"From the bestselling author, media pioneer, and curator of TED, an inspiring book about one of humankind's defining but overlooked impulses, and how we can super-charge its potential to build a hopeful future. Recent years have been tough on optimists. Hopes that the Internet might bring people together have been crushed by the divisiveness of social media. But as head of TED, Chris Anderson has had a ringside view of the world's boldest thinkers...

Receiving numerous toys over successive birthdays and Christmases, Lulu decides to throw a toy giveaway after realizing that her room has become so overcrowded that she no longer fits in her bed.

Because she desperately wants to have her picture taken, ten-year-old Amy finds a way to accumulate the necessary five dollars but then decides to spend it in another way.

Harold is a very special bear who always wears a woolly hat, so when a crow steals the hat from him, he tries to win it back.

The quiltmaker grows up wealthy and sheltered, but radically changes her life after she discovers the poverty and need outside her town.

An inspiring collection of quotes about gratitude and giving thanks.

"In southern Africa, there is a belief called ubuntu--the idea that we are all connected. No matter where we're from or who we are, a person is a person through their connections to other people. With simple, lyrical text and charming artwork, this lively picture book first published in South Africa is the perfect introduction to the concept of ubuntu for young kids. A celebration of friendship and kindness, the book shows children the many ways that...

Tells, in rhyme, of the year that Santa Claus, suffering from a cold and other ailments, decides to take a vacation at Christmastime, and of the surprising response of children around the world.

"Valentine's Day is coming! Posey is so excited about her special ballet recital and giving cards to everyone at school. Then she learns that one of her classmates doesn't have any valentines to give out. Can Princess Posey and her tutu find the perfect way to help?"--

Five women from different walks of life have become close friends through their book club--enjoying one another's company even more than they enjoy the books. So when the leader of the book club unexpectedly passes away on the cusp of the Christmas season, the four remaining friends are stunned. They relied on Abby for inspiration and motivation. She was the glue that held them together, and they're sure that without her the group can't continue....