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The Greatest Race by Ali Lawati

The Greatest Race by Ali Lawati

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“Gul, a young Afghan Tortoise in Yosemite Park, who impulsively accepts a challenge to race from the Cottontail Clan of rabbits. The rabbits, who are distant cousins of the hares, have been twitching for a rematch ever since the legendary race where the tortoise outsmarted the hare. Set in the harsh yet rich landscape of Yosemite, this fun to read adventure story teaches children about collaboration and fostering relationships while raising awareness about illegal poaching.One cold winter day in Yosemite, Baba Meerza, an afghan tortoise elder taken from his home in Margalla National Park in Pakistan along with his Horsfieldii…

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Garson and You by Bill Hunt

Garson and You by Bill Hunt

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Have you ever wanted to be a protector of dragons? Garson is a different kind of dragon. He’s as small as a cat, mischievous, and lots of fun. This is a rhyming book based on the popular “Guardian” series by the same author. Your children will love hearing and seeing what Garson can do, and how they, too, can become a protector of dragons. Buy on Amazon here Buy on Barnes and Noble here

Buzzbee in a Can by Patsy and Tom Allen

Buzzbee in a Can by Patsy and Tom Allen

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Buzzbee is a little duckling who is just finding out about his environment and the world around him. He and his friends just want to play all day, but sometimes it’s dangerous out there. They want to be good and helpful, but it’s hard to know what to do when you are only little. Buy from Amazon here Buy from Barnes and Noble here

Kosmic and Raven by Melanie Jeyakkumar

Kosmic and Raven by Melanie Jeyakkumar

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Kosmic and Raven are two cats with wings who had never met until one eventful day when an escape attempt goes horribly wrong. One must rescue the other, but he needs to learn how to fly first! Will Spirit the unicorn help? Can Kosmic save his new friend in time? Will Viper, the evil green dragon seek his revenge? Whatever happens, Kosmic and Raven will surely become kitty best friends forever! Buy from Amazon here Buy from Barnes and Noble here

Award Winner!

Award Winner!

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Story Monsters Ink have announced the 2021 Purple Dragonfly Award winners and Cindi Goodeaux’ ebook ‘Grandpa Moon’ won first place under the Family Matters category!!! Cindi and Sanghamitra (illustrator) are over the moon! “Montana is Grandpa’s princess. They loved spending time together going for walks in the park or quietly sitting on the porch reading her favorite book. When grandpa becomes sick, and doesn’t come home from the hospital, Montana’s mom tries to help her understand why. A sweet and gentle way to look at death, for children ten and under. If your family has had to make this hard…

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The Bunnys’ Go to the Circus by Patrick Shanahan.

The Bunnys’ Go to the Circus by Patrick Shanahan.

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After listening to Mother Bunny talk about the circus, her children Bunny, Honey, and Cutie Pie were filled with excitement and anticipation. Vivid images of performers wearing colorful costumes and exotic circus animals filled their minds. When she spoke of the endless treats that the audience dropped under the grandstands and around the Big Top they barely heard her warnings about the dangers.   The following day after creeping under the canvas in the main tent Bunny, always looking out for his younger sisters, was again challenged when Cute Pie set out on her own to find adventure. Instead she found…

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Jumping Jonny by Glennyce Eckersley

Jumping Jonny by Glennyce Eckersley

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Interior illustrations by Patsy Allen and Gill Smith bring this book of children’s poems to life. Ages five and older will find the pictures and poems amusing, fun, and quirky. They are sure to engage children’s imagination and make them smile and laugh.A delightful look into the world of make-believe, it is sure to bring joy and curious questions to every reader. Buy from Amazon here Buy from Barnes and Noble here

Why do adults read children’s books?

Why do adults read children’s books?

And yes, they definitely do. In some cases it might be parents or grandparents reading to their children, but certainly not always. I, and many other adults it seems, simply love to read children’s books. There must be a reason. In my case as a children’s writer, part of the reason might be to check out other children’s authors out there, what they write about, how they carry the story through, and how the best sellers make it. That much is true, but my need to read children’s books runs much deeper. So, what compels us to return to the…

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How children relate to positive role models in fantasy books

How children relate to positive role models in fantasy books

All good books contain role models that the reader strives to be like, and this is especially the case in children’s books. Children are like sponges who soak up everything around them, and when it comes to books they don’t just read them, they live them. They like to read about characters who have to face hard tasks, make difficult decisions, and who contribute greatly to achieving necessary aims. This is never more so than in fantasy books where worlds depend on the achieving of key tasks by brave adventurers. These characters usually have traits that the children already admire,…

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