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10,800 | 2 | Grace Lin is the New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon and Starry River of the Sky, the Geisel Honor book Ling & Ting: Not Exactly the Same!, and the beloved The Year of the Dog, among others. She lives in Massachusetts. You can visit her at www.gracelin.com.; Title: Ling & Ting Share a Birthday (Passport to Reading, Level 3: Ling & Ting) | [
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10,801 | 7 | Veronica Paz writes and edits books for children, many of which are based on television shows and films. She lives in Brooklyn, NY, where every day feels like an animated television show.; Title: Transformers Prime: Attack of the Scraplets! | [
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10,802 | 13 | Kermit the Frog is an international television and motion-picture star, a humanitarian, an amphibian, and an educator. He currently lives in a swamp and also has a pad in Hollywood, which he shares with pigs, bears, chickens, and various other friends and weirdos.; Title: Before You Leap: A Frog's-Eye View of Life's Greatest Lessons (The Muppets) | [
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10,803 | 7 | Hasbro; Title: Transformers: Ultimate Storybook Collection | [
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10,804 | 2 | PreSchool-KHarper brings two tales to life by providing an attractive Pellon glove with four finger puppets attached by Velcro. One plan is for the storyteller to read the board book while attaching the appropriate character puppet to the mitten. The glove has a pocket to hide characters until they are needed. In addition, each title has a final spread covered with Pellon so that children can retell the story by placing the pieces on the pictorial scene. Harper uses words that are simple enough for beginning readers and pictures large enough to be seen by a group. McDonald's colorful and cheery cartoonlike images are uncomplicated in design; she uses small dots for eyes and a smiling semicircle for mouths. Finally, the mitt attaches to the cover with another Velcro dot. Libraries with realia collections or storytime kits could include these two folktales for a pleasant variety.Blair Christolon, Prince William Public Library System, Manassas, VA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Nurit and Rick Amdur started ALEX in 1986 with a line of high quality basic arts-and-crafts products for children. ALEX's mission is to provide children with quality creative products that foster personal expression and build self-esteem. Now, for the first time ever, they're expanding into the world of innovative, high-quality books!; Title: Alex Toys Finger Puppet Storybooks: Goldilocks and the Three Bears | [] | Train |
10,805 | 7 | Originally from California, Zachary Rau is an award-winning illustrator and writer living with his wife Lena and son Emmett in Portland, Oregon. He currently teaches at Pacific Northwest College of Art and Art Institute of Portland, and draws or writes every minute he can.; Title: Transformers Prime: Autobots versus Zombies | [
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10,806 | 0 | D. Jakobs is a children's book author living on the lower east side of Manhattan with a spouse, a child, and a cat. The cat is by far the least friendly member of the household, but is reliably soft. D. Jakobs is a fan of spicy pickles.; Title: Transformers Rescue Bots: Meet Blades the Copter-Bot (Passport to Reading Level 1) | [
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10,807 | 15 | PreS-Gr 3Following up on his superb rendition of The Lion & the Mouse (Little, Brown, 2009), Pinkney has created yet another stunning interpretation of a classic tale in this virtually wordless picture book. Endpapers establish the desert setting with a map of the course through the cacti and rocky region of the American Southwest. Tortoise and Hare, each sporting a bandana, are joined by their animal friends at the starting line for the famous race. Fox in his broad-brimmed hat gives them their marks, gets them set, and off they go as Hare bounds away, leaving Tortoise behind in a trail of dust. Pinkney uses watercolor, colored pencil, and pastel paintings to create vibrant characters that are in colorful contrast to the tans and natural browns of the desert. Long horizontal lines and Hare leaping off the page propel the storyand the raceever forward. The limited text, used sparingly but extremely effectively, reinforces the theme of the storythat the journey is as important as the ultimate goaland builds one word at a time: slow, slow and, slow and steady until finally the race is won to the cheers and high-fives of the supportive spectators. Pinkney takes care to show Tortoise overcoming challenges and Hare demonstrating good sportsmanship and healthy competition. An artist's note explains the creative process and motivation for retelling the well-known tale. This spectacular success is certain to become a classic in its own right.Kristine M. Casper, Huntington Public Library, NY(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* After his Caldecott triumph with The Lion & the Mouse (2009), Pinkney returns to Aesop for inspiration, this time setting the familiar story in the American Southwest. The endpapers indicate the race route around a cacti-laden barnyard, and the title page shows our titular competitors setting the challenge, before taking off, cheered on by a group of avid animal spectators. The fable plays out as expected, and Pinkney alternates the action between the tortoises diligence and the hares overconfidence. To mark the tortoises progress, Pinkney unveils the moral of the story cumulatively, beginning with just the word slow and adding another word to the phrase at each milestone, until, at contests end, the entire phrase slow and steady wins the race celebrates the tortoises victory. The tortoise sports an engineers cap and kerchief; the hare, a checkered vest; and most of the other animals, a variety of town and country clothing, adding a note of homespun vibrancy to Pinkneys elegant watercolor paintings. Adjacent to an informative artists note, we see the hare tying a checkered flag about the tortoises neck, and the final endpapers depict a victory party. The tortoise may have won the race, but the real winner here is the listening and viewing audience. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: Pinkney took home the Caldecott Medal for The Lion & the Mouse, so expect lots of buzz about this companion picture book. Preschool-Grade 3. --Thom Barthelmess; Title: The Tortoise & the Hare | [
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10,808 | 7 | John Sazaklis is a New York Times bestselling author who lives with his beautiful wife in the Big Apple. He enjoys writing (and sometimes illustrating) books on his favorite characters. To him, it's a dream come true!; Title: Transformers Rescue Bots: Return of the Dino Bot | [
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10,809 | 11 | The Jewish tradition holds that parents bear the responsibility of teaching children the Torah, the ethical way to live, as well as the history of Judaism. But how can parents teach these crucial lessons in ways that are entertaining, meaningful, and respectful? What happens if they can't remember all the lessons and important historical events? This Family Treasury of Jewish Holidays offers some solutions to these quandaries. For instance, by reading the compelling Hebrew stories and poems aloud, parents help children learn through the realm imagination--the place where characters, images, and ancient lessons come alive. "Listening to a riveting story will build anticipation for a holiday, encourage a wish for a Jewish life, and create sweet memories of reading together," offers Malka Drucker in her introduction. The treasury also includes numerous poems, holiday crafts, recipes, and family activities. This is an excellent gift and keepsake for any Jewish household with young children. --Gail HudsonOpening with Rosh Hashanah, this oversize volume focuses on nine holidays and also discusses Shabbat, supplementing clear explanations with stories by such writers as Isaac Bashevis Singer, crafts and recipes, songsAeven a play for Purim. "Truly a treasury," said PW in a starred review. All ages. Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: the Family Treasury of Jewish Holidays | [
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10,810 | 2 | *Starred Review* Six months ago, Sophronia was a covert recruit in Mademoiselle Geraldines Finishing Academy (Etiquette & Espionage, 2013). Now shes earning top marks in such areas as tea and delusions and portion allotment, puddings, and preemptive poisonings. While her etiquetteahemstill needs work, her naturally curious and calculating mind is so adept at espionage that even the teachers are wary of her. So when the floating school journeys to London to witness a technological breakthroughtravel through the aetherosphere made possible by a new guidance valveSophronia suspects that this is more than just a field trip. While the other girls plan shopping trips and parties, Sophronia uncovers a conspiracy to control the patent and production of the valve, which every faction has a stake in. Carrigers second steampunk adventure exceeds the first with its (slightly) more plot-driven story, but the fun, again, is in watching ever-practical Sophronia sneak and scheme her way into sometimes dangerous, sometimes riotously funny, situationsand even learn a few sobering lessons about consequences along the way. New characters, including a pesky lord enamored of Sophronia, round out an already quirky but lovable group of friends/collaborators. We repeat: This witty, lighthearted series is not to be missed. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: The short nine-month span between first and second volumes says much about the publishers eagerness to capitalize on the heat. Fans wont have a second to breathe. Grades 8-11. --Krista HutleyPraise for Curtsies & Conspiracies:* "Carriger's second steampunk adventure exceeds the first... the fun, again, is in watching ever-practical Sophronia sneak and scheme her way into sometimes dangerous, sometimes riotously funny, situations.... We repeat: This witty, light-hearted series is not to be missed."Booklist (starred review)* "Teenage and adult fans alike will rejoice that Carriger retains her flair for musical prose, over-the-top names, clever wit, and strange yet helpful mechanical devices of all kinds. Carriger's blend of comically exaggerated characters and madcap action will easily win over readers once again."Publishers Weekly (starred review)* "[A] world of manners, steampunk, and the supernatural. [Carriger] again manages to blend the rules of etiquette with inventions and creatures effortlessly, creating a diverse world of wonder."VOYA (starred review)"The language is every bit as delightful as in Sophronia's first adventure... even in this weightier tale."Kirkus Reviews"[Carriger] jumps right into the thick of the action, developing a fast-paced plot that is sure to keep readers' attention...this is a must-have purchase."School Library Journal"The strength, wit, charisma, and sheer likeability of Sophronia is a refreshing and welcome change from the typical protagonist of today's young adult novels...Teenage girls will laugh, cheer, and empathize as the girls at the academy experience all of the same emotions they do, but in a Victorian steampunk fashion."Library Media Connection Praise for the New York Times bestselling Etiquette & Espionage:An ALSC Notable Book for ChildrenA YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults PickA Horn Book Summer Reading List Selection* "Carriger's YA debut brings her mix of Victorian paranormal steampunk and winning heroines to a whole new audience...with cleverly Victorian methods of espionage, witty banter, lighthearted silliness, and a ship full of intriguingly quirky people."Booklist (starred review)* "Carriger deploys laugh-out-loud bon mots on nearly every page...Amid all the fun, the author works in commentary on race and class in a sparkling start to the Finishing School series."Publishers Weekly (starred review)* "[A] delightfully madcap espionage adventure..."Kirkus Reviews (starred review)* "Carriger's leading lady is a strong, independent role model for female readers... Ladies and gentlemen of propriety are combined with dirigibles, robots, werewolves, and vampires, making this story a steampunkmystery and an adventure mash-up that is sure to intrigue readers..." School Library Journal (starred review); Title: Curtsies & Conspiracies (Finishing School) | [
