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Little Tree
by Loren Long<p>In the middle of a little forest, there lives a Little Tree who loves his life and the splendid leaves that keep him cool in the heat of long summer days. Life is perfect just the way it is. <p>Autumn arrives, and with it the cool winds that ruffle Little Tree's leaves. One by one the other trees drop their leaves, facing the cold of winter head on. But not Little Tree—he hugs his leaves as tightly as he can. Year after year Little Tree remains unchanged, despite words of encouragement from a squirrel, a fawn, and a fox, his leaves having long since turned brown and withered. As Little Tree sits in the shadow of the other trees, now grown sturdy and tall as though to touch the sun, he remembers when they were all the same size. And he knows he has an important decision to make. <p>From #1 New York Times bestselling author Loren Long comes a gorgeously-illustrated story that challenges each of us to have the courage to let go and to reach for the sun.
Little Tree
by Loren LongFor graduates, for their parents, for anyone facing change, here is a gorgeously illustrated and stunningly heartfelt ode to the challenges of growing up and letting go. A story of the seasons and stepping stones as poignant for parents as for their kids, from the creator of Otis the tractor and illustrator of Love by Matt de la Pena."Long&’s gentle but powerful story about a young tree who holds tight to his leaves, even as everyone else lets theirs drop, takes on nothing less than the pain and sorrow of growing up. . . . As in Long&’s unaccountably profound books about Otis the tractor, a pure white background somehow adds to the depth."—The New York Times Book Review In the middle of a little forest, there lives a Little Tree who loves his life and the splendid leaves that keep him cool in the heat of long summer days. Life is perfect just the way it is. Autumn arrives, and with it the cool winds that ruffle Little Tree's leaves. One by one the other trees drop their leaves, facing the cold of winter head on. But not Little Tree—he hugs his leaves as tightly as he can. Year after year Little Tree remains unchanged, despite words of encouragement from a squirrel, a fawn, and a fox, his leaves having long since turned brown and withered. As Little Tree sits in the shadow of the other trees, now grown sturdy and tall as though to touch the sun, he remembers when they were all the same size. And he knows he has an important decision to make.From #1 New York Times bestselling Loren Long comes a gorgeously-illustrated story that challenges each of us to have the courage to let go and to reach for the sun.Praise for Little Tree* "The illustrations are beautifully rendered . . . Understated and inviting, young readers will be entranced by Little Tree&’s difficult but ultimately rewarding journey."—Booklist, starred review"Long&’s gentle but powerful story about a young tree who holds tight to his leaves, even as everyone else lets theirs drop, takes on nothing less than the pain and sorrow of growing up. Season after season, Little Tree clings to his brown-leaved self until he can take a leap and shed his protection. He feels &‘the harsh cold of winter,&’ but soon grows tall and green, and it&’s not bad at all. As in Long&’s unaccountably profound books about Otis the tractor, a pure white background somehow adds to the depth."—The New York Times Book Review* "[Long's] willingness to take his time and even test the audience&’s patience with his arboreal hero&’s intransigence results in an ending that&’s both a big relief and an authentic triumph. Long&’s earnest-eloquent narrative voice and distilled, single-plane drawings, both reminiscent of an allegorical pageant, acknowledge the reality of the struggle while offering the promise of brighter days ahead."—Publishers Weekly, starred review"Long is sparing with the text, keeping it simple and beautifully descriptive. Brilliantly colored illustrations done in acrylic, ink, and pencil stand out on bright white pages, with Little Tree taking the center position in each double-page spread. Tender and gentle and altogether lovely."—Kirkus Reviews"Children will see the tree facing the scariness of change; adult readers may well feel wistful as the story underscores the need to let their babies grow toward independence. Beautiful. Grade: A"—Cleveland Plain Dealer
Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name (Little Troublemaker)
by Luvvie Ajayi JonesA story about a little troublemaker with a big heart who must defend her name from a class bully, from the New York Times bestselling author and noted speaker Luvvie Ajayi Jones.Little Luvvie is ready for her first day at a new school!But immediately things do not go well. First, a kid in class makes fun of her name. How dare he! But Luvvie&’s instant response gets her scolded. Then she forgets her lunch. And worst of all, her teacher sees a private note Luvvie had written to herself where she talked about how much she doesn&’t like her new school. What a day! But this little troublemaker figures out how to turn things around.In this remarkably relatable picture book, Little Luvvie, the star of Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess, learns that she can be kind even as she stands up for herself, and that learning from mistakes can open her up to making new friends who respect and appreciate her.Written by the New York Times bestselling author Luvvie Ajayi Jones, with bright, bold art by Joey Spiotto, this funny, sweet story is dedicated to all the kids whose names might feel too different. It reminds us that our names are worth getting right and celebrating.
Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess
by Luvvie Ajayi JonesA story about a little troublemaker with a big heart from the New York Times bestselling author and noted speaker Luvvie Ajayi Jones. <p><p>Whoops!Little Luvvie loves her mom. She loves her sister. And she loves doing nice things for other people. <p><p>But what happens when doing something nice means breaking some rules? Little Luvvie is about to find out. <p><p>Written by the New York Times bestselling author Luvvie Ajayi Jones with bright, bold art by Joey Spiotto, this funny, sweet story about a bighearted girl with the best of intentions is sure to become a family favorite. <p> <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
Little Truck
by Taro GomiLittle Truck is setting out to explore! He's going fast, climbing hills, and braving tunnels, being just the right amount of careful along the way. But no matter how far he goes, his caring parent is never far behind. This ebook by beloved author-illustrator Taro Gomi is perfect for toddlers moving onwards and upwards to big adventures.
Little Truck
by Taro GomiLittle Truck is setting out to explore! He's going fast, climbing hills, and braving tunnels, being just the right amount of careful along the way. But no matter how far he goes, his caring parent is never far behind. This ebook by beloved author-illustrator Taro Gomi is perfect for toddlers moving onwards and upwards to big adventures.
Little Turtle Tries (Hello Genius)
by Michael DahlIt’s time to get dressed, which is no easy task for Little Turtle! But Little Turtle will not give up. Keep on trying, Little Turtle!
Little Turtle and the Coyote: Independent Reading Turquoise 7 (Reading Champion #1076)
by Damian HarveyIn this North American traditional tale, a little turtle wanders too far from the river and tries to trick Coyote into giving him a lift back.This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.
Little Turtle's Big Adventure
by David HarrisonLittle Turtle awakes one day to the sound of bulldozers near his pond. He takes to the figurative road to find a new home. After a long journey through meadows, forests, and the like, he hibernates for the winter. In the spring, a boy picks him up and carries him to a new pond.
Little Turtle's Dream
by Valeri GorbachevLittle Turtle spends his nights in the backyard, looking at the stars and dreaming of becoming an astronaut.
Little Turtle's Toy Boat
by Valeri GorbachevPapa Turtle made Little Turtle a toy boat! He can’t wait to go sail it on the pond with his friends, the Duckling Twins and Dragonfly.
Little Unicorn Is Angry (Little Unicorn #1)
by Aur¿lie Chien Chow ChineFor fans of unicorns, Mr. Men, and Little Miss, this book in the Little Unicorn series about coping with strong feelings offers tools to manage anger and temper tantrums--and integrates a breathing exercise right into the story. Little Unicorn's rainbow-colored mane is magic--it shifts to a single color when he's feeling a particularly strong emotion. It seems like a storm comes over him when he's angry, and his mane turns bright red. But when he repeats a special three-step breathing exercise, the clouds clear and his rainbow returns--and if he ever feels angry again, he'll know just what to do.With simple, accessible artwork and the universal character appeal of unicorns, each Little Unicorn story allows children and caregivers to talk about and work through specific moods.Other Little Unicorn books you will enjoy:Little Unicorn is ScaredLittle Unicorn is Sad: Coming January 2019Little Unicorn is Shy: Coming January 2019
Little Unicorn Is Sad (Little Unicorn #3)
by Aurélie Chien Chow ChineMr. Men meets The Color Monster--with a unicorn!--in the third book in this series that taps into the current trend of books about childhood emotions, this one about sadness.A little unicorn's rainbow-colored mane shifts to a single color when he's feeling a particularly strong emotion. It seems like a storm comes over him when he's sad, and his mane turns deep blue. But when he repeats a breathing exercise, the clouds clear and his rainbow returns--and if he ever feels sad again, he'll know just what to do.This distinctive series about coping with strong feelings integrates a breathing exercise into the story, making these books perfect for parents who are seeking practical tools for their children. With accessible, mainstream artwork and unicorn character appeal, each book focuses on just one emotion, allowing parents and children to dive deeper into individual moods. Little Unicorn is Shy will release at the same time.
