- Table View
- List View
Little Big Love
by Katy ReganOne of Real Simple's Best Books of 2018About a Boy meets Parenthood in this smart, big-hearted love story about a family for whom everything changed one night, a decade ago, and the young boy who unites them all.Ten-year-old Zac Hutchinson collects facts: octopuses have three hearts, Usain Bolt is the fastest man on earth. But no one will tell him the one thing he wants to know most: who his father is and where he went. When Zac's mother, Juliet, inadvertently admits that his dad is the only man she's ever loved, Zac decides he is going to find him and deliver his mom the happily ever after she deserves.But Liam Jones left for a reason, and as Zac searches for clues of his father, Juliet begins to rebuild what shattered on the day that was at once the happiest and most heartbreaking of her life. Told through the eyes of Zac, Juliet, and grandfather Mick, Little Big Love is a layered, heartfelt, utterly satisfying story about family, love, and the secrets that can define who we are.
Little Big Man
by Varian JohnsonFrom literary powerhouse and Coretta Scott King Honor- and Boston Globe / Horn Book Honor-winning author of The Parker Inheritance Varian Johnson and New York Times bestselling illustrator Reggie Brown comes a heartwarming father-son story about the importance of stepping up...and finding time to play.Elijah can't wait to take his brand-new kite for its first flight! But with a new baby in the family, Daddy has to work this weekend. Elijah finds a clever way to help out and pitch in with his family while also reminding his dad how to still have a little fun.Beloved children's book author, Varian Johnson’s debut picture book highlights the fun journey of a young child building his confidence as he steps up into the big kid role, specifically as the little big man of the house.
Little Big Minds
by Marietta MccartyA guide for parents and educators to sharing the enduring ideas of the biggest minds throughout the centuries-from Plato to Jane Addams-with the "littlest" minds. Children are no strangers to cruelty and courage, to love and to loss, and in this unique book teacher and educational consultant Marietta McCarty reveals that they are, in fact, natural philosophers. Drawing on a program she has honed in schools around the country over the last fifteen years, Little Big Minds guides parents and educators in introducing philosophy to K-8 children in order to develop their critical thinking, deepen their appreciation for others, and brace them for the philosophical quandaries that lurk in all of our lives, young or old. Arranged according to themes-including prejudice, compassion, and death-and featuring the work of philosophers from Plato and Socrates to the Dalai Lama and Martin Luther King Jr. , this step-by-step guide to teaching kids how to think philosophically is full of excellent discussion questions, teaching tips, and group exercises. .
Little Bird Laila
by Kelly YangFrom New York Times bestselling author and illustrator, Kelly Yang and Xindi Yan, is a joyful story of a Chinese American girl translating for her immigrant parentsLaila knows how clever, kind, and funny her Mama and Baba are—but sometimes they need her help translating things from English. With English classes being too expensive, Laila decides to become her parents&’ teacher, even though she&’s just learning the language too. There&’s lots that Laila knows (like you don&’t pronounce the t in ballet) but there&’s so much she doesn&’t know too. Together, they embrace the joy and struggles of learning a new language.
A Little Bit Country
by Brian D. KennedyDumplin' meets Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda in this heartfelt and funny contemporary romance inspired by Dollywood, about two boys who fall in love against the backdrop of a country music-themed amusement park, from debut author Brian D. Kennedy. Perfect for fans of Erin Hahn, Phil Stamper, and David Levithan.Emmett Maguire wants to be country music’s biggest gay superstar—a far reach when you’re seventeen and living in Illinois. But for now, he’s happy to do the next best thing: Stay with his aunt in Jackson Hollow, Tennessee, for the summer and perform at the amusement park owned by his idol, country legend Wanda Jean Stubbs.Luke Barnes hates country music. As the grandson of Verna Rose, the disgraced singer who had a famous falling out with Wanda Jean, Luke knows how much pain country music has brought his family. But when his mom’s medical bills start piling up, he takes a job at the last place he wants: a restaurant at Wanda World.Neither boy is looking for romance, but sparks fly when they meet—and soon they’re inseparable. Until a long-lost secret about Verna and Wanda comes to light, threatening to unravel everything.Will Emmett and Luke be able get past the truths they discover…or will their relationship go down in history as just another Sad Country Love Song?
