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The thought of making new friends turns Kerry Koala's tummy upside down. But luckily Miss Molly's treetop school is there to help. Here Kerry will learn how to start conversations, take turns and play fairly, and work through disagreements and apologise - as well as understand different kinds of friendship and how they can change and grow. A perfect way to start conversations with children about making friends, with humour, fun and a cast of lively animal characters.

"A delightful, hilarious, captivating love letter to Indonesia, and coming of age in a large meddlesome family, and the thrill of finding your person where you least expect it!" - Ali Hazelwoodon Well, That Was Unexpected

It's picture day at Katie's school, and she's wearing her favorite dress and party shoes. Her day is perfect until something happens that makes Katie want to throw those shoes away, especially when that pesky boy, Georgie P. makes fun of her. Thanks to her friendly neighbor, Miss Carolyn, Katie learns that we don't always have to throw away things we care about - we can recycle them!

Miss Abby Crabby thought she was the big boss of everything. She wore a big hat and had an even bigger mouth! She was loud, bossy, and said mean hurtful things. But when she was cruel to Miss Sally Sparrow, the birds living in the trees surrounding the lake decided she had gone too far. The time had come to stand together against this bully!

Some souls are meant for each other - yesterday, today, forever ...

When nature and technology collide: meet Roz the robot

Chloe Blin, friend and environmental advocate, has started to settle into her middle school. Her ex-boyfriend has moved and she's reeling, especially since Valentine's Day is coming! Then Chloe visits her Grandmother at a seaside resort town. Will the place and people be as she remembered? And when she gets back, Chloe's best friend, Fatomoumata, isn't around! Chloe once again has to occupy herself - and she does with a neighborhood carnival. Finally, Chloe digs into gardening and recycling when her class focuses on environmentalism. Featuring six complete spice-of-life coming of age DRAMATIC adventures!

"Thirteen-year-old Brian and his best friend Ezra navigate the challenges and complexities of middle school, as Brian struggles to cope with his emotions and Ezra attempts to balance his loyalty to his best friend with a newfound friendship."--

Gifted violinist Zurika Damani tries to juggle the obligations of her sister's extravagant wedding week while secretly preparing for a prominent music contest all while trying to dodge her family's matchmaking schemes.

What do you get when an inquisitive and trusting brown field mouse meets a small, brash green caterpillar eating machine? An unlikely but lasting friendship! How Harry Found the Meaning of Friendship is a sweet children's book with creative illustrations that tells the tale of two active and energetic creatures, each with their daily agendas to gather food and survive. What will they learn from each other-from life-from friendship?There's Harry, the mouse whose daily routine includes collecting seeds and berries. On his outing to collect his fill, he accidentally discovers Fluffy-one hungry and busy caterpillar whose sole function is to eat and grow, until morphing into a butterfly.The story takes the reader through the happiness of discovering and forming a new friendship, to the sadness and desperation of losing that friend, and finally to the joyous reuniting of friends with the realization of finding the true meaning of friendship.Author Mel Stave was born in Kansas City, Missouri and moved to Southern California in 1960. He has been a teacher and educator since 1975. He is currently the coordinator for the Communications Technology Magnet Center at Ulysses S. Grant High School in the Los Angeles Unified School District. He resides in Calabasas, California with his wife, Karen, and their dog, Sparkie.

The Animal Rescue Friends gang is back with ten sweet tales about their furry, feathered, and flying friends!

The ties that bind us can be both a source of strength and a source of struggle. They are the connections we have to our family, our friends, and our past. They shape who we are and who we become. In this book, Ragini Devi expertly explores these ties, delving into the complexities of relationships and the weight of our pasts.Through the eyes of the characters, we see the power of love, the pain of loss, and the resilience of the human spirit. We are taken on a journey of self-discovery, as the characters learn to navigate the ties that bind them and the ties they must break. Ragini Dev¿¿¿¿¿¿¿i has crafted a story that is both poignant and relatable, one that will resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds.It is a testament to the power of storytelling and the impact that literature can have on our lives. I urge you to take the time to read this book, to immerse yourself in the world of the characters and to reflect on the ties that bind you. I have no doubt that you will come away from this book with a newfound appreciation for the power of our connections and the strength we can find within ourselves.

It is difficult to get over one's past, but for Zach it seems impossble.Even after eight years he is not able to recover from the horrors of that nght; until he meets Lillian; she is a sweetheart with a past similar to his but an opposite present. They're not polar opposites instead they are way too unvaried, maybe likes don't always repel each other. Can this little brunette teach Zach how to live his today; or will her own past won't let go? Will they fall in love with someone so different yet so similar; or will fate intervene?