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10,811 | 21 | Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.; Title: Great Moments in the Summer Olympics (Matt Christopher) | [
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10,812 | 22 | Kiyohiko Azuma is the bestselling creator of AZUMANGA DAIOH and the critically acclaimed YOTSUBA&! which won the Excellence Prize in the manga category at the Japan Media Arts Festival in 2006. The series was also nominated for an Eisner Award in the U.S. in 2008 and has been a regular New York Times bestseller.; Title: Yotsuba&!, Vol. 10 | [
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10,813 | 0 | Katharine Turner lives in Brooklyn, NY.; Title: Transformers Dark of the Moon: Autobots Versus Decepticons (Transformers: Dark of the Moon (Little Brown)) | [
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10,814 | 7 | Hasbro, Inc. is a branded play company providing children and families around the world with a wide-range of immersive entertainment offerings based on the Company's world class brand portfolio. From toys and games, to television programming, motion pictures, video games and a comprehensive licensing program, Hasbro strives to delight its customers through the strategic leveraging of well-known and beloved brands such as TRANSFORMERS, LITTLEST PET SHOP, NERF, PLAYSKOOL, MY LITTLE PONY, G.I. JOE, MAGIC: THE GATHERING and MONOPOLY.; Title: Transformers More than Meets the Eye: 3D Book with Glasses | [
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10,815 | 0 | Another handy carrying case, with a blue satin handle, contains A Box of Animal Crackers: Three Board Books by Jane Dyer. The three hand-size volumes Animal Crackers: Bedtime; Animal Crackers: Nursery Rhymes; and Animal Crackers: Animal Friends are excerpted from her Animal Crackers: A Delectable Collection of Pictures, Poems and Lullabies for the Very Young, which PW said, in a starred review, has "the power to entice youngest children to cherish the richness and diversity of both language and art." Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.Jane Dyer is the talented illustrator of several picture books, including the Book Sense Book of the Year nominee I Love You Like Crazy Cakes, by Rose Lewis, as well as her own anthology Animal Crackers: A Delectable Collection of Poems, Pictures, and Lullabies for the Very Young; Time for Bed, by Mem Fox; Child of Faerie, Child of Earth, by Jane Yolen; Here Is My Heart: Love Poems, selected by William Jay Smith; and Blue Moon Soup: A Family Cookbook, with recipes by Gary Goss. Jane Dyer lives with her family in Northampton, Massachusetts.; Title: A Box of Animal Crackers - Set of 3 | [
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10,816 | 2 | Grade 3-5AWhen a cartoon appears in the school newspaper making fun of Mac's "motor mouth," the boy tries to find out who is responsible. This is one of Christopher's typical play-by-play sports stories with an upbeat ending and simple vocabulary and sentence structure. However, the plot is not particularly memorable. Mac has the bravado and confident personality often necessary for a successful goalie, but with all of his bragging, readers will wonder how he has any friends. Conversation between characters doesn't ring true and slang such as "You look spiffy" or the reference to a girl getting all "dolled up" for a dance sounds like phrases from the '40s or '50s rather than the '90s. Consider this for purchase only if more sports stories by Christopher are needed.ABlair Christolon, Prince William Library, Manassas, VACopyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.; Title: Soccer Scoop: Who's making a fool of Mac? (Matt Christopher Sports Classics) | [
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10,817 | 0 | Ages 1 & up. A Mother Goose book for the nineties, Animal Crackers combines old-fashioned charm with modern sensibilities. Traditional poems and lullabies are seamlessly mixed with contemporary and multicultural works; the delightfully old-style illustrations are equally diverse. It's a lovely introduction to the world of nursery rhymes--and more.Dyer (Talking Like the Rain; The Girl in the Golden Bower) surpasses her considerable achievements in other poetry collections with a volume that not only lives up to the "delectable" of the subtitle but has the power to entice youngest children to cherish the richness and diversity of both language and art. In each of seven categories-Playtime; Animals, Animals; Lullaby and Good Night; etc.-Dyer includes the best work of both traditional and contemporary poets together with pellucid watercolors that simply dazzle. She gives a faintly old-fashioned look to the faces of her multicultural cast; coupled with her bold and sophisticated designs, the images have a welcome air of timelessness and help create a view of a global community of children. Regardless of the complexity of the perspective or metaphors, Dyer grounds each illustration with details that indicate her unerring understanding of the sensibilities and interests of youngest children. This sumptuous book comes with an attached satin ribbon that will mark not only pages turned but the book's remarkable pleasures. Ages 1-5. Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Animal Crackers: A Delectable Collection of Pictures, Poems, and Lullabies for the Very Young | [
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10,818 | 3 | 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: The Muppets: The Muppets Theater Stage Set: A Punch Out-and-Play Model Book | [
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10,819 | 10 | Herg, one of the most famous Belgians in the world, was a comics writer and artist. The internationally successful Adventures of Tintin are his most well-known and beloved works. They have been translated into 38 different languages and have inspired such legends as Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. He wrote and illustrated for The Adventures of Tintin until his death in 1983.; Title: The Shooting Star (The Adventures of Tintin: Young Readers Edition) | [
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10,821 | 2 | Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.; Title: Perfect Game (Little League) | [
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10,822 | 7 | 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: Transformers Prime: Meet Team Prime (Passport to Reading Level 2) | [
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10,823 | 2 | Gr 4-7-Left alone at the vet's, Max has had no food or water for two days. All of the other dogs and the people have disappeared. He begins to sink into despair when Rocky, a small dachshund, flies through the room and gives him brief instructions on how to escape the kennel. As the Labrador retriever wearily pinches the latch open using just his teeth, he takes his fill of water and explores his eerily empty environment. Approaching the front entrance, he sees a wolf trying to break in, searching for the small dog that saved him, and their food. Max and Rocky best the wolves, but are later forced to flee. Thus begins their adventure through villages, cities, forests, and waterways in search of their now-missing pack leaders and the missing people. Part Incredible Journey and part Life as We Knew It, this is an interesting blend of genres that allows accessibility to the traditional YA dystopian-future genre. The pacing of the story can be slow at times as it is told in episodic segments characterized by new settings and cultures of dogs. This approach would be appealing to those who may prefer to read in bursts rather than long periods at a time, but keeping track of so many characters and settings could also prove a challenge to some readers. The book is illustrated with a number of images that greatly enhance some chapters. Patient readers ready for thick books will find a lot to enjoy in this cliff-hanging first installment.-Devin Burritt, Wells Public Library, ME(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.A Parents' Choice Silver Honor Award Winner"A post-apocalyptic Animal Farm for young readers."Kirkus Reviews"With suspense, action-adventure, and some droll touches...this dystopian, dog-centric series opener offers a fast-paced read."Booklist"Fans of animal adventure stories and mysteries will enjoy this exciting look at the resiliency and ingenuity of dogs."VOYA; Title: The Last Dogs: The Vanishing | [
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10,824 | 2 | Gr 4-8-In this sci-fi/fantasy tale, almost all humans have left for an unknown place. They have abandoned their pets, suspecting that they have a virus that is deadly to people but not animals. In this sequel to The Vanishing (Little, Brown, 2012), three dogs-Max, Gizmo, and Rocky-have become friends and agree to search for their humans rather than remain in the chaos that now exists. As they struggle to find food and safety and avoid dangerous packs of canines and wolves, they slowly start to learn more about the mysterious virus and the laboratory animals that, through experimentation, can now understand human speech. Gizmo is a feisty yet thoughtful Yorkie; Rocky, a Dachshund, provides comic relief as he dreams of kibbles; and Max is a resourceful and brave Lab. The vicious villains, both human and four-legged, are relentless as they pursue the three companions and also threaten other dogs that befriend the trio on their journey. There is a lot happening in this tale and many loose ends are left dangling, perhaps too many for some readers. However, those who are invested in the saga will look forward to the next adventure. The dogs keep the story fun and interesting with their engaging personalities, and this volume can stand on its own.-Carol Schene, formerly at Taunton Public Schools, MA(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.In this follow-up to The Vanishing (2012), dog pals Max, Rocky, and Gizmo are still seeking their humans and wondering why they suddenly, mysteriously disappeared. Their eventful search takes them on a riverboat and to a zoo, where they make new allies but also face danger in the form of old enemies. Featuring lively animal characters, including loyal Australian shepherd Boss, alienated elephant Mortimer, and cunning pig Gertrude, this dystopian animal adventure is at once dramatic, suspenseful, and poignant. Though the story line is occasionally far-fetched, the latest in the Last Dogs series will draw in and engage returning readers, who will anticipate the next adventure. Grades 5-8. --Shelle Rosenfeld; Title: The Last Dogs: Dark Waters | [
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10,825 | 2 | Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.; Title: District Doubleheader (Little League) | [
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10,826 | 2 | Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.; Title: Play Ball! (Little League) | [
