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14,600 | 11 | 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 world’s leading trade book publisher. Like its predecessor companies, Penguin Random House is committed to publishing adult and children’s 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 world’s most widely read authors.Bob Roper is an American illustrator for Golden Books. He grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and graduated from the Tyler School of Art at Temple University. His clients have included the Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, National Geographic, the Philadelphia Zoo, and Penguin Random House. The works he has illustrated include Big Time!, Baby’s Bestest Friend, Matchmaker Mix-up, Superstar?, and Dora’s Lift-and-Look Book.; Title: DORA'S LIFT-AND-LOOK | [
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14,601 | 0 | PHOEBE DUNN was a world-renowned photographer best known for her pictures of children and animals. Her photographs have been published in more than 20 children's books, many of them written by her daughter, Judy Dunn.; Title: The Little Rabbit (Phoebe Dunn Collection) | [
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14,602 | 7 | Robin Wasserman is the author of several acclaimed books for children and young adults, including The Waking Dark, The Book of Blood and Shadow, Hacking Harvard, the Cold Awakening trilogy, and the Chasing Yesterday trilogy. A former children's book editor, she lives and writes (and frequently procrastinates) in Brooklyn, New York. Visit her website at robinwasserman.com and on Twitter at @robinwasserman.; Title: Voyagers: Game of Flames (Book 2) | [
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14,603 | 0 | Established in July 2013 in a merger between Penguin and Random House, Penguin Random House, with nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, more than 15,000 new titles published each year, and close to 800 million print, audio, and eBooks sold annually, is the worlds leading trade book publisher. Like its predecessor companies, Penguin Random House is committed to publishing adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print editions and is a pioneer in digital publishing. Its publishing lists include more than 60 Nobel Prize laureates and hundreds of the worlds most widely read authors.; Title: Pizza Party! (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) (Step into Reading) | [
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14,604 | 2 | Writer-illustrator MICHAEL REX has made his mark on the kids book industry with New York Times bestselling picture book parodies like Goodnight Goon and The Runaway Mummy, graphic novels like Fangbone! Third-Grade Barbarian, and with an appearance on Donald Trump's Celebrity Apprentice.; Title: Icky Ricky #4: The Hole to China | [
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14,605 | 21 | DAVID A. KELLY has written for many newspapers and magazines, and Babe Ruth and the Baseball Curse was his first book for children. He lives fifteen minutes from Fenway Park in Newton, Massachusetts. You can visit the Ballpark Mysteries website at ballparkmysteries.com. MARK MEYERS grew up in Utah and studied art at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco.; Title: Ballpark Mysteries #11: The Tiger Troubles | [
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14,606 | 0 | Courtney Carbonestudied English and creative writing in the United States and Australia before becoming a childrens book writer and editor in New York City. She has written several books, including Darcy Swipes Left, srsly Hamlet, and Macbeth #killingit.Established in July 2013 in a merger between Penguin and Random House, Penguin Random House, with nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, more than 15,000 new titles published each year, and close to 800 million print, audio, and eBooks sold annually, is the worlds leading trade book publisher. Like its predecessor companies, Penguin Random House is committed to publishing adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print editions and is a pioneer in digital publishing. Its publishing lists include more than 60 Nobel Prize laureates and hundreds of the worlds most widely read authors.; Title: Snow Day! (Frosty the Snowman) (Step into Reading) | [
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14,607 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1While children race to bed each night on Earth in familiar ways, aliens have their own rituals for falling asleep. In Outer Space Bedtime Race, readers are introduced to concepts about the solar system through a rhyming portrayal of bedtime across the galaxy. The text is a healthy mix of information and downright silliness: "The Mercury kids land rocket ships, then hurry to their nightly dips. They glide along on rocky paths to steamy crater bubble baths." The trip through outer space is fancifully depicted by Won with stellar graphic art. The illustrations capture details of each planet including rings, moons, and even volcanoes. VERDICT Paired with the factoid sheet at the end of the book, this funny bedtime story will be a great companion to nonfiction books about outer space.Megan Egbert, Meridian Library District, IDROB SANDERS is a writer who teaches and a teacher who writes. A native of Springfield, Missouri, he has also lived in Texas, Alabama, and Tennessee. After earning degrees in elementary and religious education, Rob worked for fifteen years in childrens religious educational publishing as a writer, educational consultant, editor, editorial group manager, and product developer.While the earth is busy orbiting the sun, BRIAN WON is usually stationary, enjoying space ice cream (Neapolitan) and writing and illustrating childrens books, such as Hooray for Hat! He lives in Southern California, where he comes in second place every night when his family races off to sleep.; Title: Outer Space Bedtime Race | [
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14,608 | 7 | 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.Established in July 2013 in a merger between Penguin and Random House, Penguin Random House, with nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, more than 15,000 new titles published each year, and close to 800 million print, audio, and eBooks sold annually, is the worlds leading trade book publisher. Like its predecessor companies, Penguin Random House is committed to publishing adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print editions and is a pioneer in digital publishing. Its publishing lists include more than 60 Nobel Prize laureates and hundreds of the worlds most widely read authors.; Title: Frosty the Snowman Pictureback (Frosty the Snowman) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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14,609 | 18 | Gr 58Thomas Jefferson was an idealist who was drawn to the cause of individual rights and a pragmatist who saw the need to take practical steps to get things done. That interpretation frames this adaptation for young readers of Meacham's Pulitzer Prizewinning adult biography, Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power (Random, 2013). Readers will see this mix of idealism and pragmatism again and again during Jefferson's career. Meacham first introduces these themes in the prologue, develops them throughout the book, and later reinforces them in the epilogue, making the book useful for introducing Common Core State Standard concepts, such as determining the author's point of view and the reasons and evidence provided to support it. The biographer presents important issues in American history, particularly those surrounding the beginnings of our nation, and a strong discussion of Jefferson's failure to deal with the issue of slavery. Students will also learn about significant people Jefferson encountered during his career: George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, John Adams, and James Madison. The single shortcoming of this informative adaptation is its inability to capture Meacham's nuanced style and appealing storytelling. In reducing his 800-page biography by more than half, this adaptation has reduced his engaging narrative to shorter, often choppy, and much simpler sentences. Compare this title with Milton Meltzer's livelier account, Thomas Jefferson: The Revolutionary Aristocrat (Franklin Watts, 1991), which has stood the test of time well. Nevertheless, readers will be rewarded with a coherent, well-supported explanation of a complex man.Myra Zarnowski, City University of New YorkJon Meacham is the author of Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power and American Lion, his Pulitzer Prizewinning biography of Andrew Jackson, as well as the bestsellers American Gospel and Franklin and Winston. He is an executive editor at Random House. He and his wife live with their three children in Nashville and Sewanee, Tennessee.; Title: Thomas Jefferson: President and Philosopher | [
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14,610 | 2 | Gr 25Daniel Jackson Lim, aka DJ, is an ordinary boy in a family of overachievers. He meets Hilo, a robot boy who fell to Earth from space and doesn't know where he came from or what he is doing on this planet. DJ, along with his best friend, Gina, help Hilo unlock the secrets of his past and stop the destruction of the planet. The first installment in this graphic novel series is a fast-paced adventure that is beautifully illustrated in full color and aimed at readers who would love to have a superhero friend. Captivating, silly, tender, and, most importantly, funny, this title will be popular with all readersfrom reluctant to avid. The strength of friendship and cooperation is a theme throughout. With a cliff-hanger ending, the book will have kids eager for the sequel. VERDICT Diverse characters, good friends, and humorous dialogue coupled with colorful illustrations and plenty of action make this a must-have for all children's graphic novel collections.Paula Huddy, The Blake School-Highcroft Campus, Wayzata, MN"A wholeheartedly weird and wonderful tale of friendship, acceptance, and robots."Kirkus Reviewsstarred review"Diverse characters, good friends, and humorous dialogue coupled with colorful illustrations and plenty of action makes this a must-have for all childrens graphic novel collections."School Library Journal starred reviewThis is lively and entertaining adventure with enough risk to give it heft and plenty of solid friendship to keep readers buoyed Lush, bright colors and a freewheeling approach to panels create an immersive environment: its clear that this is art, and its also clear that the art is running the show, not the panels or even the words. Readers will likely find it a tough wait for the next volume to come along.Bulletin of the Center for Children's Booksstarred review; Title: Hilo Book 1: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth | [
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14,611 | 7 | JEANNE DuPRAU is the bestselling author of the City of Ember series, which includes The City of Ember, The People of Sparks, The Diamond of Darkhold, and The Prophet of Yonwood. Her books have garnered numerous awards, and have appeared on more than thirty state lists. The City of Ember was made into a feature movie in 2008. Jeanne lives in Menlo Park, California. Find her at jeanneduprau.com.; Title: Voyagers: Escape the Vortex (Book 5) | [
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14,612 | 2 | In 1942, the launch ofLittle Golden Booksrevolutionized childrens book publishing by making high-quality picture books available at affordable prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original Golden Book titles are still wildly popular, with The Poky Little Puppy topping the list of ten bestselling childrens books of all time.Golden Books backlist is teeming with classics such as Dorothy Kunhardts Pat the Bunny, and features the stories and artwork of childrens book legends Mary Blair, Margaret Wise Brown, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkins, Garth Williams, and many more.Today, the Golden Books imprint includes an array of storybooks, novelty books, and coloring and activity books featuring all of the most popular licenses, including Disney, Nickelodeon, Barbie, Thomas & Friends, The Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street, Marvel Super Heroes, and DC Super Friends. Golden Bookscontinues to reissue the best of its backlist in a variety of formats, including ebooks and apps, as well as bringing out brand-new books in these evolving new formats.; Title: TMNT MAGNET BOOK | [
