Box For Children

"He had been created to replace a lost son. His face was made of porcelain and burnt clay formed his spine. The lips were painted on and showed a never-changing smile, while twisted copper wire held his body together. When the artificial boy looked down he could see through the gaps between the coils. There, deep down inside him, was a living thing - a fleeting flutter, visible for only one moment at a time. His creator called him Felix." In three interconnected short stories, Felix searches for the truth about how he came to be alive. He meets a strange butterfly catcher, a terrifying ...

Just when things seem to be getting back to normal, Janie is faced with another big problem: The secret medallion is missing! Who could have taken it? And how will she get it back? Janie can't be the first Bearer of the Medallion to lose the one thing she was to protect above all else.... can she?

Samantha Loses the Box Turtle is a children's chapter book filled with fun and adventure while teaching about the lovable critter, the Eastern Box Turtle. When Samantha's grandfather finds a box turtle on a busy street the only thing to do is bring him home. Sam's mom says that he has to be let go, but not before some zany drama ensues. You'll have to read to find out how Samantha Loses the Box Turtle!

Life just got a whole lot better for fans of the hit Disney Channel show, Lizzie McGuire. In My Very First Way Cool Boxed Set, the first four volumes of the novelizations are collected. And, lest you think four volumes means only four episodes, think again. Each book comprises two related sections based on two episodes from the TV series.

This boxset includes Ra-Kit's Initiation (A Prequel), Dominion Over All, Endangered, Ghost Elephant, and Junkyard Dogs.

Chocolate Box Girls: Cherry Crush is the first of five in this addictive series by Cathy Cassidy. Cherry Costello's life is about to change forever. She and Dad are moving to Somerset, where a new mum and a bunch of brand-new sisters await. And on Cherry's first day there, she meets Shay Fletcher - the kind of boy who should carry a government health warning. But Shay already has a girlfriend, Cherry's new stepsister, Honey. Cherry knows her friendship with Shay is dangerous - it could destroy everything.

On National Divorce Day, my husband Steve and I decide to break up. After years of depression and mood swings (him) and hope and defeat (me) enough is, quite frankly, enough. Until a chance remark triggers a chain of events leading to Steve’s diagnosis of ADHD and autism. What follows is a year of discovery, denial, medication and salvation as we, our teenagers and even our beloved Golden Retriever, Margot, set out to embrace this new reality. But will my plan to start an amateur honesty box business from our tiny Devon village be the catalyst to bring us together, or drive us further apart?

Skye and Summer Tanberry are identical twins, and Skye loves her sister, Summer, more than anyone else in the world. They do everything together, but lately Skye's been feeling like second best - it's the story of her life. And when her friend Alfie confesses he's fallen not for her but for Summer, it hurts.Skye wants to be her own person, but with an effortlessly cool twin, how can she? Will Skye ever step out of Summer's shadow and find her own chance to shine?

How nature came to be is the basis of African folklore. From a greedy baboon, a vain crocodile, and a clever jackal, African animals are often the characters used to convey the message of human characteristics, their pitfalls, and their triumphs. And unlike stories in other parts of the world, the ending is not always happy. In fact, some African fables are downright gruesome! It was from this point that I wanted to adapt some of Africa’s best-loved stories into tales that could delight a very young audience.

Discover a captivating collection of nonfiction military history by Robert Child. This keepsake multi-volume set includes five full books with photographs and detailed maps—a must-have for your digital shelf. Save 50% off purchasing each book in this box set separately.1) Washington's Crossing: America's First D-Day Experience the harrowing journey of the ragged Continental army as they face the British forces across an icy river. With the fate of independence hanging by a thread, George Washington makes a daring decision to go on the offensive.2) Rush On Boys: Hamilton at War Follow ...

Félix, chasseur de dinosaures: Madame Isabelle est une enseignante un peu magicienne. Dans sa classe, chaque élève peut vivre une aventure dans la peau du personnage de son choix. Félix, lui, rêve de devenir chasseur de dinosaures… Sa mission : chasser les dinosaures… avec son appareil photo pour prendre des clichés incroyables de ces créatures disparues ! Accompagné d’une super équipe, il fait toutefois face à des obstacles inattendus : chaleur, puanteur, laideur, peur…

Goodnight Dragon follows the nightly routine of a little dragon. Kids love listening to our little dragon brush his teeth, floss, sharpen his horns, practice breathing fire, and more. This dragon audiobook for kids is a great example of the important things all kids should do before bedtime. The extended audiobook version of this book comes with music and sound effects.

Jake Cooke has just had the surprise of his life. He already knew he had a no-good dad, but now he's got four half sisters that he never knew existed. When Jake's talent for trouble causes chaos at home, he runs away to meet his new family. Life in a rundown flat in Chinatown is a far cry from Tanglewood, where the days are filled with picnics, beach parties and chocolate festivals. It's already starting to feel like home. But Jake's about to realize he can escape his problems and his future for only so long.

Kaye is an ordinary boy who likes exploring and dreams of being a legendary knight like his father. But good knights are hard to find in Knox since the king died. When the new queen knights Kaye for doing a brave deed to help another person, he gets his wish a lot sooner than he expected. Being a knight is a dream come true for Kaye...but he's got a lot to live up to.

School’s out for the summer, and stepbrothers Phineas and Ferb decide to make each day an adventure! This box set contains the first three books in the best-selling Phineas and Ferb chapter-book series: Speed Demons, Runaway Hit, and Wild Surprise. Perfect for fans of the hilarious hit show!

Step into a world of enchanting melodies and boundless imagination! Introducing The Magical Music Box–the captivating children's book that will transport your little ones on an extraordinary musical journey like no other! Join Lucy, a curious and passionate music lover, as she stumbles upon a hidden treasure: a mysterious music box that holds the key to a realm brimming with harmonious wonders. Watch in awe as Lucy embarks on an unforgettable adventure!

Silena es una niña lista: sabe que los días pueden ser de un color diferente, que hay personas en quienes se puede confiar -como una abuela maravillosa o un amigo de trapo- y hay otras que son una lata, como los hermanos pequeños o los amigos chismosos. Pero sobre todo, Silena sabe cuán importante es contar con un lugar donde guardar aquello que se debe mantener en secreto.

When Boomi’s dad dies of COVID, the rest of her life topples like a row of dominoes. First her best friend, Bebe, stops talking to her. Then she gets kicked out of her ballet academy. Her mom becomes hyper focused on her weight. Her grandmother sinks further into the shadows of her mind. Then Boomi is given one last gift from her dad: his old boombox. Inside it, she finds a mix tape and a note: You can change your life. When she presses play on the boombox, her life really does change: she’s magically transported to Thumpton-on-Soar, England, 1986. And her dad’s there!

Podgy Bottom is in trouble. All over town cars are being shrunk to the size of a matchbox in the blink of an eye; a giant purple bunny rabbit is running riot and a strange-looking broomstick is causing chaos and calamity.... Sounds like a case for Wings & Co, the famous fairy detective agency! Can Emily, Budget, and Fidget put a stop to this magical mischief before it's too late?

In this story, an old witch takes pity on a poor soldier and gives him a box with remarkable powers. As a result, he has many astounding adventures.