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To help children realize that pets are not much different from them, and that a commitment to a pet is very important and special. I would like to encourage children to have a pet, and that pets can be fun as well as a commitment. If a pet is treated with love, respect and care, the love and devotion in return is incredible.

Lucy is a little red fox who has a secret; she can fly. Her heart soars when she takes to the skies. One afternoon, after her fellow foxes see her flying, they shame her, yelling, "Everyone knows that foxes can''t fly." Lucy hears their words and for a brief moment, believes them, and falls to the ground. This only reinforces her self-doubt. She begins to lose her playful spunk and the sheen of her coat grows duller by the day. Lucy has become a sad, disheartened, and disempowered little fox. One night the wise old story fox appears out of the forest to share an evening of foxlore with Lucy''s pack. He tells the story of Milton, a young fox that was long ago banished from the land for learning to swim like a fish. It was the banishment of Milton that gave rise to the popular saying used by older foxes when they see the young ones straying, "You don''t want to end up like Milton, remember, ..." and they chant, "Neither fox nor fish." The old story fox''s tale unsettles Lucy. After tossing and turning and trying to sleep (counting sheep doesn''t work for a fox), Lucy goes to the pond for a drink. There, she meets the wise old story-fox. Through the magic of this encounter, she learns to believe in herself again, her paws lift from the ground and she, once again, points her nose up and takes to the skies.

In Frog Knights (book one of the lavishly illustrated Kingdom of Frogavia series - book two, Frogavia!Frogavia!, is also available from Trafford Publishing) frogs are depicted as characters in their own world - the big pond known as The Kingdom Of Frogavia. The true king is unseated from his ancient throne and banished to a far, distant pond by the evil, ambitious Dax Frogditch who has gathered a huge army with promises of ''a better life ...''.The years of Frogditch''s bullying ways and tyrannical rule stretch on and the Frogavian people grow increasingly restless and unhappy. Finally, a group of brave young rebels rise up and go in search of their true king. They eventually find him and he dubs them all ''knights'' in gratitude for their loyalty. The king then shows them how to weave reeds and grasses into costumes, so they are dressed as knights. After driving Frogditch out of Frogavia, Sir Robert Ribbet, Sir Fergus Leapingfrog, Sir Morton Muddybottom, Sir Frederick Hopper, Sir Barry Bluepond and the other knights escort King Francis, Queen Fiona and their two daughters Princess Flora and Princess Fay back to Frogavia. The knights dive deep into Castle Pond to retrieve the King''s ancient throne. It lies in pieces on the muddy bottom where Frogditch dumped it long ago along with the King''s treasure: magical holed stones that give protection from evil. Many Frogavian families were poor and destitute under Frogditch''s heartless rule. Robin Froghood and his friend, Littlefrog raid Frogditch''s own well-stocked kitchen and take food to give to the poor. When the King hears about their good work he bestows knighthoods on them too. In Frogditch''s time, no flowers bloomed in Frogavia. The lily pads were shrivelled and brown, the pond waters were murky and it became a dark, gloomy place. But, now even as the Knights escort the King and his family back to Castle Frogrock, the beautiful waterlilies burst into blossom on the azure blue waters of Castle Pond. Other flowers join in and bloom all over the rocky castle in colorful abundance. As in the days of old, the Good King invites every one of his subjects to his many celebrations and happy frog songs echo once again across Castle Pond.Buy a t-shirt and other great Frogavia gear at www.cafepress.com/frogavia and www.frogavia.spreadshirt.com.

A girl, named Joy, wants to introduce you to some of the special flamingos that she knows. There is Marco who is crazy about Bingo, and Old Joe who just stands in the snow. Then there is Barlow who only walks on tip toe and Margo who loves only Romeo. There are so many others and they like the letter "O" and the number zero, because they look the same, you know! Sometimes they like to act crazy or put on a show. God makes each one of us special. God also makes us very different and unique and He is the one that helps us all grow. This book will help children learn that it is wonderfull to be just who God created them to be and that it is great to have fun being yourself.

Paka, the little leopard, finds himself stuck in the top of a burning Mopanitree. The fire was carelessly started by a mischievous lion cub named Tofali.The animals in the story are all from Africa including an elephant, a hyena, aleopard family, a lion cub, a zebra, a weaver bird, and a giraffe family. Abu,the Giraffe father, has to overcome his dislike of leopards if he is going tohelp Paka. It is an adventure about courage and helping and friendship.