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14,613 | 11 | Established in July 2013 in a merger between Penguin and Random House, Penguin Random House, with nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, more than 15,000 new titles published each year, and close to 800 million print, audio, and eBooks sold annually, is the worlds leading trade book publisher. Like its predecessor companies, Penguin Random House is committed to publishing adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print editions and is a pioneer in digital publishing. Its publishing lists include more than 60 Nobel Prize laureates and hundreds of the worlds most widely read authors.; Title: Dora's Farm Rescue! (Dora the Explorer) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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14,614 | 0 | Courtney Carbonestudied English and creative writing in the United States and Australia before becoming a childrens book writer and editor in New York City. She has written several books, including Darcy Swipes Left, srsly Hamlet, and Macbeth #killingit.Dave Aikins grew up in the suburbs of Detroit, immersed in comicbooks, action figures, and B-movies. In 1991, Dave was somehow persuaded to move to Ohio, studying at the Columbus College of Art & Design. Aftergraduating in 1995, he spent four years working for a large newspaper and a commercial art studio. Now residing outside of Columbus, Ohio, with his wife, energetic son, and multiple cats and dogs, he is currently running Lets Draw Studio, the freelance illustration company he founded in 1998.; Title: Food Fight! (SpongeBob SquarePants) (Step into Reading) | [
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14,615 | 0 | K-Gr 3Last available in hardcover over 15 years ago, this beautifully retold Bible story is again available. Like his Caldecott-Medal winning Noah's Ark, Spier's The Book of Jonah features detailed line drawings with eye-catching watercolors. Jonah is a man on the run, afraid to fulfil the task God has set before him. With panels reminiscent of graphic novel-style storytelling, Jonah's tale unfolds with the requite drama and tension. Helpful information about the Assyrian Empire in the eighth century BC and a labeled drawing of the Ship of Tarshish are included in the back matter. A fantastic addition for Bible story collections.On his arrival in the United States in 1952, PETER SPIER became one of this country's most popular and renowned illustrators. His books, acclaimed by critics and readers alike, have won numerous awards and honors:Noah's Arkwon the Caldecott Medal andThe Fox Went Out on a Chilly Nightwas a Caldecott Honor Book.Peoplewas awarded the Christopher Medal and was also nominated for an American Book Award and received the National Mass Media Award from the National Conference of Christians and Jews for "outstanding contributions to better human relations and the cause of brotherhood." Mr. Spier was born and educated in Amsterdam. Before coming to the United States he served in the Royal Dutch Navy. He illustrated over one hundred books, and his work can be found in museums and private collections across the country. In addition to illustrating and writing, Mr. Spier was an avid and celebrated builder of model ships. Peter Spier died in 2017, at the age of 89.; Title: The Book of Jonah | [
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14,616 | 6 | Mary Man-Kong is a children’s book editor and author living in New York City. When she's not editing or writing, she loves traveling with her amazing family on awesome adventures.In 1942, the launch of Little Golden Books revolutionized children’s book publishing by making high-quality picture books available at affordable prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original Golden Book titles are still wildly popular, with The Poky Little Puppy topping the list of ten bestselling children’s books of all time. Golden Books’ backlist is teeming with classics such as Dorothy Kunhardt’s Pat the Bunny, and features the stories and artwork of children’s book legends Mary Blair, Margaret Wise Brown, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkins, Garth Williams, and many more. Today, the Golden Books imprint includes an array of storybooks, novelty books, and coloring and activity books featuring all of the most popular licenses, including Disney, Nickelodeon, Barbie, Thomas & Friends, The Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street, Marvel Super Heroes, and DC Super Friends. Golden Books continues to reissue the best of its backlist in a variety of formats, including ebooks and apps, as well as bringing out brand-new books in these evolving new formats.; Title: HAPPY, JOLLY FUN!-CH | [
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14,617 | 7 | VOYAGERS series creator and architect Patrick Carman is a New York Times bestselling childrens author with millions of books in print in more than twenty languages across thirty titles. He is a leader in creative development, multi-platform storytelling, and world building. In 2011, he created a popular TED talk on the subject of reaching twenty-first-century readers and has overseen pioneering multimedia brands including SKELETON CREEK, TRACKERS, 3:15, and DARK EDEN. He was also one of the first authors chosen for 39 CLUES. Patricks books have been included on more than forty of the most prestigious state, national, and international awards lists. An enthusiastic reading advocate, he has visited more than 1,400 schools in the past decade. Visit him at patrickcarman.com.; Title: Voyagers: Omega Rising (Book 3) | [
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14,618 | 2 | Molly McGuire Woodsis the author of many books for young readers, includingSherman's Awesome Adventuresand titles based on Mattel's Barbie and Barbie Mariposa.; Title: BARBIE AND THE SECRE | [
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14,619 | 7 | KEKLA MAGOON is the author of five young adult novels: How It Went Down, for which she received a Coretta Scott King Honor, Camo Girl, 37 Things I Love, Fire in the Streets, and The Rock and the River, for which she received the Coretta Scott King New Talent Award and an NAACP Image Award nomination. Raised in a biracial family in the Midwest, Kekla now teaches writing in New York City, conducts school and library visits nationwide, and serves on the Writers Council for the National Writing Project. She holds a BA in history from Northwestern University and an MFA in Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts. Visit her online at keklamagoon.com.; Title: Voyagers: Infinity Riders (Book 4) | [
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14,620 | 2 | Andrea Posner-Sanchez has worked as an editor in childrens publishing for more than 20 years, and is a prolific author of books for children. Her books include Always a Princess (Disney Princess), Dog Days (The Secret Life of Pets), and Meet Maui (Disney Moana). She lives in New York City with her husband and their daughter.; Title: Pet Friends Forever! (Disney Princess: Palace Pets) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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14,621 | 2 | Gr 36Debut novelist Becker employs doodles, cartoons, and comic strips reminiscent of Jeff Kinney's "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" (Abrams) and Lincoln Peirce's "Big Nate" (HarperCollins) books in this middle-grade series opener featuring fifth grader Kate Geller. Kate's story revolves around her school and family life and is told in a realistic and humorous tone. Kate gets involved with band and Junior Guides. Much of the plot involves Kate's desire to get to know a fellow student, Nora, who has isolated herself and doesn't have any friends. The protagonist's parents are influential in this, as they encourage their daughter to be friendly to Nora, even when the shy girl doesn't always make that easy. Fans of Rachel Rene Russell's "Dork Diaries" (S. & S.) and Jenni Holm's "Babymouse" (Random) will likely find a kindred spirit in Kate, in this latest in illustrated offerings.Lauren M. Sinacore, George M. Davis Elementary School, New Rochelle, NYShes funny. Quirky.Original.Kates the greatest. -Lincoln Peirce, author of Big Nate; Title: Kate the Great, Except When She's Not | [
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14,622 | 2 | Kristen L. Depken has been writing and editing childrens books for more than 10 years. She is the author of scores of titles, including Barbie and the Diamond Castle, All About the Trolls, and We Love to Dance!. She lives in the New York City area with her rescue dog, Ellie.; Title: I Can Be a Gymnast (Barbie) (Step into Reading) | [
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14,623 | 0 | CATHERINE HAPKA has written more than 150 books for children and young adults--many about horses, including several in the Saddle Club and Pine Hollow series. A lifelong horse lover, she rides several times per week and appreciates horses of all breeds. She lives on a small farm in Chester County, Pennsylvania.; Title: Horse Diaries #11: Jingle Bells (Horse Diaries Special Edition) | [
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14,624 | 2 | The concept of an energetic child tiring out his entire family is not new in picture books, but Ashman and Hughes have created one that is particularly memorableThe pastel palette adds softness to the tale, and a minimal background keeps the focus on this multiracial, intergenerational family whose appeal is universal and warmth apparent.Bookliststarred reviewLINDA ASHMANs many picture books have been included on the best of the year lists of the New York Times, Parenting and Child magazines, the New York Public Library, and the Bank Street College of Education, among others. She lives with her family in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. For more, visit LindaAshman.com.BROOKE BOYNTON HUGHES grew up in Loveland, Colorado, where she spent her childhood days drawing mermaids and tree houses, serving as moviemaking assistant to her big brother, Christopher, and baking cookies and playing cards with her grandma Gummy. These days Brooke works as a childrens book illustrator and lives a nomadic life with her husband, Bill, and their dogs, Domino and Olive. You can see more of Brookes work at BrookeBoyntonHughes.com.; Title: Henry Wants More! | [
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14,625 | 0 | MARY POPE OSBORNE and NATALIE POPE BOYCE are sisters who grew up on army posts all over the world. They work together on Magic Tree House Fact Tracker books to give readers information about the places, time periods, and animals that Jack and Annie discover in their Magic Tree House adventures. Mary lives in northwest 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.For more information, visit the Magic Tree House website at MagicTreeHouse.com!; Title: Dogsledding and Extreme Sports: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #26: Balto of the Blue Dawn (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker) | [
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14,626 | 2 | 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 Funniest Storybook Ever! | [
