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"At first glance, all penguins look the same. But a closer look reveals that every penguin is different. Theo is the smartest of them all, but doesn't want to show it. Felix has short wings, Sarah loves to draw more than talk, and Lena is attracted to Ida. Each penguin has worries and fears, strengths and dreams. And yet, together they form a community"-- Provided by publisher.

"A child flings her arms open to the sky, 'painting it' with love. Hearts cascade and float and bounce down, while at the same time, people looking up at the sky open their hearts." --from the publisher

Liz helps organize an adoption event for elderly animals at her grandmother's senior living community.

Roam the water with me. We are here to learn. Here to spin wisdom, to grow ...From award-winning Gunai author Kirli Saunders and seven-time CBCA-winner Freya Blackwood comes Afloat, a story told in a time of climate crisis. Against a backdrop of a changed environment, an Elder leads a child along the waterways, sharing her People's knowledge and gathering community along the way. Afloat is an uplifting and inspiring picture book that uses the practice...

What is a purple person? Great question. I mean, really great! Because purple people always ask really great questions. They bring their family, friends, and communities together, and they speak up for what's right. They are kind and hardworking, and they love to laugh (especially at Grandpa's funny noises)! A purple person is an everyday superhero! How do you become one? That's the fun part! Penny Purple will lead you through the steps. Get ready...

"Myrtle Stormwhisper is certain of one thing--she has given up magic for good. But when a knock at the door calls for Myrtle to pick up her wand again, she doesn't know if she can. It's been so long since she has cast a spell--what if she's forgotten how? There are lots of colorful characters at Anderson House: retirement home for witches. So grab your broom and get ready to meet them all in this truly magical adventure!"-- Page 4 of cover.

"Once, there was a girl named Kiki, who found a fish on the asphalt. The fish was very hot and very dry. But when Kiki put it in the bathtub, it started swimming, and growing, and speaking. "I want to grant you a wish for saving me," it said. Alas, this fish was only a fish of small wishes, and Kiki's wish was too big. Unless there was a way for both their dreams to come true"-- Provided by publisher.

"When a beloved tree gets sick, the human and animal communities work together to give it a new life."-- Provided by publisher.

When children are fast asleep, some people are hard at work keeping the city safe and clean, and when daylight comes they go home to sleep.