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12,900 | 0 | What was it like to live in ancient Greece? What gods and goddesses did Greeks believe in? How did the Olympics start? What was the winners prize? Find out the answers to these questions and many more in this Magic Tree House Research Guide. Includes fun facts from Jack and Annie, fantastic photos and illustrations, and a guide to doing further research!MARY POPE OSBORNE and NATALIE POPE BOYCE are sisters who grew up on army posts all over the world. They are working on more Magic Tree House® Fact Tracker books to give Magic Tree House readers facts and information about places, time periods, and animals that Jack and Annie discover in the Magic Tree House adventures.Mary lives in Connecticut. Natalie makes her home nearby in the Berkshire Hills of Massachusetts. Mary is the author of all the Magic Tree House fiction titles as well as many more books for kids.SAL MURDOCCA has illustrated more than 200 children's trade and text books. He is also a librettist for children'sopera, a video artist, an avid runner, hiker, and bicyclist, and a teacher of children's illustration at the Parsons School of Design. Sal lives and works in New York with his wife, Nancy.; Title: Ancient Greece and the Olympics: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House (Magic Tree House Fact Tracker) | [
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12,901 | 11 | PreSchool-Grade 1It is January 5 and 4-year-old Federico is worried that the Magi, the Three Wise Men, won't fill his shoes with gifts because he has been naughty. He stays awake to watch for them, and the sight of the colorful Magi sailing through the sky laden with gifts, including his yearned-for toy horse, reassures him enough to lull him to sleep. This story takes place in an unnamed country in the southern hemisphere, where the kids frolic in summer clothing and lush, exotic plants are in bloom. Vidal's meticulous watercolor-and-gouache paintings bring Federico's world alive and make his nighttime garden a truly magical place, beneath a sparkling, star-spangled sky. Federico is so sweet that children won't believe for a moment that his shoes will remain empty. An author's note explains Epiphany Day as it is celebrated in Latin American countries.E. M. Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreS-Gr. 2. On the night of January fifth, Federico and his sisters go to sleep hoping for gifts from the Magi, who "ride though the night sky bringing regalos to good girls and boys." While his sisters and parents are sleeping, wakeful Federico goes out and watches the stars until he sees the Magi approaching on their flying camels. The appended glossary helpfully translates regalos (gifts) and eight other Spanish words, though the meanings are usually evident from the context and illustrations. Decoratively patterned, the gouache-and-watercolor paintings employ naive forms and glowing colors to create magical scenes expressing a child's delight in a world that is full of wonders: the dark, quiet garden; the constellations; and the Magi themselves. According to the jacket flap, the story is based on Vidal's childhood experiences in Argentina, and the artwork does have the look of a lovingly re-created time and place. With its quiet narrative and beautiful illustrations, this celebrates the end of the Christmas season in a distinctly Latin American way, yet its story is accessible to every child. Carolyn PhelanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Federico and the Magi's Gift: A Latin American Christmas Story | [
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12,902 | 2 | PreS–Reading readiness, numerals, and socialization skills are promoted in this engaging activity book. Children can help Casey count his favorite treasures to take to school (One blankie for quiet time. Two books with words that rhyme). The picture rebus of animal sounds invites participation. What's in the Classroom? familiarizes preschoolers with a new setting, and objects in the detailed scene are labeled to extend vocabulary. Primary concepts such as color, shapes, and opposites are conveyed in Kelley's cheerful, watercolor cartoons of a culturally diverse class having fun in a variety of environments–from the Triangle-Square Ranch to a rainy day on the playground. Short stories address topics such as separation anxiety and fears of Will I Have a Friend? Hays also includes a helpful section for parents that highlights the developmentally appropriate learning opportunities each activity provides. A useful resource to share with families preparing for the first day of school.–Linda Ludke, London Public Library, Ontario, Canada Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreS. With lots of cheerfully illustrated rhymes, stories, and interactive games, this big picture book is an excellent title to prepare kids for preschool. Each spacious, double-page spread dramatizes concepts to talk about--from the alphabet, numbers, and colors to opposites and parts of the body. There are also stories about making friends, sharing, and much more. Some stories deal with real problems. One shows how hard it is to say good-bye to Dad; another how hard it is to go home when school is over; a third that it's not always easy to make friends. Written without jargon, Hays' detailed, hands-on educational notes to adults suggest how to use each story and activity with the child, whether pointing at and naming objects in the classroom, having fun with phonics, or sharing lunch. Hazel RochmanCopyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Ready, Set, Preschool!: Stories, Poems and Picture Games with an Educational Guide for Parents | [
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12,903 | 2 | Elmo is too big for a crib! Hes ready to sleep in a big kids bed! It may take a little while, but with his favorite snuggly blanket and his teddy bear David by his side, soon Elmo feels comfortable in his new bed.Established in July 2013 in a merger between Penguin and Random House, Penguin Random House, with nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, more than 15,000 new titles published each year, and close to 800 million print, audio, and eBooks sold annually, is the worlds leading trade book publisher. Like its predecessor companies, Penguin Random House is committed to publishing adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print editions and is a pioneer in digital publishing. Its publishing lists include more than 60 Nobel Prize laureates and hundreds of the worlds most widely read authors.; Title: Big Enough for a Bed (Sesame Street) | [
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12,904 | 0 | Andrew, Judy, and Thudd drive the Water Bug deep into the ocean, where the only light comes from strange glowing creatures. Just as they're passing over the deepest place on earth, the trusty Water Bug loses power! Now instead of saving the giant squids, Andrew, Judy, and Thudd will have to save themselves - or be lost on the bottom of the ocean forever!J. C. Greenburg is the author of many books for young people in the library and reference fields. Shes a frequent visitor to schools and pays close attention to kid feedback. She lives in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY.; Title: Andrew Lost #8: In the Deep | [
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12,905 | 0 | Crockett Johnson, creator of the 1955 classic Harold and the Purple Crayon, also wrote a lovely, nonsensically philosophical collection of 12 stories about a little girl named Ellen and her conversations with her stuffed lion. Originally published in 1959, Ellens Lion has an old-fashioned feel, but its explorations of child logic and imagination are universal and fresh, the perspective authentically childlike. In one story, Ellen pretends she is terrified of her pet lion and calls the police. The lion becomes impatient and annoyed. Ellen feels guilty: "I should have asked you if you ate people before I called a policeman," she says. The lion tells her she didnt use a real telephone. "But I called a real policeman, said Ellen." In another story, "Sad Interlude," Ellen displays sympathy for her "poor sad old lion." The lion is indignant:Originally published in 1959 and out of print for two decades, this collection of very short stories chronicles Ellens relationship complete with two-way conversationswith her floppy stuffed lion. Ellens temperament is a bit like Christopher Robins (though her appearance is a clone of Harold, from Harold and the Purple Crayon fame), but her lion is a no-nonsense, tougher-minded Pooh, with the voice of reason and reality to counter Ellens high-flying imagination. The stories range from fear of the dark and being sad to playing doctor, being a fairy princess, and dealing with a new toy that almost replaces lion.Parents will find the subtly droll stories as entertaining as children, and a child who reads chapter books will find especially rewarding.; Title: Ellen's Lion: Twelve Stories by Crockett Johnson | [
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12,906 | 2 | Russell Cooper is lucky. When he and his family move to Lost River, a toothy-grinned boy named Joey Banks takes him under his wing. Joey makes everything into an adventure--cavorting in his favorite swimming hole, target practice with his .22, catching frogs, and playing tricks on his annoying older sister Amanda Jane. When their boyish pranks would go awry, as they often did, Joey would swear "Rusty-boy" to secrecy: "Seems like Joey and me were always making pacts. Lots of pacts, leading up to that last one. 'Rusty,' he'd say to me. 'I swear to howdy, if you tell a soul...'" Van Draanen's tales of boyhood antics told by a boy with a down-home way of talking, brings back the spirit of Huck Finn, and, as in Huckleberry Finn, darker themes lurk beneath the surface.Joey lives in fear of his father's temper (and the switch), and he creates elaborate schemes to conceal anything that might cause his dad to blow, from replacing a dead pet goldfish to burying the body of the family cat he accidentally kills when his dad orders him to shoot some pesky squirrels. When one of Joey and Rusty's pranks turns tragic, the two boys are eaten alive by their horrible secret, kept so by a sacred blood oath of friendship. Author of the award-winning Sammy Keyes mysteries series and Flipped, Van Draanen knows how to tell a story--keeping the narrative light on its feet while dramatically portraying the idea that actions have consequences and keeping secrets can be deadly. (Ages 12 and older) --Karin Snelson*Starred Review* Gr. 5-7. The summer Rusty Cooper moves next door to Joey Banks is one of the best in his life. Joey is a fearless adventurer and a creative prankster, and Rusty is proud to be his friend even though being buddies with Joey means keeping secrets, especially after escapades backfire. Rusty gladly agrees to keep silent, nicking his finger to make a blood pact. But then Joey's sister dies as a result of a prank, and Rusty learns that friendship may mean breaking promises and getting help from adults. Van Draanen deftly hooks readers and keeps their attention with a series of hilarious stunts right up to the shocking climax. Van Draanen masterfully portrays the changing attitudes of 12-year-olds oblivious to the possible consequences of their actions, and without resorting to contrivances, she provides plenty of clues to Rusty and Joey's desperate actions. A deceptively simple narrative, funny at the outset but realistic in its consideration of some very serious issues. Give this to readers who liked Marion Dane Bauer's On My Honor (2001). Chris ShermanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Swear to Howdy | [
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12,907 | 1 | Grade 5-8Once again Sammy Keyes is up to her ears in mystery. When she discovers a succession of cats killed in bizarre ways and left in dumpsters around town, she tries to figure out who would commit such a crime. Then her mother reappears and confesses that she had changed Sammy's birth certificate to get her into kindergarten so she is actually turning 13 on her birthdayagain. Sammy, anxious to move beyond the unlucky number, is beside herself. But she learns to cope with the situations in her life and solves the cat mystery as well. Heather, her archenemy, reappears, yet this time Sammy has more good luck than bad in dealing with herprobably due to the four-leaf clover given to her by Heather's brother, Casey. Throughout the book, details refer back to earlier stories but not so much so that readers new to the series will be lost. And Sammy's anger at her mother for abandoning her, mean girls at school, and her ambivalence about her attraction to Casey will strike a chord with young teens. Another hit in a solid series.Diana Pierce, Running Brushy Middle School, Cedar Park, TX Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 5-8. Cats are disappearing in Sammy Keyes' neighborhood, and, worse still, some are turning up dead in garbage cans. The 13-year-old detective won't rest until she and her friend, Holly, track down the perpetrators. A new wrestling school, where Sammy learns a few flashy moves, might just lead them to the villains. Meanwhile, series fans can catch up with the familiar cast of characters as Sammy's unreliable mother visits; her archenemy, Heather, starts a fight; and a hint of romance develops between Sammy and Heather's brother. Sammy continues to be likeable, smart, determined, and sometimes hotheaded as she copes with bad news from her mother and the usual tense routine of living secretly in her grandmother's adults-only apartment building. While readers may need to suspend disbelief as Sammy outwits another crook, they'll recognize the rest of her life as believably complicated and imperfect--like their own. Kathleen OdeanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Sammy Keyes and the Psycho Kitty Queen | [
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12,908 | 18 | Grade 3-7-Short biographical sketches present the stories of 24 women who fought in different ways for America's freedom during the Revolutionary War. The biographies of these "Daughters of Liberty" are arranged in eight sections, illustrating contributions ranging from literary support of the cause (e.g., Phillis Wheatley and Mary Katharine Goddard) to those who fought on the battlefield (e.g., Deborah Samson and Margaret Cochran Corbin). Black-and-white reproductions, commemorative statues, and period weapons illustrate the text. Boxed paragraphs providing interesting background information (descriptions of petticoats, liberty spinning bees, samplers, and the use of leeches) are interspersed throughout the book. The writing style is simple and the sentences are short, with vocabulary appropriate for the intended audience as well as for reluctant readers. Libraries looking for curriculum support may want to consider this title to complement Karen Zeinert's Those Remarkable Women of the American Revolution (Millbrook, 1996), Mary Furbee's Women of the American Revolution (Lucent, 1999), and Louise Slavicek's Women of the American Revolution (Lucent, 2002).-Jennifer Ralston, Harford County Public Library, Belcamp, MD Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 3-5. This volume in the Landmark Books series celebrates the contributions of women to the patriot cause during the American Revolution. Redmond spotlights 24 individuals who served through their writing, sewing, nursing, fighting, and spying. Along with familiar names such as Betsy Ross and Deborah Samson, Redmond introduces relatively unknown figures--among them, Mammy Kate, a slave who entered the British fort where her owner was held prisoner and smuggled him out hidden in her laundry basket. The many illustrations, not seen in final form, include reproductions of period paintings, prints, and drawings as well as photos of sites and artifacts. A colorful author's note, a source bibliography, and a brief time line are appended. Though each entry is only a few pages long, the book provides interesting sidelights on the period. Good supplemental material on the Revolution. Carolyn PhelanCopyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Patriots in Petticoats: Heroines of the American Revolution (Landmark Books) | [