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14,627 | 11 | Graham Salisbury is the author of several novels. He lives in Portland, Oregon.1Honolulu,August 1941The Spirit of JapanI'd be lying if I said I wasn't afraid."Bad, bad times," Pop mumbled just yesterday, scowling to himself in the boatyard while reading the Japanese newspaper, Hawaii Hochi. He mashed his lips together and tossed the paper into the trash.  I pulled it out when he wasn't looking. Some haole businessmen were saying all Japanese in Hawaii should be confined to the island of Molokai. Those white guys thought there were too many of us now; we were becoming too powerful. The tension outside Japanese camp in Honolulu was so tight you could almost hear it snapping in the air.And to make things worse, Japan, Pop's homeland, was stirring up big trouble.In 1931, when I was six, the Japanese invaded Manchuria, and they had been pushing deeper into China ever since. Less than a year ago, they'd signed up with Germany and Italy to form the Axis, all of them looking for more land, more power. Then, just last month, Japan flooded into Cambodia and Thailand.And my homeland, the U.S.A., was getting angry.President Roosevelt was negotiating with Japan to stop its invasions and get out of China, but nothing seemed to be working.And for every American of Japanese ancestry, Pop was right--these were bad, bad times.That summer I'd just turned sixteen. Me and my younger brother, Herbie, who was thirteen, helped Pop build boats in his boatyard, a business he'd had since he and Ma came to Hawaii from Hiroshima in 1921. Pop had been making sampan-style fishing boats all his life. He had a skilled apprentice named Bunichi, fresh off the boat from Japan by two years. With all of us helping out, Pop's business managed to survive.We were finishing up a new forty-footer for a haole from Kaneohe, the first boat Pop had ever made for a white guy. And there would be more, because Pop's reputation had grown beyond Japanese camp. Without question, there was no better boatbuilder in these islands than Koji Okubo, my pop. We'd been working on this one for more than seven months now, ten hours a day, six days a week.  I was painting the hull bright white over primed wood soaked in boiled linseed oil. I had to strain the paint through fine netting so it would go on like silk, leaving no room for the smallest mistake. Pop lived in the Japanese way of dame oshi, which meant everything had to be perfect.The paint fumes were getting to me, so I climbed down off the ladder to go out back for some fresh air. A small, flea-infested mutt got up and followed me into the sun. I'd found him a couple of months ago licking oil off old engine parts in the boatyard, and I'd given him some of my lunch. Now that ratty dog stuck to me like glue. I called him Sharky because he growled and showed teeth to everyone but me. Pop didn't like him, but he let him live at the shop to chase away nighttime prowlers.Pop's shop was right on the water, and just as I walked outside, a Japanese destroyer was heading out of Honolulu Harbor, passing by so close I could hit it with a slingshot. A long line of motionless and orderly guys in white uniforms stood on deck gazing back at the island. I squinted, studying them as Sharky settled by my feet. Pop suddenly ghosted up next to me, wiping his hands on a paint rag. I could see him in the corner of my eye. He was forty-eight years old and starting to get a bouncy stomach. A couple inches shorter than me, about five three. His undershirt was white and clean, tucked into khaki pants that hung on him like drying laundry, bunched at his waist with a piece of rope. He had short gray hair that prickled up on his tan head. As usual, he was scowling.Sharky got up and moved away. Pop pointed his chin toward the destroyer. "That's something, ah?" he said in Japanese. "Look at all those fine young men." They looked proud, all right."To them," Pop went on, unusually talkative, "the Emperor is like a god. They would be grateful to die for him."Grateful to die? Pop's eyes brightened. "The spirit of Satsuma," he said. "That's what lives in those boys--the unbeatable fighting spirit of Satsuma."He nodded in admiration, then continued on over to the lumber pile to look for something.What Pop said gave me the willies, because he wanted me and Herbie to be just like those navy guys, all full up with the national spirit of Japan, Yamato Damashii. Pop kept a cigar box of cash savings hidden somewhere in the house, money to send us back to Tokyo or Hiroshima to learn about our heritage. "You are Japanese," he would say. "How can you learn about your culture and tradition if you don't go to Japan?"Sure, but what if I got there and war came because the U.S. and Japan couldn't work things out? 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14,628 | 6 | SUE FLIESS is a master at writing engaging stories for preschoolers. She penned ROBOTS, ROBOTS EVERYWHERE! (Fall 2013) and HOW TO BE A PIRATE (Spring 2014) for Little Golden Books.NIKKI DYSON recently illustrated Sue Fliess' HOW TO BE A PIRATE Little Golden Book (Spring 2014). She has also done illustration work for American Greetings, Hallmark, and Usborne Publishing.; Title: How to Be a Superhero (Little Golden Book) | [
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14,629 | 16 | In 1942, the launch ofLittle Golden Booksrevolutionized childrens book publishing by making high-quality picture books available at affordable prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original Golden Book titles are still wildly popular, with The Poky Little Puppy topping the list of ten bestselling childrens books of all time.Golden Books backlist is teeming with classics such as Dorothy Kunhardts Pat the Bunny, and features the stories and artwork of childrens book legends Mary Blair, Margaret Wise Brown, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkins, Garth Williams, and many more.Today, the Golden Books imprint includes an array of storybooks, novelty books, and coloring and activity books featuring all of the most popular licenses, including Disney, Nickelodeon, Barbie, Thomas & Friends, The Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street, Marvel Super Heroes, and DC Super Friends. Golden Bookscontinues to reissue the best of its backlist in a variety of formats, including ebooks and apps, as well as bringing out brand-new books in these evolving new formats.Benjamin Burchis an illustrator. His works includeWind Power!, Wallys Magical Adventures, Dragon Hiccups, and Mighty Troll and Wonder Dragon.; Title: Wally's Magical Adventures (Wallykazam!) (Big Golden Book) | [
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14,631 | 0 | Winner of the Scott ODell Award for Historical FictionAn ALA Best Book for Young AdultsA Booklist Childrens Editors ChoiceGraham Salisburys family has been in the Hawaiian Islands since the early 1800s. He currently lives with his family in Portland, Oregon. He is the author of the award-winning Blue Skin of the Sea and Lord of the Deep.; Title: Under the Blood-Red Sun (Prisoners of the Empire Series) | [
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14,632 | 0 | 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: The Grinch's Great Big Flap Book | [
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14,633 | 0 | MARY POPE OSBORNE is the author of the New York Times number one bestselling Magic Tree House series as well as co-author of The Magic Tree House Fact Tracker series, along with her husband, Will, and her sister Natalie Pope Boyce.SAL MURDOCCA has illustrated over 200 children's trade and textbooks. He currently teaches children's illustration at Parson's School of Design in NYC.; Title: Magic Tree House Volumes 21-24 Boxed Set: American History Quartet (Magic Tree House (R)) | [
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14,634 | 0 | MARY POPE OSBORNE and NATALIE POPE BOYCE are sisters who grew up on army posts all over the world. Mary is the author of over 50 acclaimed books for children. Natalie has worked as a children's librarian and as a teacher of English and ESL.; Title: Soccer: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #24: Soccer on Sunday (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker) | [
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14,635 | 2 | "An appealing addition to read at Mothers Day and throughout the year."School Library Journal"Gently funny and knowing, its a good bet for moments of mother-child bonding."Publishers Weekly[It's] refreshing to see the diverse array of moms participating in fishing and sports in addition to baking sweet treats. This would make a unique choice for back-to-school time."BooklistRebecca Van Slyke is a second-grade teacher in Lynden, Washington, and has an MFA in writing for children and young adults from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. Rebecca runs the Northern Network of the Society of Childrens Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) Western Washington group. She and her husband have a college-age daughter and a spoiled mini dachshund named Sable.Priscilla Burris is the illustrator of many books for children, including Isabelle & Isabellas Little Book of Rules, the Heidi Heckelbeck series, and I Love You All Day Long. Priscilla holds a creative-design degree from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, as well as a certificate in early childhood education. She is the National Illustrator Coordinator and Advisor for the Society of Childrens Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). She resides with her family in Southern California.; Title: Mom School | [
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14,636 | 6 | PreS-Gr 2Floyd Peterson is sick and tired of being called a monster. "Just because I have horns. And wild eyes. And clompy feet. And long toenails. And crazy hair. And fangs. And a huge, toothy smile that glows in the dark." That doesn't mean that he's a monster. Children really hurt his feelings when they scream and run when he is grocery shopping or simply trying to sleep under a bed. He thinks it's time everyone learned some manners and called him by his real name, Floyd Peterson. Luckily, by the end of the text, Floyd has finally made himself heard while hiding in a closet. Shea's signature illustrations with bold lines and vivid colors are a perfect match for the minimal text on each page. Pairing this book with Ed Emberley's Go Away, Big Green Monster or Jon Stone's The Monster at the End of This Book will make a fun, interactive monster-themed storytime even more enjoyable. VERDICT A perfect choice for a rollicking read-aloud, library collections, and picture book fans everywhere.Brooke Newberry, La Crosse Public Library, WI; Title: Quit Calling Me a Monster! | [
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14,637 | 0 | MARY POPE OSBORNE and NATALIE POPE BOYCE are sisters who grew up on army posts all over the world. They work together on Magic Tree House Fact Tracker books to give readers information about the places, time periods, and animals that Jack and Annie discover in their Magic Tree House adventures. Mary lives in northwest 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.; Title: Sharks and Other Predators: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #25: Shadow of the Shark (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker) | [
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14,638 | 2 | 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.; Title: Barbie Bedtime Story Collection | [
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14,639 | 2 | Mary Tillworth has written more than 100 licensed books for children, including Colors Everywhere! and I Am Buzz Lightyear. She resides in Brooklyn with a long-haired calico cat whom she occasionally shaves, and she is especially proud of her excellent spice rack.David Aikins is an illustrator. His works include Boots and Dora Forever!, Count with Me!, and Dora and the Unicorn King.  ; Title: Meet My Friends! (Dora and Friends) (Step into Reading) | [
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14,640 | 2 | Praise for NightbirdHoffman reminds us that there are secrets everywhere . . . Nightbird soars.The New York TimesAlice Hoffman has a gift for melding magic and realism in a way that makes nearly anything seem possible.Shelf Awareness, StarredThe mix of romance and magic is irresistible.Kirkus ReviewsAlice Hoffman is the author of more than thirty bestselling works of fiction, including Practical Magic, a major motion picture; Here on Earth, an Oprah Book Club selection; the highly praised historical novel The Dovekeepers; and, most recently, The Museum of Extraordinary Things. Her books for teens include Green Angel, Green Witch, Incantation, The Fortelling, and Aquamarine, also a major motion picture, starring Emma Roberts. Visit her online at alicehoffman.com.; Title: Nightbird | [
