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Award-winning author Tanya Landman brings a fresh perspective to horse-riding stories with a heart-warming new series about friendship and dreaming big. Meg treasures every moment that she gets to spend riding, and she has always longed for a pony of her own. She knows Mum and Dad can't afford a pony – they can't even afford her weekly riding lessons any more. But on the morning of her tenth birthday, Meg looks out the window to an unbelievable...
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"Down the hill I run, rain-booted and sweater-free. And all around me, swallows swirl." One child's year is punctuated by the life cycle of the swallows roosting in the eaves of the shed. She watches as they build nests and teach their young to snap up bugs, zipping through the air in loop-the-loops. Winter comes and she imagines their journey south, towards warmer, longer days. And when the swallows return? She greets them open armed as friends....
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Join Unchika, a lively chicken residing in a quaint village, as she embarks on an unforgettable adventure filled with supernatural surprises and unexpected friendships.In a close-knit town, Unchika the cheerful chicken roams freely, spreading joy with her infectious clucks and colorful feathers. But one fateful day, disaster strikes when Unchika encounters a cunning fox. In a desperate attempt to escape, Unchika valiantly flees from the predator but...
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Nestled beside the swamp lies a bustling factory that recklessly pours its chemical waste into the once-vibrant habitat. The toxic surge floods the swamp, claiming the lives of its inhabitants, including the cheeky frog named Kiwi. Little did Kiwi know that his story was far from over.On the night of Halloween, when shadows loom large and the air crackles with supernatural energy, a witch named Sirena stumbles upon the desolate swamp. Moved by the...
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Join Bella, a spirited girl with a heart full of curiosity, in this enchanting children's fairy tale that weaves magic, adventure, and a touch of Halloween spookiness. In the small town of Whimsyville, there once lived a cheerful fox named Felix. Unfortunately, one fateful day, Felix's joyous life takes a dark turn when he is struck by a car and meets an untimely end. Little did anyone know, this was just the beginning of an extraordinary adventure.As...
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In a peaceful farm nestled within a small town, a brave and mischievous pig named Mykola roamed in search of thrilling adventures. One fateful day, Mykola found himself in a ferocious encounter with a bear, and although he fought valiantly, the outcome was tragic. The lifeless body of Mykola was tenderly laid to rest in the animal cemetery, bringing an end to his earthly journey.Enter Rick, an intrepid explorer with an insatiable curiosity for the...
8) Country Baby
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In this endearing board book, mom and baby enjoy a day out on the farm, picking carrots, cuddling sheep and finally coming home for a warm bath and snuggly bedtime. Pull on your boots for a day out on the farm.
Mud puddles, speckled eggs and cozy sheep's wool...It's a day in the country for mom and baby.
It starts when we pull on rubber boots. Then we're ready to splash in puddles, pet the cozy sheep's wool and explore the sounds and sights of...
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In the Kasongo family, Binwa works hard at her job and in her home. She is tired. Will her husband and kids help, so she can get some rest? The Kasongos need a new sofa and chairs, but furniture is expensive. What can they do? Joseph finished his first year of university. The family celebrated with a special dinner. Jerome hears a dripping tap in the kitchen. He can't fix it. Who can help? The Park family lives in a small apartment. The neighbors...
10) I Built a Cabin
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With slurps and splashes and hoots and growls, some very noisy neighbours make their presence known. Plans for a peaceful retreat in the woods are disturbed when a new cabin-owner meets her very noisy neighbours. Animal hijinks abound in this playful, phonically rich story. Eager for some peace and quiet, the main character of this tale in verse moves to the woods and builds a little cabin getaway. She's found the perfect retreat-or so she thinks...
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The unforgettable tale of a girl, her maybe-criminal mom, her babysitting business, and her pet pineapple.
When FBI agents swarm twelve-year-old Mavis Callahan's downtown Chicago home, her mom goes on the run. With the family's house and bank accounts seized, Mavis's dad takes her and her siblings to seek refuge with his sister just south of rural Somewhere, Illinois-a far cry from the big city lifestyle Mavis is used to. As Mavis grapples with her...
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Grace has always rushed headlong into things-often landing her in trouble. Her elderly neighbor (and close friend), Miz Ida, reminds her to think before she acts. Grace tries to be thoughtful and responsible when helping with Miz Ida's prize-winning cat, Chances, but it isn't easy. Can Grace slow down enough to keep the people (and animals) she cares for safe? Or are there times when taking chances can be a good thing? At Second Chance Ranch, the...
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Ten-year-old Abby Ramirez, who is on the autism spectrum, has her hands full when an anxious German shepherd, Destiny, shows up at the Second Chance Ranch animal rescue. While Abby helps Destiny learn to trust people again, Abby has to learn to overcome old habits of her own
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Twelve-year-old Natalie Ramirez has a lot on her plate. She can't seem to get Second Chance Ranch's newest rescued horse, Tango, to barrel race. She's also missing her best friend Sophia who recently moved away. A new girl in town, Darcy, seems like she could be bestie material, but she doesn't like to do any of the things Natalie and Sophia did together - and she's allergic to animals! Can Natalie help Tango learn a new skill while she learns a few...
16) Sam and Lucy
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Lucy is Sam's best hen. She takes good care of the baby chicks and makes sure all the chickens in the flock have a place to roost. Everyone loves Lucy. Especially Sam. Lucy and Sam do the chores together, go fishing--and Lucy always waits for Sam's bus after school. When Lucy starts to limp, the vet lets Sam know that Lucy is getting old and the best thing to do is give her lots of extra love. Which is just what Sam does. This tender story tells readers...
17) Houseboat Girl
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What would it be like to live on a houseboat on the Mississippi River with two parents, four kids, eight chickens, several turtles, a dog, and a cat? Patsy and her family are about to find out! At first, Patsy is upset when her parents decide to move from their home in River City, Illinois, to a houseboat on the Mississippi River. She'll miss her house and friends, and she's sure the trip downriver will be boring. Gradually, she and her brother and...
18) A Garden Tail
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Inspire your child to dream, opening their eyes to the wonderful world right outside their door. Join Baxley as she discovers the magic of her uncle's garden!
After waking from a beautiful dream about her adventures in her uncle's garden, Baxley sets out on a day full of exploration. Letting her curiosity guide her, she sees in this simple country garden a world of possibilities, where wonder waits around every corner.
Amid oaks and ivies, larkspurs...
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Let's go shopping down main street and visit with our neighbors. We live in a city! Learn about the people and things that make a city special, and explore how we can all take steps to make our city the best it can be! Bright, colorful photos paired with simple text help young readers learn about the different communities where they live.
20) Riding Wild
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Twelve-year-old Victoria "Vic" Smith is not excited about summer in Willow Falls, Oklahoma. Uprooted from her friends and her home, Vic is staying at her grandpa's cattle ranch there while her mom works and saves up money for a new house. At least the town holds rodeos where she can show off her barrel-racing skills on her trusty horse, Buddy. But otherwise, Willow Falls seems to have nothing but mean girls and mysteries about her dad's past, a past...