New Releases by April Jones

An encouraging, rhyming book about a spirited young boy named Ty. Ty demonstrates to kids that they can highlight their strengths and still do more of what makes them happy, even if those things need practice.

Inspire your child''s greatness (and coloring skills) - by learning from a unicorn! Reverie always had many talents, from styling hair to writing books, but being a unicorn has its challenges and she needs you to help bring color into her life! Everyone doubted her, didn''t believe in her, and every time she tried something new, they''d say she''d never succeed... She was about to give up on her dreams, but... Then she decided to try and stop listening to those who did not believe in unicorns and started to believe in herself instead! Bring the rainbow to Reverie with this insightful coloring book! Believe in yourself and your dreams, even when no one around believes in you, because with hard work and diligence, any dream can be achieved! Here, at Puppy Dogs & Ice Cream, we believe that children''s books are more than just stories - they''re vessels of inspiration, education, and imagination. Every book we publish is carefully selected to teach kids valuable lessons that will last a lifetime. From the publisher who brought to you "Fiona Flamingo", "Right Now, I Am Fine", "Zen Pig", "The Snowman''s Song", "Bug Soup", and "The Super Tiny Ghost", "Reverie: I Believe in Me, Coloring Book Edition" is a welcome addition to our collection of coloring books!

This informational guide not only will give you strategies to use in the classroom, at home or in the community to achieve student success, but you will learn about African-centered pedagogy and how to use culturally relevant best practices to enhance your self-awareness enabling you to reach student success; holistically. April Jones is the Executive Director of the Sankofa Achievement Center, Inc. Jones has a long history supporting both social and emotional well-being of children, teens and adults in the Nashville and Chicago area. Her work in the field of leadership and community partnerships makes her uniquely qualified to teach parents, educators, children and community stakeholders to overcome challenges facing urban and rural families. Jones''s work in Family and Community Partnerships is part of the National Standard practices for local schools. Jones holds a Bachelors of Science from Chicago State University. She received her teaching certification from Trinity Christian College. Jones has a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction, an Education Specialist in Administration and Supervision. She holds a Doctorate Degree in School Leadership from Tennessee State University.

Perfect for Black History Month and sports fans! Independent readers will be inspired by the story of this barrier-breaking baseball player. Now available in Step into Reading, the premier leveled reader line. Jackie Robinson became the first black Major League baseball player of the modern era when he stepped onto the field as a Brooklyn Dodger in 1947. In simple, engaging language, this book follows Jackie from childhood through his career as an MVP-award winning baseball player and a hero of the civil rights movement. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics; for children who are ready to read on their own.

Two rhyming books in one that inspire and encourage children who are learning to read and write. You are a Reader! / You are a Writer! is a book made to be read twice, once from the front and once from the back. Read one way, children will see all the joys that reading can bring--flip it over and they''ll be inspired by the imaginative possibilities of writing! With a jaunty rhyme that’s great for reading aloud and a diverse cast of characters at various stages of reading and writing, there is something for everyone here. Learning to read? Scan, sound, simmer, think. You can guzzle words and ink. You might stumble, you might sigh. But readers practice, grow, and fly! Learning to write? Wake, watch, wonder, plot. You can weave with words and thoughts. Still staring at an empty page? Every writer knows that stage. Ask "What if?" Change your view. Try a pen--or stick--that''s new. But writers read and draft, and fly! Throughout the book are suggestions for where to find inspiration for reading and writing and different ways to move on if you are discouraged. Christine Davenier''s energetic illustrations add to the fun in this true celebration of what it means to be a reader and a writer, no matter how accomplished you are or aren''t. Praise for Snowy Race "A girl gets to ride on her dad''s giant snowplow in this delightful rhyming tale. They race through the heavy snow, but it''s not clear where they''re going until they arrive at the train station. . . Prince''s (What Do Wheels Do All Day?) text is intriguingly spare, letting Davenier''s (The First Thing My Mama Told Me) softly exuberant wintertime scenes shine." --The New York Times Rhyming, minimal text coupled with fetching illustrations by Davenier expertly convey the exhilarating drama of entering into a snowstorm as well as the comfy feelings of being in a warm house while the weather is frightful. --School Library Journal A winning, winter race. --Kirkus Reviews