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10,827 | 2 | Dyer (I Love You Like Crazy Cakes), in her authorial debut, explores a time-honored childhood fixture resistance to bedtime via a cub facing a long winter. When hibernation time arrives, Little Brown Bear isn't interested. "I won't take a nap!" he says. When he spies a migrating flock, he asks his parents, "Do geese have to sleep all winter?" They tell their son that geese fly south instead. So, after they tuck him in and retreat to their own bed, the intrepid youngster packs a suitcase and sets off in search of the geese, who turn up, surprisingly, at a train station. "Why aren't you flying?" Little Brown Bear asks. "Some of us prefer the train," they tell him. "It's more relaxing, and we enjoy the ride." Dyer whisks readers back to a bygone era of trains outfitted with luxurious velvety seats and windows with wooden frames; she depicts the hero seated in a dining car with several feathered friends, surrounded by linen tablecloths and napkins. Once they reach their destination, the cub follows them to the beach. He loves the sand and surf, but eventually nature takes over ("He built a sand cave. It was cozy and warm inside...") and his friends, who are migrating north for the spring, help him home. Dyer's tale unfolds at the leisurely pace of a child's unmeasured days, and her watercolors brim with warmth and affection. Even as Little Brown Bear ventures far from home, he always appears to be in safe hands. Ages 4-8.Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.reSchool-Grade 2-Little Brown Bear doesn't like naps, "especially the kind that lasted all winter." So, when his parents snuggle down in their beds, he packs his bag and takes off on an adventure. He boards a southbound train along with some geese who've decided that they'd rather ride the rails than fly. Soon, they are all at the beach where the young bear builds castles and digs sand caves. When he starts feeling tired and a bit homesick, some of the geese fly him back home where he hunkers down in his bed-just in time for spring. The story is rather predictable, but the large, watercolor illustrations, done primarily in shades of blue and orange, are warm and charming and brimming with life. While not a necessary purchase, most libraries will want to consider this attractive addition.Roxanne Burg, Thousand Oaks Library, CACopyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.; Title: Little Brown Bear Won't Take a Nap! | [
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10,828 | 21 | Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.; Title: State Showdown (Little League) | [
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10,829 | 2 | Praise for the Land of Stories Series:Chris Colfer is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and Golden Globe-winning actor. He was honored as a member of the TIME 100, Time magazine's annual list of the one hundred most influential people in the world, and his books include Struck By Lightning: The Carson Phillips Journal, The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell, The Land of Stories: The Enchantress Returns, and The Land of Stories: A Grimm Warning.; Title: The Enchantress Returns (The Land of Stories) | [
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10,830 | 14 | Martha T. Ottersley has written tons of cartoons and children's books, but has ALWAYS wanted to write stories about her favorite green frog and funny bear. Now that she has, she feels like she knows what's on the other side of rainbows and why there are so many songs about them. Hooray!; Title: The Muppets: Kermit's Costume Caper | [
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10,831 | 2 | Rare Book; Title: What Mess? | [
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10,832 | 14 | Martha T. Ottersley has written tons of cartoons and children's books, but has ALWAYS wanted to write stories about her favorite green frog and funny bear. Now that she has, she feels like she knows what's on the other side of rainbows and why there are so many songs about them. Hooray!; Title: The Twelve Days of a Muppet Christmas And a Chicken in a Pine Tree (The Muppets) | [
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10,833 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1-It's midnight and a ninja is sneaking through a silent house. He's creeping closer and closer to his target until suddenly, "the lights flash on!" In an unexpectedly humorous twist, the ninja turns out to be a little boy caught by his mother in his attempt to raid the kitchen. She confiscates his midnight snack and sends her little ninja back to bed. Young's austere, nearly abstract mixed-media collage illustrations are mostly black silhouettes of the ninja in various action poses, set against paper and fabric backgrounds. They perfectly complement DaCosta's spare but neatly suspenseful story. Pair this one with J. C. Phillipps's Wink: The Ninja Who Wanted to Be Noticed (Viking, 2009) and David Bruins's The Legend of Ninja Cowboy Bear (Kids Can, 2009) for a fun ninja-themed storytime.-Yelena Alekseyeva-Popova, formerly at Chappaqua Library, NY(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* Stealth and silent, a ninja sets off on a midnight mission, breaking into a house to steal some treasure. He sneaks and balances, practiced and undetectable. And just as the sacred object is in his grasp, the lights flip on and his mother catches him, ice cream and spoon in his red-hot hands. Alas, the nighttime ninja is sent to bed, to dream of creeping and crawling another day. Youngs expressive collage artwork, built of fabric, paper, and bits of string, hums with vitality, even in the silence of midnight. The imagined ninja, in black silhouette, slithers from page to page, breaking out of dark, tightly organized frames unable to contain his ardent energy. Beneath these frames, debut author DaCostas spare, sinuous prose reinforces the ninjas intrepid, surreptitious elegance (Step by step, he balanced and leapt). At the moment of climactic surprise, text and image together turn a stylistic corner, finding vernacular comfort in a contemporary Japanese home. With measured pacing, careful design, and a beautifully symbiotic partnership of word and image, this enormously appealing, timeless story promises to delight preschool audiences and families alike for years to come. Preschool-Grade 2. --Thom Barthelmess; Title: Nighttime Ninja | [
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10,834 | 6 | Praise for I Say, You Say Animal Sounds:Tad Carpenter is an illustrator and designer living in sunny, snowy and forever changing Kansas City, Missouri. He has worked with clients such as Chronicle Books, Target, Atlantic Records, Sunrise Greetings, Simon & Schuster, Hallmark Cards, Kidrobot, and Family Circle.; Title: I Say, You Say Animal Sounds! | [
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10,835 | 0 | 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 First Adventures of Spider: West African Folktales (Passport to Reading Level 4) | [
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10,836 | 1 | Holly Hobbie has worked as an artist for more than thirty years and is the author of eleven highly acclaimed Toot & Puddle picture books as well as Fanny, Fanny and Annabelle, and Everything but the Horse. She has also written an illustrated memoir, The Art of Holly Hobbie.; Title: Gem | [
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10,837 | 2 | Praise for The Last Dogs:"With suspense, action-adventure, and some droll touches...[The Last Dogs] offers a fast-paced read."Booklist"Fans of animal adventure stories and mysteries will enjoy this exciting look at the resiliency and ingenuity of dogs."VOYA"A post-apocalyptic Animal Farm for young readers."Kirkus ReviewsChristopher Holt grew up in a house filled to the rafters with dogs. He draws on his memories -- of Salt, Pepper, Cupcake, Ariel, Shadow, Brandy, Sir Edmund Spunk, and Showtime Double Feature -- to create the four-footed heroes of The Last Dogs. He has worked other jobs -- most notably, selling gum balls and gum ball machines -- but began writing professionally at the age of eighteen. Christopher currently lives in Seattle, Washington.; Title: The Last Dogs: Journey's End | [
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10,838 | 2 | K-Gr 2Mr. Tiger lives in a perfectly fine world of prim and proper ladies and gentlemen. One day, the stiff suits, dainty teas, and Victorian manners begin to bore him and he has a very wild idea. This it's okay to be different story stands out from other picture books on the topic thanks to Brown's delightfully clever illustrations and masterful compositions. From the tiger-striped cover that begs to be petted to the ingenious pops of bright orange (Brown's new signature color?) amid muted browns and grays, the award-winning illustrator does not disappoint. Children will appreciate Mr. Tiger's transformation and the way his friends eventually accept his (and their own) uniqueness. Several wordless spreads encourage audience participation while subtle visual clues gently build his character. A full spread featuring the newly liberated Mr. Tiger au naturel is delivered with pitch-perfect comedic timing and is guaranteed to inspire wild giggles. Sure to be an instant read-aloud classic in classrooms and libraries.Kiera Parrott, Darien Library, CT(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* Opening endpapers of orderly gray bricks introduce a community of proper Victorian animals getting about their business with smileless politesse. But Mr. Tiger, his bright-orange face a sore thumb among the elephant grays and mule-deer browns, dreams of freedom. First, he drops to all fours. His neighbors are nonplussed. Then, he rampages and roars. His neighbors are frightened. Finally, he gets naked. The village members suggest he head into the wilderness, which he thinks is a magnificent idea. He loves the wilderness, with all its wildness, but, in time, he misses the city and his friends. He returns only to discover that things have loosened to a happy medium. He dons some aloha attire, and all is right with the world. Closing endpapers of haphazard greenery celebrate the welcome change. Brown highlights the differences between municipal propriety and savage abandon with color and composition. The city is all upright, sepia, rectilinear precision; the wild, sweeping vistas of lush, verdant paradise, and their final amalgam form a nice balance. With its skewed humor and untamed spirit, this joyous exploration of quasi-reverse anthropomorphism will delight listeners again and again. Preschool-Grade 2. --Thom Barthelmess; Title: Mr. Tiger Goes Wild (Boston Globe-Horn Book Awards (Awards)) | [
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10,839 | 16 | Tad Carpenter is an illustrator and designer living in sunny, snowy and forever changing Kansas City, Missouri. He has worked with clients such as Chronicle Books, Target, Atlantic Records, Sunrise Greetings, Simon & Schuster, Hallmark Cards, Kidrobot, and Family Circle. He is the author and illustrator of I Say, You Say Opposites!, I Say, You Say Animal Sounds!, and I Say, You Say Feelings!; Title: I Say, You Say Colors! | [
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10,840 | 5 | Praise for How to Train Your Dragon:"Action-filled and compelling."School Library JournalPraise for How to Train Your Dragon:"Will keep even reluctant readers turning the pages--and chuckling as they go."Publishers WeeklyCressida Cowell lives in London with her husband, Simon; their children Maisie, Clementine, and Alexander; and two cats, Lily and Baloo. In addition to translating Hiccup's memoirs, she has also written and illustrated picture books including Hiccup, the Viking Who Was Seasick, Little Bo Peep's Library Book, and That Rabbit Belongs to Emily Brown. Her website is www.cressidacowell.co.uk.; Title: How to Train Your Dragon: How to Steal a Dragon's Sword | [