Cody Thompson is off-limits to me.1. My friend Grace has a crush on him.2. He's the breakout male model of the year and a paparazzi magnet.3. I hate being in front of cameras.Now, Cody and I are paired for a portrait project in photography class. This gives me a chance to be a sweet friend and help Grace get a date to prom with him. But things turn sour.Why? Because we fall for each other. But caring for Cody means being shoved in the limelight and facing my fears.When a photo I take of Cody is leaked to the media, along with the secret which could destroy his career, I'm blamed. Cody may be off-limits, but I'm going to test the limits. How far will I go to prove my love?The Sweet Dream is a standalone sweet romance in the Dream Prep Academy series. Books in this series can be read in any order. It's ideal for fans of off-limits romance, electrifying touches, yummy treats, and swoony moments. Find your perfect book boyfriend at Dream Prep Academy.

Emerson's first Pride Celebration is full of joy, love, and enough drama to last a lifetime.Ever since coming out, Xi's parents have been her biggest cheerleaders, pushing her to join the Emerson Pride Association and making the community a better place for people like her. Now, she's got the huge responsibility of planning Emerson Academy's first ever inclusive prom to take place after the town's very first pride parade, even though she's never had a girlfriend or even a date of her own.Kiyana's hidden her orientation long as she can remember. The only person who knows is her secretly gay best friend/fake boyfriend, Stefon. Their relationship has kept judgmental family and public scrutiny off their backs throughout high school. But with their senior year behind them, everything is about to change.When Stefon convinces Kiyana to come to the Pride Celebration, she immediately recognizes Xi, the cute edgy girl at school who's always on the outside but seems secure in who she is.Can the Pride Celebration show Kiyana it's safe to go with Xi to the prom? Or will Xi's first prom go down as another dateless night in history?Curvy Girls Can't Date Curvy Girls is a Pride edition story in the Curvy Girl Club celebrating body positivity, diversity, and most of all love. Start reading now to start this sweet and swoony romance!

Jerimie and Avery are friends. They support and encourage each other. One day they decided to build a sandcastle together, but Avery began doubting himself. Can Jerimie convince him otherwise?

When I wake up from knee surgery, I'm in a different world.One where I have a chance with Kellum Watts, but might not want it.One where a volleyball scholarship is out of the question.One where I have to decide what my life looks like, and whether or not my future is in this small Texas town.The problem is, it's hard to think of the future, when you're just trying to survive the present.Continue reading Skye's story with Becoming Skye, the second of three contemporary young adult books that will appeal to fans of Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky.

The brave elephant felt lonely and tried to make friends with the other animals, but sadly, they refused. Later, those same animals who refused his friendship encountered an evil tiger. The elephant then befriended the animals by protecting them from the mean, old tiger.

Tarini Talwar, the austere owner of "THE LOL CAFE," begins to develop feelings for debutante writer Arjuna Bhatt when he went to her cafe to launch his first book. Eventually, the launch did not go well, and Tarini refused to accept payment for her position. Arjuna handed his book to Tarini with a gentle gesture in return.Despite not being a fan of reading, she had to read his novel in wrangler circumstances as she had nothing else to do, and after finishing it, her little feelings for him finally turned into love. She also sent him a text message. Coincidentally, he replied, and their conversation and romance commenced.After a while, Arjuna made her a proposal. The straightforward plot of their story was moving along beautifully. With Arjuna, Tarini was in the realm of her fairy tales. However, whether the path is a normal one or the path of life, it has its own set of twists and turns, and not all of the stories are perfectly rosy. They were buffeted by a torrential downpour of rain on the day of their engagement. The storm was dark and intense.Will their love survive, or will the terrible storm destroy everything?Let's read and find out.

Dive into a heartwarming tale swimming with love and unexpected moments. Cole Douglas and Lisa Mathers live completely different lives. When an accident leads to an unexpected kiss, Cole begins to question his feelings and his desire to explore a newfound connection. But, as they navigate their awkward situation, the charming and attractive school actor Grayson asks Lisa to the school dance, testing the strength of their bond. Will Cole miss his opportunity to discover love? Or will he overcome his own insecurity and learn to join Lisa's Dance?

Fulki's village lost its moon. But Fulki knows a secret. She befriended a tiger who taught her the Moonsong. Follow Fulki and her forbidden friendship with a wild beast, a tiger, as they learn from each other love, acceptance and what it means to bring harmony to our natural world.

Ore has taken the Lord of Tarc and his clan. Prince Rei Touka has taken Tarc. Now the royals of Suiran, Ryokudo, must reset the Law of Tarc without angering those of the clans who've been willing to be peaceful about the Change.