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13,000 | 14 | The forest is hushed for the animals? Christmas. The elephant brings a fir tree from far away, and the animals gather silently together. . . .This simple but beautifully told story by noted author Jan Wahl is now back in print. Richly textured paintings by Caldecott Medalist Leonard Weisgard celebrate the majesty and wonder of Christmas.; Title: The Golden Christmas Tree (Big Little Golden Book) | [
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13,001 | 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."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, including Skinnybones and Mick Harte Was Here. We are thankful for the laughter shes given us and to millions of children.; Title: Junie B., First Grader: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May) | [
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13,002 | 7 | Attention all serious book collectors and fans of Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials. This undoubtedly beautiful package--cloth-bound in a classy red and adorned by numerous illustrations by master engraver and illustrator John Lawrence--is a must-purchase. A pint-sized pocket volume, Lyra's Oxford packages together a short story set in the same universe as his famous trilogy, a fold-out map of the alternate-reality city of Oxford, a short brochure for a cruise to The Levant aboard the S.S. Zenobia, and a postcard from the inventor of the amber spyglass, Mary Malone. Pullman, in his introduction, suggests that the peripheral items within "might be connected with the story, or they might not; they might be connected to stories that havent appeared yet. It's difficult to tell."A very sumptuous and lovingly crafted but tantalizingly brief book , Lyra's Oxford begins when Lyra and Pantalaimon spot a witch's daemon called Ragi being pursued over the rooftops of Oxford by a frenzied pack of birds. The daemon heads straight for Lyra (the creature was given Lyras name as somebody who might help) and is given shelter. Together Lyra and Pan try to guide the daemon to the home of Sebastian Makepeacean alchemist living in a part of Oxford known as Jericho--but it is a journey fraught with more danger than they had at first anticipated. (Age 10 and over) --John McLayGrade 5-9-Pullman returns to the universe of "His Dark Materials" with this gift-book package anchored by a new short story, "Lyra and the Birds." There are a few other goodies, including a pullout map of Oxford and a postcard from Dr. Mary Malone. In his preface, Pullman indicates that these "-other things might be connected with the story, or they might not; they might be connected to stories that haven't appeared yet. It's not easy to tell." These "souvenirs" give readers something to puzzle out, and to determine how they might (or might not) relate to anything. The short story itself doesn't lack for action. Lyra and her daemon companion, Pantalaimon, happen upon a witch's daemon named Ragi, who has sought out Lyra's help to find an alchemist named Sebastian Makepeace, who may be able to help his witch, Yelena Pazhets, who has been struck by a mysterious illness. The story winds its way through Oxford toward the alchemist's home, ending with an unexpected but ultimately hopeful resolution. The lovely woodcut engravings fit both the design of the book and the tone of the tale perfectly. Full appreciation of the story is very much dependent on having read Pullman's much-acclaimed trilogy.Tim Wadham, Maricopa County Library District, Phoenix, AZCopyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: Lyra's Oxford | [
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13,003 | 0 | ?We now know?because science tells us?what teaching methods are most effective. The basics work. Reading programs that include phonics and phonemic awareness work.??Remarks by Mrs. Laura Bush on Preparing Tomorrow?s Teachers at the House Education and Workforce Committee, March 14, 2002 -- ReviewResearch shows that early instruction in phonics is the first step to reading success. Now Step into Reading is introducing a fun and comprehensive, educationally based phonics program designed to help kids learn to read, step by step! Developed by a phonics expert, each box includes eight brief books that cover a specific range of phonics skills. The boxed sets build on each other, book by book, and skills are reviewed and reinforced as new ones are introduced?giving kids the tools they need to crack the code of letters and sounds.; Title: Step into Reading Phonics First Steps, Set 1 (Phonics Boxed Sets) | [
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13,004 | 0 | JACK AND ANNIE, joined by Teddy and Kathleen (from earlier books), travel in the Magic Tree House to a land of snow where the Ice Wizard has captured Morgan and Merlin. The four friends must find the Ice Wizard's missing eye . . . or is it really his heart that is missing?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: Winter of the Ice Wizard (Magic Tree House 32) | [
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13,005 | 6 | Richard Scarrys Best Rainy Day Book Ever has been delighting young Scarry fans for 30 yearsand it is now available for a whole new generation. There are more than 500 wonderful things to make, play, and color. With just a few simple materialsand this bookchildren can keep themselves entertained for hours and hours!Richard Scarry has thrilled generations of children with his whimsical drawings and characters.; Title: Richard Scarry's Best Rainy Day Book Ever | [
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13,006 | 2 | Winter is coming and Thomas, being a small engine, needs to put on his snowplow. Thomas hates his snowplow; he thinks it makes him look funny, and when he has it on, the other, bigger engines tease him. But Thomas saves the day when a big storm comes up and Toby is stuck on his branch line.The Reverend W Awdry crafted a small wooden Thomas engine for his son, Christopher in the early 1940s. His made-up stories were first published in Great Britian in 1945. The Reverend continued to create new adventures and characters until 1972 when he retired from writing.; Title: Thomas Gets a Snowplow (Thomas & Friends) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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13,007 | 14 | It is Christmas eve, and Thomas wishes he was safe and warm in his shed with the other engines. But Thomas is a Really Useful Engine and has several important deliveries to make. Will he get home in time to make sure his stocking has been carefully hung? And when a big blizzard blows up, Thomas fears that Father Christmas may not find the engine shed at all.The Reverend W Awdry first started telling his young son tales of Thomas, Percy and the other Really Useful Engines in 1944. In 1945, he started writing the tales down, and upon their publication they were immediately embraced by train lovers in Great Britain and worldwide. Before his death in 1997, the Reverend wrote 26 volumes of stories that continue to thrill generations of young readers.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: Thomas' Christmas Delivery (Thomas & Friends) | [
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13,008 | 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 DrugIn the medieval and fantastic realm of Tortall, Keladry of Mindelan (known as Kel) is the first girl to take advantage of the decree that permits females to train for knighthood. But Kel is not a girl to underestimate. . . ."Part school story . . . part fantasy . . . part animal story . . . this is a splendidly rousing feast."--Booklist; Title: First Test (Protector of the Small #1) | [
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13,009 | 11 | Starred Review. Grade 3-5After brief accounts of the events of 79 A.D. and the first archaeological investigations of the city that lay beneath the fields surrounding Mt. Vesuvius, Osborne's straightforward text focuses on the life at Pompeii at the time of the volcano's eruption. Discussions of daily activities include mention of the many types of buildings unearthed, such as private homes, bakeries, baths, and markets, as well as the activities enjoyed by the free citizens of Pompeiiconcerts, plays, and gladiator fights. A large illustration, flanked on the right by two boxes containing text and a smaller picture, occupies most of each spread. Christensen's distinctive, haunting frescoes are reminiscent of the art found throughout the site. Some illustrations are copies of original artwork, while others offer glimpses into what the city may have looked like prior to the volcano's eruption, detail objects found on location, and offer readers information on dress, decoration, and architecture. The illustrations are framed with decorative patterns typical of the period and the colors used reflect those found at Pompeii, including the distinctive, earthen red of some of its most familiar frescoes. While Osborne's text does not go into great detail, it will serve as an enticing introduction to this legendary city frozen in time. Students ready for more information will be fascinated by James M. Deem's Bodies from the Ash (Houghton, 2005), illustrated with outstanding color photos.Daryl Grabarek, School Library Journal Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 2-4, younger for reading aloud. Christensen's striking, original frescoes illustrate this lively introduction to Pompeii. Osborne begins by imagining what the Roman city's residents were doing just before Mount Vesuvius' ash buried the city. Later spreads chronicle archaeological discoveries and discuss how scientists form a picture of daily life from the objects, buildings, and artworks recovered from the magnificently preserved site. The theatrical account of the ancient citizens' response to the disaster will bring children right into the history, as will the clear, succinct descriptions of how the people of Pompeii ate, bathed, shopped, and amused themselves. Christensen's unusual frescoes, with their cracked, rough-hewn surfaces and blurred figures in Roman costume, extend the sense of antiquity while making the details of ancient life (and the terror of the event) tangible. In a lovely closing, two images reinforce connections to history by juxtaposing the same street scene, shown first with a Roman Empire mother and child, then with a contemporary mother and son. A note about frescoes and a quiz close. Gillian EngbergCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Pompeii: Lost and Found | [
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13,010 | 0 | "Autumn in the pumpkin patch, no two pumpkins ever match!Some are big and win a prize, some wind up in pumpkin pies!Read about all kinds of pumpkins in this simple rhyming Step 2, perfect for fall!Charles Ghigna (a.k.a. Father Goose) is the author of more than 30 books of poetry for children and adults. He lives in Homewood, Alabama.; Title: Oh My, Pumpkin Pie! (Step into Reading, Step 2) | [
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13,011 | 0 | OLD TESTAMENT HEROES and heroines come alive as real people in this new book. The stories of Samson, Deborah, David, and many others are told in a simple yet entertaining way, brought to life with lush, colorful artwork.Christin Ditchfieldis a former preschool and elementary school teacher. Shes now a popular speaker and host of the internationally syndicated inspirational radio programTake It to Heart!A prolific writer of magazine articles and columns for CBA publications, shes also the author of the Little Golden Books Bible Stories of Boys and Girls and David and Goliath. She lives in Houston, Texas.Ande Cook is an artist who has illustrated a number of childrens books, including the Little Golden Book Bible Heroes. She is the director of teacher training at the High Museum of Art, as well as an artist in residence for the Georgia Council for the Arts. Cook lives in Georgia with her husband.; Title: Bible Heroes (Little Golden Book) | [
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13,012 | 2 | *Starred Review* In this winning picture-book biography, author and illustrator McCarthy (Aliens Are Coming, 2006) tells the story of Charles Atlas, the original 98-pound weakling who transformed himself into "The World's Most Perfectly Developed Man" and moved generations to embrace fitness. The smoothly paced, concise text follows Atlas from his boyhood arrival on Ellis Island to the abuse he suffered as a skinny kid in his Brooklyn neighborhood. After finding inspiration in classical statues of muscled gods and in the animal world (a lion's stretch is a eureka moment), Atlas developed his Dynamic Tension fitness program and became a world-famous strong man. The acrylic paintings nicely reinforce the meaning in the words on each page, and the artwork's cartoonish stylebug-eyed, thickly outlined characters and rich, flat colorsechoes Atlas' larger-than-life, superhero persona. Particularly touching are the re-creations, in words and pictures, of letters sent from young fans whose lives were changed by Atlas' program. Atlas' tall-tale biography is a difficult story to tell accurately, and McCarthy's lengthy author's note acknowledges the challenges she encountered as she separated fact from fiction. A bibliography and an illustrated spread featuring examples from Atlas' exercise regimen conclude this cheerful introduction to a cultural legend whose messages about self-respect and healthy choices are just as timely today as they were 50 years ago. Engberg, GillianStarred review, Kirkus Reviews, May 15, 2007:"[B]oth the humor of the illustrations and the accretion of cool Atlas facts ... keep things light without undercutting the author's genuine admiration for the man."Starred review, Booklist, June 1 and 15, 2007:"[A] cheerful introduction to a cultural legend whose messages about self-respect and healthy choices are just as timely today as they were 50 years ago."Starred review, School Library Journal, July 2007:"This colorful book captures both the essence and mystique of an American icon."; Title: Strong Man: The Story of Charles Atlas | [
