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Time for some baking fun with Flora!Flora the unicorn loves to play, dance and bake! But when she tries to make a cake for all of her friends, things start going wrong. With a little help from her friends and from YOU, Flora can overcome every challenge.

Cats have always fascinated us!When human beings first encountered wild cats, they could see things in the dark that our eyes couldn't, and their hunting helped keep pests away. Eventually, they became our companions, and joined us on journeys across the sea to faraway lands. Soon, the whole world became obsessed with cats!Over the centuries and all around the world, the cat has appeared in myths, legends, superstitions and stories. From the time we first admired cats in ancient Egypt, to the creation of cat cafés in Korea in the present day, cats continue to fascinate and intrigue us. While they allow us to understand some things about them, cats have still managed to retain an aura of mystery even today. Do any of us really know what's going on in their heads?Based on extensive research, this narrative nonfiction picture book traces the special relationship between humans and these furry felines - a purr-fect introduction for the youngest of readers to the mysterious world of cats! Includes backmatter with further information on the cat breeds featured in the book. A companion book to Dogs and Us.Key Text Featuresillustrationsfactsfurther information Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.K.1With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about key details in a text.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.K.2With prompting and support, identify the main topic and retell key details of a text.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.K.5Identify the front cover, back cover, and title page of a book.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.K.7With prompting and support, describe the relationship between illustrations and the text in which they appear (e.g., what person, place, thing, or idea in the text an illustration depicts).CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.2Identify the main topic and retell key details of a text.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.5Know and use various text features (e.g., headings, tables of contents, glossaries, electronic menus, icons) to locate key facts or information in a text.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.6Distinguish between information provided by pictures or other illustrations and information provided by the words in a text.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.9Identify basic similarities in and differences between two texts on the same topic (e.g., in illustrations, descriptions, or procedures).

Mum and Grannie rush about and pack our things ... but I don't want to leave our island home!The girl in this story is immigrating with her family from Jamaica to Canada. On this last day before they leave, she chews one last sugar cane stalk, and inhales the sweet smell of roast corn one last time. She takes one last walk to the beach and paddles in the ocean. Can this really be the last time she will see her home?When their plane lands in Toronto, big buildings tower above their taxi. She, Mum and Grannie make their way through the busy streets to get to their new home. As the girl heads indoors, she hears an odd cry from a big, stripy blue bird. A blue jay, Grannie tells her. Could this be her very first first?Inspired by Wendy J. Whittingham's childhood in Jamaica, and boldly brought to life by Caribbean artist Brianna McCarthy, The Last Last explores the idea that it's possible to make new memories while still carrying beautiful memories of your first home in your heart.Key Text FeaturesIllustrations Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts:CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.1With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about key details in a text.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.3With prompting and support, identify characters, settings, and major events in a story.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.6With prompting and support, name the author and illustrator of a story and define the role of each in telling the story.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.7With prompting and support, describe the relationship between illustrations and the story in which they appear (e.g., what moment in a story an illustration depicts).CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.2Retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate understanding of their central message or lesson.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.3Describe characters, settings, and major events in a story, using key details.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.7Use illustrations and details in a story to describe its characters, setting, or events.

Whispers in the Park is the first book of a series, and takes the reader on a rollicking adventure through the treetops and undergrowth of the magnificent St James's Park, where the most ancient and prestigious school for squirrels resides. When young squirrels Shane and Sophie are given scholarships to St James's, they are excited and nervous

A bed filled with sharp sticks and mushy mud?! That is not MY bed! Whose could it be? Join in on a surprising camping trip and discover the favorite, cozy cuddle spots of all your favorite forest creatures--from the beaver (who loves a woody, muddy bed!) to the bat. Rich art illustrates the beautiful biodiversity found in our forests and expressive, repetitive text helps even the youngest naturalists learn all about the creatures who live--and sleep!--among us.

Dive below the surface and explore famous and infamous shipwrecks along with the intrepid scientists, divers, and treasure hunters who found the ships' final resting places. From the Titanic to Shackleton's Endurance, this lyrical story illuminates the tragedies that brought these ships down as well as the scientific techniques, dedicated scientists, and lucky breaks that ultimately led to their discoveries. Sidebars filled with facts and robust backmatter make this book perfect for curious, adventurous readers.

Mazes, hidden keys, secret doors, and more-Mega Math Maze turns math learning into an exciting adventure that uses multiplication to complete a quest. Die cut pages enable students to travel back and forth between thirteen maze worlds that make up the epic adventure.

In the innovative KIDS IN MRS. Z'S CLASS series, every book is written by a different all-star author and features a different kid in the same third-grade class. In the fifth book, written by New York Times bestselling author Eliot Schrefer, Wyatt Hill has a stepbrother with a lot of opinions, a stuffed lizard who thinks everything Wyatt wants to say-and the beginnings of a voice that can surprise the whole school, starting with Mrs. Z's class.Wyatt Hill is the quiet giant of Mrs. Z's class-a third-grader who looks like a fifth grader, nearly as tall as Mrs. Z herself. Because of his size, everyone expects him to play sports or be a tough guy, but that isn't Wyatt's way. He adores his stuffed lizard, Lizzie, and the lively conversations they share. He notices who's having a bad day in class and wonders why boys don't get to play hopscotch, which looks like a very fun game. And he is starting to put words down on paper in a way that might finally express all his thoughts about the world, which are so hard to say out loud.Wyatt's always known who he's SUPPOSED to be, but not who he is. The answer he discovers just might finally unite the boys and girls at recess-and reveal the zany kid who's been quietly there the whole time, waiting to speak up.

