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A boy named Benjamin enters a magical world. There he meets his best friend, a bear named Griff. Benjamin becomes lost and tries to make his way back to Griff. Along his journey, he meets new friends and learns some valuable lessons. "Just Pay It Forward." Caregivers, Teachers, and Parents have so much to teach to our children and sometimes we forget to discuss some important subjects in life such as paying it forward. This type of lesson involves kindness, how to treat others and helping others. Helping others does not only help the world become a better place but also it helps to build endorphins, which means it makes your brain create happy hormones! By learning the lessons taught in the book and following the examples, the reader will learn to lead and strive to help others in need and learn happiness. Another big lesson in the book has to do with bullying, and how to help others. A Step in the Magical Woodlands is not just a book full of valuable lessons. The book is an adventure, fun filled, heartwarming magical journey. A creative and beautiful dialogue with a satisfying storyline. "Just pay it forward, that means doing something for someone else because you care. Don't worry about paying me back. Pay someone else help that may need it. Just do it out of kindness," Griff said. "Well, I can do that! Buzz... Buzz... I will tell the forest and the land to help pay it forward as well! I will let them know of the kindness. Farewell," said the bumble bee. page 10 "This was no ordinary orangutan! This orangutan was singing and dancing! Not only was this orangutan dancing and singing, but this orangutan was also magic!" Page 20

Embark on an exciting adventure with The Chess Mountain Chronicles, an action-packed, mythologically rich fantasy series that grows with you. Starting with the award-winning middle-grade novel The Princess, the Knight, and the Lost God: A Chess Story, this saga takes you deep into the world of Chess Mountain, then to Earth and back again. As the series progresses, the reading level evolves into young adult clean fantasy that matures alongside its readers.Book 1: The Princess, the Knight, and the Lost God: A Chess StoryPerfect for fans of Percy Jackson books by Rick Riordan and Harry Potter.Princess Kassie-the daughter of Mars, the god of war, and the chess goddess Caïssa-has a mission on Earth that will shape the fate of two worlds. Mars places his trust in Maurice, a loyal knight, to guide Kassie through the trials ahead. As she navigates a bustling New York City school, she faces mysteries, danger, and startling revelations at every turn.Meanwhile, fallen chess lords, banished long ago from Chess Mountain, sense a vulnerable portal opening with Kassie's arrival-and they're ready to do whatever it takes to breach it and make their terrifying return.As Kassie forms connections with her classmates, a dark force conspires against her. Among the students is Hunter, a tough bully with a shadowy past, and a quiet boy, grappling with his own struggles, who unexpectedly becomes her ally. One teacher has an unsettling presence, while others, like her homeroom teacher and the leader of the chess club, offer crucial support-but no one can be trusted completely.When everything comes to a head, Kassie faces a moment of truth as time runs out. In an ultimate face-off, she must make a split-second decision that could change the fate of both Chess Mountain and Earth. The consequences are immense, and the clock is ticking-Kassie must rely on everything she's learned to make the right move.This modern adventure brings ancient chess mythology to life with jaw-dropping twists, unforgettable characters, and themes of mystery, bravery, and loyalty-perfect for middle schoolers and their families.Accolades: - Winner of the Kirkus Book Reviews 'Get It!' Award- First Place in both the American Writing Awards and the Children's Books International AwardsSeries Continuation: The adventure continues with more books in the series, including prequels that explore the rich legendary history of Mars and the chess goddess Caïssa, the creation of Chess Mountain, the break in trust, and further thrilling continuations that pick up where Book 1 ends. Each installment introduces new relationships and unexpected twists as characters face the consequences of their choices. Watch for these new books to launch later in 2025!Start this immersive journey today and grow alongside Kassie and the unforgettable characters of The Chess Mountain Chronicles. Buy now and enter the magic of Chess Mountain!

Add a dose of adventure to your free time with "Thar Be Puzzles," an award-winning pirate-themed activity book for adults. Thar be over 100 puzzles, including Sudoku, crosswords, word searches, mazes, and many more. Immerse yourself in the world of pirates with trivia, captivating images, and jokes while you tackle the puzzles. The pirate theme will transport you to a world of swashbuckling adventure, as you solve each puzzle and learn more about the history of pirates. The puzzles vary in difficulty, so whether you're a puzzle pro or just starting out, you'll find something to enjoy. This book is perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and pirate fans alike. So, set sail on a journey of adventure and fun with Thar Be Puzzles, the ultimate pirate-themed adult activity book.

