Community & Neighbours

A universal story of kindness, compassion, and the importance of looking for the best in others by the #1 New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Do with an Idea?<BR><BR>You have to wonder what they’re thinking. The other people.<BR>They’re not from here. They’re over there.<BR>They’re different.<BR><BR>Standing by the hedge that divides them, two children wonder what the people on the opposite side are like. They're not like us, one child insists. The other child wonders: How are they different? Can they fly? Do they have tentacles? Are they machines? Or are they human? And if they are, do they think and feel? Maybe, just maybe, the people here and the people there are not so different after all.<BR><BR>Written with gentle humor and illustrated with spare, emotionally powerful pictures, Others is a thoughtful exploration of how our assumptions can prevent us from connection and a beautiful reminder that we are all human beings living together on this earth.

What happens if you build a house made of books?<BR><BR>Simon loves books. He loves them so much, he decides to build a house made of books. Simon works hard, stacking book after book, until he has the perfect cosy home - a house made of poems and pictures, stories and songs.<BR><BR>Simon is very happy in his new home - until one day, a neighbour stops by to borrow a book. Before long, everyone wants to borrow a book from Simon - and the little house starts to look a bit wobbly. But when Simon's house made of books comes tumbling down, his friends and neighbours come together to rebuild his home - bigger and stronger than ever before. <BR><BR>A beautiful, joyful picture book about community, kindness and connection that's made to be shared again and again.

Die elfjährige Lulu hat einfach nur Pech. Während ihre ehemals beste Freundin Emma perfekte Noten schreibt und alle anderen cool und beliebt sind, läuft bei Lulu alles schief. Bis an einem verregneten Tag ein geheimnisvoller Professor aus ihrem Lieblingsbaum im Garten klettert und ihr eine Kette überreicht: "Finde das große Glück, Lulu. Du hast sieben Tage Zeit, dann öffnet sich die magische Kette für dich!" Zusammen mit Glim, einem winzigen goldenen Glücksfunken, macht sich Lulu auf die Suche. Doch erst als sie aufhört, an den falschen Stellen zu suchen, entdeckt sie, wo das wahre Glück die ganze Zeit versteckt war...

High in the bright blue sky Floated Larry, a little cloud guy. For Larry the Little Cloud, the sky really is the limit. He loves to roam from city to country as he people watches from his spacious home in the sky. Although he likes being a fluffy, cotton-ball cloud, he sometimes feels a little envious of his storm cloud friends with their booming thunder and flashing lightning-that is until he witnesses the big impact storms can have down on land. From beloved TV weatherman Larry Sprinkle comes this endearing tale about compassion, camaraderie, and staying true to ourselves in all kinds of weather.

A picture-book love letter to bookstores, inspired by a song from award-winning children’s songwriter and ukulele player Emily Arrow.<BR><BR>For one little girl, the local bookstore is not only the beginning of her reading journey, it’s a world that’s always there for her—one that allows her imagination to soar, provides any answers she needs, and sparks her curiosity. It’s a place of wishes and dreams, where everybody and every book fits in. There’s always someone there who is happy to see her and help find her next exciting chapter. With cozy, fanciful illustrations by Geneviève Godbout and based on musician Emily Arrow’s song of the same name, Dear Bookstore is an ode to bookstores, the people who love them, and the books that fill them with magic.

Our bestselling global board book series, now in paperback with extended endmatter for older kids! Nǐ hǎo! Let's spend a day in China! Fly kites in the square, buy sweet lychee at the market and go paddle boating at the lake. Even learn words in Mandarin with pronunciation guides throughout the story. - Part of the Barefoot Books Our World series - Written by Chinese author and illustrator Songju Ma Daemicke and Jam Dong - Endmatter offers a further glimpse into life in China

In this sweet book by seven-year-old Oliver Popa, a humanoid honeybee named Drippey plants a garden for himself. What he discovers as he watches his hard work bloom is how enjoyable a garden becomes when the gardener gets to share its fruits with the whole planet. An easy-to-read story for the whole family that will leave everyone smiling, this book makes for a great gift and leaves the door open to conversation about friendship, growth, and community. Its message is pure and far-reaching-and the gardens it inspires will feed many in the lives it touches.

NOW WITH REVOLTING EXCLUSIVE BONUS CONTENT!!!<BR><BR>A wickedly funny and prank-filled adventure starring one of Roald Dahl's most hilarious and popular creations, The Twits. <BR><BR>This brand-new and deliciously revolting story is brilliantly written by internationally bestselling authors and children's literacy advocates Greg James and Chris Smith and illustrated by Emily Jones.<BR><BR>Mr and Mrs Twit are just about as nasty and revolting as two people can get. The only thing that brings the two of them pleasure is playing pranks on one another.<BR><BR>But, when a new family called the Lovelies move in next door, with their lively 10-year-old twins, they teach The Twits to stop being so mean and horrible and they all live happily ever after . . .<BR><BR>Ha! Not really. The Twits HATE the Lovelies.<BR><BR>But how far will The Twits go to rid themselves of their horribly nice new neighbours? And what happens when these new neighbours, who are armed with utter loveliness, start to fight back?<BR><BR>Loved The Twits Next Door? Read more fantastically funny adventures from Greg James and Chris Smith:- The Kid Normal series- The Great Dream Robbery- Super Ghost- The Kid Who Fell Through Time

