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Castor is a honest girl with a younger brother. One day she comes across a nasty, wicked witch who is turning children into animals and gnomes.Castor is unfortunate and is turned into a cat with a very bushy tail. Her younger brother then comes to her aid and sees to it that she is saved, but not before being turned into a stone statue himself.Castor must do all she can to save the heroic brother and at the same time save all those unfortunate children turned into creatures and inanimate objects.Thanks to Castor's beautiful nature the situation is eventually fixed for all time to come.In total there are 25 full-colour pictures. The story is written in rhyme and told over 25 [four-line] verses.

Discover who is fluffy, fuzzy, and furry in this funny animal alphabet like no other!From feathery flamingos to woolly sheep, let little hands go wild and explore them all.

A stunning book in verse inspired by the famous Scottish Gaelic ballad, Twa Corbies, from the award-winning author of Loon and Hawks Kettle, Puffins Wheel and the celebrated illustrator of EveryBody's Different on EveryBody Street. One corbie, twa corbies, Two black crows Perch in the gray Of a November-tree day. This melodious read-aloud reimagines the haunting Scottish Gaelic ballad Twa Corbies as a child-friendly counting book. Two Crows follows a country dweller and their dog on a cold November's day as they observe the wild, wooded landscape all around them. Young readers will delight in observing the crows' strange behaviour as they bitter and squawk, chatter and talk, while rabbling with a rabbit, squabbling with a squirrel, and howling at a hound. As readers watch the crows come and go, they will find themselves counting up to ten and back down again. With stunning, spare verse from the award-winning author of Loon and Hawks Kettle, Puffins Wheel and folk art - inspired artwork by Elizabeth Mrazik-Cleaver Award-nominated illustrator Emma FitzGerald (EveryBody's Different on EveryBody Street; A Pocket of Time), Two Crows is a lilting tale to warm the heart on cold winter nights.

The children thought the answer to this question was simple. Who didn't know their own name? So, they began to call them out when asked. However, a special visitor taught them that Father God had much more to say about who they really are. He declared the truth about their identity that was rooted in God's big love for them. Discover who God says you are!

Visit the Secret Kingdom and find the magical creatures in this sparkling board book with touch and feel door flaps. Read the enchanting rhyme and guess which magical creature is hiding behind the door. Then, open the touch-and-feel door to find out! With fairies, yetis and more, there's something for everyone to enjoy.Great for baby sensory and encouraging.For babies - 3-year-olds. Kids will be excited to receive this as a: -A birthday present, Valentine's Day gift, Easter basket goodie, or stocking stuffer-A road trip activity, boredom buster, or good behavior reward

Fun baby and toddler board book with felt mouths.Life never feels fair when you are little. Why don't things always go your way? And what's wrong with getting everything you want? It's Not Fair! is an interactive funny book sharing all the things kids find unfair, all the ups and downs of toddler life that all end in a happy smile.Sturdy and durable for those little hands. Great for babies to 3 year olds.Kids will be excited to receive this as: - A birthday present, Valentine's Day gift, Easter basket goodie, or stocking stuffer- A road trip activity, boredom buster, or good behavior reward

Who is the big bird that crashed into a tree? Join two owls, Cahoots and Whoodini, as they fly down to their barnyard friends to investigate.

"A girl spends a very special day with her grandparents, going to the museum and the park, and ending up helping her grandfather paint a new birdhouse."--

This silly and quirky kitchen escape about a rebellious pea’s trip down the drain shows what can happen when you take your eyes off your food—perfect for fans of Sue Hendra, Paul Linnet, and Jory John!The Runaway Pea is off the plate again…and this time he’s bounced right down the drain! It’s cold and dark, but he’s not the type who gets grum-pea. Instead, the Runaway Pea is having an amazing time splashing and sliding toward the sewer and making new acquaintances along the way! But are Duck, Fish, and Frog looking for a new friend? Or for a little green snack?

Beauty Woke is a powerful story of pride and community, told with bold lyricism and the heart of a fairy tale, and readers looking for a next-generation Sleeping Beauty will fall in love with the vivid art and lyrical text.Beauty is a Puerto Rican girl loved and admired by her family and community. At first, she's awake to their beauty, and her own?a proud Boricua of Taíno and African descent.But as she grows older, she sees how people who look like her are treated badly, and she forgets what makes her special. So her community bands together to help remind her of her beautiful heritage!

"What will I be if I'm someone other than me? Chameleon is curious about becoming someone new--a dazzling peacock? A powerful rhino? A fluffy koala? With encouragement from friends, chameleon camouflages as various animals within these colorfully clever pages. But, he can't seem to find the right fit. Join chameleon on his adventure while guessing riddles, learning about animals, and discovering the importance of being true to yourself."--Provided by publisher.

"Originally published by Puffin Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House Children's Books U.K., a division of Penguin Random House U.K., London, in 2019."--Colophon.

"A family spends a day at an apple orchard"--Provided by publisher.

complete with blaring, psychedelic illustrations.' Metro (Kitchen Disco)'Fantastic - totally captured my son's imagination.' Parent/Carer, Time to Read Campaign (Kitchen Disco)'Absolutely brilliant.' Librarian, Time to Read Campaign (Kitchen Disco)

It's a magical moment when children discover their own shadows; an amazing new friend who mimics their every move. Join Little Bear as his discovery sparks that joy in your child and perhaps rekindles it in those who are young at heart. This story can also be sung, and, in fact, started as a movement song Judy wrote for her preschool class. The book includes a link to hear the song and a chord chart as well a page of ideas for parents and preschool or kindergarten teachers.Great for preschool and kindergarten science exploration as well as getting the wiggles out.An excellent companion to any lesson on Groundhog's day.Ages 2-8

The inventive young hero from the bestselling I Need a NEW BUTT! is back and this time he has accidentally glued a serving tray to his behind -- and it's great for sliding down hills, surfing big waves, and other booty-full fun. Now all his friends want one too!

"Oakley had eight hands. He did not know which to use. When shaking hands with new friends, which hand should he choose?" It is polite to shake hands meeting new people, but which hand should an eight-handed octopus use? Oakley the Octopus worries himself into a knot as he considers his options. His classmates laugh at his predicament.