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10,841 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2How long would you wait and how far a journey would you make to find your truest friend? Born on an island for imaginary friends, Beekle waits to be "imagined by a real child." He waits and he waits, but his turn never comes. Filled with impetuous courage, Beekle does the unimaginable and heads out across deep waters until he reaches the real world. He finds that life there is so harried that no one notices him. Eventually, as he waits at the top of a star-leafed tree, a small girl with a friendly face calls out to him with a picture in her hand. They learn to be friends, share adventures and snacks, joke, "and together they did the unimaginable." Santat's attention to detail in the mixed-media illustrations shares a child's eye for laughter and movement on full-bleed spreads with strategically placed text. Gazes of wonderment, broad smiles, and changes in perspective ensure an easy transition from page to page. Beekle's round white visage and taped orange paper crown are immediately identifiable in each scene, a sharp contrast to his surroundings against variations of dark neutrals on a city street or the brightly colored dragons of a child's imagination. Like Beekle's new friend, there's something here that feels just right as an "unimaginary" friendship creates a joyous, recognizable bond. A terrific addition to any library.Mary Elam, Learning Media Services, Plano ISD, TXCaldecott Medal WinnerNew York Times Bestseller#1 Indiebound BestsellerHuffington Post Best Overall Picture Book of 2014PBS Parents Best Picture Book of the YearNPR "Great Read"ALSC Notable Book for ChildrenA Chicago Public Library Best Picture Book of the Year"How does an imaginary friend feel before he's been imagined? In Santat's sweet, mind-bending gumdrop of a tale, Beekle lives on a rainbow-hued island, 'hoping for his turn to be picked by a child.' Eventually, like Max in 'Where the Wild Things Are,' he takes to the seas and soon lands in the real world - which looks a lot like Manhattan. Though this island seems awfully drab, Beekle and his friend find each other at last. She's everything he's ever dreamed of, and the feeling is mutual."The New York Times Book ReviewDan Santat is one of the hardest working people in the industry today. And while his immense talent was always evident, Beekle takes his artistry to a new level. The story (which is just bursting at the seams with charm) begins on an island of colorful creatures, each waiting to be imagined by a special child and thus transported to the real world.... As with all great books, Beekle has an air of inevitability about it. As if somewhere out there is an island of perfect stories just waiting for the right person to come along and imagine it into being. We should all be grateful that Santat, with his brilliant use of color and humor, was here to bring Beekle to life.The Huffington Post* "Santat's attention to detail in the mixed-media illustrations shares a child's eye for laughter and movement on full-bleed spreads with strategically placed text. Gazes of wonderment, broad smiles, and changes in perspective ensure an easy transition from page to page...Like Beekle's new friend, there's something here that feels just right as an "unimaginary" friendship creates a joyous, recognizable bond. A terrific addition to any library."School Library Journal (starred review)"Beekle (a crowned white gumdrop of lovable cuteness) lives on a fantastic island with other creatures "waiting to be imagined by a real child." After seeing his companions leave, one by one, Beekle loses faith that he will ever "be picked and given a special name," and so he does "the unimaginable" and ventures forth to find his friend...Welcome, Beekle. It's nice to know you."Kirkus Reviews"This story would comfort children looking for new friends and would also encourage children to reach out to someone different."LMC; Title: The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend | [
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10,842 | 2 | Praise for Are We There Yet?A 2018-2019 Young Hoosier Book Award NomineeDan Santat is the Caldecott Medal-winning and New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend, Are We There Yet?, and After the Fall as well as the illustrator of many other picture books, including Crankenstein by Samantha Berger. Dan lives in Southern California with his wife, two kids, and various pets.; Title: Are We There Yet? | [
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10,843 | 2 | SUJEAN RIM is the creator of BIRDIE'S BIG-GIRL SHOES and BIRDIE'S BIG-GIRL DRESS and is known for her signature watercolor art style. Originally a shoe and accessory designer, Sujean has been commissioned for her illustrations by a wide variety of clients, including Tiffany & Co, Barneys NY, Target, and the popular website DailyCandy. She has also designed numerous book covers and has illustrated two books by the editors of DailyCandy. Sujean lives with her husband, Bob, and her son, Charlie, in New York.; Title: Birdie Plays Dress-Up (Birdie Series) | [
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10,844 | 2 | Praise for The Last Dogs:"With suspense, action-adventure, and some droll touches...[The Last Dogs] offers a fast-paced read."Booklist"Fans of animal adventure stories and mysteries will enjoy this exciting look at the resiliency and ingenuity of dogs."VOYA"A post-apocalyptic Animal Farm for young readers."Kirkus ReviewsChristopher Holt grew up in a house filled to the rafters with dogs. He draws on his memories -- of Salt, Pepper, Cupcake, Ariel, Shadow, Brandy, Sir Edmund Spunk, and Showtime Double Feature -- to create the four-footed heroes of The Last Dogs. He has worked other jobs -- most notably, selling gum balls and gum ball machines -- but began writing professionally at the age of eighteen. Christopher currently lives in Seattle, Washington.Allen Douglas was educated at Syracuse University and has been freelancing as an artist for almost twenty years for many notable book-publishing and editorial clients. His artwork has been recognized by many prominent juried illustration competitions, including Spectrum: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art and the Society of Illustrators' Annual Exhibition. His studio is located in Rochester, New York.; Title: The Last Dogs: The Long Road | [
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10,846 | 2 | Gr 4-6-When Alex and Conner's father unexpectedly dies, the twins lose the person who always had the perfect story to cheer them up. Then, on their 12th birthday, their grandmother gives them the book of fairy tales he used to read to them. Suddenly it seems to come to life, and the youngsters find themselves falling into the Land of Stories, seemingly with no way to get out. Desperate, they follow instructions in a mysterious journal: if they gather eight items from various residents in the kingdoms of the Land of Stories, they can complete the Wishing Spell and have one wish granted. After scaling castle walls, diving deep into the home of mermaids, and meeting characters from all of the beloved fairy tales, they are stymied by the Evil Queen, who has escaped from Snow White's dungeon. With the hope of using the spell gone, the twins appear to have no way home until they meet Fairy Godmother, their own grandmother. In a way, they find comfort from their grief over their father's death when they realize that they have been following his journal and that he grew up in this land. The writing quality in this adventure is inconsistent and detracts from the fast-paced story. The deep sadness of the twins comes through, but they are somewhat one-dimensional, since Alex is so much the nerd and Conner, the class clown. The plotline, however, pulls readers in and is entertaining, and Colfer's passion for fairy tales shines through. Turn to Adam Gidwitz's A Tale Dark & Grimm (Dutton, 2010) for higher-quality writing in a recent fractured fairy-tale novel.-Clare A. Dombrowski, Amesbury Public Library, MA(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.#1 New York Times Bestseller"There's more in Colfer's magic kingdoms than Disney has dreamt of."USA Today"It will hit big with its combination of earnestness and playful poise."The New York Times Book Review"In The Land of Stories, Colfer showcases his talent for crafting fancifully imaginative plots and multidimensional characters."Los Angeles Times"Captivating."Teen Vogue"A magical debut."Family Circle"It's hard not to love a book dedicated to the Glee star's grandmother...Colfer gets off many good lines [and] the nifty ending ties the plot's multiple strands up while leaving room for further fairy tale adventures."Publishers Weekly; Title: The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell | [
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10,847 | 2 | Gr 47In Loki's Wolves (Little, Brown, 2013), 13-year-olds Matt, Laurie, and Fen all learn that they are the descendants of Norse gods. Upon making this discovery, they set out on a journey to locate the rest of the descendants in an effort to pool their strengths and defeat a giant serpent hell-bent on bringing about the apocalypse. They hit a roadblock, however, when a fellow descendant is killed and sent to the Underworld. This installment in the series begins where the first book left off, with the three teens trapped in the Underworld on a mission to reclaim their friend Baldwin. The chapters alternate among the three main characters. The story is a perfect fit for reluctant readers as the action begins on page one and never lets up. This is not a standalone title, however. Reading Loki's Wolves first is a must. Recommend "The Blackwell Pages" to kids looking for a companion series to Rick Riordan's "Percy Jackson" books (Hyperion).Jennifer Furuyama, Pendleton Public Library, ORThis sequel to Lokis Wolves (2013) delivers plenty of action as well as reflective moments for its five main characters, teens descended from the Norse gods Thor, Loki, Baldur, and Odin. Former middle-school classmates Matt, Laurie, and Fen rescue their friend Baldwin from the underworld, defeat a cave bear, and fight many zombie-like draugrs, while their ally Owen faces his own challenges, rejoining his pals when he can. All the young descendants of the gods struggle to come to terms with their roles in the coming epic battle foretold in Norse mythology. The second volume in the fast-paced Blackwell Pages series, this flows well, developing the main characters and offering moments of humor even as it delivers exciting scenes of quest, combat, and adventure. Narrative shifts from one teen hero to another add further dimension to the story as the characters confront personal insecurities, suspicions of each other, and their terrifying enemies. Keep this series in mind for Percy Jackson fans in search of fresh reading material. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: The Blackwell Pages looks poised to join Armstrong and Marrs previous series on the bestseller lists, and the extra push from a multi-platform marketing campaign should help. Grades 4-7. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Odin's Ravens (The Blackwell Pages) | [
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10,848 | 2 | Norse mythology intrudes on the modern world as Ragnark (the apocalyptic battle between gods and monsters) approaches, but no gods are left alive to fight for the worlds survival. Now their descendants, including three middle-school kids from South Dakota, must challenge the monsters in the final battle. Chosen to represent Thors clan, 13-year-old Matt joins classmates Fen and Laurie, descendants of Loki. After consulting the Norns and the Valkyries, they search for the other young god counterparts as well as magical weapons. The third-person narrative looks at each main characters strengths and insecurities as they attempt to work together. Comparisons with Rick Riordans novels based on Greek, Roman, and Egyptian mythology are inevitable, but this series aims at a somewhat younger audience and features characters who are, at least so far, considerably more human than godlike and more anxious than cocky. While setting up the series takes time, theres plenty of action to quicken the pace. The first volume in the Blackwell Pages series will please many fans of mythology-based adventures. Grades 4-6. --Carolyn PhelanPraise for Loki's Wolves:"Norse mythology brought to life with engaging contemporary characters and future volumes that promise explosive action; ideal for Percy Jackson fans who want to branch out."Kirkus ReviewsThis rousing, fast-paced adventure, first in the Blackwell Pages trilogy, will please readers who loved John Stephens's Books of Beginning and Rick Riordan's modern-day twists on ancient myth.Publishers Weekly"Loki's Wolves brings Norse mythology to the modern world...The background and explanation of the legends are clear and a natural fit to the story and dialogue, bringing life to lesser-known Norse mythology...Recommended for those who enjoyed Rick Riordan's 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' series."School Library Journal"This smart, fast-paced, action-packed novel...offers readers a solid adventure story that still manages not to skimp on character...An excellent what-to-read-next for Percy Jackson fans, this novel will also please young readers of Marvel's Thor and myth-lovers already familiar with Norse lore..."Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Fierce adventure, lightening pace, furious action, and original, engaging characters. I was hooked from the first hammer swing."Eoin Colfer, New York Times bestselling author ofArtemis Fowl"Loki's Wolves has everything--a fast-paced, exciting plot, endearing and honest characters, Norse mythology with a contemporary twist, and plenty of heart. I can't wait to find out what happens to Matt, Laurie, and Fen!"Ally Condie, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Matched"These authors are no strangers to weaving a compelling tale. Once the story moves past the background, the plot picks up quickly and the adventure doesn't disappoint."Library Media Connection; Title: Loki's Wolves (Blackwell Pages) | [
