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  Four Eyes: A Graphic Novel (Four...

  Rex Ogle

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  A humorous and heartwarming middle-grade graphic memoir audio adaptation about fitting in, facing bullies, and finding the right pair of glasses.Sixth grade isn't as great as Rex thought it would be. He's the only kid who hasn't had a growth spurt, and the bullies won't let him forget it. His closest friend is unreliable, at best. And there's a cute girl in his class who he can't stop thinking about. With so much going on, everything is a blur -- including Rex's vision! So when he discovers that he needs glasses, and his family can only afford the ugliest pair in the store, any hope Rex had of fitting in goes completely out of focus.In this true coming-of-age story, Rex has his sights set on surviving sixth grade, but now he's got to find a way to do it with glasses, no friends, and a family that just doesn't get it!

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  Social Experiments in the 20th...

  Editors Charles River

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  The human psyche is one of the most complex, unpredictable, enigmatic, and therefore riveting phenomena in existence, one that psychologists have been working on deciphering since the dawn of modern science. To better understand the multifaceted intricacies of human behavior, and to unlock the secrets of the conscious mind and the subconscious, ambitious professionals in the field have conducted numerous groundbreaking – and at times, problematic – psychological experiments. The practice originated with German philosopher Wilhelm Wundt, one of the fathers of modern psychology and the creator of the world's first experimental psychology laboratory at the University of Leipzig. He sought to measure the average speed of thought processes by assigning a range of reaction time tasks to his subjects.  
  	As the nascent, yet fast-developing scientific discipline took hold around the globe, psychological experiments simultaneously diversified. As revolutionary and eye-opening as many of these experiments were, they often danced on the fine line between ethical and unethical. There was, for instance, the now-infamous Little Albert Experiment, conducted at Johns Hopkins University in 1920, in which a nine-month-old infant was deliberately manipulated into developing an irrational fear for the purpose of studying classical conditioning, and the correlation between adult fears and childhood traumas. The Monster Study, carried out at the University of Iowa in 1939, attempted to convert orphans into stutterers, half of whom were subjected to positive reinforcements and the others to negative ones. Then, there was arguably the most notorious psychological experiment in history: the 1971 Stanford Prison Experiment, in which participants were randomly assigned the character of either prisoner or prison guard. That role-playing study quickly spiraled out of control.

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  Peppa and the Christmas Elf...

  Scholastic

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  Come on a Christmas adventure with Peppa in this festive new audiobook!It's the most magical time of the year, and Peppa makes a wish: to have an adventure with an elf from Santa's workshop!When mysterious things start happening all around her, Peppa thinks it's the work of a mischievous elf! Can Peppa find out what's really going on?

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  Respect Is My Superpower - A...

  Alicia Ortego

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  What if one simple story could help your child learn respect, manners, and how to make real friends? 
  This heartwarming children’s book is more than just a fun read — it’s a gentle guide that helps kids understand social skills, emotional regulation, and the power of kindness. Whether your child struggles with self-control, is learning about consent, or just needs a little support navigating friendships, this story is the perfect tool for home or classroom use. 
  Through its relatable characters, children will discover how to: 
  Practice good manners and thoughtful behavior in everyday situations 
  Develop strong social skills to build real, respectful friendships 
  Understand consent and personal boundaries in an age-appropriate way 
  Strengthen self-regulation and manage big feelings with confidence 
  Build a growth mindset to keep trying even when respect is hard 
  Navigate social settings — great for ADHD kids and neurodiverse learners 
  Learn etiquette in a fun, non-preachy way that sticks 
  Perfect for grades 1–4, this book is ideal for parents, teachers, counselors, and caregivers who want to help children grow into kind, respectful, and emotionally aware individuals — all while enjoying a story they’ll want to read again and again.

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  Small’s Big Dream: An inspiring...

  Manjeet Mann

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  A beautifully lyrical and empowering picture book about the importance of dreaming big, from award-winning author Manjeet Mann and the exceptionally talented debut illustrator, Amanda Quartey. 
  Small lived in a small house.  
  She had a small room  
  with a small window 
  and at night  
  she slept in a small bed  
  with a too small blanket.  
  Despite being small,  
  Small had BIG dreams. 
  In Small’s world, everything is small – her shoes, her bed, everything. But her dreams are big. And Small discovers that when you dream big, anything – and everything – can happen. 
  Small’s Big Dream is the first picture book from Manjeet Mann, with artwork by exciting debut illustrator Amanda Quartey. Manjeet Mann is the author of the Costa Children’s Book Award winning The Crossing and critically acclaimed and Carnegie-shortlisted Run, Rebel. 
  Manjeet Mann's Small's Big Dream is a testament to the power of dreaming big, a virtue that resonates with kids of all ages. The book's multicultural elements and focus on family values make it a must-read in juvenile fiction. 
  For fans of David Almond (My Name is Mina), Kate Albus (A Place to Hang the Moon), Dapo Adeola (My Mum is a Lioness), Sarah Crossan (The Weight of Water), and Bonnie-Sue Hitchcock (The Smell of Other People's Houses). 
  HarperCollins Children's 2022

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  The Shocking Truth about...

  Zoey Fraisers

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  Environmental conservation has long been portrayed as a noble and essential pursuit—one aimed at safeguarding the planet's ecosystems and securing a sustainable future. From tree planting campaigns to the protection of endangered species, the image of environmentalism has often been one of hope and progress. Yet beneath this well-crafted narrative lies a complex, often uncomfortable truth that few are willing to confront. Despite decades of environmental initiatives, the state of our planet continues to deteriorate at an alarming rate, and many of the efforts we believe are making a difference may, in fact, be little more than a facade. 
    
  The shocking reality is that many conservation efforts, though well-intentioned, have been ineffective or even counterproductive. Corporate interests, government policies, and misleading claims about “green” products have created an illusion of progress while exacerbating the very problems they are supposed to address. Major corporations, under the guise of corporate social responsibility, engage in environmental degradation on an unprecedented scale, often using conservation as a marketing tool to distract from their harmful practices. In parallel, governments, despite claiming to prioritize environmental issues, often fall short in enacting meaningful change due to political and economic pressures. 
    
  Furthermore, the term "conservation" itself is often misused, with projects that promise to restore ecosystems sometimes masking the exploitation of natural resources. While wildlife preservation and habitat restoration are vital components of environmental protection, they are frequently treated as standalone solutions that fail to address the root causes of environmental destruction, such as overconsumption and industrial pollution.

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