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13,013 | 2 | Richard Torrey grew up in a family of boyswith two brothers, two half brothers, and two stepbrotherswhere entire weekends could be occupied by a couple of cardboard boxes, a few crayons, and a lot of imagination. As a brother, and later as a father of two, he learned that compromise is a big part of successful play, as the two children inThe Almost Terrible Playdatesoon find out. He is the author-illustrator of three Beans Baker books in the Step into Reading line, in addition to numerous other books for children. He lives in Shoreham, New York.; Title: Beans Baker's Best Shot (Step into Reading) | [
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13,014 | 1 | NO ONE HAS illustrated animals with as much warmth, humor, and realism as Garth Williams. This classic, full of soft and furry animal babies, features his work at his best. This longtime favorite has been reissued for a new generation of kids who will love to "pet" the animals on each page!GARTH WILLIAMS (1912–1996) was known for his realistic yet highly expressive animal characters. He brought to life some of the best-loved children’s books of the twentieth century, including Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House series and E. B. White’s Charlotte’s Web and Stuart Little. Williams illustrated many timeless Golden Books, including Baby Farm Animals, Mister Dog, and The Friendly Book.; Title: Baby Animals (Little Golden Book) | [
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13,015 | 0 | James is a very busy and very splendid red engine with many important things to do. He has no time to be bothered by small insignificant bees. But when a buzzing swarm find James?s warm boiler a cozy place to sit, James is driven completely buggy. What is an important engine to do? Originally by The Reverend W Awdry, this classic story has been adapted to appeal to the reader who is starting to gain confidence in his reading skills.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: James Goes Buzz Buzz (Thomas & Friends) (Step into Reading) | [
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13,016 | 0 | During a class visit to the museum, Arthur needs to make a quick visit to the boys' lavatory. But a wrong turn leads him into a diorama of life-size models of Pilgrims celebrating the first Thanksgiving . . . just as Mr. Ratburn and his class are about to study it. Will Arthur be in big trouble?Marc Brown is the renowned illustrator of Judy Sierra'sWild About BooksandZooZical, but is best known worldwide as the creator of Arthur the Aardvark, the star of many picture books and the five-time Emmy Awardwinning TV show.He lives in New York City and on Martha's Vineyard with his wife, artist and psychologist Laurie Krasny Brown, and their cats, Lola and Romeo. You can visit him at MarcBrownStudios.com.; Title: Arthur Lost in the Museum (Step into Reading) | [
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13,017 | 4 | 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: Hooray for Thomas!: And Other Thomas the Tank Engine Stories | [
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13,018 | 0 | Grade 5-9 - McKernan brings Ernest Shackleton's 1914 expedition to the Antarctic alive through the eyes of its youngest crew member. Perce Blackborow, 18, hides in a cramped locker for two days until the Endurance is at sea before revealing his presence as a stowaway. Given a chance to disembark at South Georgia Island, he signs up as a steward and a gruff Shackleton insists that he write to his family: "Tell them what god-awful mischief you've got yourself into." The ill-fated ship is crushed in the ice hundreds of miles from the nearest whaling station, forcing the crew to drag its lifeboats and gear across unstable ice floes. A perilous voyage takes them to Elephant Island, where they are stranded for months while Shackleton and five others go for help. Perce endures the worst of it, having no feeling in his frostbitten feet. Details of the ensuing amputation of toes are realistic, an example of the author's sharp eye for authenticity. Although fictional, Perce's diary entries add dimension to the character and blend imagination with historical accuracy. Several of the crew members are powerfully brought to life, including Perce's fun-loving mate, Billy; the obsessive rationer, Orde Lees; the compassionate Frank Wild; and Shackleton, the leader they all idolize. Add this suspenseful tale to adventure/survival collections. - Vicki Reutter, Cazenovia High School, NY Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 6-9. This fictionalized account of Ernest Shackleton's 1914-16 Antarctic expedition follows steward Perce Blackborow from the time he stows away on the Endurance through his harrowing experiences in the Antarctic (including the amputation of his toes). Sprinkled throughout the narrative are selections from Blackborow's pseudo-journal record that chronicles ongoing shipboard routines and the camaraderie among crew, in spite of fractious personalities and grim conditions. These passages speak with a seaman's voice and view the events and desperate circumstances through the eyes of the ordinary sailors, not the officers. Based on published and unpublished journals and interviews with Blackborow's family, this gritty survival story is an excellent supplement to nonfiction accounts such as Ice Story (1999) by Elizabeth Kimmel and Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World (2000) by Jennifer Armstrong. An epilogue describing the lives of the sailors after the rescue, a list of sources, a time line, a crew roster, and a bibliography are appended. Linda PerkinsCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Shackleton's Stowaway | [
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13,019 | 2 | Welcome to the Australian Outback where the Koala Brothers live happily in their cozy little homestead. Come in and enjoy all the fun with Frank, Buster, and their friends in this big and sturdy board book featuring a dynamic die-cut cover and interiors. Children will feel right at home as they turn each page to reveal new surprises in this homestead-shaped book.; Title: Home, Sweet Homestead (The Koala Brothers) | [
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13,020 | 0 | After escaping an underwater volcano, Andrew, Judy, and Thudd drive their submersible vehicle, the Water Bug, right down a whale's throat! This is the second in a four-book set that will take the kids on a tour of undersea phenomena, from the Great Barrier Reef to the Mariana Trench to the inside of a whale, as 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: In the Whale (Andrew Lost #6) | [
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13,021 | 13 | Starred Review. Grade 7 UpThis examination of America during Reconstruction covers Lincoln's Proclamation of Amnesty and Reconstruction, the Civil Rights Act of 1866, the troubles of freed slaves, the expansion of the nation and the plight of Native Americans, the 15th Amendment, and the women's suffrage movement. While this is well-documented nonfiction, Bolden writes in the voice of a storyteller. The excellent graphics include archival photos, political cartoons, and primary resources. Lengthy captions explain each image and why it is included. Each chapter title is a quote, which personalizes the narrative but may confound report writers looking for specific information. For example, one chapter is titled, Why Is This, Ma? which refers to a question put to a black Memphis schoolteacher by one of her children over their poor treatment at a train depot; the chapter largely deals with the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1875. Overall, this is a well-written and visually appealing title, but it's better for general-interest reading than for research.Marianne Fitzgerald, Severna Park High School, MD Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Gr. 8-11. Tackling the complex era of Reconstruction, Bolden presents a great deal of information about the history, politics, and society of the period. Constitutional amendments and social reform during Reconstruction brought legal rights and education to former slaves in the South, but the backlash against these changes led to unrest, violence, and, ultimately, a dark period of further oppression. Writing from an African American's perspective, Bolden handles the material in an evenhanded manner and backs up her assertions with facts, often quoting from primary and secondary sources. The many illustrations include reproductions of period photographs and prints accompanied by extensive, informative captions. A bibliography and source notes are appended. The occasional instance of imprecise or awkward phasing, such as "a bevy of legislation," "the litany of Reconstruction-era massacres," and "America's grandest celebration of herself the world had ever seen," detracts from the otherwise scholarly yet accessible tone of the text. A well-organized and well-reasoned account of Reconstruction, this book will serve as a rich resource for students researching the period, which has long been underrepresented in nonfiction for young people. Carolyn PhelanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Cause: Reconstruction America 1863-1877 | [
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13,022 | 0 | PreSchool-Grade 1Oxenbury works her magic with a lovely sampling of nursery favorites from three of her earlier titles: Tiny Tim (Delacorte, 1982), Cakes and Custards (Morrow, 1975; o.p.), and The Helen Oxenbury Nursery Story Book (Random, 1987; o.p.). This offering includes 5 nonsense verses, 12 nursery rhymes, and 7 well-known talesjust enough variety to provide a satisfying introduction to the genres. Illustrations, while not consistent in style throughout, match the mood of each piece. The stories all feature Oxenbury's trademark winsome pencil-and-watercolor pictures. They include such favorites as "Little Red Riding Hood," "Henny-Penny," and "The Three Little Pigs," and are retold with drama and humor while staying close to the feel of the original versions. Since the selections appear in previously mentioned titles and The Helen Oxenbury Nursery Rhyme Book (Morrow, 1987; o.p.), this attractive title might replace older, worn editions or be a consideration for libraries with limited budgets.Tana Elias, Meadowridge Branch Library, Madison, WI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreS-Gr.1. This appealing anthology draws from three previous books: five poems from Tiny Tim--Verses for Children (1981), a dozen rhymes from Cakes and Custard--The Helen Oxenbury Nursery Rhyme Book (1975), and seven tales from The Helen Oxenbury Nursery Story Book (1985). Reduced a bit in size and sheer punch, the images seem softer and prettier than in the earlier volumes, but that doesn't diminish their essential child appeal. Since the original volumes are out of print, libraries may want to make this edition available to a new generation of children and parents. Carolyn PhelanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: The Helen Oxenbury Nursery Collection | [
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13,023 | 2 | Grade 5-8This well-written volume explores specific plagues that have impacted society. Barnard begins with an introduction to microbes and the positive and negative effects that they can have on humans. A history of the study of microorganisms follows. The bulk of the book then focuses on specific plagues with a chapter devoted to each, including the Black Death, smallpox, yellow fever, cholera, tuberculosis, and influenza. The final chapter discusses the modern struggle against disease. A thorough glossary and a detailed list of sources are included. The evocative paintings help to clarify the text. Browsers and report writers alike will find this to be a fascinating and informative resource.Deanna Romriell, Salt Lake City Library, UT Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Did the Black Death destroy the feudal system? Did cholera pave the way for modern Manhattan? Did yellow fever help end the slave trade? Remarkably, the answer to all of these questions is yes. Time and again, diseases have impacted the course of human history in surprisingly powerful ways. From influenza to small pox, from tuberculosis to yellow fever, Bryn Barnard describes the symptoms and paths of the world's worst diseases-and how the epidemics they spawned have changed history forever.Highlighted with vivid and meticulously researched illustrations, Outbreak is a fascinating look at the hidden world of microbes-and how this world shapes human destiny every day.; Title: Outbreak! Plagues That Changed History | [
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13,024 | 13 | Raffi Cavoukianis an internationally renknowned musician and performer for children, best known for hits likeBaby Beluga,Bananaphone, andDown by the Bay. He is the founder of the Centre for Child Honouring, whichadvocates for an ecological worldview, a whole systems shift in the way we make decisions that affect our childrens world. Learn more about Raffi, his music, and his foundation at RaffiNews.com, on Twitter at @Raffi_RC, or on Facebook at Facebook.com/Raffi.Cavoukian.Cyd Moore is the renowned illustrator of many picture books, including the Stinky Face series by Lisa McCourt. Her work has been published in Communication Arts Illustration Annual and appears in newspapers, magazines, greeting cards, posters, and even McDonald's Happy Meal boxes. She lives in Beverly Hills, Michigan.; Title: If You're Happy and You Know It (Raffi Songs to Read) | [