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10,849 | 0 | K-Gr 1Fans of Brown's Hand Rhymes (Penguin, 1985) will be thrilled to see this new collection, which uses a similar visual format to teach rhymes and their accompanying actions. The book offers 20 participatory rhymes, seven of which were included in Hand Rhymes. Each one is colorfully illustrated using gouache and colored pencils on gessoed wooden panels. Paint was scraped away and overpainted in places to create texture. Small boxed line drawings match up with each line of text, suggesting interactive motions. Some rhymes are just for fingers (Whoops! Johnny, The Itsy Bitsy Spider), while others make use of the whole body (I'm a Little Teapot, The Wheels on the Bus). The well-known rhymes span the seasons. With its clean design and classic feel, this welcome title will be useful for programming and for adults who want to take home some of the fun from storytime.Julie Roach, Cambridge Public Library, MA(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Brown, whose books Finger Rhymes (1980), Hand Rhymes (1985), and Play Rhymes (1987) were library staples for years, offers 20 of his favorite action rhymes for todays children and their grown-ups to enjoy together. Each rhyme appears on one or two double-page spreads, illustrated with large, softly colored pictures. Beside the large-print lines of text, tiny drawings show the actions that should accompany those lines. Although the origins of the individual rhymes are not given, the book is dedicated to Mother Goose, and many of them can be attributed to her. Others, such as The Wheels on the Bus and Im a Little Teapot, are more modern. In an appended note, Brown comments on the appealing illustrations, created using with gouache and colored pencils on gessoed wooden panels. Focused primarily on active children and dressed animals, but full of lively details, the pictures create a childlike world where reality and fantasy coexist very comfortably. A fine read-aloud choice for young families and an attractive source of rhymes for baby, toddler, and preschool storytimes. Preschool-Grade 1. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Marc Brown's Playtime Rhymes: A Treasury for Families to Learn and Play Together | [
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10,850 | 2 | Henry Clark has contributed articles to MAD magazine and published fiction in Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, in addition to acting as the head phrenologist--if that is not being redundant--at Old Bethpage Village Restoration, a living-history museum in New York. What We Found in the Sofa is his debut novel. He lives on Long Island, and his website is www.indorsia.com.; Title: What We Found in the Sofa and How It Saved the World | [
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10,851 | 2 | Praise for I Funny:; Title: I Even Funnier: A Middle School Story (I Funny) | [
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10,852 | 2 | Praise for the Smells Like Dog series:; Title: Smells Like Pirates (Smells Like Dog) | [
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10,853 | 2 | Gr 3-5-Ben Silverstein, 10, is sent to his grandfather's house in sleepy Buttonville for the summer while his parents sort out "some troubles." When his grandfather's cat brings home a baby dragon, Ben discovers that Buttonville may actually be the most exciting place in the country. He and his new sort-of friend, Pearl Petal, discover that the old button factory is now home to Dr. Woo and a hospital for creatures from the Imaginary World. When they arrive with the injured baby dragon, Ben inadvertently lets a sasquatch into the Known World, and he and Pearl must return the hairy beast before anyone notices him. Funny, touching, and sure to please, this title is full of charm. Kids will relate to Ben and his troubles, root for the amazing animals, and enjoy Santat's zany illustrations. Selfors ends the book with information about the featured creatures, story and art prompts, a "Science Connection," and a cool recipe. Recommended to fans of Gordon Korman's "Swindle" series (Scholastic).-Terry Ann Lawler, Burton Barr Library, Phoenix, AZ(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Sent to spend the summer in his grandfathers small town, 10-year-old Ben Silverstein has an adventure bigger than any he could fabricate when he and new friend Pearl corral an escaped Sasquatch. In this promising start to the Imaginary Veterinary series, Dr. Emerald Woo, veterinarian to imaginary creatures, has set herself up in a closed-down factory. Because the kids have discovered her secrets, rescuing not only the foul-smelling bigfoot but also a wyvern caught by Grandpa Abes cat, she offers them summer apprenticeships in what she calls Dr. Woos Worm Hospital. They will be supervised by the mysterious Mr. Tabby, a man with a red mustache and a long cats tail. The title concludes with further information about the mythical creatures, suggestions for readers own stories or art, a science connection, and a recipe for pudding. The series preposterous situation and the need for secrecy provide plentiful opportunities for suspense as well as humor, and it should appeal to middle-grade readers who will ignore the curricular postscripts. Santats finished illustrations were unavailable for review. Grades 3-6. --Kathleen Isaacs; Title: The Sasquatch Escape (The Imaginary Veterinary) | [
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10,854 | 1 | 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: Animals in Underwear ABC | [
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10,855 | 11 | K-Gr 4On a rainy, bustling morning in Tokyo, a young boy is surrounded by a symphony of sounds: boots squishing, raindrops pattering, cars rushing, and, to his delight, a koto player producing a range of high, low, and "twangy and twinkling" notes as she tunes her instrument. When Yoshio asks the musician what her favorite sound is, she answers, "Ma," the silence between sounds. Intrigued by her comment, the boy spends his day in search of the elusive ma. Kuo's art provides the backdrop for the child's quest in scenes of contemporary Tokyo, from the high-speed Shinkansen trains that pass through its stations ("whoosh") to the bamboo grove near the school playground that whispers "takeh-takeh-taheh." Most of the images (in pen, with color added digitally) span spreads, offering wide-angle views of the city, but there are a few single-page pictures, proffering their own unique perspectives. The art is rich in detail and features a variety of concentrated colors that give way to muted grays and browns when suddenly, while reading, Yoshi experiences ma, something that feels peaceful, "still inside him." In an author's note, Goldsaito acknowledges the influence of the Japanese composer Toru Takemitsu, who believed that "without silence, sound would be meaningless." VERDICT This book will be especially welcome in settings that teach yoga or mindfulness, but its message and striking art will be appreciated anywhere the din of daily life can overwhelm.Daryl Grabarek, School Library Journal"Kuo (Daisy and Josephine) draws with an architect's precise line, alternating gallery-worthy spreads of Tokyo's crowds and buildings with domestic scenes of Yoshio and his family. Debut author Goldsaito's final passages aboutmasuccessfully illuminate the term and could be used to teach children to meditate, the way Goldsaito's father taught her, as she explains in an afterword." -Publisher's Weekly; Title: The Sound of Silence | [
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10,856 | 22 | 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 Captain America, 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!; Title: Super Hero Squad: Aliens Attack! (Passport to Reading Level 1) | [
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10,857 | 1 | 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: Doggy Kisses 123 | [
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10,858 | 2 | K-Gr 3-Beaty tells a poignant, heart-wrenching tale of love, loss, and hope. A boy narrates how every morning he and his father play the Knock Knock game. He feigns sleep while his father raps on the door until the boy jumps into his dad's arms for a hug and an "I love you." One day, there is no knock. Left with his mother, the child deeply misses his papa and writes to him for advice, receiving a moving letter in return. Collier's watercolor and collage illustrations enhance the nuanced sentiment of the text. Following the protagonist's journey from a grief-stricken child to an accomplished strong adult, the lifelike images intermingle urban and domestic backgrounds with the symbolic innerscape of the narrator. As the boy writes the letter and tosses paper airplanes out the window, he glides out on a life-size paper plane expressing his plea, "Papa, come home, 'cause there are things I don't know, and when I get older I thought you could teach me." Author's and illustrator's notes at the end of the book elaborate on the personal meaning of this eloquent story that speaks especially to children who are growing up in single-parent homes.-Yelena Alekseyeva-Popova, formerly at Chappaqua Library, NY(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Every morning a boy and his father play a game: KNOCK KNOCK, says papa, and the boy pretends to be asleep, before jumping into his fathers arms. Then one morning papa doesnt come anymore. Colliers gorgeous watercolor and collages begin with rich hues and joyful light on the beginning pages and turn somber and dark as the boy realizes his father is gone for good. Buildings, fabric patterns and wood grains, photographs, and torn paper are delightfully complex, framing the emotional painterly portrayals of a sad and disappointed boy. Children can follow the tromping paisley elephants and paper airplanes as well as papas signature hat as the boy grows up and finds happiness. In a rare topic for younger children, Beaty explores the theme of permanent separation from a parent (it could be prison, death, or abandonment). The desire for guidance encountering lifes experiences is told from a small childs point of view with candor, as well as hope, as he ends quoting papas advice to KNOCK KNOCK down the doors that I could not. Preschool-Grade 2. --Lolly Gepson; Title: Knock Knock: My Dad's Dream for Me | [
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10,859 | 10 | Martha T. Ottersley has written tons of cartoons and children's books, but has ALWAYS wanted to write stories about her favorite green frog and funny bear. Now that she has, she feels like she knows what's on the other side of rainbows and why there are so many songs about them. Hooray!; Title: The Muppets: Fozzie's Funny Business (Passport to Reading Level 3) | [
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10,862 | 13 | 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 Underwear Book | [
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10,863 | 22 | 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 Captain America, 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!; Title: Super Hero Squad: King of the North Pole (Passport to Reading Level 1) | [
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10,865 | 2 | Lpez (Confetti Girl, 2009) creates another likable character in Erica Chia Montenegro, whose comfortable middle-class life is flipped in an instant when her mother is diagnosed with breast cancer. Instead of being able to concentrate on cute boys, her friendly clique (the Robins), and the usual middle-school concerns, Chia is thrust into the role of caregiver to her two-year-old brother and feels additional responsibilities at home, where her younger sister also worries about their mothers prognosis. When the family visits a cuarto de milagros to pray for help, Chia decides to make a big promesa: surely 500 sponsors for a 5K walk to fight cancer would help heal her mother. Chias struggle to keep up with friends, housework, and schoolwork is painfully realistic yet tempered with light touches of humor. The many characters in Chias life are individually and lovingly drawn; more than just props in Chias story, they have concerns, hopes, and dreams of their own. Readers will feel like Chias family and friends could do anything as long as they stick togetherand they may be right. Grades 5-8. --Erin Downey HowertonPraise for Ask My Mood Ring How I Feel:; Title: Ask My Mood Ring How I Feel | [
