"The pirates on the Golden Duck are having a bout of bad luck. Then, Sam finds a bag of gold coins. At first, he wants to use all of it for himself, but instead decides to share the wealth and buy his friends what they need. Readers will love following this relatable character as he learns about the importance of sharing. This colorful book catches readers' attention with its whimsical illustrations and storyline, while imparting an important lesson...

"It's all hands on deck in this exciting book about the pirate crew of the Golden Duck. Captain Cod tells each crew member to work on a sail, but each time they do it alone, they fail. They realize that it's best to work together as a team. Teamwork is an important concept in sports, school, and outside of school. Readers will relate to these familiar and funny characters, allowing them to learn from their mistakes, and ultimately, their realization...

"Polly the parrot has a big problem--she has nowhere to sleep on the pirate ship. The next day, it's her turn as lookout, but she falls asleep on the job, which almost destroys the ship! Luckily, thanks to the pirates on board, they treat her with kindness and understanding instead of anger. This book is filled with colorful illustrations and manageable text to help readers follow the whimsical storyline. Readers will learn about the virtue of kindness...

Asked by their teacher to think about the things and people for which they are thankful, the first graders of the Robin Hill School take turns sharing their feelings, challenging young Reza to think of something original.

Join our favorite princess and her super hero companion as they explore the national parks and discover that the Great Outdoors hold a bounty of excitement and adventure!