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10,300 | 2 | IDENTIFYING EMOTIONSTodd Parr has inspired and empowered children around the world with his bold images and positive messages. He is the bestselling author of more than forty books, including The Goodbye Book, The Family Book, The I Love You Book, and It's Okay to be Different. He lives in Berkeley, California.; Title: The Feelings Book | [
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10,301 | 17 | Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.; Title: Albert Pujols: On the Field with... | [
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10,302 | 7 | A sailor's son serves as a bridge between the supernatural and natural worlds in this suspenseful picture book. Master storyteller Bodkin (The Banshee Train) recreates a salt-air ambiance of centuries past as he writes of fearless Captain LeNoir. Sailors who watch him race his fast ship, the Southern Belle, against other ships in the Northern Atlantic consider LeNoir a madman for his daring. But the story's young narrator believes otherwise. In passing, LeNoir tosses the boy a Chinese silver ball said to embody pure luck. Shortly afterward, on All Hallows' Eve, the Southern Belle crashes, and the ghost ship and her crew begin to haunt the seas near the site. Feeling a connection with LeNoir, the boy devises a plan to put the Southern Belle finally to rest. Bodkin's swift, compelling prose immediately draws readers in. His inventive weaving of historic and geographical details into the text helps set the intriguing scene. Readers can nearly feel a bracing sea breeze blowing off of Fuchs's (Ragtime Tumpie) darkly eerie oil paintings. His dramatic, full-page close-ups of the sailors and tall-masted ships, and especially of the ghost of LeNoir, make a powerful impression. Ages 8-12. (Sept.) Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.Kindergarten-Grade 4 A rousing ghost story. A bold and crazy sea captain gives a young boy a silver Chinese sphere symbolizing Luck. When the captain's ship crashes on the rocks and sinks, the boy's father won't risk his own vessel to try and rescue the crew. From that day on, the ghost of Captain LeNoir haunts the seas, causing shipwrecks with his ghostly crew and their ship, the Southern Belle. The boy comes up with a plan to stop the haunting, which involves a treacherous sea race and the risky prospect of rescuing the drowning men. His actions free LeNoir and his crew, and as a gift, the boy receives another silver sphere, this one symbolizing Daring. More eerie than scary, Bodkin's rich tale builds to a dramatic climax. The young narrator is an engaging hero who not only comes up with the plan to end the haunting, but also confidently takes command of his father's ship to make sure it succeeds. Fuch's gorgeous oil paintings are just right for this spooky tale. Misty backgrounds, elegant figures, and careful use of light infuse the story with a properly mysterious mood. Both text and illustrations are restrained rather than melodramatic, and the result is a gripping and satisfying tale. Steven Engelfried, Deschutes County Library, Bend, OR Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Ghost of the Southern Belle: A Sea Tale | [
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10,303 | 2 | Lisi Harrison was the Senior Director of Production Development at MTV, Music Television.Lisi recently moved from New York City to Laguna Beach, California, and is currently working on her ninth Clique novel, Bratfest at Tiffany's, coming in March 2008.; Title: Alicia (Clique Summer Collection) | [
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10,304 | 0 | Alex Milway began attending art colleges in when he was 16 years old. While there, he won a David Murray Landscape Award from the Royal Academy. He currently lives in London and works in magazines, where he discovered his love of writing. He runs his own fairy tale blog Old Hokey's Whimsical Tales. Milway has written many short tales, but The Mousehunter is his first full-length children's book.; Title: The Mousehunter | [] | Test |
10,305 | 2 | Lisi Harrison was the Senior Director of Production Development at MTV, Music Television, and was responsible for creating and developing original programming for air on MTV. She also served as Head Writer for MTV Production and before that had her own column in Jane Magazine. Lisi lives in Laguna Beach, California, and is currently working on her eleventh Clique novel, coming in July 2009.; Title: The Clique Ah-mazing Collector's Gift Set (Massie / Dylan / Alicia / Kristen / Claire) | [
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10,306 | 2 | Praise for Arthur Meets the President: "Brown's attention to visual details provides much of the book's humor, and Arthur fans will delight in deciphering D.W.'s list of ideas about how to run the country... Brown's sensitivity to Arthur's frets is right on target."Publisher's Weekly"The adventures of this comical aardvark have a timeless appeal to children. These [audio] packages are read by the author and move along at a good pace. Music and sound effects enhance the stories without being obtrusive."School Library JournalMarc Brown is the creator of the bestselling Arthur Adventure book series and co-developer of the children's PBS television series, Arthur. He has also created a second book series, featuring D.W., Arthur's little sister, as well as numerous other books for children. Marc Brown lives with his family in Tisbury, Massachusetts, and on Martha's Vineyard.; Title: Arthur Meets the President: Book & CD (Arthur Adventures) | [] | Train |
10,307 | 0 | Michelle Zink lives in New York with her four children. Prophecy of the Sisters was her first novel and was chosen as one of Booklists Top Ten Debut Novels of 2009 and as one of the Chicago Public Library's Best Books for Young Readers. It has also been listed on the New York Public Library's Stuff for the Teen Age and the Lone Star Reading List.; Title: Prophecy of the Sisters (Prophecy of the Sisters Trilogy) | [
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10,308 | 2 | Grade 1–3—How does a seven-year-old who has not yet mastered whistling achieve world peace? He begins with the easy stuff and works his way up. First, Paulie starts "being kind to small animals. Then bigger animals. And bigger. And bigger still." Then he apologizes to his sister. At school, he is nice to everyone, even the principal, and hands out cupcakes to help resolve conflicts. Having established peace at home and at school, he is ready to expand his horizons. With the help of his family he goes on a "world tour" around town with a van full of cupcakes to distribute to appreciative crowds. Although world peace is a serious issue, Proimos's tongue-in-cheek approach makes the "can do" message fun and child friendly. The text is short and snappy with only one or two sentences on most pages. The simple cartoon drawings, filled in with color, have attitude and personality that matches the tone of the text. Creative page layouts and artsy fonts give the illustrations added energy. This is a great read-aloud, especially for a unit about social issues or character development.—Donna Cardon, Provo City Library, UT Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.In spare, droll text and pictures that evoke Jules Feiffers work, this title offers an amusing look at compassion and the power of cupcakes. Young Paulie is nothing special . . . no more special than you are, but things change after he begins to connect with the natural world, showing kindness to animals and even reading to trees. Soon, Paulie moves on to people, making amends with his sister and sharing his lunch with a classmate; and when he discovers that cupcakes can resolve disputes, his peace-making ambitions grow. Together with his dad, he visits nearby businesses that have globally-themed names (Furniture World, Toy World), bringing cupcakes and peace to all, until he finally heads home for some well-deserved sleep. The peppy, colorful cartoon art incorporates witty, sometimes hyperbolic details. Some kids may miss the tongue-in-cheek, punny plays on world peace, but the positive story conveys how small, individual actions can have a large, ripple effect. Wry, sweet inspiration for spreading goodwill. Grades K-3. --Shelle Rosenfeld; Title: Paulie Pastrami Achieves World Peace | [
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10,309 | 11 | Grade 36This volume walks in the footsteps of the popular "ology books" (Candlewick), but its construction is more suited to libraries, with most pieces glued down, rather than fully removable. With many bright graphics, colorful foldout flaps, and interesting trivia, the book will appeal to teachers and students alike. It includes a range of facts from the common (Declaration of Independence's signers and our national symbols) to the often-neglected (the significance of songs such as "Oh, Shenandoah," and "Ol' Man River"). Even the time line is done with an interesting twist, imagining the lifespan of our nation represented in the rings of an old tree. Well-written, well-researched, and interestingly laid out, this book is sure to be a hit.Sarah Provence, Churchill Road Elementary School, McLean, VA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Charlie Samuels has written many books about American and world history for young readers.; Title: AMERICA: The Making of a Nation | [
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10,310 | 2 | Lisi Harrison was the Senior Director of Production Development at MTV, Music Television.Lisi recently moved from New York City to Laguna Beach, California, and is currently working on her ninth Clique novel, Bratfest at Tiffany's, coming in March 2008.; Title: Claire (Clique Summer Collection) | [
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10,311 | 2 | Grace Lin is the author and illustrator of Year of the Dog, as well as numerous picture books, including Ugly Vegetables and Dim Sum for Everyone. She is also a prolific illustrator for many books. She grew up in Upstate New York and is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design. She currently lives in Somerville, MA. Her Web site is www.GraceLin.com.; Title: The Year of the Rat (A Pacy Lin Novel) | [
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10,312 | 1 | * "Comically overheated narration... fire-roasted settings and hilariously imagined creatures..." Publishers Weekly, starred review * "This title will be hard to keep on the shelves." School Library Journal, starred review * "Dinotrux ruled their world, now they're likely to rule this one too. Bellow on!" Kirkus Reviews, starred review Chris Gall is the award-winning author and illustrator of Revenge of the Dinotrux, Substitute Creacher, Dear Fish, There's Nothing to Do on Mars, and Dinotrux, a Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book of 2009. His books have received numerous starred reviews and awards including a Borders Original Voices Book for 2006 for Dear Fish and a Kirkus Best Children's Book for 2008 for There's Nothing to Do on Mars. Chris has won a multitude of awards from organizations like the Society of Illustrators and Communication Arts Magazine, and is also the illustrator of America the Beautiful, a Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book of 2004. He lives in Tucson, Arizona.; Title: Dinotrux | [
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10,313 | 11 | Matt Christopher is the best-selling name behind more than one hundred sports books for young readers. Glenn Stout is the author of more than seventy books including the best selling Fenway 1912 and his award winning juvenile series "Good Sports." You can learn more at Glenn's author page, his website glennstout.netor at goodsportsbyglennstout.com; Title: Michael Jordan: Legends in Sports | [
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10,314 | 13 | "I'm a little white duck sitting in the water, a little white duck doing what he oughter." Children have sung this silly song written by Walt Whippo and Bernard Zaritzky for half a century. Performers from Burl Ives to Danny Kaye to Raffi have recorded it over the years. And now, for the first time, the classic sing-along song about the duck that "quack, quack, quacks," the frog that "glug, glug, glugs," and the bug that "bzz, buzz, bzz's" has made its way into picture-book format. Joan Paley's gorgeous collages are full of vivacious color and three-dimensional pizzazz. Bold, brilliant greens and blues dominate, drawing the reader deeper and deeper into the happy little world of these water critters--happy, that is, until the little red snake comes along and scares off the duck and frog and eats the bug! But he's still glad to be "a little red snake playing in the water," so all's well that ends well. To soften the blow of the untimely demise of the little black bug, all four of the characters (duck, frog, bug, snake), plus the guitar-strumming mouse narrator, take a bow on the last page, so sensitive young readers will know it's all just play-acting. Musical notation is included. (Ages 2 to 7) --Emilie CoulterWhether readers were first introduced to this classic 1950 kids' song by Danny Kaye, Burl Ives or Raffi, Paley's (What's That Sound, Woolly Bear?) full-bleed, double-spread collages will bring it vividly to life all over again (those who are making a first acquaintance will find the music included). Paley stages the song as a play. As a guitar-playing mouse narrates, a duck, a frog and a black bug are successively introduced as happily "doing what [they] oughter... in the water." Then along comes a little red snake who clears the room, so to speak, by scaring the duck and frog and eating the bug, leaving the song to conclude, "Boo! Hoo! Hoo!" But the book itself ends on an up beat, with the bug, along with the rest of the cast, taking a bow as the animal audience clamors, "Bravo." Working with cut paper, crayon, pastel and washes of watercolor, Paley creates spread after spread of bold, dramatically cropped tableaux; her strong, graphic lines and compositions are handsomely tempered by the rich, aquatic-inspired palette. Her frog is an especially appealing creation, gleefully stretching his spotted emerald body across the length of the page, and registering expressions that range from languor to alarm. Luminous and full of movement, this art will demand repeated viewings. Ages 4-8. (Apr.) Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Little White Duck | [
