Las Animas - Bent County Library District

Jack and Annie continue their quest for the secrets of happiness--secrets they need if they're going to save Merlin. But when the magic tree house leads them to a tiny deserted island in the middle of the ocean, they're not sure who needs help more--Merlin or themselves! The brother and sister team are soon rescued by a ship of explorers and scientists. But the crew isn't looking for the secrets of happiness. The crew is looking for . . . a sea monster!From...

Explores many aspects of love that can help one weather any storm, including that love is comfort, effort, connection, and taking care of oneself.

Kindness is something anyone can learn: Give to others and ask nothing in return. Helping others is simply the best thing to do. When you are kind, kindness comes back to you.

In rhyming text, a diverse group of children learns the concepts of kindness, empathy, and compassion through everyday actions both big and small.

Moody Cow is uncomfortable with the plight of little creatures when Bully revels in the deaths of the crickets he feeds a snake. Includes two activities--compassionate cricket release and compassionate worm rescue.

Suhaila's wish to know her deceased grandmother is granted when a golden ladder appears at her window and Grandma Annie invites her on a journey to the moon, where they welcome people who are facing tragedy. Includes facts about the painting and woman who inspired the story.

Frightened by news of angry people around the world, a young girl gets her parents' help in learning to be compassionate and brave a little at a time.

When a dog and a rat come upon a rabbit flattened on the road in their neighborhood, they contemplate her situation, wondering what they should do to help her. They decide it can't be much fun to lie there; she should be moved. But how? And to where? Finally, the dog comes up with an inspired and unique idea and they work together through the night to make it happen.

"These monster trucks experience scripture based lessons that apply to their everyday lives. Each episode is full of fun, family and friends as the kids experience life in the town of Crushington Park." --Container.

A dog goes through various incarnations including a tough stray, a working dog, and a family pet and learns about love.