Jennifer Black Reinhardt

Sometimes you try something new, like learning to ride a scooter or drawing a perfect cat, and it feels a little tricky at first. This warm and encouraging story, "Sometimes You Fly" by Katherine Applegate, is like a cozy hug that reminds you it's always okay to try and try again! This special book celebrates every single step you take on your journey. Sometimes you'll feel like you're soaring high, just like a bird learning to fly! Other times, you might stumble or not get it exactly right. But guess what? Every single effort, every brave try, helps you learn and makes you stronger. This lovely story shows you that believing in yourself and trying again is the best way to reach for your dreams. It's all about how each small step helps you truly learn to fly. Get ready to feel brave and excited to face any new adventure!

Meet Gondra, a lovable little dragon who is perfectly unique. When you visit Gondra's cozy home, you will discover that her family is a wonderful mix of two different worlds. Her dad is an Eastern dragon from Asia, and her mom is a Western dragon from Europe. Gondra loves having traits from both sides of her family. She enjoys talking with her parents about all the funny and special differences between their homelands. Through cheerful banter and beautiful, whimsical illustrations, you will see how Gondra celebrates the exact things that make her special. This warm and playful story paints a beautiful picture of a blended family. You will want to return to these rich, imaginative pages again and again as you discover that the greatest treasure of all is simply being yourself.

Get ready to laugh out loud as you discover the silly and surprising world of wordplay. In this funny and informative book, you will see animals literally acting out the action words hidden right inside their own names. You will giggle at the sight of greedy hogs actively hogging all the treats, or slow-moving slugs bravely slugging it out. Through incredibly clever and richly detailed illustrations, you will easily learn all about homographs—words that share the exact same spelling and sound, but have completely different meanings. It is the perfect book to read aloud and share with your friends and family. Dive into these colorful pages for a sprightly and highly imaginative introduction to language that makes learning vocabulary feel like a hilarious game. You will never look at a yak, or the word yak, the same way again!