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10,866 | 2 | "Murguia creates extravagant visual representations of the possibilities that await readers (and writers) of stories...Entertaining, and likely to inspire readers to try putting their own stories together."Publishers Weekly"Clever fare for aspiring bookworms (especially siblings)."Kirkus"Fascinating illustrations are fun to study...The great blend of text and illustrations combine for an enjoyable story about writing a story."Booklist"A creative story and the sweetest tale ever."School Library ConnectionAlice Kuipers is British, but lives in Canada. She is the award-winning author of three YA novels, and she was working on the fourth when Violet and Victor came along. Find Alice here: alicekuipers.com.; Title: Violet and Victor Write the Best-Ever Bookworm Book | [
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10,867 | 2 | PreS-Children will be starstruck with this monstrously interactive bedtime story. Die-cut shapes on every spread reveal Little Green Monster's physical features: his yellow eyes, bluish-greenish squiggly ears, curly purple hair, etc. Words that describe a feature of the little monster (e.g., "bluish-green nose" and "red smiley mouth with one tiny white tooth") are printed in the corresponding colors. As the story progresses, cut-out stars start to appear, representing bedtime. Colorful words and die-cut-shaped features of the monster are then repeated as readers say "nighty night" to Little Green Monster. Hologram stars, along with a half-moon, fill the final page. Although visually appealing and interactive for toddlers, the die-cut shapes will most likely be vulnerable to wear and tear in most libraries. Best for a family bedtime story and an additional purchase for libraries.-Krista Welz, The North Bergen Public Library, NJ(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Just as Emberleys book Go Away, Big Green Monster (1993) allowed young children to send away a potentially scary big monster, the new book lets them do the same to a charming little monster. First, Little Green Monster is introduced, one nonscary feature at a time, from his two little yellow eyes to his one little curly purple hair. The eyes first appear as a die-cut set of holes in the page, and each feature subsequently takes shape through further cuts, layered on solid-color papers. Page by page, the monsters comically endearing face takes shape. Then, after the first star appears, the text bids nighty night to each feature, and, page by page, they disappear. Words naming a color are printed in that color, introducing the concept for kids ready to consider it. Cleverly designed and sturdy, the die-cut pages are tough enough to endure plenty of finger pokes, hand grabs, and page turns, which are sure to come as young children explore this engaging picture book. Preschool. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Nighty Night, Little Green Monster | [
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10,868 | 7 | "Humor abounds with only mildly scary action..."School Library Journal; Title: ParaNorman: A Novel | [
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10,869 | 2 | "Cuckoo is a well-developed and accessible protagonist.... Fans of the popular "diary fiction" genre (as well as those simply looking for an approachable and quick read) will find much to enjoy here."School Library Journal"Patterson brings the misfit theme of Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life and its sequels into edgier territory in this illustrated novel ... filled with drily funny dialogue balloons and captions."Publishers Weekly James Patterson has had more New York Times bestsellers than any other writer, ever, according to Guinness World Records. Since his first novel won the Edgar Award in 1977 James Patterson's books have sold more than 300 million copies. He is the author of the Alex Cross novels, the most popular detective series of the past twenty-five years, including Kiss the Girls and Along Came a Spider. He writes full-time and lives in Florida with his family.; Title: Homeroom Diaries | [
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10,870 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2-Readers first see Awesome Dawson in his bedroom, which is tricked out with a variety of homemade furniture and toys, captioned with word balloons indicating the materials used for each item. Declaring that "EVERYTHING can be used again," the young inventor descends into his underground workshop to do his thing, but is interrupted by his mom reminding him of his chores. He decides to invent a robot that will do them for him. He connects a rake, broom, watering can, pool hose, and gum-ball machine to an old vacuum cleaner to create the Vacu-Maniac. Unfortunately, he used cat food for the creature's brain, and it now has an insatiable appetite. It sucks up everything in sight, growing bigger until it explodes through the ceiling and starts to attack the town. He goes after it with his rubber-band-powered airplane and with the help of his friend, a talking cow toy, manages to defeat the monster. Like all good superheroes, Awesome Dawson pledges to use his recycling talents only for the good of humankind (and to help with chores). Gall's comic-book-style art was made by engraving on ink-coated clay board and using a wireless drawing tablet and Adobe software to add the bold colors. This technique suits the action of the outrageous story. Aspiring young inventors will enjoy identifying the assorted thingamabobs strewn throughout the pages and will wonder how they can get a talking cow of their own. A rollicking read.-Martha Simpson, Stratford Library Association, CT(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Dawson is a repurposer extraordinaire. He collects all manner of junk and pieces together tools and toys from suburban detritus (roller skates, a bedsheet, and a crate, for instance, combine into a fun way to get to school). With his trusted companion, Mooey, a talking cow head with interchangeable bodies, he undertakes his biggest project to date: a giant, chore-doing robot called the Vacu-Maniac. True to his name, the robot soon goes out of control, sucking up everything in his path and growing bigger with each accumulation. By implanting Mooey in the robots head, Dawson is able to save the day. Galls busy, saturated spreads combine hand-scratched clay board with digital colorization, resulting in vibrant imagery that is both slick and homespun, like Dawsons own creations. Paneled composition and word-balloon dialogue lend a graphic feel, with glossary labels identifying all the bits and pieces of Dawsons creativity. Superheroes, recyclers, and inventors unite! Grades K-2. --Thom Barthelmess; Title: Awesome Dawson | [
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10,871 | 13 | This poetic ode to memory begins when a feather flutters through an open window into a little boys room. As the boy picks up the feather, the text asks, Does a feather remember it once was . . . a bird? On the right-hand side of the page, kids will see a barbershop for birds, with feathers on the floor. This construction continues throughout, as unrelated objects are presented in terms of their origin: Does a chair remember it was once . . . a tree? and Does a garden remember it was once . . . a pea? Most of these constructions will require explanation, some more than others. For instance, Does love remember it once was . . . new? somewhat confusingly depicts a little boy and an old lady on a bench on the left-hand side of the page and two songbirds courting on the right. Still, the text has a lyrical quality, and Liwska (The Quiet Book, 2010) uses white space effectively, and her animal characters, as always, are soft and inviting. Contemplative and poignant. Preschool-Grade 1. --Ann KelleyA Bank Street College Children's Book Committee Best Book* "Tender and genuine. These musings on memory and change are thought-provoking, yet the piece also works as a lullaby. Reflective and peaceful."Kirkus Reviews, starred review"[A] gentle, dreamy picture book...a lyrical series of questions that play with the concept of memory and origins."School Library Journal"Contemplative and poignant."Booklist; Title: Once Upon a Memory | [
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10,872 | 2 | K-Gr 2Twins Violet and Victor Small are right brain/left brain collaborators, who are writing their second book. Violet initiates the storytelling, but her brother's practical interruptions begin a series of exchanges that culminate in a story that pleases them both. This iteration by Kuipers and Murguia follows the same format as Violet and Victor Write the Best-Ever Bookworm Book (Little, Brown, 2014), and visual assistscolor-coded notebook pages and dialogic font corresponding to each character's T-shirts (violet for Violet and orange for Victor)help readers keep track of the action. The somewhat complicated narrative structure, alternating imaginary and actual events along with character voice, limits the title's use in a group setting, but young readers and writers will spend plenty of time examining the story on their own. Murguia's playful and lovely pencil drawings are matched to collages (book pages, paper sculpture, photographed objects, and more) that add layers to the visual narrative. The underlying message of cooperation and adaptation, perfect for 21st-century skills curriculum reinforcement. VERDICT A fine addition to picture book collections, especially where the first book has fans.Lisa Lehmuller, East Providence School District, RIA Winter 2015 Kids' Indie Next List Pick; Title: Violet and Victor Write the Most Fabulous Fairy Tale | [
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10,873 | 0 | PreS-Gr 2-This noteworthy sequel has many similarities to Look! A Book! (Little, Brown, 2011): bright, colorful pages with very little wording and cutouts that highlight what is on the next page, spreads of intricate cartoonlike drawings, and Staake's everlasting creativity. The author's use of language conjures up delightful imagery: how about "a fish reading mail" or a "crossing guard newt"? Look! Another Book! is a puzzle and a poem in one. Staake's whimsical text challenges readers to find objects in the pictures, and the book concludes with a giant foldout rocket. There are fun references for adults, too (look for the Bukowski Delicatessen or the Honeybaked Haggis store). Guaranteed to become a favorite among children.-Mary Cass Mabbot, Indianapolis Public Library(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Just like its predecessor Look! A Book! (2011), this seek-and-find outing combines witty verse, clever die-cuts, and piles of busy imagery, and it is suited to poring over for hours on end. Each jumbo spread offers a different environment, from a school yard to outer space, with spare verse at the bottom identifying a few items to search forand there are more things to see through die-cut holes in the pages. A final, upwardly mobile gatefold enumerates even more stuff to hunt, from 1 panda to 12 green books, and there are thousands of details for the extrazealous to appreciate (honey-baked haggis, anyone?). Set the two books together and especially curious readers could look for the trans-literary appearance of a certain round chef, among others. With joyous digital imagery, brilliant color, fantastical allusions (can you spot the Diane Arbus reference?), and poo, this title fires on all cylinders and promises to occupy legions of ardent, observant fans. Preschool-Grade 3. --Thom Barthelmess; Title: Look! Another Book! (Look! A Book!) | [
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10,875 | 2 | Richard T. Morris is the author of This Is a Moose and Bye-Bye, Baby! and a former E.B. White Award Honoree and Midwest Bookseller Choice Award winner. He lives in New Jersey with his family.; Title: Sheep 101 | [