A Little Bit of Grace (A\cypress Key Novel Ser. #1)
by Phoebe FoxA heartfelt story about family, forgiveness, and starting over when the happy ending ends—and handling it all with a little bit of grace.Family is everything—Grace Adams McHale's mom must have said it to her a thousand times before she died. Before Grace's dad ran off with an aspiring actress half his age. Before only-child Grace found out she was unable to have children of her own. Before Brian—her childhood best friend, business partner, and finally her husband—dropped a "bombshell" on her in the form of her stunning new replacement.Which means Grace now has...nothing.Until she receives a letter from a woman claiming to be a relative Grace never knew she had, sending her on a journey from the childhood home she had to move back into, to a Florida island to meet a total stranger who embraces her as family. There, Grace starts to uncover answers about the eccentric woman her family never mentioned: a larger-than-life octogenarian who is the keeper of a secret held for more than fifty years, and the ultimate inspiration to always be true to yourself. As Grace gets to know this woman and picks up the pieces of her own shattered life, she is forced to question whether she can find forgiveness for the unforgivable.
A Little Bit of Love
by Synithia WilliamsTheir first meeting changed her lifeTheir second one changes everythingSheri &“Li&’l Bit&” Thomas will do anything to help revitalize the community she loves—even work with Lieutenant Deandre King, the cop who once arrested her after a stupid breakup stunt. Opening her new restaurant is a great first step. Partnering with the handsome widowed dad on an outreach event for at-risk youth and businesses is an even better one. But neither counts on the attraction simmering between them—or the potential problems with Deandre&’s teen son. Is Sheri&’s past a bad example for him, indicative of drama to come? Or is she the mom—and wife—they never knew they needed? Includes a bonus story, About Last Night!From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.
A Little Bit of Spectacular
by Gin PhillipsAn authentic coming-of-age story about finding magic in the every day--perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead, Joan Bauer, and Wendy Mass.Olivia and her mom have just moved in with her grandmother, and Olivia has exactly zero friends at her new school. But after a strange message on the bathroom wall of a café catches her eye, Olivia decides that Birmingham, Alabama, may be a little more interesting than it seems. So begins a search for answers that takes her all over the city. Luckily, her mission isn't solitary for long, thanks to her newfound friendship with Amelia, a girl just odd enough to be intriguing.What the girls discover isn't the earth-shattering revelation they were hoping for, but it may be just as compelling. After all, sometimes the journey really is more important than the destination. Especially when it leads you back home.
Little Bits of Baby: A Novel
by Patrick GaleA young man returns to London from a monastery to become a godfather—and gets a second chance at love—in this &“blithe, original, engaging satire&” (The New York Times). Robin has not gone outside for five years. When he first arrived at the remote island monastery, he had attacks so violent that the brothers thought he might do himself harm, so his room was stripped of all but the bed. Robin seemed to like it that way. But now, after years of penance for some unspoken sin, he is pale, drawn, and emotionally fragile—nothing like the promising university student he once was. Indeed, he is a ticking time bomb of unexpressed anger, and he is about to be unleashed upon the world. Robin came to the monastery after his childhood playmate, Candida, became engaged to Jake, their irresistibly sexy mutual friend. Now, Candida is a mother, and she wants her long-lost friend to be the child&’s godfather. When he returns to London after his long exile, Robin finds the modern world strange and unfamiliar, but he must fight through it if he is to conclude the unfinished business that caused him to flee, and take his place in the world once again. Written at the height of the AIDS crisis, Little Bits of Baby is an intensely personal and romantic book from an author who writes with an intimate understanding of the labyrinth of the human heart. Winsomely funny and bittersweet, it may be the most remarkable novel Patrick Gale has ever produced.
Little Bits of Sky
by S. E. Durrant Katie HarnettTwo foster-system-weary siblings find an unlikely family as they hope for a permanent home.Ira and Zac, veterans of the foster system, are being uprooted again. This time their destination isSkilly House, a London-based home for children. There, Ira, eleven, and Zac, nine, befriend the staffand other kids, all the while hoping to find their own family to belong to.When they’re invited to spend a holiday with Martha, a retiree, the visit opens the children’s eyesto what life in a permanent home might be like. But a tragic accident soon tests Ira, Zac, and Martha.Can they truly come together as a family? This gentle story explores the love and complexities behindthe ties that bind.
