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This is the story of a little mouse who lives in a dark and wild wood. He is all alone, except for his friend the moon. Each night the mouse tells the moon all of his news, his hopes, and his fears. But the moon never replies. So the little mouse ventures out to find his friend-and finds someone unexpected instead. Gabriel Alborozo's beautiful illustrations shift from black and white to color, celebrating the dawn of a new day and the beginning...

While in foster care, Toby and her sister learn what family" really means When Toby's father dies in a car accident, her mother gets a new job and a cheaper apartment. At first it seems as if everything might be all right, but soon the pressure gets to be too much. Toby's mother stops cooking, stops talking, and starts crying or laughing at random times. When she is committed to a rest home, Toby and her sister, Anne, are placed in foster care  against...

Nissa and Piper are twins-fairy twins! In fact, they're the first twin fairies that have ever bloomed in their field. All the other fairies expect that they will be best friends, frolicking happily among the magical mushroom caps and daisy petals. But Nissa and Piper are as different as can be. While Nissa sings loud, Piper wants to quietly read. When Piper wants to make dresses out of long vines, Nissa would rather swing on them...

At almost fourteen, Myra shops in the fat girl department. No one, least of all her mother, will let her forget it. But, Myra finally finds a friend, who wants to spend time with her and doesn't mind being seen with her. But, is it for real? Or, will her new friend be like all the other kids, and make fun of her for being fat? Why does she have to choose between friendship and doing what's right? And, who is really answering the notes Myra leaves...

Summer Camp! Arizona learns the importance of paying attention to her instructors while riding a horse. During a scavenger hunt, Arizona discovers the importance of a positive attitude when working with a team. Arizona discovers that everyone is worried about going to camp for the first time. Stories by Lissa Rovetch.

1 ROMAN, 4 HISTOIRES Tamara – 32C Être une des plus grandes de mon âge ne m'a jamais dérangée. Et je n'ai pas été traumatisée quand j'ai eu mes premières règles, la veille de mes onze ans. Ce qui me complexe, ce sont mes seins. Ils sont ÉNORMES ! C'est pour ça qu'il y a un peu plus d'un an, j'ai changé de look et adopté le style tomboy. Pour ne rien laisser paraître. Parce que, si les gars de ma classe les remarquent, je suis fichue...

Set in a supposedly perfect world, this story is about a South Asian girl, Urmilla who feels all alone and puts her emotions — sadness, anger, and embarrassment — in a box. Her journey traces the real-life experiences of children. Urmilla is faced with the pressure to succeed, the need to repress feelings due to widespread stigma, and the desire to fit in with her classmates. She is intent on keeping the box hidden from her friends and family...

The Berenstain Bears Living Lights, series continues to attract young readers through creative and engaging stories that not only entertain but teach values and life lessons. Now, five of the series' favorite titles are available in a great new hardcover. This Berenstain Bears Living Lights collection called Friendship Blessings Collection is sure to be a popular choice for Berenstain Bears fans. This collection includes: The Perfect Fishing Spot. Reap...

Who are you willing to be for the people you love? For Duke and Tommy, the time to find out is now. Duke seemingly has it all. But his math tutor, Tommy, not so much. When their worlds collide, it forces each one to truly examine their own reality. Duke realizes he's more like a sheep, who only knows how to follow. As for Tommy, he allows his tortured past to define his future. Duke must find the courage to really be himself, even if that means...

Twelve-year-old Julian Newcomber knows he has a fitting-what the smart folks call apropos-last name. His family moves constantly due to his dad's quirky inventions, which have a habit of misbehaving and blowing up the family home, so he's always been the new kid in school. Now firmly settled in a peaceful and close-knit community, Julian believes he's finally found a home, not to mention a safe haven from his father's calamities. That is, until a...