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Through his imaginative journey, Alexander discovers how great men become heroes: a tough president has a soft spot for nature, a proud warrior is also the most peaceful, and sometimes, being brave about what makes you different will not only help you break records, but inspire others.

One cold morning, a lonely boy wishes for something to do. Then someone comes to play who knows what winter is all about.

"When a boy can't find his favorite stuffed bunny, he heads into the woods to find it" -- Provided by publisher.

Robert celebrates his birthday with something special.

Throughout his day, a young boy thinks of his father who is working in the coal mine that is located underneath the ocean.

In the winter Henry and his big dog Mudge play in the snow, share a family Christmas dinner, and gather around a crackling winter fireplace.

When a young boy, who is being teased for looking different, asks his mother why he cannot be more like everyone else, she helps him see how beautiful being different can be. "A timely book about how it feels to be teased and taunted, and how each of us is sweet and lovely and delicious on the inside, no matter how we look. The boy is teased for looking different than the other kids. His skin is darker, his hair curlier. He tells his mother he wishes...

Anton and Luke are always trying to outdo each other.

Eliot's grandfather, El Capitán, has retired from the sea, and after listening to his grandfather's stories, Eliot is ready for an adventure--so they set out together to find one they can share.

By blocking a leaking hole in the dike, a young boy saves his town from destruction.