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10,315 | 1 | Starred Review. Grade 24Rose Cottage is a modest abode "rife with clutter and chaos." But behind a broom-closet door, hidden by a heavy chest of drawers, lies a 36-room mansion, home to Tumtum and Nutmeg Nutmouse. The retiring animal couple takes great pleasure in helping absentminded Mr. Mildew and his motherless children, who live in the cottage, in small waysdarning socks, rewiring heaters, and patching shoes. But a visit by the Mildews' odious Aunt Ivy turns the quiet couple's life upside down after the woman spots them on the upstairs landing. A full-blown mouse attack ensues, requiring the assistance of neighboring General Marchmouse and his mouse battalion. Adventure upon adventure follows, including trouble at the local school and an encounter with pirate rats (who are hindered by liqueur-filled chocolates). Before long readers know just what to expect from Bearn's characters: a can-do attitude and bustling efficiency from Nutmeg, even-tempered consideration from Tumtum, and from the General, an inflated ego and childlike impulses. The author provides enough twists and turns to keep the excitement high and fills her story with delightful details (outside of an occasional "earwig en croute," the mice nibble on piles of tasty homemade cakes, scones, and gingerbread, all described). Rustically framed pen-and-ink drawings appear throughout, adding panache to the presentation. This British import is as satisfying as high tea, and a perfect choice for competent young readers.Daryl Grabarek, School Library Journal Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Evocative of classics like The Borrowers and The Wind in the Willows, this mouse tale should appeal to children who like to imagine little creatures operating behind the scenes. In a small cottage in England live Mr. and Mrs. Nutmouse (aka Tumtum and Nutmeg), who reside in a grand house inside a broom cupboard. Twisting the usual human-animal dynamic, Bearn presents the mice as faring better than the human family and trying to help the sweet-natured girl and boy. (Their mother has died and their father is an eccentric inventor.) The three old-fashioned adventures here recount the daring rescues, not-too-scary hostage dramas, and close escapes that ensue when human and animal worlds collide. Bearn draws the situations with amusing particulars, including human foibles for man, mouse, gerbil, and rat, and drums up plenty of suspense as Tumtum and Nutmeg are forced to suspend their cozy lifestyle to save their friends and themselves. Prices black-and-white illustrations capture the Nutmouses goodheartedness and the humans dampened circumstances in a cheerful, rustic style. Grades 2-4. --Abby Nolan; Title: Tumtum & Nutmeg: Adventures Beyond Nutmouse Hall | [
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10,316 | 2 | Toot & Puddle: I'll Be Home for Christmas:* #1 New York Times children's bestseller"Hobbie's chipper text and alternately cozy and funny watercolors are as winning as ever." *Publishers Weekly, starred review"The lovable piglets are at their best-friend best in his holiday tale." *Bulletin of the CCB, recommended book"Children and caregivers will enjoy snuggling together to share this book." *School Library JournalToot & Puddle: You Are My Sunshine:"Gentle watercolors add a light touch without compromising the compassion found in this graceful treatment of a delicate issue." *Kirkus, pointered review"The illustrations are right on target." *School Library JournalToot & Puddle: A Present for Toot:* A 1998 Parents' Choice Recommendation"Hobbie beautifully depicts these two appealing pigs in expressive and detailed watercolors." *School Library Journal"Hobbie's watercolors are delightful, and Puddle's search for the perfect present is endearing." *Kirkus"Wonderfully on target for young children." *BooklistHolly Hobbie has worked as an artist for more than thirty years and is the author of five previous and highly acclaimed Toot & Puddle picture books, as well as an illustrated memoir, The Art of Holly Hobbie. The mother of grown children, she lives with her husband in Conway, Massachusetts.; Title: Top of the World | [
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10,317 | 2 | Diana (pronounced DEE-ANNA) Lpez is a native of Corpus Christi, Texas. Her adult novel, Sofia's Saints, was published by Bilingual Review Press in 2002, and she is a contributing author to Hecho en Tejas: An Anthology of Texas Mexican Literature. Other works include short stories published in Chicago Quarterly Review, The Sycamore Review, and New Texas. She now teaches English at St. Philip's College in San Antonio. This is her first middle grade novel.; Title: Confetti Girl | [
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10,318 | 7 | Gr 4-6Fine print in their contracts brings the four students introduced in School of Fear (Little, Brown, 2009) back for another summer at the secret, exclusive institution created to eliminate extreme phobias. Though the students profess that they are completely cured, headmistress Mrs. Wellington reveals how each one has regressed, necessitating more time with her. Joining Madeleine, Garrison, Theo, and Lulu is a new student, Hyacinth, who is desperately afraid of being alone and friendless. But the unusual phobia-conquering curriculum is put on hold when the children must help Mrs. Wellington and her loyal caretaker discover who is behind the string of recent burglariesa discovery that leads to even more trouble for the school and its inhabitants. Filled with an eclectic, and often eccentric, cast of characters, this sequel uses the wry humor and outrageous situations that characterized the first book and makes for an entertaining read. Kids may be slightly disappointed in the lack of resolution to the major conflict and hope the story will continue in another volume.Amanda Raklovits, Champaign Public Library, IL Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Have no fear: school is back in session, with the phobic young protagonists of School of Fear (2009) returning to reinforce what they learned the summer before. It seems there has been some regression amid all visible signs of progress. A fifth student has also enrolleda 10-year-old with a ferret whos afraid of being alone and who calls the others her new best friends, giving each of them an annoying nickname. Daneshvaris plot is as farfetched as ever, but her dialogue is full of amusing putdownsI think you need help, and I dont mean that in a kind or caring way. Somehow, and satisfyingly, all five become best friends in the end. Ed: cap is in the title. Grades 4-7. --Abby Nolan; Title: School of Fear: Class Is Not Dismissed! | [
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10,319 | 2 | Kids want pets. And even if theyre not quite old enough to have their own, thats not going to stop them from fantasizing. Thats where Dodds charming ode to picking the perfect dog comes in. An unnamed girl in a pink dress is certain of what she doesnt want. An outfitted pooch in a handbag accompanies the declaration: I dont want a snooty dog. / A fancy, attitudey dog. Three bruisers snarl through the following verse: I dont want a snappy dog. / A growly, never-happy dog. The girl alsorejects dogs who are gruff or needy or itchy. Whats left? I just want a silly dog. / A sweet willy-nilly dog. The rhymes are clever and succinct,and the simple line artincorporates photo elements (a purse, some Astroturf) thatlend the right touch of surrealism. The return of all the discarded doggies in a climactic mad dash gives readers a chance to point out their favorite rejectees. A fun, light introduction to all the mutts in young readers futures. Preschool-Grade 1. --Daniel KrausEmma Dodd is the author and illustrator of the 'Dog's' series from Puffin and has illustrated the Amazing Baby board book series. Emma Dodd's unique art style and vivid colors have been called 'just right for preschool audiences' by Kirkus Reviews. She lives in London, England.; Title: I Don't Want a Posh Dog | [
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10,320 | 2 | Former Contrafilms Director of Development, Gitty Daneshvari is the author of the adult novel The Makedown. This is Gitty's debut children's book, and it was inspired by her many childhood fears. She hoped that one day they'd help her, and, as it turns out, they have. She lives in New York. Carrie Gifford spent many years teaching and directing children's theater before starting Red Cap Cards with her husband. Her signature pencil-and-ink style is inspired by her childhood memories. She lives in Los Angeles.; Title: School of Fear | [
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10,321 | 6 | Since 1974, the Yolla Bolly Press has published hand-crafted, limited edition fiction books. It is located in an old barn deep in California's Coast Range Mountains four hours north of San Francisco.; Title: Brown Paper School book: Blood and Guts | [
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10,322 | 2 | Lisi Harrison is the author of The Clique, Alphas and Monster High series. She was the Senior Director of Production Development at MTV and Head Writer for MTV Production. Lisi is currently pretending to write her next novel.Lisi lives in Laguna Beach, California.; Title: Top of the Feud Chain (Alphas) | [
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10,323 | 2 | Marc Brown is the creator of the bestselling Arthur Adventure book series and co-developer of the children's PBS television series, Arthur. He has also created a second book series, featuring D.W., Arthur's little sister, as well as numerous other books for children. Marc Brown lives with his family in Tisbury, Massachusetts on Martha's Vineyard.; Title: Arthur Babysits (Arthur Adventures) | [
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10,324 | 2 | Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.; Title: On the Field with...Peyton and Eli Manning (Matt Christopher Sports Bio Bookshelf) | [
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10,325 | 2 | Lisi Harrison was the Senior Director of Production Development at MTV, and was responsible for creating and developing original programming for air on MTV. She also served as Head Writer for MTV Production and before that had her own column in Jane Magazine. Lisi lives in Laguna Beach, California, and is currently working on her next Alphas novel, coming in April 2010, as well as her next Clique novel.; Title: Alphas | [
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10,326 | 0 | Hiawyn Oram is a very successful author of children's books in Britain. Her books include the popular Not-So-Grizzly Bear Stories, the Animal Heroes series, and Mona the Vampire. She lives in London. Sarah Warburton studied art at Bangor, North Wales. She has illustrated Tilly and the Wild Goats and the Happy Ever After series for Orchard Books, and she lives in Bristol, England.; Title: Rumblewick's Diary #2: My Unwilling Witch Sleeps Over | [
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10,327 | 0 | Grade 35Haggy Aggy would prefer to be human, much to the chagrin of her cat, Rumblewick. She would rather spend her time doing "Othersider" things, like taking ballet, going to gym class, and having sleepovers with friends. Rumblewick does his best to get her to do her witchly duties to please the High Hags and witch society. The books are a diary of his misadventures and near-misses with disaster. Haggy Aggy uses magic to help her pass as human, and the books include a few of her spells to help improve her dance and gymnastic skills. They also have a lot of full-page cartoon illustrations and spot art that will appeal to children, especially reluctant readers. There are a few difficult vocabulary words throughout the texts, but the stories are frothy and funny. Quick, lighthearted reads.Jane Cronkhite, San Jose Public Library, CA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Hiawyn Oram is a very successful author of children's books in Britain. Her books include the popular Not-So-Grizzly Bear Stories, the Animal Heroes series, and Mona the Vampire. She lives in London. Sarah Warburton studied art at Bangor, North Wales. She has illustrated Tilly and the Wild Goats and the Happy Ever After series for Orchard Books, and she lives in Bristol, England.; Title: Rumblewick's Diary #1: My Unwilling Witch Goes to Ballet School | [
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10,328 | 2 | "The light-dappled watercolor paintings give the scenes a real sense of place while bringing the characters to life through a sensitive depiction of expressions, gestures, and body language. A child-centered story, well paced and beautifully illustrated." -Booklist (starred review) Natasha Anastasia Tarpley is the recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship and numerous other awards.E.B. Lewis is the illustrator of two Corretta Scott King Honor Books, including The Bat Boy and His Violin by Gavin Curtis and Talkin' About Bessie: The Story of Aviator Elizabeth Coleman by Nikki Grimes.; Title: Bippity Bop Barbershop | [