Celebrate the biggest pop icon of this generation with this bumper sticker, colouring and activity book. Unleash your creativity, test your Taylor Swift knowledge, and solve fun and challenging quizzes and puzzles.

Sharpen your crayons and pick up your Ticket to Colour! The Bus Drivers have a BIG surprise ahead in this officially official Mo Willems Workshop book! The Pigeon is ready. Are HUE?    Hot dogs! Cookies! HOT DOG COOKIES!?! Colour The Pigeon's favourite things in this action-packed colouring book. Plus, meet NANA-DACTYL! She has an important invitation for The Pigeon. Can YOU get The Pigeon to the Bus Depot on time for the special event? The Duckling, Puppy, and a flock of friends are here to help. But remember . . . DON'T LET THE PIGEON COLOUR THIS BOOK!    This 80-page colouring book includes over 50 full-colour stickers and a pullout two-sided poster!

The Sumatran jungle is noisy today. There are hoots and squawks, peeps and howls. All of the animals are being so loud. The birds, frogs and gibbons are in the trees and the streams, enjoying the sound of their own voices. But Graham the orangutan is not enjoying all of the noise because he is hungry and tired. He has spent the morning swinging through the treetops, and he just wants to go home for a snack and a sleep. He is getting grumpy because all of his jungle friends are being so noisy, and he cannot get to sleep. Graham's friend Julie comes to visit and reminds Graham of a special event. She invites him to listen more closely to what his friends are singing about. After Graham has lunch and a nap, he joins his friends for a wonderful time celebrating, playing, and singing.Have you felt tired and grumpy before? When you are feeling hungry, do you have a hard time concentrating? Maybe your friends are trying to tell you something important, but you just cannot hear them. Join Graham the Sumatran orangutan on this special day and learn how to listen.

Pedro wants everything to be perfect, but he hasn't yet found the perfect friend. Could Poppy be the one?

The Hushlings are always quiet and polite, and that's the way they like it. Except for Maeve . . . When the noisy Kerfuffle Bird arrives, Maeve is overjoyed to have someone to whoop and shriek with. But can they find a way to live in harmony with the other Hushlings?

Deep in the heart of Innisfree Forest, a friendly little hedgehog named Spiky lives under an old log. Spiky has wonderful friends: Susie the squirrel, Davy the dormouse, and Freddy the frog. They love playing games together, but Spiky's sharp spikes often cause accidents, leaving him feeling sad and left out. From bursting balloons to tearing kites, Spiky just can't seem to catch a break.One day, when Suzie's birthday party is in jeopardy, Spiky's spikes turn out to be just what his friends need to save the day! By carrying the party food on his back, Spiky helps his friends and realizes that everyone has unique talents that make them special.

Sometimes, we struggle between the person we are, and the person others want us to be. Pumpkin Pumpky feels this conflict too. Although his mind is confused, he chooses to trust his inner light. But will he avoid turning into a scary pumpkin face? Maybe... maybe something better awaits.

"Listen with your ears, but also your eyes. Communication is all around you, in ways that might surprise."Patty and Friends playfully promotes conversations about communication differences and emphasizes inclusivity. This charming story highlights the diverse ways we share our messages and celebrates the unique forms of communication in our world.As new mothers, authors Brittany and Rebecca hope Patty's story helps raise children's awareness of all communication styles from an early age. By introducing young readers to the beauty of varied communication methods, they aim to foster understanding and acceptance in the next generation.

Have you ever visited the village of Weston in Hertfordshire? Perhaps you've heard the legend of their local 'Robin Hood'-like giant, Jack O' Legs, or even seen his alleged grave by the footpath at the church?Jack of the Legs, named for his towering stature, was said to rob rich millers to aid poor villagers in their time of need. Was he a hero or a scoundrel of medieval times? You can decide for yourself after reading this gory tale about the 14-foot-tall man supposedly resting in this grave.

Wander into the deep dark wood with this beautiful, gift board book slipcase containing the bestselling modern classics, The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child.

Squirrel and Bird are back, and this time it's winter! But Squirrelhas never seen snow before. Will he like it?You bet he will!Except, just as Squirrel starts to get used to the snow, it disappears!Is there a snow thief on the loose?

Featuring a special appearance by Captain Underpants, The Adventuresof Super Diaper Baby is the hysterical graphic novel tale ofthe all-new superhero who's faster than a speeding stroller and morepowerful than diaper rash.

Matilda feels sad when Mummy says goodbye to her outside her new school. Maybe what she needs to adjust to this change is a hug button, so she can send Mummy a hug any time she wants to-and get one back!

The Weather Tots take a trip to the beach in the second in a new series of picture books about a loveable group of young weather characters, discovering their incredible powers.

It's Sunny's first day at Weather School in this brand new series of picture books about a loveable group of young weather characters, discovering their incredible powers.

Doodle and Dot are best friends. They love to draw together and experiment with art. But their drawings have a frustrating habit of coming to life and causing mayhem. How will they get the squiggles under control? Doodle and Dot: Squiggles on the Loose gently introduces line drawing styles to preschoolers through fun, arty chaos!