Jack's Talent

by Maryann Cocca-Leffler (2007, Farrar Straus Giroux, 16.00/hardback)
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On the first day of school, Jacks teacher asks the students to share their special talents. Jack is worried he doesn’t have any talent at all--or so he thinks. Acrylic paintings that pop with energy and charm make this story an ideal boost for any child who questions his or her abilities. Full color. Grades Prek-3. [9” x 9”...32 pages]

Leo the Lightning Bug

by Eric Drachman (2003, Kidwick Books, 18.95/hardback)
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Leo's a lovable little lightning bug, but he has a big problem: no light! This leads to teasing by the other bugs and an unhappy Leo. Kids will identify with Leo and grasp the importance of believing in themselves as they follow Leo's adventure to make his own light. Includes an audio CD, complete with sound effects. Color. Grades K-3. [12” x 9”...32 pages]

You're Somebody Special, Walliwigs!

by Joan Rankin (1999, McElderry Books, 16.00/hardback)
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Walliwigs (a Great Black Cockatoo) is a baby bird unexpectedly alone in the big wide world. He ends up on a farm, being raised by a chicken named Martha. Even though the other chickens make fun of Walliwigs' odd ways and how he looks, Martha is very proud of her adopted son who is learning self-confidence. Color. Grades K-3. [8.5” x 11”...32 pages]

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