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The think-ups

2022
To keep the boredom at bay while they are stuck inside on a rainy day, Kiki teaches her little sister how to summon all the wonderful creatures she can think up.
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Play

how it shapes the brain, opens the imagination, and invigorates the soul
Explores the psychological and physiological importance of play--purposeless, restorative activity--to the human mind and body, offering evidence that shows a person's level of play directly reflects his or her level of success in work and happiness in life.
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I am ogre it

"Izzie and her a new friend, an Ogre named Tim, plan an obstacle course to lure her brother Ollie away from his video game"--.
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Mi papa es magico

2009
A fun-loving father impresses his daughter who thinks he is a magical playmate.
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Let's play indoors!

fun crafts for children
2021
"Offers imaginative and resourceful ways to keep kids amused and inspired with games, crafts, and home-styled costumes inside the house. This book encourages children to take the lead in deciding how to spend their time and is a perfect companion for rainy days or periods spent offline. With simple instructions on how to make paper masks and hand-dyed clothing as well as tips on how to wow friends and family with a shadow puppet performance, 'Let's Play Indoors!' ensures that time spent inside is never wasted"--Provided by publisher.
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The world belonged to us

2022
"A group of kids celebrate the joy and freedom of summer on their Brooklyn block"--Provided by publisher.
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The friendly four

2022
"Drum is worried that summer will be a bummer until Dorene, Louis, and Rae enter his life unexpectedly. Together they embark on an unforgettable summer of discovery and creative play. With free-verse poetry perfect for reading aloud and inspired illustrations, this picture book by the legendary author/illustrator team follows four children as they explore the bonds of friendship, family, and community"--OCLC.
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Jip and Jam

2024
Simple text and illustrations tell the story of two pups, Jip and Jam, playing together.
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My day with dad

2023
A father and daughter spend a day together doing fun activities.
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Sammy in the spring

2018
Sammy the cat and his toy horse, Hob can find plenty of fun things to do now that spring has arrived.
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