rottweiler, Bella. When Bella gives birth to twelve beautiful puppies, Rosa’s joy is unmatched—until her parents tell her they can’t keep all of them. Overwhelmed with emotion, Rosa runs away, disappearing into the nearby forest during a storm. With the entire town searching, it’s Bella, following her heart and keen instincts, who finds Rosa trapped in a muddy hole. Bella’s bravery not only saves Rosa’s life but also unites the townspeople in an unforgettable rescue.

Lillian and her little brother Noah are moving for the first time into a bigger home. There is so much to do and so many family and friends helping her mom and dad. It's exciting and fun: discovering money and lost socks, watching a moving truck, exploring the new house and minding the cats. Lillian decides in her own way how to be helpful to the grownups on this special day!