A homecoming tale unlike any other, The Imagined Homecoming of Icarus Isakov recounts the fantastical return home of goblin anti-hero and puckish narrator, Icarus Isakov. When Icarus receives a mysterious letter from the long-lost girl next door, he returns to the ghost town of his childhood in search of her. Icarus lodges at a mystical tavern, one serving memories instead of drinks. There, imbibing the past and exploring the present, Icarus is swept up on wonderfully strange adventure, taking him from the depths of wish-filled seas to the highest of dream castle ramparts. Along the way, Icarus faces old demons with help from a curious cast of characters, including a forgetful faun, a drunken elf, and a chance mermaid. It will take all of them to find the girl next door, and to rediscovery home. The Homecoming of Icarus Isakov is a touching and thought-provoking ride through nostalgia, memory, and the idea of home. Icarus''s playful narration style make the pages fly, and the magical tavern makes a stunning backdrop for this surreal odyssey.

Cozy up with this wintry journey! A girl and her father race their plow through a snowstorm. Will they make it to the train station in time? And who''s waiting for them? This timeless seasonal classic captures the thrill of snow and the warmth of family. In the midst of a whirling snowfall, a girl and her father pile into their big red snow plow. Through slippery streets, up winding hills, they race-- clearing the snow and heading for the train station to meet a very special traveler. Accomplished author April Jones Prince''s beautiful rhyming text is just right for one or two readers. Featuring expressive paintings by the beloved illustrator of the New York Times best selling series The Very Fairy Princess, Christine Davenier, Snowy Race is a perfect rhyming read-aloud. Curl up with this sweet journey all winter long!

Grow On: A Spiritual and Mental Wellness Devotional Journal is sure to capture your mind and spirit as you navigate through it''s pages and take from it what you can use as a catalyst toward growth and change. This 20 day interactive journal includes daily devotions, journal and prayer pages, challenges, and worksheets.

Is it possible to find strength in struggle and purpose in pain? Ask Dr. April Jones, a young mother who battled her two-year-old son''s cancer while getting her doctorate. Her struggle to make the heart-wrenching decisions with her family led to a discovery of God, courage, and a happiness within that helped her transform scary misfortune into a joy-filled life. In No Mess, No Message, Dr. Jones shares her real, raw journey and reveals insight into how powerful thinking and strong faith can lead to inner healing. Walk with her as she rides the rollercoaster of life and learns crucial lessons, including: The secret to controlling your reaction to events beyond your control. How to align yourself with God''s will so you can experience true joy. How to find value in your feelings, no matter how much you dislike them. Filled with thought-provoking questions and faith-based encouragement, find the reason why, "without mess, there''s no message."

Learn about all of the trucks on the road -- from carriers, helpers, and builders, to movers, farmers, and rescuers -- in this oversized board book with 101 different vehicles for kids to name and count With bite-size information that''s perfect for this young age, an interactive refrain, and a giant maze-like image at the end of all the trucks sharing the same road, the next book in this young nonfiction series is sure to be a hit

Mose Jones Jr popularly known by everyone in Creek Town Alabama as Lil'' boy turns out to be a very wonderful, adorable, hardworking, smart and intelligent kid loved by everyone at home, school and society. He was a special kid and has a beautiful enchanted red hat that glows like diamonds whenever Lil'' Boy makes a wish by putting it on his head to assist him in carrying out assignments, chores and anything he wishes to do or achieve. Lil'' Boy doesn''t hesitate in helping other people with chores and thus his actions made him loved by virtually everyone being a hardworking and ambitious kid. Mose becomes an adult and decided to run for county commissioner of Creek Town to help him achieve his desired goal by helping other people and with the help of his enchanted hat. The people were extremely happy with his decision and he got support from everyone. He added so much value to the community and due to his hard work and dedication after so many years in office as a Commissioner, the people of Creek Town built a Bridge in Honor of him. The Bridge is named, "The Mose Jones Jr. Bridge." This book serve as an inspiration to all children that aim and desire to set goals that are quite achievable through hard work and dedication.

Dinosaur names and pronunciation guide.

While pirates Papa, Mama, and Baby are away from their seaworthy sloop, Goldilocks comes aboard and makes herself useful.

