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Jelena Sisic

Sharon Jennings is an award-winning author of many books for young people, including C`mere, Boy! and Bearcub and Mama, a finalist for the Marilyn Baillie Picture Book Award. Sharon lives in Toronto.

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Franklin and Otter's Visit

Franklin and Otter's Visit

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, Otter is coming to visit, and Franklin can hardly wait! They are going to slide down the riverbank, race in the pond and play blocks together -- just like old times. But when Otter shows up, Franklin realizes they have both changed. If they don't do all the old things together, can Franklin and Otter still find a way …

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Franklin and the Babysitter

Franklin and the Babysitter

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, Franklin's parents are going to a party, and Franklin is looking forward to spending time with Granny. Unfortunately, at the last minute, Granny comes down with a cold and isn't well enough to baby-sit. So Franklin's mother calls Mrs. Muskrat, who agrees to come right over. But Franklin is worried -- Mrs. Muskrat has …

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Franklin and the Big Kid

Franklin and the Big Kid

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, Franklin can't wait to grow up. He wants to do all the things the big kids do. So when Jack Rabbit invites him along on his paper route, Franklin is thrilled. But working a paper route proves to be a lot harder than Franklin expected. Is Franklin ready to handle all the responsibilities of being a big kid?

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Franklin and the Bubble Gum

Franklin and the Bubble Gum

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After a bout with an over-generous gumball machine, Franklin must prove to his friends and to Mr. Mole that he is not a gumball thief! This Level 2 first reader contains longer stories, varied sentences, increased vocabulary, more difficult visual clues and some repetition.

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Franklin and the Computer

Franklin and the Computer

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, when his friend Beaver gets a new video game, Franklin becomes addicted. He stops going to soccer practice and he no longer wants to play with his friends. Will Franklin realize that winning points isn't worth losing his friends?

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Franklin and the Duckling

Franklin and the Duckling

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Franklin knows he's not allowed another pet, but when he finds a lone duckling he can't resist bringing his new friend home. When the duckling turns his bedroom into a regular aquatic habitat, Franklin must ask himself: does he really want another pet after all? This Level 2 first reader contains longer stories, varied sentences, increased vocabula …

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Franklin and the Hero

Franklin and the Hero

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, Franklin and Snail want to be heroes, just like their favorite book character, Dynaroo, the kangaroo superhero. They are thrilled when they discover that Dynaroo will be visiting Mr. Heron's bookstore for a book signing, and the excited pair head out to meet their hero. But, on the way, Franklin and Snail stop to help …

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Franklin and the New Teacher

Franklin and the New Teacher

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, Franklin discovers through his new teacher that learning about different people and places can be fun and rewarding.

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Franklin and the Scooter

Franklin and the Scooter

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Franklin wants a shiny, red scooter just like his friend Rabbit's, but Franklin doesn't have enough money to buy one. To raise funds, Franklin sets up a lemonade stand and a yard sale -- but still falls short. Then he discovers that Rabbit wants a bicycle. Since Franklin already owns a bicycle, the two friends arrive at the perfect solution: sharin …

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Franklin and the Stopwatch

Franklin and the Stopwatch

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Franklin finds a stopwatch in the junk drawer and proceeds to drive family and friends crazy by timing everything they do. When Franklin gets a taste of his own medicine, will he realize that sometimes a stopwatch needs to stop watching? This Level 2 first reader contains longer stories, varied sentences, increased vocabulary, more difficult visual …

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Franklin Forgets

Franklin Forgets

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, Franklin asks to tend Mr. Mole's garden for a few days, convincing Mr. Mole that he's grown up enough to handle the job. But Franklin forgets, and by the time he remembers, the garden is almost ruined. Franklin feels terrible, but when he takes responsibility for his actions, he discovers that maybe he's growing up af …

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Franklin Helps Out

Franklin Helps Out

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, Franklin's class is on a nature hike, looking for interesting things to add to the school nature display. Since Snail can't move very fast, Franklin insists on helping him -- until Snail becomes annoyed and sets off on his own. Franklin is hurt and puzzled. After all, he was just trying to help. But when Snail finds s …

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Franklin Makes a Deal

Franklin Makes a Deal

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, Franklin finds out that the best way to get ahead is to keep his promise.