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12,909 | 1 | It?s Christmastime in Christmastown. Santa is getting ready to deliver toys to all the girls and boys?but where is Rudolph? Press the button to light up Rudolph?s nose. Young readers will discover lots of bright surprises as they look for Rudolph.; Title: Rudolph's Bright Christmas (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer) | [
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12,910 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2One snowy day in Maine, the stork delivers an enormous newborn to an astounded family. Narrated in a laconic New Englander's style by his sister, this episodic look at the gigantic baby's first year of life is milked for every ounce of its illustrative worth. Diaper changing requires hazmat suits, fire hoses, and talcum powder dispensed via helicopter; knitting hats and booties for the nipper sends a kindly lady with bandaged hands into catatonia; real boats become the toys in each ocean bath, and eating ice cream means swallowing the truck as well as its wares. Each lush spread in Hawkes's characteristic style uses space and perspective to particular advantage as it focuses on the wicked big toddlah. The many bits of visual humor will keep youngsters poring back and forth over the pages. Though the plot is thin, the sheer exuberance of the pictures and title character will keep children's imaginations stoked with the big-time possibilities of life as a giant.Marge Loch-Wouters, Menasha Public Library, WI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.When a baby is born in Maine, his uncle says, "That's a wicked big toddlah ya got theyah!" Big? Gigantic is more like it. Known as Toddie, the baby has fingers as big as some of the relatives. It takes two people to give him his bottle. And changing his diaper . . . let's just say forklifts, hoses, and women in Hazmat suits are involved. There's no real story here, just double-page spreads of Toddie and the Lilliputians who are trying to take care of him or, just as likely, getting out of his way. The artwork is terrific. Using woodsy Maine, with its cobalt skies and azure waters, as background, Hawkes finds a way to make Toddie endearing and a little frightening at the same time. Kids will be fascinated when his huge head peeks over a hill or when he crawls about at Thanksgiving, yelling "Hihowaahya?!!" as tiny grannies and little cousins scatter to the winds. Ilene CooperCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: The Wicked Big Toddlah | [
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12,911 | 0 | "Z is for "ZOMBIE . . . Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are excited to vacation in the Louisiana bayou. But the small village they visit has a scary problem. The villagers tell stories of voodoo and a giant zombie with silver hair who has been digging up graves in the cemetery. Can the the tales be true? It's up to Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose to unearth the secrets of the zombie zone.RON ROY has been writing books for children since 1974. He is the author of dozens of books, including the popular A to Z Mysteries, Calendar Mysteries, and Capital Mysteries. When not working on a new book, Ron likes to teach tricks to his dog Pal, play poker with friends, travel, and read thrilling mystery books. STEPHEN GILPIN is the award-winning illustrator of dozens of childrens books, including the popular and very funny Pirate Mom. He brings his fresh, kid-friendly style to all the covers of the A to Z Mysteries series.; Title: The Zombie Zone (A to Z Mysteries) | [
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12,912 | 7 | K-Gr. 2. The neighboring towns of Tralee and Tralah compete each year in a St. Patrick's Day decorating contest, and each year Tralee loses. This year, however, six-year-old Tralee resident Fiona Riley has an idea that may turn the town's luck around--she suggests that they paint the entire town green. As the two towns busy themselves with contest preparations, a stranger comes to Tralah, a small, pointy-eared man on a white horse who needs help getting his cows unstuck from the mud. The townspeople of Tralah can't be bothered to help him; they are cutting shamrocks out of cardboard to glue on all their trees. But the good folks of Tralee, led again by Fiona, agree to hang up their paintbrushes and help the cows. Despite their sacrifice, they win the contest; the stranger paints the town green while they are sleeping. Wojciechowski's charming tale is beautifully complemented by Curry's stylized depictions of green rolling hills and thatched-roof houses. Both text and art convey a sturdy feeling about community and charity, brushed with touch of whimsy. Karin SnelsonCopyright American Library Association. All rights reservedWojciechowski tells a fine story that reads well aloud; Currys drolly mock-primitive paintings practically glow with color and bristle with texture. Practice your brogue, and sure and begorra, start working some story-hour magic.The Horn BookFrom the Trade Paperback edition.; Title: A Fine St. Patrick's Day | [
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12,913 | 0 | The Magic Tree House adventures continue in books 9--12. Morgan the magical librarian of Camelot challenges Jack and Annie to discover the answers to four riddles as they travel under the sea to the Wild West, the African plains, and the frozen Arctic. If they succeed, they will become Master Librarians! Books in this set include: Dolphins at Daybreak (#9)Ghost Town at Sundown (#10) Lions at Lunchtime (#11) Polar Bears past Bedtime (#12) Magic Tree House Books #9--12.MARY POPE OSBORNE is the author of the New York Times number one bestselling Magic Tree House series. She and her husband, writer Will Osborne (author of Magic Tree House: The Musical), live in northwestern Connecticut with their three dogs. Ms. Osborne is also the coauthor of the companion Magic Tree House Fact Trackers series with Will, and with her sister, Natalie Pope Boyce. SAL MURDOCCA has illustrated more than 200 children's trade and text books. He is also a librettist for children's opera, a video artist, an avid runner, hiker, and bicyclist, and a teacher of children's illustration at the Parsons School of Design. Sal lives and works in New York with his wife, Nancy.; Title: Magic Tree House Boxed Set, Books 9-12: Dolphins at Daybreak, Ghost Town at Sundown, Lions at Lunchtime, and Polar Bears Past Bedtime | [
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12,914 | 0 | S. A. Kramer is the author of many nonfiction graded readers. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.; Title: Submarines (Step into Reading) | [
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12,915 | 0 | Sergeant Murphy, Huckle, Lowly, Mr. Fixit, and the rest of the Busytown citizens are busy indeed in this big treasury from beloved storyteller, Richard Scarry . Sixteen stories are collected from the classic Richard Scarry's Funniest Storybook Ever and Richard Scarry's What Do People Do All Day?, including "The Talking Bread," "Building a New Road," "The Unlucky Day," "A Visit to the Hospital," and "Sergeant Murphy and the Banana Thief." A whole new generation will giggle at the slapstick antics and gentle misfortunes of Scarry's colorfully drawn animal characters as they go about their everyday lives building houses, mailing birthday letters, and going fishing. In addition to the warm, funny stories, Richard Scarry's books are terrific language builders. Children pore over every page, lingering to find the droll little details they may not have caught their first--or fifty-first--time around. (Ages 2 to 6) --Emilie CoulterStep into Richard Scarry?s Busytown, where pigs drive speedboats, a raccoon delivers the mail, and an absent-minded rabbit gets stuck in wet cement. Sixteen favorite stories are featured in this full-color, hardcover storybook collection.; Title: Richard Scarry's Favorite Storybook Ever (Picture Book) | [
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12,916 | 0 | RON ROY has been writing books for children since 1974. He is the author of dozens of books, including the popular A to Z Mysteries, Capital Mysteries, and Calendar Mysteries. When not working on a new book in his Connecticut home, Ron likes to teach tricks to his dog Pal, play poker with friends, travel, and read thrilling mystery books. Visit him online at RonRoy.com.; Title: Capital Mysteries #5: Who Broke Lincoln's Thumb? | [
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12,917 | 13 | PreSchool-Grade 3This musical fantasy about a disobedient boy who leaves the safety of the garden for the unknown world of the meadow, cleverly conquering the danger he encounters, has been a childhood favorite since 1936. An opening page introduces the characters, naming and depicting the instrument associated with each one. Prokofiev purists, however, will have issues with this retelling. The text is much longer, much of it hammering home the obvious (that the wolf is dangerous) or providing unnecessary background (the content of grandfather's dream). This extraneous verbiage leaves less room for the music to spin the story. It is the ending, though, that will prove most troubling to longtime fans. This wolf is a pathetic captive, begging to go home, feeling guilty about his deed; the hunters are nervous Nellies; grandfather has changed his tune from paternal skepticism to pride; and yes, the duck is coughed out as the wolf is returned to the forest. The impact of the drama is considerably lessened. Malone's illustrations are well matched to the story, evoking a somewhat surreal and sometimes humorous world with a Russian flavor. A serviceable CD, recorded by the Cincinnati Pops and narrated by Peter Thomas, is included. Erna Voigt's faithful rendition (Godine, 1979; o.p.) set a standard for this story that is hard to beat.Wendy Lukehart, Washington DC Public Library Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreS-Gr. 4. A CD featuring the Cincinnati Pops' rendition of Prokofiev's music and narration by Peter Thomas accompanies this new version of Peter's story, which Malone handsomely illustrates in soft-edged paintings. Feathery brush strokes and golden hues lend a comforting, nostalgic feel to the story, while bold close-up views of the agile, sharp-toothed wolf will thrill children. Libraries may already have other versions on the shelf (books by Loriot [1986] and Vladimir Vagin [2000] are particularly noteworthy), but Schulman's retelling and the accompanying recording make an appealing package. The expertly produced images and music will easily draw children into this classic, and its sly introduction to the sounds of the symphony.^B Gillian EngbergCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Sergei Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf: With a Fully-Orchestrated and Narrated CD | [
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12,918 | 15 | What happens when Father Cats Christmas tree grows and grows and grows? Read the newest story from the busy world of Richard Scarry and find out!Richard Scarrys funny, detailed illustrations have thrilled children for generations.; Title: Richard Scarry's Father Cat's Christmas Tree (Look-Look) | [
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12,919 | 4 | Thomas is visiting the docks and is amazed at how busy all of his friends are! He wants to help out, but the other engines say they can do it on their own. It takes a big accident for Thomas to be able to prove what a Really Useful Engine he can be.In 1944, a country vicar, the Reverend W Awdry, wrote the stories he had been telling his two young sons about a group of engines with very recognizable personalities. In 1945, the first book featuring Thomas and the other Really Useful Engines was published, and in the 60 years since, the tales of these friendly engines have become beloved classics around the world.; Title: Down at the Docks (Thomas & Friends) | [
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12,920 | 0 | Kindergarten-Grade 5–Sierra has selected some of the funniest and most memorable schoolyard rhymes available in this appealing collection, including such old favorites as Miss Mary Mack, Mack, Mack, Lady with the Alligator Purse, and Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire. Kids will also howl over other offerings that may be new to this generation: Ladies and jellybeans, hoboes and tramps,/Cross-eyed mosquitoes and bow-legged ants and Tarzan, Tarzan, through the air,/Tarzan lost his underwear. The rhythms and nonsense rhymes are irresistible, compelling memorization and participation in the fun. Tried-and- true wordplays will tickle young readers, such as the one that begins Splickety-splat,/I saw a dead rat,/and I 1 it./Say you 2 it and eventually leads to the delightfully disgusting conclusion, I 8 it. Sweet's animated watercolor-and-collage illustrations fill the pages with expressive faces, thin lines of verse shaped into jump ropes and borders, and hilarious interpretive scenes from the rhymes. This is a definite winner, as it will be enormously popular with children.–Lee Bock, Glenbrook Elementary School, Pulaski, WI Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.K-Gr. 3. Sierra has selected 50 traditional playground chants and rhymes for inclusion in this illustrated collection. Selections range from the familiar ("Fudge, fudge tell the judge, / Mama's got a newborn baby") to the strange ("Ladies and gentlemen, / Take my advice, / Pull down your pants / And slide on the ice") to the rude ("BURP! Pardon me for being so rude. / It wasn't me, it was my food!"). Sweet's comical, mixed-media art adds to the wackiness of the rhymes, with jump ropes commanding a prominent position, whether used by children or pickles or bears. Text is frequently incorporated into the pictures; verses are printed on ropes and on the stripes of flags. A great choice for back-to-school displays. Kay WeismanCopyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Schoolyard Rhymes: Kids' Own Rhymes for Rope-Skipping, Hand Clapping, Ball Bouncing, and Just Plain Fun | [
