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  Winston Churchill’s Great...

  Editors Charles River

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  When Winston Churchill died at the age of 90 in 1965, one of the most important figures in modern history had left the stage. From providing some of the 20th century’s greatest soundbites to successfully navigating Great Britain to victory in World War II against great odds, Churchill was at the forefront of events for decades, becoming one of the most influential Britons in history. In 2002, he was named the Greatest Briton of All Time, and 40 years earlier he was the first person to be made an Honorary Citizen of the United States. 
  Churchill will forever be most associated with World War II, but his life was far more adventurous and complex than that, and these other aspects of the man are often overlooked and overshadowed. He came from an aristocratic family, but his father, Lord Randolph Churchill, was not the firstborn son. That was important because the family estate was entailed, meaning the oldest son inherited the title of duke along with the land and the wealth. Thus, while Churchill grew up in Blenheim Palace, he did not inherit his family’s wealth, and that is one reason he became a correspondent and negotiated high rates of pay: he needed the income. The family’s aristocratic connections greatly facilitated his career, but it was his own courage, determination, and ability that led to his fame and historical importance, along with some phenomenal luck. 
  Before politics, Churchill was an officer in a cavalry regiment and a war correspondent, which took him to conflicts on four continents, and he escaped death more than once. His greatest escape was from a South African prison camp, which made him a national hero and greatly facilitated his election to Parliament.

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  The Nutcracker and the Mouse King

  E. T. A. Hoffman

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  The Nutcracker and the Mouse king is a festive, holiday story by E.T.A. Hoffmann. Maria gets a nutcracker as a Christmas present. The nutcracker comes alive and asks for her helping fighting the evil mouse king. The moral of the story is: true love can conquer anything. Recommended for age 6+.

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  A Two-Placed Heart

  Doan Phuong Nguyen

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  Afraid her sister (and maybe even herself) could lose sight of their Vietnamese identity, twelve-year-old Bom writes a poetic memoir to help them both remember—a love letter in verse to sisterhood and the places we leave behind. Bom can't believe that her sister doesn't see herself as Vietnamese, only American. She says she doesn't remember Vietnam or their lives there, their family there, their house and friends. How could her sister forget the terrible journey through Saigon and the airplanes and . . . everything? And what about Bom? She remembers now, but how long will she keep her memories? She always found comfort in the sound of her father's typewriter. Clickity-clack, clickity-clack. So she has an idea. She'll write down all that she can remember: the time when her father was a spy, when her mother was nicknamed a "radio," when they were so hungry Bom couldn't walk well, when the family all said goodbye. Bom will even tell her sister, and herself, about what it was like moving to Tennessee. The ESL classes, bullies, strange new foods, icy weather, friendships, and crushes—and how her family worked to keep their heritage alive. She'll type one poem at a time, until they'll never forget again.

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  Allen Sisters Teach Kids To Fly

  Alana Allen, Camille Allen

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  For kids 8 and under who crave adventure, discovery, and mind-blowing fun facts about creatures of the wild, the Allen Sisters Bedtime Adventure Series is an exceptional choice. Introducing the 10-book audio series, the first book, Allen Sisters Teach Kids To Fly, offers a glimpse into the daily routines of Mr. Woodpecker, Owl, and Crow. The lessons of survival are meticulously narrated by Mr. Pelican, the wise, impeccable fish-eating-king. 
  But slowly, radiantly, and without the slightest fanfare or warning, the kid-to-kid Allen Sisters narrators introduce the sticky stuff, the profound, insightful lessons that all children need on their precarious journey through life. What is the meaning of reality and how do things move from imagination inside one’s head into the physical realm? Are kids ready for these bit-size nuggets of illumination? …. You bet they are. Even in the car, kids tend to stop their chatter and start to listen. 
  A tiny, delicious bite of Book #2. 
  Audiobook #2, Allen Sisters Teach Kids To Read, uses this same kid-to-kid allurement to knock down traditional barriers and hidden fears of learning to read while exposing curious minds to the true power of words. On this magical journey, kids learn that words are timeless and have the power to totally transform lives. Be a part of the lonely letters to happy words to powerful meanings journey through time and space and sticky lessons learned. For upcoming book, movie, and video releases, go to allensisters.tv.

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  Persistent Penguin The: Bedtime...

  Sasha Brown

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  If you want your child to fall asleep quickly and efficiently while having fun and spending quality time with them, then you are at the right place. 
  Rest is very important for the growth of every child, but sometimes it is very difficult for them to relax and sleep optimally, so enjoying stories at bedtime is a great help. 
  But what if, while the kid falls into a deep sleep, they also learn powerful life lessons about important values? It will be a double benefit, right? 
  In The Persistent Penguin Bedtime Stories for Kids, you will find stories that will stimulate your child´s imagination and take their creativity to another level. 
  In each story, our main character will live a different adventure, where teachings about persistence and other values will be left. 
  If your child loves animals, it will be a perfect gift for them. The Persistent Penguin Bedtime Stories for Kids include relaxing music during and after each story, which will give it a different touch to help you meet your goal of putting your little one to sleep more easily. 
  The stories contained in The Persistent Penguin are suitable for both boys and girls of any age. 
  If you want your child to have a deep and restful sleep while they grow as a person, then download this audiobook now!

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  Woodpeckers

  Rachael Barnes

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  TAP! TAP! TAP! The distinct drumming of woodpeckers can be heard across North America. These fascinating birds come in many sizes. They are often black and white with red feathers on their heads. Beginning readers will learn all this and more throughout the pages of this title. Bright photos match the text, while fun features provide additional information about relatives, food, and more!

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