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14,641 | 1 | Praise for the Not-So-Impossible Tales A madcap, magical blend of fluff and other good stuff. Kirkus Reviews, starred review of Pugs of the Frozen North Wacky and fast moving. School Library Journal on Cakes in Space [A] sly and dashing tale. Kirkus Reviews on Oliver and the SeawigsPHILIP REEVE is the acclaimed author of the Not-So-Impossible Tales, along with the Mortal Engines/Predator Cities series, the Fever Crumb series, and the Carnegie Medalwinning Here Lies Arthur. He was born and raised in the seaside town of Brighton and has been writing down adventures since he was five years old. You can learn more about Philip Reeve at philip-reeve.com and follow him on Twitter at @philipreeve1. SARAH McINTYRE has written and illustrated several picture books and comics for children. Sarahs delightfully over-the-top drawings and mischievous monkey illustrations brought her and Philip together for the Not-So-Impossible Tales. You can learn more about Sarah McIntyre at jabberworks.co.uk and follow her at @jabberworks.; Title: Carnival in a Fix (A Not-So-Impossible Tale) | [
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14,642 | 7 | WENDY MASS is the New York Times bestselling author of fourteen novels for young people (which have been translated into fourteen languages and nominated for sixty-eight state book awards), including A Mango-Shaped Space (which was awarded the Schneider Family Book Award by the American Library Association), the Twice Upon a Time fairy-tale series, 11 Birthdays, The Candymakers, and 13 Gifts. Her latest books are Space Taxi: Archie Takes Flight and Pi in the Sky. Wendy tells people her hobbies are hiking and photography, but really theyre collecting candy bar wrappers and searching for buried treasure with her metal detector. She lives with her family in New Jersey. Visit her at wendymass.com.; Title: Voyagers: The Seventh Element (Book 6) | [
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14,643 | 0 | Gr 35Just as cooks wash their hands before they get to work, so does Hopkinson come clean about this story: Amelia Simmons, the writer of the first American cookbook, did exist, but almost everything else in the following pages is a delightful concoction based on the scant details known about her life. Amelia describes herself as "an American orphan": her father is imagined to be a fallen soldier; her mother, a victim of smallpox; and Amelia, a "bound girl" taken in by a large family to help with the household. She learns to cook English dishes and eventually creates new recipes using local ingredients, such as winter squash for pudding and cornmeal for flapjacks. Culinary parallels to the Revolutionary War are cleverly woven throughout, and the watercolor and ink illustrations, relying on a delectable, warm palette, depict red apples, pumpkins, lemons, pickles, and sacks of grain. Though the details are made up, Amelia is still an inspiring character, so much so that readers may even want to tackle the "independence cake" recipe, with its 20 pounds of flour and 15 pounds of sugar. An author's note and links for modern versions of Election Day cakes are also included. VERDICT A strange but appealing bit of Americana that might fit into some history and maker units. Like most confections, it's an additional but nonessential purchase.Joanna K. Fabicon, Los Angeles Public Library"Both budding chefs and those who happily (and patriotically) consume their handiwork will eat this up."Publishers Weekly, starred review; Title: Independence Cake: A Revolutionary Confection Inspired by Amelia Simmons, Whose True History Is Unfortunately Unknown | [
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14,644 | 7 | SUE FLIESS is a prolific author of children's books for Random House and other publishers.BOB STAAKE is a prolific author and illustrator of children's books who has illustrated many Random House titles, including I'm a Truck, The Donut Chef, Little Golden Picture Dictionary, Bluebird, and the award-winning The Red Lemon.; Title: ROBOTS, ROBOTS EVERY | [
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14,645 | 0 | Gr 25Popular author Brown brings his fun cartoon style, often seen in his "Star Wars" adventures, to this prehistoric tale. Lucy and Andy are two Neanderthal siblings who take us through a fairly normal week (mammoth hunting, crafting tools, making clothes). At the end of each chapter, modern scientists on an archaeological dig at their cave provide factual commentary. The last chapter and author's note include a time line and more information about the world of the Neanderthals. With his extensive research and these notes, Brown has created a graphic novel that is as much nonfiction as fiction, containing historical context and a lovely fictional story with siblings, crushes, and other adventures. The resulting blend is sure to draw reluctant readers and send some students scurrying for more in-depth material. Kids will learn a great deal about the Neanderthals while laughing their way through the story. Brown demonstrates a depth of knowledge of the subject, with a few winking anachronisms. VERDICT An amusing and enjoyable graphic novel that teaches about daily Neanderthal life, this title will be right at home in most elementary school and public library collections.Elizabeth Nicolai, Anchorage Public Library, AKA New York Public Library Best Book for Kids, 2016Jeffrey Brown is brilliant at creating characters you instantly adore. In Lucy & Andy Neanderthal, he tricks you into learning while making you feel like part of a delightful cave-dwelling family. Brian Anderson creator of Dog eat Doug, and author of Monster Chefs; Title: Lucy & Andy Neanderthal (Lucy and Andy Neanderthal) | [
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14,646 | 0 | Gr 46The year is still 1895 in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, but in DeCamp's follow-up to the "near-death" adventures of the imaginative and spirited hero Stanley Slater, Stan has moved with his mother from a logging camp to a boardinghouse. Stan continues to attract trouble like a magnetmuch of it caused by his habit of unconsciously voicing thoughts that would be better left unsaid. As he was in the first novel, Stan is motivated by a powerful urge to connect with his long-lost father and an equally strong interest in preventing his hard-working mother from marrying the wrong man. To help make ends meet, Stanley spends his after-school hours taking care of Cuddy Carlisle, a lovable seven-year-old boy. The scenes featuring the two boys are humorous and warm, conveying that, above all, Stan is a generous and good-hearted kid. While he continues to dream up preposterous money-making schemes (one of which involves actual snake oil), Stan always keeps an eye open for his long-lost father. When a ship comes into town, aptly called the Wanderer, Stan learns that his dad is the captain, but it doesn't take long for him to learn the hard truth about Cap'n Slater: "They move away from him as if he's Moses and they are the Red Sea," he observes about the ship's crew. Enter Stinky Pete, a kind and reliable man from the logging camp. Stanley adores him, and it soon becomes clear that his mother does, too. Like the first volume, this entry features vintage photos and ads from Stan's beloved scrapbook, which contribute to the book's charm. VERDICT A story that uses words like flibbertigibbet and milksops is sure to entertain readers, especially kids who enjoyed Stanley's original adventures.Shelley Sommer, Inly School, Scituate, MALike Stan, Alison DeCamp grew up in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Her family history consists of stories of life in lumber camps and old scrapbooks. A graduate of Michigan State University, Alison is a former middle and high school language arts teacher. She now works at Between the Covers, a bookstore in Harbor Springs, Michigan, and spends the rest of her time with her husband and teenage children. You can find her online at alisondecamp.com.; Title: My Near-Death Adventures: I Almost Died. Again. | [] | Train |
14,647 | 7 | Suzy Capozzi is a childrens book editor and writer. She is the author of numerous books, including the Step into Reading book Nelson Mandela: From Prisoner to President, the Bob the Builder Magic Color Book Bob Paints the Town, and the Big Golden Book Frosty the Snowman.She lives in the Hudson Valley in New York State.Fabio Laguna is an illustrator. His works include Frosty the Snowman, Belle is My Babysitter, and A Cake to Bake.Andrea Cagol is an Italian artist and illustrator whose artwork frequently appears in children's books and graphic novels. His credits include Frozen Little Golden Book and High Voltage! (Marvel: Spider-Man).; Title: Frosty the Snowman Big Golden Book (Frosty the Snowman) | [
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14,648 | 15 | Courtney Carbone studied English and creative writing in the United States and Australia before becoming a children’s book writer and editor in New York City. She has written several books, including Darcy Swipes Left, srsly Hamlet, and Macbeth #killingit.; Title: AMAZING ANIMALS | [
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14,649 | 0 | Gr 46Stan, the protagonist of DeCamp's lively and folksy debut novel, lives with his mother in Michigan in the late 1800s when a mysterious envelope arrives that changes their lives. Eleven-year-old Stan (who is literally counting the days until he turns twelve) has always assumed that his "long-lost father" is dead, but with the arrival of the envelope-and Stan's grandmother-he learns that his father is alive. Stan's "near-death" adventures begin when he travels to his uncle's logging camp where his mother and grandmother will cook for "real lumberjacks." With his cousin Geri (older than Stan by "twenty-three months and three days") as his guide, Stan navigates life with a group of colorful characters, using vivid language to describe the loggers and his campaign for his mother's permission to participate in the annual logrolling event. While Stan helps with chores, forms friendships with the loggers, and feels uneasy about the interest several men express in his mother, his rich imagination finds an outlet in the scrapbook he fills with magazine ads and clippings, copies of which are scattered throughout the novel. More poignant is the life Stan imagines his father having while waiting for his young son to find him. "I imagine he's out in the world doing something amazing, like mining gold or riding through the Wild West on horseback," Stan thinks. A secondary plot about Geri's interest in becoming a doctor enriches the story. Stan is a likable character with an exaggerated view of his abilities and a good heart. DeCamp's novel is a solid choice for fans of Rodman Philbrick's The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg (Scholastic, 2009).Shelley Sommer, Inly School, Scituate, MALike Stan, Alison DeCamp grew up in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Her family history consists of stories of life in lumber camps and old scrapbooks. A graduate of Michigan State University, Alison is a former middle and high school language arts teacher. She now works at Between the Covers, a bookstore in Harbor Springs, Michigan, and spends the rest of her time with her husband and teenage children. You can find her online at alisondecamp.com.; Title: My Near-Death Adventures (99% True!) | [
