Hello Lighthouse is a pretty little picture book with a very nautical feel. I read it in e-book format, but I suspect that the physical versions are tall and narrow, reflecting the shape of a lighthouse. When conflict comes to Iraq, librarian Alia Muhammad Baker's biggest fear is for the safety of her beloved library and the treasured books within it. With the help of her community, Alia bravely transports the books to her own home, risking her safety to save much of the library's collection from imminent destruction. The 30-year-old from Truro in Cornwall has spent the past 18 months helping to maintain the nation’s lighthouses, and documenting a job that often provides spectacular views.

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A mouse inadvertently gets trapped by a lion, but instead of becoming a meal, the mouse is graciously set free. When hunters trap the lion, the mouse takes the opportunity to repay the lion's kindness. The brave mouse gnaws through the rope, freeing the lion and showing that no act of kindness, however small, is ever wasted.MARY FELLOWS: There are cutaways of the lighthouse so we can see the interior. There are these wonderful uses of swooping and swirling seagulls and crashing waves and Northern Lights. And it's a feast of color.

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FELLOWS: And over hours and hours and hours, we talk. But it also becomes a process of embracing new loves during the course of this discussion and, sometimes a little regretfully, letting go of old loves that we have.Families and the school partner together in learning about the 7 Habits and leadership principles through effective communication and mutual respect. NEARY: The Caldecott, along with the Newbery Medal, which is given for the most outstanding contribution to children's literature, is highly anticipated by the entire children's book industry, but none more so than the writers. This year's Newbery Medal winner, Meg Medina, author of "Merci Suarez Changes Gears," thought she might hear some news about the award last night. Common Sense is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century. Lighthouse Certification is a highly regarded standard of achievement that is attainable by every Leader in Me School.

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Education Shed Ltd, Severn House, Severn Bridge, Riverside North, Bewdley, Worcestershire, UK, DY12 1AB This activity encourages your class to look at the lighthouse in depth and begin to recognise the different parts. The resource is differentiated to give you the option to start at different points with the children in your class. This is a lovely creative writing resource that encourages your class to apply what they know about the lighthouse keeper.A nice note is included at the end that talks a little more about lighthouses and the people who ran them. It's kind of sad that this is no longer a way of life, but at least we still have the stories and--in some cases--the lighthouses themselves to remind us of a bygone era. In this wordless book, a young girl grapples with social anxiety and the challenges of making new friends. Navigating the realms of her magical wallpaper, she learns lessons of curiosity, courage, conquering fears and finding the strength to connect with the world outside her window. Your class will think about what duties he had in the lighthouse and other skills you think he might be able to use in his new job. LYNN NEARY, BYLINE: The ALA announces a long list of prizes every year, from the Coretta Scott King Awards, which celebrate a 50th anniversary this year, to a brand-new digital media award. So when the time came to announce the two best-known awards, Jamie Campbell Naidoo, president of the Association for Library Services to Children, couldn't resist keeping the suspense going just a little longer. Hike is a wordless celebration of the bond between a parent and child and their shared love for nature. Embarking on an adventure in the mountains, they plant trees, play in the snow, and take photos, creating lasting memories.