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10,329 | 2 | Rachael Hale is an internationally acclaimed photographer, who has won numerous awards for her portraits. Since 1995, her images have been published on calendars, posters, greeting cards, and stationery in over 60 countries. She lives in Auckland, New Zealand, with her partner Andrew, three cats, and a Dalmatian Boxer-cross.; Title: Touch & Feel: Bedtime Buddies (Paw Pals) | [
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10,330 | 0 | Andrews and Hamilton follow Julie Andrews' Collection of Poems, Songs, and Lullabies (2009) with a diverse compilation of poems and songs (including some of Andrews and Hamilton's own) from more than 75 writers, organized by month. Summer sees uplifting poems about discovery and outdoor activity, with works by Billy Collins, Joy Harjo, and E.B. White; fall poems include nature, back-to-school, and Thanksgiving themes, with pieces by Emily Dickinson, Sandra Cisneros, and others. Caldecott Honor artist Priceman plays into the seasonality of the collection with sweeping, brightly colored gouache paintings; her pirouetting ice skaters, puddle-stomping kids, and laid-back fishermen shout celebration, no matter the time of year. All ages. (Oct.)In this companion to Julie Andrews Collection of Poems, Songs, and Lullabies (2009), the prolific mother-daughter team anthologizes verses and lyrics celebrating events throughout the year. Arranged seasonally, the poems relate to weather, secular and religious holidays, and rites of passage. Songs (for example, Sunrise, Sunset) appear without music, although Andrews encourages readers to track down the melodies. The authors also contribute their own poems, including A Valentine (Andrews) and Ode to Us (Hamilton). Coverage is diverse, ranging from Martin Luther King Day to Chinese New Year to Passover to Ramadan Has Begun to Kwanzaa Days. Many of the poets are familiarMyra Cohn Livingston, Rachel Field, Jack Prelutsky, Barbara Juster Esbensen, Lillian Moorealthough the selected verses may not be; their tone ranges from sentimental to humorous to poignant. Pricemans colorful gouache illustrations (printed on heavy card stock) feature smiling children engaged in active pursuits. Perfect for family sharing, this also makes a valuable resource for teachers and librarians in need of verses for special days. Grades 2-5. --Kay Weisman; Title: Julie Andrews' Treasury for All Seasons: Poems and Songs to Celebrate the Year | [
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10,331 | 2 | Sandra Magsamen is an artist, mom, author of Living Artfully and creator of the Messages From The Heart brand. She designs gifts and ideas that encourage us to live with heart. Sandra Magsamen lives artfully with her family in the Maryland town in which she grew up. Please visit her online at www.sandramagsamen.com.; Title: My Little Monkey (Board Books with Plush Toys) | [
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10,332 | 14 | Jerry Seinfeld, the Emmy award-winning comedian, writer and actor, starred for nine years in Seinfeld, one of the most acclaimed sitcoms of all time. He is the author of a previous #1 bestselling book for adults, Seinlanguage, and a one-man HBO special, "I'm Telling You For the Last Time." He resides in New York with his wife, Jessica, and three children.James Bennett has illustrated for many major publications, including Time, Sports Illustrated, Business Week, and Mad Magazine. Last year he received the Hamilton King Award from the Society of Illustrators for Best Illustration of the Year. He lives and works in Bucks County, with his wife, Susan, and their two young boys, Steven and Brett.; Title: Halloween | [
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10,333 | 2 | Sandra Magsamen is an artist, mom, author of Living Artfully, and creator of the Messages From The Heart brand. She designs gifts and ideas that encourage us to live with heart. Sandra Magsamen lives artfully with her family in the Maryland town in which she grew up. You can visit her online at www.sandramagsamen.com.; Title: Twinkle, Twinkle, You're My Star (Snuggle-Me Stories) | [
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10,334 | 7 | At the center of this third book in the Secret series is the Tuning Fork and its mystery. Cass, Max-Ernest, and Yo-Yogi find themselves involved in a great chocolate mystery. Sinister Seor Hugo, great experimenter of chocolate, and the infamous Dr. L and Ms. Mauvais hold Cass mom as hostage as they seek the secret of immortality. Bosch again intersperses the story with warnings for readers and gives footnote explanations about types of chocolate. Fords hauntingly humorous illustrations provide brief intermissions in the story. Although there is no secret code to unravel, fans of the first two books will find this sequel satisfying. Grades 4-7. --J. B. PettyWith the focus of his third book being chocolate, will elusive narrator Pseudonymous Bosch finally reveal his secret identity? You'll have to wait and see. In the meantime, don't forget to gather clues from his previous books: The Name of This Book is Secret and If You're Reading This, It's Too Late.; Title: This Book Is Not Good For You (The Secret Series, Book 3) | [
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10,335 | 2 | Toot & Puddle: I'll Be Home for Christmas:* #1 New York Times children's bestseller"Hobbie's chipper text and alternately cozy and funny watercolors are as winning as ever." *Publishers Weekly, starred review"The lovable piglets are at their best-friend best in his holiday tale." *Bulletin of the CCB, recommended book"Children and caregivers will enjoy snuggling together to share this book." *School Library JournalToot & Puddle: You Are My Sunshine:"Gentle watercolors add a light touch without compromising the compassion found in this graceful treatment of a delicate issue." *Kirkus, pointered review"The illustrations are right on target." *School Library JournalToot & Puddle: A Present for Toot:* A 1998 Parents' Choice Recommendation"Hobbie beautifully depicts these two appealing pigs in expressive and detailed watercolors." *School Library Journal"Hobbie's watercolors are delightful, and Puddle's search for the perfect present is endearing." *Kirkus"Wonderfully on target for young children." *BooklistHolly Hobbie has worked as an artist for more than thirty years and is the author of ten previous and highly acclaimed Toot & Puddle picture books, as well as an illustrated memoir, The Art of Holly Hobbie. The mother of grown children, she lives with her husband in Conway, Massachusetts.; Title: I'll Be Home for Christmas | [
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10,336 | 0 | PreSchool-Grade 2 Cats may have a reputation for being finicky, but there's not a feline in this book that's as fussy as the little girl telling the story, a companion to I Don't Want a Posh Dog! (Little, Brown, 2009). In fluid rhyming text she turns down a cool cat, a stuffy cat, a greedy cat, and a prize cat. The cat she wants has one important feature it's a cat she can call her own. Pedigree and distinction cannot measure up to affection, and the one she chooses is just what anyone would want. There is no shortage of charm or humor in this book, exhibited by the artwork. Dodd uses solid colors and heavy outlines to distinguish figures against pastel-colored pages devoid of all background. The illustrations are all on spreads that make full use of the oversize space, even when they hardly take up any of it, as in the case of the slinky, dinky, twinky cat, whose inability to fill a page personifies its inability to meet the girl's desires. Playful and jubilant, this book for cat connoisseurs will work well as a read-a-loud and for emerging readers who like to have fun with sounds and words. Kara Schaff Dean, Walpole Public Library, MA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.*Starred Review* When it comes to cats, the little girl with a Buster Brown haircut knows what she does not want: A stuffy cat. A huffy, over-fluffy cat. Nor a greedy please-feed-me cat, and certainly not a cool cat. One look at the disdainful Siamese in the illustration, and you know just what the girl means. There's the thinnest layer of actual story here, but the true-to-life hilarity of the text commands attention, especially when mixed with such smart art. With a combination of paint and collage, the images have a three-dimensional feel as they sit on their smooth, candy-colored backgrounds. The girl and her potential felines are drawn using simple shapes, but the bold spreads, with their big images and play on perspective, are truly dramatic. Combine the art with the pithy text, and you've got a book that's perfect to read aloud to groups. Not that individuals won't like it, too. Who can resist the kitten, the glad-when-I-come-home cat that finally wins the day? Preschool-Grade 1. --Ilene Cooper; Title: I Don't Want a Cool Cat! | [
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10,337 | 15 | Kindergarten-Grade 4The narrator states, "I take care of the earth because I know I can do little things every day to make a BIG difference." Parr then offers a practical catalog of simple activities easily managed by even quite young children, followed by clear explanations of how those simple things can have a large impact on the health of our planet. "I use both sides of the paper and bring my own bags to market becauseI love the trees and I want the owls to have a place to live." The book is "printed with recycled materials and nontoxic soy inks." The vibrantly colored cartoons with heavy black outlines resemble those a child might create. Useful as an introduction to the subject, this is a bright and cheerful presentation.Grace Oliff, Ann Blanche Smith School, Hillsdale, NJ Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.With illustrations that look as though they might have been done by enthusiastic children themselves, Parrs book offers first-person advice about ways to take care of the earth. Although the suggestions are fine (I turn off the faucet while I brush my teeth) the reasons behind the actions (because I love the fish) could use more explanation for such a young audience. The strong appeal comes from the simple artwork done in Parrs signature style, which features pure colors, objects and people outlined in thick black ink, and kids whose round faces are comprised of two dots for eyes and upturned lines for mouths. Young children will get a kick out of the vivid art (and the funny touches, like a fish wearing glasses); feel helpful when they do things like write on both sides of the paper; and perhaps intuit why protecting the environment is a good thing, if not exactly making the connection between saving paper and saving trees. Preschool-Grade 1. --Ilene Cooper; Title: The EARTH Book | [
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10,338 | 6 | Elise Broach has written a number of books for children and teens, including the award-winning picture book, When Dinosaurs Came with Everything. She lives with her family in Connecticut.Cori Doerrfeld has illustrated a variety of children's books, including Brooke Shields bestselling Welcome to Your World, Baby and It's the Best Day Ever, Dad! Cori lives in Minnesota with her husband, who is also an artist.; Title: Seashore Baby (Baby Seasons) | [
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10,339 | 2 | "Reading this book aloud to little ones, and discussing the pictures and concepts is a great way to start kids on a lifetime of openly discussing feelings and problems. This book has wonderful, feel good, positive messages of acceptance and confidence that promote understanding and are fun to read for kids and the adults who love them." Myshelf.com"The book unites the concept of tolerance of differences with simple images for easy understanding and comprehension. It's Okay to be Different encourages readers to accept themselves and others."Children's Literature"[Parr] wisely doesn't zero in on specifics, which would force him to establish what's 'normal.' Instead, he focuses on acceptance and individuality and encourages readers to do the same."Publisher's WeeklyTodd Parr has inspired and empowered children around the world with his bold images and positive messages. He is the bestselling author of more than forty books, including The Goodbye Book, The Family Book, The I Love You Book, and It's Okay to be Different. He lives in Berkeley, California.; Title: It's Okay To Be Different (Todd Parr Classics) | [
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10,340 | 2 | Grade 2 Up—Through sections entitled "All Things Bright and Beautiful," "Accentuate the Positive," and "Leisure" (the proper pronunciation rhymes with pleasure), Andrews relates her lifelong love of poetry and how she and her daughter, co-selector Hamilton, share this passion. Andrews and Hamilton also contribute several poems. The generous collection includes a nice range of old favorites by Robert Louis Stevenson, Rachel Field, and Christina Rossetti. Recent poets include Frank Asch, Nikki Grimes, and Jack Prelutsky. Many of the songs hail from theater and movie musicals: "Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin'!" and "My Favorite Things," "Talk to the Animals," and "Feed the Birds." A CD featuring Andrews reading 21 poems is included. This is a warmly sentimental collection, leavened with humor and poignancy, and though it appears marketed toward adults who will purchase it for their home collections, educators and librarians will also embrace it for its sincere advocacy of reading aloud. McMullan's lush watercolor paintings add to the overall appeal of this well-crafted anthology.—Marilyn Taniguchi, Beverly Hills Public Library, CA ENDJulie Andrews is one of the most recognized figures in the world of entertainment best known for her performances in Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music and, more recently, The Princess Diaries. Julie is the author of many beloved children's books, including Mandy and The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles, and her recent bestselling memoir, Home. Visit the Julie Andrews Collection online at www.julieandrewscollection.com. Emma Walton Hamilton is a bestselling children's book author, editor, educator and theater arts professional. She has co-authored and published 16 books for children and young adults, four of which were New York Times bestsellers. Emma is the coauthor of the I Can Read! DUMPY easy readers series with her mother, Julie, and illustrated by her father, Tony Walton. James McMullan is an award-winning illustrator whose work has appeared in a variety of books for adults and young readers. He has been internationally recognized for his seventy posters for Lincoln Center Theater. McMullan received the New York Times Best Illustrated Book award in 2002 for the picture book I Stink!, and was also awarded with the Society of Illustrator's prestigious Hamilton King Award.; Title: Julie Andrews' Collection of Poems, Songs, and Lullabies | [
