Small Beauties


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"One day this child shall hold the very heart of our family in the palm of her hand," predicts Granny on the day Darcy Heart O'Hara is born in a cottage on Derry Lane, in the town of Pobble O'Keefe, in County Kerry, Ireland. Darcy grows up to be a noticer, delighting in the small beauties all around her: a dew-covered spider web, castles in the clouds, a shiny wooden rosary bead. Life is simple but sweet in Pobble O'Keefe, with her family gathered round the hearth in the evenings while Granddad's voice fills the small room with stories. But in 1845, a blight strikes the land, the potatoes turn rotten, and Darcy and her family must leave Ireland forever. How will Darcy ever find a way to to bring the small beauties of home across the sea to America? Elvira Woodruff's story of emigration, heartbreak, and hope is vividly illustrated with the warm, evocative oil paintings of Adam Rex.




The Little Hearts Journey


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Join the Little Hearts on an epic adventure across multiple thrilling chapters in their quest to protect Heartlandia. In "The Stumble of Power," they stumble upon a mysterious source of magic that tests their unity and resilience. "The Hidden Cave" reveals ancient secrets and challenges as they journey into the depths of the unknown. "Quest for the Elders" sees them seeking guidance from wise elders to confront looming darkness. In "The Old Kingdom," they confront the remnants of a once-glorious realm now overshadowed by sinister forces. "Free the Elders" showcases their bravery as they strive to liberate the guardians of wisdom. Finally, "Raven's Fight" pits them against a formidable foe in a battle for the fate of their world. Each installment is a testament to their courage, friendship, and determination in the face of adversity.




The Boy Who Stood Up Tall


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The inspiring tale of a little boy with a sensitive soul who learns to stand up to his fears. One day, a little boy is playing with his bear when a thunderstorm approaches his house. At first, the little boy is afraid and runs from the storm, but when his bear starts to explain the concepts of fear, bravery, and courage, something magical happens . . . Learning to overcome fear is a crucial part of a child’s life. Children who never learn to manage their feelings of fear grow up hiding who they are, and they shrink back from what they truly desire to do in the world. The founder of Resilient Little Hearts, Sarah Boyd, teaches psychology-based principles of finding courage and overcoming fear in the story of The Boy Who Stood Up Tall. This heartwarming tale redefines what courage is and shows young readers that even when they are sensitive and tender-hearted, they can still find courage and discover their internal resources for overcoming fears.




The Little Hearts Extended Journey


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The Little Hearts - Eight-Book Series Overview: Embark on an epic journey with the Little Hearts through this captivating eight-book series, each brimming with adventure, magic, and friendship. 1. Stumble of Power: Discover the origin of the Little Hearts' extraordinary abilities as they stumble upon a source of mysterious power that forever alters the course of their destinies. 2. Hidden Cave: Venture into the depths of a hidden cave with the Little Hearts as they uncover ancient secrets and encounter unexpected challenges that test their courage and unity. 3. Quest for the Elders: Join the Little Hearts on a perilous quest to find the elusive Elders, whose wisdom and guidance hold the key to unlocking the mysteries of their world. 4. The Old Kingdom: Explore the ruins of a once-glorious kingdom with the Little Hearts as they unravel the secrets of its past and confront the shadows that linger within its crumbling walls. 5. Free the Elders: Witness the Little Hearts' daring rescue mission as they strive to liberate the Elders from their imprisonment and restore balance to their realm. 6. Raven's Fight: Stand alongside the Little Hearts in their ultimate showdown against Raven, their former ally turned formidable adversary, as they confront betrayal, redemption, and the power of forgiveness. 7. Monsters in the Kingdom: Face a new threat as malevolent monsters descend upon the kingdom, testing the Little Hearts' strength, resourcefulness, and bonds of friendship like never before. 8. Raven's Return: Experience the dramatic conclusion as Raven makes a mysterious reappearance, forcing the Little Hearts to confront their past and forge a new path forward amidst uncertainty and danger. Join the Little Hearts on an unforgettable odyssey filled with action, mystery, and the power of hope as they navigate the twists and turns of their extraordinary world.