Little Unicorn Is Scared (Little Unicorn #2)
by Aur¿lie Chien Chow ChineFor fans of unicorns, Mr. Men, and Little Miss, this book in the Little Unicorn series about coping with strong feelings offers tools to manage anxiety or fear of the dark--and integrates a breathing exercise right into the story. A little unicorn's rainbow-colored mane is magic--it shifts to a single color when he's feeling a particularly strong emotion. At bedtime, he often is scared of the dark, and his mane turns bright green. But when he repeats a special three-step breathing exercise, his fear disappears and his rainbow returns--and if he ever feels scared again, he'll know just what to do.With simple, accessible artwork and the universal character appeal of unicorns, each How Do You Feel Today? story allows children and caregivers to talk about and work through specific moods.Other Little Unicorn books you will enjoy:Little Unicorn is ScaredLittle Unicorn is Sad--Coming January 2019Little Unicorn is Shy--Coming January 2019
Little Unicorn Is Shy (Little Unicorn #4)
by Aurélie Chien Chow ChineMr. Men meets The Color Monster--with a unicorn!--in the fourth book in this series that taps into the current trend of books about childhood emotions, this one about shyness.A little unicorn's rainbow-colored mane shifts to a single color when he's feeling a particularly strong emotion. When he's feeling shy, like when he needs to speak up in class or meet someone new, his mane turns purple. But when he repeats a breathing exercise, his rainbow returns--and if he ever feels shy again, he'll know just what to do.This distinctive series about coping with strong feelings integrates a breathing exercise into the story, making these books perfect for parents who are seeking practical tools for their children. With accessible, mainstream artwork and unicorn character appeal, each book focuses on just one emotion, allowing parents and children to dive deeper into individual moods. Little Unicorn is Sad will release at the same time.
Little Vampire Women
by Louisa May Alcott Lynn Messina"Christmas wont be Christmas without any corpses." The dear, sweet March sisters are back, and Marmee has told them to be good little women. Good little vampire women, that is. That's right: Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy have grown up since you last read their tale, and now they have (much) longer lives and (much) more ravenous appetites. Marmee has taught them well, and so they live by an unprecedented moral code of abstinence . . . from human blood. Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy must learn to get along with one another, help make society a better place, and avoid the vampire hunters who pose a constant threat to their existence. Plus, Laurie is dying to become a part of the March family, at any cost. Some things never change. This horrifying-and hilarious-retelling of a timeless American classic will leave readers craving the bloodthirsty drama on each and every page.
Little Vic
by Doris GatesLITTLE VIC is the story of Pony Rivers and his love for Little Vic, grandson of the famous race horse, Man O' War. The story traces the progress of the orphaned Pony Rivers from New York City to the winner's circle at California's Santa Anita Race Track. He reaches this destination because of his love for Little Vic, whom he has been with throughout the horse's young life and in whom he kept faith when all others had given up. Both boy and horse prove themselves when, riding at night on the Arizona ranch to which the horse has been sent for training, they rescue a group of campers from a flash flood. Then the boy truly understands the horse's greatness and the victory in the Santa Anita Handicap follows quickly.
Little Vixen: Book 10 (Horses of Half Moon Ranch #10)
by Jenny OldfieldBrad Martin, a famous reining expert, visits Half Moon Ranch with his champion horse, Little Vixen. Kirstie adores the horse but is suspicious of the man - especially when she sees him getting close to her mother. She's heard he's fallen on hard times and is worried he's after a share of the Half Moon profits. Her worry turns to alarm when a sudden fire traps Little Vixen in the barn. Is Martin to blame? If so, why would he put his own horse in danger? Kirstie aims to untangle the truth from the lies...
Little Wave and Old Swell
by Kenneth Blanchard Jim BallardLittle Wave and Old Swell recounts a journey across the sea made by impetuous Little Wave and his sage teacher, Old Swell. Their allegorical adventure points young and old readers toward the enduring questions: Where did I come from? What is the nature of life? What happens when I die? Old Swell's lessons remind us to stop amidst the rush and clamor of life, calm ourselves, and look within. Little Wave's misadventures show us how our noisy, competitive lives can distract us from life's important questions. The book's mantra Don't hurry; don't stop suggests the pace of a long ocean swell as an alternative to today's frenetic tempo. Written with uncomplicated charm by Jim Ballard -- including original oil paintings by Catherine M. Elliott and a foreword by bestselling author, Ken Blanchard -- this timeless tale is certain to take its place with other classic and engaging parables such as The Little Prince and Jonathan Livingston Seagull.