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12,921 | 3 | Eager to read his new book, the narrator of Bertram and Bloom's frolicsome debut just can't find the right spot to read. "I love Grammy's soft, cozy chair./ But so does old Rover. I tell him, `Move over,'/ But he won't make room for me there." The bean bag chair springs a leak, the backyard sprinklers drench him, and a wayward spring in "a lumpy and bumpy old chair" shoots him up "so high in the air." Finally he finds "the best place to be, just my book, Mom, and me"-his mother's lap. Except for a handful of awkward verses, the bouncy rhymes accentuate the slapstick and capture the boy's eagerness, frustration and (at last) cozy bliss. Garland (The Mouse Before Christmas) follows the text's light-hearted lead with computer-generated illustrations that recall Toy Story in the sculpted-clay look of figures and objects. The narrator's melon-size head sits atop a diminutive body, and his geometric world sports perfectly round bushes, with vibrant backgrounds featuring strong patterns. But the stylized approach diminishes the tender conclusion: in his mother's lap the boy appears stiff and his expression seems almost vacant. Aside from the chilly visual wrap-up, however, the story should elicit some giggles. Ages 3-6. Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.PreSchool-Grade 2-A young boy describes his dilemma: he has a new book, but can't seem to find a comfortable and quiet place to read it. Like Goldilocks, he finds various seats too small, too chilly, too wobbly, or already occupied. The singsong verses describe how he rejects one spot after another as a spring in the old armchair comes loose under him, a lawn sprinkler turns on next to him, and his brother's beanbag chair explodes beneath him. The lighthearted artwork has the flat look of computer graphics, and some of the images seem slightly out of focus. Despite a satisfactory ending (the boy and his mother read together in a cozy chair), the overall effect is wearing, as the slight, single-minded plot barely manages to sustain interest. Still, young readers will enjoy exploring the colorful details that fill this child's world. A mixed effort that's mildly appealing.Kathie Meizner, Montgomery County Public Libraries, Chevy Chase, MDCopyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: The Best Place to Read | [
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12,922 | 16 | What does a Sesame Street Christmas celebrate? How about: Three French friends, two yummy cookies, a red monster up in a tree, and lots more! Sing and laugh along with this hilarious Sesame Street version of the favorite Christmas carol.Sarah Albeewrites children's books for many age groups and under a number of pseudonyms. She has had three of her books appear on the New York Times Bestseller list. Before she began her career as a children's book writer and editor, Sarah was a newspaper cartoonist and a semiprofessional basketball player. These days she lives in Connecticut with her husband and three children.After graduating from Rhode Island School of Design,Maggie Swansonspent three years at Hallmark Cards. In college she learned about drawing and painting and dreaming. Hallmark taught her to start and finish a job in a timely and professional manner. After that, she started her freelance career, and has illustrated over 100 children's books for many different publishers. She lives in Connecticut with her husband Rick.; Title: Elmo's 12 Days of Christmas (Sesame Street) (Big Bird's Favorites Board Books) | [
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12,923 | 18 | Starred Review. Grade 1-5 - This picture-book biography touches on some of the most complex and fascinating aspects of the boxing champion's life, such as his conversion to Islam, his refusal to fight in Vietnam, and his penchant for boastful rhymes. Bolden's engaging text has a free-verse structure punctuated with enthusiastic exclamations that is enjoyable to read aloud. The book is ideal for browsing or to highlight in a booktalk, but it may not appeal to patrons seeking a straightforward source for assignments or young sports fans who want to see realistic art. The illustrations are striking from a graphic-design standpoint: Christie's use of bold pinks and yellows, sketchy pencil lines, and dark strokes of paint illuminate the playful text and emphasize Ali's exciting life and flamboyant personality. This is a fine addition for collections with several titles about the champ and for libraries where this artist's work is popular. - Anne M. Holcomb, Los Angeles Public Library Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 2-5. In simple, clear, and lively text, Bolden introduces both Ali the fighter and Ali the activist. Beginning with Ali's childhood in Louisville, Bolden retells the famous anecdote of Ali choosing to become a boxer after his beloved Schwinn bicycle was stolen. Then come the highlights of Ali's biography: his Olympic medal, heavyweight championship, conversion to Islam, refusal to be drafted, and the activism and brilliant victories that marked the latter half of his career. Bolden also includes several of Ali's famous rhymed poems. These, along with the use of repetition and action words, make for a lively text. The words interact well with Christie's sturdy acrylic paintings so that, for instance, when we see Ali punching at the heavy bag, the text slants as the bag does, as if the words themselves are feeling Ali's power. While this book acknowledges Ali as a controversial figure, it largely portrays him as a man who "loved people--all people." That certainly wasn't true, especially early on, but kids will respond to the message. John GreenCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: The Champ | [
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12,924 | 0 | As a very special extension of our acclaimed and bestselling Step into Reading line, Star Wars Jedi Readers will feature photographs from Episode III and text that is carefully designed to help children learn to read. This Step 5 Jedi Reader will focus on Obi Wan Kenobis adventure from the movie!; Title: Obi-Wan's Foe (Star Wars Revenge of the Sith, Jedi Readers, Step 4) | [
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12,925 | 13 | "A unique book that honors Africa by projecting images that are true and honors American children by giving them the very best." --School Library Journal (starred)From the Hardcover edition.Full color photographs. "Hello, Stranger-Friend" begins Maya Angelou's story about Thandi, a South African Ndebele girl, her mischievous brother, her beloved chicken, and the astonishing mural art produced by the women of her tribe. With never-before-seen photographs of the very private Ndebele women and their paintings, this unique book shows the passing of traditions from parent to child and introduces young readers to a new culture through a new friend.; Title: My Painted House, My Friendly Chicken, and Me | [
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12,926 | 17 | Maya Angelou spent her childhood moving between two homes. She was often lonely, and when she was abused by her mother?s boyfriend, sensitive Maya felt guilty and more alone than ever. But with time and a new friend, Maya began to share her thoughts and feelings with other people. Poet, playwright, actress, singer, and civil rights activist, Maya Angelou is a role model for women, African Americans, and all Americans. A sensitive yet accessible approach to difficult subjects as well as an introduction to a great figure in our recent history, this book is sure to motivate discussion.; Title: Meet Maya Angelou (Landmark Books) | [
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12,927 | 0 | They roar. They claw. They stalk. They pounce. The wild cats of the world are beautiful, but also deadly. From ferocious lions, speedy cheetahs, and cagey tigers to unusual sand cats and clouded leopards, Wild Cats takes you into the wild.Mary Batten is an award-winning science writer whose previous books—Discovery by Chance, The Tropical Forest, and Nature’s Tricksters—were written for the juvenile market. Her magazine credits include Cosmopolitan, Science Digest, and International Wildlife. She has written scripts for fifty television films, the producers of which include Time-Life Films, Children's Television Workshop, National Geographic, and Disney Educational Productions. She lives in Virginia.Michael Langham Rowe is an illustrator of children’s and young adult books. The books he has illustrated include Wild Cats, Wild Horses, and Wild, Wild Dogs.; Title: Wild Cats (Step into Reading) | [
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12,928 | 0 | Helicopters are amazing machines that go places and do things that other vehicles cannot. Readers will love learning about the many daring jobs and rescues they undertake every day. Chock full of exciting color photographs, too!Susan E. Goodman is a writer and journalist. Michael Doolittle is a photographer and photo editor. Together they have collaborated on many childrens books, including beginning readers and the Ultimate Field Trip series. Susan lives in Boston; Michael lives in Connecticut.; Title: Choppers! (Step into Reading) | [
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12,929 | 13 | Young and old <i>Star Wars</i> fans alike will find everything they want to know about <i>Star Wars:</i> Episode III in this fact-filled book, packed with full-color photos from the movie as well as details about the new and old characters, creatures, vehicles, and imaginative locations.; Title: Revenge of the Sith Scrapbook (Star Wars) | [
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12,930 | 3 | At last, the true story behind the Princess and the Pea! (Come on, did you really think a princess could feel a pea through 20 mattresses?) In this retelling of the classic fairy tale we're finally presented with the pea's-eye view. This fresh green perspective allows us to see that the tiny legume held lofty expectations from the early days in the pod. We also learn something we suspected all along--the whole thing went down a little differently than rumors held. (One can imagine a whole line of revisionist fairy tales recast from the eyes of crucial inanimates--the beanstalk, the glass slipper, the red riding hood.)Grey's bright, whimsical illustrations will help distract readers from the text's choppy timeline and odd capitalization, and observant young viewers will spot early on a key player in the finale. Note: While the story may give kids a new respect for vegetables, we can't promise that means they'll start eating them. (Ages 4 to 8) --Brangien DavisPreSchool-Grade 3-The "real story" of the Princess and the Pea is finally told from the pea's point of view. It begins its story in the palace garden, nestled in a pod with its brothers and sisters. It just knew it was destined for greatness and was not surprised when it was picked from the pile of shelled peas and taken to the queen. The prince has just returned home after a year of fruitless searching for a bride and the queen is not happy. She places an ad in the newspaper for REAL princesses and spends months testing young women with the pea-under-the-mattress trick. One stormy night, there is a knock on the door and there stands a young woman with a basket of fresh veggies. Without a chance to say a word, she is whisked off to a bedroom and placed on the top of 20 mattresses. The little pea recognizes her as its beloved gardener and decides to take action. All night long it whispers into her ear, "There is something Large and Round and very Uncomfortable in the bed under you." The rest is history. This story lacks the zing and energy and cohesiveness of other spoofs such as Jon Scieszka's The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs (Viking, 1989). The gardening touches in the quirky illustrations add an element of fun, but even the queen's carrot nose and pea eyes cannot save the rambling tale. Readers are left hoping for more "inside dirt" than is delivered here.Wendy Woodfill, Hennepin County Library, Minnetonka, MNCopyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: The Very Smart Pea and the Princess-to-be | [
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12,931 | 2 | PreS. When little Georgie outgrows his crib, he chooses an antique replacement that is inscribed with the promise of magic if he says his prayers and a secret password, which he finally discovers. Every night thereafter, Georgie embarks on a new and different journey: through the jungle, on a swim with dolphins ("which is why his bed was sometimes wet in the mornings"), in the stream of dreamtime traffic, or racing geese and witches. Then Georgie's family replaces his magic bed with a bland new one, but he manages one last flight. The ambiguous ending is a bit weak, the subject (a child's secret nighttime adventures) isn't new, and a few details are unclear: Whom does Georgie live with? How old is he? But Burningham's simple, sly sentences and whimsical mixed-media art will immediately transport children on their own imagined departures, while reassuring little ones who are dreading new, big beds of their own. Gillian EngbergCopyright © American Library Association. All rights reservedWhen Georgie outgrows his baby bed, he chooses a big second-hand bed that the thrift shop owner tells him is magic. The lady who had it before said you could travel in it. Georgies granny teases him about his magic bed. But every night, Georgie has a new adventure with tigers or gnomes or pirates in faraway places. Some nights he would swim with dolphins, which is why his bed is sometimes wet in the morning. And when his granny replaces the old relic with a spanking-new bed, Georgie has his revenge.John Burninghams playful handling of a childs imagination and the special relationship a child has with his or her bed makes this a good-night story that children will beg to hear again and again.; Title: The Magic Bed | [
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12,932 | 4 | rst book about the now famous engines was originally published in 1945. Here are the original four stories about kind, hard-working Edward, proud Gordon, and fussy Henry. Watchful readers will recognize a very popular little blue engine hiding in one of the pictures . . . waiting for his own book.In 1944, a country vicar, the Reverend W Awdry, wrote the stories he had been telling his two young sons about a group of engines with very recognizable personalities. In 1945, the first book featuring Thomas and the other Really Useful Engines was published, and in the 60 years since, the tales of these friendly engines have become beloved classics around the world.From the Trade Paperback edition.; Title: Three Railway Engines (Railway Series) | [
