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From revered nature writer Brenda Peterson and told through striking and vibrant mixed-media collages by Caldecott Medalist Ed Young, Catastrophe by the Sea is a poignant story of redemption through empathy and compassion found in the most surprising places, and also provides a rich understanding of small creatures that live in a dangerous tidal zone.A lost cat roams the tide pools, pawing relentlessly at the small creatures that live there. One day an anemone confronts him and asks why he is alone and befriends him. In partnership with the Seattle Aquarium, Catastrophe by the Sea delivers a powerful message of finding understanding and friendship, and at the same time educates on the varied wildlife brimming in tide pools. "For several years, the Seattle Aquarium has studied the role of empathy in promoting conservation. Empathy is the ability to perceive, understand and care about the experiences or perspectives of another person or animal. We most often feel empathy for other people, but we can also feel empathy for animals. This led us to the idea of a children's book. Animals are regular protagonists in children's books, but these characters are primarily vertebrates and often charismatic mammals. Could we create a book that would allow kids and their caregivers to empathize with strange and exotic marine animals, like sea anemones or barnacles? We hope this book strikes a chord with audiences and fosters empathy for animals less like us." --Jim Wharton, director of conservation engagement and learning at the Seattle Aquarium

Little Narwhal Lost is a heartwarming tale inspired by a true story of how a young narwhal finds himself a new family to love and accept him-a pod of beluga whales!

Creative team Mark Penta (illustrator) and T.M. Murphy (writer) are childhood friends who co-created the Totally Weird Activity Books as a way to get kids creating.Origins of this series was in a self-published title, “Wicked Weird Story Starters,” in 2014.Author T.M. Murphy has written books for children and teaches at Boston College; lives in Falmouth, MA.Illustrator Mark Penta is an author, caricaturist, and illustrator who has taught at RISD and MassBay; he lives in Framingham, MA.Unusual Objects in Peculiar Places is the second story starters book in the Totally Weird Activity Books series; first two releases in Fall 2022 are Super Strange Story Starters and Creative Coloring and Far-Out Fun.

Another series by bestselling author Tina Wells, The Stitch Clique weaves a heartfelt story told in alternating perspectives about family, first crushes, and new friendships to last forever.

"Ever since her parents' divorce, Sophia's life at home with her mom hasn't been easy. So when her dad moves back to New York, Sophia jumps on the chance to visit--not only can she go her favorite museums and stores again, but she also misses seeing her dad every day. Everything about New York feels so familiar and right. But as much as she loves the city, Sophia can't help but worry about her mom and wish her friends back home could be with her. Yet when she's in Lower Merion, all she can think about is getting back to New York with her dad. Will Sophia ever find where belongs?"--Provided by publisher.

A memoir about whatit's like when they think you're their daughter, but you know you'retheir son. For as long as he couldremember, Grayson has known he is a boy, not a girl. While his identical twinsister wore princess dresses and danced ballet in a tutu, Grayson preferred hisSpider-Man costume or sweats. He was uncomfortable in anything considered"girly." People called him a tomboy, but he knew that wasn't right either. Heexplained to his mother, "I know I'm supposed to be your daughter, but I feel> Graysonis now twelve years old. This is his story about what it's like growing uptransgender--from small moments, like getting a new haircut or playing football, to the big life events, like choosing a bathroom, coming out to his friends, and picking a new name. Filled with humor and joy, Dotson isa thought-provoking and honest story of one boy's journey to becoming his best> The>

To know the story of the life and times of Judge Gilbert Merritt is to understand modern U.S. politics of the mid to late 20th century--how it came to be, and how it worked-particularly in the American South.

In his walks around London, Captain W. meets a local family and befriends their young son. Childless, the Captain comes up with stories and small adventures to entertain the boy while his parents go off to work. Of all his tall tales, David loves the one about Peter Pan best. The Little White Bird is a novel by J. M. Barrie.

The Adventures of an Ugly Girl (1893) is a novel by Elizabeth Burgoyne Corbett. While she is mostly remembered today for New Amazonia, a feminist utopian novel which depicts the emergence of an advanced society of women in the not-so-distant future, Corbett was also a pioneering romance and detective novelist. While little is known about Corbett, her surviving novels and stories suggest she was a passionate campaigner for women¿s suffrage in an era of conservative politics and traditional values. ¿¿Why, what does it matter how your hair is dressed, or what sort of a gown you put on? You may just as well spare your pains, for unfortunately nothing that you can do seems to mitigate your ugliness. I¿m sure I cannot think where you get it.¿¿ Dora Courtenay is moments away from meeting her new stepmother, but can¿t find anything proper to wear for the occasion. Despite her sister Belle¿s constant bullying, she finds the confidence to get herself dressed and, with her brother Jerry¿s encouragement, goes downstairs to finish preparing the dining room for their guest. As her father and his new bride wait in the next room, Dora, unaware of their presence, makes a crude joke about Lady Elizabeth, only to discover that her insult, however innocent, was overheard. Despite this blunder, the two start off on even ground, leading Dora to believe that she could grow to admire her new stepmother. Soon, however, her step grandfather the Earl of Greatlands makes a surprising request: he would like to marry her, making Dora a Countess. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Elizabeth Burgoyne Corbett¿s The Adventures of an Ugly Girl is a classic of Victorian romance literature reimagined for modern readers.