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13,025 | 10 | There are two kinds of people in the world, those who read Trixie and those who dont. Which are you?Merrilee Wilkerson, Book People, Austin, TXParents, be warned: Nostalgic feelings may draw you in, causing a tussle over whos going to read first.The Dallas Morning NewsThere?s a new kid in town?a tough boy from New York City who wears a black leather jacket and pointy cowboy boots. Trixie doesn?t trust him for a second. She?s sure about one thing: Don Mangan is trouble!; Title: The Black Jacket Mystery (Trixie Belden #8) | [
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13,026 | 2 | Marc Brown’s popular books and television show about Arthur have brought him fame throughout the world. He is also the illustrator of the New York Times bestsellers Wild About Books and Born to Read, both by Judy Sierra. He lives in New York City and Martha’s Vineyard.; Title: Arthur's Reading Trick (Step into Reading) | [
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13,027 | 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 DrugWhen Kel is chosen by the legendary Lord Raoul to be his squire, the conservatives of the realm hardly think she's up to the job. Kel earns respect and admiration among the men, as well as the affection of a fellow squire."This feminist fantasy is a delightful read."--KLIATT; Title: Squire: Book 3 of the Protector of the Small Quartet | [
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13,028 | 2 | In the dedication to her readers, Lois Lenski wrote: For all the children who asked: Is there a Mama Small and Baby Small? Yes, Papa Small has a family. Here they arewith my love. Your friend, Lois Lenski. Children will love seeing Papa Small and his family do many of the same things that their families do.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: Papa Small | [
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13,029 | 6 | Rudolph brightens the holidays with this retelling of kids? favorite Christmas story. The die-cut shape creates an irresistibly cute cover. A cut-out greeting card on the back cover is a fun way for kids to send holly, jolly holiday cheer!; Title: HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMA | [
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13,030 | 0 | 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: In the Ice Age (Andrew Lost #12) | [
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13,031 | 2 | PreS-K. In this charming if somewhat overextended story, Horse revisits an idea from Little Rabbit Lost (2002). Little Rabbit is eager for the first day of school, but he isn't prepared to leave behind his string toy, Charlie Horse. And wouldn't you know it, Charlie Horse acts out in class. Later, when easily distracted Little Rabbit strays during a nature walk (led away by Charlie), it takes some quick thinking and a tune Little Rabbit learned from his teacher to bring an adult to the rescue. The idea of getting lost at school isn't likely to reassure children already nervous about their first day, but Horse balances the uncomfortable concept with an easy-to-grasp message about paying attention and some winning artwork. Diminutive rabbits scamper across the pages in full spreads and spot art, with Little Rabbit easily distinguishable by his blue bunny suit. Kids may feel wiggly enough to act like Charlie Horse, but some will take their cue from Little Rabbit, who concludes that mischief has no place in school. Gillian EngbergCopyright American Library Association. All rights reservedEach book is a delight.Booklist, StarredLoaded with child appeal.School Library Journal; Title: Gaspard and Lisa's Ready-for-School Words | [
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13,032 | 0 | "They say it all started when Gerald was two--That's the age kids start talking--least, most of them do. Well, when he started talking, you know what he said?He didn't talk words--he went boing boing" instead! So goes the hilarious tale of a boy who was a little bit different--a tale that only Dr. Seuss could create. Based on the Academy Award-winning motion picture!Dr. Seuss was born Theodor Geisel in Springfield, Massachusetts on March 2, 1904.  After attending Dartmouth College and Oxford University, he began a career in advertising.  His advertising cartoons, featuring Quick, Henry, the Flit!,  appeared in several leading American magazines.  Dr. Seuss's first children's book, And To Think That I Saw It On Mulberry Street, hit the market in 1937, and the world of children's literature was changed forever!  In 1957, Seuss's The Cat in the Hat became the prototype for one of Random House's best-selling series, Beginner Books.  This popular series combined engaging stories with outrageous illustrations and playful sounds to teach basic reading skills.  Brilliant, playful, and always respectful of children, Dr. Seuss charmed his way into the consciousness of four generations of youngsters and parents.  In the process, he helped kids learn to read.Winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1984 and three Academy Awards, Seuss was the author and illustrator of 44 children's books, some of which have been made into audiocassettes, animated television specials, and videos for children of all ages.  Even after his death in 1991, Dr. Seuss continues to be the best-selling author of children's books in the world.; Title: Gerald McBoing Boing (Little Golden Book) | [
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13,033 | 2 | Bonnie Worth is the author of countless books for young readers.Aristides Ruiz has illustrated all the Cat in the Hats Learning Library Books, among many others.Joe Mathieu has illustrated countless childrens books.; Title: Would You Rather Be a Pollywog: All About Pond Life (Cat in the Hat's Learning Library) | [
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13,034 | 0 | Andrew, Judy, and Thudd have escaped the Big Bang only to find themselves trapped inside the Earth as it forms all around them! Meanwhile Uncle Al is stranded in the Ice Age. Somehow Andrew, Judy, and Thudd must fix their time machine and rescue Uncle Al--before he becomes dinner for a sabertooth tiger! Kids, parents, and teachers love this series--kids for all its gooey grossness, and teachers and parents for all the fun science and great discussion points! "Andrew Lost books are gross and disgusting. That's why we like them."--"The Washington Post "One cliff-hanger after another."--"School Library Journal "At the end of each book are additional pages of interesting facts . . . even when the stories end, the learning never stops."--Kidsreads.comJ. 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 Earth (Andrew Lost #10) | [
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13,035 | 2 | Join the Koala Brothers and their friends on three different adventures in this hardcover storybook collection. In each tale, Frank and Buster are on a mission to help a friend in need. Whether it?s welcoming their crocodile neighbor to his new home, teaching a little kangaroo how to jump rope, or making a traveling penguin feel at home, the Koala Brothers show youngsters that even the littlest acts of kindness go a long way.; Title: Tales from the Outback (Koala Brothers) | [
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13,036 | 2 | "The Chocolate War is masterfully structured and rich in theme; the action is well crafted, well timed, suspenseful; complex ideas develop and unfold with clarity."-The New York Times Book Review"The characterizations of all the boys are superb...This novel [is] unique in its uncompromising portrait of human cruelty and conformity."-School Library Journal, starred review"The novel is cleverly written with a good sense of the realistic and a good ear for dialouge, qualities which will attract any reader."-Bestsellers"Robert Cormier has written a brilliant novel."-Children's Book Revie ServiceIN 1974, AFTER SUFFERING rejections from seven major publishers, "The Chocolate War made its debut. An uncompromising portrait of conformity and corruption, it quickly became a bestselling--and provocative--classic for young adults. "Masterfully structured and rich in theme; the action is well crafted, well timed, suspenseful."--"The New York Times Book Review "The characterizations of all the boys are superb."--"School Library Journal, Starred "Compellingly immediate. . . . Readers will respect the uncompromising ending."--"Kirkus Reviews, Starred "An "ALA Best Books for Young Adults "A School Library Journal "Best Books of the Year "A Kirkus Reviews "Choice "A New York Times "Outstanding Books of the Year; Title: The Chocolate War | [
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13,037 | 7 | 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: Night of the New Magicians (Magic Tree House (R) Merlin Mission) | [
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13,038 | 5 | THE REISSUE OF the classic Grimm tale of a beautiful young girl with skin as white as snow, lips and cheeks as red as blood, and hair as black as ebony is breathtakingly realized by acclaimed artist Charles Santore in this lush, lovely picture book.In the 19th century, Jakob (17851863) and Wilhelm (17861859) Grimm collected folktales as part of a larger study of German culture. Their belief that folktales were reflections of the popular mind resulted in many works together including Grimms Fairy Tales.Charles Santores illustrations are part of the permanent collections of the Brandywine River Museum, The Free Library of Philadelphia, and The Museum of Modern Art.; Title: Snow White | [
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13,039 | 1 | Richard Scarry started his career at Golden Books and went on to become one of the most-beloved children’s book author-illustrators for generations of kids. His books have sold millions of copies throughout the world.; Title: The Rooster Struts (A Golden Sturdy Book) | [
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13,040 | 1 | KITTY AND HER mother go to the toy store for her very first doll. Which one does Kitty choose? Not the doll that walks and talks. Kitty chooses a rag doll that can't do anything, not even sleep. "But she can pretend cry and pretend sleep . . . and she can say anything I want her to say," says Kitty. And as she walks home with her new doll, she holds it close and pretends that it says, "I love you."Dorothy Kunhardt is best known as the creator of pat the bunny.; Title: Kitty's New Doll (Little Golden Book) | [
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13,041 | 0 | Tish Rabe is the author of six previous Cat in the Hat Learning Library titles. She lives in Greenwich, Connecticut.; Title: My, Oh My--A Butterfly!: All About Butterflies (Cat in the Hat's Learning Library) | [
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13,042 | 0 | Bonnie Worth is the author of countless books for young readers, among them the Cat in the Hats Learning Library books If I Ran the Rain Forest, A Great Day for Pup, Oh Say Can You Seed? (winner of the 2003 Ohio Farm Bureau Award for Childrens Literature), Theres No Place Like Space!, Wish for a Fish, Oh Say Can You Say Di-no-saur?, and Would You Rather Be a Pollywog?; Title: Ice Is Nice!: All About the North and South Poles (Cat in the Hat's Learning Library) | [
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13,043 | 11 | "An animal fantasy which will inevitably be compared to Charlotte's Web...Combines a robust pleasue in the smell and feel of rural surroundings with a humorous affection for all living creatures...a splendid book." The Horn Book, starred reviewFrom the Paperback edition.Knopf is proud to present a handsome 20th-anniversary edition of Dick King-Smiths bestselling novel that became an Academy Awardnominated movie. When Babe arrives at Hogget Farm, Mrs. Hoggets thoughts turn to sizzling bacon and juicy pork chopsuntil he reveals a surprising talent for sheepherding, that is. Before long, Babe is handling Farmer Hoggets flock better than any sheepdog ever could. Babe is so good, in fact, that the farmer enters him into the Grand Challenge Sheepdog Trials. Will it take a miracle for Babe to win?Complete with the original text and stunningly reillustrated by acclaimed artist Maggie Kneen, this anniversary edition of Babe is perfect to introduce a new generation of readers to the magical story of a pig like no other.; Title: Babe: The Gallant Pig | [
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13,044 | 0 | Eloise Wilkin (19041987) illustrated dozens of classic Golden Books in her long career. Famous for her instantly recognizable style, she provided the art for such books as Baby Dear, We Help Mommy, and the original Little Golden Book versions of Prayers for Children and My Little Golden Book About God.From the Board edition.; Title: ELOISE WILKIN STORIE | [