Little Whale
by Jo WeaverTold through the eyes of a whale and her calf, this mesmerisingly beautiful book is a story of migration, family and the strength of parental love. And a celebration of the wonders of nature."We're going on a long journey, Little Whale," sang her mother. "We're going home."Travelling from the warm weather of the south, through fragile coral reefs, kelp forests and glittering shoals of fish, Little Whale follows her mother to the icy north. With her mother guiding and protecting her all the way home.With atmospheric charcoal drawings and gentle, lyrical storytelling, Little Whale is perfect for sharing with your little one."Evocative charcoal drawings bring the underwater world to stunning life; fans of Blue Planet will be mesmerised." The BooksellerAlso by Jo Weaver: Little One, Little Tigers
Little Whale in Deep Trouble: A Story Inspired by a True Event
by Hans WilhelmYoung children will be riveted by the story of Little Whale, a young calf who goes everywhere with his Mama.Every day as they swim through the waves, Little Whale feels happy and safe whenever he sees their shadows side by side on the ocean floor. One day, Little Whale sees a school of stingrays cruising by and he quickly races after them. He doesn't think he's gone too far when he suddenly looks down and sees only one shadow! Mama Whale is nowhere to be found…and he's stuck in a big fishing net! Now Little Whale is in deep trouble! Children will race to the end of this story to learn the outcome, discovering the real-life story that inspired this entertaining book. Little Whale in Deep Trouble includes lots of engaging facts about Humpback Whales that will encourage kids to learn more about these gentle giants. It's an excellent resource for children as they strive to meet state standards in English Language Arts. Pssst…it's a fun read
Little Whale: A Story of the Last Tlingit War Canoe
by Roy Peratrovich, Jr.Keet, a ten-year-old Tlingit Indian boy, stows away for a voyage on his father’s canoe . . . and soon finds himself caught in the middle of a wild seastorm. The story carries him far from his home village, and when he makes land, he winds up right in the middle of a dangerous dispute between two Indian clans. The story of how he copes with these surprises and extricates himself from danger is dramatic and unforgettable. And it’s mostly true. Roy Peratrovich here builds a wonderful children’s tale on the bones of a story his own grandfather passed down. His accompanying illustrations bring the people and landscapes of Alaska—to say nothing of the adventures!—to stunning life, drawing young readers into a long-gone time when the whims of nature and man could suddenly test a boy’s courage.
Little Whistle's Christmas (Little Whistle)
by Cynthia Rylant Tim BowersIt's Christmastime in Toytown. Lights are twinkling, bells are jingling, and children can't wait for Santa and his sleigh to arrive. Presents are wonderful, of course, but Little Whistle and his friends need something else for Christmas. Will Santa answer their letter and make their wishes come true? In Little Whistle's first holiday adventure, Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and artist Tim Bowers once again bring the cozy world of Toytown to life--and capture the magical spirit of Christmas.
Little White Lies
by F. Bowman Hastie Brianna BakerSeventeen-year-old honors student Coretta White's Tumblr, Little White Lies--her witty thoughts on pretty much . . . everything--has gone viral. She's got hundreds of thousands of followers; she's even been offered a TV deal. But Coretta has a secret. She hasn't been writing all her own posts. Stressed from the demands of the sudden attention, she hired an expert ghostwriter, forty-one-year-old Karl Ristoff, to keep the Tumblr going. Now consumed with guilt, she confesses.Almost instantly, she suffers a public humiliation. The TV deal disappears. Her boyfriend breaks up with her. Then Karl is thrust into the limelight, only to suffer a dramatic fall himself. Together, they vow to find out who is responsible for ruining both of their lives, and why. But in order to exact justice and a wicked revenge, they must first come clean with each other.From the Hardcover edition.self. Ultimately the two join forces to find out who is responsible for ruining both of their lives . . . someone who might have even had the power to fuel their success in the first place. And to exact justice and a clever revenge, they must truly come clean to each other.
Little White Lies
by Katie DaleLucy can't help but be drawn to the mysterious Christian, but the more time they spend together the more she realises that Christian has a secret past that he's not keen to share, clamming up every time she tries to get him to talk to her. Lucy isn't someone who takes no for an answer, and as the two grow closer she's determined to find out the truth about Christian and the past he wants to keep hidden ... but even if she does, will Lucy like what she discovers? And with secrets of her own to hide, is Lucy playing a dangerous game... Full of family secrets, surprising twists and unexpected revelations, Katie Dale's second novel will have readers on the edge of their seats.