Page 1: Text: Meet Max, a boy so small and slight, playing alone from morning to night. Page 2: Text: Nearby lurked Bully Bob, causing trouble, doing wrong. Page 3: Text: Max felt scared, until his friend, Lily, came along. Page 4: Text: With courage, Max faced Bully Bob, saying, "Stop, lend a hand." Page 5: Text: Bully Bob was surprised by Max's brave stand. Page 6: Text: Max's kindness made Bob smile, turning his frown. Page 7: Text: They became true friends from that day on. Page 8: Text: Max and friends played, knowing kindness sets you free. Page 9: Text: Max thanked for courage, oh so dear. Page 10: Text: Underneath bright stars, they said goodnight. Page 11: Text: Max showed with heart so true, courage will see you through. Page 12: Text: Until we meet again, let courage and kindness guide your pen.

At 9 years old Journi decides to loc her hair

Prayer is a way to talk to God, just like talking to a friend or a parent. Emphasize that God is loving and wants to hear from them. This aligns with the teaching that prayer is a natural yearning from the soul, as noted by Pope Francis, who emphasizes the importance of humility and sincerity in prayer

The unicorn is more beautiful than you think

Little boy and his adventures with two ginger cats

We use a compass because unlike left and right which ever way we face the compass always faces north NESW Never East Shredded Wheat, Naughty Elephants Squirt water NE SE SW NW

Title: The King's Great Feast Page 1: Osh, Ish, and XL were sitting with Jesus. "What are you teaching about today?" asked Osh. Page 2: Jesus said, "The kingdom of heaven is like a king who prepared a wedding banquet for his son." [Matthew 22:2] Page 3: Ish, who loved parties, asked, "What kind of food did he have?" Page 4: Jesus continued, "The king sent his servants to call those who had been invited, but they refused to come." [Matthew 22:3] Page 5: "Why wouldn't they come if they were invited?" Osh wondered out loud. Page 6: "That's not very nice," Ish agreed. "A wedding is a happy time." Page 7: Jesus said that the king was angry and sent his army to destroy those who refused and burn their city. [Matthew 22: 6-7] “Then he sent his servants to go out into the streets and gather everyone they could find." [Matthew 22: 9-10] Page 8: The king's servants brought all kinds of people, both good and bad, and the wedding hall was filled with guests. [Matthew 22:10] Page 9: "But," Jesus said, "when the king came in to see his guests, he noticed a man who was not wearing wedding clothes." [Matthew 22:11] Page 10: "Why wasn't he dressed for the party?" Ish asked. "It's important to wear your best clothes to a wedding." Page 11: The king had the guest without proper attire thrown out. [Matthew 22:13] Jesus then told Osh and Ish, "For many are invited, but few are chosen.” [Matthew 22:14] Page 12: XL explained that Jesus was using this parable to teach about God's invitation to be part of His kingdom.

The Magical Morning Music Once upon a time, in a cozy little house, a young child named Riley was fast asleep, snuggled under a warm, fluffy blanket. But soon, the sun peeked through the curtains, and the morning began! (Use a triangle or chime to make a gentle "ding-ding" sound for the sunrise.) Suddenly, the alarm clock rang! "Beep! Beep! Beep!" Riley stretched and yawned, rubbing their sleepy eyes. (Use a tambourine or small drum to mimic the alarm clock sound.) Riley jumped out of bed and tiptoed to the bathroom. Pitter-patter, pitter-patter! (Use fingertips on a drum to create soft tiptoeing sounds.) In the bathroom, Riley turned on the faucet—Whoosh!—and brushed their teeth—Scrub, scrub, scrub! (Use a rainstick for running water and a guiro for brushing sounds.) Next, Riley got dressed, pulling on their shirt, pants, and shoes. Zip! Snap! Stomp! (Use a ratchet or sand blocks for the zip, a castanet for the snap, and a drum for the stomp.) Downstairs, breakfast was ready. The spoon clinked against the bowl as Riley ate their cereal. Clink! Clink! Munch! Munch! (Use a wood block or metal spoon on a small bowl.) After finishing breakfast, Riley grabbed their backpack and ran out the door. The birds chirped in the trees—Tweet! Tweet!—and a gentle breeze blew past—Whooosh! (Use a small whistle for birds and a shaker for the wind.) At the bus stop, the school bus arrived with a loud "Vroom! Honk!" Riley hopped on and found a seat as the bus rumbled down the road. (Use a drum roll for the bus engine and a horn for the honk.) Finally, Riley reached school and walked into the classroom, ready to learn. The school bell rang—"Ding-dong!"—and everyone settled in for a wonderful day ahead. (Use a triangle or bell for the school bell.) And so, with music all around, Riley’s magical morning was complete! The End.

