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One day there was this kid named Xayden. Xayden went to the park one day and wanted to shoot some basketball. There was one issue though, he wasn’t very good at basketball. In fact Xayden wasn’t good at all. Some other guys saw him missing and started laughing at him. They made fun of him and started calling him names. When they left, a kid named Blaise went over to Xayden and asked him if he wanted help to get better at basketball. Xayden was lit up with joy and immediately said yes! Xayden did some drills with Blaise and started making his shots. After working with Blaise almost every shot seemed to go Xaydens way. The next day, the same guys that were making fun of Xayden came back to the park. Xayden wanted to show them how good he was, so he asked them if they wanted to play a game. Xayden was obliterating them , doing behind the back, in between the legs, shooting threes, layups, and making all of them! Xayden and Blaise ended up winning and one of the guys even ran away. The other guy couldn’t except defeat and said “ Well…well… I’m still better than you!”. Xayden became a great basketball player.

BOOK COVER Picture 1 Lia bounced onto the couch, holding up her fingers. “Mom! Only ten more days until my baptism! That’s like… forever! Can’t we just do it tomorrow?” Picture 2 Mom smiled and tucked a loose curl behind Lia’s ear. “I know you’re excited, sweetheart. Baptism is a special day! But remember, waiting isn’t just about counting days—it’s about preparing our hearts.” Picture 3 Lia sighed. “But I am ready! I’ve been ready since last week!” Picture 4 Mom chuckled. “Let’s read a story before bed. I think you’ll like this one.” Picture 5 Lia snuggled under her blanket as Dad opened the scriptures. “Did you know Jesus had to wait for something really special too?” he asked. Lia’s eyes widened. “Really? What?” Picture 6 Dad smiled. “His ministry! Jesus was twelve years old when He taught in the temple, but He didn’t start teaching people everywhere until He was thirty.” Picture 7 “Thirty?!” Lia sat up. “That’s so long!” Mom nodded. “But while He waited, He prepared. He learned, prayed, and listened to His Father in Heaven. When the time was right, He was ready.” Picture 8 Lia thought for a moment. “So… waiting isn’t just waiting?” Dad kissed her forehead. “Exactly. It’s about what we do while we wait.” Picture 9 The next morning, Lia woke up with a new thought. Picture 10 “What if I get extra ready for my baptism?” Picture 11 She helped her little brother tie his shoes. Picture 12 She listened carefully during family prayer. Picture 13 She even asked Grandma about her own baptism day. Picture 14 At bedtime, Lia grinned. “Mom, Dad! Only nine more days until my baptism… and I’m still getting ready!” Mom hugged her tight. “That’s the best kind of waiting, Lia. Jesus is so proud of you.” Picture 15 Lia closed her eyes, her heart full. Baptism was still days away, but she already felt closer to Jesus.

**Description of the Book: "Nini’s Big Day of Sharing"** Join Nini, a kind-hearted little girl from Johannesburg, South Africa, as she embarks on her first day at crèche with her best friend, Coco, and her favorite teddy bear, Saucy. Nini is excited to meet new friends, but things don’t go as planned—some of the kids are not very kind and refuse to share their toys. Through gentle lessons about kindness and generosity, Nini learns how sharing can turn a lonely day into one filled with laughter and friendship. With Coco by her side, she shows her classmates how being kind and including others makes everyone happier. This heartwarming story, written in simple language for toddlers, teaches valuable life lessons about sharing, kindness, and making friends. It’s a delightful read for little ones, filled with relatable moments and a happy ending that will leave them smiling. Perfect for bedtime or storytime, "Nini’s Big Day of Sharing" is a celebration of friendship and the joy of giving.

Donny is a young boy attending the vibrant Oakley Elementary School, where he learns about the wonders of the world. Despite his love for exploring and learning, Donny struggles with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), finding it difficult to manage his emotions and follow the rules in class. One day, Donny had a really big emotion and started to throw chairs in the classroom. With the guidance of his teacher, Ms. Young and his understanding classmates, Donny navigates his day-to-day challenges, discovering ways to regulate his emotions and make sense of the social world around him. The story celebrates Donny’s bravery and determination to keep trying, using calming strategies and growing connections.