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13,045 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2A boy is excited about his newly acquired ability to read and wants to share a book aloud with someone in his family. He goes through the house and yard trying to find a listener, but everyone is busy and (unfortunately) caught in a stereotypical moment: Mom is cooking; Dad is mowing the lawn; Grandma is knitting; sister is in a quandary over what to wear; brother is at the computer; and Grandpa is napping. Just when he's about to give up and is resigned to read aloud to his stuffed animals, his family comes through. The computer-enhanced artwork gives the characters a shiny, plastic-doll appearance. This rhyming story is not about the magical connection between a reader and a wonderful book, but it speaks of reading as a social activity that involves love and fun, and that may be its strength.Teresa Pfeifer, Alfred Zanetti Montessori Magnet School, Springfield, MA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.K-Gr. 2. A proud young boy who has just mastered reading tries to find someone to listen to him demonstrate his new talent. But Mom is making beef stew, Dad is mowing, big brother is at the computer, big sister is trying on clothes, and so on. No one has time to listen to him read--not even Rover, who bolts at the sound of kibble in his dish. However, no sooner does he go to his bedroom to read to his bunnies and bears than there's a knock on his door: his entire family is ready to listen. Like The Best Place to Read (2003), the authors' first book about reading, this is presented in rhyme. Collage-style illustrations use patterned backgrounds to backlight the wide-eyed, plasticine-like faces of the characters and capture the elation of that magic moment when the lightbulb clicks: "I can read all by myself!" Budding bibliophiles arise! Julie CumminsCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: The Best Time to Read (Picture Book) | [
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13,046 | 18 | The Redcoats are coming! The Redcoats are coming! Every second counts as patriot Paul Revere rides into the night to warn the colonists. Will he make it? Young readers will find out all about this real-life American hero in this fun, action-packed Step 3 reader. History and biography are also successful topics for level three readers. Randoms Step into Reading has the best offerings for the reading level. . . . They are high in kid appealBooklistShana Corey was a Publishers Weekly Flying Start Author in 2000 and is also a Random House editor. She lives in Brooklyn, NY.; Title: Paul Revere's Ride (Step into Reading) | [
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13,047 | 11 | When a little boy named Rajani ventures into the jungle, he runs into several tigers who make him give them his fine new red coat, blue trousers, purple shoes with crimson linings, and even his green umbrella! But Rajani outsmarts the tigers in the end, in this kinder retelling of Helen Bannermans Little Black Sambo. New illustrations and non-offensive names and character depictions make this story lovable again.Helen Bannerman(18621946) was a Scottish author of childrens books. She is best known for her first book,The Story ofLittle Black Sambo.Valeria Petrone has illustrated numerous picture books, includingRed Truck, Blue Boat, and Yellow Copter (all by Kersten Hamilton), andPlumply, Dumply Pumpkin(by Mary Serfozo), and does editorial illustration for several Italian and UK magazines. She lives in Milan, Italy.; Title: The Boy and the Tigers (Little Golden Book) | [
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13,048 | 0 | Jack and Annie travel back in time to a desert in the Middle East at the behest of Merlin who has given them a rhyme to help on their mission. There they meet a Bedouin tribe and learn about the way that they live. From camel rides and oases to ancient writings and dangerous sandstorms, here's another Magic Tree House filled with all the mystery, history, magic, and old-fashioned adventure that kids love to read about.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: Season of the Sandstorms (Magic Tree House (R) Merlin Mission) | [
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13,049 | 1 | Kindergarten-Grade 2-Hurry, a tortoise, exchanges quips with a monarch butterfly as she stops in Wichita Falls, TX, while migrating from Canada to Mexico. The encounter, told in the present tense, frames a simple, fairly straightforward account of the monarch's long journey and life cycle. The stay in Mexico gets brief coverage. The butterfly returns in the spring, lands on Hurry's shell, lays her eggs on nearby milkweed, and flies off for her final rest. The tortoise then watches the transformation of one of the new caterpillars as it grows, forms a chrysalis, and emerges as a new monarch. The writing includes some jocular dialogue but is sometimes awkward in construction. So's shimmering watercolors are quite lovely, melding a bit of humor, broad impressionistic strokes, and fairly realistic sketches of some monarchs and caterpillars. A general map serving as front and back end pages broadly indicates this monarch's journey. Texas and Wichita Falls are the only marked places, though the text also refers to Eagle Pass, the Rio Grande, and the towns of Sweetwater and Stillwater. A final two-page essay for adults adds more details on monarchs.-Margaret Bush, Simmons College, Boston Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.*Starred Review* PreS-Gr. 2. In a tale that recalls Leo Leonni's classic interspecies fable Fish Is Fish (1970), a migrating butterfly provides Hurry, a Texas tortoise, with perspective on the world beyond his garden. "Maybe one day, you'll break out of that shell, grow wings, and fly away," the butterfly remarks to Hurry. "I doubt it," he replies, then contentedly settles down to hibernate. He wakes in the spring to see the same butterfly alight on a milkweed plant and deposit an egg, which hatches into a caterpillar that metamorphoses under Hurry's watchful eye. Flatharta avoids heavy anthropomorphizing and romanticized views of nature: the migrating monarchs are as likely to stop to rest on a coil of barbed wire as on a picturesque flower, and the reality of insect life spans is gently but unequivocally addressed when the mother monarch's quick stop to rest "becomes forever." Veined with a tracery of inked details, So's subtle watercolors reference both Asian nature-painting traditions and the limited palette of artwork in the early days of color printing. Together with its informative afterword, this is a particularly attractive, affecting introduction to the wonder of species diversity and the elegant continuum of life. Jennifer MattsonCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Hurry and the Monarch | [
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13,050 | 12 | Being a police officer is a very important job. Just ask Sergeant Murphy! In "A Day at the Police Station, young readers will get an up-close look at police work--from solving crimes, to helping lost children and more! The fun, lively art will appeal to fans of Richard Scarry--and police officers--everywhere!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.; Title: Richard Scarry's A Day at the Police Station (Look-Look) | [
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13,051 | 2 | Everybody loves lightning bugs! And with this interactive adaptation of P. D. Eastman?s classic, Sam and the Firefly, Sam and his mischievous friend, the firefly, come to life with a little help from toddlers. With a turn of a wheel, a lift of a flap, and a slide of a tab, the firefly lights up the night, jumps in his jar, and saves the day!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: Sam and Gus Light Up the Night! (Bright & Early Playtime Books) | [
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13,052 | 2 | Marc Brown is the renowned illustrator of Judy Sierra'sWild About BooksandZooZical, but is best known worldwide as the creator of Arthur the Aardvark, the star of many picture books and the five-time Emmy Awardwinning TV show.He lives in New York City and on Martha's Vineyard with his wife, artist and psychologist Laurie Krasny Brown, and their cats, Lola and Romeo. You can visit him at MarcBrownStudios.com.; Title: Arthur Loses a Friend (Step into Reading) | [
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13,053 | 4 | 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: TROLLS 5-MINUTE STOR | [
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13,054 | 0 | Andrew Lost books are gross and disgusting. Thats why we like them.The Washington PostAndrew, Judy, and Thudd have escaped primordial Earth only to find themselves surrounded by huge-and hungry!-dinosaurs. Meanwhile Uncle Al is still stranded in the Ice Age. Somehow Andrew, Judy, and Thudd must fix their time machine and rescue Uncle Al-before he becomes a human ice cube! Kids, parents, and teachers love this series-kids for all its gooey grossness, and teachers and parents for all the fun science and great discussion points!; Title: With the Dinosaurs (Andrew Lost #11) | [
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13,055 | 2 | Wills little brother, Steve, is big trouble. What happens when Will has to babysit? Steves over-the-top mishaps and Wills attempts to get him under control are sure to keep kids readingand laughing!throughout this Step 4 book. Early readers with younger siblings are sure to relate.Cathy Hapka has written more than 100 books for children and young adults. At home on her small farm in Chester County, Pennsylvania, she enjoys reading and writing, horseback riding, animals of all kinds, gardening, and music.Ellen Titlebaum is the author of numerous books for young readers. Her titles include How Not to Babysit Your Brother andHow to Start Third Grade, among others.Debbie Palen's illustrations have appeared in a range of media, including the app market, advertising, young adult books, and childrens publishing. She is currently focusing her talents on picture books.; Title: How Not to Babysit Your Brother (Step into Reading) | [
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13,056 | 2 | At 11-years-old, Malao is the youngest of the Five Ancestors. Master of the monkey fighting style, he's curious and quick, fast and fun-loving. But now, with the destruction of the temple and the deaths of his older brothers and Grandmaster, Malao the fun-loving monkey is forced to face things he'd rather not. As he grapples with these new and unwelcome feelings, Malao has an encounter with a dangerous band of bandits, is adopted by a troop of monkeys commanded by a one-eyed albino, and hears tantalizing rumors of a mysterious recluse called the Monkey King, who is said to act, and look, a lot like him. . . ."From the Hardcover edition.Jeff Stone practices the martial arts daily. He has worked as a photographer, an editor, a maintenance man, a technical writer, a ballroom dance instructor, a concert promoter, and a marketing director for companies that design schools, libraries, and skateboard parks. Like the heroes of The Five Ancestors series, Mr. Stone was adopted when he was an infant. He began searching for his birthmother when he was 18; he found her 15 years later. The author lives with his wife and two children in Carmel, IN.From the Hardcover edition.; Title: Monkey (The Five Ancestors, Book 2) | [
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13,057 | 2 | Little Witch is sad she?s not going to summer camp. Instead, Mother Witch has decided to take the family to the beach for the first time ever! Little Witch will miss her friends, but chances are she?ll make new ones who might teach her a thing or two. This wonderful companion to Little Witch Learns to Read will feature six to eight writing and drawing activities interspersed with the narrative.Deborah Hautzig is the author of the popular Little Witch books as well as many other Step into Reading books, and the bestselling novel Second Star to the Right. The author lives in New York, NY.; Title: Little Witch Loves to Write: A Write-in Reader (Step into Reading) | [
