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  • You Can Go to the Potty

    William Sears MD FRCP, Martha Sears RN, Christie Watts Kelly, Renee Andriani

    Hardcover (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, Sept. 1, 2002)
    You Can Go to the Potty clearly introduces the basic steps of toilet learning in a natural, non-pressured way. Written by the authors of the acclaimed Sears Parenting Library, it features reassuring text and lively, full-color illustrations.
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  • What Baby Needs

    William Sears MD FRCP, Martha Sears RN, Christie Watts Kelly, Renee Andriani

    Hardcover (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, Sept. 1, 2001)
    When a family brings a new baby home, there are many changes. Older siblings may find it hard to understand the needs of the new baby, as well as the demands placed on mom and dad. Based on the attachment-parenting theories of the foremost authorities on parenting and childcare, William Sears, M.D., and Martha Sears, R.N., this book clearly explains baby's needs. The text emphasizes how siblings can be helpers to both baby and parents, while forging their own relationships with "their baby," and outlines the positive aspects of being an older girl or boy. Here is a warm, insightful book that will help the whole family joyously and lovingly welcome the newest member into their lives.
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  • Eat Healthy, Feel Great

    William Sears MD FRCP, Martha Sears RN, Christie Watts Kelly, Renee Andriani

    Hardcover (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, Sept. 1, 2002)
    From the creators of the acclaimed Sears Parenting Library comes a handbook that gives kids the tools to make their own wise food choices. Includes quick and easy recipes. Full color.
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  • Amira's Totally Chocolate World

    J. Samia Mair

    Hardcover (Hijaz, May 1, 2010)
    Amira loves chocolate so much that every night before she goes to sleep, she asks God to make everything chocolate. On Eid ul-Fitr, she wakes up to find a totally chocolate world! At first she loves her new world, but when she discovers that she misses all the beautiful colors in nature, she realizes that God, the Creator, knows best. Chocolate: it’s undeniably irresistible, and in one form or another, adored by many. If you appreciate the value of chocolate, then join Amira in her totally chocolate world. J. Samia Mair is a freelance writer whose work has been published in magazines, books, and scientific journals. She writes in several genres, including children’s fiction, short stories, essays, book reviews, scientific articles, and poetry. Prior to her current work, Mair was on the faculty of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She also practiced law for over eight years.
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  • Islam for Children

    Ahmad Von Denffer

    Paperback (The Islamic Foundation, Aug. 1, 2011)
    This popular classic is a must for all Muslim children, parents, and teachers. It covers the lives of the Prophets, faith, prayer, fasting, charity, pilgrimage, morals, and manners. Learning by doing is emphasized, with plenty of fun things to do for kids 6-12 years: picture puzzles, crossword puzzles, games, coloring, and crafts, making learning about Islam enjoyable and educational. Originally published in Germany, it has already been used successfully in both Muslim homes and weekend classes. The English version has been revised and carries new illustrations.Ahmad Von Denffer was born in Germany in 1949. He studied Islamics and Social Anthropology at the Universty of Mainz, where he also attended additional courses in the Department of Missiology. His special interests include Christian-Muslim relations. He has made a number of contributions to scholarly journals and has several publications to his credit. He joined the Islamic Foundation as Research Fellow in 1978 and is presently working with the Islamic Centre, Munich.
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  • Snuffles Makes a Friend

    Mary Ellen Donovan, Caroline Anstey

    Hardcover (Candlewick, Oct. 1, 1995)
    Snuffles the bear coaxes her bashful neighbor to come out of her shell and become friends with the other animals by meeting them one at a time
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  • Hound of the Baskervilles

    Arthur Conan, Sir Doyle

    Paperback (Parragon Plus, )
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  • Little Women

    Louisa May Alcott

    Hardcover (Gramercy, Sept. 3, 2002)
    As part of the wonderful Collector's Library Series, Little Women is one of the best-loved children's classics of all time. This attractive volume contains the complete and unabridged story with 8 full color illustrations, plus numerous black & white illustrations throughout. The deluxe edition features a full piece cloth case, a four color illustrated onlay on the front cover, foil stamping on front and spine, stained edges on three sides, printed endpapers with book plate, and a satin ribbon marker. This book should have an honored place in any child's library.
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  • Myths and Mythology

    Anthony Horowitz

    Hardcover (Simon & Schuster, )
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  • Black Beauty

    Anna Sewell, Lucy Kemp-Welch

    Hardcover (Gramercy, Sept. 3, 2002)
    As part of the wonderful Collector's Library Series, Black Beauty is one of the best is one of the best-loved classics of all time. This attractive volume contains the complete and unabridged story with 12 full color illustrations, plus numerous black & white illustrations throughout. The deluxe edition features a full piece cloth case, a four color illustrated onlay on the front cover, foil stamping on front and spine, stained edges on three sides, printed endpapers with book plate, and a satin ribbon marker. This book should have an honored place in any child's library.
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  • Natural wonders

    Edwin Tenney Brewster

    Unknown Binding (Nelson Doubleday, inc, )
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  • The Brave Boy

    M S Kayani

    Paperback (Islamic Foundation, July 1, 2007)
    These stories are taken from the childhood and youth of the Caliph Ali, one of the Prophet Muhammad's Companions.
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