The Heart's Journey


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An inspiring story of the resilience of the human heart, told in twelve beautiful illustrations The Heart's Journey is the tale of a heart that encounters pain and suffering only to be healed by the power and security of love. Artist Judy Pelikan’s lovingly rendered illustrations depict the human heart’s strength and capacity for love so persuasively that no words are needed. This miniature book—back in print by popular demand—is the perfect gift for anyone who needs to remember that the heart always emerges triumphant.




The Journey of Little Charlie


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The Newberry Medalist brings humor and heart to this story of a Civil War–era boy struggling to do right in the face of history’s cruelest evils. Twelve-year-old Charlie is down on his luck: His sharecropper father just died, and Cap’n Buck—the most fearsome man in Possum Moan, South Carolina—has come to collect a debt. Fearing for his life, Charlie strikes a deal with Cap’n Buck and agrees to track down some folks accused of stealing from the cap’n and his boss. It’s not too bad of a bargain for Charlie . . . until he comes face-to-face with the fugitives and discovers their true identities. Torn between his guilty conscience and his survival instinct, Charlie needs to figure out his next move—and soon. It’s only a matter of time before Cap’n Buck catches on. Praise for The Journey of Little Charlie A National Book Award Finalist “This is a compelling and ugly story for middle-grade readers told with genuine care. Little Charlie is a product of his Southern upbringing, yet in Curtis’s skillful hands he learns the world is not as he’d thought . . . Christopher Paul Curtis does it again.” —Historical Novel Society “A characteristically lively and complex addition to the historical fiction of the era from Curtis.” —Kirkus Reviews




The Gentle Parent


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In a gently parented home, boundaries are focused on guiding rather than controlling children and are maintained through empathetic and creative resolutions rather than harsh punitive consequences. Written by best-selling parenting and children's book author and mother of six, L.R.Knost, 'The Gentle Parent: Positive, Practical, Effective Discipline' provides parents with the tools they need to implement the Three C's of gentle discipline--Connection, Communication, and Cooperation--to create a peaceful home and a healthy parent/child relationship. Presented in bite-sized chapters perfect for busy parents and written in L.R.Knost's signature conversational style, 'The Gentle Parent' is packed with practical suggestions and real-life examples to help parents through the normal ups and downs of gentle discipline on the road to raising a generation of world changers.




Jesus, the Gentle Parent


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In this examination of mainstream Christian parenting practices and the doctrinal beliefs behind them, best-selling author L.R.Knost debunks common cultural and theological beliefs about spanking, original sin, sin nature, submission, authority, obedience, breaking a child's will, and more along with providing grace-filled, gentle solutions to behavior issues.




Journey to the Heart


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Journey to the Heart by New York Times bestselling author of Codependent No More, Beyond Codependency, and Lessons of Love, contains 365 insightful daily meditations that inspire readers to unlock their personal creativity and discover their divine purposes in life. “Melody Beattie gives you the tools to discover the magnificence and splendor of your being.” –Deepak Chopra, author of Jesus and Buddha




Little Legs, Big Heart


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For author Kristen DeAndrade, it doesn’t matter how long your legs are. You can only take one step at a time. Born with achondroplasia, dwarfism, she chronicles her personal journey of facing challenges and breaking barriers in Little Legs, Big Heart. Through diary entries from her childhood journal, combined with a humorously, honest narrative, she shares her sheer determination growing up in the face of adversity and undergoing multiple medical procedures, including extended limb lengthening, which she opted to brave at the age of twelve. Narrating both the physical and emotional challenges, DeAndrade offers a look at her strength in facing her challenges head on in a story filled with both integrity and interminable sass. Little Legs, Big Heart journeys through tears, laughter, devastation, and hope as it tells about a girl on a mission to find her identity. It gives a new perspective on life’s challenges and shows the world how to meet the varied demands of life with grit and grace.