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God bless my mommy / by Sweeney, Samantha.; Braun, Sebastien.;
In this inspirational celebration of the love between a mother and her child, the baby bear calls upon God to bless Mommy every day. Mommy holds her baby bear close and offers protection with her strong arms. The two spend the day laughing and playing together, admiring the beautiful flowers in the field, and exploring new places. Mommy is always there to encourage her cub to be brave, and her cub sees how gentle and loving Mommy is to all those around her. The baby bear asks God for His protection for Mommy as she is the little bear's guiding star.
Subjects: Board books.; Stories in rhyme.; Christian fiction.; Animal fiction.; Mother and child; Bears;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Bitsy bat, school star / by Windness, Kaz,1974-;
The only bat at her new school, Bitsy does not feel like she fits in, but after some encouragement, Bitsy learns that everyone shines differently.Ages 4-8.
Subjects: Picture books.; Individuality; Schools; Bats;
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The story of Hanukkah / by Linde, Barbara M.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Long, long ago -- The people fight back -- The miracle of the oil -- Special days -- Lighting the menorah -- Traditional foods -- The dreidel game -- Giving and getting gifts -- Happy Hanukkah!"Even the smallest Jewish children know the amazing story of the oil that didn't run out for 8 days and nights! This is the story of Hanukkah, a beautiful tale of rededicating a temple and the unity of a people against adversity. This text inspires readers as well as explains the history of a holiday important to as many as 15 million people on Earth who identify as part of the Jewish faith. Encouraging cultural understanding and exploration, the main content is written with beginning readers in mind"--Provided by publisher.Levels: GR: J; DRA: 18.LSC
Subjects: Hanukkah; Hanukah; Channukah; Fasts and feasts—Judaism;
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The train / by Callaghan, Jodie,1984-; Lesley, Georgia.;
Author Jodie Callaghan worked as a journalist at the time of the Canadian government's apology for the residential school system. She took inspiration for this book from her conversations with survivors--including her own grandmother's experience at Indian day school, and memories shared with her by a man she interviewed by the train tracks that transported children to residential school in Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia. Jodie's story for The Train was first recognized as the winner of the Mi'gmaq Writer's Award in 2009, a contest organized by the Mi'gmawei Mawiomi Secretariat to encourage and develop Mi'gmaq storytellers.LSC
Subjects: Grandparent and child; Separation (Psychology); Off-reservation boarding schools; Indians of North America; Railroad trains;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Little Man Tate. by Foster, Jodie,film director.; Hann-Byrd, Adam,actor.; Wiest, Dianne,actor.; Foster, Jodie,actor.; MGM (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Adam Hann-Byrd, Dianne Wiest, Jodie FosterOriginally produced by MGM in 1991.Jodie Foster makes her directorial debut and stars in this life-affirming drama. Fred Tate (Adam Hann-Byrd) is a gifted pianist, a math genius, an incredible artist...and he’s only seven years old. But shunned by his peers, Fred feels lost. Eager to encourage his potential, his single mom Dede (Foster) enrolls Fred in a school for exceptional children. But, immersed in academia, he’s more isolated and alone than ever. And it’s up to Dede to be what Fred’s been looking for all along...a Mom.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Drama.; Motion pictures.;
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Get the giggles : an invisible things book / by Pizza, Andy J.; Miller, Sophie(Artist);
"When you feel fed up, how do you lift your mood? Laugh out loud as you turn the pages to see how funny pretend laughter can be! With this book in hand, take a moment to be silly, boost your mood, and experience joy and connection through laughter. Invisible Things introduced the wonderful concept of exploring the invisible things that make up the human experience, encouraging us to look past the visible and connect with the things that are not seen. This inviting board book brings the idea into an interactive format, offering kids a fun and engaging way to learn about their emotions"--
Subjects: Toy and movable books.; Board books.; Laughter; Emotions;
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Seeing the supernatural : investigating angels, demons, mystical dreams, near-death encounters, and other mysteries of the unseen world / by Strobel, Lee,1952-author.;
