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  Randolph Caldecott - The Man Who...

  Leonard S. Marcus

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  Randolph Caldecott is best known as the namesake of the award that honors picture book illustrations, and in this inventive biography, leading children's literature scholar Leonard Marcus examines the man behind the medal. In an era when the steam engine fueled an industrial revolution and train travel exploded people's experience of space and time, Caldecott was inspired by his surroundings to capture action, movement, and speed in a way that had never before been seen in children's picture books. Thoroughly researched and featuring extensive archival material and a treasure trove of previously unpublished drawings, including some from Caldecott's very last sketchbook, Leonard Marcus's luminous biography shows why Caldecott was indeed the father of the modern picture book and how his influence lives on in the books we love today.

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  Waiting for Kuniko

  David Kudler

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  ;A chance encounter behind enemy lines 
  A Risuko prequel short story 
  Mieko is waiting at a rendezvous behind enemy lines. In the rain. Without a hat. The person who comes up the road is the last person she expected to encounter. 
  (A Seasons of the Sword short -- adventure, romance;

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  Into the Wild Magic

  Michelle Knudsen

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  From New York Times best-selling author Michelle Knudsen comes a pitch-perfect fantasy about adolescent girlhood—navigating friendship and trust, owning your gifts, and becoming the hero of your own story. 
    
  Eleven-year-old Bevvy spends her time avoiding other kids, playing with her neighbor’s kittens, and escaping into her fantasy novels. When new girl Cat arrives at school, Bevvy thinks she may finally have found a friend, until Cat provokes Bevvy’s worst tormentor and leaves her alone to deal with the consequences. Later, on Bevvy’s doorstep, Cat’s apology is cut short when a car with dark windows rolls up. Bolting into a nearby wood with Bevvy in tow, Cat proceeds to open a hole, in the air, just in time. Bevvy knows magic when she sees it, the kind in books, but the world the girls escape to—teeming with unicorns, sorcerers, and dragons—is shockingly, exhilaratingly real. It’s a world at war. Those who wield wild magic, in tune with nature, are pitted against dark sorcerers. As Bevvy’s role in the struggle grows, and her confidence with it, can she trust Cat to support her? Can she trust herself not to run? An acclaimed author builds a breathtaking and emotionally resonant world where magic and monsters are real and friendship and risk go hand in hand. 
    
  "Pulse-quickening twists and thrills will captivate readers. … An empowering tale of self-discovery, friendship, and love of the natural world."—Kirkus Reviews

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  Shakespeare's Tales: Twelfth Night

  Samantha Newman, William...

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  A shipwreck separates twins Viola and Sebastian on the shores of an unknown land. Viola disguises herself as a male servant, but soon falls in love with her master. He is in love with a countess, who in turn falls in love with Viola! And it only gets more complicated when Sebastian turns up... 
   
  ABOUT THE SERIES: Shakespeare's Tales brings the Bard's timeless stories to life for a younger generation, with wit and panache. Samantha Newman's cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare's own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make stories accessible to children. Perfect for children aged 7+.

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  Children's Classics: The...

  Gemma Barder

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  Pinocchio doesn’t know much about life. Before Geppetto carved him into a puppet, he had simply been a piece of wood. So Geppetto decides to teach him about the world and how to behave like a real boy. But Pinocchio finds it hard to be good and is easily led astray, even with the help of the little cricket, his conscience.
  
  He just wants to have fun and do as little work as possible. But in a world filled with tricks, puppet-masters and thieves, Pinocchio must quickly learn to tell who he can trust from those he should not …

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  Amazing True Stories for Curious...

  Mr. Wonderbrain

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  Does your son or daughter spend too much time in front of screens, and would you like to offer them something just as exciting . . . and much more enriching?And what if, at the same time, they could discover real stories so incredible they feel like a movie . . . while learning values that will stay with them for life? 
  Amazing True Stories for Curious Kids is a unique collection of fascinating, true, and educational stories that transform curiosity into knowledge and listening into an adventure. Perfect for car rides, bedtime, or quiet moments at home, it will keep kids entertained for hours! 
  All the content is designed with the CurioJourney™ Method, a three-step formula that turns listening into a fascinating experience:Short, real stories that grab attention from the very first moment.Engaging narration that brings every story to life.Simple morals that teach values for life. 
  What’s inside:Over 45 short and fascinating stories.3 books in 1: more content for the same price.A wide variety of topics: science, history, nature, discoveries and real people.100% kid-friendly, positive, and educational stories.Essential values: empathy, respect, courage, perseverance, love for nature.Captivating voice performance that keeps kids hooked from start to finish.A perfect tool to strengthen family bonds and enjoy learning anywhere, anytime. 
  A gateway to the real world told with excitement, adventure, and wonder. 
  Nothing boring, nothing complicated—just fun that teaches. 
  Scroll up and click “Play” right now to start listening!

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