The golden roses in the village mysteriously begin to disappear. Pak Darma asks Aqma to investigate. Aqma keeps watch at the rose garden and sees a creature stealing rose petals. He follows the creature to a hidden cave. Inside the cave, Aqma finds a girl trapped in a glass ball, who introduces herself as Nina. The creature stealing the roses reveals itself to be Rara, a girl cursed for picking the roses without permission. Rara explains that the petals she steals are needed to free Nina and break her own curse. Aqma offers a solution: “I will help you, but you must help replant the roses and fix your mistakes.” Rara and Nina agree to Aqma’s condition. They return to the village, where Aqma explains everything to the villagers and Pak Darma. With the villagers’ help, they replant the roses and use the petals to lift the curses. Rara returns to her normal self, and Nina is freed from the glass ball. Pak Darma praises Aqma’s bravery and wisdom, and the villagers express their pride in him for providing a solution without judgment. The golden roses become a symbol of unity, and the village thrives once more. Rara and Nina promise to follow the village rules, and Aqma is honored as a hero. Mawarana Village flourishes with renewed hope and teamwork.

Two boys having conversation between them in a room

Beginning: A young student (or the whole class) notices their teacher’s tattoos and starts wondering why an adult would have drawings on their skin. Some kids might think it's cool, while others may have been told that tattoos are bad or scary. Tattoos are art and a form of self-expression. Everyone has different ways of telling their story. Judging others based on appearances is not fair. Creativity comes in many forms—books, paintings, music, and even tattoos! Diversity makes the world a more beautiful place Middle: The teacher shares the meaning behind some of their tattoos—maybe one represents family, another is a favorite book character, and another is a beautiful design they loved. They explain that tattoos are like artwork on skin, just like paintings in a museum or illustrations in a book. The students begin to see tattoos in a new way and start thinking about what kind of art or stories they would want to express. End: The class embraces the idea that tattoos are just another way of sharing stories and creativity. Maybe the students create their own “tattoos” with washable markers or drawings on paper, designing artwork that represents their favorite things. The book ends with the teacher reminding them that everyone expresses themselves in different ways, and that’s what makes the world colorful and exciting!

Colorful Clown and his pet parrot , Sol, are in New York City

Once upon a time in the small town of Maplewood, five adventurous friends named Oliver, Emma, Mia, Noah, and Sophia were filled with excitement about their summer vacation. The air buzzed with the promise of adventure as they gathered at the town square with their families.

Alina is the girl from Ukraine, who is a refugee in the USA. She learns English here.

Myra loved words. She would see them in colors that would remind her of a feeling she could attach to the words. Myra is a finalist in the ultimate school poem contest.

In the bustling underground world of Buzzville, a lovable group of tiny, wobbly creatures called the Bumbly Beeps are always ready for wild adventures and hilarious chaos! When their eccentric leader, Professor Zoogle, sends them on a mission to retrieve the legendary Giga-Gumball from the towering Giga-Tower, the Beeps find themselves in the middle of zany mishaps, crazy inventions, and an unexpected showdown with a villainous vacuum robot named Squeezo. Full of clumsy antics, funny teamwork, and sweet triumphs, this book is a playful story that proves even the smallest heroes can tackle the biggest challenges—if they don’t break everything first! Perfect for kids who love silliness and adventure.

Friendship

Autism through my eyes Hayden describes what having autism is like for him

On the beautiful Tangalooma Island, lived three playful pelicans named Phil, Freddy, and Herman. They loved the island’s golden beaches and sparkling blue waters, but what they loved most was going on epic adventures.One sunny morning, Phil, with his bright yellow beak, stretched his wings and called out, "Let's go on an adventure today!" Freddy, the cleverest of the trio with his curious eyes, replied, "Great idea, Phil! Where should we go?" Herman, the biggest and strongest, flapped his wings enthusiastically. "I heard there's a coral reef nearby. Maybe we can meet some new sea friends there!" And off they flew, soaring high above the ocean, their wings cutting through the crisp air. As they approached the reef, the water below sparkled with every shade of blue and green.

Max is a boy with a big heart and a passion for football. He lives in a small town where the children's team does not even have a real field to train. But when Max learns about the Cup of Miracles tournament, where the main prize is the opportunity to train at a professional stadium, he decides that their team should participate. Not only exciting matches await him, but also real challenges: a conflict with his best friend, a mysterious new coach who hides his secrets, and most importantly - faith in himself and his team. "Match for the Dream" is a story about the fact that sport is not only about victories and goals, but also about friendship, team spirit and the ability to overcome any obstacles. This book will inspire young athletes to believe in themselves and never give up!