Story about a bee named Betty Beep that is confused by all the landscaped lawns. Wide expanses of green with no diversity of flowers. All the different flowers are separated. She finds a lawn that is covered in diverse wildflowers and is thrilled to tell all her friends. Sidenote: This story is related to the TEKS 5.12.C The student is expected to describe a healthy ecosystem and how human activities can be beneficial or harmful to an ecosystem.

Page Summary 1 Leo is tired and grumpy. He feels his heart race and head hurt. Something’s not right. 2 Enter Dr. Beat: explains that Leo might have high blood pressure—something even kids can get. 3 Inside Leo’s body, we meet Spike the Stress Monster—causing chaos by shrinking blood vessels! 4 Dr. Beat calls for help… and Captain P arrives, glowing calm blue energy. 5 Captain P explains how relaxing, deep breathing, music, and fun calm activities activate the PNS—Leo’s secret power to stay healthy. 6 Leo tries breathing, yoga, drawing, and playing outside. We show his vessels relaxing and his heart smiling. 7 Spike the Stress Monster shrinks and runs away as Captain Ps calm powers grow stronger. 8 Leo feels better, sleeps better, and even shares tips with his friends. 9 Fun checklist: “Captain P’s Top 5 Tips” – easy actions kids can do daily 10 Message to parents: why it matters, early signs of hypertension, and when to talk to a doctor.

The smell of boiled crawfish filled the Louisiana kitchen, mixing with steam rising from the big silver pot. The wooden table was covered in newspaper, already stained with seasoning, and piled high with bright red crawfish, steaming potatoes, and golden corn. Gage sat on his knees, eyes wide as he stared at the mound of crawfish in front of him. His little brother wiggled in his high chair, smacking the tray while Daddy leaned back with a grin, beer in hand. Momma rolled up her sleeves. “Alright, cher, time to learn how to peel a crawfish.” Gage hesitated. “What if I mess up?” Momma laughed, grabbing a fat crawfish. “Ain’t no wrong way, long as you get the meat out. But I’ll show you the right way.” She held the crawfish up. “First, grab it where the head and tail meet—right here. Now twist.” With a quick motion, she popped off the head. “Some folks suck the head for the good juices.” Gage gagged. “Ew, no way!” Daddy chuckled. “More for me, then!” Momma shook her head, smiling. “Alright, suit yourself. Now, pinch the end of the tail, squeeze a little, and pull.” She slid out the perfect piece of meat and dipped it in butter. “See? Easy.” Gage copied her, his fingers fumbling at first—twist, pinch, pull. Out came the juicy meat. “I did it!” Momma clapped. “That’s my boy! Now try it.” He dipped it in the butter and took a bite. His face lit up. “Mmm! That’s good!” His little brother babbled, reaching for the pile. Daddy laughed. “Looks like we got another crawfish lover.” The kitchen filled with laughter as they peeled and ate, passing corn and potatoes around. Gage wiped his hands and reached for another. “Momma, I think I’m getting good at this.” Momma ruffled his hair. “Told you, cher. Crawfish season ain’t just about eatin’. It’s about family.” And that night, under the warm glow of their Cajun kitchen, Gage became a true crawfish peeler.

In Eliana Learns the Secret of Being Strong, a curious and lively young girl named Eliana discovers the power of self-control. While she loves doing whatever she wants, Eliana soon learns that the things she desires sometimes make others—and even herself—sad. With the gentle guidance of her wise mom, Eliana learns from the Bible how saying "no" to herself can make her stronger than a mighty warrior. Through small choices at school, with friends, and even at home, Eliana practices the secret of self-control, finding strength in her ability to grow and make Jehovah happy. This heartwarming story teaches children the importance of making thoughtful decisions, all while discovering how true strength comes from within.

- **Plot:** Captain Stomach and his crew (a liver pirate, a gallbladder parrot, and a pancreas first mate) sail the "Digestive Sea" to break down a treasure chest full of food. But they must battle the evil *Acid Storms* and outsmart the *Constipation Kraken* to reach the "Energy Island." - **Suspense:** The kraken tries to trap their ship in the Large Intestine Lagoon, and they must use "fiber cannons" to escape! - **Educational Twist:** Kids learn how different organs work together to digest food.

A group of marine biologists embark on a journey to explore the depths of the ocean, discovering new species and uncovering the secrets of the sea.

Dog is naughty

Girl travels from little town in Como to the mythical land of unicorns and learns something very important

A vibrant illustration showing a boy standing confidently in a sunlit schoolyard, flanked by two friends on either side, with shadows of bullies retreating in the background. The title "Braving Shadows: Overcoming Bullying" should appear prominently in bold, uplifting fonts, with warm, inviting colors that convey hope and resilience.

