Author: Rafe Martin
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1614298459
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
How can you save a burning forest with just sprinkles of water? This timeless Buddhist tale may just have the answer! In this ancient tale of one of the Buddha’s past lives, the Buddha is born as a little gray parrot who takes it upon herself to save her beloved forest home from a raging fire. Even though she can only sprinkle drops of water onto the blaze, her perseverance, courage, and compassion change everything, eventually saving the forest in an unexpected way. Zen teacher and acclaimed storyteller Rafe Martin and award-winning illustrator Demi render this centuries-old classic into a beautiful and timeless tale that will inspire all of us to find our own bravery and to act selflessly for the benefit of all.
The Brave Little Parrot
Author: Rafe Martin
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1614298459
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
How can you save a burning forest with just sprinkles of water? This timeless Buddhist tale may just have the answer! In this ancient tale of one of the Buddha’s past lives, the Buddha is born as a little gray parrot who takes it upon herself to save her beloved forest home from a raging fire. Even though she can only sprinkle drops of water onto the blaze, her perseverance, courage, and compassion change everything, eventually saving the forest in an unexpected way. Zen teacher and acclaimed storyteller Rafe Martin and award-winning illustrator Demi render this centuries-old classic into a beautiful and timeless tale that will inspire all of us to find our own bravery and to act selflessly for the benefit of all.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1614298459
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
How can you save a burning forest with just sprinkles of water? This timeless Buddhist tale may just have the answer! In this ancient tale of one of the Buddha’s past lives, the Buddha is born as a little gray parrot who takes it upon herself to save her beloved forest home from a raging fire. Even though she can only sprinkle drops of water onto the blaze, her perseverance, courage, and compassion change everything, eventually saving the forest in an unexpected way. Zen teacher and acclaimed storyteller Rafe Martin and award-winning illustrator Demi render this centuries-old classic into a beautiful and timeless tale that will inspire all of us to find our own bravery and to act selflessly for the benefit of all.
Budgerigar
Author: Sarah Harris
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
ISBN: 1760873810
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 311
Book Description
Budgies, budgies, budgies. Beautiful and cheeky, delightful and enchanting, wild or tamed budgerigars are Australia's gift to the bird world. They sing and dance, and yawn as contagiously as humans. They are masters of mimicry. They grasp simple grammar, can count to six and have memories that belie their size. They've been coveted by royals and been companions to the great and famous as well as grannies in suburban kitchens around the world. They've been painted by masters, rendered in the finest porcelain and graced fashionable hats and earrings of the highest order. Their image has been used to sell whisky, stamps and laundry detergent and everything in between. Surprising, charming and occasionally alarming, Budgerigar is the book that at last opens the cage door on the incredible story of the little bird that grew.
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
ISBN: 1760873810
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 311
Book Description
Budgies, budgies, budgies. Beautiful and cheeky, delightful and enchanting, wild or tamed budgerigars are Australia's gift to the bird world. They sing and dance, and yawn as contagiously as humans. They are masters of mimicry. They grasp simple grammar, can count to six and have memories that belie their size. They've been coveted by royals and been companions to the great and famous as well as grannies in suburban kitchens around the world. They've been painted by masters, rendered in the finest porcelain and graced fashionable hats and earrings of the highest order. Their image has been used to sell whisky, stamps and laundry detergent and everything in between. Surprising, charming and occasionally alarming, Budgerigar is the book that at last opens the cage door on the incredible story of the little bird that grew.
Three Little Birds
Author: Lysa Mullady
Publisher: American Psychological Association
ISBN: 143383541X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 18
Book Description
When Red and Yellow go find worms, they don’t invite Blue and his feelings are hurt. So Blue decides to start a rumor, which quickly spirals out of control. Can he make things right before it’s too late? Includes a Note to Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals with more information on dealing with gossip and helping children build positive relationships.
Publisher: American Psychological Association
ISBN: 143383541X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 18
Book Description
When Red and Yellow go find worms, they don’t invite Blue and his feelings are hurt. So Blue decides to start a rumor, which quickly spirals out of control. Can he make things right before it’s too late? Includes a Note to Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals with more information on dealing with gossip and helping children build positive relationships.
A Very Brave Witch
Author: Alison McGhee
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442439262
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
On the far side of town, in a big, dark, house, lives a brave little witch. She has heard lots and lots about those scary humans and a holiday they call Halloween, but she has never even seen Halloween for herself. Until one very special Halloween comes along… Perfect for trick-or-treaters of all ages, A Very Brave Witch makes for a playful read-aloud that takes the scariness out of the holiday.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442439262
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
On the far side of town, in a big, dark, house, lives a brave little witch. She has heard lots and lots about those scary humans and a holiday they call Halloween, but she has never even seen Halloween for herself. Until one very special Halloween comes along… Perfect for trick-or-treaters of all ages, A Very Brave Witch makes for a playful read-aloud that takes the scariness out of the holiday.
The Brave Little Parrot
Author: Rafe Martin
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 161429867X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
How can you save a burning forest with just sprinkles of water? This timeless Buddhist tale may just have the answer! In this ancient tale of one of the Buddha’s past lives, the Buddha is born as a little gray parrot who takes it upon herself to save her beloved forest home from a raging fire. Even though she can only sprinkle drops of water onto the blaze, her perseverance, courage, and compassion change everything, eventually saving the forest in an unexpected way. Zen teacher and acclaimed storyteller Rafe Martin and award-winning illustrator Demi render this centuries-old classic into a beautiful and timeless tale that will inspire all of us to find our own bravery and to act selflessly for the benefit of all.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 161429867X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
How can you save a burning forest with just sprinkles of water? This timeless Buddhist tale may just have the answer! In this ancient tale of one of the Buddha’s past lives, the Buddha is born as a little gray parrot who takes it upon herself to save her beloved forest home from a raging fire. Even though she can only sprinkle drops of water onto the blaze, her perseverance, courage, and compassion change everything, eventually saving the forest in an unexpected way. Zen teacher and acclaimed storyteller Rafe Martin and award-winning illustrator Demi render this centuries-old classic into a beautiful and timeless tale that will inspire all of us to find our own bravery and to act selflessly for the benefit of all.
