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This playful yet calming book about wonderful forest sounds is the perfect gift for introducing kids to loving--and respecting--the natural world around them. The forest has lots to say... if you listen. When a child steps into the forest, her ears are open and her heart is too. She listens carefully and hears marvelous things. She hears the rustling of leaves sharing their secrets. She hears a beetle balancing on a branch. And the more she listens, the more she learns. I Hear You, Forest is an excellent resource for outdoor education, classroom learning and homeschooling, helping to teach: Empathy and connection with all living thingsMindfulness and appreciation with the world around usThat the forest is full of magical sounds--you just have to listen!Book #1 in the Sounds of Nature series! This picture book series about listening to nature explores different ecosystems, including forest, ocean, and mountain soundscapes. It encourages mindfulness, outdoor education, and social-emotion

An adorable and STEM-themed picture book that captures the wisdom that mushrooms can teach us, for kids 4 to 8.This vibrant and informative book shares the fascinating lessons that we can learn from fungi: that small can be mighty, being unique is a reason to celebrate--and staying connected is key.A whimsical addition to the nonfiction science and nature shelf, Mushrooms Know features: Facts about fungi, including that they have underground networks and help treesSide bars that dive further into the science of mushroomsLively art and charming textMushrooms always wear their thinking caps. They know so many things.

This joyful book about nature sounds for kids 3-7 will transport readers up a magnificent mountain.The mountains have lots to say… if you listen.It’s time for a hike in the mountains! A group of friends sets off, ready for adventure, with their ears open and their hearts too. From the rush of a waterfall and a chipmunk chattering cheerfully to the peck of a rascally bird trying to steal a snack, there are many exciting sounds to discover.The third book in the “Sounds of Nature” series for young children, I Hear You, Mountains is an excellent resource for outdoor education and social-emotional learning, helping to teach:How to engage with nature in fun and respectful waysConnection and empathy with living thingsMindfulness, observation, and imaginationLEVELINGGuided Reading Level: L

Emperor Montezuma's court tries everything to cure his bad mood in this delightful and hilarious story that sheds light on life in the Aztec empire--and the origins of hot chocolate. Montezuma is in a bad mood today. He doesn't want to see anyone or do anything! The people in the palace are very worried. They try everything they can to make Montezuma smile. They bring gifts, make music, and even dance. What to do? This vibrantly illustrated picture book shares the enduring symbols of Aztec life, from Quetzalc鏇tl, the magnificent plumed serpent, to its temples, codices, drums, and Montezuma's elaborate palace full of people and creatures. At the center of the story is xocol嫢l, a delicious treat enjoyed by Indigenous peoples of Mexico long before the Spaniards arrived. Today xocol嫢l (chocolate) is eaten, drunk, and enjoyed all over the world. But before all that happened, Montezuma had a tantrum... An Aldana Libros Book, Greystone Kids

A perfect holiday read for kids 4-8, this beautiful book shares a letter from Befana, the winter witch. Befana is a remarkable character from Italian folklore. On the 6th of January, she flies on a broom through the icy winter sky to visit children and bring them presents. In this stunningly illustrated book, Befana shares her secrets in a letter to all children: how she wears her warmest cloak for the journey, and sips a special soup that makes her invisible when visiting homes. She fills the stockings of some children with sweets, but leaves lumps of coal in others. For people of all ages, she brings the most precious gift of all: the promise of Spring, and nature's rebirth. This enchanting story provides: Backmatter with facts about Befana and other winter witch traditionsA conversation starter about different holiday and winter traditions around the worldEnchanting illustrations that capture the magic of Befana and the beauty of winterInsight into Italian folklore for kidsDestined

A gorgeously illustrated story of a swallow who goes against the flock, and the wonderful friendship that emerges from her decision. For kids 3-7, The Swallow Who Stayed is a beautiful celebration of the seasons and what happens when we have the courage to be different. Iris asked the other birds, "What happens to the forest when we leave?" But nobody knew the answer. No swallow had ever stayed long enough to see. It's time for the swallows to fly South for the winter. But not for Iris, a curious swallow, who has always wondered what the winter is like and decides to stay. One by one, the leaves fall from the trees and the cold begins to settle. Soon an icy wind blows and big snowflakes tumble from the sky. Maybe staying for the winter was a mistake... Though everything changes when Iris stumbles into the home of a squirrel. With Philip Giordano's geometric art, this heartfelt story shares the incredible surprises that happen when we dare to do something different, and celebrates a fri

走進 No. 5 Bubblegum Street，就像打開一扇充滿驚喜的門。這棟公寓裡的鄰居各有特色：有夢想北極冒險的河馬、有收集世界植物的黑豹、也有努力烤蛋糕的猴子，甚至還有熱愛跳舞的蝙蝠。樓梯間總是傳來音樂、敲擊聲與笑鬧氣氛，空氣中飄散著蛋糕香味。最令人期待的，是每天六點大家齊聚屋頂的派對，展現才華，分享熱鬧。插圖明快鮮明，充滿幽默小細節，讓孩子一再翻閱，邊看邊發現新驚喜。非常適合喜愛 Richard Scarry 的讀者。"Share[s] the bright hand-drawn style of beloved Scarry characters. The colours are gorgeous and it’s brimming with amusing details to keep little ones engaged... this one has eye-catching brio and plenty of pop."—The TimesFor fans of Richard Scarry comes a zany peek into a busy apartment building, and what the one-of-a-kind residents are up to.There’s a lot happening inside the apartment building on Bubblegum Street. There’s Mouse, a famous rapper, who lives on the ground floor and is getting ready to go out. Panther, the plant collector, has plants from every single continent. Hippo snores in his favorite armchair, dreaming of a great Arctic adventure. In the attic apartment, Bat is practicing a new dance routine, while in apartment number two, the monkeys are baking a “