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Browse the children's literature titles that are currently being offered by Sweetie's Books. Keep in mind that all books may be purchased through Sweetie's Books, usually at a discount, but may also be purchased through most major bookstores (i.e., Barnes & Noble, Walden Books, Amazon.com, etc.) and distributors.
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
All About Aisha
Author:  Dyahnne Alston
In this second book of the series, Sweetie and her best friend Aisha want to have a sleep-over.  But because Aisha is a foster child, it's not as simple as it seems.  See how Sweetie's and her parents learn what life can be like for Aisha and other foster children.  Recommended Ages:  6-11  Pages:  44  Price:  $12.95    eBook Price:  6.95
 
Teaching Moments:  Learn to keep a daily journal; Vocabulary words for each age. 
 
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Brown Little Babies
Author:  Evelyn Gresham
Enjoy faces filled with wonder and poems filled with joy! This book is a tribute to all African American babies through poetry and baby pictures.

Recommended Ages:  Pre-school, 0-99   Pages:  42  Price:  $20.99
 
Teaching Moments:  Infants learn to recognize facial features and expressions.  Poetry is very easy to read for beginners. 
 
 
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Christmas Without Santa:  The Reason for the Season
Author:  Deborah Cornin
What is Christmas really about?  Is it Santa Claus or Jesus Christ?  Share one little boys struggle as he searches to find the reason for the season.  This beautiful picture book is illustrated with pictures of the author's Playscale one-of-a-kind dolls depicting traditional holiday scenes.
 
Re commended Ages:  4-8, Pages 20  Price:  12.95
 
Teaching Moments:  Sparks discussions on why we celebrate Christmas.  Children may investigate the origin of Santa Claus and the reason why gifts are given at Christmas.
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Doll at the Christmas Bazaar
Author:  Rochelle O'Neal Thorpe
 
(Based on a true story.)  At the church bazaar, a little girl longs for the beautiful doll with lace and pearls.  She knows that her Mom cannot afford to get it for her, so she sits and watches as everyone else gets their Christmas wish.  This story will touch your heart and make you believe in Christmas miracles.
 
Re commended Ages:  4-8, Pages 24  Price:  12.95
 
Teaching Moments:  Children may write stories about their own Christmas wishes or any time that they received something that they didn't think they would.
 
 
 

 
 
Gabe and the Bike
Author:  Rochelle O'Neal Thorpe
Share the adventure as Gabe and his Mom go for a bike ride along the Minuteman Trail that connects Cambridge, Massachusetts with Lexington and Bedford.  So much to see and do along the way!
 
Recommended Ages:  Pre-school, 2-5   Price:  $9.95
 
Teaching Moments:  Inspire parents of toddlers and pre-schoolers to take their child on an adventure of their own.

 

 
 
Kat's RED Ball
Author:  Berry Holly
For Early Readers, this book follows the adventures of a dog named Kat as she attempts to find her prized possession, her red ball.  This illustrations are beautiful and Kat is sure to delight very young readers.
 
Re commended Ages:  2-5, Pages 16  Price:  8.95
 
Teaching Moments:  Perfect for teaching sight words.  The words RED and BALL appear on almost every page.
 
 
 
 
 

 Last Night I Dreamt I Was a Doctor
Help your children begin dreaming about all the possibilities that life has to offer. The books in the Last Night I Dreamt series have colorful pictures and are written in an enjoyable, rhythmic style. This special book follows a boy and a girl as they help their patients with a bruised knee, the flu, eating vegetables, and getting a check-up.
Recommended Ages:  Pre-school, 0-7, Pages:  24   Price:  $8.95

 
Teaching Moments:   There are two activity pages at the end of each book to encourage further dialog between teacher or parent and child
 
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 Last Night I Dreamt I Was a Musician
Help your children begin dreaming about all the possibilities that life has to offer. The books in the Last Night I Dreamt series have colorful pictures and are written in an enjoyable, rhythmic style. This joyful book follows a boy and a girl as they discover the violin, cello, piano, and flute.
Recommended Ages:  Pre-school, 0-7, Pages: 24   Price:  $8.95

 Teaching Moments:   There are two activity pages at the end of each book to encourage further dialog between teacher or parent and child
 
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 Last Night I Dreamt I Was a Teacher
Help your children begin dreaming about all the possibilities that life has to offer. The books in the Last Night I Dreamt series have colorful pictures and are written in an enjoyable, rhythmic style. This cheerful book follows a boy and a girl as they teach children their ABCs, have story time, sing songs, and go on field trips.
Recommended Ages:  Pre-school, 0-7, Pages: 24   Price:  $8.95
 
Teaching Moments:   There are two activity pages at the end of each book to encourage further dialog between teacher or parent and child
 
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Last Night I Dreamt Set
Help your children begin dreaming about all the possibilities that life has to offer. The books in the Last Night I Dreamt series have colorful pictures and are written in an enjoyable, rhythmic style. Each book follows a boy and girl as they discover what it's like to be a doctor, teacher, or musician.
 
Recommended Ages:  Pre-school, 0-7   Price:  $26.85
 
Teaching Moments:   There are two activity pages at the end of each book to encourage further dialog between teacher or parent and child
 
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Sweetie's Place:  A Moving Adventure
Author:  Dyahnne Alston
 
In this first book of the series, Sweetie's family is relocating from their home in North Carolina to New York.  At first, Sweetie is very excited about the move, but as time goes on, she starts to realize what and whom she's leaving behind.  Recommended Ages:  6-11  Pages:  44  Price:  $12.95    eBook Price:  6.95
 
Teaching Moments:  Using the internet to learn about other cities; Art project - create a memories box; Use the address book to collect street and e-mail addresses from friends and family; Learn to blog or e-mail; Vocabulary words for each age. Coloring pages and crossword puzzle available.  Contact us for lesson plans.
 
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