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12,933 | 2 | Grade 8 Up-High school sophomore Paul lives in a present-day gaytopia, where boys come out of the closet to become class president, and the Gay-Straight Alliance has more members than the football team. The cheerleaders ride Harleys, and the cross-dressing homecoming queen is also the star quarterback. Paul meets artistic Noah in the bookstore. They pass notes rife with meaningful detail; paint in Noah's psychedelic, art-covered room; and fall in sweet, realistic teenage love, unencumbered by gay bashing, sexual-identity crises, and parental rejection. With these real-world plot constraints removed, the narrative is driven completely by colorful, literate characters at their unfettered best. Paul is the cerebral teen's dream narrator-reflective and insightful, occasionally snarky, and consistently hilarious. Levithan's whimsical, energetic prose and surreal setting draw comparisons to Weetzie Bat-era Francesca Lia Block. The sharp humor and thoughtful clarity of the narration are on par with those in Stephen Chbosky's The Perks of Being a Wallflower (MTV, 1999) and Ellen Wittlinger's Hard Love (S & S, 1999). Levithan's prophecy of a hate-free world in which everyone loves without persecution makes this a provocative and important read for all young adults, gay or straight.Johanna Lewis, New York Public LibraryCopyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.Gr. 9-12. Paul, a high-school sophomore, is gay. Big deal! He's known he was gay since he was in kindergarten. Remarkably, everybody else knows it, too, and nobody cares. Clearly, the world Paul inhabits in this breakthrough book (the first upbeat gay novel for teens) differs from the real world: two boys walk through town holding hands; the cross-dressing quarterback, named Infinite Darlene, is not only captain of the football team but also homecoming queen; the school has a biker cheerleading team. Even in this whimsical world, however, the course of true love doesn't always run smoothly: Paul meets--and gets--the boy, Noah, a new kid in town, but loses him. Then, in perfect balance with this extraordinarily large-hearted, cheerful book, something unpredictable but deeply satisfying happens. Though at times arch and even precious, this wacky, charming, original story is never outrageous, and its characters are fresh, real, and deeply engaging. In its blithe acceptance and celebration of human differences, this is arguably the most important gay novel since Nancy Garden's Annie on My Mind; it certainly seems to represent a revolution in the publishing of gay-themed books for adolescents. Michael CartCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Boy Meets Boy | [
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12,934 | 12 | Little Critter's sister dreams about all the wonderful things she's going to do when she grows up. She imagines being a great ballet dancer, a world-famous doctor, a race-car driver, and more!MERCER MAYER began writing and illustrating children's books in 1966, and since then, he has published over 300 titles. Readers can open almost any of his award-winning books and out may pop dragons, cuddly monsters, wonderful creatures, and endearing critters.Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer created one of childrens books most cherished characters, Little Critter. He currently lives in Connecticut.; Title: When I Grow Up (Little Critter) (Look-Look) | [
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12,935 | 0 | Andrew, Judy, and Thudd are out of the whale, but not out of trouble, when the Water Bug gets caught on the Great Barrier Reef! This is the third in a four-book set that will take the kids on a tour of undersea phenomenafrom the Great Barrier Reef to the Mariana Trench to the inside of a whaleas they try to find their way home.J. C. Greenburg is the author of many books for young people in the library and reference fields. Shes a frequent visitor to schools and pays close attention to kid feedback. She lives in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY.; Title: On the Reef (Andrew Lost #7) | [
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12,936 | 2 | Sleepy Bunny is a cloth book that is just perfect for bedtime. Children can move the plush Bunny from page to page and read all about how the Bunny gets readyor they can use this soft and fluffy book as a pillow after putting the Bunny to bed.In 1942, the launch ofLittle Golden Booksrevolutionized childrens book publishing by making high-quality picture books available at affordable prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original Golden Book titles are still wildly popular, with The Poky Little Puppy topping the list of ten bestselling childrens books of all time.Golden Books backlist is teeming with classics such as Dorothy Kunhardts Pat the Bunny, and features the stories and artwork of childrens book legends Mary Blair, Margaret Wise Brown, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkins, Garth Williams, and many more.Today, the Golden Books imprint includes an array of storybooks, novelty books, and coloring and activity books featuring all of the most popular licenses, including Disney, Nickelodeon, Barbie, Thomas & Friends, The Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street, Marvel Super Heroes, and DC Super Friends. Golden Bookscontinues to reissue the best of its backlist in a variety of formats, including ebooks and apps, as well as bringing out brand-new books in these evolving new formats.; Title: Sleepy Bunny (Pat the Bunny Cloth Book) | [
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12,937 | 11 | Kung-Hsi Fa-TsAi! Happy New Year! The Chinese New Year is all about fresh starts. Taking place during Chinas springtime (usually January or February in the Western calendar), celebrations include sweeping and dusting, paying off debts, catching up on homework, cooking and eating, setting off firecrackers, and dancing. Acclaimed author/illustrator Demis delightful little ode to the Chinese New Year describes in intriguing detail each of these festivities and more. Accompanying the text are Demis intricate and vibrant illustrations featuring Chinese children and adults participating exuberantly in each event--even mopping floors and washing hair seem like joyful occasions! We learn about the symbols behind traditional foods: "Pork brings wealth," "Sweet-and-sour fish signifies surplus," "Fried rice symbolizes harmony and plenty." And we marvel at the gorgeous dragons, lions, kites, and door guardians that dance, fly, and stand guard throughout the days of the New Year.Demis interest in Eastern traditional celebrations and lore are reflected in many of her other works for children: Buddha, Liang and the Magic Paintbrush, and another Chinese New Year title, Happy New Year/Kung-Hsi Fa-Ts'ai!. (Ages 5 to 8) --Emilie CoulterWith delightful charm and simplicity, Demi offers a lovely look at the Chinese New Year.School Library Journal; Title: Happy, Happy Chinese New Year! | [
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12,938 | 0 | V is for Vampire . . .Grab your garlic, Green Lawn! When Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose follow a pale, dark-haired stranger into Ellies Diner, he vanishes! But Ellie has a cut on her neck . . . or could it be a bite? Could there really be a vampire in Green Lawn? And could Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose be his next victims?An appealing combination of intrigue, ingenuity, and good fun. A great recreational choice for newly independent readers.School Library JournalRON ROY has been writing books for children since 1974. He is the author of dozens of books, including the popular A to Z Mysteries®, Calendar Mysteries, and Capital Mysteries. When not working on a new book, Ron likes to teach tricks to his dog Pal, play poker with friends, travel, and read thrilling mystery books.   STEPHEN GILPIN is the award-winning illustrator of dozens of children’s books, including the popular and very funny Pirate Mom. He brings his fresh, kid-friendly style to all the covers of the A to Z Mysteries® series.; Title: The Vampire's Vacation (A to Z Mysteries) | [
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12,939 | 0 | PreS-Gr. 2. In this rollicking story, librarian Molly McGrew accidentally drives her bookmobile into the zoo, and then the fun begins! The animals draw close to listen to a Dr. Seuss story, and soon they begin stampeding "to learn all about this new something called reading." Many picture-book authors who try their hands at rhyme have less-than-stellar results. Here, the best part of the book is Sierra's handy way with a rhyming text that not only scans properly but also is both clever and full of images that will amuse children ("Tasmanian devils found books so exciting / That soon they had given up fighting for writing"). The wild animal goings-on offer illustrator Brown an opportunity to get away from his vaguely aardvarklike Arthur and create some real animals--in fact, about every animal one can think of. All the slaphappy art fits nicely into double-page spreads that allow the energetic action room to breathe. That's good because there are tons of things to look at, all in sunny colors. Not only are the animals reading books but they are also hugging them, licking the pictures off the pages, and trying their "hands" at writing. A wonderful advertisement for the joys of a literary life. Ilene CooperCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved"It started the summer of 2002, when the Springfield librarian, Molly McGrew, by mistake drove her bookmobile into the zoo. In this rollicking rhymed story, Molly introduces birds and beasts to this new something called reading. She finds the perfect book for every animal--tall books for giraffes, tiny ones for crickets. "She even found waterproof books for the otter, who never went swimming without Harry Potter." In no time at all, Molly has them "forsaking their niches, their nests, and their nooks," going "wild, simply wild, about wonderful books." Judy Sierra's funny animal tale coupled with Marc Brown's lush, fanciful paintings will have the same effect on young Homo sapiens. Altogether, it's more fun than a barrel of monkeys!; Title: Wild About Books | [
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12,940 | 2 | Grade 4-6--Melanie is back in her third adventure as she and her family vacation in Spain. The 11-year-old reveals her trials and triumphs in her diary, scattering goofy poems and the pronunciation of Spanish words throughout. Her brother, "Matt the Brat," is a source of both entertainment and exasperation with his bathroom humor, and Melanie is worried about her parents as they spend time with her mother's old flame. Despite her needless anxiety, she discovers that Antonio has an attractive, 12-year-old son, Miguel. The Martins attend a bullfight in Valencia, explore museums in Madrid, and enjoy flamenco dancing in Seville. Along the way, Melanie develops a crush on Miguel, who travels with them to several sites, and must deal with the pain of saying good-bye at journey's end. She is a likable, realistic character, and the book contains a lot of humor and drama. The diary confessions ring true, and fans of her previous novels will enjoy this sequel, although new readers could easily get into the story. A great choice for those who enjoy diary-format fiction or funny stories about growing up.--Alison Grant, West Bloomfield Township Public Library, MI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 4-6. Readers who have been to Italy (The Diary of Melanie Martin) and Holland (Melanie Martin Goes Dutch) with spunky Melanie, her pesky brother, "Matt the Brat," and her art-loving parents, know they are in for another thoroughly enjoyable adventure abroad. This time the family accompanies Dad on a business trip to Spain during Melanie's fifth-grade spring break. Melanie's mom is looking forward to seeing an old boyfriend, Antonio, and Melanie the worrier is already imagining the worst. What Melanie never imagined is that she would fall for Antonio's handsome son, Miguel. As with the two previous novels, the story is told partly through Melanie's delightful diary entries and partly through her lively first-person narration. Weston does a great job of giving Melanie an authentic preteen voice, including Melanie's comments about her gross little brother, and her whining at her parents about visiting yet another museum. Her greatest feat, however, is expertly weaving loads of history and art, as well as Spanish words (with pronunciations), throughout the text. Lauren PetersonCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: With Love from Spain, Melanie Martin (Melanie Martin Novels) | [] | Train |
12,941 | 0 | In the second of the "Merlin Missions"--hardback additions to Mary Pope Osborne's Magic Tree House series--plucky heroes Jack and Annie must once again must travel back in time to rescue Camelot from looming danger.One wonders why Merlin can't handle this sort of thing himself, but then of course we wouldn't get a chance to see Jack and Annie have another seat-of-the-pants adventure, getting mixed up with shape-shifting magic, armies of birds, a puzzling gem of power, and all sorts of other trouble. With the help of their old pal Teddy (Morgan le Fay's apprentice, last seen in dog form in four earlier Tree House stories), the two "Master Librarians and Magicians of Everyday Magic" must solve the mystery behind a castle full of ghosts and a menacing army of ravens. Not surprisingly, half the trouble comes in unraveling Merlin's riddles and helping Teddy use his rhyming magic correctly.Osborne doesn't challenge readers overmuch (including the constant restatement of plot elements, perhaps worried that kids might otherwise forget or lose interest) and many parts of the story barely convince (like Teddy's "period" dialogue, e.g., "'Tis cool indeed"), but fans of the Magic Tree House will no doubt love another installment. (Ages 6 to 9) --Paul HughesThe intrepid Jack and Annie are summoned once again to the fantasy realm of Camelot. There, Merlin the Magician tells them that the Stone of Destiny has been stolen. The answer to its disappearance lies within a haunted castle. With a young magician named Teddy, Jack and Annie take on the challenge in an adventure that takes them to new heights and places they couldn?t even imagine!a Stepping Stone Book?; Title: Haunted Castle on Hallow's Eve (Magic Tree House, 30) | [
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12,942 | 7 | Fully illustrated with the most exciting color photographs from the movie, the Star Wars: Episode III Movie Storybook follows the story from beginning to end with easy-to-read text. It's the perfect collector's item for Star Wars fans of all ages!; Title: Revenge of the Sith Movie Storybook (Star Wars) | [