Brave Irene
Author: William Steig
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
ISBN: 1466808489
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
This ebook includes audio narration by Meryl Streep. This winning heroine will inspire every child to cheer her on as she ventures through a bitter cold snowstorm in William Steig's classic Brave Irene Brave Irene is Irene Bobbin, the dressmaker's daughter. Her mother, Mrs. Bobbin, isn't feeling so well and can't possibly deliver the beautiful ball gown she's made for the duchess to wear that very evening. So plucky Irene volunteers to get the gown to the palace on time, in spite of the fierce snowstorm that's brewing-- quite an errand for a little girl. But where there's a will, there's a way, as Irene proves in the danger-fraught adventure that follows. She must defy the wiles of the wicked wind, her most formidable opponent, and overcome many obstacles before she completes her mission. Brave Irene is a 1986 New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Book of the Year. Adapted into a short film in 1989 from director Daniel Ivanick.
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
ISBN: 1466808489
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
This ebook includes audio narration by Meryl Streep. This winning heroine will inspire every child to cheer her on as she ventures through a bitter cold snowstorm in William Steig's classic Brave Irene Brave Irene is Irene Bobbin, the dressmaker's daughter. Her mother, Mrs. Bobbin, isn't feeling so well and can't possibly deliver the beautiful ball gown she's made for the duchess to wear that very evening. So plucky Irene volunteers to get the gown to the palace on time, in spite of the fierce snowstorm that's brewing-- quite an errand for a little girl. But where there's a will, there's a way, as Irene proves in the danger-fraught adventure that follows. She must defy the wiles of the wicked wind, her most formidable opponent, and overcome many obstacles before she completes her mission. Brave Irene is a 1986 New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Book of the Year. Adapted into a short film in 1989 from director Daniel Ivanick.
Where is the Green Sheep?
Author: Mem Fox
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780152049072
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A story about many different sheep, and one that seems to be missing.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780152049072
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A story about many different sheep, and one that seems to be missing.
Mr. Tall
Author: Roger Hargreaves
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101632739
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Mr. Tall has one long problem, his legs! Can anyone help him?
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101632739
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Mr. Tall has one long problem, his legs! Can anyone help him?
Brave
Author: SVETLANA CHMAKOVA
Publisher: Yen Press LLC
ISBN: 0316363162
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 251
Book Description
In his daydreams, Jensen is the biggest hero that ever was, saving the world and his friends on a daily basis. But his middle school reality is VERY different--math is hard, getting along with friends is hard...Even finding a partner for the class project is a huge problem when you always get picked last. And the pressure's on even more once the school newspaper's dynamic duo, Jenny and Akilah, draw Jensen into the whirlwind of school news, social-experiment projects, and behind-the-scenes club drama. Jensen has always played the middle school game one level at a time, but suddenly, someone's cranked up the difficulty setting. Will those daring daydreams of his finally work in his favor, or will he have to find real solutions to his real-life problems? The charming world of Berrybrook Middle School gets a little bigger in this highly anticipated follow-up to Svetlana Chmakova's award-winning Awkward with a story about a boy who learns his own way of being brave!
Publisher: Yen Press LLC
ISBN: 0316363162
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 251
Book Description
In his daydreams, Jensen is the biggest hero that ever was, saving the world and his friends on a daily basis. But his middle school reality is VERY different--math is hard, getting along with friends is hard...Even finding a partner for the class project is a huge problem when you always get picked last. And the pressure's on even more once the school newspaper's dynamic duo, Jenny and Akilah, draw Jensen into the whirlwind of school news, social-experiment projects, and behind-the-scenes club drama. Jensen has always played the middle school game one level at a time, but suddenly, someone's cranked up the difficulty setting. Will those daring daydreams of his finally work in his favor, or will he have to find real solutions to his real-life problems? The charming world of Berrybrook Middle School gets a little bigger in this highly anticipated follow-up to Svetlana Chmakova's award-winning Awkward with a story about a boy who learns his own way of being brave!
That's Not My Parrot...
Author: Fiona Watt
Publisher: THAT'S NOT MY (R)
ISBN: 9781474992107
Category : Board books
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An exciting new title in the best-selling touchy-feely series Join five colourful parrots in this jungle-themed addition to the UK's favourite touch-and-feel baby book series, That's not my....Babies and toddlers will delight in the bold illustrations and touching the fuzzy, furry, smooth and soft fabric patches on each page. That's not my... books are designed to be shared and support sensory and language development. Don't forget to spot the little white mouse as they explore this sturdy board book, perfect for little hands.DID YOU KNOW...? One That's not my... book is sold every minute in the UK! With over 60 titles to choose from, there's a That's not my... book for everyone.
Publisher: THAT'S NOT MY (R)
ISBN: 9781474992107
Category : Board books
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An exciting new title in the best-selling touchy-feely series Join five colourful parrots in this jungle-themed addition to the UK's favourite touch-and-feel baby book series, That's not my....Babies and toddlers will delight in the bold illustrations and touching the fuzzy, furry, smooth and soft fabric patches on each page. That's not my... books are designed to be shared and support sensory and language development. Don't forget to spot the little white mouse as they explore this sturdy board book, perfect for little hands.DID YOU KNOW...? One That's not my... book is sold every minute in the UK! With over 60 titles to choose from, there's a That's not my... book for everyone.