Brayden and Bryar, twin siblings who do everything together, wake up excited for the weekend. But their parents have a new rule—it's time to learn about hygiene and self-care! During breakfast, their mom and dad gives them a challenge: complete a list of self-care tasks by the end of the day. At first, they think it’ll be easy—until they realize boys and girls have different needs! Brayden struggles to wash his face and comb his short, kinky hair, while Bryar gets frustrated detangling her long curls. When it’s time for deodorant, Brayden thinks it smells weird, and Bryar doesn’t see why she needs it. Bath time turns into an adventure as they giggle at bubbles and learn to scrub properly. Just when they feel confident, Bryar struggles to braid her hair, and Brayden forgets to trim his nails. Frustrated, they turn to their parents for help. With patience, teamwork, and a lot of dance breaks, they complete their tasks. By bedtime, they feel fresh and proud, realizing self-care isn’t just a chore—it helps them feel good. As they snuggle in, they promise to help each other stick to their new routine, because learning together is always more fun!

The little pig, Pigshi, went to an adventure to find a house that will not be taken down by a big bad wolf

Sprout, the seed, goes on a mission to save the environment from toxic pollutants. Because of humans, sprout (the seed) and the animals of the forest start experiencing health problems because of the pollution in the air and the water. Sprout encourages the animals to clean up and they all make an effort to clean the forest and to teach the humans to stop pollution.

A toddler boy who loves working on the beautiful family farm with all the fun and cute farm animals.

Page 1: Cover Title: Colors All Around Illustration: A rainbow with smiling sun and clouds in the background. Text: "Let’s explore the world of colors!" Page 2: Red Illustration: A big, shiny red apple. Text: "Red like an apple." Interactive Element: A tactile red felt apple sticker for children to touch. Page 3: Blue Illustration: A calm blue ocean with fish swimming. Text: "Blue like the ocean." Interactive Element: A wavy texture on the water to feel. Page 4: Yellow Illustration: A bright yellow sun with rays shining. Text: "Yellow like the sun." Interactive Element: A shiny, reflective surface on the sun. Page 5: Green Illustration: A leafy green tree with a bird perched on a branch. Text: "Green like a tree." Interactive Element: A crinkly leaf texture for sensory engagement. Page 6: Orange Illustration: A playful orange cat sitting in a basket. Text: "Orange like a cat." Interactive Element: A soft, furry patch on the cat. Page 7: Purple Illustration: A bunch of purple grapes hanging from a vine. Text: "Purple like grapes." Interactive Element: Bumpy, raised grape shapes to touch. Page 8: Rainbow Illustration: A rainbow with all the colors, animals, and objects from the previous pages. Text: "Colors are all around us!" Interactive Element: A pull-tab that makes the rainbow "appear" when pulled. Page 9: Back Cover Illustration: A child pointing to a rainbow. Text: "What colors do you see today?" Interactive Element: A mirror at the bottom so the child can see themselves. Key Features of the Book: Simple Text: Short, repetitive phrases to help with language development. Bright Colors: High-contrast illustrations to capture attention. Interactive Elements: Textures, pull-tabs, and mirrors to engage senses. Durable Materials: Thick, sturdy pages for little hands to turn easily. Familiar Objects: Everyday items and animals to help with recognition.

Renny the rabbit and Barny the bear teach the forest animals the fun and importance of staying clean by hosting a joyful and engaging bath party.

Frappe and Adulayarasmi help a young girl

This is the story when Krishna guided Arjun to ask Hanumanji for help before the great war.

Turtle is getting ready for his first day of school at Ashton Ballito. He is feeling a few butterflies in his tummy but he is excited to play with his friends, Starfish and Seahorse.

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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.

Ali and Fatima, two playful siblings, loved spending time together but often argued over toys because they didn’t like sharing. One day, during a visit to the park, they saw other kids playing happily by sharing their toys. Ali experienced the joy of sharing when a boy named Omar let him fly his kite, which inspired him to do the same. Fatima initially hesitated but later shared her train with another child, realizing how much fun sharing could be. Back home, the siblings began sharing toys, taking turns, and playing more creatively together. Their mother shared a story about the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), teaching them that generosity brings joy and blessings. From then on, Ali and Fatima became happier, learning that sharing is a secret to making games more fun and pleasing Allah.

Marcianito is a green martian who lives with his parents. One day he goes out playing and gets lost. He ends up in a playground surrounded by human children. One little girl, Valentina, sees him crying by a tree. She approaches him to ask what is wrong. The little Martian tells her that he is lost and she decides to help him find his way back home. Valentina and her mum take Marcianito home, find his home address and take him to his parents.

My Name is Melanie Montgrand and I am 32 years old. I was born in Meadow Lake, SK, and was raised in Laloche, SK. I have two beautiful daughters, Sophia who is 8 and Delainey who is 20months old.

Forest Turtle shows children its cozy home in the forest and teaches them about the importance of conservation and protecting natural habitats.