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10,341 | 2 | Stephen Emond is the creator of Emo Boy, which ran for twelve issues and two collections with Slave Labor Graphics. He also won a national contest for his comic strip series Steverino, which ran for several years in his local Connecticut newspaper. His first novel, Happyface, was published in March 2010. You can find him at www.stephenemond.com. ; Title: Happyface | [
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10,342 | 1 | * "A funny, suspenseful adventure that stretches the borders of readers' imaginations. A heartwarming and quirky cast of characters adds to the fun...Homer and Dog are a strange, silly, and lovable duo."School Library Journal, starred review"[A] droll, satisfying sequel...There is plenty of rip-roaring fun here; fans will applaud Homer and Dog's return."Kirkus Reviews"[Filled with] quirky side characters and over-the-top humor."Booklist"[A] satisfying sequel...Fans will love Homer and Dog's return."VOYASuzanne Selfors is the author of the Imaginary Veterinary series, the Smells Like Dog series, "Fortune's Magic Farm," "To Catch a Mermaid," and many other books. Rumor has it that she knows the real Dog but is keeping his identity a secret. A lifelong member of the Map of the Month Club, Suzanne hopes to launch an expedition and be the first person to discover the North Pole. With the help of Skylos, her loyal dog, she is currently traveling the world in search of her next story.; Title: Smells Like Treasure | [
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10,343 | 0 | A CCBC Recommended Multicultural Book for Children and Teens"Jewell Parker Rhodes has written a powerful novel about family and survival in the face of tragedy and has created in her twelve-year-old narrator Lanesha, a true heroine. [She] shows a kind of bravery and big-heartedness that is a gift she passes along to her friend, her community and the readers of this luminous book."Walter Mosley"An absolutely exquisite children's debut by Jewell Parker Rhodes. Jewell's vivid writing brings the setting to life, in a story that is both timely and unforgettable."Patricia Reilly Giff"Lanesha is a miraculous candle of a girl: her flame burns steadier in hurricane winds, and glows brighter against dark flood-waters. Jewell Parker Rhodes's book shines with love."Sara Pennypacker"An enjoyable, satisfying novel about the magical spirit of a young girl navigating her way through an American tragedy."Christopher Paul Curtis"A girl with special powers awakens to the New Orleans around her in a story told with gritty poetry."Richard Peck"A beautiful, moving, personal story. Unforgettable. I loved it."Justine LarbalestierJewell Parker Rhodesis the author ofNinth Ward, a Coretta Scott King honor book, andSugar, winner of the Jane Adams Peace Association book award. She has also written many award-winning books for adults. Jewell lives with her family in Arizona.; Title: Ninth Ward | [
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10,344 | 2 | Kansas CITY Star:Dr. Seuss, Shel Silverstein...Well I've found another to add to the list: Todd Parr.Todd Parr has inspired and empowered children around the world with his bold images and positive messages. He is the bestselling author of more than forty books, including The Goodbye Book, The Family Book, The I Love You Book, and It's Okay to be Different. He lives in Berkeley, California.; Title: Reading Makes You Feel Good (Todd Parr Classics) | [
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10,345 | 7 | "An absorbing sequel....[with] deliciously sinister and dreadful magical creatures."Kirkus Reviews"Young readers will continue to be intrigued by this page-turner and will look forward to the final book in the series."VOYA"[An] engaging fantasy series"BooklistMichelle Harrison is a British author and illustrator who lives in Oxford, England, and works for a children's publisher.; Title: 13 Curses (13 Treasures Trilogy) | [
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10,346 | 2 | PreSDoe-eyed Birdie, a budding five-year-old fashionista, is her ultra-stylish mother's eager wardrobe assistant, selecting jewelry, sunglasses, perfume, and shoes for Mom to wear each morning. When her mother finally grants Birdie permission to try on her closet full of "big-girl shoes," Birdie is thrilled. But she soon discovers that feeling glamorous in Mom's stilettos doesn't combine well with dancing or turning cartwheels, concluding that her "beautiful barefoot shoes" are still the best choice for her. (Practical girl, that Birdie!) The bold, stylized watercolor and collage illustrations, paired with spare, simple text, are set against ample white space and burst with bright, attractive textile patterns. A light confection for the preschool dress-up set.Kathleen Finn, St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski, VT ENDFirst-time author and illustrator Rim doesnt stray far from her roots as a shoe designer and retail illustrator for this light confection about a little girl who covets her mothers high heels. The drawings retain a trendy fashion feel through an emphasis on spare lines and heavy patterns, but the playfulness of the detailsBirdies hot-pink toenails, her mothers Audrey Hepburnlike postureheightens the appeal for those yearning for more sophistication than whats offered by Jane OConnors Fancy Nancy. Birdie starts out only dreaming, wide-eyed, about the closetful of footwear Mom possesses. She loved her crocodile pumps and her summer peep-toes and all her strappy sandals. Once Birdie tries the big-girl shoes out, however, she finds theyre not all that practical for everything she has imagined, and are just plain awkward when cartwheeling and dancing. Her conclusionFor now, she liked her beautiful barefoot shoes most of allseems a fine, age-appropriate response, an antidote to any undue expectations that childhood be rushed through. How refreshing. Preschool-Grade 1. --Karen Cruze; Title: Birdie's Big-Girl Shoes (Birdie Series) | [
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10,347 | 0 | The fifth entry in the You Read to Me, Ill Read to You series repeats the earlier books winning formula: text in two columns and two colors, set off to clearly delineate how to break up the stories to be shared by two readers out loud. This time, fables are featured, some commonly known (The Hare and the Tortoise) and others less familiar (The Peacock and the Crane). All are retold simply and engagingly and are illustrated with lively spot illustrations. Best for children who are already comfortable reading out loud, this would work as well with two young readers as it would with a child and an adult. Grades 1-4. --Diane Foote"Children's poet laureate Hoberman is really the master of unforced rhyme ... and Emberley's pencil-and-watercolor illustrations are as consistently spry as the poems."The Horn Book"Emberley's pencil and watercolor spot illustrations bring fresh energy to the classic tales as well as a softening tone: the Hare and the Tortoise race on bicycles (the Hare wears spandex), and the golden-egg laying goose has a button-up chest, ensuring that the farmer doesn't have to use his knife. The jaunty rhymes and theatrical element of adopting a persona should spark enthusiasm from reluctant readers."Publishers Weekly"Repeats the earlier books' winning formula...All are retold simply and engagingly and are illustrated with lively spot illustrations."Booklist"The latest installment from [the] wildly successful series...the text is delivered in punchy, color-coded typography that makes abundant use of repetition and rhyme to bring the stories to readaloud life. Emberley's playful illustrations provide fresh interpretations of many of the tales."Bulletin for the Center of Children's Books"The familiar tales are told with gentle humor, and Emberley's pencil-and-watercolor illustrations bring personality and life to the animal characters...a solid pick for most picture-book collections."School Library Journal; Title: You Read to Me, I'll Read to You: Very Short Fables to Read Together | [
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10,348 | 0 | Gr 5-8-Through the sharp eyes of a 10-year-old, readers experience the hardship of life on a Louisiana sugar plantation after Emancipation. Clever, courageous, and perceptive, Sugar is basically an orphan. Her mother died, and her father was sold five years before the story begins. She lives alone next door to Mister and Missus Beale, who have become her surrogate parents. Sugar wonders why she still can't do what she wants and why she still must work and live under miserable conditions. When she becomes friendly with Billy Wills, the son of the plantation owner, she can't understand why their friendship must be secret. Her feistiness and sense of loyalty shine in the poignant scenes when she insists on being with Billy when he is sick. When Mr. Wills hires Chinese workers to fill the void left by former slaves going north, Sugar is fascinated by their ways and their stories. She loves the Br'er Rabbit trickster tales Mister Beale tells in which Rabbit outsmarts the seemingly more clever hyena. As in Ninth Ward (Little, Brown, 2010), Rhodes has created a remarkable protagonist as she artfully brings American history to life. She shines a light on bigotry and the difficulty former slave owners and former slaves had adjusting to "freedom," and her skillful prose creates vibrant images of the story's milieu. Above all, though, this beautiful novel instantly grips readers' attention and emotions, holding them until the last word.-Renee Steinberg, formerly at Fieldstone Middle School, Montvale, NJ(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Ten-year-old Sugar, named after the cane she sharecrops with other freed people, hates her name. It makes her think of her father being sold off into slavery, her mother who died from the hard work in the fields, and her own life of toil. She would rather be playing, but she is the last little one around after all the other young people left the plantation to live in the North. However, her own way of life is threatened once she learns through her verboten friendship with the plantation owners son that his father plans to bring in labor from China. Rhodes creates a unique cultural snapshot of Reconstruction Era Louisiana by introducing Chinese immigrants to the mix. Drawing inspiration from Lucy M. Cohens Chinese in the PostCivil War South (1984), Rhodes creates a cross-cultural exchange that includes trickster tales, food appreciation, and good old-fashioned friendship. Sugar is an appealing, adventurous heroine full of curiosity and joy, an element sorely needed in light of the heavy subject. Grades 3-5. --Courtney Jones; Title: Sugar | [
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10,349 | 2 | "Inherent humor [and] a carefully distilled text make this a forceful environmental guide for the youngest readers - and listeners."Publisher's Weekly"An ideal and upbeat way to introduce the problems in our environment."Horn BookLaurie Krasny Brown is an author, educator, and parent committed to providing answers to the questions children have. She has written many books, including the popular Dino Tales: Life Guides for Families series, illustrated by her husband, Marc Brown. Marc Brown is the creator of the bestselling Arthur Adventure book series and co-developer of the children's PBS television series, Arthur. He has also created a second book series, featuring D.W., Arthur's little sister, as well as numerous other books for children. Marc Brown lives with his family in Tisbury, Massachusetts, on Martha's Vineyard.; Title: Dinosaurs Go Green!: A Guide to Protecting Our Planet (Dino Life Guides for Families) | [
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10,350 | 2 | Dr. Seuss, Shel Silverstein...Well I've found another to add to the list: Todd Parr. Kansas CITY StarTodd Parr has inspired and empowered children around the world with his bold images and positive messages. He is the bestselling author of more than forty books, including The Goodbye Book, The Family Book, The I Love You Book, and It's Okay to be Different. He lives in Berkeley, California.; Title: The Feel Good Book (Todd Parr Classics) | [
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10,351 | 2 | Patrick McDonnell is the creator of the Mutts comic strip, which is about to celebrate its fifteenth anniversary. He has illustrated for the New York Times, Sports Illustrated, Reader's Digest, Time, Parents, and other journals, done CD covers for the Greatest Hits classical music series, and created a license plate for his home state of New Jersey. Hailed as "the next Charles Schulz," Patrick sits on the board of directors of the Humane Society of the United States, and has won numerous awards for both Mutts and his animal welfare work. He is the author of The Gift of Nothing, Art, Just Like Heaven, Hug Time, and South, and the co-author of Krazy Kat: The Comic Art of George Herriman.; Title: Wag! | [