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14,650 | 5 | Gr 46Placing your head in a dragon's mouth hardly seems the most sensible way to begin one's quest. And yet Karn, protagonist of Nightborn, does just that. Like Frostborn (Crown, 2014), this novel takes place on the continent of Katarnia but expands beyond the frozen landscape and also introduces a new character, Desstra. Desstra is a dark elf training to join an elite group called the Underhand. To do so, she must retrieve the horn of Osius, which controls the dragons. But our hero Karn must also find the horn if he wants to rescue his friend Thianna. Anders continues the world-building and character development begun in Frostborn and also further develops the friendship themes with the new charactersall without sacrificing pacing or making things too complicated. Anders includes instructions on how to play Charioteers, a game within the story, making this book ideal for teachers or librarians who may want to supplement the reading with extended activities. Maps and a "historical" time line are also included for the fantasy obsessives who want to further study this intricate world. VERDICT A must-purchase for fans of the first book in the series.Jessica Ko, Los Angeles Public LibraryLou Anders is the recipient of a Hugo Award for editing and a Chesley Award for art direction. He has published over 500 articles and stories on science fiction and fantasy television and literature. A prolific speaker, Anders regularly attends writing conventions around the country. He and his family reside in Birmingham, Alabama. You can visit Anders online at louanders.com and ThronesandBones.com, on Facebook, and on Twitter at @ThronesandBones.; Title: Nightborn (Thrones and Bones) | [
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14,651 | 4 | Generations of children around the world have grown up spending hours poring over books by the late RICHARD SCARRY filled with all the colorful details of their daily lives. No other illustrator has shown such a lively interest in the words and concepts of early childhood. He began his career at Golden Books in the 1940s, and he remains one of the world's best-loved children's authors EVER! He was posthumously awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society of Illustrators in 2012.; Title: Richard Scarry's Trucks | [
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14,652 | 0 | David Potter developed a love for American history as a boy growing up near Morristown, New Jersey, where George Washington spent the winters of 1777 and 1779. He was inspired to write The Left Behinds while taking his children to the annual Christmas reenactment of Washingtons Crossing the Delaware. He lives in Pennington, New Jersey, with his wife and two sons. You can visit David online at davidpotterbooks.com, on Facebook, and on Twitter at @DPotterBooks.; Title: The Left Behinds: The iPhone that Saved George Washington | [
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14,653 | 4 | Generations of children around the world have grown up spending hours poring over books by the late RICHARD SCARRY filled with all the colorful details of their daily lives. No other illustrator has shown such a lively interest in the words and concepts of early childhood. He began his career at Golden Books in the 1940s, and he remains one of the world's best-loved children's authors EVER! He was posthumously awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society of Illustrators in 2012.; Title: Richard Scarry's Cars (Richard Scarry's Busy World) | [
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14,654 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1A cute, gray owl with huge eyes sets the stage in this interactive book. The premise is that readers can dodge bedtime simply by avoiding reaching the end of the book. As the title suggests, the way to do this is not to blink. Each time readers blink, they have to turn the page. The owl suggests all sorts of techniques to helpa staring contest, focusing on an optical illusion, even physically holding their eyelids open. The text is engaging and kids will enjoy the challenge of trying not to blink. The illustrations are simple, most spreads showing just the owl on a plain white background. About halfway through, black and gray appear at the top and bottom of each spread, as if viewers are looking out through eyelids growing heavier. This clever technique continues until there is only a slit of white page left and the owl finally suggests that readers close their eyes to keep from blinking. VERDICT A playful, interactive read-aloud that provides an appealing bedtime-focused spin, even if it doesn't quite match Herv Tullet's Press Here and B.J. Novak's The Book with No Pictures.Kimberly Tolson, Concord Free Public Library, MA"...has the possibility of turning into a full-blown bedtime ritual."—Bulletin, starred review; Title: Don't Blink! | [
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14,655 | 1 | David Lewman is a childrens book author whohas written more than 65books starring SpongeBob SquarePants, Jimmy Neutron, the Fairly OddParents, G.I. Joe, the Wild Thornberrys, and other popular characters.His works include Batter Up!, Drop the Beat!, and The Knight Before Christmas. Established in July 2013 in a merger between Penguin and Random House, Penguin Random House, with nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, more than 15,000 new titles published each year, and close to 800 million print, audio, and eBooks sold annually, is the worlds leading trade book publisher. Like its predecessor companies, Penguin Random House is committed to publishing adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print editions and is a pioneer in digital publishing. Its publishing lists include more than 60 Nobel Prize laureates and hundreds of the worlds most widely read authors.; Title: SPONGEBOB MOVIE JUNI | [
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14,656 | 0 | This Step 1 Step into Reading Math Reader offers a hilarious and unique approach to addition and subtraction, courtesy of the Berenstains. Bears on wheelsunicycles, bikes, and trikesgradually increase in number, engaging in silly antics that will make beginning readers giggle as they also learn beginning math skills. Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhymes and rhythmic text, paired with picture clues, help children decode the story. Over the course of fifty years, Stan and Jan Berenstain wrote and illustrated hundreds of books about the Berenstain Bears in dozens of formats, from board books to beginning readers. Some of the most enduring are the stories in the groundbreaking Bright and Early Books and Beginner Books series.Stan and Jan Berenstain were both born in 1923 in Philadelphia.They didn't know each other as children, but met later at school, at the Philadelphia College of Art.They liked each other right away, and found out that the both enjoyed the same kinds of books, plays, music and art.During World War II, Stan was a medical assistant in the Army, and Jan worked in an airplane factory.When the war was over, they got married and began to work together as artists and writers, primarily drawing cartoons for popular magazines.After having their two sons Leo and Michael, the Berenstains decided to write some funny children's books that their children and other children could read and enjoy.Their first published children's book was called The Big Honey Hunt .It was about a family of bears, who later became known as the "Berenstain Bears".Over 50 children's books later, Stan and Jan still plan all of their books together -- both write the stories, and both write the pictures.They live outside of Philadelphia in the country.; Title: The Berenstain Bears Bears on Wheels (Step into Reading) | [
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14,657 | 2 | In 1942, the launch ofLittle Golden Booksrevolutionized childrens book publishing by making high-quality picture books available at affordable prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original Golden Book titles are still wildly popular, with The Poky Little Puppy topping the list of ten bestselling childrens books of all time.Golden Books backlist is teeming with classics such as Dorothy Kunhardts Pat the Bunny, and features the stories and artwork of childrens book legends Mary Blair, Margaret Wise Brown, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkins, Garth Williams, and many more.Today, the Golden Books imprint includes an array of storybooks, novelty books, and coloring and activity books featuring all of the most popular licenses, including Disney, Nickelodeon, Barbie, Thomas & Friends, The Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street, Marvel Super Heroes, and DC Super Friends. Golden Bookscontinues to reissue the best of its backlist in a variety of formats, including ebooks and apps, as well as bringing out brand-new books in these evolving new formats.; Title: Barbie and the Secret Door (Barbie and the Secret Door) (Big Golden Book) | [
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14,658 | 1 | RICHARD SCARRY (1919-1994) is one of the world's best-loved children's book authors ever! Generations of children all over the world have grown up spending hours poring over his oversize books filled with the colorful details of their lives. No other illustrator has shown such a lively interest in the words and concepts of early childhood. Raised and educated in Boston, Scarry moved to New York after a stint in the army to pursue a career in commecial art. But after showing his portfolio to one of the original editors at Golden Books in 1948, he found the perfect home for his children's books. In the extraordinary career that followed, Richard Scarry illustrated well over 100 books, many of which have never been out-of-print.; Title: Richard Scarry's Bunnies | [
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14,659 | 6 | 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.; Title: BUST MY BUFFERS! | [
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14,660 | 16 | In 1942, the launch ofLittle Golden Booksrevolutionized childrens book publishing by making high-quality picture books available at affordable prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original Golden Book titles are still wildly popular, with The Poky Little Puppy topping the list of ten bestselling childrens books of all time.Golden Books backlist is teeming with classics such as Dorothy Kunhardts Pat the Bunny, and features the stories and artwork of childrens book legends Mary Blair, Margaret Wise Brown, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkins, Garth Williams, and many more.Today, the Golden Books imprint includes an array of storybooks, novelty books, and coloring and activity books featuring all of the most popular licenses, including Disney, Nickelodeon, Barbie, Thomas & Friends, The Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street, Marvel Super Heroes, and DC Super Friends. Golden Bookscontinues to reissue the best of its backlist in a variety of formats, including ebooks and apps, as well as bringing out brand-new books in these evolving new formats.; Title: TROLL TIME!-CHNKY CR | [
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14,661 | 21 | Matthew Gilbert is a childrens book author. His works include Arena of Doom, The Casey Chronicles, and Showdown with Shredder.Established in July 2013 in a merger between Penguin and Random House, Penguin Random House, with nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, more than 15,000 new titles published each year, and close to 800 million print, audio, and eBooks sold annually, is the worlds leading trade book publisher. Like its predecessor companies, Penguin Random House is committed to publishing adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print editions and is a pioneer in digital publishing. Its publishing lists include more than 60 Nobel Prize laureates and hundreds of the worlds most widely read authors.; Title: FRIEND OR FOE? - JR. | [
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14,662 | 1 | "[A] sly and dashing tale. . . Readers' ribs aren't the only ones that get a vigorous tickle"--Kirkus Reviews"A delightfully told, beautfiul tale of nautical hairdressing, saltwater primates and sarcastic seaweed--this is my kind of book!"--Chris Riddell, award-winning illustrator and co-creator of the Edge ChroniclesPHILIP REEVE is the acclaimed author of the Mortal Engines/Predator Cities series, the Fever Crumb series, and Here Lies Arthur (Carnegie Medal winner). He was born and raised in the seaside town of Brighton and has been writing down adventures since he was five years old. SARAH McINTYRE has written and illustrated several picture books and comics for children. Her delightfully over-the-top drawings and mischievous monkey illustrations brought Philip and Sarah together for this series.From the Hardcover edition.; Title: Oliver and the Sea Monkeys (A Not-So-Impossible Tale) | [