The Little Black Book for Girlz: A Book on Healthy Sexuality
by St Stephen's Community HouseCheck it out: not just a book about sex, but a look at girl culture by teenagers. No stuffy school textbook. No nosy adults. Just a diverse group of teen girls from a community youth project who had questions about sexuality. To find answers, they collected stories, poetry and artwork from other youth. They also interviewed frontline health experts to get solid facts about the personalities and pressures that young women have to deal with.It's a great mix of real-life examples and life-saving info. Topics include: Relationships Periods Sex Birth control Pregnancy Sexually transmitted infections/AIDS Sexual assault. All the content has been vetted by doctors, and the book is endorsed by health professionals -- so girls know they're getting good info. There's also a section at the back with places to contact to find out more. It's all stuff that youth need to know, and it's all decked out in a compact, easy-to-browse zine style. The Little Black Book for Girlz is an important, take-anywhere empowerment guide. Girls shouldn't leave their teen years without it.
The Little Blue Bridge
by Brenda MaierThe can-do heroine from the acclaimed The Little Red Fort returns in this fresh, feminist spin on The Three Billy Goats Gruff."Readers will happily discover that trip-trapping to friendship and cooperation is indeed a pie-worthy prize." -- Kirkus ReviewsRuby's mind is always full of ideas.One day, she spies some blueberries across the creek and invites her brothers to pick some. Unfortunately, the bridge is blocked by scary Santiago."I'm the boss, and you can't cross... unless you give me a snack," he demands.One by one, the brothers scamper across, promising Santiago that the next sibling has a better snack. When at last it's Ruby's turn, she refuses to be bullied and creates her own way to cross the creek.This modern spin on a classic tale weaves folklore, feminism, STEM, and a Latinx cast into a delightful read-aloud that celebrates creativity and building bridges of friendship and community.
Little Blue Chair
by Cary FaganA sweet, whimsical tale that chronicles the journey of a chair as it changes hands and uses. Perfect for fans of The Good Little Book, Something for Nothing and Virginia Lee Burton's The Little House.Boo's favorite chair is little and blue. He sits in it, reads in it and makes a tent around it...until the day he grows too big for it. His mother puts the little blue chair out on the lawn where a truck driver picks it up. The truck driver sells it to a lady in a junk store where it sits for many years until it's sold and put to use as a plant stand. In the years that follow, the little blue chair is used in many other ways -- on an elephant ride, in a contest, on a Ferris wheel, in a tree...until the day it flies away, borne aloft by balloons, and lands in a garden of daffodils where a familiar face finds it. A charming, beautifully illustrated read-aloud that follows the adventures of a little chair, beginning as the seat of a small child who loves books and circling back to that child's child many years (and bottoms) later.
Little Blue Lies
by Chris LynchTwo teens discover the true danger of love in this gripping novel from Printz Honor–winning author Chris Lynch. Oliver loves Junie Blue. That’s true. Pretty much everything else is a lie. Both known for their deceit, Junie and O’s relationship was the only honest thing they had. But now that’s over. Oliver’s been dumped, and he’s miserable. Junie says they’re done. Unless she’s lying? Junie’s father works for One Who Knows, the head of an organized crime family. He won’t tell O where Junie is, not even after O hears a rumor that Junie’s won the lottery—and that One Who Knows expects to be given her ticket. O fears Junie’s in danger, and he’s determined to come to her rescue. But is there honestly anything he can do?
The Little Book for Boys
by M. L. StrattonCurious and charmingRambunctious and sillyShy and sweetNo matter what type he is, a little boy is something to celebrate!--and this book is the perfect keepsake to remind them just how special they are. With songs, poems, lullabies, rhymes, and games, this timeless treasury celebrates all things. From Little Jack Horner to Pick-Up Sticks--these time-honored traditions will create unforgettable memories for every kind of little boy for years to come.
The Little Book for Boys
by M. L. StrattonCurious and charmingRambunctious and sillyShy and sweetNo matter what type he is, a little boy is something to celebrate!--and this book is the perfect keepsake to remind them just how special they are. With songs, poems, lullabies, rhymes, and games, this timeless treasury celebrates all things. From Little Jack Horner to Pick-Up Sticks--these time-honored traditions will create unforgettable memories for every kind of little boy for years to come.
The little Book for Boys
by M. L. StrattonCurious and charming Rambunctious and silly Shy and sweet No matter what type he is, a little boy is something to celebrate!--and this book is the perfect keepsake to remind them just how special they are. With songs, poems, lullabies, rhymes, and games, this timeless treasury celebrates all things. From Little Jack Horner to Pick-Up Sticks--these time-honored traditions will create unforgettable memories for every kind of little boy for years to come.
