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Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Jeff Kinney

Presents the mundane life of a adolescent boy named Greg who wishes to do the right thing but is stymied by his quest for girls and status, his well-meaning parents, his brothers, and his friends.

How Oliver Olson changed the world

Claudia Mills

Afraid he will always be an outsider like ex-planet Pluto, nine-year-old Oliver finally shows his extremely overprotective parents that he is capable of doing great things without their help while his class is studying the solar system.

Divergent

Veronica Roth

She turns to the future in a world that's falling apart. The No. 1 New York Times bestseller DIVERGENT - also a major motion picture. For sixteen-year-old Tris, the world changes in a heartbeat when she is forced to make a terrible choice. Turning her back on her family, Tris ventures out, alone, determined to find out where she truly belongs. Shocked by the brutality of her new life, Tris can trust no one. And yet she is drawn to a boy who seems to both threaten and protect her. The hardest choices may yet lie ahead.... The first book in the DIVERGENT series that has swept the globe - selling millions of copies world-wide.

Say What?

Margaret Peterson Haddix

Sukie is worried -- her parents are acting strange. When she runs in the house, her dad asks, "If all your friends jumped off a bridge, would you jump off a bridge too?" When she eats peas with her fingers, Mom yells, "You'll put an eye out with that thing!" What is going on? Have her parents been replaced by aliens? Are they robots with broken circuits? She and her older brothers decide to investigate. And what they discover leads to a kids-against-parents WAR! This very funny book casts a new light on family rules.

Ethan Frome

Edith Wharton

"Ethan Frome" by Edith Wharton is a poignant exploration of isolation, duty, and unfulfilled desires set against the bleak backdrop of a New England winter. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of an unnamed narrator who becomes intrigued by the enigmatic figure of Ethan Frome, a man marked by physical and emotional scars. The story is set in the fictional town of Starkfield, Massachusetts, where the harsh winter mirrors the desolation in Ethan's life. Ethan is trapped in a loveless marriage with his sickly wife, Zeena, and burdened by the responsibilities of his failing farm. The arrival of Mattie Silver, Zeena's young cousin, brings a glimmer of hope and warmth into Ethan's life. As Ethan and Mattie grow closer, their mutual affection becomes a source of both joy and torment, as they are bound by societal and moral constraints. The tension culminates in a tragic "smash-up," leaving Ethan physically and emotionally crippled. Wharton's narrative delves into themes of duty versus desire, the effect of environment on the human spirit, and the tragic consequences of choices constrained by circumstance. Through vivid descriptions and a keen psychological insight, Wharton paints a haunting portrait of a man caught between the life he yearns for and the one he is forced to endure.

Luna's Wings of Wisdom

Modern Book Press, Cindi Wahl, Andre Wahl

Collect 10+ Stories in 1 Moral Stories Collection! EMPOWERING, ESSENTIAL CONCEPTS & FUN!Discover exciting adventures your kids will love with Luna the Wise Owl and Irene the Bunny as they teach memorable valuable moral lessons that will warm your heart.Join Luna the Wise Owl and her adventurous friend Irene the Bunny on a captivating journey through the enchanted forest. In this delightful tale, Luna shares her wisdom with Irene, teaching her that mistakes are not something to be feared, but rather, a natural part of life. Together, they embark on a quest filled with challenges and discoveries, where they learn the power of resilience, positive thinking, and the importance of seeking guidance from friends. Through their forest adventure, Luna and Irene show young readers the value of embracing mistakes as stepping stones to personal growth and self-discovery. This enchanting story encourages children to approach life's challenges with courage, curiosity, and a belief in their own abilities. Let Luna and Irene guide you on an inspiring journey of learning and renewal.Start a tradition of reading with these fun and lively children's picture books through familiar holiday themed books or role-play problem solving adventures and get inspired on ways of how to navigate communicating important moral concepts to your children at home or in the classroom! Discover the magic of Luna's Wings of Wisdom in this classic story for kids that blends STEAM concepts with adorable rhymes and vibrant colorful majestic-lighting illustrations!¿ Learn the power of resilience, positive thinking, and the importance of seeking guidance from friends, courage, curiosity, and to believe in yourself.Also in the Moral Stories Collection: ¿ Luna's Wings of Wisdom: Finding Joy in the Little Things ¿ Luna's Wings of Wisdom: Embracing Differences ¿ Luna's Wings of Wisdom: The Leprechaun's Lesson ¿ Luna's Wings of Wisdom: The Easter Bunny's Lesson¿ Luna's Wings of Wisdom: Overcoming Halloween Fears ¿

The Artist's Way: 30th Anniversary Edition

Julia Cameron (Author) Format: Paperback

"Without The Artist's Way, there would have been no Eat, Pray, Love.” —Elizabeth Gilbert A stunning gift edition of the powerful bestselling book on creativity. The Artist’s Way is one of the bestselling gift books of all time. Beautifully packaged with a slipcase and ribbon, this tenth anniversary gift edition is the ideal gift for loved ones engaged in creative lives.

Keep Calm!

Gina Bellisario, Renée Kurilla

"Keep Calm!" by Gina Bellisario and Renée Kurilla offers young readers practical strategies for navigating feelings of anxiety and stress. Through relatable scenarios and engaging illustrations, the book guides children in understanding their emotions and developing coping mechanisms. It provides accessible tools and simple techniques to help them manage worry and find moments of calm.

Adult children of emotionally immature parents

Lindsay C. Gibson, Marguerite Gavin, Gavin Marguerite

What happens when children are more mature than their parents? Growing up with an emotionally unavailable, immature, or selfish parent is painful, but rarely discussed. In this breakthrough book, clinical psychologist Lindsay C. Gibson exposes an often overlooked, yet extremely common syndrome that shapes the lives of so many people. Gibson also provides powerful skills to help the adult children of self-centered parents gain the insight they need to move on from feelings of loneliness and abandonment, and find healthy ways to meet their own emotional needs.