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In this first of a charming series about a little mouse and her forest friends, Sophie Mouse must convince her classmates—and herself—that a new student is nothing to fear. Even if he is a snake! Readers will delight in The Adventures of Sophie Mouse!

In the first book of The Adventures of Sophie Mouse, springtime has arrived at Silverlake Forest! The animals are coming out of their homes, buds are blooming on the trees, and the air smells of honeysuckles and tree bark. Sophie Mouse can’t wait to go back to school after the long winter break.

Even better, there’s a new student in class—Sophie loves meeting new animals! But the class gasps when Owen enters: he’s a snake! No one is brave enough to sit near him, or play with Owen at recess, or even talk to him. Can Sophie help her friends understand that Owen’s not scary after all?

With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Adventures of Sophie Mouse chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.

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It’s back to school for Mr. Putter & Tabby!

Dong! Dong! Dong! The school bell is ringing. The crispy fall wind is blowing. Mr. Putter wishes he could go back to school—even for just one day. Then he has an idea: How about a visit during show-and-tell with Mrs. Teaberry, Tabby, and Zeke? The teacher agrees, but there’s one problem. She and the students expect pet tricks. Will Tabby and Zeke be able to deliver? Mr. Putter & Tabby Ring the Bell marks the twentieth book in this beloved series a perennial hit since 1994.

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Encourages children to learn about Astronomy and our place in the Solar System. Kids can discover the vast wonders of space by exploring the eight primary planets, comets, asteroids, moons, and dwarf planets. Each page illustrates a fun character that children will sure to enjoy as they learn the names and fun facts about each planet within the solar system.

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Gregory McFlea is a bug who is bored with the life of a flea and is obsessed with the letter B. Gregory describes his big adventure from a dog’s backside to a buzzing beehive, using a bountiful number of words that begin with the letter B. Join Gregory as he goes through a bugged out transformation from flea to bee, then back again; learning that the best thing you can be is yourself.

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What do cars, toys, people, and jelly beans have in common? They can all be estimated. Two friends try out their estimating skills and find out that estimating can have real rewards––especially when there’s a contest to enter!

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This book is suitable for ages 9 to 12 years. ” Wordplay Cafe” is so imaginative that kids and adults will be laughing together before they even begin a word game! Kline has added his trademark `Pundits`, a combination of art and word games for kids that encourage both visual and auditory thinkers. ” Wordplay Cafe” is a serious vocabulary builder in disguise, but kids will see it as silly fun of the most wholesome kind.

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Ethan and Ella search for lions on a safari in Kenya in the fifth book of Greetings from Somewhere, an exciting series about mystery, travel, and adventure.

Ethan, Ella, and their parents travel to the Maasai Mara in Kenya where they stay in a cabin and venture out on safaris every day in search of The Big Five game animals—the African elephant, the Cape buffalo, the leopard, the rhinoceros, and, of course, the lion. The kids are so excited when they see four of the five animals within the first few days, but where are the lions? Both Ethan and Ella could swear they’ve seen a lion’s tail poking out from behind a tree, but they cannot seem to find the animal itself!

Then, the twins talk to a boy and girl who live in the Maasai Mara. The locals give Ethan and Ella some clues about spotting lions. With a little help and some good detective work, the twins discover a whole lion family on their last day in Kenya!

With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Greetings from Somewhere chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.

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Do you know the Jesus Story?
This story starts with God and includes you!
From the very beginning at Creation to the promise of life in Heaven, get the big picture of God’s great love for us. Playful illustrations and simple words show and tell why God sent Jesus and what his life, death, and resurrection mean for everyone.

Inspired by the Bible verse John 3:16.
Additional verses are referenced throughout to help parents and teachers learn and share with children about faith in Christ.

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The Green Coat is book 1 in a series of children’s books explaining the love of God.

In this first book author Debra L. Stokes demonstrates God’s love for a lost soul through sacrificial giving. When Miss Betty notices a young woman at the train station in need she offers her the warmth of God’s love through the giving of her new green coat.

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From saber-toothed to tabby, cats have had a prominent place in human history, society, and hearts. Now cat lovers of all ages can discover what’s lurking behind kitty’s twitching tail and bewitching eyes in M is for Meow: A Cat Alphabet. Beginning readers enjoy the simple rhymes, while older children discover facts about each letter topic in the accompanying sidebar expository. M is for Meow Feed me, pet me, come and play. Let me out, please go away! A cat fits all these thoughts somehow into the tiny word MEOW! General topics such as breeds, behavior, and cat care alternate with charming anecdotal entries. Lavish paintings of cat and owner appeal to enthusiasts of all ages. A back section on cat stats and feline facts provides even more information for pet owners.Former librarian Helen L. Wilbur has loved cats all her life. In explaining her goal in writing an animal book for children, she says, “Animals don’t care if you aren’t the most popular kid in the class or whether you did your homework.” Helen has a BA in English Language and Literature from the University of Chicago, a master’s degree in library science from Columbia University, and lives in New York City. Robert Papp’s award-winning artwork includes hundreds of illustrations for major publishers across the United States, and his first children’s book, The Scarlet Stockings Spy, was named an IRATeachers’ Choice in 2005. Robert lives in historic Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

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Martha has lost her collar and ended up at the local animal shelter. It falls to her to organize a pound break for all her new doggy friends but she soon discovers freedom isn’t much without a family. When Martha’s owner finally comes to take her home, she realizes that she can’t leave her shelter friends behind. Martha, Helen, and her friends cook up a spectacular plan–Wagstaff’s first Top Dog Show–to find families for all of the pound pooches!

