Wrtitten by Newbery Medalist Katherine Paterson with painting by Caldecott winning illustrators Leo and Diane Dillon
A beautiful mandarin duck is captured and caged by a greedy lord who wants to show off the bird's magnificent plumage. But the wild creature pines for his mate. When Yasuko, the kitchen maid, releases the bird against her lord's command, she and the one-eyed servant, Shozo, are sentenced to death. The grateful bird intends to return their kindness, but can he outsmart the cruel lord?

Winner of the "Boston Globe"/Horn Book Award for Illustration, and a "New York Times" Best Illustrated Children's Book of the Year.

Lucy's frisky little puppy, Finn, gets into one scrape after another as Lucy and her family travel westward to Oregon by wagon train in 1843.

In this Caldecott Medal-winning picture book, master storyteller Allen Say chronicles his family's history between Japan and California. A lyrical, breathtaking tale of one man's love for two countries, Grandfather's Journey is perfect for fans of Last Stop on Market Street and Thank You, Omu! Through pensive portraits and delicately faded art, Allen Say pays tribute to his grandfather's persistent longing for home that continues within Allen. This restlessness and constant desire to be in two places speaks to a universal experience as well as the deeply personal ties of family to place, and what it means to be at home in more than one country. Both a celebration of heritage and a poignant exploration of the struggles we inherit, Grandfather's Journey is a modern classic perfect for every household.

Baby can touch and feel the little bunny with a furry tummy and will be delighted by this interactive book that encourages early learning! Furry Bunny hops around in the springtime sun, meeting friends and playing in the garden. Bright illustrations and gentle text stimulate babies' sense of sight and hearing and introduce fun facts that can help your little one learn new words and ideas. Perfectly sized for little hands to explore and enjoy. A mini, sensory, animal book perfect for early learners! Support motor skills and early development of newborns and babies The perfect gift at baby showers, birthdays, holidays, and beyond!

Engaging text and large photographs showcase machines so massive, they're monstrous! The Mini Mechanics characters explain key features of each vehicle and how they work.

“Wedding bells are ringing for Angel’s mom—and Angel takes charge when she feels that her mother isn’t preparing properly. A funny story about a contemporary dilemma, in which ordinary events are wed to extraordinary twists.” —School Library Journal, starred review

Learn how to tie your shoes! This book includes a real shoelace and a model shoe you assemble yourself. Step-by-step instructions teach crisscross lacing, "bunny ear" bows, loop bows, and double knots. Your child will be a pro in no time. Let's get started today!

• Make learning to tie your shoes fun!
• Includes four different step-by-step instructions for crisscross, bunny ear bow, loop bow, and double knot bow
• Color-coded laces (aqua and yellow) help guide in the processing of learning how to tie your shoes
• Practice again and again! Real laces allow your child to learn at their own pace
• Put new skills into practice with a make-it-yourself model shoe

Two boys learn about hunting and themselves when they befriend an elderly black woodsman.

The time is 1950. The place is a small town in the Midwest. The girl is Claire, and she has a new black friend. But in an all-white town, how open can the girls be about their friendship?
Now Claire faces being the "new girl" in school. A year later, she is confronting betrayal . . . and sin. Finally, she is fifteen and in love. But it is not a love that can be spoken of, least of all by Claire.
In five interrelated stories, Claire grows into a young woman, learning about racism, sex, and love along the way. Most of all, she learns about truth.

With the excitement of her mother getting married and having a baby, Angel is ready for a nice long summer at home in Elm City, Wisconsin. But another change is brewing for poor Angel. Her stepfather is taking the family to Greece to meet their new grandparents. Angel will have to get on a plane and fly over the ocean to a foreign land - will she have to use one of those airsick bags on the plane? Will there be anything to eat in Greece besides those little fish with their heads on? How will she understand her grandparents? And, most important, will Angel ever make it back home or will her stepfather want the family to stay in Greece forever? Back by popular demand, here is another fast-paced, hilarious adventure for that much-loved character, Angel. Change isn't always easy, but even worrywart Angel just may spread her wings a little as she learns that home is where the heart is.

This Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader is based on Disney Frozen 2, complete with over 30 stickers!

Elsa, Anna, Olaf, and other characters from Disney Frozen and Disney Frozen 2 star in this Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader, which features two sheets of stickers. Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Disney Frozen is the #1 animated film of all time, featuring a powerful story, a strong ensemble cast, a pair of relatable sisters, a magical environment, and unforgettable music. Disney Frozen 2 releases in theaters on November 22, 2019.

How could Lizzy Enders's father abandon her at a girls school run by nuns? She's surrounded by Catholics--but she's Methodist! Shunned by the other boarders, Lizzy befriends a wandering carpenter named Jose, who with just three tools--and unflagging faith--builds an elaborate spiral staircase in the new chapel in mere weeks. When he disappears without a trace, Lizzy realizes that the way she sees things is not always the way they are.
Inspired by the legend of the "miraculous" staircase in the Chapel of Loretto in Santa Fe, Ann Rinaldi skillfully blends the mystery surrounding the staircase's builder with the daily trials of a spunky thirteen-year-old girl growing up in the 1870s.

TreeTops Non-fiction are part of a structured reading programme for juniors from Oxford Reading Tree, Levels 9-16. The high-interest subject matter they cover will motivate all children to read - especially boys. They are ideal for guided reading. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk. They are available in mixed packs of six books or class packs of 36 books.

Explore God's world around you in this early learning activity book, with Scripture and prayers to read together. Find the perfect big sticker to complete each page, and then use your best pencils to finish the activities. With sweet card press-outs included to create a door hanger and a picture frame, there are hours of fun to be had! Content Benefits: This activity book packed with card press-outs, activities and stickers helps young children learn how God has made them and provided good things in their lives. * Includes colourful stickers * Press-out cards make a simple door hanger and a picture frame * Includes prayers and Bible verses that encourage kids to see God in their lives * Activities include colouring, counting games, and spot the difference * Great price point makes this ideal for Sunday School prizes or gifts * Ideal to help keep young children engaged and occupied * Suitable for ages 3 plus

Meet four amazing women - astronauts, scientists and mathematicians - who helped make space travel a reality. Illustrated with photography from the new LEGO® Ideas Women of NASA set, this book for children learning to read is a fun way to discover the achievements of some of space travel's greatest pioneers.

Read about Mae Jemison, the first African American women to travel in space. Find out how Sally Ride inspired future scientists after her career as an astronaut. Discover how Margaret Hamilton created computer software for the Apollo mission, and see the stars with Nancy Grace Roman through the giant Hubble Telescope. Learn about NASA, and explore what life is like aboard the Endeavour Space Shuttle!

Presented with fun images, simple vocabulary and lots of word repetition to engage young readers and help them build their literary skills, DK Reader LEGO Women of NASA reading book celebrates achievements in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.