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12,943 | 2 | Quirky, sweet, and brilliantly illustrated, David Lucas' Halibut Jackson, has the makings of an instant classic. Parents and kids alike will love little Halibut with his penchant for wide brimmed hats and capes (ala Madeline) from the start--they just have to find him first.Halibut Jackson is shy. He wants nothing more than to blend into the background--any background. In order to stay undercover, Halibut makes his own suits out of fabrics with convenient patterns: he saves the brick wall pattern for when he goes into town, the flower pattern for the park, and the book pattern for the library. So, when Queen invites Halibut to the Palace for a party, it is only natural for him to fashion an ornate and glittering suit to blend in with the Palace walls. Imagine his surprise when he realizes (too late) that it is a garden party!Lucas balances the beautifully busy pages with simple, repetitive text complete with italics to help parents find the right tone: "Halibut Jackson was shy. Halibut Jackson didn't like to be noticed. Halibut Jackson liked to blend into the background." Parents will love Halibut Jackson for the art (each glorious spread is worthy of framing), and kids will not only identify with Halibut's shyness, but they'll be delighted to join the game of locating Halibut on each page. An artsy Where's Waldo for toddlers, Lucas' debut as author and illustrator has bright and playful watercolor illustrations that spill over the pages, encouraging kids to pore over every detail. With story and design elements reminiscent of Madeline and Curious George, Halibut Jackson promises to soon occupy happy children's bookshelves everywhere. Let's just hope that Lucas and Jackson are ready for all the attention. (Ages 4 to 9) --Daphne DurhamPreSchool-Grade 3--Halibut Jackson is so shy he hardly goes out at all, but when he does, he wears a suit that serves as camouflage. His garden outfit is grass green and adorned with flowers. His food-shopping attire sports bright-red apples. His library ensemble displays books on shelves. When he receives an invitation to a birthday party at the palace, he makes a suit of "silver and gold, covered with jewels," hoping to blend in with the palace itself. The party, however, is in the garden, and Halibut Jackson definitely stands out from the other guests--and is admired rather than ridiculed. So many suit orders pour in that he soon gathers enough courage to open his own clothing shop. The text is brief, with just the right amount of repetition. The large, busy watercolor illustrations, many of them spreads, are executed in a pastel palette and abound in curlicues and swirled shapes. There are many comical touches in these cartoon renderings: someone dressed as an apple handing out notices in the food market; Halibut Jones at home, wearing a suit made of the same material as the chair in which he sits facing a picture of himself with his hands covering his face; and people wearing unusual hats and outfits. Pair this offering with Rosemary Wells's Shy Charles (Dial, 1988) to encourage young wallflowers to bloom.--Marianne Saccardi, Norwalk Community College, CT Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: Halibut Jackson | [
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12,944 | 1 | Two spry mice come up with a lot of simple ways to enjoy themselves . . . Lionnis impish, child-friendly collages add to the overall lighthearted feeling. Parenting MagazineLet's Play by Leo Lionni finds two playful mice climbing a tree, eating cheese, playing dress-up and having fun all day long. Publishers WeeklyHere is a Leo Lionni book for the very youngest! What shall we do today? two mice ask each other. Read a book? Pick flowers? Go swimming? Play ball? Climb a tree or gather leaves? Play hide-and-seek or dress-up? Talk on the telephoneuntil its time to say good night? Lionnis award-winning graphic art is at its best in this very simple board book that begs to be shared with a baby or toddler.; Title: Let's Play | [
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12,945 | 1 | Four classic Leo Lionni mouse fables are collected in one handsome box set, just the right size for small hands. Lionnis familiar torn-paper collages with their gorgeous earthy colors will become immediate favorites for a whole new generation of readers. Caldecott Honor book Frederick, about a contemplative mouse who dreams away the summer while others harvest food for the winter, joins three lesser known but equally wonderful stories. Each features a protagonist who follows her or his heart, in spite of the scoffing and opposition of others. In Matthews Dream, a mouse discovers his passion for art after a trip to a museum. Tillie in Tillie and the Wall fantasizes about what is on the other side of the wall alongside her meadow home, and eventually overcomes her communitys resistance to venture forth and find out. Geraldine (Geraldine the Music Mouse) nibbles away at a hunk of cheese to create a sculpture of a flute-playing mouse, which then, magically, begins to play music.This splendid collection of quiet, thought-provoking tales is enjoyable on many levels, for readers of all ages. Lovely! (Ages 3 to 7) --Emilie CoulterIf the picture book is a new visual art form in our time, Leo Lionni is certain to be judged a master of the genre.Selma Lanes, The New York Times; Title: Leo Lionni's Little Mice Tales Boxed Set (Frederick, Matthew's Dream, Geraldine the Music Mouse, Tillie and the Wall) | [
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12,946 | 0 | This full-color storybook is a simple and touching retelling of the popular holiday classic TV special, <i>The Little Drummer Boy.</i>; Title: The Little Drummer Boy (Look-Look) | [
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12,947 | 2 | Late one day I hurried home,Stepping through the wood alone.It was deep and dim; I could barely see.But I thought brave thoughts to comfort me.A Young Skunk heads home through the woodsalone. Or maybe notCould there be robbers, or pirates, or ghosts, or trappers in the woods? And is our hero brave enough to keep away? With bouncy rhymes, charming art, a subtle counting theme, and a surprise ending, this story will entertain and reassure any child whos ever been afraid.Shutta Crum knows what its like to be brave while being really scared. She lives on a farm in Ann Arbor, MI, where she sometimes sees skunks.Tim Bowers has illustrated numerous childrens books, including the popular Little Whistle series. He lives in Granville, OH.; Title: The Bravest of the Brave | [
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12,948 | 0 | Famed illustrator Dan Yaccarino brings his unique style to the familiar realm of Mother Goose. His witty, bold graphic scenes take place in the city, which give the rhymes a fresh perspective. In this book, Marys little lamb hails a cab to school!DAN YACCARINOis an internationally acclaimed author-illustrator with more than thirty books to his credit, includingFive Little Pumpkins,Doug Unplugged, and an edition of Mother Goose rhymes for Little Golden Books. Yaccarino is also the creator of the animated TV seriesOswaldandWillas Wild Life, and he designed the characters forThe Backyardigans.; Title: Dan Yaccarino's Mother Goose (Little Golden Book) | [
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12,949 | 0 | Mole claws scrape out a new home. A duck uses her webbed feet to flip underwater and search for a snack. Orangutan feet grab on tight as they swing from vine to vine. Who knew that feet could be so special and perform such extraordinary feats!Nina Hess is an author of books for young readers. Her titles include A Practical Guide to Monsters and Whose Feet?John Kanzler is an illustrator of children's books whose titles include Little Lucy, Paul Bunyan: My Story, and The Sundown Kid: A Southwestern Shabbat. He lives in western Massachusetts.; Title: Whose Feet? (Step into Reading) | [
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12,950 | 2 | Pack your lunch and grab your backpack! Barbie is going to help Stacie and Kelly get ready for school. Beginning readers will love following Barbie and her little sisters all the way to school, wheresurprise!shes a teacher. With a favorite character, simple rhyming text, and clear illustrations, this Step 1 title guarantees reading success!; Title: Barbie: School Days (Barbie) (Step into Reading) | [
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12,951 | 0 | RUN, RUN as fast as you can.You cant catch meIm the Gingerbread Man!Recently discovered in the Golden Books archive, this favorite folktale has been out of print for over 30 years. The early painterly art style of Richard Scarry looks new and fresh again in this keepsake edition. His lively images will run off the pages and into the hearts of a new generation of children.RICHARD SCARRY is one of the worlds best-loved childrens authors EVER! In his extraordinary career, Scarry illustrated over 150 books, many of which have never been out of print. His books have sold over 100 million copies around the world and are currently published in over twenty languages. No other illustrator has shown such a lively interest in the words and concepts of early childhood. Richard Scarry was posthumously awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society of Illustrators in 2012. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.; Title: The Gingerbread Man (Big Little Golden Book) | [
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12,952 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2 - When Owen the pig decides to send a hug to his grandmother, a mere drawing of one just won't do. At the post office, he gives the clerk Granny's address along with an affectionate embrace. That hug is passed from postal employee to pilot to driver to mail deliverer as it travels cross-country, inadvertently bringing cheer and a little extra caring into the workers' lives. In the satisfying ending, Granny sends a kiss back to Owen by bussing her mail carrier. As readers follow the hug's progress, they learn about the path a letter takes and the individuals involved in getting it from sender to receiver. The pen-and-watercolor illustrations are filled with warm colors. The expressions on the characters' faces put one in mind of Richard Scarry's artwork, although the animals here are much larger. While some of the more subtle reactions and embarrassment evinced by the huggers may pass right over children's heads, the reactions of the recipients will delight them. Pair this slightly wordy tale with Don Carter's Send It! (Millbrook, 2003) and Gail Gibbons's The Post Office Book (HarperCollins, 1982) for sprightly glimpses into the mail and how it moves. - Marge Loch-Wouters, Menasha's Public Library, WI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreS-Gr. 2. Even if you take Woody Guthrie's "Mail Myself to You" literally, it's difficult to express the depth and breadth of affection through postal-service channels. But Owen, a young pig, is determined to send his grandmother "a GIANT hug" for her birthday. So he hugs the postal clerk and offers these instructions: "Please make the hug just as giant when you pass it on to the mailman." So begins a transcontinental hug relay. Gorbachev's cast of animal characters, drawn with a Richard Scarry-like sense of whimsy, are well chosen to emphasize the relevant personality traits, with the jolly bear airplane captain giving a hearty embrace, and the porcupine truck driver doing the job with prickly reluctance. In a world increasingly reliant on cyber communication, this story may rapidly lose its relevance. For the time being, though, it's ideal for revving up kids' enthusiasm for post-office field trips--and postal workers certainly deserve the good press. Jennifer MattsonCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: The Giant Hug | [
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12,953 | 1 | Early one Easter morning, little bunnies begin turning up in the strangest (and funniest) places all over Sesame Street. Where did they come from? Heres a hilarious tale told in rollicking rhymea great way to celebrate Easter and spring!Sarah Albee writes children's books for many age groups and under a number of pseudonyms. She has had three of her books appear on the New York Times Bestseller list. Before she began her career as a children's book writer and editor, Sarah was a newspaper cartoonist and a semiprofessional basketball player. These days she lives in Connecticut with her husband and three children.; Title: The Bunny Hop (Sesame Street) (Big Bird's Favorites Board Books) | [
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12,954 | 2 | Lois Lenski was a prolific author and illustrator of classic books for children; from picture books to plays, regional historical fiction, poetry, and songbooks, her work was always playful, ever educational. She is counted among the most influential author-illustrators of the 20th century. Bestowed the Newbery Medal for Strawberry Girl, and twice attaining the Newbery Honor, she died in 1974.; Title: On a Summer Day (Lois Lenski Books) | [
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12,955 | 0 | Anna's father gives her the most wonderful present for her birthday--eight beautiful tulips! But tulips in Holland in the 1600s are more precious than gold or jewels, and everyone who walks by the house wants to trade her for one!Beth Wagner Brust is the author of The Amazing Paper Cuttings of Hans Christian Anderson, an ALA Notable Book. She lives in San Diego, CA.Publishers Weekly called Jenny Mattheson an artist of substance in a review of her book The Mouse, the Cat, and the Grandmothers Hat.; Title: The Great Tulip Trade (Step into Reading) | [
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12,956 | 7 | Deliciously madcap mayhem and out-of-this-world fantasy--this is what you'll find within the casing of this boxed set of two of Roald Dahl's most brilliant creations: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator.For decades, delighted readers of all ages have explored Willy Wonka's fabulous chocolate factory, met the Oompa Loompas, and sampled the chocolate river along with Augustus Gloop. And later, they have zoomed off into the stratosphere in the most remarkable elevator ever created. Now, a new generation of readers barely needs to pause between the first and the second of Roald Dahl's masterful volumes. Hardcover editions of each title, illustrated of course by the incomparable Quentin Blake, are tucked in a handy cardboard sleeve, ready for the next set of hungry eyes. Sadly, the convenience of the set is counterbalanced by the poor quality of the paper used for the books. Classics like these deserve thick, creamy, opaque pages; not the flimsy, rough, semitransparent sheets used here. (Ages 7 and older) --Emilie Coulter; Title: Roald Dahl/Charlie Boxed Set (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator) | [] | Validation |
12,957 | 0 | Timber! Its off with the tuxedo and on with a red jacket when Adam Sharp goes undercover as a Mountie in Canadas north woods. Ecanem, a mysterious logging company, is hogging Canadas lumber business, so the Mounties call on superspy Adam Sharp to get to the bottom of things. Will this wanabee Mountie get his manor, in this case, will he only get a moose?; Title: Moose Master (Adam Sharp, Book 5) (A Stepping Stone Book) | [
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12,958 | 2 | This simple poem penned by first-time children's book author Maya Gottfried and illustrated by Robert Rahway Zakanitch, also a newcomer to children's books, captures both the marvels of the circus as seen by a wide-eyed child and the slow, thick images of a remembered dream. Brief sentences are accompanied by luminous paintings of acrobats and animals. "I jumped through hoops," is printed opposite a painting of four dogs in dresses and party hats, quivering with anticipation as each awaits its turn to leap through the big red hoop above. The circus performers, dangling from ropes and trapezes, balanced upside down on horseback, or with heads just clearing a lion's pointy teeth, sport costumes magnificently patterned with flowers, feathers, and curlicues. Each is captured against a black background, just as if in a spotlight under the darkened big top. The clowns in this book aren't scary--but you may swear off circuses forever after you see the laughing chimpanzee hanging from the parallel rings. The other illustrations are lush and whimsical, especially one featuring a woman in a spectacularly feathered dress carrying exotic birds on her arms and head. (Ages 4 to 8) --Jennifer LindsayGottfried's meditative debut is accompanied by the artwork of fine artist Zakanitch, also a newcomer to children's books. Evocative watercolors of circus folk in full regalia suggest a slow-motion performance. The parade of acrobats and animals begins with the title words, "Last night I dreamed a circus," offset by an image of a man doing a one-handed handstand on horseback. "I spun circles round the stars," the text continues, alongside a woman who grips a rope in her teeth and whirls like a corkscrew. "I twisted in knots" pictures a contortionist in an exotic red-and-white bodysuit. "And I laughed" features a startling, grinning chimpanzee in feather headgear and a dress, hanging from parallel hoops. Zakanitch poses the characters in spangled tights, skin-tight costumes with curlicues and (in one case) a magnificent patterned cape which alludes to Alexandre Benois's and Lon Bakst's costume designs for Diaghilev's Ballets Russes. The artist enfolds his performers in heavy black or midnight-blue backgrounds, so that they seem at once spotlit and suspended in tar; the trapeze artists are sealed in space, while other performers stand rigidly as though taking a bow. Likewise, Gottfried's placid, unrhymed lines end firmly in periods, arresting the action on each page and building up inertia. These characters don't fly through the air with the greatest of ease, but their fanciful procession plus Zakanitch's extravagant costumes should garner some oohs and aahs. Ages 3-6. Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Last Night I Dreamed a Circus | [
