conduct of life

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conduct of life

The egg incident

2024
Make sure you double-knot your shoelaces, Humphrey. Never run. Never jump. And never ever ever sit on a wall. You remember what happened to your uncle... A graphic novel which offers a cautionary tale about caution itself.
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Everyone gets a turn

2024
When the precious little egg they found in the woods hatches, four animal friends--Bear, Hare, Turtle and Mouse--take turns caring for the newborn chick, in this celebration of friendship, resourcefulness, trust and the power of community.

When you have to wait

2024
A mindful, gentle picture book about patience and learning to find beauty in the act of waiting.

Give back

2024
A picture book about a young girl and her multigenerational family, giving back to their community through participation in a community meal and clothing drive.

Free period

2024
"Forced to join the school's Community Action Club, troublemaking best friends Helen and Gracie take over the club's campaign for maxi pads in bathrooms and soon find themselves closer to change and deeper in trouble than ever before, forcing them to make a difficult decision"--Provided by publisher.
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From my head to my toes

2024
"Introduces young readers to the topics of consent and bodily autonomy in a positive way. Cheerful and informative, this story focuses on the powerful message of self-love. [The author's] words are paired with expert-vetted resources, giving adults the tools to begin having these essential conversations with kids from a young age"--Publisher.

Pretty ugly

2024
"In this hilarious illustrated fable, Anna Van Ogre loses her lovely monstrous looks and is turned into a sickeningly adorable, rosy-cheeked little girl. It starts her on a journey to learn an unforgettable lesson about true beauty"--Provided by publisher.
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The kindness booth

When Mya wakes up to a gloomy day, her grandpa asks her how she could make the day brighter. His simple question puts Mya into motion, and together with her little brother, Oliver, and neighbor Addie, she opens the Kindness Booth. Their plan is to spread some sunshine to the neighbors in her apartment complex by helping them throughout the day. But what happens when the booth gets rained out?.
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Bibsy Cross and the bad apple

2024
Precocious eight-year-old Bibsy navigates a relationship with a teacher who thinks she talks too much.
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You're so amazing!

2024
"Joe and his friend Simone are practicing their best playground tricks, but everyone keeps saying how amazing Joe is, even when he tries to let Simone be the star. Will he ever get to be just Joe, whether he's amazing or not?"--Publisher.
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