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A curious and single-minded baby chick takes off to explore the farm. Cheeky Chick can't help being cheeky--he just wants to explore. With a dollop of luck and under the watchful eye of the farmyard animals, he learns a valuable lesson that he can pass on to the next generation of eager chicks! A funny, characterful picture book that children will want to read again and again.

For newcomers to the world of tarot, learning how to learn about their lives and the past, present, and future of those around them using the cards may seem intimidating. This is the perfect introduction. This helpful book by experts Johannes Fiebig and Evelin Burger details everything an introductory tarot learner will need to know (and even a few things experts might find useful). Full-page explanations of each card are accompanied by illustrations from three foundational decks, the Rider-Waite-Smith, the Marseille, and Aleister Crowley's Thoth Tarot. In addition, the book includes fifteen useful card layouts and intriguing advice on how to use your own intuition for spot-on readings. For everything from a single three-card reading to answer a question or start your day to special advanced spreads for fulfilling your ultimate desire, this is an easy-to-use pathway to new levels of understanding.

In April 2018, Nikki and Doug Mark's perfectly healthy twelve-year-old-son, Tommy, went to sleep one night and never woke up. They're still not exactly sure why. Devastated, Nikki embarked on an unconventional journey to create a legacy for Tommy and to heal her heart. She created a plan to transform neglected land in a Los Angeles public park into a state-of-the-art athletic field, honoring Tommy's love of soccer and sharing his spirit of play with others. After family, friends, and LA's soccer community banded together to raise over a million dollars for the project, park neighbors resistant to change threatened to derail it. Throughout Nikki's journey, a remarkable string of incidents convinced her that her recently departed son was guiding her through the process. Ultimately, Tommy's enduring spirit and the beautiful game he loved taught her how to navigate the challenges she faced along the way.

Using only a name and date of birth, this easy-to-use guide teaches how to use the art of numerology for self-understanding. Incorporating an original approach that takes the two sides of the brain into consideration, Numerology employs methods of both logic and intuition, and then mixes theory and practice through calculations and tests. What are hereditary, expression, and spiritual numbers? How can readers use these numbers to determine their key elemental energies? Along with basic information and background on numerology, this guide shares the tools necessary to use it to understand the world in greater detail.

A new gift edition of a classic title--with illustrations that are reminiscent of Winnie-the-Pooh! A whale and a seagull dance silently on a moon-drenched beach. A grasshopper pays a fortune for a speck of dust. A squirrel and an ant discover a mysterious feast with an invisible host in the depths of a forest. These whimsical animal tales will captivate readers of all ages. "Toon's stories are beautifully told, quirky and delightful . . . they're a joy!" --Wendy Cooling, MBE, founder of Bookstart "You cannot read this book and understand how anyone but Ahlberg could have illustrated it. She is the E. H. Shepard of the 21st century." --Elizabeth Bird, School Library Journal

A Christian girl is stigmatized by her peers after seeking an abortion in this modern retelling of The Scarlet Letter for the #MeToo era. Moving to Hawthorne was something Tess and her mom never anticipated, but after Tess's mom loses her job, it's their only option. Tess's grandparents welcome them into their home, on the condition that Tess and her mom attend church, something Mom isn't too pleased about. But Tess enjoys the church community, finding a place in youth group and the church choir. Faith fills a void Tess didn't know she had. After a very personal decision goes public, Tess faces daily harassment and rejection by her former friends, and singing in the church choir is no longer an option. When she meets some kids in the music room, her only place of solace in the school, she finds they don't judge her for what's happened, and she learns to find her voice again. Against the backdrop of the Spirit Light Festival, Tess will need to find the strength to speak out if she is to have any chance of ending a silent cycle of abuse in Hawthorne. Perfect for fans of YA books like Speak, by Laurie Halse Anderson, or Exit, Pursued by a Bear, by E. K. Johnston, Red is a timely and relevant young adult novel about finding your voice and rising above shame. Anyone looking for teen girl books that explore the complex themes of reproductive rights, religious hypocrisy, and overcoming adversity will appreciate this story of judgment and redemption.

