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Jujube and Willow

A man plants a willow tree and a jujube tree and declares they will be friends. But when Jujube doesn't sprout leaves, Willow shows off his own shiny leaves and teases Jujube. Then one day, Jujube sprouts tiny leaves of his own and from those leaves grows a surprise. Will Willow and Jujube be able to see past their differences and become friends?

Jump Board Books-Farm Babies (Tadpole Books)

What does a calf need to grow? How does a piglet use his hooves? Farm Babies teaches children about some of their favourite young animals while helping them develop literacy skills. Vibrant photography and tightly controlled text work together to provide an engaging and supportive reading experience.

Jump Board Books-Opposites (Tadpole Books)

A dog can be big or little. It can be wet or dry, too! This new series uses fun and familiar items to help children understand and identify opposites. Tightly controlled vocabulary and repetitive text patterns meet crisp and vibrant photographs to create a reading experience that is engaging and supportive.

Jump Board Books-Outdoor Explorer (Tadpole Books)

Birds, trees, rocks, and seeds. There are so many natural wonders waiting just outside your door! This series helps children develop reading skills while exploring the world around them. Tightly controlled vocabulary and repetitive text patterns work together with crisp and colourful photographs to create a reading experience that is engaging and supportive. Outdoor Explorer titles include tools for teachers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index.

Jump the Cracks

What would you do? As far as I'm concerned, there's no excuse not to be decent...Especially when you're responsible for a kid. It just figures that fifteen-year old Victoria's dad fails once again to be at the train station like he's promised. Fuming, Victoria watches as a teen mom stashes her bruised little boy in the train's bathroom. When the mom gets off the train alone, Victoria decides she has had it with all the poor excuses who call them selves parents. Making a split-second decision, Victoria boards the next train out of town-taking the little boy with her. No, really, what would you do? Victoria's staying on the run until everyone responsible starts keeping their promises. This kid's not falling through the cracks. Not on her watch.

June Almeida, Virus Detective!: The Woman Who Discovered the First Human Coronavirus

From an early age in Glasgow, Scotland, June Almeida loved learning about science and nature. A good student, she was especially interested in biology and won the top science prize at her school. Creative and observant, June noticed details that others often missed. She dreamed of attending university but economic hardships caused her to leave school at age 16. Still, June was determined to pursue her passion for science. She was hired by a local hospital to work in its lab, using a microscope to magnify and examine cells. Her work helped doctors treat patients. June later worked in labs in London and in Toronto. Her skill in using the electron microscope to examine cells and help identify viruses earned her promotion and respect in the science community. When June was 34 years old, she discovered the first human coronavirus. Her groundbreaking work continues to help researchers today in the fight against illnesses caused by viruses, including COVID-19.

Junia, The Book Mule of Troublesome Creek

Junia is a mule. But she's not just any mule. She's a mule with an important job. Every morning she carries her Book Woman up and down the rugged hills and surrounding woodlands near the Kentucky town of Troublesome Creek. Book Woman is a Pack Horse librarian. She and Junia deliver free books and reading material to the people living in the hills and woods. It's not easy work. Every month they ride hundreds of kilometers to make their deliveries. They've travelled through sunshine, rain, and snow, up twisting, turning paths where no car or wagon could ever go. But Junia can--steady, sure-footed, bighearted Junia. The library patrons are counting on Book Woman's visits, and Book Woman is counting on Junia. And Junia won't ever let her friend down.

Junior Scientists (Science Explorer Junior)

Through thinking and observation skills ypir students will enjoy activities that will help them learn about everything from rocks and soil to magnets and solar energy. this set is a must for all junior scientist in your school.

Junk

Sylvia Samantha White is very good at finding--she just doesn't know exactly what all her "junk" is good for, not yet at least. But when completely ridiculous disaster strikes, she springs into action and uses her junk to create solutions to the town's troubles. A charming ode to collecting, creating, and following your bliss--even when you're not entirely sure where it will lead you.

Jupiter Twins, The (Funny Bone Books™-First Chapters)

Trudy and Tina are best friends. They are also twins. Trudy loves adventure and Tina is happy to go along for the ride-as long as it is a smooth ride! Young readers will enjoy the familiar adventures with the Jupiter Twins. First Chapters books are easy introductions to chapter books for young readers. Jupiter Twins books range from 850 to 1,200 words each.