★ "Beautifully compiled and gently informative, this is an exceptional part of a must-have series for board-book collections." -- Booklist, starred review Namaste! Come along for a day in India! Wake to a myna bird's song, dine on dal, count mango trees and more. Even learn words in Hindi with pronunciation guides throughout the story. - Part of the Barefoot Books Our World series - Written by Indian author and illustrator Meera Sriram and Neethi - Extended endmatter offers a further glimpse into life in India

Our bestselling global board book series, now in paperback with extended endmatter for older kids! Slava Ukraini! Let's spend a day in Ukraine. Paint eggs, picnic in the park surrounded by paper angels and take a trip to the river. Even learn words in Ukrainian with pronunciation guides throughout the story. - Part of the Barefoot Books Our World series - Written by Ukrainian author and illustrator Kateryna Yehorushkina and Olga Shtonda - Extended endmatter offers a further glimpse into life in Ukraine

On a cold winter's night of deep snow, an old sleigh delivers needful things-firewood for warmth, joyous rides through the snow presents for loved ones. But as the town takes these gifts, the sleigh is given less care and lies broken and abandoned-until another snowbound night and a new family give the old sleigh new life and purpose.This enchanting picture book from acclaimed creators Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey celebrates family, friendship and simple acts of giving.

This is the definitive picture book for any Missouri Tiger fan, but it's also perfect for anybody looking for their voice. Truman the Tiger is worried that he doesn't fit in with the other tigers since he doesn't have a roar. So, he goes on a spirited adventure all over TIger Country to find it. Football fans, Mizzou Alumni and residents of Missouri will all find connection with the story that explains local and regional landmarks, but also finding yourself. Every True Son and Daughter knows the University of Missouri and its lovable mascot, Truman the Tiger. However, few know the story of how Truman found his roar... until now. Follow a young Truman on his journey across Tiger Country in search of his roar and learn how he became the mascot he is today. Plus, look for Mizzou and Columbia landmarks along the way!

With her birthday approaching, JoJo's parents ask her to think about what kind of present she would like to receive. Since she enjoys looking at the charm bracelets of her friends in school, she decides that she would like a charm bracelet of her own. Her parents think that is a wonderful idea and ask JoJo to think about what charms she would like to have on her bracelet. JoJo's Special Bracelet finds JoJo asking some of her neighbors to give her ideas about what her bracelet should look like. When her birthday finally arrives, JoJo discovers that her presents are even more special than she would have guessed. JoJo's Special Bracelet, along with Anthony Mazzurco's first book JoJo's Wondrous New House (which appeared on the Amazon best-seller list and also received a 5-star review from The Book Revue), invite young readers and pre-readers, with the help of an adult, to enjoy the story and to think about what they might say or do along with the characters in the books.

A spy notices Akadeli's child under a tree and allows it to play with his necklace. Akadeli climbs down and the spy tells her the child has changed his mind about fighting. Jasusi anamwona mtoto wa Akadeli chini ya mti na kumruhusu kucheza na mkufu wake. Akadeli anashuka na mpelelezi akamwambia mtoto amebadili mawazo kuhusu kupigana. Your purchase of this book supports Library For All in its mission to make knowledge available to all, equally.

After experiencing the Great Barrier Reef on his last trip to Australia, Ozzy decides he wants to explore some of Australia's capital cities, starting with Sydney.During his holiday in Sydney, Ozzy meets the Linn family and stays with them in their harbourside home. The Linn children, Jade, Chen and Mei, really enjoy taking Ozzy around Sydney.In just a little over a week Ozzy experiences the fun of Bondi Beach, the glamour of the QVB, the joy of Taronga Zoo, the awe of the Sydney Opera House and the many attractions of Darling Harbour.Join Ozzy and his new friends as he explores Sydney and many of the experiences it has to offer.

Tom sells bananas at the market, so he can buy soap, sugar, and bread. Have you seen someone like Tom selling bananas at the market?Tom anauza ndizi sokoni, ili anunue sabuni, sukari, na mkate. Je, umemwona mtu kama Tom akiuza ndizi sokoni?Your purchase of this book supports Library For All in its mission to make knowledge available to all, equally.

Discover the True meaning behind your favorite Christmas items. Santa explains it all and teaches a beautiful holiday lesson to a sad Mom. Tis' the season for family, celebrating, learning, and loving the greatest gift of all ... God's love!

A giant needs help carrying something and tricks a young girl into helping. The young girl is rescued after singing about her family.Jitu linahitaji msaada wa kubeba kitu na kumlaghai msichana mdogo ili kusaidia. Msichana huyo mchanga aokolewa baada ya kuimba kuhusu familia yake.Your purchase of this book supports Library For All in its mission to make knowledge available to all, equally.