The book will include a cast of characters introduction and two pages of word-fun activities.

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For more than 35 years, the best-selling Arch(R) Books Bible story series has captivated children. Each book presents a complete Bible story in a fun-to-read way children can understand and remember. This book retells the Christmas story from Marys point

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Play + Drill = Learning Success!

This box set of flash cards provides young learners a fun, engaging way to practice the mathematical skills they need for school success. Beginning with the concepts of time and money, and progressing through division, the colorful cards offer children the opportunity to learn and practice math skills at their own pace. These cards also provide suggestions for fun games that will reinforce learning. Perfect for practice at home, for reinforcing concepts taught at school, and for proficiency test preparation, these flash cards are an important tool for math success!

This box set includes Addition, Subtraction, Division, Multiplication, Time, and Money.

Look for these other Brighter Child® Box Sets: Early Learning Fun Flash Cards, Learning Fun Game Cards, and Science and Social Studies Fun Fact Cards

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Captain Awesome gets to meet his idol in this super special seventeenth adventure of the Sunnyview Superhero Squad!

In this super special, Captain Awesome encounters his biggest villain yet! But just when all might be lost, someone lends a hand. And not just a regular hand. A super hand. Because it’s Super Dude! This super special is 160 pages packed with action!

With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Captain Awesome chapter books are perfect for beginning readers!

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Dealing with the loss of a loved one, or pet, is one of the hardest things that a child can face. And as parents, we often times don’t know what to say or do to help them grieve and move past the pain, to live a happy life again. That’s where Muki and Joshua – A Cat Love Story comes in. Loosely based on a true story, it will help kids see that it’s okay to grieve and cry when they lose someone they love, but in time, they will be able to move past the hurt and be happy again.

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Amy and her friends care for some chickens and prepare for the Santa Vista Quiz Bowl in the thirteenth book of The Critter Club series!

Amy has never liked being in the spotlight. When all of her friends decide to form a team for the Santa Vista Quiz Bowl, Amy isn’t so sure it’s a good idea. She knows she can answer the quiz questions…but can she do it in front of hundreds of people?

Meanwhile, the Critter Club is caring for a few chickens that need a home. And as the day of the Quiz Bowl gets closer, Amy starts to feel a little bit chicken herself! Will she get over her stage fright and help her team win?

With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Critter Club chapter books are perfect for beginning readers!

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Captain Awesome battles evil on the mini-golf course! Will the Sunnyview Superhero Squad be able to stop a cheater AND rescue a golf ball from a waterfall?

Eugene, Charlie, and Sally are going mini-golfing! But there’s a hitch. They’re going mini-golfing for Meredith Mooney’s (aka Little Miss Stinky Pinky’s) birthday party. The Sunnyview Superhero Squad tries to make the best of the situation, but that situation turns sour when Meredith starts losing. Meredith does not like to lose—especially not to Eugene, who seems to be an awesome mini-golfer!

Meredith’s spirits pick up when she begins to win…and continues to win. But WAIT! Did Meredith just tap the ball into the hole with her foot when no one else was looking? Captain Awesome has discovered her secret and is about to reveal her, but first he must rescue a golf ball from a treacherous waterfall of doom!

With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Captain Awesome chapter books are perfect for beginning readers!

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Ethan and Ella are on the trail of an Australian coral thief in the eighth book of Greetings from Somewhere, an exciting series about mystery, travel, and adventure.

Ethan and Ella are in Australia, home to beautiful beaches and some of the most famous coral reefs in the world—plus tons of cool fish and other underwater creatures! And not only that, Australia is home to Ethan and Ella’s aunt, uncle, and cousin. The twins dive right into the water for some snorkeling at their cousin’s beach house, and while they’re exploring, they come across a watch that’s still ticking. Whose is it? Then they hear reports of fishermen illegally taking coral from the reefs nearby. Could Ethan and Ella be on the trail of a coral thief?

With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Greetings from Somewhere chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.

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The Legend of the Lady’s Slipper is a suspenseful tale of a young maiden’s run through the forest in an attempt to save the people of her village. Dashing through the forest, with starlight at her heels,” Running Flower is a testament of courage, loyalty, and sacrifice. You will remember her story whenever you see delicate pink and white lady’s slippers carpeting the ground of a northern forest. Add The Legend of the Lady’s Slipper to your collection and let it enchant you for years to come. Kathy-jo Wargin aims to help young readers notice the most intricate details of a story by adding the nuances that create magic and wonder in a good tale. Kathy-jo Wargin (Nelson) was born in Tower, Minnesota and moved to Grand Rapids at the age of seven. She studied music composition at University of Minnesota-Duluth. Her transition to writing books was a natural step. As well, her love for children and her desire to expose them to vivid written descriptions, inspire her to write with great attention to the nuances of a story, opening their minds to see all the possibilities in a scene or situation. Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen captures his lifelong connection to nature and wildlife. His talent for mural painting can be seen in several museums, including Fort Mackinac on Mackinac Island, Michigan. Born in the Netherlands, Gijsbert studied at the Royal Academy of Arts in Holland and immigrated to the United States in 1976. In 1993, after 17 years as the Art Director for the Michigan Natural Resources Magazine, he ventured out on his own. His highest professional achievement comes from being selected numerous times into the internationally renowned Leigh Yawkey Woodson Birds in Art exhibition, held in Wisconsin. Gijsbert and his wife Robbyn, give nature tours at their home outside Lansing, Michigan where they live with their two daughters, Kelly and Heather.

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