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10,876 | 2 | K-Gr 2Moose is the subject of a film, but the director is not happy with his performance. Moose's ideas of "moosehood" do not match the traditional expectations of the script, frustrating Billy Waddler to no end. Moose wants to be an astronaut and is well on his way to achieving his goal. With the support of his lacrosse goalie grandmother and his giraffe friend, an aspiring doctor, Moose just may do it and stretch the perspective of one enlightened movie director. With text in bold type and hand-lettered speech bubbles, this title will find itself in the hands of beginning readers as well as those who are a little more advanced. Created in ink, colored pencil, and gouache, the full-color, often full-page illustrations are hilarious, and Lictenheld's attention to detail will have kids scouring every page. The message to break down stereotypes and push past social constraints is clear but isn't delivered in a sappy, predictable manner. A perfect vehicle to introduce such topics in a safe and engaging way, this fun picture book be appreciated by students, teachers, librarians, and parents alike.Amy Shepherd, St. Anne's Episcopal School, Middleton, DE*Starred Review* Filmmaking can be tough work, especially if the star of your documentary on the mighty moose isnt interested in moose things, like drinking from lakes or eating leaves. When Moose dons his astronaut helmet and space boots, the fed-up director yells, Cut, and everyone gets an earful about what moose are supposed to do. Of course, Moose isnt the only one whos defying expectations: his grandma always wanted to be a star lacrosse player. A nearby giraffe wants to be a doctor. The absurd chaos on the set continues to build until the director is left shouting Will somebody PLEASE find me an animal that acts like its supposed to!!! That director, by the way, is a beret-wearing duck who may remind readers of a certain demanding pigeon. Lichtenheld (Exclamation Mark, 2013) fills each page with serene nature scenes in soft, fuzzy earth tones. But with each interruption, things get downright goofy with chuckle-worthy background details, silly asides in speech bubbles, and hugely expressive fonts that crowd the pages and add a colorful touch of mania to the directors growing frustration. A rambunctious and hilarious story of embracing the unexpected. Grades 1-3. --Sarah Hunter; Title: This Is a Moose | [
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10,877 | 2 | Gr 6-9Sarah Nelson is dreading the seventh-grade family tree project and hoping her alcoholic father, a college professor, will move them from Garland, Texas, by summer's end. That has been their pattern whenever local acquaintances discover, usually through a resurfacing news story about two notorious court trials, that Sarah is the sole survivor of her mother's attempt to drown her two-year-old twins 10 years earlier. With a plant as her only confidante, she conducts imaginary conversations with her dead brother and looks for signs of insanity in herself as she puzzles over the twice-yearly cryptic greeting cards from her mother, a patient in a home for the insane in Wichita. An end-of-sixth-grade letter-writing assignment has Sarah sharing her loneliness and confusion with an idealized father, Atticus Finch, from To Kill a Mockingbird. But at least her own father has agreed to spare her a boring summer with her grandparents in Houston, deciding instead to leave her in the charge of a college student. Charlotte's romantic preoccupations, benign neglect, and attractive brother who shares Sarah's love of words start her on a road to self-discovery and give her the courage to challenge her father's well-intended but misguided attempts to shield her from her past. Sarah is an introspective protagonist whose narrative, interspersed with letters and word definitions, keeps readers absorbed. The horrific premise is not belabored, and the focus remains on the plight of a girl juggling the normal challenges of adolescence with a complex family situation. Secondary characters add interest and texture to this compelling novel.Marie Orlando, formerly at Suffolk Cooperative Library System, Bellport, NY(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* For the opening of her middle-grade debut, Harrington cuts right to the heart of her narrators grim situation: Youve never met anyone like me. Unless, of course, youve met someone who survived her mother trying to drown her and now lives with an alcoholic father. Sarah Nelson was 2 when that happened; now she is turning 12 in a small Texas town and looking for any signs of going crazy. Dont think this will be a hard sell to readers, though, for Harrington has created a protagonist who is, in her own way, as clear-eyed, tough-minded, and inspiring as any dystopian hero. Sarah faces down threats from all sides: The more information I gather, the better I can defend myself against the world, against the brain inside me that may or may not be like hers. And even as her father repeatedly fails her (as when he drank and slept through her birthday), Sarah finds allies and role models, from an English teacher to a home-from-college neighbor to Atticus Finch, who shows Sarah how to be a caring human being. Harrington doesnt leave out humorshe has fun with Sarahs romantic illusionsbut makes it clear that its Sarahs courage and urge to communicate that will push her beyond her traumatic childhood. Grades 5-8. --Abby Nolan; Title: Sure Signs of Crazy | [
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10,878 | 0 | "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 JournalChildren's Poet Laureate Mary Ann Hoberman is the author of the classic A House is a House for Me, which won a National Book Award, as well as the bestselling Sing-Along Stories series. Michael Emberley is the New York Times best-selling illustrator of It's Perfectly Normal by Robie Harris and has created several books of his own, including Ruby and Dinosaurs! A Drawing Book.; Title: You Read to Me, I'll Read to You: Very Short Fables to Read Together | [
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10,879 | 0 | Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.; Title: The Dog That Pitched a No-Hitter (Passport to Reading Level 3) | [
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10,880 | 13 | PreS-Gr 1Spunky Geraldine is certain that she will be chosen to sing solo at the Winter Wonderland Festival. To make Mr. Higginbottom's decision easier, she steps forward just a little during chorus rehearsal and sings in her best (loudest) voice. She also sings outside her music teacher's door during lunch and underneath his window at recess. Geraldine is crushed when he announces that a professional will be the guest soloist. However, Fairy princesses know how to take a frown and turn it upside down, and on the morning of the concert, Geraldine is excited and ready to perform. Because of a snowstorm, though, the guest soloist can't get to the event on time. Luckily, Fairy princesses are ALWAYS happy to lend a hand in a crisis, and the child volunteers to substitute for her. Even with a shoe mishap, the concert is fabulous and is followed by a family sleigh ride. The lively, ink and colored-pencil illustrations capture Geraldine's spirit well. One can never have too many princess books, and this one is better than most.Brooke Rasche, La Crosse Public Library, WI(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.In her ongoing adventures, well chronicled by this mother-daughter duo, the Very Fairy Princess is rarely at a loss for words or sparkly chutzpah. This time, Geraldine shows off her animated singing and wrangles a solo in her schools Winter Wonderland Festival when the soloist gets delayed by a storm. Davenier captures well both Geraldines energy and the kind indulgence of her classmates and music teacher. She may make missteps, as when she paints her socks purple (to look like fairy slippers) and marks up the stage, but Geraldines sense of wonder and her enthusiasm are, as always, infectious. Preschool-Grade 1. --Abby Nolan; Title: The Very Fairy Princess Sparkles in the Snow | [
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10,881 | 7 | Cressida Cowell lives in London with her husband, Simon; their children Maisie, Clementine, and Alexander; and two cats, Lily and Baloo. In addition to translating Hiccup's memoirs, she has also written and illustrated picture books including Hiccup, the Viking Who Was Seasick, Little Bo Peep's Library Book, andThat Rabbit Belongs to Emily Brown. Her website is www.cressidacowell.co.uk.; Title: How to Train Your Dragon: Hardcover Gift Set #3 | [
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10,882 | 13 | Gr 15A visually stunning picture book biography about modern art phenomenon Jean-Michel Basquiat. Coretta Scott King Awardwinner Steptoe's vivid text and bold artwork reflect the Haitian Puerto Rican artist's collage-style paintings that rocketed him to fame in the 1980s. Back matter and an introduction to symbolism in Basquiat's work help readers appreciate the layers of Black identity and Yoruba influences at play in Steptoe's illustrations.Praise for Radiant Child:; Title: Radiant Child: The Story of Young Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat (Americas Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature. Commended) | [
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10,883 | 11 | Praise for Barnyard Baby: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 two children and husband, who is also an artist.; Title: Barnyard Baby (Baby Seasons) | [
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10,884 | 2 | Gr 5-9Don't be misled by this novel's horror B-movie title and cover art: thought-provoking, topical issues and wry wit elevate it above the expected gross-out zombie tale. Middle school friends Rabi, Miguel, and Joe literally smell trouble wafting from their small town's meatpacking plant, where they find cows living in filthy conditions and behaving oddly. Then the boys' baseball coach turns up moaning Brainsssss! and tries to bite Rabi. When the children discover that meat from the sick cows is being packaged and sent to local supermarkets, they are on their own to prevent a zombie cow apocalypse because no one believes their story. Miguel's revelation that he's in the country illegally introduces biting commentary on racism and immigration. Bacigalupi also zings big business, the meatpacking industry, and the USDA, culminating in an epilogue that's both cautionary and empowering. Rabi, Miguel, and Joe are realistic, complete characters. It's a testament to the author's skill that they express values of courage, friendship, and integrity as naturally as they toss off hilarious observations: Talk about ankle biters, Rabi comments when he sees two little zombie girls chewing on a man's leg. References to current video games and cyberpunk comics add appeal to this fast-paced home run.Marybeth Kozikowski, Sachem Public Library, Holbrook, NY(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Printz-winning Bacigalupi writing a middle-grade zombie novel? Yes, it really happened, and yes, its pretty darn good. Milrow Meats, the meat-packing plant in Delbe, Iowa, is up to something. Pals Rabi, Miguel, and Joe can tell from the ungodly stink, the anxious behavior of the Mexicans who work there, andoh yeahtheir zombified Little League coach, who tries to nosh their brains. Further sleuthing reveals that SuperGrow growth supplement is being fed to the cows, creating undead bovines that, in turn, create zombie burgers. And what happens when folks start snarfing those burgers? Though the plot synopsis recalls such gleeful splatter fests as John Kloepfers Zombie Chasers series, in Bacigalupis hands it feels closer to Walter Dean Myers Cruisers series, with much of the story delving into issues often overlooked in youth fiction: the capricious treatment of immigrant workers, the absence of options for the poor, and the questionable record of the USDA. Simultaneously smart, funny, and icky, this book asks a tough question: Is it worth looking the other way in order to save yourself? HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: The sheer improbability of a big-name author delivering a project like this should generate a strong Venn diagram of commercial and critical interest. Grades 4-7. --Daniel Kraus; Title: Zombie Baseball Beatdown | [