This is the sequel/follow-up to 2020’s bestselling The Noisy Classroom, which was a 2020 Wishing Shelf Book Awards Silver Medalist; Finalist in the 2020 American Fiction Awards for Children’s Fiction; Winner of the 2020 American Fiction Awards for Best Cover Design, Children’s Books; and a Finalist in the Children’s Book Council’s Kids Book Choice Awards for Best Illustrated Character.Author Angela Shanté has built her profile since releasing The Noisy Classroom with the release of 2021’s When My Cousins Come to Town, which made the New York Public Library’s Best Books for Kids list; she has ~1.5k followers on Instagram and has started her own publishing house, Sunday Dinner Publishing, “highlighting inclusive writing which brings everyone to the table.”Angela Shanté taught in a classroom for 10 years, and wanted to continue to highlight the nontraditional classroom in a positive and inspiring way: “This classroom was much like my classroom. I believed in having fun, playing games, moving around, dancing, and enjoying the education experience [for the students and myself]. I think my classroom was dubbed ‘The Noisy Classroom’ because of it. I’ve found students can work, they can learn, they can be successful… and they can do so in a nontraditional way.”Excellent diversity pick, full of humor and positive SEL character traits.Book guide will be available and targeted for both educators and parents.Lexile 640L

Creative team Mark Penta (illustrator) and T.M. Murphy (writer) are childhood friends who co-created the Totally Weird Activity Books as a way to get kids creatingOriginally self-published as the “Wicked Weird Story Starters” in 2014Author T.M. Murphy has written books for children and teaches at Boston College; he lives in Falmouth, MAIllustrator Mark Penta is an author, caricaturist, and illustrator who has taught at RISD and MassBay; he lives in Framingham, MAActivity book series launches with the first two titles, Super Strange Story Starters for creative writing, and Creative Coloring and Far-Out Fun for drawing, in Fall 2022 with a third volume, Unusual Objects in Peculiar Places in Spring 2023

Creative team Mark Penta (illustrator) and T.M. Murphy (writer) are childhood friends who co-created the Totally Weird Activity Books as a way to get kids creatingOriginally self-published as the “Wicked Weird Story Starters” in 2014Author T.M. Murphy has written books for children and teaches at Boston College; he lives in Falmouth, MAIllustrator Mark Penta is an author, caricaturist, and illustrator who has taught at RISD and MassBay; he lives in Framingham, MAActivity book series launches with the first two titles, Super Strange Story Starters for creative writing, and Creative Coloring and Far-Out Fun for drawing, in Fall 2022 with a third volume, Unusual Objects in Peculiar Places in Spring 2023

With gentleness and empathy, this beautiful story follows a young boy as he learns how a word that may seem funny to one person can be hurtful to another.When Words Have Power. . . follows a boy as he learns how a word that may seem funny to one person can be hurtful to another.Publishers Weekly, Fall Children's AnnouncementsHenry overhears someone calling his Chinese American mother a strange name at the market: banana. But Henry doesn't understand. A banana is just a piece of fruit. What's the big deal? And what does the name mean?With beautiful illustrations, When Words Have Power gently reveals the powerful effect microaggressions and name calling can have, and instead shows how a little kindness and respect can lead to bright, new friendships and stronger relationships with loved ones.

A sweet, whimsical story about the meaningfulness behind a person's name and the power of accepting people just as they are.Featured in Children's Book Council's Summer 2022 Showcase: Love Makes the World Go RoundNames are so important. They are our parents' first gifts to us. They have history and meaning. For some it is the name we choose that embraces the best version of ourselves. Everyone deserves to be called by their correct name. This was simply beautiful.Lupe, Bookmarks (Winston-Salem, NC)Edimorwhitimormiligimmus Tug is determined to teach his classmates and teacher about the important family stories behind his superlong name.Publishers Weekly, Fall Children's AnnouncementsEdimorwhitimormiligimmus Tug has a very special name that is all his own. But his teacher thinks it's too long and hard to say. One day she shortens it to. . . Ed.But he loves his name just the way it is. So he comes up with a planif he can teach everyone his name, maybe they'll love it too!Sweet and whimsical, My Name Is Not Ed Tug empowers readers to own their identities and proudly celebrate who they are.

A heartwarming tale buzzing with sincerity, humor, and kindness, Little Bee's Flower is about the courage in venturing out on your own—and also the strength in asking for help sometimes.Let's Talk Picture Books Crush of the Week!"Souva's textured nature renderings and softened tones complement this little bee's determined journey. A squat trim mirrors Little Bee's size, reminding readers that she is small but mighty. . . Gently models finding courage and asking for help."—Kirkus ReviewsLittle Bee flies out on her very first mission: find a flower. But what does a flower look like? What does it smell like? What does it taste like? Will Little Bee ever find what she’s looking for?A heartwarming tale about finding your inner courage and strength, and the support and love of others.