Children everywhere dream big. They imagine the big picture, but may not know how to achieve their goals. Lil'' Boy''s Steps to Goal Achievement: A Goal Setting Journal for Kids aims to bridge the gap between the journey and success. These much-needed lessons are delivered in an easy-to-understand interactive format that engages young minds, invites them to explore their dreams, and encourages them to focus on the necessary steps to help them make their dreams come true. Inside, children meet Mose Jones Jr., affectionately called Lil'' Boy, a sharecropper''s child, who grows up during the height of Alabama''s civil rights movement. With few opportunities and even fewer resources available to him, he dreams of a life of service to his community, but needs a plan to help him reach his goal. When he''s introduced to goal setting, he learns valuable lessons that he carries with him through the rest of his life. His inspirational story encourages children to think big, make plans, and never give up on their dreams, no matter the obstacles in front of them.

Biografía de Mark Twain, autor, aventurero, piloto de barco de vapor en el río Mississippi, minero de oro, escritor de periódicos y viajero incansable.

This book is intended for those that are looking to satisfy that sweet tooth without all those extra calories full of sugar and nonsense you will find delicious protein packed desserts that are tried and true tested by our family and friends I hope you find these recipes as delicious as everyone else

1883 : le nouveau pont entre New York et Brooklyn, triomphe de la technologie moderne, vient d''être terminé après quatorze années de travaux. Son inauguration donne lieu à de magnifiques festivités. Mais de nombreux habitants se méfient et doutent de sa solidité... Phineas T. Barnum, célèbre directeur du « plus grand chapiteau du monde », décide de mettre fin aux critiques et relève alors un formidable défi : tester la résistance de ce monstre d''acier et de bois de plus d''un kilomètre en organisant un défilé de 21 éléphants. Lorsque Jumbo, le chouchou de l''Amérique de sept tonnes qui ferme la marche, arrive sans encombre sur l''autre rive, la preuve est faite : le pont tient bon ! Et les jours suivants, que font les incrédules après avoir admiré la vue ? Ils vont au cirque, bien entendu ! Pour les 6/9 ans

Born into slavery in Maryland in 1818, Frederick Douglass was determined to gain freedom--and once he realized that knowledge was power, he secretly learned to read and write to give himself an advantage. After escaping to the North in 1838, as a free man he gave powerful speeches about his experience as a slave. He was so impressive that he became a friend of President Abraham Lincoln, as well as one of the most famous abolitionists of the nineteenth century.

Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage- with great patience and careful instruction. For the time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths. But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all the duties of your ministry. (II Timothy 4:2-5) What must we do to be ''prepared in season and out of season''? Why don''t I feel fulfilled? How do I know if I have been called into some kind of ministry? Although these questions cover a large subject area, they are just a few of the many questions that are answered in Many are Called, but Few are Chosen: The Refined Remnant. You will discover what it truly means to be a child of God. The author will lead you from the point of apparent obscurity, to an understanding of God''s abounding Grace and His undaunting pursuit to win your heart. Dive in and digest the words of this book. Enjoy your journey and pursue your God-given dreams in full freedom and spiritual authority.So too, at the present time there is a remnant chosen by grace. And if by grace, then it is no longer by works; if it were grace would no longer be grace. (Romans 11:5-6)

Lively verse in large, easy-to-read type is paired with bold illustrations to create a stunning book about the American flag for even the youngest reader. A comprehensive history of the flag is included at the end, making this book especially useful for both classroom and home all year round.

Construction mice don their hard hats to operate construction vehicles as they complete a big project.

A cloth bag containing ten copies of the title.

The fascinating life of the humorist, narrator, and social observer best known as the author of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is captured candidly in an enjoyable biography for kids who are not quite ready for long, in-depth life histories.

Tras catorce años de obras, el puente de Brooklyn estaba listo, para regocijo de las ciudades hermanas a las que conectaba: Nueva York y Brooklyn. La mayor parte de la gente lo consideraba un triunfo de la tecnología moderna. Pero muchos dudaban de su resistencia. Phineas T. Barnum, el célebre director de circo y creador del "mayor espectáculo del mundo", demostraría que aquel monstruo de madera y acero era resistente, y presentaría un número demasiado maravilloso para que pudiera ser olvidado… A partir de 7 años. · Un cuento que recrea la historia real y sorprendente del puente de Brooklyn en el siglo XIX · Maravillosas y sugerentes ambientaciones de François Roca, ilustrador de Uma, la pequeña diosa, Susana, La comedia de los ogros publicados por Editorial Juventud.

A group of animal friends work together to make valentines.

The weels push, race, stroll, fly, whiz, and spin all day long.

Upon completion of the Brooklyn Bridge, P.T. Barnum and his twenty- one elephants parade across to prove to everyone that the bridge is safe.