Beatrix Potter

This inspirational guide to life featuring Peter Rabbit, in the same vein as the Dr. Seuss classic Oh, the Places You’ll Go!, is the perfect graduation gift! As Peter Rabbit bounces out into the big, wide world he will face triumphs and setbacks, hopes and fears. He will meet true friends and fearsome foes, but will always have a home to return to, and a family waiting to hear stories of his adventures. Featuring a brilliantly rhythmical rhyming text with characterful new illustrations, this new book is set to become a beloved classic!

The Tale of You

Brad Wilcox

Julie Olson

Annie McRae is a fun-loving girl whose bright smile, big heart, and turquoise-heeled cowboy boots give her an extra spring in her step as she says “Howdy!” to everyone she meets. Anytime she helps her parents or teacher, they always cheer back “Hip, hip, hooray for Annie McRae!” One day, however, everyone is too busy, and no one notices her good deeds. Will no one cheer for Annie anymore? Hip, Hip, Hooray! for Annie McRae teaches that the best cheers come from within as we care for others.

Hip, Hip, Hooray for Annie McRae!

Sandra Magsamen

A life full of adventure first requires big dreams. And big dreams need big encouragement. From world-renowned author and artist Sandra Magsamen comes YOU!, offering inspiration and hope to readers from 1 to 100. Includes colorful, lively illustrations along with whimsical rhyming text that can be cherished in almost any setting.

You!

Ole Könnecke

This is Bert’s big day. He is well prepared, mentally, and physically. But he might need some encouragement. 

You Can Do It, Bert! is a simple, funny picture book with an encouraging positive message. It’s a great gift for anyone embarking on a new venture: a child about to start school, a teenager finishing high school, a college student graduating, or anyone starting a new job or going overseas.

You Can Do It, Bert!

Jonathan London

Frank Remkiewicz

Froggy just got his very first bike, and it’s exactly what he wanted. Almost. Finishing touches like a bell and a horn have to be added before Froggy is ready to ride. Then, surrounded by cheering friends, Froggy starts to pedal. Oops! He falls off. He tries again. Oops! Riding a bike is hard! After a long day, and a few bumps and bruises, Froggy finally learns to ride?and once he does, he can?t wait to go again. Froggy Rides a Bike is a reassuring reminder that practice makes perfect and it’s sure to make kids eager to learn to ride on their own.

Froggy Rides a Bike

Sharon Creech

finding your passion

encouragement

The Newbery Medal-winning author of Walk Two Moons, Sharon Creech,  brings readers a story with enormous heart. This middle grade book is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. It’s a fun way to keep your child entertained and engaged while not in the classroom.Love That Dog shows how one boy named Jack finds his voice with the help of a teacher, a pencil, some yellow paper, and of course, a dog. Written as a series of free-verse poems from Jack’s point of view, and with classic poetry included in the back matter, this novel is perfect for kids and teachers, too.Jack hates poetry. Only girls write it and every time he tries to, his brain feels empty. But his teacher, Miss Stretchberry, won’t stop giving her class poetry assignments–and Jack can’t avoid them. But then something amazing happens. The more he writes, the more he learns that he does have something to say.I guess it doeslook like a poemwhen you see ittyped uplike that.–Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

Love That Dog

Kwame Alexander

positive affirmations

obstacles and adversity

athletes

New York Times bestseller ∙ Indie Next Pick  You gotta know the rules to play the game. Ball is life. Take it to the hoop. Soar. What can we imagine for our lives? What if we were the star players, moving and grooving through the game of life? What if we had our own rules of the game to help us get what we want, what we aspire to, what will enrich our lives? Illustrated with photographs by Thai Neave, The Playbook is intended to provide inspiration on the court of life. Each rule contains wisdom from inspiring athletes and role models such as Nelson Mandela, Serena Williams, LeBron James, Carli Lloyd, Steph Curry and Michelle Obama. Kwame Alexander also provides his own poetic and uplifting words, as he shares stories of overcoming obstacles and winning games in this motivational and inspirational book just right for graduates of any age and anyone needing a little encouragement.

The Playbook: 52 Rules to Aim, Shoot, and Score in This Game Called Life

Bob Shea

Everyone’s favorite feline dance diva is paired with a reluctant partner in his hilarious second book in the popular Ballet Cat series for early readers! Ballet Cat is getting her friend Butter Bear ready for her big ballet debut. “Leap, Butter Bear, leap!” Ballet Cat prompts. But Butter Bear would prefer to just point her toe. When Ballet Cat keeps pushing, Butter Bear gets hungry, then thirsty, then sleepy…. The bottom line is that Butter Bear would rather do almost anything to avoid making a big leap. Why? Because her bottom is covered in silly underpants! This second entry in the Ballet Cat series will have beginning readers rolling on the floor with laughter. Don’t miss the other Ballet Cat books: Ballet Cat: The Totally Secret Secret Ballet Cat: What’s Your Favorite Favorite?

Dance! Dance! Underpants!

Ross Burach

WHAT IF I CAN’T?”Will elicit plenty of giggles. – Kirkus ReviewsWhich way to the flowers?That way. 200 miles.How am I supposed to travel that far?!You fly.Can I take a plane?No.Then I’ll never make it!This comical companion to Ross Burach’s The Very Impatient Caterpillar pays loving homage to every child’s struggle to persist through challenges while also delivering a lighthearted lesson on butterfly migration. Remember, if at first you don’t succeed, fly, fly again!

The Little Butterfly That Could

“The axolotl-cheerleader picture book you didn’t know you were waiting for.” - Kirkus From the author of The Tea Dragon Society comes Dewdrop, the delightful children’s tale of an adorable axolotl who cheers on his underwater friends as they each bring their talents to the pond’s sports fair! Dewdrop is an easygoing, gentle axolotl who enjoys naps, worm pie, and cheerleading. When the yearly sports fair nears, he and his friends–Mia the weightlifting turtle, Newman the musical newt, and three minnows who love to cook–get ready to showcase their skills to the whole pond! However, as the day of the fair gets closer, Dewdrop’s friends can’t help putting pressure on themselves to be the best. It’s up to Dewdrop to remind them how to be mindful, go at their own pace, and find joy in their own achievements.

Dewdrop

Mary Engelbreit

New York Times bestselling author and artist Mary Engelbreit shares a beautifully illustrated collection of her favorite quotes. This keepsake book is perfect for inspiring children as they grow and learn—and it makes a lovely gift for Mary Engelbreit fans, moms and other family members, and teachers. Whether readers are moving up from preschool or kindergarten, or perhaps facing other major milestones, Mary Engelbreit’s The World Is Yours has just the right words of encouragement for any occasion. With insight from icons ranging from William Shakespeare to Helen Keller, kids will receive helpful, humorous, and heartfelt advice for the ups and downs they’ll encounter all along the way to becoming the best version of themselves they can be.

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