A Winter's Waltz


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A Loud Winter's Nap


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Every year Tortoise sleeps through winter. He assumes he isn't missing much. However, his friends are determined to prove otherwise! Will Tortoise sleep through another winter, or will his friends convince him to stay awake and experience the frosty fun of winter? Best-selling author Katy Hudson's charming picture book will have everyone excited for winter.




Waltz of the Snowflakes


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A new holiday classic to add to your collection, this gorgeous wordless picture book by esteemed author-illustrator Elly MacKay celebrates the magic of theater and The Nutcracker as seen through the eyes of a young girl and her grandmother. It is a cold and rainy evening when Gran gives her granddaughter something special: tickets to the ballet. Her granddaughter is reluctant to go. The weather is terrible and they have to wear fancy, uncomfortable clothes. But as the curtains rise on The Nutcracker, the girl's eyes light up as she's introduced to the magic of the theater. The bright costumes, the intricate dances, the magical music, and a new friend all combine to captivate the girl and to bring color to an otherwise dreary evening. Waltz of the Snowflakes is Elly MacKay at her finest, mixing her acclaimed paper-cut artwork with vibrant colors in this whimsical, dreamlike, and inspiring wordless picture book. A must-have for any ballet- and theater-obsessed reader and the perfect gift to be shared during the holidays or any time of year when the world outside needs a little bit of color and vibrancy.




The Log Driver's Waltz


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Acclaimed illustrator Jennifer Phelan reimagines Wade Hemsworth’s iconic log driver in a beautiful, contemporary picture-book adaptation of a beloved Canadian classic. If you ask any girl from the parish around What pleases her most from her head to her toes She’ll say I'm not sure that it’s business of yours But I do like to waltz with a log driver Based on the perennially popular Canadian folk song and animated short film of the same name, The Log Driver’s Waltz showcases a spunky, independent young woman whose parents are keen for her to marry. The town’s well-to-do doctors, merchants, and lawyers try to impress her, but it’s the humble log driver—with his style, grace, and joie de vivre—who captures her attention. When she and the log driver finally meet on the dance floor, their joy leaps off the page. With homages to the original film, and celebrating the flora, fauna, and folk art of this great land, The Log Driver’s Waltz brings a hallmark of Canadian childhood to life.




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A Winter's Tale


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A Winter Amid The Ice, and Other Thrilling Stories


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A Winter Amid the Ice, and Other Thrilling Stories by Jules Verne: Embark on an adventurous journey through Jules Verne's captivating imagination with "A Winter Amid the Ice, and Other Thrilling Stories." This collection presents a series of exhilarating tales that transport readers to exotic locations, from polar expeditions to mysterious islands. Verne's signature blend of scientific speculation and imaginative storytelling creates a reading experience that captivates both the mind and the heart. Key Aspects of the Book "A Winter Amid the Ice, and Other Thrilling Stories": Pioneering Adventure: Verne's stories take readers on daring adventures, venturing into uncharted territories and unknown realms. Scientific Imagination: The collection showcases Verne's ability to weave scientific knowledge and exploration into thrilling narratives that spark the reader's sense of wonder. Cultural Encounters: "A Winter Amid the Ice, and Other Thrilling Stories" exposes readers to diverse cultures and landscapes, offering a glimpse into the wonders of the world. Jules Verne was a visionary French author renowned for his science fiction and adventure novels. Born in the 19th century, Verne's literary legacy includes a vast array of imaginative works that have captured the hearts of readers worldwide. In "A Winter Amid the Ice, and Other Thrilling Stories," Verne's storytelling prowess takes readers on a thrilling odyssey, blending scientific knowledge with exciting narratives. His works have left an indelible mark on literature, inspiring generations of readers to dream and explore the wonders of the world.







A Winter Amid the Ice


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A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories (Illustrated)


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A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories is a collection of Jules Verne sort stories including: Doctor Ox's Experiment, Master Zacharius, A Drama in the Air, A Winter Amid the Ice, Ascent of Mont Blanc. Jules Gabriel Verne was a French novelist, poet, and playwright best known for his adventure novels and his profound influence on the literary genre of science fiction. He was trained to follow in his father's footsteps as a lawyer, but quit the profession early to write for magazines and the stage. His collaboration with the publisher Pierre-Jules Hetzel led to the creation of the Voyages Extraordinaires, a widely popular series of scrupulously researched adventure novels including A Journey to the Interior of the Earth, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, and Around the World in Eighty Days.