Includes bibliographical references."Discover solid biblical answers to the provocative questions you have been asking about the supernatural world-healings, angels, demons, mystical dreams, near-death experiences, heaven, hell, and more-through the investigative work of a former spiritual skeptic. We hear stories all the time about the supernatural-miraculous healings, unexplained sightings, near-death experiences-but how do we know what is real? Are rumors of spiritual beings, healings, and prophetic dreams dangerous deceptions, or is there something important for us to explore? Join investigative journalist and former atheist Lee Strobel as he examines the evidence and considers how we should think about the unseen world-and the God who made and rules over it. As the bestselling author of the popular Case For series, which has sold millions of copies, Lee Strobel has interviewed some of the most brilliant scientists and philosophical thinkers in the world on topics of apologetics and faith. In Seeing the Supernatural, Lee weaves together his best material from several previous books with dynamic new and never-published interviews to investigate what the Bible really teaches about the unseen world. As he asks scholars the very questions you have about otherworldly experiences, Lee will help you: Better understand how God chooses to work in the fascinating supernatural realm-and why it is important Avoid common mistakes people make, including both ignoring the supernatural and becoming obsessed with it. Have answers ready for when you face objections or deceptions that are common in a world of supernatural counterfeits. Draw closer to God as you catch glimpses of his power and glory in ways you don't typically experience Written for skeptics and believers alike, Seeing the Supernatural is a transformative exploration of how the supernatural can shape our understanding of God's character and our own faith"--
Subjects: Powers (Christian theology); Spirits.; Supernatural (Theology);
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Opposites : a question-and-answer book / by Dafflon, Adèle.; Workman Publishing Company.;
"Strengthen your toddler's pre-math skills and vocabulary with this fun and engaging introduction to the concept of opposites, featuring 10 foundational opposite pairs. My First Brain Quest: Opposites introduces the concept of opposites, a foundational pre-math observation skill, through ten visually engaging scenes depicting common opposite pairs-up and down, hot and cold, awake and asleep, wet and dry. Smart, colorful, grounded in educational principles and defined by Brain Quest's signature question-and-answer format, each spread features two illustrations that present the opposite pairs in context while encouraging conversation and observation"--
Subjects: Board books.; English language; Polarity; Questions and answers;
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Zoboomafoo. [videorecording (DVD)] / by Kratt, Chris.; Kratt, Martin.; Cookie Jar Entertainment.; PBS Kids (Firm); Sony Wonder (Firm); Vivendi Entertainment Canada.;
Hip, Hop, Skip and think -- Special buddies.Hosts: Chris and Martin Kratt.Chris and Martin Kratt meet their friend Zoboomafoo (a talking Sifaka Lemur from Madagascar) at the Animal Junction, a place where various other animals like to come and hang out. Together they introduce young viewers to the animal world through songs, video clips, and several forms of animation. 'Zoboo' also tells stories about his imaginary world of 'Zobooland', and a little girl named Jackie and the "Animal Helpers" provide short reports on ways people interact with animals. Through education, this upbeat show encourages kids to "Make an animal friend today!"G.DVD ; full screen presentation.
Subjects: Animals; Children's television programs.; Video recordings for children.;
© c2007., Cookie Jar Entertainment ; : Distributed by Vivendi Entertainment Canada,
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The marriage act : a novel / by Marrs, John(Freelance journalist),author.;
What if marriage was the law? Dare you disobey? Britain. The near-future. A right-wing government believes it has the answer to society's ills the Sanctity of Marriage Act, which actively encourages marriage as the norm, punishing those who choose to remain single. But four couples are about to discover just how impossible relationships can be when the government is monitoring every aspect of our personal lives, monitoring every word, every minor disagreement ... and will use every tool in its arsenal to ensure everyone will love, honour and obey.
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Dystopian fiction.; Novels.; Electronic surveillance; Interpersonal relations; Marriage;
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