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10,885 | 10 | Pseudonymous Bosch is the author of the New York Times bestselling Secret Series. He loves rich chocolate and fine cheese. His identity is a closely guarded secret.; Title: The Secret Series Complete Collection | [
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10,886 | 2 | Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.; Title: Baseball World Series (Little League) | [
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10,887 | 0 | 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 Adventure Collection (Passport to Reading Level 2) | [
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10,888 | 2 | Andrews and Hamiltons popular fairy princess, Gerry, is graduating (from kindergarten, apparently), and this change is bringing all sorts of angst: new classroom, new teacher, no thank you. And worst of all, what if she is not allowed to wear her signature crown and wings? Daveniers bright pen-and-ink washes are a delight and combine nicely with the first-person narration (though Gerry tends to sound older than her years). There arent many surprises here. The new teachera man!turns out to understand why she needs to wear her accoutrements. Other anxieties are also readily resolved. Gerrys many fans will be glad to see her moving up in life with wings still firmly attached, albeit to a blue graduation gown. (The crown rests nicely on the mortarboard.) Preschool-Kindergarten. --Ilene Cooper; Title: The Very Fairy Princess: Graduation Girl! | [
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10,889 | 2 | Gitty Daneshvari was born in the creepy crawly yet ever so sunny city of Los Fangeles. As a young ghoul she was loquacious, curious, and freakishly fearful. Worried about everything from matted fur to aliens invading to getting stuck in an elevator, her diverse range of phobias was a most burdensome flaw. However, as she grew up and faced her fears, Gitty found they were the perfect inspiration for her defrightful middle grade series School of Fear. Gitty currently lives in New Volt City with her spooktacularly smelly English Bulldog Harriet. ; Title: Monster High: Ghoulfriends Forever | [
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10,890 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1Beloved Mutts comic-strip illustrator McDonnell brings children a story about how even the most perfect things can sometimes becomewell, messed up. Louie sets out to tell his happy tale about skipping and singing when suddenly a jelly blob interrupts his cheerful narrative. This is soon followed by a peanut butter ("AUGH! The chunky kind!") mess. Louie is horrified that someone would treat his story so carelessly. As the mess builds, Louie becomes more and more anxious, until a really big mess causes him to give up. "I'm just a messy old bookno one will ever want, read, or love," he cries. He soon learns a wise lesson; it is the story that makes the book, not the mess. Life is not without imperfections, and neither are stories. Classic McDonnell pen, ink, and watercolor pastels blend with mixed-media and crayon messes to make this untidy tale a victory for unkempt books everywhere. Keep calm, and read on!Carol Connor, Cincinnati Public Schools, OH* "Brilliant.... A playful, funny, and friendly treatment of anxiety and life's unpredictable messes."Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "Louie's exaggerated reactions...will trigger laughs with every page turn....McDonnell... excels at reminding his characters--and readers--that it's possible to keep it together even when life has jelly all over it."Publishers Weekly, starred review"The pleasures of watching a book depart from its conventions and address its sticky-fingered reader will tickle even the littlest postmodernist."New York Times Book Review"Classic McDonnell pen, ink, and watercolor pastels blend with mixed-media and crayon messes to make this untidy tale a victory for unkempt books everywhere. Keep calm, and read on!"School Library Journal"This [one] is a fun one-Kiddos who get messy with their books will likely giggle."Booklist; Title: A Perfectly Messed-Up Story | [
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10,891 | 18 | Grade 5-7-An information-packed miscellany of facts, photographs, illustrations, stories, and appealing ideas for activities. Narratives treat a variety of people representative of antebellum, war, and postwar times. In addition to Harriet Tubman and Abraham Lincoln, readers learn about the Southern-born Grimke sisters, leaders in the antislavery movement; and James Thomas, a former slave who became one of the richest African-American men in the country. Discussions of plantation slave life, European immigration, and children who took part in battles are also included. Cooking from period recipes, playing games typical of the era, making a Union Army "dog tent," and deciphering and creating spy codes are among the suggested activities. A play about the Battle of Bull Run is included, with parts for a large cast and instructions for making easy, inexpensive costumes and props. Black-and-white photographs, reproductions, and maps appear throughout. An engaging resource for teaching and learning.Starr E. Smith, Marymount University Library, Arlington, VACopyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Book of the American Civil War (Brown Paper School Uskids History) | [
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10,892 | 2 | Gr 36Maddy lives with her family in New Orleans. At almost 10, she is the youngest of five girls, and this summer it will be her turn to stay with her grandmother in the bayou. Apprehensive about the visither sisters say Grandmre is a witch, whose house has no electricity or indoor plumbingMaddy is also excited to discover Bon Temps. Soon, Grandmre teaches Maddy about healing herbs and their family history. When Maddy finds that she can call fireflies and see mermaids, Grandmre tells her the story of Mami Wata, the water spirit who accompanied their slave ancestors from Africa. Maddy soon comes to love the wetlands and the residents of Bon Temps, human and otherwise. So when the Gulf oil spill threatens the town, it is Maddy who must use her magic to save her new home. Some sensitive subject matter may be disturbing to younger readersMaddy's friend has an alcoholic father who inadvertently hurts him and then later dies in the explosion. Maddy is a brave and hopeful heroine, and the descriptions of the bayou are almost as magical as her legacy. VERDICT Hand this to middle grade readers who enjoy family stories, history, and a dose of fanciful magic.Laurie Slagenwhite Walters, Brighton District Library, Brighton, MI; Title: Bayou Magic | [
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10,893 | 18 | Grade 4-6?A conversational history of the American colonies, including factual information, stories, games, activities, and recipes. This book would be most useful to children interested in history who enjoy reading nonfiction for pleasure or to teachers looking for supplemental materials and projects to add to a colonial unit. It is not meant to be a definitive history of the American colonies, nor would it be particularly useful for reports. The impact of colonization on Native Americans is discussed in several areas of the text. The colonies are described roughly in the order they were settled, but little to no information is presented about New Hampshire, Connecticut, Delaware, or Maryland. The stories make the material accessible and fun to read, but could be misleading. Some of them appear to be based on primary sources, but there is no documentation. The list for further reading includes "The Colony of..." series (Watts; o.p.). Nonfiction has come a long way in the 25 years since those books were published in terms of discussing Native Americans, blacks, or women. "The Thirteen Colonies" (Children's, 1990) is a far better choice. Another positive feature of this new title is its inclusion of many different religious groups, explaining the differences among Pilgrims, Puritans, Quakers, etc. Black-and-white charcoal and pencil drawings help bring the time period into focus. Although the scholarship is a bit shaky, Book of the American Colonies is enjoyable reading and meets its goal of bringing history to life for children.?Lucinda Snyder Whitehurst, St. Christopher's School, Richmond, VACopyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: USKids History: Book of the American Colonies (Brown Paper School Uskids History) | [
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10,894 | 22 | Originally from California, Zachary Rau is an award-winning illustrator and writer living with his wife Lena and son Emmett in Portland, Oregon. He currently teaches at Pacific Northwest College of Art and Art Institute of Portland, and draws or writes every minute he can.; Title: Super Hero Squad: Iron Man's Super Power Mix-Up (Marvel Super Hero Squad) | [
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10,895 | 15 | In this novelty picture book that can be read both front to back and vice versa, a happy alien/squid (depending on where you begin) travels down/up each page on a voyage from deep space to deep waters, with a warm family embrace on one end and tranquil sleep on the other. The minimal text offers just a few words per page, and typical page spreads along the way can read zooming / around / over / under and offer fun path lines for kids to trace, or forced rhyming place settings like good afternoon / a lagoon. In all, its a bit of a lark that would be easily forgettable if it werent for Vivas ace artwork. His bold graphic designs are kitschy clean, weirdly classy, and inviting all at once, drenched in black and blue and shot through with noodles of zippy yellow that highlight the alien/squids travels. Though there isnt much to linger over here, children will have a blast yo-yoing endlessly back and forth through the pages of this light mind-bender. Preschool-Grade 1. --Ian Chipman "Intelligently conceived and handsomely executed, it's a potential classic."Publishers Weekly [starred review] "Cleverly designed and perfectly executed, this dynamic two-way story across space, land and sea offers multidimensional adventure and possibilities. . . . Meticulously designed, from its art direction to the print and finish on the pages, this is a thoughtful and thought-provoking work."; Title: A Long Way Away | [
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10,896 | 2 | Gitty Daneshvari was born in the creepy crawly yet ever so sunny city of Los Fangeles. As a young ghoul she was loquacious, curious, and freakishly fearful. Worried about everything from matted fur to aliens invading to getting stuck in an elevator, her diverse range of phobias was a most burdensome flaw. However, as she grew up and faced her fears, Gitty found they were the perfect inspiration for her defrightful middle grade series School of Fear. Gitty currently lives in New Volt City with her spooktacularly smelly English Bulldog Harriet.; Title: Monster High: Ghoulfriends 'til the End | [
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10,897 | 6 | Praise for Pinwheel:Salina Yoon is the award-winning creator of over a hundred and fifty innovative novelty books for young children, specializing in formats that are unique and interactive. Publishers Weekly has described Salina Yoon's books as clever, fresh, funny, and smart. Ms. Yoon has published with Scholastic Inc., Simon & Schuster, Penguin Young Readers Group, Random House, and Running Press.; Title: Pinwheel | [
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10,898 | 2 | Praise for the Imaginary Veterinary series:; Title: The Rain Dragon Rescue (The Imaginary Veterinary) | [
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10,899 | 2 | Gitty Daneshvari was born in the creepy crawly yet ever so sunny city of Los Fangeles. As a young ghoul she was loquacious, curious, and freakishly fearful. Worried about everything from matted fur to aliens invading to getting stuck in an elevator, her diverse range of phobias was a most burdensome flaw. However, as she grew up and faced her fears, Gitty found they were the perfect inspiration for her defrightful middle grade series School of Fear. Gitty currently lives in New Volt City with her spooktacularly smelly English Bulldog Harriet.; Title: Monster High: Who's That Ghoulfriend? (Monster High: Ghoulfriends) | [
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