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There is an egg hunt at Harmony Farm and it all takes place in the big red barn. Read on to find out what crazy antics those animals at Harmony Farm are up to. Why are the ducks not allowed outside and why does the man from the farmhouse find them so funny?Krystyna moved from the city to a farm. Within a few years she had in addition to her horses; donkeys, ducks and sheep. She has collected her experiences with her animals in several children's books...

Written in Scottish rhyme, the story of children who meet in the local woodlands to play. They come across a Mouse in distress and help him evade the attention of a greedy Fox. The book encourages outdoor play, promoting empathy for other living creatures while highlighting the danger wildlife face. The children use their problem-solving skills to help the Mouse repair his house but ultimately have to offer him a new home. The tale has a happy ending....

Featuring children's own words and heart-warming pictures, this board book, this is the perfect book for children living in, or visiting Alberta! 'I love Alberta because... ' This charming book combines endearing things said by children about Alberta, with gentle illustrations of familiar animals. And from the wide open spaces to the northern lights, there is certainly a lot to love! A wonderful keepsake for residents of Alberta, or souvenir for visitors....

Nine-year-old Nomy has moved to a new area, where she lives with her mother and grandparents in the last house in a crumbling ghost town. As she explores her surroundings, she hikes every day with her dog through deep forests and farm fields, encountering wild animals and a mysterious mist that seeps among the trees, full of magic and mystery. But what can she do about a pair of bullies who terrorize her, slowly making her life worse and worse? Perhaps...

A watchful eye as a marriage falls apart. The phone call, the rows, and the split are all observed by the family Labrador. He knows the habits and senses the moods of his beloved family members. Seeing them unhappy and hurting each other is unbearable. Where did his perfect life go? Her marriage to Phil in crisis, two children at the challenging teenage stage, and a close friend in peril, Meriel's world is falling apart. She finds solace in the arms...

Join SparkE the Sparrow on his adventures of growing up as he learns to hunt for food, spread his wings and fly, and make new friends. This beautifully illustrated chldren's book is the perfect bedtime story for you and your child.

Puffernut Flies South is a warm hearted fantasy for the young and the young at heart. A careless moment and an unplanned escape plunge Puffernut, a young cockatiel, into the wondrous world beyond his cage. When he discovers that he can't find his way back, the best day of his life quickly turns from exciting to a little scary. Led astray by strangers, Puffernut embarks on a misdirected search for home. As his unplanned flight of passage takes him...

In Toby Tyler, James Otis masterfully transports readers to the enchanting yet challenging world of a 19th-century circus. This timeless tale, set against the backdrop of rural America, follows the adventures of Toby, a ten-year-old orphan who runs away to join the circus, seeking freedom and excitement. Otis delves into themes of independence, the longing for family, and the harsh realities of life under the big top. As Toby navigates his new...

This is the story of a small frog and his journey to discover that you can accomplish anything in life, if you work hard and put your mind to it. "My absolute favorite book of all time" – Natalia "This book must have glue on it, because I can't seem to put it down" - Rina "The greatest story ever created!!" - Dad

"HIGH-STAKES ACTION, gritty drama, and real characters make this book hard to put down." - Once Upon A YA BookAdventure, mystery, and monsters converge in this fast-paced monster series perfect for fans of Stranger Things, Goosebumps, Cirque du Freak, the Cooper Kids, and the Hardy Boys.* Includes a SNEAK PEAK from the short story, Alec Kerley and the Haunted Christmas! *If you enjoyed Jurassic World and Journey to the Center of the Earth, you'll...