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13,059 | 2 | Jeff Stone practices the martial arts daily. He has worked as a photographer, an editor, a maintenance man, a technical writer, a ballroom dance instructor, a concert promoter, and a marketing director for companies that design schools, libraries, and skateboard parks. Like the heroes of The Five Ancestors series, Mr. Stone was adopted when he was an infant. He began searching for his birthmother when he was 18; he found her 15 years later. The author lives with his wife and two children in Carmel, IN.From the Hardcover edition.chapter 1Twelve-year-old Hok sat perched high in a tree in a dreamlike state. All around her, Cangzhen was burning. Thick black smoke rushed over her on currents of air formed by the intense heat below. Her brothers, Fu, Malao, Seh, and Long, had already taken flight. It was time for her to do the same. Grandmaster had told them to scatter into the four winds, so into the wind she would go.Hok spread her arms wide and let the warm, rising air lift her into the night sky. She welcomed the familiar feeling and soon found herself soaring through the darkness, circling higher and higher. Yet no matter how high she flew, she couldn't escape the smoke. It burned her eyes and obscured her vision. She had no choice but to descend once more. Maybe she could somehow fly around the trouble.Below her, the Cangzhen compound came into view again. Through the smoky haze, Hok saw the outlines of a hundred fallen monks. She was as power-less to help them now as she had been during the attack. She frowned, and continued on.Hok headed for Cangzhen's main gates and saw her former brother Ying just beyond them, his carved dragon face contorted into an angry scowl. Grand-master was with Ying, and so was her brother Fu. Hok watched as Ying cut Fu's cheek with his chain whip, then blasted a large hole clear through Grandmaster's upper body with a qiang.Hok shuddered and blinked, and Ying disappeared like mythical dragons were rumored to do. Fu ran away, and Grandmaster slumped to the ground.Behind her, Hok heard her youngest brother, Malao, giggle. She glanced back, but saw no sign of him. Instead, she caught a glimpse of a monkey demon dancing across a burning rooftop-What is going on? Hok wondered. She had had strange, vivid dreams before, but never one quite like this. Everything was so clear and so . . . violent.The images got worse.Hok saw Grandmaster suddenly stand, streams of smoke drifting in and out of the bloody hole in his chest. He glanced up at Hok soaring overhead, and his wrinkled bald head tumbled off his shoulders.Hok shuddered again. She had had enough. She wanted to wake up. She pinched herself-and felt it-but nothing changed. She was still gliding on smoky currents of air. She felt as if she were asleep and awake at the same time.Perhaps the smoke had something to do with it. If she could just get away from the smoke, maybe she could find a way to wake up. Hok glided beyond the tree line, skimming the treetops. She flew as low as possible, hoping that the drifting smoke would rise above her.She hadn't gotten very far into the forest when she passed over a large hollow tree and caught a glimpse of herself burying Grandmaster's headless body inside it. Curious, Hok landed on a nearby limb and watched herself finish the job, then drift off to sleep inside the tree.As Hok stared through the smoky darkness, she saw a soldier with the head of a mantis sneak into the tree hollow and sprinkle something over her sleeping face.She had been drugged. That was why she was having trouble waking up.With this realization came a dizzying sensation. Part of Hok's mind raced back to her lessons with Grandmaster concerning certain types of mushroom spores and different plant matter that, if inhaled, could put a person into a dreamlike fog for days on end. Hok grew certain that she was now only half-asleep, which meant that she was half-awake. She made a conscious effort to pull herself into the waking world, and the smoke around her began to thin.At the same time, Hok watched the soldier's impossible insect head in her dream. It transformed from that of a mantis into that of a man, and she recognized him. His name was Tonglong. He was Ying's number one soldier. Hok watched Tonglong lift her unconscious body and carry it out of the tree hollow.Hok spread her arms in her dream and leaped into the air, following Tonglong. She glanced down and saw that two soldiers were now carrying her unconscious body along a trail. She was bound and hanging from a pole like a trophy animal.Hok blinked and the scene below changed. She was now unbound, having a conversation in the forest with Fu, Malao, and a . . . tiger cub?Hok blinked again, and a stiff breeze rose out of nowhere. It whisked the remaining smoke away, and the images went with it.When the breeze stopped, Hok felt herself begin to tumble from the sky. She pinched herself again.This time, she opened her eyes.Hok found herself facedown on the muddy bank of a narrow stream. The earth was cool and moist, but the midday sun overhead warmed her bare feet and the back of her aching head. She raised her long, bony fingers to the top of her pounding temples and felt something she hadn't felt in years: hair. It was little more than stubble and caked with mud, but it was undeniable.How long have I been asleep? Hok wondered. Where am I?She lifted her head and her vision slowly gained focus. So did her other senses.Hok twitched. She wasn't alone."You've been drugged," a voice purred from overhead. "Let me help you."Hok looked into a nearby tree and her eyes widened. Lounging on a large limb was a lean bald man in an orange monk's robe. The man raised his bushy eyebrows and leaped to the ground with all the grace and nimbleness of a leopard. He approached Hok with smooth, confident strides."Dream Dust, I'm guessing," the man said. "If so, you'll be feeling the effects on and off for days. It's powerful stuff. It blurs the line between dreams and reality."Hok stared, unblinking, at the man. If she remembered her training correctly, Dream Dust was derived from the pods of poppy flowers. Powerful stuff, indeed."My name is Tsung," the man offered. "It's Mandarin for monk. A simple name for a simple man. I am from Shaolin Temple originally, but I live outside the temple now among regular folk. Hence, my name."; Title: Crane (The Five Ancestors, Book 4) | [
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13,060 | 0 | Jeff Stone practices the martial arts daily. He has worked as a photographer, an editor, a maintenance man, a technical writer, a ballroom dance instructor, a concert promoter, and a marketing director for companies that design schools, libraries, and skateboard parks. Like the heroes of The Five Ancestors series, Mr. Stone was adopted when he was an infant. He began searching for his birthmother when he was 18; he found her 15 years later. The author lives with his wife and two children in Carmel, IN.BANG!Sixteen-year-old Ying shoved his former sister, Hok, to the ground with all his might.He saw her eyes widen as a qiang ball whistled over her head. Yings carved face twisted into an angry scowl. How many times was he going to have to save her life tonight? He turned and slammed the door closed on the burning arena of the Jinan Fight Club.Inside the clubs main tunnel, Yings eyes quickly adjusted to the orange-yellow glow of torches lining the stone-walled corridor. He glanced down at Hok and, next to her, Seh. Through the smoke drifting in from under the door, Ying saw that Hok held a tiny jade crane in one hand and Malaos ornate monkey stick in the other. Both were trophies from her time in the pit arena.In his own hands, Ying held his long chain whip and a ring of keys hed just taken from LaoShu, the qiang-wielding fight club owner. LaoShu screamed suddenly on the other side of the door, and Ying heard roof timbers crash down. The ground and walls shook, and Ying knew that LaoShuthe Ratwould give them no more trouble.Ying spat and pivoted away from the door, ignoring the pain of cracked ribs and weeks-old bone bruises. The nagging injuries were his trophies, presented to him in prison by General Tsung almost a month before. Ying wrapped his chain whip around his waist and groaned. He grabbed the collar of Hoks dress, yanking her to her feet.Move! Ying hissed, pointing down the corridor. He looked at his former brother Seh. You too.Hok took a step forward, but Seh didnt react. He just stared at Ying, blank-faced. What is wrong with Seh? Ying wondered. He reached out to slap some sense into him, but Hok grabbed his arm.Seh is blind, Hok said. Not deaf. He had an accident.Blind?Ying said. Leave him, then. Hok shook her head.No.Ying shrugged. Suit yourself. He spun around and walked quickly down the tunnel corridor, the rough cotton robe of his Pit Cleaner disguise chafing his beaten flesh.Ying, wait, Hok said. She took Seh by the arm and hurried after Ying. Ying slowed for a moment, scanning the corridor. He saw no sign of guards ahead. They must have cleared out after the fire began. Ying glanced back and saw Hok and Seh catching up. They looked like a pair of children whose dress-up tea party had ended in a fistfight. Hoks elegant silk dress was torn in several places and bloodstained from her fierce battle with General Tsung in the pit arena. Sehs simple gray robe was covered in dirt and splotches of who knows what else from rolling along the pitarena floor en route to this tunnel. Ying began to walk again. Hok and Seh remained on his tail.Why are you helping us?Hok soon asked in a low voice.You got me out of that prison back in Kaifeng,Ying replied. I am returning the favor.You already met your end of our bargain,Hok said.You gave me information that helped me find Malao.Ying scoffed.Maybe you would consider information an equal trade for someones life, but I do not. My injuries were too great for me to have survived much longer there.You saved my life, and I am honor-bound to return the favor.But how did you know we would be here in Jinan, at the fight club?Hok asked. I didnt come to Jinan looking for you, Ying replied. I came looking for Tonglong. I have a score to settle with him, and he frequents the fight clubs. I saw you and Seh standing in line outside with the round eye. I assumed you were up to something, and also assumed you would fail. I saw this as an opportunity to repay my debt.Ying rounded a corner. Ahead of him were rows of holding cells for prisoners who were scheduled to fight that night. All of the cells were empty save two. Inside one sat Fu. Malao was in the other.Fu roared when he saw Ying, but Malao began to shriek, Ying! Ying!One of Malaos shoulders was bloodstained, and he had a huge lump on the side of his head. Ying ignored him.What are you doing here? Malao asked. Are those keys in your hand?Ying hurried past without acknowledging him. He picked up his pace.Ying, wait!Malao wailed. Come back! Ying glanced over his shoulder and saw Hok heading toward the cells with Seh.Hok! Hok!Malao shrieked. Help us!Fu roared again.Ying! Hok said. Please come back. Malao is hurt.We need those keys.Sorry, Ying said, turning away. I need the keys for the exit door.Let them out first,Hok said. No, Ying said. There are too many keys on this ring. By the time I figure out which ones will open their cells, we could be dead from smoke or something else. I wont risk it.I am not leaving here without Fu and Malao,Hok said.Then my debt has been repaid,Ying said. Goodbye.Ying rounded another corner and began to run. Foolish children, he thought. Dont know when to cut their losses.Ying reached the end of the next passageway and came to a halt. The tunnel split in two directions. One way led to a set of stairs that went up to the fight club, while the other corridor sloped gently upward toward a ground-level exit door. If he were to encounter any guards or others fleeing the burning fight club, this would be the place.Ying squeezed the key ring tight so it wouldnt jingle and peered around the corner. Smoke was streaming toward the exit. That meant the exit door was open, sucking the smoke toward it.Ying listened closely.Down the corridor in the direction of the exit, he heard footsteps. Someone coughed. 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13,062 | 4 | In the early 1940s, a loving father crafted a small blue wooden engine for his son, Christopher. The stories that this father, Reverend W. Awdry, made up to accompany this wonderful toy were first published in 1945. He continued to create new adventures and characters until 1972, when he retired from writing. Reverend Awdry died in 1997 at the age of 85.Richard Courtneyis a published illustrator known for his colorful work in the childrens book seriesThomas & Friends.; Title: Calling All Engines! (Thomas & Friends) | [
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13,063 | 0 | Batter up! Its 1919 and baseball is in trouble! All across the country, people are throwing down their bats, and giving up Americas national pastime. Its up to Babe Ruth to win back fans and save baseball! Can he do it, or will he strike out?Frank Murphy has taught a wide variety grades at the elementary and middle school level. A popular speaker, Murphy is the author of many fun historical fiction books for young readers. He lives in Holland, PA.Richard Walz is the illustrator of many humorous historical Step into Readings. He lives in Northhampton, MA.; Title: Babe Ruth Saves Baseball! (Step into Reading 3) | [
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13,064 | 15 | 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.From the Hardcover edition.CHAPTER ONE The Last Unicorn The November sky was gray with clouds. Jack sat reading in front of the living room fire. Who wants hot chocolate? his dad called from the kitchen. Me, please! said Jack. The front door burst open, and with a gust of cold wind, Annie rushed inside. Jack! Guess what! she whispered. Its back! How do you know? said Jack. I was walking home from the library Annie paused to catch her breathand I saw a flash in the sky above the woods. The last time that happened Before she could finish the sentence, Jack jumped up. Dad, Annie and I are going to go outside for a while! he shouted. Can the hot chocolate wait till we get back? Sure, have fun! their dad called from the kitchen. I have to get my pack, Jack said to Annie. Meet you on the porch. Dont forget the rhyme book! said Annie. Annie slipped outside and Jack ran up to his room. He grabbed his backpack. He checked to make sure their book of magic rhymes was inside. Good, there it was. Jack charged back downstairs. He pulled on his boots, put on his jacket, tied a scarf around his neck, grabbed his mittens, and headed out the door. Come on! said Annie. Jack could see his breath in the cold air. Brrr, he said. Lets hurry! Jack and Annie ran down the street and into the Frog Creek woods. They wove between the trees, their boots crunching through the fallen leaves. Jack stopped. The magic tree house was back. High in a tall oak tree, it was silhouetted against the gray November sky. You were right, he said to Annie. Good work. Thanks, Annie said. She ran to the rope ladder and started up. Jack followed her. When they climbed inside the tree house, Jack and Annie saw a book and a scroll of parchment paper lying on the floor. Annie picked up the scroll, unrolled it, and read aloud. Dear Jack and Annie of Frog Creek, I am sending you on one more mission to prove that you can use magic wisely. This poem will guide you. M. The very last unicorn Is now hidden well By those who have put him Under a spell. Four centuries, four decades From that afternoon, At the end of November, Before the blue moon, He