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Molly's grandmother has returned to China because her visa is up. Molly misses Nainai. Molly's grandmother has returned to China because her visa is up. Molly misses Nainai, and the space between them seems immense until a familiar lullaby, shared through screen time, brings them together again.
This is a poignant family story about immigration, grandparent-grandchild connections, and the ties that bind. Evocative, digital illustrations beautifully...
2) Grandmothers
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"Simple text and photographs present grandmothers and how they interact with their families"--Provided by publisher.
3) Grandfathers
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"Simple text and photographs present grandfathers and how they interact with their families"--Provided by publisher.
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Every grandma knows that her love for her grandchildren can span great distances! So when Grandma heads out on an adventure of her own, she stays in touch with her grandchild through a series of sweet letters and memories. Grandchild follows Grandma through her notes until Grandma finally returns home--and opens up Camp Grandma for a visit full of fun, grandma snuggles, and games. This tender story from the author and illustrator team behind Grandma...
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Adapted from the classic book by Johanna Spyri, this historical fiction book retells the classic story of Heidi. A student who forgot to complete her reading assignment texts back and forth with a friend as she reads Heidi. Students will enjoy this illustrated fiction reader that features compelling text, grade-appropriate vocabulary, and chapter format to build reading comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency. This hi-lo reader is perfect for students...
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Jun and his mother look at old photos. In this fictional narrative, tight picture-text correlation and explanatory vocabulary will help readers follow along as Jun learns about his family tree. This fiction title is paired with the nonfiction title My Mom Shows Me Old Photos.
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Malcom, Ebony, Dad, Mom and Sword embark upon
a once in a decade Family Reunion Event. Malcom
learns about the rich history of his family, the
importance of not talking across the spades table,
the legacies of Black Greek Letter Organizations,
and so much more. All while attempting to find his
"twin" cousin, Malcolm.
Join Malcom as he progresses through the multiple
chapters of his family and enjoy the 1st Chapter
Book in the Series;...
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Growing Up in the Torrone Zone is a story about a hardworking little boy and the joy he finds while helping his family to make torrone, a traditional Italian candy, for the annual town festival that takes place atop the small mountain town he calls home. Every step is filled with fun and excitement, from going down the mountain to buy the torrone ingredients to preparing the delicious candy treat. Treasured memories are made with family and friends...in...
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No matter our age, our hope lies in a resurrected Jesus. Our promise is that we will be reunited with Him and those who left earth before us. Women are often the torchbearers who carry forth this hope, faith, and promise to the family. This story is of a young girl, Misty, who is very close to her faithful and loving grandmother who instills this hope in Misty.
"Misty and Grandma have a close, loving relationship, and they have lots of fun together....
10) Dream Dad
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Willa has never known her father. In fact, her mother has refused to tell the eight-year-old anything at all about him. Willa dreams about what he might look like and who he might be. She often asks herself why her hair, which is "afro-crinkly", and her skin, which is dark, are so different from her mother's brown hair and pale skin. A substitute teacher's request that the class draw pictures of their dads for a Father's Day card launches Willa on...
11) My Nana and Me
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A joyful story celebrating the love between a granddaughter and her grandmother. This delightful picture books follows a young girl and her grandmother through a day of tea parties, dancing, hide and seek, pat, a, cake, bath time, story time, and bedtime. At the end of the story the little girl discovers why she is so extra special. Irene Smalls' rhythmic, upbeat text and Cathy Ann Johnson's lush artwork make My Nana and Me the perfect book...
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The best things grandchildren can give their grandparents are the gifts of time, patience, understanding, and love. This book is a love letter to grandchildren, asking them for these very things. As people age, their bodies and minds go through some changes, but their basic needs remain the same. They may still see themselves as young and physically fit, but their reality is different. They may slow down and be confused, but they still need to be...
14) Grandpa Forgets
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Explaining the effects of dementia to a child can be a difficult thing to do. It's hard when their loved one starts to forget things and become less self-sufficient. This book is about caring for an elderly relative who has dementia. The difficult subject matter is approached in an accessible way, with a positive tone. This story is a great resource for families who are dealing with a loved one with dementia.
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In poems that range from the minimalist to the theatrical, Jane Simpson evokes the fascinatingly unfamiliar world of the Arabian Peninsula, where she found her preconceptions about Muslim women completely shattered. She writes of home and family with great tenderness. Choked forms wonderfully match the sensations of grief. In a synthesis of home and abroad, science and art, the poems reveal a compassionate, searching gaze in a world without maps.
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A cooking story for young and old (Includes an original Recipe for Lemon Bar Cake) Pop Pop and Me and A Recipe is a delicious blend of cooking and caring. Pop Pop and Me and A Recipe celebrates the love between a grandson and his grandfather. Join Pop Pop and his grandson as they beat, batter and bond baking the young boy's favorite Lemon Bar Cake. With full color lovingly painted step by step instructions and a full ingredient list this book is a...
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Spending the day with grandfather and grandson is an adventure along the river bank, finding and collecting treasures. A heartfelt story about life and love continuing on "In A Child's Eyes" throughout the the book there are beautiful look and find images in the illustrations, along with the song In A Child's Eyes. A music download of the song performed by Melanie Maddy can be purchased online at melaniemaddy.com/store.
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When Amy goes fishing and loses her first big catch, the day is spoiled. Or is it? By the end of the day, Amy has a real fish story to tell as well as a lasting memory.
A Morning to Polish and Keep is the classic children's picture book set on the beautiful Pacific Coast. It is a story of adventure, togetherness, and, ultimately, the comforting memory of family.
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My intention in writing The Hip-Hop Chess Master is to show children and people of all ages and ethnicities that following your passion(s) does not mean that you must abandon other areas of interest or talents you may possess or conform to the perceptions of others. It is entirely plausible for these talents/gifts/passions to happily coexist, thrive, and flourish together. This story is as much for the "nerd" chess player, band member, and school...
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Join us for a whimsical peek at "old people" through the eyes of a toddler. Grammie's Funny Hat is based loosely on an experience Jan Neal, the ninety-six-year-old mother of the author, had with one of her great-grandchildren. The story connects a child's imagination to one reality of aging. This charmingly funny story will tickle your heart and leave children smiling from the inside out!
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