sometimes life just hands you a whole pile of good luck!
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extremities require courage and resilience
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ages 4 years to grownup
Set in Mozambique, this beautifully told and illustrated story is inspiring and full of wonder in itself, but becomes even more so when the true story is told alongside it. It shows the courage and strength of a young mother in crazy circumstances.
overcoming embarrassment and failure through courage and embracing your own talents
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Funny, inspiring story of Caramba, a cat who can't fly in a world where all cats can fly. There's heartache along the way but with the support of a good friend Caramba finds just the right niche - there's a place for everyone after all.
ages 0 to 8 years
size is relative, so is speed - and more
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BIG is a terrific read that seamlessly introduces relativity - which is key to understanding concepts of measurement and geometry. If that one concept doesn’t quite gel in young minds, it makes further maths that much trickier. It's a fun and totally appealing little book.
ages newborn to 8 years / s.t.e.m.
a quirky tale about doing what needs to be done
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If you have a secret menagerie of mythical animals living in your bedroom, you might find the mammoth sneaking into the family fridge - what to do next? The little girl in this story bides her time and rescues her mammoth.
ages 2 to 10 years / funny, imagination
the wonder and blessings of a meaningful life enhanced by literacy
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ages 4 to 8 years
Set in Egypt, this is an ever so slightly suspenseful book to read aloud and it's then so very peaceful in its resolution. Ahmed has a secret—and it’s a good one! I love this book and can hardly count the number of times I've given it as a gift.
armchair travel to spark 'remember when' conversations and grow wanderlust
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Set in Australia, one family and a caravan take it on the road! Delightfully insightful look at family relations and the gorgeousness and diversity of Australia - through the eyes of a child.
ages 4 to 12 years
