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All his life, William Stanley searched for a wild place of his own. Growing up in the straightened-out city blocks of his childhood and finding some respite in summer trips to a cabin in the woods, he yearned for space, fragrant soil, tall trees, and the silence that surrounds them. In Hawaii, he learned of acres of land depleted from toxic agricultural practices, and he became determined to restore that land and create one of the most comprehensive palm gardens in the world.

Un poema de Lewis Carroll que cuenta, en ocho actos, las aventuras de una tripulación de marineros que se embarca en la búsqueda del peligrosísimo Snark.

Join the fun-loving kids Lila and Burly as they explore the wonders of the forest close to where they live. They will learn, laugh, and encounter some interesting new friends who get them into a tricky situation. You will fall in love with Lila and Burly as they meet the absurd Coyote and Vulture, who, in thinking they know what’s best, end up making a great big mess. With a compelling moral at the heart of the story, Lila and Burly and the Bosses of the Forest is a whimsical rhyming tale that children will adore and remember for a lifetime.

On the verge of winter, the autumn wind issues an invitation: "Come one, come all to the annual windfall ball!" Join all the animals in this rhyming book as they gather for the autumn wind's harvest in preparation for the long winter.

"Once I dreamed I swam / the ocean / and saw everything deep, cool / and was part of the waves. / I swam on by the people / onshore / hollering, / 'A girl like you needs to / stay out of the water / and be dry / like everyone else.'" Empower young listeners to embrace their individuality, reject societal limitations, and follow their dreams. This inspiring book uses a poem by acclaimed author Angela Johnson to celebrate girls of color.

Rocks may seem like boring, static objeRocks may seem like boring, static objects—until you discover that a rock can spark a fire, glow in the dark, and provide shelters of all shapes and sizes. Laura Purdie Salas's lyrical rhyming text shows how rocks decorate and strengthen the world around them.cts—until you discover that a rock can spark a fire, glow in the dark, and provide shelters of all shapes and sizes. Laura Purdie Salas's lyrical rhyming text and Violeta Dabija's glowing illustrations show how rocks decorate and strengthen the world around them.

Celebrate with the dinos as they gather flowers for a spring bouquet, throw an egg painting party, pet newborn farm animals, visit a chocolate factory, and join an Easter parade with Peter Clobbertail. At last, it's time for the egg hunt. Will Raptor finally get to eat his treats?

As the sun sets, night creatures awaken. In their rural backyard, a parent and child camp out, watching as fireflies flicker, bats flap, and rabbits race.

Enjoy a family Christmas singalong with Baroness Floella Benjamin, including favourites such as 'We Wish you a Merry Christmas', 'Jingle Bells' and 'Ding Dong Merrily on High'! This audiobook features 15 familiar Christmas songs to enjoy, all sung by Floella herself. You can also learn about Floella's own Christmas memories and traditions, and join her in some festive fun with every song.

Maya is the pragmatic twin, but her secret anxiety threatens to overwhelm her. Chaya is the outgoing twin. When she sees her beloved sister suffering, she wants to tell their parents—which makes Maya feel completely betrayed.

The Goops are back with their sloppy manners, rudeness, and general all-around naughtiness, setting an example of how not to behave, much to the endless delight of children of all ages. First published in 1903, this second of the well-known Goop books contains many of the funniest and most original of Burgess' famous rhymes. With dozens of verses on everything from loyalty to the etiquette of eating soup, there is something here for everyone to enjoy.

Join Penelope as she floats through her dreams filled with beautiful colors, birds, ants, and bees.

"It means I'm an artist, just like Michelangelo!" Ida answered. In this fun and delightful story, young listeners are invited on a playdate with Ida as she engages in imaginative play with ordinary common objects. Repetition and rhyming are used in a realistic way to stimulate and celebrate creative thinking in children. The role parents play in nurturing their child's or children's imagination and creativity is vividly illustrated by Ida's affectionate interaction with her mother.

With its playful rhymed verse, this bedtime favorite from author Ann Whitford Paul, If Animals Kissed Good Night, is sure to delight time and again. If animals kissed like we kiss good night . . .what would they do? Giraffe and his calf would stretch their necks high, and kiss just beneath the top of the sky. Wolf and his pup would kiss and then HOWL. And Sloth and her baby move soooo slooowwwww . . .they're sure to be kissing until long after everyone is fast asleep!

Being a Baby Busy Bee is fun! But what do you do when there is work to be done? Get this book and learn how to have fun and work as a team.

In Solomon Learns Math, Solomon is having a hard time learning math in school, so his family chips in and helps him learn basic math through real-world application.

In Solomon Learns About Money, Solomon's dad introduces him to the very basics of making money and begins his financial literacy journey by encouraging him to save and invest.

In Solomon Learns to Read, Solomon figures out the importance of learning letters and their sound so that he can learn to spell everything.

Nimeona Panya leo; hayuko kwenye kukodisha na uwepo wake unasumbua amani ya nyumba yangu. Sio nyumbani kwangu, haitatokea. Mimi ni Mfalme wa ngome hii, panya nyumbani kwangu ni shida sana. Kunyanyasa na haraka, lakini sio darasani kidogo, sitaacha hadi apate mahali pengine pa kukaa. Nina mpango, mimi ndiye mwanamume katika nyumba hii, bora kuliko panya anayepiga. Nitamfanya apakie jibini lake na kunyakua valise yake. Nitamtuma kutoka nyumbani kwangu kutafuta mahali pengine pa kuzurura. Aliushika mkia wake na kuonesha uoga mdogo wa kunaswa kwenye mpango alioupanga mwanaume.

Listeners learn the steps of planting seeds and caring for them as they grow in a story told in verse.