Suzie is really excited to be able to stay home with her Mommy, Daddy, and older sister Millie! When Suzie expresses this to Millie, she explains to Suzie why they have been staying home with a quick lesson on Coronavirus.

Blieka has a present. It's a lovely red ball, and it's not for sharing! But what happens when the ball loses its bounce?

From highly respected microbiologist Ben-Barak and Frost, the creator of the YouTube sensation Dumb Ways to Die, comes an ingenious, interactive book about the germs that occupy real estate on all of our bodies. Full color.

Dads come in all shapes, sizes, and personalities! Some dads tend to worry. And some dads are in a hurry. Some dads like strolling. And some dads like rock 'n' rolling. But all dads are proud of their kids, and all kids love their dads for their unique qualities. In this silly rhyming picture book by author-illustrator Nick Bland, fathers and their children will enjoy sharing story time together as they think about all the wonderful things that make their time together special. Some Dads is the perfect gift for Father's Day or for any new dad.

Jake's voice has a different sound. Other critters won't come around. But he is sweet and only wants to play. Will others start to see him that way? Follow Jake, a sweet, kind, and misunderstood dog as he tries to make friends despite his differences. Meet forest critters of all kinds while getting to know Jake. Jake loves to swim, hike, and play, but when he realizes he's lonely a true friend comes to his aid. Soon others find friendship and understanding filling this tale with heart and hope. Looking for books about Diversity & Friendship? Jake the Growling Dog is a fun-loving tale about kindness, acceptance, friendship, and diversity. Author and licensed school counselor, Samantha Shannon, and Illustrator and art educator, Kerrie Joyce, spotlight Jake, who is different from the other dogs and critters. With a little help and understanding, the others learn to love Jake despite his differences. This timely story is packed with tons of fun, while also educating our little ones about friendship and how to be kind to others. Includes a loving-kindness and mindfulness activity for families, counselors, and schools Along with Jake's story, this picture book also includes a loving-kindness activity to promote character education, mindfulness, and gratitude. The activity is for families, schools, and counselors to reduce stress and bring families closer together while encouraging acts of kindness, forgiveness, and gratitude. A Positive Story to Promote Empathy Jake's story encourages children to be kind, appreciate nature, find the good in all things with the power of gratitude, and to accept others who are different from them in a subtle, sweet, and impactful way. Ages and Grades While many kids ages 6-8 will be able to read this story on their own or with assistance, parents and grandparents will enjoy reading the story to baby, making it the perfect baby shower gift. Pre-teens to adults will also appreciate the illustrations, story, and the kindness activity to do as a family or in schools and counseling offices.

Stonewall Book Award Winner Lambda Literary Award Finalist Charlotte Huck Honor Book Perfect for Valentine's Day, Love, Violet by Charlotte Sullivan Wild and Charlene Chua is a touching picture book about friendship and the courage it takes to share your feelings. Only one person makes Violet’s heart skip Of all the kids in Violet's class, only one leaves her speechless: Mira, the girl with the cheery laugh who races like the wind. If only they could adventure together! But every time Violet tries to tell Mira how she feels, Violet goes shy. As Valentine's Day approaches, Violet is determined to tell Mira just how special she is. Charlene Chua’s luminous watercolors bring to life this sweet and gentle picture book about friendship, love, and the courage it takes to share your heart.

Join a group of animals as they focus on what they can do best.

Calvin is in foster care, and he wants to trust someone, anyone, but is afraid to open his heart. He has lived in a lot of houses, but he still hasn’t found his home. When he moves in with Maggie, she shows him respect, offers him kindness, and makes him see things in himself that he’s never noticed before. Maybe this isn’t just another house, maybe this is a place Calvin can call home, for a while.

"Susie Allison gives the achievable advice she's known around the world for on her million-follower Instagram account, Busy Toddler. From daily life to 'being two is fine' to tantrums and tattling and teaching the ABCs, let Susie give you the stress-free parenting advice you've been looking for. Susie shares real moments from raising her three kids as well as professional knowledge from her years as a kindergarten and first grade teacher. Her simple and doable approach to parenting is both uplifting and empowering ... includes over 50 of Susie's famous kid activities that have helped hundreds of thousands of parents make it to nap time and beyond. This isn't about perfect parenting. This is about actual parenting"--

This story illustrates the impacts of climate change on our Great Barrier Reef. It is told through the eyes of a feisty fish called Anthia who starts to see the disappearing colours of the reef as a warning sign that the reef is in trouble