This collection of short stories, anecdotes and pictures, dating back to the early 1900''s, sets out part of the history of the settlement of Healey Lake and of some of the first settlers on its shoreline. As well, it acknowledges many of the present members of the Healey Lake community that chose to give their stories. Many families of the first "pioneers" are into their fourth generation and these descendants are enjoying the Lake and the cottages built by their great-grandparents. As so many of the properties are passing on to the next generation, it is important to preserve these histories. Not only will this book be of interest to newcomers, but it is for these new generations; that they may remember how their "ancestors," with hard work and humour, with their love of this land and water, overcame the difficulties and challenges in accessing the lake and in building their cottages and homes so that they also could enjoy the peace and beauty of Healey Lake and maintain its integrity. It is with pleasure that we pass on these interesting tales and, as you read them, we hope you too will do so with the same interest and enjoyment.

Adventures which will bring the little ones unto the Lord. Sasha and Jonathan are cousins, and they both live by their grandmama. She''s a kindhearted lady who teaches them from when they are little to love the Lord and respect and love all God''s creations. One day the children move to a new town near a park. When they go off to explore the park, an amazing thing happens - they make and become lifelong friends with the most unique animals. Even a lion!Click here to find out more about the first book in the series, Spring for the Lord: Angel''s Adventure (www.trafford.com/robots/03-1580.html)

Which of us has forgotten our childhood to the extent that we cannot remember, at one time or another, feeling too small, too tall, too thin, or "too anything", as the author puts it. Every child experiences these feelings in some form, quite often, as is the case here, because of a perceived failure to live up to expectations. Just like the little Theo, children often need their parents'' reassurance of who they are and just how important they are, whatever their individual characteristics may be. The book speaks on a level of the target audience in order for them to understand his reactions.

Writing Centres, Writing Seminars, Writing Culture: Writing Instruction in Anglo-Canadian Universities brings together insights into the history of how writing has been taught in Canadian universities alongside profiles of how specific university academic units teach writing today. Engineering courses, writing centers, and writing programs are all represented, each one providing different models of how writing can be taught within their specific academic context. The editorsÕ introduction, an essay surveying current practices throughout Canadian universities, and the Afterword by Russ Hunt suggest ways of making sense of the tangled garden that is the teaching of writing in Canadian universities.

In this wonderful rhyming tale, a town in which everyone frowns is magically transformed by a little boy and his bright smile. Delightful character illustrations deliver a wonderful lesson. Perfect for children of all ages!

A journey through the eyes of an immigrant child, Aurora must flee earth with her parents to the planet Alexys. Aurora is excited and nervous to reach her new home, but upon arriving, she never imagined how out of place she would feel. While Aurora tries to adjust and make friends, the reader too travels with Aurora and sympathizes with what it must be like to be an outsider. At the end, this book connects Aurora''s situation with new immigrants'' experience upon arriving in the U.S.A. This book is a touching tale that leads to a discussion about immigration, diversity, acceptance, and fitting in.

Yin and Yang are two precious cats who are opposites in most every way. They are different colors, they have different hobbies and they even like to sleep in different places. Although they are dissimilar on the outside they still share a unique friendship because they complement each other so well. Each night Yin and Yang participate in a special ritual to end their days together in harmony.

A descriptive poem of a caterpillar turning into a butterfly with delightful rhymes and original watercolor artwork. An attractive nature book with colorful pictures.

Mary''s Purse is set in the era of the 1920''s and takes the reader to a time when daily deliveries were part of the home life. The young reader travels through the week with Mary to meet a new visitor each day. Mary goes to her worn purse to pay each person she has given an order. Gail has presented a unique way for the young reader to be involved in the story and gain a valuable math experience.

Beyond Ellis Island touches on the lives of Czech Immigrants who came to America at the turn of the century. When they got off the ship and walked America''s soil they saw no limits to their dreams. All they had to do was give of themselves and work hard. The immigrants had visions and worked hard toward the goal of owning land. This book is a collection of memories evolved from the author''s reflections, recollections, perceptions and impressions of what transpired during her formative years.

Sometimes the "firsts" can be scary, and yet they often turn out to be the most fun. Moosu Goes to the Dentist is about a brave little mousie who struggles with a real-life dilemma: he is scared to go to the dentist for the first time, and yet longs for that "prize," that his Mama has told him about. The real sounds of both the world around him and the dental office itself come to life for this little mouse as he discovers that going to the dentist can be a lot of fun. Join Moosu as he goes through the routines of every day life preparing to go to the dentist, visiting friends along the way, and arriving somewhat anxious for his first dental visit. Laugh with Moosu as he experiences each sight and sound at the dental office. Meet Dr. Kay, a dentist everyone should have; she can ease anyone''s fears about going to the dentist. Perfect for young children, or anyone, who is nervous about going to the dentist. Children and grownups alike can appreciate this story based on a "real" trip to the dentist.