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12,959 | 1 | Goldbug and his friends Dumpbug, Dugbug, Hambug, and Rollerbug are busy building a new road. Each spread of this adorable tabbed board book gives Richard Scarry fans a peek into what goes on at a construction site.Richard Scarry?s delightful Goldbug character stars in his very first book.Richard Scarry’s funny, detailed illustrations have thrilled children for generations.From the Trade Paperback edition.; Title: Goldbug & Co. (Baby Fingers) | [
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12,960 | 2 | Lois Lenski was a prolific author and illustrator of classic books for children; from picture books to plays, regional historical fiction, poetry, and songbooks, her work was always playful, ever educational. She is counted among the most influential author-illustrators of the 20th century. Bestowed the Newbery Medal for Strawberry Girl, and twice attaining the Newbery Honor, she died in 1974.; Title: Spring Is Here (Lois Lenski Books) | [
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12,961 | 4 | Created for his son by a father who loved trains, the 6 classic storybooks each feature a different engine friend: Thomas, Gordon, Percy, James, Henry, and Toby. All presented in an elegant slipcase.In 1944, a country vicar, the Reverend W Awdry, wrote the stories he had been telling his two young sons about a group of engines with very recognizable personalities. In 1945, the first book featuring Thomas and the other Really Useful Engines was published, and in the 60 years since, the tales of these friendly engines have become beloved classics around the world.From the Trade Paperback edition.; Title: Railway Series Boxed Set | [
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12,962 | 5 | The city is under siege! The King, enraged by his wife?s dishonesty, has vowed to marry every young woman in the city only to have each bride beheaded the following day at sunrise. But Scheherazade, the beautiful and wise daughter of the King?s vizier, foils the King?s plans by telling stories so captivating and imaginative that the King delays her death every day to hear how each enchanted tale ends. From ?Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp? and ?Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves? to ?Sinbad the Sailor,? the most famous stories from the great classic A Thousand and One Nights comprise this collection of beautifully told tales?brought powerfully to life by the vivid illustrations of Gustaf Tenggren.Artist Gustaf Tenggren illustrated over 47 books, including The Poky Little Puppy.; Title: Tenggren's Golden Tales from the Arabian Nights | [
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12,963 | 1 | Based on the The Cat in the Hat movie (which is based on the original Dr. Seuss picture book, The Cat in the Hat), this movie storybook is not so much watered down from the Seuss classic as hopped up. Scenes from the movie reveal that the bored little rainy-day girl is Sally Walden--a PDA-wielding tattletale. Her brother Conrad is a troublemaker with a Game Boy, bound for military school if sleazy next-door-neighbor (and beau of Mrs. Walden) Mr. Quinn has his way. Mrs. Walden is a real estate agent with an important party coming up--can she trust her kids not to mess up the house before the guests arrive? You know the story from here. The Cat in the Hat arrives, trashes the house, and almost escapes before returning with a fabulous cleaning machine (here called the Dynamic Industrial Renovating Tractormajiggera.k.a. D.I.R.T.).Its hard to say what the venerable Dr. Seuss would have thought of the transformation his original book underwent to become a movie (and storybook) for the new millennium. On the one hand, hed probably love the retro looking machines (the Kupkake-inator is a personal favorite), and he might even appreciate the psychedelic state of the Walden house once Thing One and Thing Two are through with it. But the Quinn subplot and creepy looking Cat are another thing (so to speak) altogether. Regardless, children who love the movie will want to read the book--and thats a good thing. They may even be inspired to dig out the half-century-old classic, as well. (Ages 5 to 8) --Emilie CoulterThe kids slumped in their chairs Too glum to complain.And to make matters worse, It started to rain . . . The Cat has arrived, and he?s got a hat full of fun to save Conrad and Sally from a boring rainy afternoon. Written in buoyant easy-to-read prose (with more than a few hilarious asides from the pesky Fish), this official movie storybook is packed with full-color photos from the first-ever live-action film of the Dr. Seuss classic, starring Mike Meyers!; Title: The Cat in the Hat Movie Storybook | [
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12,964 | 2 | Barbie and Kelly are throwing a Halloween partybut their guests arent the only ones who are in for a spooky surprise! Join in the fun as they put on their costumes, decorate the house, and get set for a scary good time in this all-new, full-color storybook with shiny glitter on the cover.Diane Wright Landolf is a childrens book editor and author. She is known for What a Good Big Brother!, Barbie: Thumbelina, The Jungle Book, Hog and Dog, and Hooray for Halloween! (Barbie).Karen Wolcott is an illustrator known for Barbie: Horse Show Champ, Curlee Girlee, Starr and the High Seas Wedding Drama, This or That Quiz Book, A Smart Girls Guide: Babysitting: The Care and Keeping of Kids and many more. ; Title: Hooray for Halloween! (Barbie) (Look-Look) | [
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12,965 | 5 | Barbie stars in a new version of this classic story! The illustrated hardcover storybook retells the new direct-to-video Barbie film. Featuring a cloth spine, this book is a must-have for all little girls.; Title: Barbie of Swan Lake (Picture Book) | [
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12,966 | 2 | Originally published in 1973, Who Needs Donuts is a sweet visual feast that will have kids (and nostalgic parents) poring over its rich tableaus for hours. Every inch of each black-and-white page is covered in detailed, delightful drawings, at times bringing to mind the two-dimensional cartoons of Saul Steinberg, at others the scratchy realism of Lynda Barrys comics. In fact, there is so much to look at in this short, simple story that new discoveries are sure to be made with each successive reading (of which there are bound to be countless).Young Sam, clad (inexplicably, yet charmingly) in cowboy duds, already has a nice house with a big yard and lots of friends, but he feels nonetheless that something is missing. He mounts his trusty trike and heads for the big city in search of one thing: donuts, and not just a few, but "More than his mother and father could ever buy him."His quest is rife with humor and adventure, not to mention a man in paisley suit and a woman named Pretzel Annie. Kids will adore the no-holds-barred kookiness displayed throughout (a street vendor selling fried oranges with optional mayonnaise; a "self-service" restaurant where the waiters look exactly like the customers), and adults will smile at the hippie-era moral that love is all you need. As the flap illustration warns, "This book is addictive," but this sugar habit need not be kicked. (Ages 5 to 10) --Brangien DavisSams love of donuts takes him to the Big City where he makes friends with Mr. Bikferd, a world class collector of donuts. But when Mr. Bikferd falls in love with Pretzel Annie, the prophecy of an old homeless woman comes true: Who needs donuts when youve got love? Mr. Bikferd bequeaths his donut collection to Sam, who uses it to save the old homeless woman from drowning in a basement flooded with coffee. This is a reissue of Mark Alan Stamatys masterpiece of the absurd, first published 30 years ago and out of print nearly as long. With an illustration style that mixes a benign Hieronymus Bosch with an urban Wheres Waldo?, Stamatys off-the-wall humor is on target for little kids and big kids today.; Title: Who Needs Donuts? | [
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12,967 | 13 | In this beautifully photographed 8 x 8 book, Barbie stars in the classic story of Swan Lake. Barbie is the beautiful Odette, who must find the courage to save the Enchanted Forest from the evil Rothbart.; Title: Barbie of Swan Lake: A Storybook (Barbie) (Look-Look) | [
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12,968 | 14 | For Halloween, the Sesame Street friends all dress as witches. As the trick part of trick or treat, they make people guess which witch is which. It works like a charm until Oscar the Grouch hilariously turns the tables on them with his own Halloween trick. This warm, funny story also teaches the powers of observation.; Title: Which Witch Is Which? (Big Bird's Favorites Board Books) | [
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12,969 | 2 | PreSA newly illustrated edition of a charming bedtime story first published in 1976, with equally charming pictures that emphasize the silliness and coziness of the text. When Mother Mouse puts her child to bed, she kisses him good night. But he starts to cry, declaring, "I want another, Mother." She assumes he wants another mother, and the story continues from there as she enlists various animals to be his other mother (even as she looks rather stricken at the prospect). A cumulative, satisfyingly repetitive story, this also offers young children a chance to get the joke well before the adult does. Goodell's colorful paintings are a delight, adding humor, emotion, and liveliness. Since this was first published, there has been an overabundance of sweet bedtime stories. This one is not especially distinctive, but is certainly good fun. All but the smallest collections will want to consider adding it to their supply of books designed to end the day with a smile (and a kiss, of course).Lauralyn Persson, Wilmette Public Library, ILPreS-Gr. 2. In its 1978 edition, with artwork by Diane Dawson, Polushkin's story about a misunderstanding arising from ambiguous punctuation had a relatively long run for its money; this newly illustrated version further extends its life. The premise is as silly as ever: Baby Mouse sends his fussbudget mom into a tizzy when he cries, "May I have another, mother?" Another mother? Startled but eager to satisfy her little darling, she auditions potential mom replacements (a duck, frog, pig, and donkey) until Baby Mouse finally explains that he merely wanted a second bedtime kiss. Less freely sketched than Dawson's original watercolors, Goodell's oils will charm readers with meticulously brushed village scenes populated by smartly attired animals. The cover image of Baby Mouse jumping on his bed in frustration may mislead some parents into expecting a lesson about managing behavior; others may question the portrayal of mothers as featherbrained and desperate to please. Young ones, though, will simply delight in the easy-to-grasp joke and the clueless elders' reliance on a knowing, powerful child. Jennifer MattsonCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Mother, Mother, I Want Another | [
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12,970 | 2 | Junie B. Jones is thrilled. "The whole entire first grade" is planning a kickball tournament, and this feisty first grader daydreams about being the star of Room One. Unfortunately, where Junie B. goes, trouble must follow. "And its called, I accidentally kicked my ball over the fence. And I didnt want to go get it. So I had to find something else to kick." That something else turns out to be her moms watering can--which happens to be full at the time. Now Junie B. has an owie on her piggy toe and it looks like she won't be able to participate in the tournament. But wait! Her friend Sheldon can't play kickball either, due to a spectacular fall in the classroom. Maybe these two can come up with an alternate plan that will still allow Junie B. to be the star!Barbara Parks inexhaustible beginning chapter-book series has all the ingredients young readers like best: humor, repetition, predictability (with a few surprises), and lots of silly action. Grown-up readers might tire of the cute malapropisms, but kids will thrive on the "whole entire" series. (Ages 5 to 8) --Emilie CoulterGrade 1-3--In this adventure, Junie B. is sidelined by an injury and cannot participate in the first-grade kickball tournament. When her teacher offers her a chance to be a cheerleader, stage fright almost ruins her halftime performance, but the irrepressible protagonist comes through in the end. Text and illustrations work well together. Junie's distinct and authentic voice speaks to beginning chapter-book readers. Her journal entries (complete with corrected spelling mistakes) are a nice counterpoint to the straightforward plot. Classroom politics, family dynamics, and the frustrations and triumphs of growing up are treated with humor and hope. This will be a hit where the series is popular.--Ellen M. Riordan, Enoch Pratt Free Library, Baltimore, MD Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: Junie B, First Grader: One-Man Band (Junie B. Jones, Book 22) | [
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12,971 | 1 | Rob Hefferans whimsical artwork breathes new life into this family favorite. All children love to hear each bear say, Whos been sitting on my chair? knowing that Goldilocks is about to be discovered upstairs!Deceased. Born in Russia, FEODOR ROJANKOVSKY (1891-1970) immigrated to the United States in 1941. He immediately began working on books for his friend Georges Duplaix's company, Artists and Writers Guild, which had just begun to produce a new line of titles called Little Golden Books. Rojankovsky went on to become one of the most prolific illustrators of Golden Books. In 1956, he was awarded the Caldecott Medal for Frog Went A-Courtin' (Harcourt).; Title: The Three Bears (Little Golden Book) | [
