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There’s a lot more stirring in this house than a mouse…
Everyone knows Santa arrives on the rooftop with the clatter of eight tiny reindeer. But did you realize that 2023 is the 200th publication anniversary of Clement Clarke Moore’s famous American poem about Santa coming down the chimney? And now, creative director Sally Veillette has packaged the ultimate version of this beloved rhyme to share with the world.
Consider getting our award-winning...
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Doubleday, Page & Company
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2023
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Excerpt: "Tad Coon was lost! And Doctor Muskrat and Nibble felt pretty discouraged over their chances of ever seeing him again. All the same they meant to try. They sent word of a meeting to the Woodsfolk by everyone they met. When they reached the pond, Stripes Skunk was sitting out on Doctor Muskrat's flat stone, waiting for him. "I'm leaving," said he. "But I have to thank you for all you've done for me. Perhaps I'll come back some time." He seemed...
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A girl willing to do anything to save her sister...even if it means trusting a man.A magical land that's falling apart.Peter Pan is losing control. 1. A Curse of Gems: A Retelling of Toads and Diamonds Jaelle knows better than to trust men. Every girl in Terrefantome knows that. But when her plan to escape her oppressive kingdom with her sister goes awry, she finds herself with an unwanted magical gift and her sister in peril. To make matters worse,...
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It is no ordinary baby who climbs out of a cradle and starts walking the day he is born. Davy was larger than other children, and he was stronger, too. So strong that he could throw gators and ride bears! Davy Crockett was a powerful force on America's wild frontier. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
6) All Is Found
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Just in time to celebrate the first decade of the Frozen franchise, we join Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Sven, and Olaf as they embark on new adventures through the Frozen universe with friends new and old.
This wide variety of original stories will share untold tales from Anna and Elsa's childhood, memories with their parents, and mysterious creatures they encounter. These highly relatable, yet larger than life characters will appeal to young Frozen...
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2023
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Lost on the Moon - Roy Rockwood - Roy Rockwood was a house pseudonym used by the Stratemeyer Syndicate for boy's adventure books. The name is mostly well-remembered for the Bomba, the Jungle Boy (1926-1937) and Great Marvel series (1906- 1935). The Stratemeyer Syndicate was the producer of a number of series for children and adults including the Nancy Drew mysteries, the Hardy Boys, and others. The Stratemeyer Syndicate was the creation of Edward...
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The University of Adelaide
Pub. Date
2023
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English
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Le Morte d’Arthur: Sir Thomas Malory’s book of King Arthur and of his noble knights of the Round table. Edited by Alfred W. Pollard. “A text modernised as to its spelling, but in other respects in accurate accordance with Caxton’s text, as represented by Dr. Sommer’s reprint.”
Le Morte d'Arthur (originally spelled Le Morte Darthur, ungrammatical Middle French for
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Philomena springs into action when she hears from the oldest tree in the forest that the king's daughter has been kidnapped.
With the help of Merlin the magician, the pair set out to help rescue the beautiful Princess, who they find out is being held deep inside a dragon's cave. Merlin has to use all of his magical powers to change Philomena into a tiny butterfly, so that she can then fly unseen into the cave, and then spy on the kidnappers.
Will...
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Four tales of fantasy by a twentieth-century literary master - selected as the 1975 New York Times Outstanding Book for Children. John Gardner's first children's book takes the traditional fairy tale and turns it on its head. In the title story, a meddlesome dragon meets his match. "The Tailor and the Giant" tells the story of a cowardly man who finally faces his fears. A villainous beast of burden attempts to rid himself of his master in "The Miller's...
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The Fairy with the Broken Wings is a magical, fantasy adventure, embarked by an eight-year-old as she closes her mind to the surrounding world and its conflicts and opens the door of her imagination. Join Esperanza as she ventures through the Underground, the Blue River, the Whistle-Blowing Forest and the Crystal Mountain and meet the characters she encounters on the way. This is a story of determination, resourcefulness, love and unconditional trust....
13) Fairy Tale World
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A powerful wizard finds himself taken for granted…
A fancy hat goes on a strange journey – or does it?
A new broom takes on a life of its own…
A bullying billy goat gets a taste of his own medicine…
Never outstaying their welcome, Mary Richards' enchanting stories are full of charm, simplicity and a touch of whimsical humour, aptly accompanied by the author's characterful illustrations.
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This "faithful retelling" of the Hans Christian Andersen tale is "a jewel box of a work whose pages invite lingering" (Publishers Weekly).
From bestselling and multiple award-winning artist Sylvia Long comes an exquisite version of Hans Christian Andersen's beloved tale about a thumb-size girl and her larger-than-life adventures. Jewel-toned paintings depict the story's settings, from light and airy meadows to Mole's dark and dismal underground...
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Two Miss Daisy Weed flower fairies appear to love their adventures, traveling around the world at such speed. Their wings ache, and yet always they are helped by wizards and elves but mainly by the fairies that live in Fairy Glen at the bottom of Mr. Hill's garden. The two Daisy flower fairies send messages through the power of thought, using this incredible gift to help others. Their aim is to create an understanding of wildlife, also flowers and...
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Little Miss Oddity is a children's book written by Amy Ella Blanchard and first published in 1904. The story revolves around the adventures of a young girl named Miss Oddity, who is known for her unique and unconventional way of thinking. Miss Oddity is unlike other children her age. She possesses a vivid imagination and a creative spirit, which often leads her to view the world in a different light. Her unique perspective allows her to see beauty...
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Doubleday, Page & Co.
Pub. Date
2024
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Excerpt: ""Scritch-scratch, scritch-scratch," went a noise in the woods not very far away from the pond where Doctor Muskrat was telling a story to Nibble Rabbit and Stripes Skunk. Nibble's ears flew up; the doctor got ready to dive; Stripes hunched himself up and peered anxiously over his shoulder because the sound came from the only direction where he knew of a hole to hide in. The willows, where he first lived, were over on the far side of the...
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Four fantastical stories filled with wit and wisdom, humor and heart In this wonderful collection of fairy tales, John Gardner turns a timeless tradition into a topsy-turvy whirlwind. In the title story, a kindly simpleton unwittingly becomes sovereign of an avian race. A wicked witch seeks a new profession - and, thus, identity - in "The Witch's Wish." In "The Pear Tree," a sweet young boy is rewarded for his good deeds. And "The Gnome and the Dragon"...
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Little Pampu's grandmother, Mama Bea Bunnie, visits from Rome. She invites Little Pampu to travel back to Rome with her. Little Pampu experiences adventures at the Pantheon and Colosseum. This book is prepared for older readers and is the extended version of the book for younger children and babies. The brief mention of historic sites in this book peaks the curiosity of young readers to do their own research or seek additional knowledge. Little Pampu,...
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John Gardner's fairy-tale collection depicts a world where anything can happen - and often does. A humble thistle girl, a wise old philosopher, a hapless woodchopper, and an unscrupulous king - these are the vivid protagonists of Gardner's masterful book for children. Richly and humorously drawn, they face challenges at every turn. And in a realm where any one of these unconventional heroes might triumph, the reader will delight in expecting the unexpected!...
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