will wake once more And be free to go home If you call out his name: Divine Flower of Rome. You must coax him to stand Once his name is spoken. His chain will break And the spell, too, be broken. Then a young girl must love him And show him the way, Lest he be trapped forever On public display. If he loses this chance To rise and depart, All magic will fade From his horn and his heart. A unicorn! breathed Annie. I love him already. Ill show him the way! But this poem is really hard to understand, said Jack. What kind of research book did Morgan send us? He picked up the book that had been left for them by Morgan le Fay, the librarian of Camelot. The cover showed a row of skyscrapers. The title was New York City Guide Book, 1938. New York City? said Annie. I love New York City! Remember the great time we had there with Aunt Mallory? Yeah, I love it, too, said Jack. But why would there be a unicorn in New York City in 1938? A unicorn is an ancient fantasy creature. New York Citys a real place, and 1938 is not even that long ago. Youre right, said Annie. It sounds like a hard mission. But dont forget we have Teddy and Kathleens magic rhymes to help us. Yeah, said Jack. He pulled out the book given to them by their friends Teddy and Kathleen, two young enchanters of Camelot. The problem is, we can only use each rhyme once, and weve already used seven out of the ten. Which means we still have three left, said Annie. What are they? Pull a Cloud from the Sky, said Jack. Cool, said Annie. Yeah, it is, said Jack. But Im not sure it will be much use. He looked back at the book. Find a Treasure You Must Never Lose, he said. Hey, thats a really good one! said Annie. The unicorns a treasure. So that rhyme could take care of our whole mission. But it only partly fits, said Jack. You could call the unicorn a treasure. But once we find him, we have to lose him. He has to go back home. Oh, right... , said Annie. What else? Your favorite, said Jack. Turn into Ducks. Annie laughed. I cant wait to use that one! she said. I hope we never use that one, said Jack. He didnt want to waddle around and quack like a duck. These leftover rhymes dont seem very helpful to me. Well, lets just wait and see, said Annie. But now . . . She held up Morgans research book and smiled. Jack nodded. New York City, here we come, he said. He pointed at the books cover. I wish we could go there! The wind started to blow. The tree house started to spin. It spun faster and faster. Then everything was still. Absolutely still.; Title: Blizzard of the Blue Moon | [
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13,065 | 16 | THE BUG CRAWLS UP. The bug crawls down. . . . My umbrella goes up when the rain comes down. Mary Blairs bright, whimsical artwork captures the wonderment of children exploring their world. Sturdy board pages will let children enjoy this classic again and again.Mary Blair is best known for her joyful, vibrant style as found in such childrens book favorites as I Can Fly, and in the Disney film classics Alice in Wonderland and Peter Pan.; Title: The Up and Down Book (Golden Books) | [
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13,066 | 2 | Elmo tells Toddlers all about love--of family, friends, pets, and favorite things. This warm and fuzzy lift-the-flap book offers both the serious explanations and the humor that are the hallmark of the Elmo's World series on "Sesame Street. Perfect for Valentine's Day!Kara McMahon has written many childrens books, including the Sesame Street titles Big Enough for a Bike, Squeaky Clean (All About Hygiene), and Just the Way You Are. She lives in New York City with her husband, Bryan, and their cats, Friday and Cindy Lou Who.Mary Beth Nelson is an illustrator of children's books. She is a frequent contributor to Sesame Street books and Elmo's World Books.; Title: Elmo's World: Love! (Sesame Street) (Sesame Street(R) Elmos World(TM)) | [
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13,067 | 2 | Prepare to be magnetized by the Koala Brothers! This interactive playbook comes with 8 magnetic pages and 8 thick and sturdy magnetic play pieces that are mounted on foam for added fun! Every page shows how Frank and Buster help a friend in need and allows the reader to play along by adding the magnetic characters to each scene.; Title: Help Is on Its Way! (Koala Brothers) | [
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13,068 | 2 | Grade 3-6 - In this fourth installment in the series, fifth grader and avid diary writer Melanie Martin copes with problems at home in New York City. She thought that she and Cecily would be BFF, or Best Friends Forever, but now a new girl has moved in and seemingly wants to steal Cecily away. To complicate things, boys are starting to enter the picture. Melanie is having an online romance with Miguel, whom she met in Spain, but her classmate Justin has caught her eye as well. Things really start to get messy when Miguel announces he and his uncle are coming to New York to visit Melanie and her family. The protagonist struggles to balance her friendship with Cecily and to tolerate Suze, juggle her romances with Miguel and Justin, and act as a Manhattan tour guide. The diary format is appealing and Weston does an effective job of conveying typical preteen conflicts and concerns. Fans of the earlier books will appreciate this one. - Heather Ulesoo, New York Public Library Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.For once, Mel is spending her vacation on her home turfManhattan! But shes not alone. Miguel, the cute boy she met in Spain, is visiting New York, and this time Mel gets to be his tour guide. From the Empire State Building to the Statue of Liberty, from the Central Park Zoo to the Brooklyn Bridge, Mel and Miguel are off on their own adventures. Butuh-oh!Mel also meets a boy in math class. And while she is learning lots about the Big Apple, she is also learning its harder than you think to like two guys at one time.; Title: Melanie in Manhattan (Melanie Martin Novels) | [
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13,069 | 0 | JEFF STONE lives in the Midwest with his wife, their two children, and a python named Yokwan (Cantonese for "Jade Bangle"). Jeff holds a black belt in Shaolin-Do kung fu. He had the honor of traveling to China with the Shaolin-Do grand master and test for his black belt at Shaolin Temple.Chapter 1 Thirteen-year-old Long limped along the Shanghai Fight Club tunnel, a river of blood flowing down his right thigh, the weight of a nation on his shoulders. He glanced at the crimson liquid oozing from his bandaged leg, and the steady stream leaking from his upper left arm. So much for winning the Fight Club Grand Championship. Previous champions had earned themselves prime positions within the Emperors military ranks. Long had earned himself a target on his head. Balanced across Longs powerful shoulders was the unconscious giant of a man known as Xiethe Scorpion. Xie had been the Emperors personal bodyguard, but as of a quarter of an hour ago, he was, like Long, a fugitive. Long had to keep moving. Soldiers would surely be racing after them, following the directions of the new Southern WarlordTonglong, the Mantis. However, Long had no time to consider them or their whereabouts. He had a more pressing matter to deal with. He needed to lower his pulse. If he kept going at this pace, his racing heart would soon pump his body dry. Longthe Dragonbegan a breathing sequence that would decrease his heart rate in order to slow his blood flow. Two short breaths in, one long one out. He felt a difference immediately. He continued along the tunnels dirt floor, but a stirring sensation in his dan tienhis chi centerbrought a sudden sense of dread. His lower abdomen began to warm and his intestines started writhing like a ball of snakes. Someone was coming. Golden Dragon? a tiny voice whispered from down the dark corridor behind him. Long? Are you there? Long stopped and frowned. It was ShaoShuLittle Mouse. ShaoShu had used Longs fight club name: Golden Dragon. Long turned and watched the small boy with the unusually limber body scamper toward him from the direction he had come from. Turn back, ShaoShu, Long whispered. Return to Tonglong. You will not be safe with me. I dont care, ShaoShu replied. I want to help. Youre injured and Hey! he squeaked, pointing at Xie. Xie is alive! His arm just moved. How can that be? I watched Tonglong shoot him in the chest. Xie is wearing battle armor beneath his robe, Long said. The shock from Tonglongs bullet just knocked him out. He probably has a cracked rib or two, but thats it. He should be fine once he wakes up. ShaoShu stared at Longs bulging arms and thick chest. Youre carrying him and battle armor? Youre barely a man. How did you get so strong? Exercise, Long replied. Now shoo. But I can help, ShaoShu said. Did you see what happened back there with the Emperor and Tonglong? You cant do this alone. I saw, Long said. Tonglong killed Xies fatherthe Western Warlord. He also killed his own mother, AnGangseh. Hes crazy, but he has managed to put himself in a position to kidnap the Emperor, and that makes him dangerous and powerful. Crazy is right, ShaoShu said. He will kill you, too, if youre caught. Why are you carrying Xie around? Just leave him. Hes always been mean to you. If my temple brothers and sisters are to have any chance of stopping Tonglong from taking over the country, we are going to need Xies help. He is still a very powerful man. In fact, he is the Western Warlord now. He Long stopped in midsentence as he saw ShaoShus body go rigid and his nose twitch. Uh-oh, ShaoShu said. Long focused his attention down the dark fight club tunnel beyond ShaoShu, and his dan tien began to twist and turn. More people were coming. Listen, Long whispered to ShaoShu. You must either return to Tonglong right now or escape on your own. You cant stay with me. What are you going to do? I will get Xie to safety, then I will rendezvous with my brothers and sister far to the north. Now go. Long whirled around to leave, but his foot slipped in a pool of his own blood. He lost his balance, and Xies gigantic body shifted across his shoulders, dragging him to one side. His injured leg collapsed, and he went down. Xies head bounced off the tunnel wall, the impact waking him instantly. Xie sat up, fully alert, like a seasoned fighter who had been knocked out only to wake up swinging. What is going on? Xie demanded, staggering to his feet. He tottered, then centered himself and stood solid as a mountain. He rubbed his head with one hand and felt the dent in his chest plate with the other. Were being hunted, Long said. He watched as first recognition and then memory flowed behind Xies eyes. Xie growled and glared back up the tunnel. Long spun around to see two soldiers approaching, one tall and one short. Each held a cocked pistol. The soldiers stopped just out of Longs and Xies reach. The taller of the two cleared his throat. Our apologies, sir, the taller soldier said to Xie, but you are under arrest. Southern Warlord Tonglong has ordered us to capture you, as well as Golden Dragon. Both of you, please come with us and maintain a reasonable distance. Our orders are to take you dead or alive. We will not hesitate to shoot either of you if you come too close or attempt to flee. Longs heart sank. In a traditional scuffle they might stand a chance, but against firearms combined with a short distance, all the kung fu skills on the planet would not help. He looked over to see ShaoShus reaction, but ShaoShu was gone.From the Hardcover edition.; Title: The Five Ancestors Book 7: Dragon | [
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13,070 | 0 | ...Another excellent introductory book for the young reader in your house. -- Dino Russ's Lair--dinoruss.org...an excellent introduction for young readers. -- Natural History Magazine, May 2005Dinosaurs! follows the evolution of these spectacular creatures from their earliest beginnings as little fellows who had to evade attacks from giant croc relatives to today's living dinosaurs.; Title: Dinosaurs! (Pictureback(R)) | [
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13,071 | 0 | There are two kinds of people in the world, those who read Trixie and those who dont. Which are you?Merrilee Wilkerson, Book People, Austin, TXParents, be warned: Nostalgic feelings may draw you in, causing a tussle over whos going to read first.The Dallas Morning NewsFrom the Hardcover edition.Spunky tomboy Trixie Belden cant stay out of trouble . . . or stay away from mysteries! And now Trixies first three adventures are available in a boxed set of the retro books with Julie Campbells text from the 1940s editions and Mary Stevenss original line drawings. After all, who can resist tomboy Trixie; her rich best friend, Honey; and their adventures with a runaway kid in a misers mansion, a stolen red trailer, and a lost diamond in an rickety old gatehouse?This younger girl detective is full of spunk and fun. . . . Your readers will be hooked. These stories are set in the 40s when kids had plenty of time and freedom to explore old mansions and neighborhood mysteries.The Seattle TimesParents, be warned: Nostalgic feelings may draw you in, causing a tussle over whos going to read first.The Dallas Morning News; Title: The Secret of the Mansion / The Red Trailer Mystery / The Gatehouse Mystery (Trixie Belden) | [
