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Living with a foster family Maya struggles with depression and anxiety when around new social settings. In the book Maya informs the reader of this and reassures them that it is ok and she goes over the different ways that help ground her/self regulate emotionally.

1. This tale of Annie's magical journey is a story of self-discovery, bravery, and the boundless possibilities of the imagination. 2. It reminds us that magic can be found in the most unexpected places and that every individual has the potential to create an extraordinary adventure.

The old cowboy's shave Time for this again:An old cowboy walks into a barbershop in Big Piney, Wyoming for a shave and a haircut.He tells the barber he can't get all his whiskers off because his cheeks are wrinkled from age. The barber gets a little wooden ball from a cup on the shelf and tells the old cowboy to put it inside his cheek to spread out the skin. When he's finished, the old cowboy tells the barber that was the cleanest shave he'd had in years, but he wanted to know what would have happened if he had accidentally swallowed that little ball? The barber replied "Just bring it back in a couple of days like everyone else does".

A young girl named Evanna and her brother Derrick embarks on an imaginative adventure at the playground and the grocery store of Columbus, Georgia, but she must learn the importance of staying close to their parents to stay safe.

Once upon a time, in a cozy house on Maple Street, lived a golden cavoodle named Archie Bear. Archie had a fluffy coat that gleamed like sunshine and eyes full of curiosity. He was different from his siblings, but he loved life. Archie's best friends and siblings—Bali, Astro, and Pixie—adored him. Bali was tiny and energetic, Pixie was stunning and loving, and Astro was quiet and cuddly. They always included Archie in their fun. One sunny morning, the four pups decided to explore the Enchanted Forest to find a magical pond. Archie was nervous but excited to join. As they walked, Archie noticed things others didn’t—dancing leaves and singing flowers. His siblings loved hearing about his unique view of the world. At the edge of the forest, some squirrels whispered, "Look at that dog! He acts so strange." Archie felt sad, but Bali barked proudly, "Archie is amazing just the way he is!" Astro added, "He's got the best nose for finding cool places!" Pixie said, "Archie sees the world in a special way, and that's wonderful." The squirrels apologized, and Archie smiled, feeling warm inside. His siblings always made him feel loved. Deep in the forest, they found the magical pond, more beautiful than imagined, with sparkling water and glowing flowers. They played, splashing in the cool water and chasing butterflies. Archie felt free and happy. On the way back, the squirrels waved and said, "We hope to see you all again soon, especially you, Archie!" Archie wagged his tail, feeling accepted and happy. He knew that even though he might be different, he was just as deserving of love and friendship as anyone else. At home, tired but joyful, Archie knew that being different was something to celebrate. His siblings showed him that true family sticks together and loves each other no matter what. And so, Archie Bear, the golden cavoodle with a heart as bright as the sun, learned that being unique was special. He was loved and ready for more adventures.

Lilia, an 8-year-old, and her friend Tom discover an old hidden book in her room.

Girl visits grandparent in the village, she finds a garden which is full of secrets and adventures

This is a story about Karana who has set out to find food for winter but something happens that stops her

Toby, the baby sea turtle, swims joyfully through a coral reef, surrounded by colorful fish and playful bubbles. The title is written in bright, bubbly letters. Toby hatches from his egg on a sandy beach and takes his first swim into the turquoise ocean, with the sun shining and other baby turtles making their way to the water. Toby meets a baby dolphin named Daisy, who jumps out of the water, splashing playfully. Toby and Daisy encounter a shy baby octopus named Ollie, peeking out from behind a rock. They come across a school of baby clownfish playing in an anemone. A friendly baby seahorse named Sammy joins the group, standing out against the seaweed and coral. Together, they help a baby crab named Crissy, who is stuck in some seaweed. Their combined efforts free Crissy, and they all cheer in joy. The friends gather for a group hug, surrounded by a bustling underwater world. Toby and his friends wave goodbye to the readers, with the ocean and the setting sun in the background.

Sookie the Calico Cat wanted to go outside and explore but wasn't allowed to because she was an indoor cat.

Zoya, a brave princess goes on a quest to find her lost childhood best friend alone to an enchanted forest.

Page 1: In a far, faraway forest lived a little bunny named Bimby. He was very cheerful and loved to dance.

Boy regrets scaring younger brother

1. John Jr and Vasi were playing at John Jr's Granny house. They was playing with some of John Jr's Mom's toys from when she was young. Vasi loved the Polly Pockets. 2. John Jr came across an envelope. Granny said they could open it. A map was in there. John Jr and Vasi studied it for a bit. 3. Granny explained it was a map of the Southside neighborhood. John Jr and Vasi wasted to go there bad, because the map showed a treasure hidden there. Granny took them to the area so John Jr and Vasi could explore. 4. John Jr and Vasiwalkaround for a few hours. They was about to give up, until they noticed an apple tree. The map showed the treasure near that. John Jr and Vasi studied the map a little more to figure out how it was position around that tree. 5. John Jr finds the spot and start digging. They get about 2 ft deep and see this hard plastic container. They get it out. 6. John Jr opens it up and finds a news paper from 1983. The headline was President Reagan created a day to honor Martin Luther King. They find some change that had 1983 imprinted on them. The was a tape of Michael Jackson's Thriller. 5. There was also a Care Bear with a heart on it. There was also some He-Man figurines. They find a box of Nerds candy. They wondered if the Nerds were safe to eat. 6. John Jr and Vasi takes the time capsule back to John Jr's Granny house. Everyone eats some supper. John Jr and Vasi go to their bedroom to play with the time capsule.

Miss Emily is a Special Education teacher. Helena and Luke are students in Miss Eve's class. Miss Emily has put Helena and Luke in a group together. They will be working with Miss Emily in Miss Eve's classroom 2 days a week on Monday and Thursday. They will learn how to manage their emotions like learning how to take deep breaths when they are upset, asking for help when they need an adult to help them calm down and making new friends! Helena and Luke don't really know each other. But, they end up learning a lot about each other through a conversation with Miss Emily. Helena loves puzzles, books and coloring. Luke loves playing with trains and running on the play ground. In the end, they love being in a group together and they are going to have a fun year with Miss Emily.

The kindest fox in the forest

The girl discovers that her parents are going to be divorced and she is disappointed but then she discovers that they are more happy at the finish.

Dina, a curious and kind-hearted girl, finds an old chest in her grandmother’s attic. Inside, she discovers a beautifully decorated book filled with golden Arabic letters—her grandmother’s Quran. Curious, she asks her grandmother about it. Her grandmother tells her that the Quran is a book of love, kindness, and guidance from Allah. She shares a story from Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) life each night, teaching Dina about honesty, gratitude, and helping others. One day, Dina sees a lost kitten shivering in the rain. Remembering the Prophet’s kindness to animals, she takes the kitten home and cares for it. The next day, she helps a friend who is sad and gives a piece of her favorite chocolate to a classmate who forgot lunch. Each good deed makes her feel a warm light inside her heart. She realizes that Islam is not just about prayers but about love, kindness, and spreading light to others. Inspired, Dina starts learning small prayers, saying "Bismillah" before eating, and "Alhamdulillah" when she’s happy. Her love for Islam grows as she sees it as a beautiful way to live with kindness and gratitude. Ending: One night, as she looks up at the stars, Dina whispers, “Thank you, Allah, for everything,” feeling peace and love in her heart. She smiles, knowing she has found something truly special.

Haunted by memories, a girl seeks relief from a forest god at a great cost of her eyesight. Years later she stumbles upon the forest god again, which teaches her to live with the pain and find true sight within