The Little Book for Dads: Stories, Jokes, Games, and More
by Media AdamsHundreds of family traditions to share with your little ones!Play an exciting game of Slapjack with your kids. Spark their creativity with the perfect rainy day craft. Send those sleepy eyes off to bed with an enchanting tale of adventure. A collection that you'll turn to time and time again, The Little Book for Dads offers hundreds of your favorite stories, games, and jokes to share with your entire family. From reading Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp to building a Tin Can Telephone to playing a game of Crazy Eights, this book will inspire hours of fun and laughter as you revisit these classic childhood treasures with your little ones.
The Little Book for Dads
by Adams MediaHundreds of family traditions to share with your little ones! Play an exciting game of Slapjack with your kids. Spark their creativity with the perfect rainy day craft. Send those sleepy eyes off to bed with an enchanting tale of adventure. A collection that you'll turn to time and time again, The Little Book for Dads offers hundreds of your favorite stories, games, and jokes to share with your entire family. From reading Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp to building a Tin Can Telephone to playing a game of Crazy Eights, this book will inspire hours of fun and laughter as you revisit these classic childhood treasures with your little ones.
The Little Book for Girls
by M. L. StrattonSweet and charmingWild and whimsicalPrecocious and thoughtfulNo matter what type she is, a little girl is something to celebrate!--and this book is the perfect keepsake to remind them just how special they are. With songs, poems, lullabies, rhymes, and games, this timeless treasury celebrates all things girl. From Little Miss Muffet to making sugar cookies--these time-honored traditions will create unforgettable memories for every kind of little girl for years to come.
The Little Book for Girls
by M. L. StrattonSweet and charmingWild and whimsicalPrecocious and thoughtfulNo matter what type she is, a little girl is something to celebrate!--and this book is the perfect keepsake to remind them just how special they are. With songs, poems, lullabies, rhymes, and games, this timeless treasury celebrates all things girl. From Little Miss Muffet to making sugar cookies--these time-honored traditions will create unforgettable memories for every kind of little girl for years to come.
The Little Book for Girls
by M. L. StrattonSweet and charming Wild and whimsical Precocious and thoughtful No matter what type she is, a little girl is something to celebrate!--and this book is the perfect keepsake to remind them just how special they are. With songs, poems, lullabies, rhymes, and games, this timeless treasury celebrates all things girl. From Little Miss Muffet to making sugar cookies--these time-honored traditions will create unforgettable memories for every kind of little girl for years to come.
The Little Book for Moms: Stories, Recipes, Games, and More
by Media AdamsEven though they're busier than ever before, moms still love taking the time to share family traditions with their little ones. The Little Book for Moms will encourage readers to pass their favorite tales, crafts, games, and recipes onto the next generation. From Goldilocks and the Three Bears to Margarine Tub Jellyfish to Marshmallow Squares, each page will help moms create heartwarming memories of their own. A collection that they'll turn to time and time again, The Little Book for Moms will keep Mom--and the rest of the family--smiling all day long.
The Little Book for Moms
by Adams MediaEven though they're busier than ever before, moms still love taking the time to share family traditions with their little ones. The Little Book for Moms will encourage readers to pass their favorite tales, crafts, games, and recipes onto the next generation. From Goldilocks and the Three Bears to Margarine Tub Jellyfish to Marshmallow Squares, each page will help moms create heartwarming memories of their own. A collection that they'll turn to time and time again, The Little Book for Moms will keep Mom--and the rest of the family--smiling all day long.
The Little Book of Autism FAQs: How to Talk with Your Child about their Diagnosis and Other Conversations
by Davida HartmanEmpowering and practical, this guide is the perfect companion for parents who are finding it difficult to tell their children about their autism diagnosis. It provides a realistic yet uplifting approach to autism, treating it not as a disability but as a difference.Not telling children about their autism diagnosis can have a significant negative impact on their mental health; by equipping parents with a language of positivity around autism, the book will make a difference to many children on the spectrum. It advises on how and when to talk to autistic children with both high and low care needs, and provides guidance on supporting children's relationships with peers at school, as well as how to broach the conversation with the child's siblings.Concise and easy to read, The Little Book of Autism FAQs answers parents' questions with accessible language, preparing them to approach this difficult conversation in a constructive manner.