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Once Upon a Time There Was an Elephant

Once upon a time, a magical elephant traveled around the Earth, taking on the characteristics of everything it encountered-sand, trees, clouds, and even a teacup. At the end of the elephant’s long journey, it transforms one final time into a colourful village where today life is quiet and wonderful.

Once Upon a Time...

Once upon a time . . . there were six classic fairy tales retold by an enchanting storyteller. Step into the magical world of The Snow Queen and follow Gerda in her quest to save Kai from the clutches of an evil spell. Follow Little Red Riding Hood through the forest and see her escape the trickery of the big, bad wolf. Huff and puff but don't blow the house down in The Three Little Pigs. See Rapunzel let down her beautiful hair and meet her prince. Run, run-as fast as you can-with The Gingerbread Man. With beautiful illustrations, these classic tales are brought to life for a new generation to enjoy.

Once Upon A Time...

Once upon a time . . . there were six classic fairy tales retold by an enchanting storyteller. Step into the magical world of The Snow Queen and follow Gerda in her quest to save Kai from the clutches of an evil spell. Follow Little Red Riding Hood through the forest and see her escape the trickery of the big, bad wolf. Huff and puff but don't blow the house down in the The Three Little Pigs. See Rapunzel let down her beautiful hair and meet her prince. Run, run—as fast as you can —with The Gingerbread Man. With beautiful illustrations, these classic tales are brought to life for a new generation to enjoy.

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Once Upon My Dads' Divorce

This book helps children understand the divorce of same-sex parents and how a child's living situation may change. Once upon a time, Grayson's life was like a fairy tale. He lived in a big brick house with Papa and Daddy. They had chocolate chip pancakes on Saturdays and read bedtime stories together every night. But when Grayson's dads get a divorce, everything changes. First, Papa moves into an apartment. Then, Daddy moves into a smaller house. Now it's one week with Papa, then one week with Daddy. Will Grayson ever feel like himself again? Once Upon My Dads' Divorce sensitively portrays the challenges of moving from one house with both parents to two houses and offers reassurance on many questions and feelings readers may have after their parents' divorce.

One Afternoon

This brilliantly crafted wordless book tells two stories simultaneously. On the top a boy leaves his home to go about his daily tasks and obligations. On the bottom, his dog waits at home-having his own set of adventures!

One and Only 1, 2, 3 Book, The

In this lighthearted counting book, 10 animated numerals take turns introducing themselves, gradually filling up empty pages with chickens, airplanes, dancing frogs, and more.

One Blue Gnu

When a box of cell phones is accidentally delivered to the zoo, one blue gnu quickly calls two white sheep, who plan a party - beep beep beep! This illustrated picture book will keep young readers giggling and guessing to the end. ONE BLUE GNU is a fun and colourful romp at the zoo, where we count from one to ten and down again in one huge party!

One Drop

Zing! Zap! Plop! Through lyrical text, this visually stunning nonfiction book traces a drop of water from cloud to aquifer, from underground stream to marsh, from lake to river, from ocean to strait, past icebergs and waterfalls and beaches, until finally back to cloud. Backmatter and glossary provide additional facts.

One Extra Sparkle

Ten-year-old Ellie has an extra sparkle. That's what her dad calls the extra chromosome that gives her Down Syndrome. And although Down Syndrome may make a few things harderÑlike saying big words, or saying little words when she is full of big feelingsÑit doesn't stop her from pursuing her dream to become a wildlife artist and from being a fabulous friend and sister. Over the course of one eventful summer, Ellie will face her fears and find her voice, alongside a loving cast of friends and family. And even when the challenges seem overwhelming, her extra sparkle never fails to shine bright.