Humorous preschool picture book about a cat chasing his tail! Tutu can see his tail--but he can't catch it! He is determined that nothing will stop him from catching it, so he takes a plane, a train, a bus, a boat--every form of transport you can possibly think of--and guess what? He catches his tail! A fun picture book with a simple concept that explores all forms of transportation. Perfect for preschool children.

A beautiful and original retelling of the famous Clement C. Moore Christmas poem The Night Before Christmas. This is a perfect book for Christmas Eve. Santa is a Polar Bear and he's visiting some penguins in their ice house. They've hung up their stockings and are awaiting their gifts. A wonderful re-imagining of the famous Christmas poem by new author-illustrator Ben Kirchner.

Created by award-winning card artist Ginger Betty (Tracey Colliston), this series of heartfelt picture books explores the warmth and emotions of friendship and family. The perfect gift for those you love. Love and Hugs: Winter explores and celebrates all things wintery with a whole host of delightful new characters rendered in soft watercolors. There are winter walks, hot chocolate and log fires, being with friends, and spending time together.

"It's the middle of winter, it's very cold, and Ori and her friends want to play outside. But there's no snow! Ori makes a wish, and soon a special snowflake brings delight to an entire town."--Provided by publisher.

"Learn many interesting facts about the structure and set-up of towns. What does a school look like? What can you find in a shopping center? These huge-format, 40-page books, illustrated by Britta Teckentrup, feature fun-filled busy places. Bursting with information, humor, and color, they teach children about how towns function."--

Learn many interesting facts about how vehicles on the ground, in the air, and on water feature in our everyday lives and discovery of the world. What is the importance of electric vehicles? What can you find out at sea? These huge-format, 40 -age books, illustrated by Britta Teckentrup, feature fun-filled vehicles. Bursting with information, humor, and color, they teach children about all the different vehicles that exist.

This funny and quirky picture book celebrates children's imagination. The narrator of this book knows exactly what monsters are like: they never brush their hair or go to the dentist; they don't wear glasses or play the piano or put on their shoes . . . Monsters don't know they are monsters. They don't do this and they don't do that, and do you know why? Because monsters don't exist!

A taut, breakout psychological thriller with a wicked twist. Matty Melgren is a convicted serial killer serving life without parole for the murders of several women in London in the 1980s. He has consistently protested his innocence, and the evidence against him was largely circumstantial. At the time of his arrest, Matty's girlfriend was Amelia-Rose, a single mother to 12-year-old Sophie. Sophie adores Matty. He's handsome, funny, respectable--she could never suspect him of the brutal killings in the headlines. Then a police sketch of a suspect is released that looks a lot like Matty. Was it him? Sophie is consumed with doubt and guilt, causing her to act impulsively, ripping her family apart. Years later, she is still haunted by her actions. Was she wrong to have done what she did all those years ago? Then Sophie receives a letter from Matty--he's dying and asks her to visit him in prison. Will she finally get the answers she needs to be able to reclaim her future? Already a bestseller in the UK, this twisty, true crime-inspired mystery thriller is perfect for fans of page-turning crime books like The Last Thing He Told Me or Before I Go to Sleep, or readers of serial killer books about Ted Bundy and other infamous murderers.

A stunning and inspiring guide to selecting, preparing, and enjoying sustainable seafood, with 75 recipes, from a world-class spearfisherwoman. Growing up in Montreal, Valentine Thomas was not innately drawn to the water; in fact, it scared her. But later, dissatisfied with her work in corporate law and finance, she was introduced to a sport called spearfishing while on holiday in Ibiza. The ocean--which she had once feared--became her greatest passion, and she made fishing and diving her life's work. In Good Catch, Valentine shares her love for the bounty of waters around the world, as well as her enthusiasm and expertise for cooking fish and seafood in a sustainable way. The recipes, inspired by Valentine's favorite fishing destinations, are organized by region, and include both classic and creative preparations, such as Grilled Clams with Butter, Garlic, and Parsley, a Seafood Boil, Snapper Panzanella with Grapefruit, and Fish Head Nachos. Valentine also teaches readers the surprisingly simple skills they'll need to build a responsible repertoire of seafood recipes, provides tips for making the most eco-friendly choices, and discusses the best ways to prepare each and every type of fish, from raw dishes like ceviche to a baked whole fish. Illustrated by gorgeous photography of both the dishes and scenes from Valentine's dramatic dives, Good Catch is more than just a fish cookbook--it's an adventure into the world of delicious and sustainable seafood. Whether you are new to cooking fish or a seasoned pescatarian in search of more seafood cookbooks, Good Catch is sure to please!