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Franklin Plants a Tree

Franklin Plants a Tree

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, it's Earth Day and Mr. Heron is giving away free trees. Franklin can hardly wait to plant a big climbing tree in his backyard. But when Franklin gets to the village square, Mr. Heron hands him a tiny sapling. Disappointed, Franklin doesn't notice when the little tree falls off his wagon. On his search for the lost tre …

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Franklin Plays Hockey

Franklin Plays Hockey

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, our hero loves playing hockey, and he especially loves winning. But when Skunk joins his team, Franklin stops having fun. She can't skate fast or pass the puck. Franklin doesn't want to lose tomorrow's game, but he doesn't want Skunk to feel bad, either. Will Franklin find a way to make hockey fun for everyone?

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Franklin Runs Away

Franklin Runs Away

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, Franklin can't do anything right. He can't make his sister smile, he forgets to put his bike away, he gets a scolding for talking in class -- and, on top of everything, his friends just don't seem to care. Frustrated and lonely, Franklin packs up his belongings and sets out to find new family and friends. But as he he …

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Franklin Snoops

Franklin Snoops

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, when Franklin discovers that a wrapped package is a birthday present for Bear, curiosity gets the better of him. One quick peek inside won't do any harm. But now that he knows what's in the bag, will Franklin be able to keep the secret?

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Franklin Stays Up

Franklin Stays Up

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Franklin plans to stay up all night -- even if no one else can. This Level 2 first reader contains longer stories, varied sentences, increased vocabulary, more difficult visual clues and some repetition.

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Franklin Wants a Badge

Franklin Wants a Badge

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, Franklin discovers that there is a lot more to being a Trailblazer than just collecting badges.

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Franklin's Big Hockey Game

Franklin's Big Hockey Game

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Everyone in Woodland is excited about the big hockey game, especially Franklin! Using the 30 reusable stickers in this Franklin Activity Book, kids can dress Franklin in his hockey gear, play an action-packed hockey game on the pond and celebrate at the special hockey banquet. Includes 16 pages of games, activities and puzzles.

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Franklin's Big Lift-and-Learn Book

Franklin's Big Lift-and-Learn Book

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In this Franklin Activity Book, big brother Franklin can't wait to teach his little sister, Harriet, how to count from one to ten, explore colors, discover shapes and learn about opposites on a fun family outing!

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Franklin's Big Search-and-Solve Flap Book

Franklin's Big Search-and-Solve Flap Book

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In this lively Franklin Activity Book, all the blueberries have gone missing from the Woodland berry patch! Follow Franklin and Bear on the trail of fun flaps and silly surprises, and spot the clues that will lead them to the berry bandit -- and a delicious solution to the mystery.

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Franklin's Birthday Party

Franklin's Birthday Party

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, our hero's birthday is only a week away and this year he wants to have the best party ever. When he asks his friends what they'd like to do, they all have different ideas. Beaver suggests going to a theme park. Franklin agrees and rushes home to tell his parents. But the theme park is very expensive and Franklin is on …

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Franklin's Canoe Trip

Franklin's Canoe Trip

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, Franklin and Bear are thrilled to be heading out on a canoe trip with their fathers. They're going to be just like real explorers! But the trek is harder than Franklin expects, and after hours of canoeing and portaging in the hot sun, he begins to wish they'd taken a motorboat instead. When they finally reach the camp …

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Franklin's First Reader Collection

Franklin's First Reader Collection

A Collection of 6 First Readers
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Franklin the Turtle is a brand 25 years strong, and — with 65 million books sold worldwide in over 30 languages — the single most successful franchise in the history of Canadian publishing. The new First Reader collection introduces young readers to several favorites in one package.

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Franklin's Nickname

Franklin's Nickname

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In this Franklin TV Storybook, our hero yearns to be more like a famous athlete, so he gives himself an appropriate nickname. Now he just needs to live up to it!

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Franklin's Pumpkin

Franklin's Pumpkin

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Franklin is thrilled when he finds a giant pumpkin in his backyard, until he discovers that the competition at this year's fall fair is for the biggest zucchini! This Level 2 first reader contains longer stories, varied sentences, increased vocabulary, more difficult visual clues and some repetition.

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Franklin's Reading Club

Franklin's Reading Club

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Franklin shares a special book with his friends. This Level 2 first reader contains longer stories, varied sentences, increased vocabulary, more difficult visual clues and some repetition.

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Franklin's Soapbox Derby

Franklin's Soapbox Derby

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Franklin and Bear whip up their own soapbox car and get set to win the big race. But on race day the friends realize that they should have gotten some help building the car. This Level 2 first reader contains longer stories, varied sentences, increased vocabulary, more difficult visual clues and some repetition.

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