During her first year in a one-room school in the Kentucky hills, Bonnie has many exciting experiences, from getting her first book to playing an angel in a play.

As the school bell rings, an adorable squirrel named Landon begins his day with excitement. By lunchtime, he feels sad because he notices that he doesn't do things the same way as his friends at school. When Landon's teacher invites him to have lunch with her, she shares what she sees to be his special gifts and talents and reminds him of specific ways that the world needs his strengths! Little Schoolhouse in the Woods is a place where readers celebrate uniqueness as strength. The world needs many types of strengths, and it is important for everyone to learn the significance of their own in-born talents. Grab your copy of this beautifully illustrated book for your favorite teacher or young reader.

This stunningly beautiful picture book from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Eliza Wheeler is based on her grandmother's childhood and pays homage to a family's fortitude as they discover the meaning of home. Eliza Wheeler's gorgeously illustrated book tells the story of what happens when six-year-old Marvel, her seven siblings, and their mom must start all over again after their father has died. Deep in the woods of Wisconsin they find a tar-paper shack. It doesn't seem like much of a home, but they soon start seeing what it could be. During their first year it's a struggle to maintain the shack and make sure they have enough to eat. But each season also brings its own delights and blessings--and the children always find a way to have fun. Most importantly, the family finds immense joy in being together, surrounded by nature. And slowly, their little shack starts feeling like a true home--warm, bright, and filled up with love.

As winter arrives and the local school closes until summer, the Fairchild children continue their schooling in the parlor with the oldest, Althy, teaching.

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