In this exciting book, the Ninja Puppy family members find themselves in another messy situation when they come upon an elusive creature deep in the forest. At the time Ninja Puppy VS Bigfoot was written, Gunner was still totally fascinated with Ninjas but now, he had a new fascination with Bigfoot and many other mysterious creatures. Gunner would go on long hikes in the woods behind his home to search for traces of the elusive Bigfoot. His family even built him his very own Bigfoot hideout tree house on their land. So, Gunner used his knowledge of Bigfoot along with what he knows about feeling nervous around new friends and wrote Ninja Puppy VS Bigfoot. A special part of this book is where Gunner dedicated it to his tiny baby brother and got to share the news that he was finally going to be a big brother!Other books currently in this series include Ninja Puppy written in 2019, Ninja Puppy and the Donut Avalanche written in 2020, and Ninja Puppy in China written in 2022. Gunner J Duck lives with his family in Northwest Arkansas where he enjoys all that life in the Ozarks has to offer. Gunner has always been known throughout his school as being a very precocious reader and a creative artist and storyteller. He was reading books at age 3 and by the time he entered kindergarten, he was reading chapter books, and testing well above his own grade level in all areas. In 2019, at age 5, Gunner's kindergarten teacher suggested that he enter a statewide book writing contest. Gunner wrote his first book titled Ninja Puppy, which won first place in the PBS Kids Writers Contest in Arkansas. He enjoyed writing his first book so much that he decided to work on his very own series. Altogether, his books have won awards in 7 different PBS Kids Writer's Contests to date. Gunner's stories are in many ways, a representation of his life and of the experiences he has had. He hopes that through his books, he can inspire children everywhere to read, imagine, set goals and work hard to reach them, be kind, and have self-control.

At the time Ninja Puppy and the Donut Avalanche was written, Gunner had been having some trouble using self-control at school. In fact, social settings often made Gunner feel nervous and act really silly. One day at school, when he was in the first grade, Gunner got into trouble for being silly in the lunchroom and not listening to the teacher when she told him to stop. He was sent home from school that day as part of his punishment. His mom and dad told him to make good use of his time at home so, that was the day Gunner wrote Ninja Puppy and the Donut Avalanche which is an adorable story about the Ninja family having a little too much fun in the donut shop and making a pretty big mess. The best part is that Gunner completed his second story with a special lesson about using mindfulness to have self-control. Other books currently in this series include Ninja Puppy written in 2019, Ninja Puppy VS Bigfoot written in 2021, and Ninja Puppy in China written in 2022. Gunner J Duck lives with his family in Northwest Arkansas where he enjoys all that life in the Ozarks has to offer. Gunner has always been known throughout his school as being a very precocious reader and a creative artist and storyteller. He was reading books at age 3 and by the time he entered kindergarten, he was reading chapter books, and testing well above his own grade level in all areas. In 2019, at age 5, Gunner's kindergarten teacher suggested that he enter a statewide book writing contest. Gunner wrote his first book titled Ninja Puppy, which won first place in the PBS Kids Writers Contest in Arkansas. He enjoyed writing his first book so much that he decided to work on his very own series. Altogether, his books have won awards in 7 different PBS Kids Writer's Contests to date. Gunner's stories are in many ways, a representation of his life and of the experiences he has had. He hopes that through his books, he can inspire children everywhere to read, imagine, set goals and work hard to reach them, be kind, and have self-control.

In this first book of the Ninja Puppy Series, Ninja puppy embarks on a wonderful path with some very special people who come together to form a very happy Ninja Family. At the time Ninja Puppy was written, 5-year-old Gunner had been asking to be a big brother for quite a while. His family had some trouble with growing, and in an attempt to help Gunner feel like he had a friend at home, his parents got him a rowdy, little, black, standard poodle. That, along with Gunner's fascination with Ninjas and his talent for storytelling and art, resulted in Ninja Puppy. Other books currently in this series include Ninja Puppy and the Donut Avalanche written in 2020, Ninja Puppy VS Bigfoot written in 2021, and Ninja Puppy in China written in 2022. Gunner J Duck lives with his family in Northwest Arkansas where he enjoys all that life in the Ozarks has to offer. Gunner has always been known throughout his school as being a very precocious reader and a creative artist and storyteller. He was reading books at age 3 and by the time he entered kindergarten, he was reading chapter books, and testing well above his own grade level in all areas. In 2019, at age 5, Gunner's kindergarten teacher suggested that he enter a statewide book writing contest. Gunner wrote his first book titled Ninja Puppy, which won first place in the PBS Kids Writers Contest in Arkansas. He enjoyed writing his first book so much that he decided to work on his very own series. Altogether, his books have won awards in 7 different PBS Kids Writer's Contests to date. Gunner's stories are in many ways, a representation of his life and of the experiences he has had. He hopes that through his books, he can inspire children everywhere to read, imagine, set goals and work hard to reach them, be kind, and have self-control.

Broke and unemployed, Jason "J.D." Donovan finds unexpected financial salvation when he encounters a mysterious door-to-door salesman. But the old adage is right: if something seems too good to be true, it probably is, and J.D. soon has to choose between being able to pay his bills and saving the people he loves.

This poetry book supports anyone who is grieving to feel connected and acknowledges the complex experience of grief.

A story of a special star. One day, Alabar the dog bites the Christmas tree and sends Sparkly Mr. Star tumbling out of the house and on to an epic journey. What adventures await out in the big, bright world? A heart warming and enchanting tale that will become a family favorite! This is a Christmas story every child will love.

Familia Kitchen Cookbook is a celebration of Latin American recipes.