The spirited daughter of Bohemian immigrants, Ántonia must adapt to a hard existence on the desolate prairies of the Midwest. Enduring childhood poverty, teenage seduction, and family tragedy, she eventually becomes a wife and mother on a Nebraska farm. A fictional record of how women helped forge the communities that formed a nation, My Ántonia is also a hauntingly eloquent celebration of the strength, courage, and spirit of America's early pioneers.

Kitty's ballet slippers are lost, and she needs help finding them. As kids join in the search, they'll have a great time opening drawers, doors, and toy chest lids, and touching the tulle of Kitty's tutu and her soft fairy wings. Full color.

A heartwarming collection of 52 stories--one for each week of the year--to make you feel a little bit better about the world we live in, accompanied by unique illustrations made from recycled fabric. Are you one of those people who feel that over the last few years we have had more than our fair share of bad news? This fabulous gift book is a perfect antidote to bad news stories. Filled with happiness and positivity, it celebrates the good things in life, and puts a smile on any reader's face! Fans of positive news shows like Some Good News with John Krasinski will find similarly cheerful and comforting content in this book, while readers of all ages who enjoyed the unique fabric art illustrations of Salley Mavor or the Cozy Classics series will appreciate Martin Smatana's art made from upcycled scraps of cloth.

Fabulous, large-format, 40-page, hardback, full of bold, colorful, and appealing animal portraits, from mice to elephants, pandas to reindeer. Captivating and beautiful.

This HUGE format features 40 pages of Britta Teckentrup's fun-filled Big Noisy Book of Animals. Bursting with information, humor, and color, this book helps animals learn about what animals eat, how they move, and what makes an animal an animal!

This HUGE format features 40 pages of Britta Teckentrup's fun-filled Big Noisy Book of Dinosaurs. Bursting with information, humor, and color, this book helps kids learn about all different kinds of dinosaurs, and what happened to them!​

When Jackson's soccer ball accidentally lands in his neighbor's rose bush, he thinks he's ruined Mr. Graham's roses forever. So he quickly writes a letter to Mr. Graham that blossoms into a marvelous friendship. Jackson writes letters, highlighting the everyday moments to make them feel larger than life, and Mr. G keeps writing back until the very end of his life, encouraging Jackson to live each day to the fullest. This breathtakingly beautiful epistolary story shows the strength of letter-writing and intergenerational bonds. The text is accompanied by tender and evocative artwork to remind us that even as seasons change, our loved ones always stay in our hearts.

Blue like the raindrops. Green like the soft grass. Yellow like the warm sun. This is the story of how the rainbow snail came to be. It takes sun and rain to make a rainbow, and what better combination of colors could there be?

Funny split-page pictures and simple reading text make these books perfect to share with toddlers. Full of humor and fun, they aid child development as your little one learns to read visual clues and match legs to the right animals. ​

Funny split-page pictures and simple reading text make these books perfect to share with toddlers. Full of humor and fun, they aid child development as your little one learns to read visual clues and match ears to the right animals. ​

This stunning chapbook--perfect reading for the Christmas holidays--includes three classic winter tales by Hans Christian Andersen: "The Little Match-Girl," "The Fir-Tree," and "The Snow Man."

What happens when a little dragon gets angry? She FLAMES red-hot . . . and things get burnt. Through this adorable character, Magic Hug explores the powerful feeling of anger, showing how it affects us and everyone we love. But it also offers a simple, loving solution: hug your anger away! Fifi Kuo's unique illustrations deliver a meaningful message to children trying to understand their emotions.

The seven unicorns of Rainbow Valley are back and on a world tour! Best of all, they still enjoy playing hide-and-seek. Kids can join in by finding all seven in every scene. Answers are in the back, along with "Spotter's Checklists." Full color. Consumable.