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12,972 | 16 | With the beloved dogs from P. D. Eastman's classic, "Go, Dog. Go!, toddlers can explore the world of color in this interactive adaptation of the original book.Flaps, wheels, and slide tabs let children make a white dog get black spots, the traffic light change from red to green, and dogs of all colors zoom around in cars. Simple and sturdy interactive elements will make this new format a hit with parents and little ones alike!P. D. Eastman was one of the stars of the Beginner Books line with beloved classics like Are You My Mother?; Go, Dog. Go!; The Best Nest; and more!; Title: Red, Stop! Green, Go!: An Interactive Book of Colors (Bright & Early Playtime Books) | [
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12,973 | 2 | Straight from the latest Thomas video comes three delightful new tales from the Island of Sodor. Thomas fans will laugh when James gets carried away about a balloon, Harvey rescues Percy, and Thomas becomes a jet engine! Filled with gentle humor and lots of photo illustrations.In 1944, a country vicar, the Reverend W Awdry, wrote the stories he had been telling his two young sons about a group of engines with very recognizable personalities. In 1945, the first book featuring Thomas and the other Really Useful Engines was published, and in the 60 years since, the tales of these friendly engines have become beloved classics around the world.; Title: Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas the Tank Engine Stories (Thomas & Friends) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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12,974 | 0 | Y is for YACHT . . . Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose love visiting their friend Sammi, the prince of Costra. They swim, soak in the sun, and admire the bright yellow yacht that is moored just offshore. But the owners of the yacht are acting a little suspicious. And theres suddenly been a robbery on the island. Can Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose find out a connection between the robbery and the mysterious yellow yacht?RON ROY has been writing books for children since 1974. He is the author of dozens of books, including the popular A to Z Mysteries, Calendar Mysteries, and Capital Mysteries. When not working on a new book, Ron likes to teach tricks to his dog Pal, play poker with friends, travel, and read thrilling mystery books. STEPHEN GILPIN is the award-winning illustrator of dozens of childrens books, including the popular and very funny Pirate Mom. He brings his fresh, kid-friendly style to all the covers of the A to Z Mysteries series.; Title: The Yellow Yacht (A to Z Mysteries) | [
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12,975 | 16 | Fall is a busy time for all the engines on the Island of Sodor. Children can be part of the fun when they follow Thomas and his friends as they celebrate the season. The back cover includes a cutout game.In 1944, a country vicar, The Reverend W Awdry, wrote out the stories he had been telling his two young sons about a group of engines with very recognizable personality traits. In 1945, the first book featuring Thomas and the other Really Useful Engines was published, and in the 60 years since, the tales of these friendly engines have become beloved classics around the world.In 1942, the launch ofLittle Golden Booksrevolutionized childrens book publishing by making high-quality picture books available at affordable prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original Golden Book titles are still wildly popular, with The Poky Little Puppy topping the list of ten bestselling childrens books of all time.Golden Books backlist is teeming with classics such as Dorothy Kunhardts Pat the Bunny, and features the stories and artwork of childrens book legends Mary Blair, Margaret Wise Brown, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkins, Garth Williams, and many more.Today, the Golden Books imprint includes an array of storybooks, novelty books, and coloring and activity books featuring all of the most popular licenses, including Disney, Nickelodeon, Barbie, Thomas & Friends, The Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street, Marvel Super Heroes, and DC Super Friends. Golden Bookscontinues to reissue the best of its backlist in a variety of formats, including ebooks and apps, as well as bringing out brand-new books in these evolving new formats.Tino Santanach is an illustrator of childrens books. His credits includeMeet the Monsters,One-Stop Color and Match, andRide Along the Countryside (Thomas & Friends).; Title: Ride Along the Countryside (Thomas & Friends) | [
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12,976 | 2 | And shes off! Big Cindy is a school bus driver with a whole lot of energy and enthusiasm, which is perfect, since every day is a busy day on Cindys bus. Join this spunky lady from her just-before-dawn ride to the bus yard where she performs her daily inspection of the bus, to picking up children on her bus route, to going on a fun-filled school trip to the apple orchard. Along the way, discover the special features of a school bus as well as the important safety tips that every school bus rider should know.Cindy Moran knows school buses inside and out! She drove special needs kids and adults to school and work programs for three years. And sometimes, her daughter, Lisa, would join her on her routes. Big Cindys School Bus is based on some of these special occasions. This is their first book collaboration. The authors live in Boxford, MA, and Hoboken, NJ, respectively.; Title: Big Cindy's School Bus (Pictureback(R)) | [
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12,977 | 13 | IT'S SEPTEMBER, AND it's time for school--ballet school! Join a class of the youngest ballet students as they learn about music, balance, teamwork, and even have a recital. A perfect first ballet book. Praise for Jane Feldman's "I Am A Dancer: "An attractive, up-to-date photo essay that will appeal to budding dancers. . . ."--"School Library JournalJane Feldman is a professional photographer whose striking work has gained international attention in the field of advertising and among nonprofit organizations that promote youth empowerment. She is also the coauthor and photographer of Jeffersons Children: The Story of One American Family, an ALA Best Book for Young Adults. The author lives in New York City and the Berkshire Mountains.; Title: We Love Ballet! (Pictureback(R)) | [
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12,978 | 2 | Feeding a hamster, reading comic books, watching TV . . . Little Critter finds all sorts of ways to avoid doing his homework. But with Moms gentle prodding, he soon learns that just a little homework isnt so bad after all. Plus, theres foil on the cover!Mercer Mayer has been writing and illustrating childrens books for over 35 years. He began the popular Little Critter series nearly 30 years ago and titled the first book Just for You. His wife, Gina, has been co-writing the series since the early 1990s. The books in this series address the major issues of growing up through humorous storytelling.; Title: Just a Little Homework (Look-Look) | [
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12,979 | 0 | Jack and Annie are off on another mythical mission at the request of Merlin the magician. Luckily, they have a young sorcerer, Teddy, to help them. From underwater caves to a Spider Queen, from mystical selkies to a magical sword, this is a Magic Tree House adventure kids won't want to miss!MARY POPE OSBORNE is the author of the New York Times number one bestselling Magic Tree House series. She and her husband, writer Will Osborne (author of Magic Tree House: The Musical), live in northwestern Connecticut with their three dogs. Ms. Osborne is also the coauthor of the companion Magic Tree House Fact Trackers series with Will, and with her sister, Natalie Pope Boyce.SAL MURDOCCA has illustrated more than 200 children's trade and text books. He is also a librettist for children's opera, a video artist, an avid runner, hiker, and bicyclist, and a teacher of children's illustration at the Parsons School of Design. Sal lives and works in New York with his wife, Nancy.; Title: Summer of the Sea Serpent (Magic Tree House, No. 31) | [
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12,980 | 2 | In this collection of stories, songs, and poems, Margaret Wise Brown whispers tales of dreaming bunnies, drowsy bees, and all the pretty little horses . . . beautifully illustrated by Garth Williams in his whimsical yet realistic style. Available for the first time in decades, and perfect for gift-giving.Garth Williams was a prolific illustrator of Golden Books. His illustrations have brought to life Charlottes Web, Mister Dog, Home for a Bunny, Stuart Little, and many other childrens classics.; Title: The Golden Sleepy Book (A Golden Classic) | [
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12,981 | 6 | lmos birthday and all his Sesame Street friends are going to his party to help him celebrate. There are lots of things to touch and feel in this interactive book, including slippery balloons, a silky ribbon, and a fluffy rabbit. But as Elmo knows, while parties and gifts are fun, the best thing about a birthday is celebrating it with friends!; Title: Elmo's Birthday Party (Touch-and-Feel) | [
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12,982 | 2 | From USA TODAY: "Junie B. is the darling of the young-reader set." From Publisher' Weekly: "Park convinces beginning readers that Junie B.—and reading—are lots of fun." From Kirkus Reviews: "Junie's swarms of young fans will continue to delight in her unique take on the world....A hilarious, first-rate read- aloud." From Booklist: "Park, one of the funniest writers around . . . brings her refreshing humor to the beginning chapter-book set." From Time magazine: "Junie B. Jones is a feisty six-year-old with an endearing penchant for honesty." From School Library Journal: "Readers will relate instantly to the trials and tribulations of this first grader....She is always endearing and wonderfully funny."Halloween with Junie B. has got to be a scream! Get ready for a "Halloweenie" adventure with the world's funniest first grader! "Despite Junie B.'s ascent to the rigors of first grade, Park's feisty, funny heroine retains her trademark use of language, mirthful malapropisms, and essential larger-than-life personality."--"Kirkus Reviews "First grade offers a whole year of exciting possibilities for Junie B. . . . As always, Park is in touch with what kids know and how they feel."--"School Library Journal "From the Hardcover edition.; Title: Junie B., First Grader: Boo...and I Mean It! (Junie B. Jones, No. 24) | [
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12,983 | 2 | BARBARA PARK (19472013) is beloved by millions as the author of the wildly popular Junie B. Jones series. She is also the author of award-winning middle-grade novels and picture books, includingSkinnybonesandMick Harte Was Here. We are thankful for the laughter shes given us and to millions of children.; Title: Junie B. Jones's Third Boxed Set Ever! (Books 9-12) | [
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12,984 | 2 | Can you fix it? Yes, you can!Traviss roof is leaking, Farmer Pickles gate needs mending, and the magicians theater door is off its hinge. Grab your handy hammer and help Bob finish the job!This fun-filled board book features a plastic nail embedded in the sturdy pages that moves up and down with each tap of the hammer.; Title: Fix it with Bob: Bob's Handy Hammer (Bob the Builder (Random House Board Books)) | [
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12,985 | 0 | Kindergarten-Grade 3After the failure of her father's olive crop, Mara fears that her family will have to leave their farm in the New World. Then one night, inspiration comes when she dreams of planting the seeds from the oranges that came from her parents' homeland of Valencia, Spain. A beautiful and mysterious womanOur Lady of Thanksenters the dream, foretelling a bountiful harvest. The next day, Mara convinces her family to begin planting the seeds, and soon their land is transformed into a fertile orange grove. Rich in cultural authenticity and brimming with the magical realism that is characteristic of Hispanic literature, this elegantly woven tale introduces the legend of Our Lady of Altagracia, the patron saint of the Dominican Republic. Children of all backgrounds will be drawn in by the universal themes of home and family, but the story will have particular relevance for those raised in Hispanic or Catholic cultures. With an exquisite use of watercolor and gouache, Vidal has painted colorful, yet warm illustrations that add depth to the story. An author's note offers a detailed account of the legend, personalized by actual events from the author's youth.Debbie Lewis O'Donnell, Alachua County Library District, Gainesville, FL Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 1-3. The Virgin Mary takes many names around the world, and in the Dominican Republic, the author's birthplace, she is Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia. This magical story, based on a legend of Altagracia, begins as Papa returns home from a trip to the city with an overflowing basket of oranges, like those he used to eat in his native Spain. That night, after Papa warns the family that they may have to abandon their failing olive farm, young Maria dreams of planting orange seeds, and a beautiful lady with a crown of stars, Altagracia, materializes in an orange-laden grove. The next morning, the family plants orange seeds and gives thanks to Our Lady--and sure enough, a bountiful orange crop is born. Argentina-born illustrator Vidal uses small brushes and gouache to create lovely, stylized folk-art-style paintings of the hard-working family and tropical landscapes. The tale unravels rather slowly, but this talented team evokes an enchanted, sun-kissed world where dreams, and gratitude, bear fruit. An author's note tells more about Altagracia. Karin SnelsonCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: A Gift of Gracias: The Legend of Altagracia | [
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12,986 | 0 | Dive and swim. Spin and swoop. The platypus loves to play!Beginning readers will dive right into this simple, Step 2 nonfiction book about one of the most unique animals on earth.Ginjer L. Clarke is a freelance editor and author of several books for children, including the Random House Picturebacks Wild Moms! and Wild Dads! She lives in Richmond, VA.; Title: Platypus! (Step into Reading) | [
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12,987 | 1 | Limpy's family reckons humans don't hate cane toads, but Limpy knows otherwise. He's spotted the signs: the cross looks, the unkind comments, the way they squash cane toads with their cars. Limpy is desperate to save his species from ending up as pancakes. Somehow he must make humans see how fabulous cane toads really are. Risking everything, he sets off on a wart-tinglingly dangerous and daring journey to . . . the Olympics? This is the epic story of a slightly squashed young cane toad's quest for the truth."From the Hardcover edition.Morris Gleitzman has been a frozen-chicken thawer, fashion-industry trainee, department-store Santa, and screenwriter, among other things. Now hes one of Australias best-loved childrens book authors.From the Hardcover edition.; Title: Toad Rage (The Toad Books) | [