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10,352 | 7 | Derek Benz and J.S. Lewis have been friends since they could remember. They grew up sharing birthday parties, Saturday morning cartoons, comic books and baseball cards. Together the boys spent much of their childhood on Derek's family farm in Iowa, exploring the sprawling woodlands nearby, which they secretly suspected was enchanted. This inspired Derek and Jon to create the first Grey Griffins trilogy: The Revenge of the Shadow King, The Rise of the Black Wolf and The Fall of the Templar. Derek Benz lives in New Jersey with his wife and son. J.S. Lewis lives in Arizona with his wife and three daughters.; Title: Grey Griffins: The Paragon Prison (Grey Griffins: The Clockwork Chronicles) | [
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10,353 | 16 | Rachael Hale has won numerous awards for her animal portraits. Since 1995, her images have been published on calendars, posters, greeting cards, and stationery in over 60 countries worldwide. She lives and works in Auckland, New Zealand, with her three cats Edmund, Gianni, and Versace.; Title: Baby Colors (Beautiful Babies) | [
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10,355 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 1As any library staff member will tell you, there can never be too many princess stories. While this collaboration between Julie Andrews and her daughter, Emma Hamilton, does not stand out as anything particularly different, it does have enough sparkle to keep young readers interested. Geraldine leads a rather ordinary life, and each page highlights a part of her mundane day. However, in the grand tradition of other literary, bedazzled mini-divas, Geraldine's imagination and love for the color pink brighten the daily grind of being a scab-kneed little girl. Readers will enjoy Geraldine's princess attitude and the vibrant fantasy brought to life through Davenier's ink and colored pencil illustrations. However, for girly girl stories with a bit more attitude, stick with reigning princesses Eloise, Fancy Nancy, and Olivia.Sarah Townsend, Norfolk Public Library, VA (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.A girl who believes she is really a princess isn't a new premise in children's literature, so it's refreshing to find a very real little girl as our protagonist, especially given a title that evokes an expectation of a more traditionally froufrou young royal. Geraldine (Gerry) just knows she is a princess and narrates the events of her day, offering commentary about her many doubters: My brother, Stewart, says princesses don't wear sneakers and don't have scabby knees. Gerry's type of princess isn't too precious; in response to her brother, she asserts, Fairy princesses are very practical. A long day passesbreakfast, school, playtime, and dinnerbefore the one person who never doubts her comes home: Daddy. Freckled, spiky haired, pink clad, and irrepressible, Geraldine is reminiscent of Eloise. She lets kids know it's not necessary to be prim and proper to be a real princess; princesses who just want to have fun will find plenty of that here. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Diane Foote; Title: The Very Fairy Princess | [
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10,356 | 1 | * "Selfors offers up an adventure tale that features a humorous, high-stakes mystery and a lovable hero...Peppered with funny dialogue, this joyous romp is a page-turning adventure that will appeal to enthusiastic and reluctant readers alike."Kirkus Reviews, starred review"A fantastic tale in every good sense of the word...Homer W. Pudding: my kind of hero."Rebecca Stead, author of Newbery Medal winner When You Reach Me"Fans who enjoy the editorializing and over-the-top humor in Wendelin Van Draanen's Gecko and Sticky series will take pleasure in this misfit duo's quirky adventures."Booklist"Full of fantastic characters (eccentric adventurers, sinister and surprising villains, and one droopy but very special dog), delightful humor, and wonderful adventures, this book is a treasure. Every page made me smile."Sarah Beth Durst, author of Into the Wild and Out of the Wild"Join a delightful band of misfits on a rollicking adventure... Full of fantasy, fun and humorous dialogue, this will attract dog lovers, mystery enthusiasts, adventure addicts, and reluctant readers. A thoroughly enjoyable read."VOYASuzanne Selfors is the author of the Imaginary Veterinary series, the Smells Like Dog series, "Fortune's Magic Farm," "To Catch a Mermaid," and many other books. Rumor has it that just like the hero of "Smells Like Dog," she dreams of becoming a famous treasure hunter. With the help of her loyal dog, Skylos, she's dug many holes in her backyard. Her most prized discoveries include a piece of petrified wood, a petrified slug, and something that resembles a shrunken head, but this has yet to be confirmed.; Title: Smells Like Dog | [
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10,357 | 13 | Julie Andrews is one of the most recognized figures in the world of entertainment, best known for her performances in The Sound of Music, Mary Poppins, and more recently, The Princess Diaries. Julie is the author of many beloved children's books, including Mandy, The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles, The Very Fairy Princess which hit #1 on the NYT best-seller list, and Julie Andrews' Collection of Poems, Songs and Lullabies which debuted on the list at #3.Emma Walton Hamilton is a bestselling children's book author, editor, arts educator, and theater professional. Together with her mother, Julie Andrews, she has coauthored sixteen books for young readers including the Dumpy the Dump Truck series, Simeon's Gift, and The Great American Mousical. Her most recent book, for parents, educators, and caregivers, is Raising Bookworms: Getting Kids Reading for Pleasure and Empowerment. The authors invite you to visit them online at www.julieandrewscollection.com.Christine Davenier has illustrated many picture books including The First Thing My Mama Told Me by Susan Marie Swanson, for which she received a New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Book of the Year Award. She lives in Paris, France.; Title: The Very Fairy Princess Takes the Stage | [
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10,358 | 2 | Apperley's (the Hide and Seek series) reassuring if predictable tale introduces an inseparable bunny and bear, who swing from trees and make flower crowns in summer and giggle when the falling leaves tickle their noses in the fall. The companions watch out for each other in times of trouble: when Blossom falls down and hurts her paw, Boo bandages it with a leaf and holds her; and when mice scamper off with Boo's berries, Blossom comforts him and gives him the rest of her stash. Boo warns her that he will hibernate in the winter, and when he disappears Blossom feels sad and lonely, yet she finds solace in the memories of playing with her pal. And when the two reunite in the spring, they share "the biggest best-friend hug in the world!" Apperley's unadorned, at times childlike, watercolor and pencil illustrations convey the chums' changeable emotions (e.g., as Blossom sits alone in the falling snow outside of the sleeping Boo's cave, her shoulders slump and her ears droop). The sizable scale of the art and the narrative's easily grasped concept recommend this as a preschool read-aloud, especially since the various feelings the friends experience will spark story-hour discussion. Ages 3-5.Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.K-Gr 2-Boo the Bear and Blossom the Bunny are best friends. As fall arrives, Boo is sad because that means it will soon be time to hibernate, and he will not see Blossom all winter long. They remind one another, however, that they are still best friends. One day, Boo does not come out to play, even though Blossom waits and waits and waits. He's fast asleep, and she is sad. However, as she thinks about the good times they had and remembers all the things they did together, she feels better. Soon, of course, spring arrives, and they're together again. The illustrations, done in charcoal and soft watercolors, are adequate, but they are not standouts. The story itself lacks passion and emotion. Not much happens, and the friendship is not convincing.-Roxanne Burg, Thousand Oaks Library, CACopyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.; Title: Blossom and Boo : A Story about Best Friends | [
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10,361 | 2 | Starred Review. Grade 8 UpSurreptitiously living in Hello Yellow, the school bus her mother drives as a part-time job, Amber Appleton is an upbeat Catholic who spreads joy and happiness while keeping her own difficulties at home very quiet. Her dog, Billy Big Boy, is her companion whenever possible. Routinely, Amber teaches ESL to the KDFC, dubbed the Korean Divas for Christ, with Father Chee on the piano; visits Private Jackson, a Vietnam veteran and haiku specialist; and regularly stops at a nursing home where Old Man Linder backs her corner in her ongoing war of insults with Joan of Old, a Nietzschean cantankerous grump who inevitably smiles in the face of Amber's upbeat humor. The teen and her friends comprise the Franks Freaks Force Federation, ostensibly a school marketing club, but really a place for them to gather. AA's unending optimism in the face of difficult circumstances is well depicted with snappy dialogue and inner musings. When real tragedy hits and Amber is unable to cope, the stark difference between the Amber of the past and the present is delivered in extensive white space and short paragraphs. Amber feels blank. Her reemergence is abrupt, but like a musical, it provides the feel-good ending that rolls on until every bow is tied, every bad guy is given a dose of the Amber spirit, and all of the people in her life are brought together. This book is the answer to all those angst-ridden and painfully grim novels in the shortcut lingo of short attention-span theater. Hugely enjoyable.Carol A. Edwards, Denver Public Library, CO (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Although Amber and her single alcoholic mother are currently homeless and have been secretly crashing in a school bus, the 17-year-old remains a self-proclaimed princess of hope. And why not, when she has an adorable rescued dog and fellow socially challenged friends in the Franks Freak Force Federation? She is teaching English after school to Catholic Korean women, the Korean Divas for Christ, through classic R & B music; she is learning the art of haiku from a once-reclusive Vietnam vet; she is the reigning champion in a weekly word battle against a Nietzsche-loving senior at the Methodist Retirement Home; and she lives according to her tremendous faith. Her world and faith shatter, however, when her mother suffers a violent tragedy, and afterward, Amber struggles to reclaim her belief in God. This memorable teens fresh voice and uplifting spirit will endear readers (word!), while a bring-down-the-house ending will inspire them to find the best in humanity (true!). Sure, Amber may be a little over the top at times, but arent all rock stars? Grades 9-12. --Angela Leeper; Title: Sorta Like a Rock Star | [
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10,362 | 2 | Todd Parr has inspired and empowered children around the world with his bold images and positive messages. He is the bestselling author of more than forty books, including The Goodbye Book, The Family Book, The I Love You Book, and It's Okay to be Different. He lives in Berkeley, California.; Title: The Peace Book (Todd Parr Classics) | [
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10,364 | 2 | PreS-1-Three little monsters love to CRASH!, BASH!, and SMASH! Every day they argue over who is the best monster, until they join forces to "make a MONSTER monster. The biggest, baddest monster EVER!" At first, their efforts look successful, but to their horror, the creature's first words after tearing off his bandages are "Dank you." The enormous Frankenstein look-alike contents himself with breathing fresh air and gently greeting the spiders, bats, and rats in the castle. But just as the little monsters begin to despair, Monster lets out a ROAR and smashes through the dungeon wall, heading toward the "monster-fearing village" below. Is he finally off to make mayhem? Or will his exploits end in a lesson for the little monsters about gratitude and sharing? McDonnell's monsters are comic and endearing, and the book's colors gently shift from dark and gloomy to warm as the story progresses. The message is well executed, and the little beasts' exuberance at their badness keeps the tale from devolving into platitudes. This delightful title will provide a new option for "not so scary" monster storytimes.-Suzanne Myers Harold, Multnomah County Library System, Portland, OR(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.McDonnell moves from cozy biography (Booklist Top of the List winner Me . . . Jane, 2011) to, naturally, marauding monsters. Grouch (the horned one), Grump (the furry one), and Gloom n Doom (the two-headed one) are certain that theyre awesome monsters: They lived in a dark monster castle, high atop a dark monster mountain overlooking a monster-fearing village. Their monstrous proclivities will be familiar to young readers: they complain, throw tantrums, and fightbut its just not enough! So they build a Frankenstein monster to make mayhem in the village. Problem! Monster no like mayhem. Monster like petting spiders and eating jelly donuts and relaxing on beach. Baffled by Monsters behavior, the three friends have no choice but to give his easygoing manner a try. McDonnell arranges the tale so that it blooms like a dawning day, beginning in muddy grays and browns before lightening to blue and yellow as the morningand the charactersbrighten. The friends are appropriately tiny, the monster appropriately big, and the message appropriately sweet. Relax, little monsters, and enjoy the day. Grades K-2. --Daniel Kraus; Title: The Monsters' Monster | [
