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Henna hands should be for everyone and Ravi can't wait to design his very own A vibrant picture book celebrating family, community and culture. 'Do henna hands last forever' asked Ravi. 'After a while it fades then disappears, ' replied Madam-Mehndi. 'But special henna hands never really go. They stay right here' she said pointing to Ravi's heart. 'They're chosen out of love and no-one forgets the ones they love.' It's the day before Ruhi's mehndi party and there is so much to prepare. Her lengha has been tailored, the guests have been invited. All her little brother Ravi wants to do is help her get ready for the big day. But 'mehndi and henna hands are not for boys.' Spend the day with Ravi as he helps make the henna paste, decorate the home and dreams of his very own henna hands.

When one toddler in a childcare setting takes all the toy animals for herself, she discovers that monopolizing all the toys can be a bit lonely. Will offering one of the animals to another child help bridge the gap? In this gentle exploration of early friendship, toddlers will recognize the tension between wanting everything to be “mine!” and the desire to connect with other children.

Motivated by new undies and Daddy’s support, a relatable toddler adorably navigates the excitement and challenges of learning to use the potty. Age-appropriate language and engaging illustrations make this simple and sweet story a perfect potty training support for little ones.

"This board book is perfect for little ones who are just learning how to interact with others . . . Soft backgrounds illuminate the story, whose diverse cast makes these lessons accessible to all" - Foreword Indies When one toddler at daycare takes all the toy animals, she soon discovers that keeping everything to herself can feel a bit lonely. Can sharing with others help her make new friends? This playful, relatable story helps little ones navigate the ups and downs of sharing. Bilingual Spanish edition. Introduces themes of sharing, empathy, and early friendships Features a relatable childcare setting and a diverse group of toddlers Part of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

"Empowering and entertaining for those learning to 'go'" - Kirkus Reviews Motivated by brand-new undies and Daddy's encouragement, a determined toddler embarks on the potty training journey. With relatable challenges and big triumphs, this adorable story helps little ones feel excited and supported as they reach this important milestone. Bilingual Spanish edition. Introduces the basics of potty training in an engaging, toddler-friendly way Promotes confidence and pride in moments of progress Part of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

Margaret Wise Brown Board Book List (Bank Street College of Education)A funny and heartwarming story about trying new foods! A young child helps his Mum and Mama prepare a green vegetable soup, but when it’s time to eat, he refuses to try it. After seeing his parents enjoy the meal, he finally decides to give it a taste - and discovers he likes it after all! This playful story, full of humor and sound effects, offers a positive approach to handling food reluctance. Encourages trying new foods with a fun, relatable story Highlights the supportive role of parents in mealtime experiences Part of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

Introducing new foods to a skeptical child, an issue faced by most every parent, is joyously tackled in this bilingual board book . . . This book is a welcome addition to any library, especially those seeking to expand bilingual shelves. - School Library JournalJoining the Feelings & First series: a young child helps his Mum and Mama cook a green vegetable soup, but then emphatically refuses to eat it. After carefully watching his parents enjoying the meal, the child finally agrees to taste it and discovers that he likes it after all! Full of humor and sound effects, this adorable and relatable tale offers a positive model for handling food reluctance.

“Pitch perfect for an audience of children who want to be self-reliant and have the stubbornness to prove it!” – School Library Journal A determined toddler sets out to get ready all by herself - but from putting on clothes to fixing her hair, nothing seems to go as planned. When her big sister needs a hand, she realizes they can help each other and make mornings a little easier. This humorous, heartwarming story perfectly captures a toddler’s drive for independence. Explores themes of autonomy, frustration, and teamwork Features a relatable family setting and sibling dynamics Part of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

"Pitch perfect for an audience of children who want to be self-reliant and have the stubbornness to prove it!" - School Library Journal Joining the Feelings & Firsts series: a toddler humorously asserts her independence while getting ready in the morning, only to be met with one frustration after another. When she finds an opportunity to help her big sister get dressed, she accepts that they can help each other. Adults and young children alike will delight in this young child's relatable drive for autonomy. Also available in bilingual Spanish.