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13,072 | 0 | Thomas is taking the judge to the train show! He speeds up a hill, across a ridge, through a tunnel, and over a bridge. But as soon as Thomas starts to go fast--"screech!--he has to slow down. A goat is in the way, the wind is pushing him back, the tunnel is very dark, and logs are on the track! As soon as Thomas gets past each delay, he gets to go fast--at last! But will they reach the show on time? Go, Thomas, go!In the early 1940s, a loving father crafted a small blue wooden engine for his son, Christopher. The stories that this father, Reverend W. Awdry, made up to accompany this wonderful toy were first published in 1945. He continued to create new adventures and characters until 1972, when he retired from writing. Reverend Awdry died in 1997 at the age of 85.Tommy Stubbs is an illustrator. His works include The Birthday Express!, A Crack in the Track, and Blue Mountain Mystery.      Elizabeth Terrill is the author of children’s books. Her credits include Get Those Puppies!, Simba’s Jungle Hunt, and Thomas & Friends: Go, Train, Go!; Title: Thomas & Friends: Go, Train, Go! (Thomas & Friends) (Beginner Books(R)) | [
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13,073 | 0 | PreSchool-Grade 2-Two lovable dogs are good friends, although they are very different. Fred is tall and rather bumbling; Ted is short and more capable. When they go camping, they often have their own preferences and ways of doing things. Each one allows the other to have his own way without commenting or teasing, despite Fred's usual misjudgment and clumsiness. All in all, the pals enjoy the various activities commonly pursued on such outings: pitching a tent; canoeing and fishing; and finding, cooking, and eating apples, berries, and nuts. Continuing the legacy of his father, Eastman has created an appealing picture book for new readers. The colorful, cartoon illustrations accurately depict the action and emotion of the simple text. A readable, fun-filled book.-Lynda Ritterman, Atco Elementary School, Waterford, NJ Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Fred and Ted--beloved canine stars of P. D. Eastman's "Big Dog . . . Little Dog--are back in an all-new Beginner Book written and illustrated by P. D.'s son, Peter Eastman! In this story Fred and Ted go camping, and as usual, their uniquely different approaches to doing things (such as packing equipment, setting up camp, and fishing techniques) have humorous--and sometimes surprising--results. A charming introduction to opposites that beginner readers will find "ruff to put down!; Title: Fred and Ted Go Camping (Beginner Books(R)) | [
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13,074 | 6 | Review, The New York Times Book Review, November 11, 2007:"The book includes a wonderful selection of archival photos and artwork that convey the depth and breadth of the creative talent working there in those early years."Starred Review, School Library Journal, December 2007:"This winning combination of nostalgia and clear-eyed, meticulously researched history breaks new ground, and should have broad appeal."LEONARD MARCUS is one of the world's most respected historians of children's books and the people who create them. His own award-winning books include Margaret Wise Brown: Awakened by the Moon and Dear Genius: The Letters of Ursula Nordstrom. A frequent contributor to the New York Times Book Review and Horn Book Magazine, Marcus has been featured on NPR's All Things Considered, ABC's Good Morning America, and BBC Radio 4. He is a founding trustee of the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art and is the curator of landmark exhibitions at the New York Public Library and elsewhere. He teaches at New York University and the School of Visual Arts, and lectures about his work throughout the world. Marcus holds degrees in history from Yale, and poetry from the University of Iowa Graduate Writers Workshop. Visit him at leonardmarcus.com.; Title: Golden Legacy: The Story of Golden Books (Deluxe Golden Book) | [
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13,075 | 0 | Merlin has asked Jack and Annie to help on another Merlin Mission. This time they head back into history to Venice, Italy, in the 1700s. With the help of some new friends, a research book, and a mysterious rhyme from Merlin, the heroes will save the beautiful city from a flood! Yet another Magic Tree House book that will engage kids with history, magic, and nonstop action from beginning to end.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.From the Hardcover edition.; Title: Carnival at Candlelight | [
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13,076 | 16 | 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: Animal ABC (Big Little Golden Book) | [
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13,077 | 13 | Barbie is a swan. She is a doll come to life. When she is dancing, Barbie can be anything! Little girls will leap through this simple Step 1 beginning reader. Ballet is a perfect fit for Barbie fans, and Step into Reading is a perfect fit for Barbie!Apple Jordan is the author of several books for children, including the Barbie Step 1 BooksSchool Days and On Your Toes.She lives in Buffalo, New York.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: Barbie: On Your Toes (Barbie) (Step into Reading) | [
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13,078 | 13 | Grade 1–5—The rural Alabama community of Gee's Bend is widely recognized for its unique quilts. Although the women have been quilting for over a century, their work was unknown until art historian William Arnett discovered it about 20 years ago. Stitchin' and Pullin' is the modern-day story of Baby Girl, who grows from a child playing beneath her elders' quilting frame to becoming a member of the intergenerational circle, piecing together her first quilt. McKissack's free-verse narrative shares the rich heritage of the Gee's Bend artisans as Baby Girl selects the fabrics that have significance to her and her family and finds the "heart" of her quilt. She speaks about the meaning of colors and patterns and what they bring to a quilt. The story is full of love and spirit. Cabrera's acrylic paintings depict the richness of tradition and strength of character as connections are made between fabric and history. Readers will enjoy the slow cadence of verse as they pause to consider history through the eyes of the people who lived it and the legacy that is passed on to the next generation.—Lisa Glasscock, Columbine Public Library, Littleton, CO Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.In stirring free verse, a young African American girl in rural Gees Bend, Alabama, describes how shelearns fromher mama, grandma, and great-gran to quilt, using the old way / all by hand / nothing wasted. As she plans her first project, she remembers her mama saying, Cloth has memory, and she chooses swatches from loved ones clothing: the corduroy pants her uncle wore to vote for the first time; the dark blue work shirt that reminds her ofhow hard Daddy has worked. She also sweeps through African American history and finds ways to honor her heroes: I sew / a spotless white patch for / the hope Dr. Martin Luther King / brought. Cabrera is a quilter, and her folk-art paintings shine best in the dynamic re-creations of the beautiful fabric patterns, which have been exhibited in museums around the world. Both words and images glow with the love, creativity, and strength thatare shared among the generations, and an authors note and an introduction by an art historian fill in more specifics about the rare community and its rich tradition. Grades 3-5. --Gillian Engberg; Title: Stitchin' and Pullin': A Gee's Bend Quilt (Picture Book) | [
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13,079 | 2 | 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'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: Tsunamis and Other Natural Disasters: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #28: High Tide in Hawaii | [
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13,080 | 18 | Grade 14Fans of The Wizard of Oz will find plenty of enchantment in this thoughtful, brightly illustrated narrative. From his childhood at his parents' estate, with its "rosebushes in glimmering-jewel colors," to his various careers as journalist, playwright, chicken expert, window dresser (including his creative display of hardware fashioned into a tin man), store owner, newspaper editor, and family storyteller, Krull magically interweaves the origins of Baum's characters and themes that would appear in his "modern American fairy tales." The "Oz" books were his only true success, but they did not result in a fairy-tale ending for the Baum family. With sympathy for her subject, Krull tactfully notes Baum's lack of aptitude for business affairs and his eventual declaration of bankruptcy. Hawkes's merry paintings of the author and his characters invoke the magic of Oz within the great author's real-world setting. The Road to Oz will provide students with an inspiring introduction to Baum's life.Jayne Damron, Farmington Community Library, MI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Despite the enduring popularity of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, there are few titles about L. Frank Baum published for youth. Krulls new picture-book biography, then, is particularly welcome, and it displaysKrulls usual stylisticstrengths: a conversational tone, well-integrated facts, vivid anecdotes, and sly asides that encourage children to find the human qualities in a historical figure. Beginning with Baums pampered youth, Krull moves forward through his early adult years, when he flailed in a variety of jobs before finally writing his famous first book about Oz,which he based on bedtime stories hecreated for his children. Krull gives a balanced account, emphasizing Baums creative gifts and his talents for nurturing his family while frankly referencing his less-admirable traits, such as his prejudice against Native Americans. Hawkes ink-and-acrylic illustrations are uneven, with some figures appearing blurred and hurriedly rendered, but the brightly colored compositions do support the sense of Baum as a multifaceted, fascinating individual. An authors note, sources, and a list of Baumsworks conclude this entertaining, lively portrait. Grades 2-5. --Gillian Engberg; Title: The Road to Oz: Twists, Turns, Bumps, and Triumphs in the Life of L. Frank Baum | [
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13,081 | 1 | PreSAfter seeing some baby ducks on a farm, Harry and his bucketful of tiny, live dinosaurs (well, live to Harry anyway) wish for a duckling for Christmas, but they are enthralled by the baby Pterodactyl they receive instead. The story is very slim, and the cartoon creatures are rounded and cute almost to the point of unrecognizability, but very young dinophiles will probably like it anyway.E. M. Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.o Mr. Oakleys farm, Harry and the Dinosaurs meet a bunch of little ducklings and decide that a pet duckling would be the perfect thing to ask for for Christmas. As the holidays approach, the excitement builds as to whether or not there will be a new pet on Christmas morning. And sure enough, there is a new pet . . . but it isnt a duckling!Praise for Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs:Humorous illustrations show the dinosaurs coming to life for Harry in this charming story.Publishers Weekly; Title: Harry and the Dinosaurs Make a Christmas Wish | [
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13,082 | 18 | 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: Pilgrims: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #27: Thanksgiving on Thursday | [
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13,083 | 0 | Monica Kulling has published many books for children, including a number of our Step into Reading titles. She lives in Toronto, Ontario.Richard Walz is the illustrator of many popular SiRs including Babe Ruth Saves Baseball and Ben Franklin and the Magic Squares.; Title: Listen Up!: Alexander Graham Bell's Talking Machine (Step into Reading) | [
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13,084 | 13 | For years, Raffi has been one of North Americas most successful childrens recording artists. His live performances, award-winning CDs, concert videos, and DVDs have made him our premier family entertainer. His most recent CD is Lets Play. Raffi lives in Vancouver, BC.Stacey Schuett has both written and illustrated many wonderful, critically acclaimed picture books. The illustrator lives in northern California.From the Hardcover edition.; Title: This Little Light of Mine | [
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13,085 | 13 | ALL ABOARD! This Seussian, train-shaped board book with big, bold flaps lets babies and toddlers engage in a rollicking game of Lift the Flap. Sturdy board pages and an accordion binding lets the fun unfold and makes the perfect nursery room decoration.THEODOR SEUSS GEISEL—aka Dr. Seuss—is one of the most beloved children’s book authors of all time. From The Cat in the Hat to Oh, the Places You’ll Go!, his iconic characters, stories, and art style have been a lasting influence on generations of children and adults. The books he wrote and illustrated under the name Dr. Seuss (and others that he wrote but did not illustrate, including some under the pseudonyms Theo. LeSieg and Rosetta Stone) have been translated into thirty languages. Hundreds of millions of copies have found their way into homes and hearts around the world. Dr. Seuss’s long list of awards includes Caldecott Honors for McElligot’s Pool, If I Ran the Zoo, and Bartholomew and the Oobleck, the Pulitzer Prize, and eight honorary doctorates. Works based on his original stories have won three Oscars, three Emmys, three Grammys, and a Peabody.From the Hardcover edition.; Title: All Aboard the Circus McGurkus (Dr. Seuss Nursery Collection) | [
