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 We love Ripley's Believe It Or Not! There are things out there that are shocking and leave you wondering what the heck! Ripley Publishing releases it's latest annual, Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Download the Weird . It's a collection of all-new, unbelievable stories across the globe. The book was waiting for us when we returned from vacation and Li'l Man couldn't wait to open the cover. He loves the vibrant color photos--amazing in themselves, and we spend quality time reading the strange stories. Sometimes we have to look again and other times we flat out shutter. This annual is unlike any Ripley's publishing has released, there are OddScan logos, which are similar to QR codes, placed throughout the pages. Use your iPhone or Android with these codes and the book comes to life on the page!  The codes give exclusive bonus content, including videos and images, transporting us into the hidden world of Ripley's Believe It or Not! like never before! It's...

 These days kiddos need reminders that they have value, that kindness and friendship are important. It's just what Captain McFinn and Friends offer in three innovative, original, and educational books geared for children ages 4-8 years. The collection includes three hard and softcover books, an activity book, a sing-a-long music CD composed by award-winning songwriter Terry Sampson, and educational materials for parents and teachers. When bullies make headlines, Captain McFinn and Friends offer a "Be a Buddy, Not a Bully" theme. It's a theme that needs to be reiterated as the National Association of Elementary School Principals shows statistics where bullying has become an epidemic in our nation, with an estimated 18 million children in the United States being bullied each year. Fear and negative feelings from bullying account for three million student absences each month across our nation. Created by Phyllis Cafaro, with inspiration from her grandchildren, Captain Mc...