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10,365 | 2 | Rachael Hale Internationally acclaimed photographer, has won numerous awards for her portraits. Since 1995, her images have been published on calendars, posters, greeting cards, and stationery in over 60 countries. She Rachael lives in Auckland with her partner Andrew, three cats, and a Dalmatian Boxer-cross.; Title: Baby Giggles (Beautiful Babies) | [
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10,366 | 6 | When the most famous heroes on the planet unite to face the world's greatest villains, you get the biggest, most family-friendly super hero team-up in history: the Marvel Super Hero Squad. Every day in Super Hero City is full of exciting surprises, as Iron Man, Spider-Man, Hulk, Wolverine, Thor, The Fantastic Four, and many more classic characters work together to defeat the bad guys from Villainville. Only the Super Hero Squad can protect their neighborhood and friends through wholesome heroics and fast-paced adventures!For more information on the Marvel Super Hero Squad, visit www.marvelkids.com. Kirsten Mayer has written several books for children, including a New York Times bestseller. She lives in Brooklyn, NY, amidst towers of books and shoes, with two bratty cats and one patient husband.; Title: Super Hero Squad: Iron Man Springs Into Action! (Marvel Super Hero Squad) | [
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10,367 | 7 | Starred Review. Grade 58An intriguing, exciting blend of fantasy and mystery. Tanya, 13, is being tormented by bullying fairies no one else can see. Fed up with her odd behavior, her mother sends her to her unwelcoming grandmother at her dark manor house surrounded by a forest that Tanya is forbidden to enter. When children begin to disappear, she realizes that it is up to her, along with the caretaker's son, Fabian, to go into Hangman's Wood and find the truth. There she encounters a girl who disappeared 50 years earlier, and who Fabian's grandfather was accused of murdering. It will take more than courage for her to accomplish her mission, for Tanya must use the one gift she possesses that she wishes she didn't havethe ability to enter the fairies' realmand she almost loses her life in the process. This truly absorbing page-turner is fresh and clever, and readers will be on the edge of their seats wondering if and how Tanya will outwit her nemeses.Kathy Kirchoefer, Prince Georges County Memorial Library System, New Carrollton, MD (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Michelle Harrison is a twenty-eight year old British author and illustrator who works as an editorial assistant in Oxford UK's children's fiction division. ; Title: 13 Treasures (13 Treasures Trilogy) | [
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10,368 | 6 | When the most famous heroes on the planet unite to face the world's greatest villains, you get the biggest, most family-friendly super hero team-up in history: the Marvel Super Hero Squad. Every day in Super Hero City is full of exciting surprises, as Iron Man, Spider-Man, Hulk, Wolverine, Thor, The Fantastic Four, and many more classic characters work together to defeat the bad guys from Villainville. Only the Super Hero Squad can protect their neighborhood and friends through wholesome heroics and fast-paced adventures!Originally from Canada, Chris Strathearn now lives in Brooklyn with his wife and two cats. He has written stories for early readers based on superheroes such as Superman, Wolverine, and the Hulk.; Title: Super Hero Squad: Hulk Saves the Day! (Marvel Super Hero Squad) | [
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10,369 | 1 | These six simple, witty tales reso-nate with the flavor of a far-off land;Pinkney--in one of his earliest illustrative efforts--contributes droll, highly stylized illustrations. Ages 4-10. Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.Jerry Pinkney is one of the most heralded children's book illustrators of all time. He has the rare distinction of being the recipient of five Caldecott Honors and the winner of the 2010 Caldecott medal for The Lion and the Mouse, and has since created two companion picture books: The Tortoise & the Hare and The Grasshopper & the Ants. He has won the Coretta Scott King Award five times, the Coretta Scott King Honor four times, and has been nominated for the prestigious Hans Christian Anderson Award. He was also the first children's book illustrator elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. He lives with his wife, author Gloria Jean Pinkney, in Croton-on-Hudson, New York. The artist invites you to visit his website at jerrypinkneystudio.com.; Title: The Adventures of Spider: West African Folktales (BookFestival) | [
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10,370 | 2 | Grade 25A true story of a feral dog from Iraq that found a home in the United States. In October 2007, Border Transition Team 3/5/2 arrived at the border of Iraq and Syria. The team members were greeted by a pack of wild dogs, whose leader became known as "Nubs" because of his docked ears. He developed a bond with Dennis, and as the troops would come and go over the course of several weeks, they were always greeted by the dogs. Nubs exhibited signs of malnutrition and abuse yet he continued to seek food and companionship from the Marines, often trying to follow them when they'd leave. In December 2007, when they relocated to the Jordanian border, 70 miles away, he embarked on a treacherous journey across the desert and, two days later, walked into the camp. Because Marine regulations prohibit the keeping of pets in a war zone, Major Dennis and his men collected donations and arranged to send Nubs to the United States. He was eventually reunited with the dog in 2008. The narrative, which sometimes lacks clarity, includes a substantial amount of original documentationphotos taken by members of the 3/5/2, emails from Dennis to his friends in San Diego, and copies of the State Department "passport" allowing Nubs to travel. This is a feel-good entry in the current trend of inspirational true animal stories.Kara Schaff Dean, Walpole Public Library, MA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Brian Dennis is the major in the Marines. He and Nubs live in San Diego.Kirby Larson is the acclaimed author of the 2007 Newbery Honor book, Hattie Big Sky. Her most recent title is Two Bobbies: A True Story of Hurricane Katrina, Friendship and Survival, co-written with Mary Nethery. Kirby lives in Kenmore, Washington.Mary Nethery is the author of many picture books, including Hannah and Jack, Mary Veronica's Egg, and Orange Cat Goes to Market. Mary lives in Eureka, California. ; Title: Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine & a Miracle | [
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10,371 | 7 | Derek Benz and J.S. Lewis have been best friends since they could remember. They grew up sharing birthday parties, Saturday morning cartoons, comic books and baseball cards, and spent much of their childhood exploring the sprawling woodlands behind Derek's family farm, which they secretly suspected was enchanted. They are the authors of three previous books featuring The Grey Griffins: The Revenge of the Shadow King, The Rise of the Black Wolf and The Fall of the Templar. Derek Benz currently lives with his wife and son in New Jersey.J.S. Lewis lives with his wife and daughters in Arizona.; Title: Grey Griffins: The Brimstone Key (Grey Griffins: The Clockwork Chronicles) | [
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10,372 | 2 | Tim Kehoe is the inventor of numerous toy products, including the world's first colored bubbles, called Zubbles, and he was recently named one of America's 100 Best by Reader's Digest. In 2005, Zubbles was awarded Popular Science's Grand Prize for Innovation. The Unusual Mind of Vincent Shadow was Tim's debut children's book. He lives with his wife and five children in Minnesota. Visit him online at www.timkehoe.com. ; Title: The Top Secret Toys (Vincent Shadow) | [
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10,373 | 2 | Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.; Title: Power Pitcher (Matt Christopher Sports) | [
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10,374 | 0 | "Funke's consummate way with setting, well interpreted in Offermann's looming illustrations, brings the medieval English town (and all of its ghosts) to life, from the sprawling boarding school campus to the echoes-of-the-past cathedral and eerie cemetery grounds; a side jaunt to Stonehenge even adds some levity. Appended notes discuss Funke's inspiration for the story and provide history about the real-life people and places."Horn Book"Funke follows her foray into YA (Reckless) with a simultaneously creepy and romantic middle-grade ghost story that will please her legions of younger fans. Despite the book's length, the story moves quickly, filled with daring midnight expeditions and close calls with death."Publisher's Weekly"Historic details about the real Hartgill, Longspee and Stourton are deftly woven into a ripping good story. It's told with self-effacing humor from the perspective of an awkward boy who emerges as honorable and brave as the ghost knight and the contemporary girl he befriends. Black-and-white illustrations add to the Tudor atmosphere and drama. Sword-swinging ghosts will haunt readers of this droll, harrowing and historically grounded ghost story."Kirkus; Title: Ghost Knight | [
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10,375 | 2 | Corinne Demas always wanted a dog when she was a child, but the New York City apartment building where she grew up didn't allow them. Since then, she's had three dogs: Melly, Suba, and Argos. She is the award-winning author of numerous books for children and adults. Her most recent picture book is Always In Trouble. Demas lives with her family in Massachusetts and is a professor of English at Mount Holyoke College. Her Web site is www.corinnedemas.com. Ard Hoyt has illustrated several books for children, including I'm a Manatee, by John Lithgow. He is the proud owner of a mutt named Lickerish, and lives with his wife and three children in Arkansas. ; Title: Saying Goodbye to Lulu | [
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10,376 | 7 | Derek Benz and J.S. Lewis have been friends since they could remember. They grew up sharing birthday parties, Saturday morning cartoons, comic books and baseball cards. Together the boys spent much of their childhood on Derek's family farm in Iowa, exploring the sprawling woodlands nearby, which they secretly suspected was enchanted. This inspired Derek and Jon to create the first Grey Griffins trilogy: The Revenge of the Shadow King, The Rise of the Black Wolf and The Fall of the Templar. Derek Benz lives in New Jersey with his wife and son.J.S. Lewis lives in Arizona with his wife and three daughters.; Title: Grey Griffins: The Relic Hunters (Grey Griffins: The Clockwork Chronicles) | [
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10,377 | 1 | A 2012 Caldecott Honor BookA Charlotte Zolotow Award WinnerA Horn Book Fanfare BookA New York Times Best Illustrated Children's BookA New York Times Notable Children's BookA Booklist Editor's Choice BookA Kirkus Reviews Best BookA Kids' Indie Next List BookA 2011 Bank Street College Children's Book Committee Outstanding BookA University of Wisconsin-Madison CCBC 2012 Children's Choices BookA Parents' Choice Silver Honor BookA National Parenting Publications Awards Gold WinnerA Booklinks Lasting Connections BookA 2014 Illinois Monarch Children's Choice Award WinnerA 2014 Iowa Goldfinch Book Award Winner"This remarkable picture book is one of the few that speaks, in a meaningful way, to all ages."Booklist, starred review"McDonnell's book is... inspirational."The Horn Book, starred review"Children will appreciate McDonnell's original format and take heart that interests logged in their own diaries might turn into lifelong passions."Kirkus Reviews, starred review"McDonnell's skill as a cartoonist enables him to express Goodall's joy, wonder and satisfaction with a simple stroke of the pen."New York Times"[A] tender homage... engaging... an appealing and satisfying introduction to a well-known scientist and activist."School Library Journal"McDonnell's concentration on [Goodall's] childhood fantasies carries a strong message to readers that their own dreams--even the wildly improbable ones--may be realizable, too."Publishers WeeklyPatrick McDonnell is the author and illustrator of Tek: The Modern Cave Boy, Thank You and Good Night, A Perfectly Messed-Up Story, The Monsters' Monster, and Me...Jane, a Caldecott Honor Book. He is also the creator of the internationally syndicated comic strip Mutts, which inspired his picture books The Gift of Nothing, Hug Time, and others. He lives in New Jersey.; Title: Me . . . Jane | [