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14,663 | 16 | In 1942, the launch of Little Golden Books revolutionized children’s book publishing by making high-quality picture books available at affordable prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original Golden Book titles are still wildly popular, with The Poky Little Puppy topping the list of ten bestselling children’s books of all time. Golden Books’ backlist is teeming with classics such as Dorothy Kunhardt’s Pat the Bunny, and features the stories and artwork of children’s book legends Mary Blair, Margaret Wise Brown, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkins, Garth Williams, and many more. Today, the Golden Books imprint includes an array of storybooks, novelty books, and coloring and activity books featuring all of the most popular licenses, including Disney, Nickelodeon, Barbie, Thomas & Friends, The Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street, Marvel Super Heroes, and DC Super Friends. Golden Books continues to reissue the best of its backlist in a variety of formats, including ebooks and apps, as well as bringing out brand-new books in these evolving new formats.David VanTuyle is a book illustrator, animator, and an Emmy-nominated storyboard artist. His illustrating credits include Bath Party!, Picnic Party!, The Cake Monster, and other Wallykazam! books.; Title: Welcome to Wally's World! (Wallykazam!) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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14,664 | 18 | MARY POPE OSBORNE and NATALIE POPE BOYCE are sisters who grew up on army posts all over the world. Mary is the author of over 50 acclaimed books for children. Natalie has worked as a children's librarian and as a teacher of English and ESL.SAL MURDOCCA has been illustrating and writing books for children for many years. He has illustrated every book in the Magic Tree House fiction series and the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker nonfiction companions.; Title: Ninjas and Samurai: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #5: Night of the Ninjas (Magic Tree House (R) Fact Tracker) | [
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14,665 | 2 | SUE FLIESS is a master at writing engaging stories for preschoolers. She penned Robots, Robots Everywhere! and How To Be a Pirate for Little Golden Books. Find out more about Sue at www.suefliess.com.; Title: The Hug Book (Little Golden Book) | [
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14,666 | 11 | David A. Kelly is a former Little League right fielder. These days, he can often be found enjoying a game at a major-league park. He is also the author of the MVP series and Babe Ruth and the Baseball Curse. He lives near Bostons Fenway Park with his wife, two sons, and his dog. Visit BallparkMysteries.com for the latest news.; Title: Ballpark Mysteries Super Special #1: The World Series Curse | [
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14,667 | 6 | K-Gr 2No one seems to know why the old dragon swallowed the knight ("It's not polite!") In addition, the bright red beast proceeds to swallow a steed, a squire, a cook, a lady, a castle, and finally, a moat. At this point the creature decides to burp out everything (except the knight), and what preschooler won't love that! The author has used a broad range of wordssavory, shady, fattens, tassel, guzzled, bloat, quote, perchance, amass, and billow. These will add depth to the young listener's vocabulary. Mantle's illustrations are full of primary colors and are quite expressive as the dragon gobbles each entity he encounters. Life in the Middle Ages is hinted at with the additional drawings surrounding each dragon tidbit. This will be a great addition to the kindergarten/first grade curriculum on comparing and contrasting similar stories. VERDICT A fine purchase for most collections.Elaine Lesh Morgan, formerly at Multnomah County Library, Portland, OR"No one seems to know why the old dragon swallowed the knight (Its not polite!) In addition, the bright red beast proceeds to swallow a steed, a squire, a cook, a lady, a castle, and finally, a moat. At this point the creature decides to burp out everything (except the knight), and what preschooler wont love that! The author has used a broad range of wordssavory, shady, fattens, tassel, guzzled, bloat, quote, perchance, amass, and billow. These will add depth to the young listeners vocabulary. Mantles illustrations are full of primary colors and are quite expressive as the dragon gobbles each entity he encounters. Life in the Middle Ages is hinted at with the additional drawings surrounding each dragon tidbit. This will be a great addition to the kindergarten/first grade curriculum on comparing and contrasting similar stories. VERDICT A fine purchase for most collections."Elaine Lesh Morgan, formerly at Multnomah County Library, Portland, OR; School Library Journal"In days of yore, before a certain fly's ultimately fatal encounter with an Old Lady, there was an old dragon who felt rather peckish. "There was an old dragon who swallowed a knight. / I don't know why he swallowed the knight // It's not polite!" He follows the knight with the knight's steed ("that galloped around at a terrible speed"). Then a squire, a cook, a lady, a castle, and finally a moat are each swallowed in turn. But"With all of that water, he started to bloat. / And that's when the dragon roared, and I quote: / Okay, enough! I've had enough / More than enough of this swallowing stuff!' " So realizing that eating all those things might have been "a tad impolite," the old dragon burps them all out in reverse except the knight (which is "ahhhjust right"). Klostermann's debut is a rollicking and warped Medieval take on the well-worn cumulative rhyme. Prolific British animator and illustrator Mantle's expressive and bright cartoon illustrations of the red, horned dragon (and the contents of his stomach) are a perfect match. The antics within the dragon's stomachevery image of the steed is accompanied by a little "clippity, clippity, clippity, clop" in teeny typeand his copious burping will leave 'em laughing. No matter how many swallowed-fly titles you own, this one belongs on your shelf too." Publishers Weekly 4/9/15; Title: There Was an Old Dragon Who Swallowed a Knight | [
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14,668 | 7 | 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.; Title: MERMAID STYLE (CHUNK | [
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14,669 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2Moore's most recent addition to the series is sure to be a great read-aloud for the first week of school as teachers are trying to establish classroom expectations. Freckleface Strawberry's best friend Windy Pants Patrick has a distinct and booming voice that is great for the summertime and the playground. But when school starts, Patrick has a difficult time finding his inside voice. Diverse characters model school manners, and Patrick's inability to follow the rules provides some humor. Though the illustrations are very colorful, there is also a lot of white space on the pages. The characters and the tale will engage readers and listeners on the higher end of the age range, and the book invites participation and discussion about inside and outside voices. VERDICT An obvious purchase for libraries with an already established "Freckleface Strawberry" fan base, and a good addition for back-to-school collections.Betsy Davison, Cortland Free Library, NY"sure to be a great read-aloud for the first week of school as teachers are trying to establish classroom expectations."School Library Journal; Title: Freckleface Strawberry and the Really Big Voice | [
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14,670 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2With excuses aplenty, a wide-eyed, obviously dirty boy keeps a calendar of his weekly bath events and demands his floaties, goggles, scuba tank, surfboard, canoe, and bike merely to enter the tub. "Baths are too WET! And water makes my fingers wrinkly," he cries. After all, "aliens might attackor there might be a meteor shower" while he's in the bath. A full temper tantrum precedes bath time, but immersion in the water miraculously results in a change of heart as he discovers 102 reasons not to get out of the tub. Digitally created images and varying perspectives accentuate large eyes and raised eyebrows, while both visuals and text introduce his grimy world, from dirt and water-smudged endpapers to the permanent marker on his colorful hands. Pair this title with Mo Willems's The Pigeon Needs a Bath! to compare similar themes of persuasive writing. VERDICT Especially for young readers who can't resist counting the excuses, this title is a recommended general purchase for all libraries.Mary Elam, Learning Media Services, Plano ISD, TXA filth-encrusted gamin ticks off precisely why a trip to the tub isnoton the list of priorities. Sporting grimy skin and twiggy hair, a brown-haired, fair-skinned child decides to list the 101 reasons why bathing is not an appealing option. Starting with Im not dirty and proceeding from there, the grubby kid plays every card in the deck. McAnulty manages to keep the action hopping in a narrative that really is just a very long list. There are the expected excuses (Monsters live in the drain), the unexpected (I have a self-cleaning button like the oventhat would be a bellybutton), and the downright clever (Most household accidents happen in the bathroom. Scientific fact!). When confronted with the kicker that only 88 reasons have been listed (a sly twist adults wont see coming), the child responds with an additional 13 repetitions of I dont want to (the title of the book isnt101UniqueReasons Why Im NOT Taking a Bath, after all). In the end bathtime is achieved, and the child has a sudden change of heart. Ang provides a peppy visual narrative to pair with the extensive monologue, though, alas, the art never quite reaches the levels of eclectic, original insanity the text leaves openings for. Theres really only one reason to read this book: its a hoot. Kirkus Reviews (5/27/16); Title: 101 Reasons Why I'm Not Taking a Bath | [
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14,671 | 1 | P. D. EASTMAN wrote and/or illustrated many beloved childrens books, including Are You My Mother?, Go, Dog. Go!, and The Best Nest. After training at the National Academy of Design, P.D. worked at Walt Disney Productions and Warner Bros. Cartoons. He enlisted in the army in 1943 and served in the Signal Corps film unita unit headed by Theodor Geisel (who would become known to the world as Dr. Seuss). Geisel later approached him to write for his new Beginner Books series at Random House, resulting in the publication of P.D.s first book, Sam and the Firefly.; Title: The Little Red Box of Bright and Early Board Books (Bright & Early Board Books(TM)) | [
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14,672 | 0 | Christy Webster edits and writes books for kids as part of her job in the editorial department of a major New York children's book publisher. She is a big fan of popular culture and has a great eye for quirky illustration styles. Among her titles are A is for Awful: A Grumpy Cat ABC Book, Big Fish, Little Fish, and I Can Bea Ballerina. She lives in Queens, New York.David VanTuyle is a book illustrator, animator, and an Emmy-nominated storyboard artist. His illustrating credits include Bath Party!, Picnic Party!, The Cake Monster, and other Wallykazam! books.; Title: Bath Party! (Wallykazam!) (Step into Reading) | [
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14,673 | 2 | JOAN BETTY STUCHNER performed as a storyteller live and on television, and acted in community theater. She taught part-time at a Jewish school and worked in the library at the University of British Columbia. CYNTHIA NUGENT is an award-winning children’s book author-illustrator. To research Honey Cake, she traveled to Copenhagen. She lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. has performed as a storyteller live and on television, and acted in community theater. She teaches part-time at a Jewish school and works in the library at the University of British Columbia. She lives in Vancouver, British Columbia.; Title: A Time to Be Brave (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) | [