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13,086 | 7 | When teenagers Lina Mayfleet and Doon Harrow lead their people up out of the Earth, fleeing their dying underground city of Ember, everything is new and a little frightening to the refugees--the sun and the moon, birds, trees, fireand the people of Ember are strange to the 322 citizens of Sparks, one of the few towns on Earth to survive the time of The Disaster. How can they feed and house the 400 Emberites, the leaders of Sparks wonder, when they have just begun to be able to feed themselves comfortably? But if they dont, these underground people with no survival skills will surely die in the wastelands. They take them in as best they can, but grumbling and bad feeling grows on both sides. Lina returns from a failed search for her persistent vision of a city of light to find the town, egged on by the power-hungry young thug Tick, once again at the point of war, forgetting how the Earth has been destroyed before. But Lina has seen the devastation left by The Disaster, and so she risks a brave move of reconciliation, and when Doon exposes Ticks trickery, the two sides join as the new people of Sparks.In this exciting and solidly constructed sequel to The City of Ember, Jeanne DuPrau moves the story on entrancingly, bringing along her cast of characters from underground and adding new dimensions and relationships as the action escalates to a satisfying conclusion that still allows for further volumes in this fine fantasy. (Ages 10 to 14) --Patty CampbellGrade 4 9-In this sequel to The City of Ember (Random, 2003), DuPrau continues the adventures of Lina and Doon, who have led the 400 residents from the underground city of Ember to the unfamiliar world above. The refugees are tentatively welcomed, housed, and fed by the people of Sparks, located near the wasteland left by the long-ago Disaster that destroyed most of civilization. Conflicts arise between the two groups, mainly due to the differences between the sheltered, electric-powered life in Ember and the low-tech, farming-based existence in Sparks. As conflicts and violence escalate, Lina explores the wasteland and Doon finds himself caught up in the rhetoric of the militaristic and charismatic Tick. A dramatic conclusion brings the characters together and gives hope for the future of both groups, resolving the current conflicts but leaving room for future adventures. While remaining true to her characters and the building tension of the story, DuPrau clearly explores themes of nonviolence and when to stand up for oneself. The text smoothly involves new readers and fans of the first story, creating a range of three-dimensional characters in both the Ember and Sparks groups. While less gritty and mechanical than Philip Reeve's Mortal Engines (HarperCollins, 2003), and more interpersonal than Lois Lowry's The Giver (1993) and Gathering Blue (2000, both Houghton), this title will hold a similar appeal for readers who enjoy speculative fiction. This novel will make them stop and think, and its immediacy and drive make it a good choice for even reluctant readers.Beth L. Meister, Yeshiva of Central Queens, Flushing, NYCopyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: The People of Sparks (Ember, Book 2) | [
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13,087 | 0 | Starred Review. Grade 5-8Sallie March, 11, devotee of dime novels, narrates this rollicking Wild West adventure. The irrepressible tomboy and her ladylike older sister, Maude, have been living in Cedar Rapids with their stern Aunt Ruthie since their parents died. When she is shot dead by a random bullet, Reverend Peasley takes the girls in, but works them like servants. Then grandfatherly Mr. Wilburn proposes to Maude, and it's the last straw. The sisters take two horses and head to Independence, MO, in hopes of finding their uncle. They disguise themselves as boys and begin to live as dime-novel heroes, hooking up with Marion Hardly, aka Joe Harden (the Joe Harden, of the dimer series?), who is also their aunt's killer. Although the girls' intentions are never bad, they end up in the midst of a bank robbery and committing murder. The newspapers are full of news of Mad Maude March, gone crazy with grief. All ends well as they make it to Missouri, where everyone has a reputation anyway. Sallie's narration is delightful, with understatements that are laugh-out-loud hilarious. While this novel at first seems a departure for Couloumbis, there are many similarities to Getting Near to Baby (1999) and Say Yes (2002, both Putnam). Her strong females are memorable, largely due to her perfect pitch in conveying their unique voices. Hard to put down, and a fun read-aloud.Connie Tyrrell Burns, Mahoney Middle School, South Portland, ME Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Audrey Couloumbis was born in Illinois. Her first book for children, Getting Near to Baby, won the Newbery Honor in 2000. Couloumbis is also the author of Say Yes (2002), an IRA Childrens Honor Book and a Bulletin Blue Ribbon Award winner. Before becoming a full-time writer, she worked as a housekeeper, a sweater designer, and a school custodian. Today she lives in upstate New York and Florida with her husband, Akilla, and their dog, Phoebe. They have two grown children.; Title: The Misadventures of Maude March | [
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13,088 | 1 | Elmo is very excited when he finds a nest full of baby ducks--until the duckies assume Elmo is their mommy! Will Elmo be able to help the ducklings find their real mother? Or will Elmo's ducky day last forever?From the Trade Paperback edition.; Title: Elmo's Ducky Day (Sesame Street: Big Bird's Favorites Board Books) | [
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13,089 | 1 | Danny Tepper is an award-winning writer, director, and producer in television broadcasting whose clients include VH1, the Disney Channel, Comedy Central, CBS, and USA, among others. The author lives in Wilton, CT.Valeria Petrone is the fun and fabulous illustrator of several Step into Reading books such as, The Pup Speaks Up; Ducks in Muck; Say Cheese!; and the Little Golden Book, The Boy and the Tigers.; Title: Look Who's Talking! On the Farm | [
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13,090 | 1 | PreSchool-Grade 1Children are invited to guess what game is featured from an illustration showing a kitten holding a ball and standing on an outdoor playing field. Turning the die-cut pages reveals the answer along with a picture inventory of related athletic gear: This is my soccer shirt, These are my basketball shorts, These are my baseball socks. All of the items can be found in the brightly colored cartoon art. A positive statement, such as And this is me scoring a touchdown!, frames each of the five action scenes. The book ends with the teammates playing a friendly game of catch. Reproducible paper-doll patterns extend the interactive fun. A winning title for young sports enthusiasts.Linda Ludke, London Public Library, Ontario, Canada Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: Play Ball With Me | [
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13,091 | 0 | A fun collection of more than 30 original poems featuring 35 "different friends from the Island of Sodor. Travel all over the island, at all times of year in this wonderful first book of poems with the Thomas touch.R. Schuyler Hooke is an author of children’s literature, including books for the Thomas & Friends and Harry and His Bucket Full of Dinosaurs series.Richard Courtney is a published illustrator known for his colorful work in the children’s book series Thomas & Friends.; Title: Railway Rhymes (Thomas & Friends) | [
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13,092 | 1 | Elmo and Ernie count zoo animals from 1 to 10. Starting with 1 elephant, 2 tigers, 3 penguins, and so on, the animals proceed across the pages and come together in a final spread crowded with a colorful cast of creatures-with plenty of fur and feathers for all!This sturdy board book with a padded cover is the perfect small size for young children yet big enough to offer plenty of room on the pages for engaging texts and illustrations.Naomi Kleinberg is a childrens book editor and the author of many childrens books. She lives in New York City in an apartment so filled with books that theres barely enough room for her family. By odd coincidence, her favorite foodsapples, avocados, and arugulaall begin with the letter A.Christopher Moroney has illustrated many Sesame Street books, including the popular Sesame Beginnings series.; Title: 1, 2, 3 Count with Me (Sesame Street) | [
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13,093 | 1 | Elmo and Ernie take a trip through the alphabet by introducing a menagerie of animals, one for each of the 26 letters, with illustrations in a bright, graphic cut-paper style.These sturdy board books with padded covers are the perfect small size for young children yet big enough to offer plenty of room on the pages for engaging texts and illustrations.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.Christopher Moroney has illustrated many Sesame Street books, including the popular Sesame Beginnings series.; Title: Animal Alphabet (Sesame Street) (Sesame Street Start-To-Read Books) | [
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13,094 | 2 | Sally Lucas has written three books about the Dancing Dinos: Dancing Dinos, Dancing Dinos Go to School, and Dancing Dinos at the Beach. You can visit Sally online at sallylucas.com; Title: Dancing Dinos Go to School (Step into Reading) | [
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13,095 | 1 | Lucy Bate was a childrens book writer and accomplished playwright.Diane deGroat is the illustrator of more than 120 books, including those she has written for her own series. Little Rabbits Loose Tooth was the very first book she illustrated, and it remains one of her favorites.From the Trade Paperback edition.; Title: Little Rabbit's Loose Tooth | [
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13,096 | 2 | Little Sammy and his friends are having one spooky Halloween! They bob for apples, eat scary shaped Halloween cookies, and go trick-or-treating for other spooky treats. Children will love to read--and smell--all The Spooky Smells of Halloween.Mary Man-Kong is achildrens bookeditor and author living in New York City. When she's notediting orwriting, she loves travelingwith her amazing family on awesomeadventures.Viviana Garofoli was born in Buenos Aires. She received her degree in fine arts in 1994 from the Prilidiano Pueyrredon School. Her first drawings were published that same year. Her illustrated works for Penguin Random House include Ducks Go Vroom; Hello Ma, Its Me!; Ma! Theres Nothing to Do Here!; My Little Golden Book About Abraham Lincoln; My Little Golden Book About George Washington; and My Little Golden Book About the Statue of Liberty. She lives in Buenos Aires with her husband and two daughters.; Title: The Spooky Smells of Halloween (Scented Storybook) | [
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13,097 | 13 | Marc Chagall claims he never saw a drawing until age 16, when a classmate sat tracing a magazine picture. Kimmel uses Chagall's memory as the basis for his own story in which a younger Marc first encounters art. After a brief stint of tracing, he begins drawing original pictures, all the while pondering the difference between copying and drawing, the meaning of art, and eventually, the role of artist to show us what is truly beautiful and important in the world. Once Marc realizes his passion for art, he must convince his skeptical parents to let him study with a local art teacher. Trueman's fine black-and-white illustrations capture Chagall's fluid style and appear at regular intervals. Fictional components make the book inappropriate for reports, and the book is more conversation than action, but Kimmel succeeds at making the abstract concept of art accessible to young readers. A list of sources and an author's note are appended. Harold, SuzanneFor this fictionalized account, Kimmel takes only the bare bones of Chagalls storythe Russian village, the influential art teacher, the worried parentsto get across what is truly important: to follow your dream.Kirkus ReviewsFrom the Trade Paperback edition.; Title: A Picture for Marc (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) | [
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13,098 | 2 | Gr. 4-6. This energetic comic by a brother-sister team (Jennifer's Our Only May Amelia \i0 was a Newbery Honor Book) introduces Babymouse, a young rodent possessed of an admirably gender-bending array of interests and plagued by typical school traumas. The main confrontation takes place on the harrowing battlefield known as the dodgeball court, the site of an earlier trauma for Babymouse. At the end of a furious match, arrogant class idol Felicia Furrypaws (a cat, of course) gets a satisfying comeuppance and Babymouse faces her fears. Free-wheeling pink-toned illustrations admirably catch all the action. Jesse KarpCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Our Hero (Babymouse #2) | [
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13,099 | 2 | Celebrate 30 years of Little Critter(R) with seven classic stories in one book! This 176-page hardcover collection is a wonderful way to introduce Mercer Mayer's beloved tales of growing up to a whole new generation.MERCER MAYER began writing and illustrating children's books in 1966, and since then, he has published over 300 titles. Readers can open almost 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: Just a Little Critter Collection (Little Critter) | [
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