New Releases by Lauren Mills

Inspire Young Minds Through Literature with This Engaging Curriculum Bring stories to life with this 300+ page curriculum featuring 18 hands-on, literature-based units designed to spark creativity, critical thinking, and cross-curricular connections. Each unit centers on a beloved picture book and includes activities that extend learning into: *Social Studies *Science *Art *Geography Perfect for classrooms, homeschool environments, or small group instruction, the lessons are low-prep, easy to implement, and thoughtfully organized. Each unit includes: *18 week-long, kid-loved units *Hands-on, book-inspired activities *Discussion prompts and extension ideas *QR codes linking to optional online supplemental materials Quick, Flexible Learning *Each lesson takes about 30 minutes, though timing may vary depending on the activity and the pace of the adult guiding the child. *Recommended supplemental materials use everyday supplies you likely already have at home. Explore the World Through Stories Daily geography tie-ins encourage students to locate and explore the countries or regions connected to each story using the included world maps and printed flags. These geography activities help children see where the story is set in relation to their own location while building cultural awareness and global understanding. Learn About U.S. National Symbols Students also explore eight key U.S. symbols, including: *The American Flag *The Pledge of Allegiance *The National Anthem *Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial *Bald Eagle *Liberty Bell *White House *Statue of Liberty Beloved Books, Meaningful Learning Featured titles include The Story About Ping, The Rag Coat, How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World, Cranberry Thanksgiving, Grandfather''s Journey, and Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening. Each lesson deepens comprehension while encouraging curiosity and a personal connection to the material. Whether teaching one child or a full classroom, this flexible, low-prep curriculum brings literature to life, integrates multiple subjects, and inspires a lasting love of reading and learning.

Get ready: the Carnival of Horror is rolling into town! Ten of the world''s premier wordsmiths have been gathered in the pages of this anthology to bring you tales straight from the midway! This is no sideshow, our anthology is the main event! You''ll hear tales about: A cotton candy hawker''s secret Trapeze artists seeking escape What lurks in Kiddietown A lone survivor in a changed world How far someone will go to become a star Small town justice for a slain clown Wishes coming back to haunt their makers Strange creatures brought to dazzle and amaze Being stuck in a place you love A clown with an eating addiction-or is it? So get your popcorn and settle in: this is a carnival you don''t want to miss! Carnival of Horror includes stories from D.L. Winchester, Leonardo Lamanna, Jamie Churchman, T.S. Weaver, Chloe York, Marie McWilliams, Ann O''Mara Heyward, S.E. Howard, Lauren Mills, and Amanda M. Blake.

In this charming historical novel, acclaimed artist Lauren A. Mills reimagines her beloved picture book, The Rag Coat, with fifty delicate pencil illustrations and an expanded story about a resilient little girl, her patchwork coat, and how the two bring a community together. Minna and her family don''t have much in their small Appalachian cabin, but "people only need people," Papa always reminds her. Unable to afford a winter coat to wear to school, she''s forced to use an old feed sack to keep her warm. Then Papa''s terrible cough from working in the coal mines takes him away forever, and Minna has a hard time believing that anything will be right again...until her neighbors work tirelessly to create a coat for her out of old fabric scraps. Now Minna must show her teasing classmates that her coat is more than just rags--it''s a collection of their own cherished memories, each with a story to share.

Presenting The Zodiac Series Cross Stitch Book designed by The Art of Stitch. Includes 12 of our best-selling and charming Zodiac Mini-Stitches Charts. Mini charts are are easy to stitch patterns and perfect for you to finish a project quickly. Chart book includes a cover page, easy instructions, DMC material lists for each astrological sign and a black & white symbol chart with 30% larger symbols that''s easy on the eyes. Our charts shows a page map on each chart page so that you know exactly where you are stitching at all times. The Art of Stitch is a leading cross stitch designer committed to providing the best cross stitch pattern design for famous artwork. You''ll be proud to stitch and display your work in your home!

Ridiculed by all but her animal friends, little wingless Fia spends her days on the earth rather than in the sky. But when the boy fairy Kip invites her to attend the May Dance, she saves the day when a wicked troll arrives seeking a late-night snack of fairy wings. Full color.

With paintings that capture all the beauty of Appalachia in authentic detail, this tender story about a resourceful mountain girl''s special coat will touchreaders with its affirming message of love and friendship.

A lovely address book to keep names, addresses and telephone numbers handy. Within each alphabetic listing, the charming settings of the Anne stories are evoked in words and illustrations. Full-color illustrations.