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14,674 | 7 | Gr 46In the very near future, Earth's fossil fuel supply is almost exhausted. Even mandatory daily eight-hour blackouts can only postpone the final catastrophe for a few years. The ultra-secret Project Alpha has identified an extraterrestrial substance that could provide unlimited energy, but the components lie far out in space. No conventional spaceship could bring back the mysterious Source in time to save the planet, but the highly classified Gamma Speed process can shorten the trek to a single year. However, no one over the age of 14 can withstand the metabolic pressure that the Gamma process entails, so the scientists conduct a worldwide search for an elite crew of 12-year-old astronauts. Dash Conroy desperately wants to be one of the squad, not only for the adventure but also for the 10 million dollar prize awarded to each member. But he is joining seven other semifinalists for the final testing at Alpha headquarters, and only four of them can ultimately be chosen. As Dash and his cohorts compete in physical contests, team exercises, and virtual reality combat, they begin to suspect that the Alpha project may not be quite what it appears on the surface. Moreover, there is a sinister counterpart to the Alpha groupand the Omega project has plans of its own for the vital Source. As the first entry in the projected six-book series, this title focuses on Dash and the Alpha team as they train for their mission and experience their first interplanetary adventure on the jungle planet J-16, home to carnivorous alien beasts; giant, dinosaurlike Raptagons; and the first component of the Source. Each upcoming volume will be written by a different author, in the manner of Scholastic's "Infinity Ring" series, and will follow both the Alpha and Omega teams in their dangerous race across the cosmos to complete the Source. Inserted "Visual Analysis" cards for use with the series' website will probably disappear quickly from library copies, but the online activities can be completed without them. VERDICT Quick action, snappy dialogue, and frequent touches of humor will appeal to middle grade science fiction fans.Elaine E. Knight, formerly at Lincoln Elementary Schools, ILD. J. MacHale is the author of the bestselling book series Pendragon: Journal of an Adventure Through Time and Space, the spooky Morpheus Road trilogy, and the sci-fi thriller trilogy the SYLO Chronicles. In addition to his published works, he has written, directed, and produced numerous award-winning television series and movies for young people including Are You Afraid of the Dark?, Flight 29 Down, and Tower of Terror. D. J. lives with his family in Southern California. djmachalebooks.com; Title: Voyagers: Project Alpha (Book1) | [
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14,675 | 18 | KATHLEEN WEIDNER ZOEHFELD is the award-winning author of more than seventy books for young readers, including several Stepping Stones nonfiction titles. Her book Dinosaur Parents, Dinosaur Young was voted an Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students K12 by the CBC and the NSTA and was an ALA Notable Book. When Kathleen is not at her desk writing, youll find her volunteering at her local natural history museum or dreaming of the stars.; Title: Apollo 13 (Totally True Adventures): How Three Brave Astronauts Survived A Space Disaster | [
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14,676 | 0 | Jeffrey Brown is the author of numerous bestselling Star Wars books, including Darth Vader and Son and the middle-grade Jedi Academy series. He grew up in Michigan, where a lot of snow fell every winter. Unlike Neanderthals, he has never learned how to make stone tools. He lives in Chicago with his wife and sons.; Title: Lucy & Andy Neanderthal: The Stone Cold Age (Lucy and Andy Neanderthal) | [
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14,677 | 0 | Gr 58Julian Twerski and the gang from Twerp (Random, 2013) are now in seventh grade, and it seems like they're dealing with an even bigger set of challenges than last year. When Julian is accused of vandalizing a painting at school, he gets locked into a battle with his new principal that he surely can't win. He begins to develop new feelings for his friend Beverly, to the dismay of Howie, her longtime admirer and Julian's friend. Most upsetting of all, Quentin has cancer. Julian, with the help of his friends, finds himself navigating the year before his bar mitzvah in search of what it means to grow up and be a good citizen. Goldblatt takes advantage of Julian's newfound love of writing, adding an honest and forthright tone to the boy's journal entries. A wide variety of readers will relate to Julian's questions about fairness, faith, and friendship. VERDICT An excellent companion to Twerp, this novel also stands alone.Amanda Augsburger, Moline Public Library, ILGoldblatt's outstanding tale ponders a timeless, universal dilemma as a remarkable boy seeks to reconcile the heartbreak and uplift that punctuate his life.--Kirkus Reviews, starred review; Title: Finding the Worm (Twerp Sequel) | [
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14,678 | 2 | Praise for Kate Saunders Praise for The Curse of the Chocolate Phoenix   “Saunders weaves the supernatural with the ordinary with ease. Readers who enjoyed The Whizz Pop Chocolate Shop will not be disappointed.”—Booklist   “Clearly, Saunders has honed her deft and breezy comic style while affectionately channeling mild echoes of Harry Potter and The Hobbit.”—Kirkus Reviews   “Saunders’s imagination is out in full force. Hand this to readers who love adventure, fantasy, and Mission Impossible–type adventure.”—SLJ   The Whizz Pop Chocolate Shop   “This story has adventure, excitement, humor and magic, and will appeal to boys and girls alike.”—SLJ   “Reminiscent of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.”—Booklist “A quick pace and intricate plot twists keep excitement high . . . [in] this enjoyable and moving romp through a magical London underworld.”—Publishers WeeklyFive Children on the Western Front Winner of the Costas Award for Children’s Fiction   ★ “An irresistible read.”—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review “Saunders strikes a surprisingly successful balance between the mischievous magic of the sand fairy and the harsh realities of wartime England.” —The Bulletin “A dramatic, heartrending look at World War I’s far-reaching consequences for families and individuals.”—SLJ   Magicalamity   ★ “[Children] will love this action-packed adventure, brimming with sly humor and clever asides….This book should fly off the shelves, with or without a magic carpet.”—SLJ, Starred Review   “A quick, magical romp.”—The Bulletin   “Saunders weaves a tight tale with a satisfying conclusion.” —BooklistBeswitched   A Junior Library Guild Selection   ★ “This absorbing novel…features a dimensional, delightful protagonist, whose personality and growth ring true....Along with the entertaining magical elements, the universal themes of self-discovery, and looking beyond appearances combine into a wholly engaging and enjoyable read.”—Booklist, Starred Review   “Saunders offers a coming-of-age tale against the rich backdrop of full period detail . . . [It] will charm readers.”—Publishers Weekly   “A ripping English boarding-school story with a perceptive heroine and time-travel twist guaranteed to appeal to modern schoolgirls.”—Kirkus ReviewsKATE SAUNDERS has written lots of books for adults and children. These include Beswitched, Magicalamity, The Whizz Pop Chocolate Shop and Five Children on the Western Front. She lives in London.From the Hardcover edition.; Title: The Curse of the Chocolate Phoenix | [
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14,679 | 7 | Kirkus Reviews starred review, August 15, 2014: Readers are left to question what actions are possible, what actions are needed and what actions are right in a world where inaction is an impossibility. A clarion call from a beloved, much-missed master.19372014Walter Dean Myerss fiction and nonfiction books have reached millions of young people. A prolific author of more than one hundred titles, he received every major award in the field of childrens literature. He wrote two Newbery Honor Books, eleven Coretta Scott King Award winners, three National Book Award finalists, and the winner of the first Michael L. Printz Award for Excellence in Young Adult Literature. He also received the Margaret A. Edwards Award for lifetime achievement in writing for young adults and was the first recipient of the Coretta Scott KingVirginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement. He was a 2010 United States nominee for the Hans Christian Andersen Award and was nominated for the Astrid Lindgren Award numerous times. From 2012 to 2013, he served as the National Ambassador for Young Peoples Literature with the platform Reading is not optional. In his most-beloved books, Walter explored the themes of taking responsibility for your life and that everyone always gets a second chance.From the Hardcover edition.; Title: On a Clear Day | [
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14,680 | 2 | Gr 36Nora's family is about to welcome a new baby, and she's about to become an aunt. The scientific-minded 10-year-old makes her new niece the subject of her next notebook, jotting down as many baby facts as she can. This is quite a change for series fans, who may remember that ants were the stars of the first installment. What begins as a curiosity about the new baby soon turns into a possible idea for a science project. Unfortunately, her teacher pairs her with Emma. Unlike Nora, Emma loves babies, the color pink, and cats. Further adding to Nora's stress is a social studies assignment that involves writing diary entries as Martha Talbot, a pioneer on the Oregon Trail. Fourth grade seems to be getting very complicated. VERDICT Fans of Mills's first Nora book will not be disappointed as she delivers another satisfying read.Martha Rico, El Paso ISD, TXClaudia Mills is the author of over fifty books for young readers. She does not personally keep an ant farm, but she does have a cat, Snickers, with whom she curls up on her couch at home in Boulder, Colorado, drinking hot chocolate and writing.  Visit her at claudiamillsauthor.com.; Title: The Nora Notebooks, Book 2: The Trouble with Babies | [
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14,681 | 2 | PATSY SCARRY(19241995) wrote many stories for children, some of which were were illustrated by her husband, Richard Scarry, includingGood Night, Little BearandThe Bunny Book. Her classic holiday book,The Sweet Smell of Christmas, remains a yearly yuletide favorite. RICHARD SCARRY (1919-1994) is one of the worlds best-loved childrens book authors ever! No other illustrator has shown such a lively interest in the words and concepts of early childhood. After a stint in the army, Scarry showed his portfolio to one of the original editors at Golden Books in 1948. There he found the perfect home for his childrens books. In the extraordinary career that followed, Scarry illustrated well over 100 books, many of which have never been out-of-print.; Title: Richard Scarry's The Bunny Book (Big Golden Book) | [
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14,682 | 2 | Gr 9 Up-Born with a hole in his heart, Jesse Serrano dies at 17, and though his loved ones have always known he would die young, his family and friends are left bereft and confused at how to sort through the grieving process. But Jesse had a plan for his final goodbye: plane tickets and a map to Europe mailed to his cousins, best friend, and girlfriend without much of an explanation as to the trip's purpose. For his cousins, Cal, Ben, and Trevor, there is the guilt of having been caught up more in the last years of high school than in their cousin's life, and for his best friend, Matt, and girlfriend Lillian, the trip comes as a shove back into the world after a year of grief. It takes a while for the group to become comfortable with one another, particularly Cal and Lillian. Cal is carrying a notebook titled "Juvenalia" left to her by Jesse, which she refuses to share; Lillian is angry and prideful about sharing the memory of Jesse; and it takes numerous explosive fights for them to break through their protective walls and relate. The group figure out their mission and somewhat resentfully and hopefully trudge their way through Europe on their quest. VERDICT John Green, Maureen Johnson, and Rainbow Rowell fans will be deeply moved by Hattemer's novel of a pilgrimage.-Joanna Sondheim, Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School, New York City(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.John Green, Maureen Johnson, and Rainbow Rowell fans will be deeply moved by Hattemers novel. SLJ Hattemers vivid third-person narrative and occasional excerpts from Jesses journal create a layered story of big questions and intense relationships . . . making for a moving read for readers of all ages. Publishers Weekly Sharp observation, sly humor, and moments of brilliance. Kirkus; Title: The Land of 10,000 Madonnas | [
