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Chris Tetreault-Blay's It's a Long Way to the Moon is a heartwarming, inspirational rhyming book that follows the exploits of a moth with just one dream - to fly to the moon. Along with help from some lovable animal friends, he discovers an easier way to accomplish his goal, and invites children along for the ride. Taking its cues from the works of such greats as Julia Donaldson and Eric Carle, Tetreault-Blay's creation is set to become a classic in itself.

Why can't bees work quietly? Is there a reason for the bees to buzz so noisily? Learn about the work of the humble bee in this book.

A tale of sadness and classist despair! If stranded on a log, with death facing us soon...how would we emotionally react? Would we put aside petty differences, or neurotically go down in a churlish way?! This short story themes itself on class differences, and what would really distract us from status-lust, presupposing anything ever could. Odious insects serve as metaphors for catty society and status-longing, and also status-regret. What do we do when confronted with someone of higher intelligence and higher status in society?

Bugs That Love!: The Amazing Western Conifer Seed Bug (& Shield Bugs Too!) is a wonderful and special book for middle-grade listeners, eight to 12 years old, and everyone who is young at heart, still exploring and learning! It educates both children and adults in a fun way with facts and stories about these delightful little creatures and reveals the great secret discovery that these bugs in fact do love! This book gives us a closer look at an overlooked species, the Western conifer seed bug, that has not been talked about, studied, or explored enough.

An encouraging, adorable, and motivational tale about being true to one's feelings! Perfect for bedtime listening with children! Bert has been keeping a secret inside for a very long time...he doesn't know how to tell his friends about it, so it has become his little secret. He doesn't know what to do about it, and nothing gets better until a friend sits with him and lets him tell her everything.

Camille, chenille plutôt dodue, grignote, avec ses sœurs, des feuilles croquantes du matin au soir. Un jour, elle s'endort et rêve qu'elle s'envole. À son réveil pourtant, elle n'est toujours qu'une petite chenille...

Un beau jour, Loulou le pou tombe de la chère tête blonde qui joue dans le jardin. Il ramasse ses petites affaires et son parapluie qui le protège des shampooings piquants, puis il cherche une nouvelle maison moins remuante.

La petite Marguerite sait bien qu'un jour elle sera la reine des abeilles. Mais, recluse au palais, elle se sent seule, et triste de ne pouvoir courir ou butiner avec les autres, dont elle envie la liberté et la joie de vivre. Tout le contraire de sa cousine Huguette la guêpe qui, perfide et jalouse, lui joue de bien mauvais tours ! Un soir, elle l'attire au fin fond du jardin, non loin d'une mare, alors que Marguerite ne sait pas nager ! Mais, grâce à Louis le papillon de nuit, peu à peu c'est un monde inconnu qui s'ouvre ainsi à la petite reine.

In this new and exciting tale, author Tiffany Monique Crosley uses rhyme and rhythm to convey the miracle of God's act of creation. From the creation of spiders and butterflies to ants and bumblebees, children will learn the miracle-working power of God. This lilting adventure is written to the tune of “Bingo: B-I-N-G-O” and is sure to minister to children of all ages as they learn about the creation of God's Little Bug Garden.

Easy language learning for kids and toddlers with a life lesson about value and friendship! The first of the Zulu series, Zulu the Pupa tells the tale of a young dung beetle who doesn’t believe his purpose is special. Zulu compares himself to the ants, crickets, ladybugs, fireflies, and butterflies, believing they are better than him. But it doesn’t work, because Zulu wasn’t created to be anyone else but himself. Join Zulu the Pupa as he journeys through self-acceptance and transformation!

There are so many ways to spend a cool fall day. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar and explore everything the season has to offer! Celebrate fall with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and his friends in this exploration of the season. Young listeners can learn all about seasonal sensory experiences, like looking at the leaves as they change color, listening to the whooshing wind, feeling the warmth of a warm cozy sweater, and so much more!

Following an untimely visit from her neighbors, in a fit of frustration, Mrs. L. Bug decides she needs to arrange a move. However, the move isn’t for herself but for the Ant Family. As Lady begins to formulate her plan, she realizes she doesn’t know where ants live and so begins her journey to find an ant house. This lovely story will have children singing along, learning a little about busy ants, and finally discovering friendship.

Harvard is used to his father coming home from the hospital and telling him about all the babies he helped. But since he made the mistake at work, Dad has been quieter than usual. And now he is taking Harvard and his little brother, Roger, to Kettle Hole, Maine, for the summer. Harvard hopes this trip isn’t another mistake.

There is a great commotion in the beehive. The bees are cramped, they can’t play games, and after many complex calculations, it seems there is one bee too many! Who was it? Was she eating their honey? Could they identify her buzz? And once they did, what would they do with her?

It’s a nice spring day outside, but Harry can’t go anywhere because there is a terrible virus called COVID-19 spreading in his community. Everyone in Melbourne, Australia, has to stay home, Harry included, which makes him feel lonely - until he sees a little housefly walking around on his coffee table. This little housefly becomes Harry’s friend as they enjoy a snack together, take a nap, and even dance to music. Harry doesn’t feel so lonely anymore, and the little housefly seems to enjoy flying around Harry’s house and having fun.

Mireille l'abeille travaille beaucoup pour faire des pots de miel et des bonbons dorés. Mais un jour, ses pots disparaissent. Après avoir cherché partout, elle rentre chez elle et trouve dans son lit un nain endormi.

Au retour des beaux jours, on peut voir Huguette la guêpe piquer droit dans les assiettes pour se goinfrer de glace chantilly et de limonade. On se demande comment elle peut garder une taille aussi fine. Mireille l'abeille, qui meurt d'envie de connaître son secret, l'invite à partager ses provisions.

Belle la coccinelle est belle comme une fleur et plus sage qu'une image. Un jour, elle se pose par mégarde sur le nez d'une sorcière qui lui jette un mauvais sort. Elle devient la plus vilaine et la plus méchante demoiselle du jardin.

Siméon aime la compagnie des fleurs et vole de l'une à l'autre. Cependant, un matin, les fleurs ne veulent pas s'ouvrir. Siméon part faire son enquête et apprend qu'un mystérieux papillon de nuit donne des bals en jouant de la trompette.

In a future shaken by climate disasters, Yolanda Cicerón knows that nature is something to be feared. While life in the Valley is brutal and harsh, Yoly dreams of leaving her farm to live in Silo—the most advanced town for miles around. But first, Yoly will need to prove she belongs in a place where only the smartest and most useful are welcomed.