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THE CAROUSEL COLLECTION

Stories for Every Generation

Award-winning children's books created to inspire imagination, kindness, family traditions, and a lifelong love of nature.

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To The Ends of the Earth book cover by Sharon Thayer

To the Ends of the Earth

$20.00

WONDERFULLY, PERFECTLY UNUSUAL! A story about bullying.  In a far-off ocean lagoon, a young hammerhead shark pup, who is different from the others, learns how to deal with bullies. Hearing his mother describe him as “wonderfully, perfectly unusual” gives Connor just what he needs to face the bullies and find the joy in being perfectly himself. Bullying is not going away anytime soon. As your children grow, help them build resilience to bullying by reminding them daily that they are wonderfully perfect just the way they are. This international award-winning book is a good place to start. ISBN # 978-0-7340306Format: HardcoverSize: 8.5" x 11"Includes a higher reading level Backstory and a Discovery Page with shark facts and activities.Beautifully Made to LastTraditionally offset printedDurable sewn hardcover bindingHeavyweight 100 lb. paperPrinted and bound in the USA or CanadaPages: 36For ages 4-8Awards Won International Book Award Finalist, (2021) RAVING REVIEWS!“Wonderfully, Perfectly Unusual! is a breath of fresh air for kids struggling with bullying at a young age. It’s extremely powerful and necessary for all students and teachers! Chris Wright,” Chris Wright, Founder, Texas Anti-Bullying Coalition“For every child who “wishes” they were like everyone else, Wonderfully Perfectly Unusual! celebrates the unique and glorious qualities of being “different. Many of us who have experienced the loneliness of being different are reminded how to stand proud and be our own cheerleaders! Thank you, Sharon!” Jane Ubell-Meyer, Founder, Bedside Reading“This book inspires me to be myself and accept everybody I meet.” Connally, age 9“Wonderfully, Perfectly Unusual! is a great resource and tool to teach children that it’s ok to be different, and we highly recommend it for parents and schools.” Kirk Smalley, President, Stand for the Silent“In a world that so easily tears down, this story reminds readers that joy is found in being yourself. As a child therapist, I often see the long-lasting effects of bullying. This message of courage and friendship belongs on every child’s shelf.” Courtney Stewart, Licensed Professional Counselor and mother of two perfectly unusual kids.“This book about a little shark named Connor has been so popular in our school library the students created an ocean mural where all the “Connors” can celebrate their perfectly unusual personalities!” Patricia Cranford, Teacher/Librarian M.S.“I love this book because sharks are very cool, especially hammerheads! I’m like Connor, the shark; perfectly, wonderfully unusual.” Colston, age 7“My 10-year-old son was born without one of his chromosomes and other health issues. Kids make fun of him, and people stare because he’s different. This delightful book has inspired him to become much more confident in himself.” Ashley Ramirez, Mother “I absolutely LOVE this book. With the message to embrace your uniqueness and how to positively navigate bullying, this book is a MUST for every child’s library.”  Leonore Hicks, Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist

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