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10,378 | 2 | Patrick McDonnell is the creator of the Mutts comic strip, which is about to celebrate its fifteenth anniversary. He has illustrated for the New York Times, Sports Illustrated, Reader's Digest, Time, Parents, and other journals, created CD covers for the Greatest Hit classical music series, and designed a license plate for his home state of New Jersey. Patrick has been hailed as "the next Charles Schulz," sits on the board of directors of the Humane Society of the United States, and has won numerous awards for both Mutts and his animal welfare work. He is the co-author of Krazy Kat: The Comic Art of George Herriman and also contributed a story to Little Lit: It Was a Dark and Silly Night, edited by Art Spiegelman and Francine Mouly (HarperCollins, 2003).; Title: The Gift of Nothing (Special Edition) | [
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10,379 | 2 | PreSchool-KEverything Penny owns is pink: her sunglasses, shoes, toys, bike, and potty. She also enjoys eating pink cotton candy and ice cream. She imagines a world in which everything is her favorite color, including trees, birds, dogs, cats, and even a monster. This illusion is shattered when her parents announce that she has a new baby brother. Penny is disappointed at first, since "boys are blue," and her entire world turns that color. But as soon as she meets her sibling, she discovers that there is one thing she loves more than her favorite color. The illustrations are bright and lively, dominated by pink on the early pages, followed briefly by those of nearly monochromatic blue. A sweet, satisfying story.Donna Atmur, Los Angeles Public Library (c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted."The plot twist lends needed depth to a familiar ode to all things pink; Doerrfeld's turning-lemonade-into-lemons concept neatly inverts typical displacement themes."-Publisher's Weekly; Title: Penny Loves Pink | [] | Validation |
10,380 | 2 | Tim Kehoe is the inventor of numerous toy products, including the world's first colored bubbles, called Zubbles, and he was recently named one of America's 100 Best by Reader's Digest. In 2005, Zubbles was awarded Popular Science's Grand Prize for Innovation. This is Mr. Kehoe's debut children's book. He lives with his wife and five children in Minnesota. Visit him online at www.timkehoe.com. Mike Wohnoutka received his B.F.A. in Illustration from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Since graduating he has illustrated a number of picture books for young readers. He lives with his wife and daughter in Minnesota. Visit him online at www.mike.wonoutka.com.; Title: Vincent Shadow: Toy Inventor | [
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10,381 | 11 | Praise for Riding in My Car:Woody Guthrie (1912-1967) wrote more than a thousand folk songs, ballads, and children's songs. His homespun humor and earthy, activist songwriting set the stage for the folk music explosion of the 1960s and influenced many popular recording artists, including Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen. His musical legacy endures as countless musicians, activists, teachers, and families continue to discover and sing his songs.Scott Menchin is the illustrator of numerous picture books, including Wiggle and Bounce by Doreen Cronin, and most recently, his own Taking a Bath with the Dog and Other Things That Make Me Happy. He has also created illustrations for Time, Newsweek, the New York Times, Rolling Stone, and many other clients. Scott Menchin currently teaches at the Pratt Institute Graduate School and lives in New York City with his wife, Yvetta, and their daughter, Karina.; Title: Riding In My Car | [
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10,382 | 2 | Todd Parr is the author of more than thirty books for children, including the New York Times bestselling The I Love You Book, The Earth Book, and The Thankful Book. He lives in Berkeley, California. For a complete list of Todd's books and more information, visit www.toddparr.com.; Title: The Grandpa Book | [
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10,383 | 0 | Grade 4-8These journal-style mystery adventures follow two teens as they solve crimes. In the first book, set in the middle of Prohibition, 14-year-old G. Codd Fitzmorgan attends a family friend's engagement party on a secluded island. During the event the groom disappears. Can G. Codd find him and break the bootlegger ring based there? In 1906, 14-year-old Fitz Morgan is traveling by train from New York City to San Francisco. Along the way some of the passengers are poisoned, and it's up to Fitz and his new friend, Justine Pinkerton, to solve the mystery. Both stories are laid out in similar ways. Both texts resemble handwriting, and black-and-white sketches, newspaper clippings, or photographs appear on most pages. The characters are well rounded and likable. With short chapters and the extra bits of information included in the art, these titles will appeal to general as well as reluctant readers.Krista Tokarz, Cuyahoga County Public Library, OH Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Bill Doyle has worked as a freelance editor and writer at The Discovery Channel, Comedy Central, the American Museum of Natural History, Time For Kids, LeapFrog and Scholastic, among others.; Title: Nabbed! The 1925 Journal of G. Codd Fitzmorgan (Crime Through Time, No. 2) | [
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10,384 | 2 | * "Truly splendid...the ultimate page-turner." Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "Suspense builds steadily, with twists and surprises woven throughout, and friendship emerges as a powerful theme....Barnhill explores the struggle between good and evil and the power of love and sacrifice, creating a provocative and highly original mystery."Publishers Weekly, starred review* "Wonderful in the best possible way: filled with wonders and magic, yes, but magic that is ancient, numinous, and tied to the natural world...Barnhill's first novel for children is a marvel of both plotting and characterization, and it provides a foundation for the omnipresent magic that elevates this title to the first rank of contemporary children's literature."Booklist, starred review* "A compelling story with genuine characters and a deliciously creepy atmosphere. The suspense builds from the very first page...This delightful story will captivate readers with its blend of magic, mystery, and adventure."VOYA, starred review"There's a dry wit and playfulness to Barnhill's writing that recalls Lemony Snicket and Blue Balliett...a delightfully unusual gem."The Los Angeles Times"Richly atmospheric, this folklorically flavored tale offers a strangely pleasing combination of midwestern charm and hauntingly creepy Tim Burton-like imagination. Barnhill reveals just enough of Hazelwood's many secrets to keep the readers gripped, and the perfectly timed pacing makes for a quick and accessible read."The BulletinKelly Barnhill is a poet and writer. The Mostly True Story of Jack is her debut children's book. Kelly lives in Minnesota with her husband and three children.; Title: The Mostly True Story of Jack | [
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10,385 | 2 | When the most famous heroes on the planet unite to face the world's greatest villains, you get the biggest, most family-friendly super hero team-up in history: the Marvel Super Hero Squad. Every day in Super Hero City is full of exciting surprises, as Iron Man, Spider-Man, Hulk, Wolverine, Thor, The Fantastic Four, and many more classic characters work together to defeat the bad guys from Villainville. Only the Super Hero Squad can protect their neighborhood and friends through wholesome heroics and fast-paced adventures!Lucy Rosen is a life-long book lover. When she isn't writing or reading, Lucy spends her time working at a large children's media organization in Washington, DC.; Title: Super Hero Squad: Meet the Super Hero Squad! (Marvel Super Hero Squad Readers) | [
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10,386 | 2 | Andrea Davis Pinkey: Jerry, let me say right off that I was delighted to be asked to have this dialogue with you. Even as your daughter-in-law, I'm still one of your biggest fans. Although we talk frequently, it's hard to keep up with all of the wonderful things you're doing. So the chance to take a moment to connect is a true pleasure.Jerry Pinkey: Thank you, Andrea. Ive been a fan of yours as well. Youve added your own unique voice to this magical publishing world.Andrea: In the time I've known you, I've marveled at your creative process, which, over the course of your fifty-year career, seems ever-evolving. Is there a "typical" time frame for illustrating each of your books? How long does it take to create all of the art for a story?Jerry: In the past, most of my projects took about six months from start to finish. However, these days its much harder to stick to that time frame because of the nature of the books Im focusing on. I strive to select projects that offer that mysterious something that gives the book the potential to grow and evolve during the creative process, while Im trying to find the right direction for it. I initiate many of my new book projects by working with my editors, which provides me with more room to stretch ideas. Ive discovered that it doesnt necessarily mean more time at my drawing board, but more time for concepts to percolate and take shape. As a result Ive been completing about one book per year.Andrea: One of the aspects of your books that I love is that they include so much visual storytelling. To me, it seems that youre thinking very carefully about the compositions and characterizations. Do you sketch a lot of rough drafts before starting your paintings?Jerry: Yes, the number of exploratory drawings seems to grow by great measure with each new project. These early sketches are a way of exploring and searching for a sequence and rhythm. Im also considering the relationship of art to text and how to visually interpret the story. At this stage, composition often evolves. I quite enjoy seeing how many ways I can view a subject or action by turning something inside out. As the drawings develop I think about the characterizations, not necessarily in facial expressions yet, but though body language. When Im satisfied with the right amount of pictures to tell a story, as well as the trim size, I prepare a dummy book .Then I rework and refine these drawings. Recent projects have required two revised dummy books before proceeding to the final art.Andrea: Whats your favorite part of the process of making a new book? Are there some aspects that are easier? Where do the challenges lie?Jerry: When adapting a project that has been illustrated many times before, I have to find that fresh perspective, a new lens that allows me to take ownership in re-imagining a narrative. For me, this part of the project could best be described as a roller coaster ride, with a pushing and pulling to get me to a place where ideas will gel. This stage can be exhilarating and frustrating. I see what I do as work. If it appears to be easy, I know that Im not reaching deep enough into my imagination pool. However, after I get to the point where the final art satisfies the needs of the text, then its my time to play, adding more detail here and more contrast there until the painting takes on a life of its own.Andrea: You have a new book coming out this October, Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, a visual depiction of the classic lullaby. Ive just received a copy, and the book is gorgeous! I guess it would be corny to say that the paintings twinkle, but its true -- the illustrations seem to illuminate the paper theyre printed on. What led to your inspiration for turning this song, which his sung to every child, into a picture book?Jerry: The idea was presented to me by Andrea Spooner, my editor at Little, Brown. She asked if I would consider creating a bedtime book. She encouraged me to think in terms of an entirely different approach, an original visual narrative--a flight of the imagination--using the lyrics of a lullaby as a kind of soundtrack. I was inspired to stretch my imagination, and so we researched various bedtime stories, songs and poems to consider that are in the public domain. It took exploring and dissecting other classic lullabies before I turned back to Twinkle, Twinkle, and eventually, the song took center stage. With that decision I began to search for the spark that would set my creative juices flowing.Andrea: In some respects, illustrating a lullaby would seem simple because you can choose to interpret the lyrics any way you wish. It would appear that this freedom is a gift to an artist. At the same time, though, because theres no concrete storyline, a lullaby presents challenges. Can you describe some of the challenges you worked through in creating pictures that express such open-ended lyrics? Also, what were some of the freer aspects?Jerry: Most narratives have a beginning, middle, and end as well as some sense of place. This wasnt the case with Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star. Yet, it was at the top of Andrea Spooners list because it was so open-ended. It was the lack of being able to rely on a literal interpretation that would become a starting point to revisiting this classic. My a-ha moment came with the line in the refrain, How I wonder what you are. I would attempt to answer that question in my art.Andrea: Is there a reason you made the main character a chipmunk?Jerry: Ive been fascinated with chipmunks ever since our family moved to a wooded area in Westchester County. My home and studio look out on stone walls where chipmunks nest. Ive watched as they dart in and out, oftentimes wondering where they were off to in such a purposeful way. What were they in search of? Intrigued and amused, Id often thought about working on a project about my furry neighbors. Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star gave me that opportunity to cast the chipmunk in the lead role. The chipmunks boundless energy would be interpreted as the curiosity that leads him to search for the little star.Andrea: Most illustrators conduct research for their books, even when the narrative is whimsical. What resources did you use to help you illustrate the animals and setting for Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star?Jerry: Research for the chipmunk and supporting characters wasnt difficult. There are a large number of volumes and films in my personal library. Also I made good use of the Croton Free Library and The Tea Town Nature Conservation Center, where I was able to take out a chipmunk mount on loan. No photo can take the place of drawing the real creature. Like the library, the staff at Tea Town was generous with their time in assisting me in getting the wildlife and their environment just right.I rarely use the Internet for research, but in this case it was helpful in providing me ideas for star shapes in nature which could be woven into my intended narrative. For example, the star shape designs of morning glories were used to set into motion the chipmunks journey. My personal observations also played a major role in the book. Many days standing in the fields behind our home at dusk, I waited and watched for that magical moment when the fireflies would appear.Andrea: Research aside, your illustrations of animals are often playful -- they exude such joy! Where do you derive the inspiration for bringing such genuine cuteness to your animal paintings?Jerry: During my frequent walks in the nearby woods I watch wildlife, such as a red fox crossing the road or a deer bounding out of sight. Some days it feels like the animals and I are communicating for a brief moment, and theres an overwhelming sense of being at one with nature. These moments serve as my inspiration. In my works where the animal is a stand-in for a human, its about striking the balance between the natural beauty of a creature, and my need to personify the animal to fit the narrative.Andrea: Jerry, so many of us are still thrilled about the success of your Caldecott-winning picture book The Lion and the Mouse. Ive always thought of you as my Daddy Lion -- youre a mighty great man, and the book just proves that youre a mighty great artist. In The Lion and the Mouse, you rely on art more than text to tell the story. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this kind of storytelling?Jerry: Because The Lion and the Mouse did not begin as a wordless picture book, I was blind to its challenges. My intent was to develop a visual storyboard for the fable. Then I planned to add text once I was satisfied with my sketches. It was only after working on thumbnails that I began asking myself, Isa text going to enhance the narrative, or just be redundant? The pictures seemed to find their own voice; thats when my creative process is at its best. So I didnt really have to consider the advantages and disadvantages of doing it one way or the other. For me, its all about discovery, following notions, and letting them be my guide.Andrea: This has been quite an amazing time for you! Youve won the Caldecott Medal, which was a very sweet cherry on top of a cake that already includes five Caldecott Honor medals, five Coretta Scott King Awards, and four Coretta Scott King Honor medals. And, you were recently inducted into the Society of Illustrators Hall of Fame. Wow, Daddy Lion, that quite a list of accolades! Whats next for you?Jerry: My mind is always at work revisiting childhood stories and memories to see if there is something to jump-start a new project. Right now Im working on two new projects which Im adapting. As long as subjects inspire me and as long as Im curious, there will be stories for me to reinterpret. Here in my studio there are plenty of blank sheets of paper and sketchpads waiting to be filled.Andrea: Well, thats certainly enough to keep your plate full. Thanks for being the mighty illustrator you are!; Title: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star | [
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10,387 | 2 | Charles de Lint is the author of more than seventy books, including The Cats of Tanglewood Forest. Well-known as one of the trailblazers of the modern fantasy genre, he is the recipient of the World Fantasy, White Pine, Crawford, and Aurora awards. Charles Vess illustrated The Cats of Tanglewood Forest and is a world-renowned artist and a three-time winner of the World Fantasy Award. His work has appeared in magazines, comic books, novels, and two picture books by Neil Gaiman that were New York Times bestsellers.; Title: Seven Wild Sisters: A Modern Fairy Tale | [
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10,388 | 0 | "This beautiful homage to America and to a favorite folksinger is sure to be a family treasure."Publishers Weekly"This effort is what great picture books are all about."School Library Journal"An ambitious tribute to a popular song that will live as long as the American spirit."New York Times Book Review"This beautifully designed book belongs in every school as a part of our musical history, as a tribute to the Dust Bowl era and the political activism that music can reinforce and encourage, and as an elegant example of picture book art."Children's LiteratureWoody Guthrie (1912-1967) wrote more than a thousand folk songs, with "This Land is Your Land" being the most famous of all. His activism and musical legacy endures today as countless fans continue to listen to and discover his popular songs. Kathy Jakobsen is one of America's premiere folk artists and the creator of the acclaimed picture books My New York and My Washington, DC, and the illustrator of Johnny Appleseed. She lives in Florida.; Title: This Land Is Your Land | [
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10,389 | 0 | Bill Doyle has worked as a freelance editor and writer at The Discovery Channel, Comedy Central, the American Museum of Natural History, Time For Kids, LeapFrog and Scholastic, among others.; Title: Swindled! The 1906 Journal of Fitz Morgan (Crime Through Time, No. 1) | [
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10,390 | 2 | Grade 1-4-In this affectionate and humorous pair of books, Parr explores the differences among grandparents: Some grandmas have a lot of purses; Some grandpas can wiggle their ears. He also notes their similarities: Some grandmas live with a grandpa; Some grandpas live with a grandma. The books end with a short message about grandparents and a reminder to tell them that you love them. The artist's skillful use of bright neon, supersaturated colors, thickly outlined simple figures, and brief text combine to make the books lots of fun. Good additions to any collection and wonderful choices for a storytime.-Linda Staskus, Parma Regional Library, OH Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Todd Parr has inspired and empowered children around the world with his bold images and positive messages. He is the bestselling author of more than forty books, including The Goodbye Book, The Family Book, The I Love You Book, and It's Okay to be Different. He lives in Berkeley, California.; Title: The Grandma Book | [
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10,391 | 13 | Kindergarten-Grade 3Another beautiful concept book that highlights works from the museum's collection. With a structure similar to that in Museum 123 (Little, Brown, 2004), a question (e.g., What shape is the wheel?) faces a full-page art reproduction. On the next spread, details from four more works of art that include the shape face a single example of it on a white background, centered and clearly labeled. The concept is simple; what makes this book so wonderful is the art, which is varied in content, style, medium, culture, and period, and is beautifully reproduced. Young children may be challenged to name the arch or the crescent, for example, and may also have some difficulty finding familiar forms in a few paintings, like the rectangles in Childe Hassam's waving flags in Avenue of the Allies, Great Britain, 1918. Parents will relish the opportunity to look at these wonderful works of art and to discuss not only the shapes, but also the content of the pictures with their children. A title to be shared again and again.Susan Oliver, Tampa-Hillsborough Public Library System, FL Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreS-Gr. 2. An exercise in both art appreciation and recognizing shapes, this book invites children to find one of 10 geometric forms in tiled details taken from several dozen artworks owned by New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art. The text follows a very basic pattern, asking, "What shape is . . ." a particular object in a painting, with the answer on the next page, accompanied by several other examples of the shape. The example for Arch, a rock formation in a painting by Monet, may be a bit too impressionistic for the target audience, but, in general, the shapes--square, rectangle, crescent, heart, etc.--are clear and easy to pick out. All the art is fully identified in a visual key at the end. Being smaller and more subdued in color than Lucy Micklethwait's I Spy Shapes in Art (2004), this doesn't have the same visual impact; it does, however, include more works, and makes an equally eye-opening prelude to an art-museum visit. John PetersCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Museum Shapes (Metropolitan Museum of Art) | [
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10,392 | 2 | Kirk Scroggs was born and raised in Austin, Texas and studied film at the University of Texas. He then moved to LA, where he decided that his true calling is drawing demented pictures of zombies, witches and monsters. Dracula vs. Grampa is his first book.; Title: Monster Fish Frenzy (Wiley and Grampa's Creature Features, No. 3) | [
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10,393 | 2 | Kirk Scroggs was born and raised in Austin, Texas and studied film at the University of Texas. He then moved to LA, where he decided that his true calling is drawing demented pictures of zombies, witches and monsters. ; Title: Super Soccer Freak Show (Wiley and Grampa's Creature Features, No. 4) | [
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10,395 | 1 | Mr. Popper, when not painting or papering his neighbors' walls, has a persistent penchant for penguins. A decorator by day, he's an intrepid Antarctic explorer by night--at least in his imagination. Mr. Popper resigns himself to quiet evenings at home with his family and his travel books, until one day a mysterious package arrives. Pretty soon the Poppers have a house full of penguins, an ice rink in the basement, and an ever-increasing bill for raw fish and canned shrimp. Time to take this show on the road!The Atwaters wrote this unforgettable tale in 1938, but its timeless charm shows no signs of aging. Children are invited to imagine, dream, and believe that anything is possible. Robert Lawson, illustrator of The Story of Ferdinand, offers delightfully humorous pictures--as integral to this classic as the story itself. An ideal read-aloud book for all ages, Mr. Popper's Penguins will have any audience rolling in the aisles. (Ages 9 to 12)Before his death in 1948, Richard Atwater was a newspaper columnist and a professor of Greek. He is best known for writing Mr. Popper's Penguins with his wife, Florence, who finished the novel when he fell ill. Together, they were honored with the 1939 Newbery Honor Award.; Title: Mr. Popper's Penguins | [
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10,396 | 2 | Marc Brown is the creator of the bestselling Arthur Adventure book series and co-developer of the children's PBS television series, Arthur. He has also created a second book series, featuring D.W., Arthur's little sister, and numerous other books for children. Marc Brown lives with his family in Tisbury, Massachusetts on Martha's Vineyard and in New York City.; Title: Arthur's Eyes (Arthur Adventures) | [
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10,397 | 2 | Kirk Scroggs was born and raised in Austin, Texas and studied film at the University of Texas. He then moved to LA, where he decided that his true calling is drawing demented pictures of zombies, witches and monsters. Dracula vs. Grampa is his first book.; Title: Dracula vs. Grampa at the Monster Truck Spectacular (Wiley and Grampa's Creature Features, No. 1) | [
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10,398 | 2 | Kelly Barnhill is a poet and a writer. The Mostly True Story of Jack, her debut novel, received four starred reviews. Kelly lives in Minnesota with her husband and three children.; Title: Iron Hearted Violet | [
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10,399 | 2 | Marc Brown, who was born in Erie, Pennsylvania in 1946, received great encouragement and support from his grandmother and uncle. Inspired by the books of Maurice Sendak, Brown decided to pursue his ambition of becoming an illustrator. After receiving a B.F.A. in painting from the Cleveland Institute of Art, he worked as a TV art director, a professor of mechanical drawing, and a freelance illustrator, before becoming a writer. In his books, he addresses the fears and problems which children face and events like friendship, family, school and pets. For his illustrations, Brown uses pencil with watercolor on a variety of papers to achieve different visual effects. The "Arthur" series, about the everyday adventures of a lovable aardvark, began in 1976 and continues to this day with 25 titles published. Brown has also created other series such as the "Rhymes" series, and the nonfiction "Dinosaur" series, which conveys messages of do's and don'ts. These series, like the stories of Arthur, hold the attention of young children while transporting their imaginations on magical journeys.; Title: Arthur's First Sleepover (Arthur Adventures) | [
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