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Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books

This book follows on from the Poppy Pendle books – and again it’s a read I’ve enjoyed as an adult. Cat was born in her mother’s bakery and has inherited the gift of magic. She learns to use this once she’s older but even when she’s young, we hear about how she likes to ‘raid the spice shelf, shaking cinnamon, ginger, and chilli powder into her bowl’. She’d open all her mother’s canisters, spooning in cornmeal and brown sugar. Anything Cat could wrap her tiny hands around she’d use.’ Eventually, Cat can harness her powers for good as she helps out her family and neighbours.

Long before he became a professional All-Star basketball player, Michael Jordan had dreams of winning an Olympic gold medal–and with dedication and perseverance, that’s exactly what he did. This heartwarming picture book, written by Michael’s mother and illustrated by Barry Root, gives a rare glimpse into a sports hero’s childhood and emphasizes the role that good values play in success. An ideal companion to the New York Times bestselling Salt in His Shoes, this is an inspirational story for sports fans, go-getters, and anyone with big dreams!

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