Donna the llama was a cute little girl llama who didn't want to take off her llama pajamas. She learns lessons that are biblical and moral, and include bible verses and how it can apply to the reader in their life

Echoes of the Unseen In the heart of a bustling city stood an ancient bookstore, "Eldritch Pages," whose exterior was unremarkable and whose existence was often overlooked. Its wooden sign, weathered by time, creaked as the wind rustled through its narrow alley. Inside, the smell of old paper and leather filled the air, and the shelves were stacked high with volumes from centuries past. Yet among the countless tomes, one book lay hidden, waiting for its moment to transform the world. The bookstore’s owner, an elderly man named Mr. Thorne, had inherited the shop from his grandfather. Mr. Thorne was a keeper of secrets, a gentle soul with a kind smile who believed that books had the power to change lives. His favorite pastime was wandering through the labyrinth of shelves, dusting off old manuscripts, and dreaming of the stories they held. One autumn afternoon, as sunlight filtered through the dusty windows, a young woman named Clara entered the store. Clara was a journalist, known for her relentless pursuit of truth. She was drawn to the bookstore by an old rumor she’d heard — that there was a book within its walls capable of changing the world. Mr. Thorne welcomed Clara with his usual warmth, though he didn’t recognize her at first. "Can I help you find something?" he asked, his eyes twinkling with curiosity. Clara smiled, intrigued by the idea of a world-changing book. "I’ve heard whispers of a special book hidden somewhere here. Do you know anything about it?" Mr. Thorne’s eyes grew serious, and he nodded slowly. "Ah, the book of which you speak is indeed real. It is said to contain ideas and insights so profound that they could reshape humanity’s understanding of itself."

David's confrontation with the lion to rescue his sheep, in a field in the middle of the mountains

Never has the bear cub sisters seen someone love someone so much, and so unconditionally. Jon admires Kelly like no other. The Bear Cub sisters could not be more happy to add another brother cub to their family. They are happily getting married. They look so beautiful at their wedding

1. Max, a curious rabbit from Berlin, dreamed of exploring the world. 2. His parents wave goodbye to their son max. 3. In Berlin, he met Fritzi, the honest owl. 4. One day, Max found a wallet full of money and IDs in the park. 5. Remembering Fritzi's words, he decided to return the wallet. 7. He found the owner's address and knocked on the door. 8. The relieved male thanked Max with a generous gift for his honesty.

1. Suelo Brown is in a nature space 2. she is peaceful and content outside 3. there are birds, bees, and butterflies 4. there is a patch of flowers with many tree 5. you can see the sun 6. suelo brown is smelling a flower while sitting in the grass

1. Big sister has been waiting for little sister to come home for months 2. Little sister gets a new heart and is able to be discharged from the hospital. 3. The girls play together and big sister is happy.

1. white dandelion in the meadow separately from other yellow dandelions 2. yellow dandelions look disapprovingly at the white dandelion and gossip. 3. Meanwhile, the former dandelion glows white and pulls its leaves towards the sun. 4. the sun smiles gently and sends its rays to the white dandelion.

Lİttle children lined up behind the imam at the mosque and played the train game together.

In a cozy little house at the edge of town lived a curious Border Collie named Benito and his dad, Rodo. Every night, they shared a special ritual: reading together. Benito wasn't just any dog; he loved books. He would wag his tail excitedly when Rodo picked up a book, and then snuggle next to him on the couch. Their reading adventures took them to faraway lands and magical worlds. From tales of brave knights and dragons to stories of deep sea explorations, each book was a new adventure. Benito listened intently, his eyes fixed on the colorful pictures, occasionally pawing gently at the pages as if trying to touch the characters. Rodo loved these moments too. He cherished the bond that grew stronger with every page they turned together. Sometimes, he would pause and ask Benito what he thought about a character or a story twist. Benito would respond with a soft bark or a nuzzle, as if giving his own opinion.

A beautiful but sad little bear called cinnamon goes on an adventure to find her imaginary friend who’s lost in an enchanted forest. Cinnamon has a big heart and a lot of love to give. But she doesn’t have any real friends. Her only friend is her imaginary best friend, Miss Ribbon. Miss Ribbon is a playful puppy who wears little pink ribbons on her ears. Cinnamon loves her friend. Miss Ribbons makes her smile and sometimes laugh. They play hide and seek together and have tea parties. But Cinnamon has not seen Miss Ribbons in a few days. She’s worried her friend might be lost and scared. Cinnamon had a dream that Miss Ribbons was lost in the Misty enchanted forest.