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12,988 | 1 | A friendly lion in a small French zoo enjoys the visits of the townspeople who stop by each day to say "Bonjour, Happy Lion." So one day, when the zoo keeper forgets to close the lion's door, the Happy Lion decides to return the visits to all the nice people of the town. To his amazement, as he strolls through the town his friends scream and run from him, the police and fire brigade are called, and people cower in their shops or houses. How a small boy saves the day concludes a wonderfully satisfying story that is just the right length for bedtime or anytime. At age 50, "The Happy Lion continues to charm and delight and Alfred A. Knopf is proud to reissue it for today's young children.Louise Fatio collaborated with her famous illustrator husband, Roger Duvoisin, on The Happy Lion, one of the most beloved stories of the mid-20th century. Long unavailable, it was reissued in a hardcover edition to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2004. She was born in Switzerland in 1904 and died in New Jersey in 1993. Roger Duvoisin, a Caldecott Medal winner, wrote and illustrated 40 books, including those featuring Veronica the conspicuous hippopotamus and Petunia the silly goose. He collaborated with his wife, Louise Fatio, on nine more Happy Lion stories. He was born in Switzerland in 1904 and died in New Jersey in 1980.; Title: The Happy Lion | [
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12,989 | 0 | Tish Rabe is the author of eleven previous Cat in the Hat Learning Library titles. She lives in Greenwich, Connecticut.Among the many books illustrated by Aristides Ruiz are all the Cat in the Hat Learning Library books. He lives in Newark, New Jersey, and Brooklyn. Joe Mathieu has illustrated countless childrens books.; Title: Miles and Miles of Reptiles: All About Reptiles (Cat in the Hat's Learning Library) | [
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12,990 | 0 | Grade 2-5Darcy Heart OHara, the only daughter in a large Irish family, lives in a small cottage in Pobble OKeefe in the 1840s. Born with a gift of seeing small beauties, she finds rocks, petals, and feathers and slips them into the hem of her ragged dress. The family reluctantly emigrates to America, and it is Darcys small beauties that remind them of their old home and give them strength to move on in their new one. Woodruff subtly captures the lilt of Irish dialect, inviting reading the text aloud. Her smooth and descriptive prose takes readers along on the OHaras journey, capturing joyful times when her father danced a jig in the firelight and Granddad spun tales in the glow of the peat fire. Rexs mixed-media earth-tone illustrations are extraordinarily evocative, offering touching scenes with expressive faces and deep emotion. Rich in detail of the Irish landscape, the art gives a deeper understanding of this powerful story. Together, text and illustrations create a small beauty that gives a human face to immigration.Lee Bock, Glenbrook Elementary School, Pulaski, WI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.K-Gr. 3. From the cover portrait of a sweet-faced child holding a rosary bead to the scene of the girl's tearful parting with her grandmother, this wrenching picture book pulls out all the stops of the emigration story. Life is hard for Darcy's loving family in their Irish village in 1845, but Darcy always finds time to stop and see the small beauties around her. When the potato famine drives the family to America, she takes some of those beautiful things with her, which help the family remember "not just the hurt and hunger but also all the beauty left behind." Woodruff's simple, poetic storytelling combines with Rex's illustrations in charcoal, graphite pencils, and oil to present the drama through Darcy's eyes, including the rubble of the family home after eviction, the journey across the ocean and, always close-up, the little but important things: a pebble, a flower, a hearthstone chip. Pair this with Barbara Shook Hazen's Katie's Wish (2002) and Valerie Worth's classic Small Poems (1972). Hazel RochmanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Small Beauties: The Journey of Darcy Heart O'Hara | [
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12,991 | 1 | "This superior novel interweaves animal fantasy and family story with a retelling of the English folktale Dick Whittington and His Cat. Teachers and librarianstake note: Whittington reads aloud beautifully, and the extended happy ending will leave everyone smiling in delight." --School Library Journal, starredFrom the Hardcover edition.Alan Armstrong started volunteering in a friends bookshop when he was eight. At 14, he was selling books at Brentanos. As an adult, every so often, he takes to the road in a VW bus named Zora to peddle used books. He is the editor of Forget Not Mee & My Garden, a collection of the letters of Peter Collinson, the 18th-century mercer and amateur botanist. He lives with his wife, Martha, a painter, in Massachusetts.From the Hardcover edition.; Title: Whittington | [
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12,992 | 16 | Elmo introduces young readers to the concept of oppositesfrom large and small to in and out, up and down. Elmo shows one word on a page and then the young reader can guess the opposite and flip the flap in the spread to see the answer. This is fun-filled interactive learning at its best!; Title: Elmo's World: Opposites! (Sesame Street) (Sesame Street(R) Elmos World(TM)) | [
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12,993 | 2 | From USA TODAY: "Junie B. is the darling of the young-reader set." From Publisher' Weekly: "Park convinces beginning readers that Junie B.and readingare lots of fun." From Kirkus Reviews: "Junie's swarms of young fans will continue to delight in her unique take on the world....A hilarious, first-rate read- aloud." From Booklist: "Park, one of the funniest writers around . . . brings her refreshing humor to the beginning chapter-book set." From Time magazine: "Junie B. Jones is a feisty six-year-old with an endearing penchant for honesty." From School Library Journal: "Readers will relate instantly to the trials and tribulations of this first grader....She is always endearing and wonderfully funny."From the Trade Paperback edition.Junie B. Jones continues her hilarious adventures through kindergarten in four bestselling books packaged in an adorable boxed set. Includes Junie B. Jones Is (Almost) a Flower Girl (#13), Junie B. Jones and the Mushy, Gushy Valentime (#14), Junie B. Jones Has a Peep in Her Pocket (#15), and Junie B. Jones Is Captain Field Day (#16).; Title: Junie B. Jones's Fourth Boxed Set Ever! (Books 13-16) | [
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12,994 | 2 | Through a series of poems, Levithan (Boy Meets Boy) introduces readers to a group of friends and acquaintances, including a gay couple celebrating their one-year anniversary, a girl whose mother is dying and an outsider who fills his notebook with "ink explosions of thought." His characters represent a diverse range of sexuality, race and social standing, and most struggle with love relationships, from a boy who wants to help his anorexic girlfriend, to a girl with an unrequited crush on a straight friend. The author experiments with different voices and styles (one series unfolds in song lyrics); some of these poems work better than others. An energetic verse, "Gospel," from a black choir girl who feels bullies "[push her]/ to a kindness they would never/ understand" to help the aforementioned white outsider, reads as authentic and thought-provoking, while an alphabetical poem about a break-up, constrained by its form, grows tedious. Readers may have trouble tracking all of the characters and the various connections between them, but they will find clever lines and inspiring ideas in many of the poems here ("Most of the limits/ are of our own world's devising"). Ultimately, that is what makes this ambitious project a realm worth exploring. Ages 12-up. Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Grade 9 UpMost readers will find someone they can relate to in this enchanting collection of linked poems that delve deep and go far beyond the original stereotypes. Twenty teenagerssensitive outsiders, cruel popular girls, body-obsessed jocks, gay teens in the throes of first lovetake turns pouring their hearts onto the pages, detailing their loneliness, heartaches, hopes, and joys. All attend the same high school, and as the book progresses their stories slowly weave together to form a larger view of the school community. In the first selection, for instance, Daniel talks about his relationship with Jed; Jed's view of their romance closes the book. Though friendships and romantic relationships grow and change, character is much more the focus here than plot. Each chapter contains four points of view, and it will take patient readers to determine who's who and exactly how they are linked. Effort is rewarded, however, in selections such as "The Patron Saint of Stoners," in which a girl seeks out a drug dealer for reasons few will guess. Another standout is "Experimentation," in which a boy writes about his sexual experiences with astonishing insight and tenderness. Thoughtful teens will find much to appreciate here.Miranda Doyle, San Francisco Public Library Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: The Realm of Possibility | [
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12,996 | 0 | ts Farmer Browns birthday, and the animals are deciding what theyll do for him on his special day. Cluck! I will give him eggs, said the hen. / Said the rooster, Ill wake him in the mornings, then. / Baa-aa, well give him wool, said the sheep. / For our fleece is soft and warm and deep.Annie North Bedford is a childrens author known for Walt Disneys The Ugly Duckling, Walt Disneys Mary Poppins, Little Golden Book Farm Favorites, Mickey Mouse Flies the Christmas Mail, and The Jolly Barnyard.Tibor Gergely, who was born in Hungary in 1900 and emigrated to the US in 1939, was one of the most prolific of the early Little Golden Books illustrators. He brought to life many classic and beloved LGB characters, including Tootle,the Little Red Caboose,and Scuffy the Tugboat. He died in 1978.; Title: The Jolly Barnyard (Little Golden Book) | [
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12,997 | 2 | Tamora Pierce creates epic worlds populated by girls and women of bravery, heart, and strength. Her work inspired a generation of writers and continues to inspire us. HOLLY BLACK, #1 New York Times bestselling authorFew authors can slay so effectively with a single sentenceI mean fist-in-the-air, shouting-at-my-book slayas Tamora Pierce. All these years later, I still draw strength from her words. MARIE LU, #1 New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce is a seminal figure in the fantasy field of writing, turning out one terrific book after another. TERRY BROOKS, New York Times bestselling author of the Sword of Shannara trilogyIts impossible to overstate Tamora Pierces impact on childrens literature. Her tough, wise, and wonderful heroines have inspired generations of readers. RAE CARSON, New York Times bestselling author In the world of YA fantasy, theres before Tamora Pierce, and then after her female heroes started kicking down the doors (and walls, and other barriers)! BRUCE COVILLE, New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce is a trailblazer for so many fantasy writers, hacking through the old tropes with her narrative machete and showing us that girl-centered adventures are not just possible but amazing. RACHEL HARTMAN, New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierces writing is like water from the swiftest, most refreshingly clear, invigorating, and revitalizing river. GARTH NIX, New York Times bestselling authorTamora Pierce is gloriously unafraid to give her readers joy and laughter along with adventure and struggle, to let us love her characters wholeheartedly and find the best of ourselves in them. NAOMI NOVIK, New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce and her brilliant heroines didnt just break down barriers; they smashed them with magical fire. KATHERINE ARDEN, author of The Bear and the Nightingale Tamora Pierces bold, courageous heroines illuminate the journey to womanhood. CALLIE BATES, author of The Waking Land Tamora Pierce is the queen of YA fantasy, and we are all happy subjects in her court. JESSICA CLUESS, author of A Shadow Bright and Burning Tamora Pierces novels gave me a different way of seeing the world. They were like nothing Id encountered before. Alanna stormed her way into my thirteen-year-old heart and told me that I could write gorgeous, complicated novels about vibrantly real people in fantastic situations, and to be honest, shes never left. ALAYA DAWN JOHNSON, award-winning author of Love Is the DrugKel fights to maintain the rigorous regimen of a page while confronting the prejudices that come with being a female in a mans world and coping with a crush on her closest friend, Neal.Pierce makes Kel sweat for her success through perseverance, hard work, and skill. Readers will appreciate this true example of grrrl power.School Library Journal; Title: Page: Book 2 of the Protector of the Small Quartet | [
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12,998 | 11 | With full-color photographs. Now in paperback, My Painted House, My Friendly Chicken, and Me is the enchanting story of an eight-year-old girl named Thandi, her village, her mischievous brother, her best friend--a chicken--and the remarkable mural art that is produced by the Ndebele women. With over seventy photographs of the reclusive Ndebele women and their breathtaking paintings, My Painted House, My Friendly Chicken, and Me documents the passing of traditions from parent to child while introducing young readers to a new culture through a new friend. "Angelou's prose, like the art, is unlike what you've seen before" (Chicago Tribune). "Poet Angelou's impish narrative and Margaret Courtney-Clarke's ravishing photos create an entrancing vision...." (Entertainment Weekly). To be published simultaneously with Kofi and His Magic, a new hardcover collaborative effort by Angelou and Courtney-Clarke.From the Hardcover edition.Maya Angelou, a world-renowned, award-winning author and poet, is a critically acclaimed author who has been hailed as one of the great voices of contemporary literature.Margaret Courtney-Clarke is an internationally published photojournalist and author of Ndebele: The Art of an African Tribe.; Title: Kofi and His Magic | [
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12,999 | 2 | Thomas is convinced that he can drive himself! When he heads off on his own, he learns that stopping can be harder than starting. This classic story, originally by the Reverend W Awdry, has been adapted to appeal to the reader who is just beginning to read. Includes fun language building activities.In 1944, a country vicar, the Reverend W Awdry, wrote the stories he had been telling his two young sons about a group of engines with very recognizable personalities. In 1945, the first book featuring Thomas and the other Really Useful Engines was published, and in the 60 years since, the tales of these friendly engines have become beloved classics around the world.; Title: Thomas Comes to Breakfast (Thomas & Friends) (Step into Reading) | [
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