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14,683 | 0 | Gr 14Lillian may be old, but it's Voting Day, and she's going to vote. As she climbs the hill (both metaphorical and literal) to the courthouse, she sees her family's history and the history of the fight for voting rights unfold before her, from her great-great-grandparents being sold as slaves to the three marches across Selma's famous bridge. Winter writes in a well-pitched, oral language style ("my, but that hill is steep"), and the vocabulary, sentence structure, and font make the book well-suited both for independent reading and for sharing aloud. The illustrations, though, are what truly distinguish this offering. Lillian is portrayed in resolute left-to-right motion, and her present-day, bright red dress contrasts with the faded greens, blues, and grays of the past, sometimes in a direct overlay. A bright yellow sun, which readers may recognize from Evans's illustrations in Charles R. Smith Jr.'s 28 Days: Moments in Black History That Changed the World (Roaring Brook, 2015), symbolizes hope as it travels across the sky. The story concludes on an emphatic note, with a close-up of Lillian's hand on the ballot lever. An author's note provides historical context, including information about the woman who inspired Lillian (Lillian Allen, who in 2008 at age 100 voted for Barack Obama), and ends by reminding readers that protecting voting rights is still an ongoing issue. VERDICT A powerful historical picture book.Jill Ratzan, I. L. Peretz Community Jewish School, Somerset, NJ"Moving.... Stirs up a potent mixture of grief, anger, and pride at the history of black peoples fight for access to the ballot box." The New York TimesA much-needed picture book that will enlighten a new generation about battles won and a timely call to uphold these victories in the present.Kirkus Reviews,starred reviewThe illustrations are what truly distinguish this offering A powerful historical picture book. School Library Journal, starred reviewSimple yet powerful, Lillians narrative transforms a complex topic into an affecting story suitable for a younger audience, making it a perfect introduction to voting and civil rights. An important book that will give you goose bumps. Booklist,starred review"Winter's prose has a lofty, oratorical quality...skillfully blending Lillian's individual path to the voting booth with the historical context that made it possible...A valuable introduction to and overview of the civil rights movement. Publishers Weekly,starred review; Title: Lillian's Right to Vote: A Celebration of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 | [
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14,684 | 2 | PreSRosie shows and tells readers what she does in her preschool class. She includes tips for readers like "At play time, you can play by yourself or with a friend" and "When everybody works together, cleanup goes faster." Katz's characteristic bold, colorful design of collage and mixed-media illustration conveys friendly and reassuring thoughts about going to school, while representing children of many ethnicities. This large-format book with straightforward text has an easy-to-follow story line. Preschool teachers may choose this as a read-aloud during the first few days of school, or parents of children entering preschool might find this simple narrative helpful for guiding conversations about going to school. VERDICT A solid introduction to the preschool experience.Lindsay Persohn, University of South Florida, TampaKaren Katz is the bestselling author and illustrator of the board book Where Is Babys Belly Button?, which has sold over one million copies. She has created many beloved books for children, including Princess Baby; Princess Baby, Night-Night; Counting Kisses; Toes, Ears & Nose; and Where Is Babys Mommy?; Title: Rosie Goes to Preschool | [
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14,685 | 2 | Established in July 2013 in a merger between Penguin and Random House, Penguin Random House, with nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, more than 15,000 new titles published each year, and close to 800 million print, audio, and eBooks sold annually, is the worlds leading trade book publisher. Like its predecessor companies, Penguin Random House is committed to publishing adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print editions and is a pioneer in digital publishing. Its publishing lists include more than 60 Nobel Prize laureates and hundreds of the worlds most widely read authors.; Title: Nickelodeon Story Time Collection (Nickelodeon) | [
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14,686 | 6 | JORY JOHNis a New York Times bestselling author of books for both children and adults, and a two-time E.B. White Read-Aloud Award nominee.His work includes the New York Times bestselling novel The Terrible Two, the picture book Goodnight Already! and the national bestseller All my friends are dead, among many other books.; Title: I Will Chomp You! | [
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14,687 | 2 | JENNA MCCARTHY is a speaker, a former radio personality, and the internationally published author of several books for adults, a middle-grade fiction series (the Maggie Malone books), and now picture books! She collects hats, speaks really bad French, and is positive shed be a tennis star if the net didnt keep getting in the way. Jenna lives with her husband and two daughters in California. You can visit her online at jennamccarthy.com. MOLLY IDLE (2014 Caldecott Honor winner Flora and the Flamingo, Tea Rex) graduated from Arizona State University with a BFA in Drawing, and soon after accepted an offer to work for DreamWorks Feature Animation Studios. After five years, a number of film credits, and an incredibly good time, she left the studio and leapt with gusto into the world of childrens book illustration! Molly now lives in Arizona with her brilliant husband, two wonderfully mischievous sons, and two snuggly cats. Visit her online at idleillustration.com.; Title: Poppy Louise is Not Afraid of Anything | [
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14,688 | 5 | Laurence Yep is a two-time Newbery Honor winner, Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award nominee, and winner of the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award for his substantial and lasting contribution to the world of childrens literature. So it is only fitting that the famed prairie writer herself makes a brief appearance in Winnies story. Yep is the author of more than sixty books, including the American Girl of the Year stories about Mia and Isabelle. Joanne Ryder has her own ties to Laura Ingalls Wilder. She helped edit West from Home: Letters of Laura Ingalls Wilder, San Francisco, 1915. Already in love with the city, Ingallss letters introduced Ryder to the 1915 San Francisco Worlds Fair, providing the perfect backdrop for Winnie and Miss Drakes adventures. In her storied career, Ryder has published more than seventy books and received numerous awards for her nature writing and poetry.CHAPTER ONEIt is vital to teach your pet that the past is never past. Its just hiding, waiting to surprise or catch you unawares.MISS DRAKEWake up! Wake up! Wake up! Winnie bellowed.I roused enough to realize that my bed was creaking and shaking like it wanted to throw me off. Id woken just the same way more than a hundred years ago to death and devastation. With a chill, I thought, Earthquake!With my eyes only half-opened, I forced myself to sit up, knowing that we had only seconds to reach the safety of the doorframe. That was when I saw that a more personal force of nature was trying to demolish my bed. Clad in pajamas and bathrobe and flinging her arms every which way, my pet, Winnie, was bouncing up and down on the mattress like a jack-in-the-box gone mad. She was making up in energy what she lacked in destructive size and weight.I lunged forward and caught her in midair between my paws. Stop that! Who asked you to replace my alarm clock? I glanced groggily at the clock and gave a start. It was before sunrise!I had grown resigned to Winnie invading my apartment at all hours, but this was the first time shed come in so early. Hatchlings need to learn that there are boundaries they must not cross, but lately Id been lax about disciplining her.Humans should never be seen nor heard before the first cup of tea, I said in a voice stern enough to make tigers cower and sharks flee.Winnie, though, simply kicked her feet slowly back and forth as she dangled between my paws. But its Topsy-Turvy Day!Topsy-Turvy Day was a tradition at Winnies school, the Spriggs Academy. On that day, the magical and natural students switched places--naturals was another word for humans in the magical community. Magicals had to stay in their human disguises and use no magic. Naturals had to wear masks of magical creatures and perform simple coin or card tricks. If a magical was caught using magic or a natural flubbed the trick, the miscreant had to sing the Academy fight song three times in a minute or suffer further penalties.I set her on my bed so I could cover my muzzle politely with a paw as I yawned. Topsy-Turvy Day was last week, and anyway thats for Spriggs, not home.She wrapped her arms around my foreleg. It was so much fun at school, I thought wed start holding it here.Gently, I pushed her aside and began re-coiling myself elegantly on my large, round, oh-so-comfortable bed. You already had plenty of fun yesterday setting off fireworks on Vesuvius.It had seemed like a pleasant thing to do after picnicking on the volcanos slopes as we gazed at Napless sunny bay. How was I supposed to know the pyrotechnics would cause a small panic in the city below?Winnie threw herself on my moving tail, pinning it against the mattress. But that was yesterday, and todays today. I want every day to be Topsy-Turvy from now on.There was only one way I was going to keep her from attaching herself to me like a barnacle. No wish is perfect, so well only celebrate it today. Well begin at nine.Winnie jutted out her chin like she did when she was driving one of her hard bargains. Eight. She seemed determined to enjoy as much of the day as possible.Eight-thirty, I countered.Deal. Releasing my tail, she clambered over my coiled body and lay down in the empty center of my bed. Before I could tell her to stop treating me like her personal jungle gym, she had curled up against me as if my scales were soft as wool.I should, of course, have picked her up and set her outside. I should have done many things to educate this half-feral creature, but as so often happened, I found myself indulging her.Sheltered within the armored circle of my body, she was already falling asleep. As I listened to her breathing slow and deepen, I was touched by her faith in me to keep her safe.In her brief ten years, shed led a hard, stressful life, staying one step ahead of the detectives and lawyers seeking to take her away from her mother and send her to her cold, unfeeling grandfather Jarvis. But those days were gone.My Fluffy, Winnies great-aunt, had left the mansion and her wealth to Liza, Winnies mother. But even without the house and fortune, Winnie knew I would protect her from harm, be it from an army of detectives, lawyers, or three-headed monsters.With one forepaw, I lifted her head up, and with my other forepaw, I got a pillow and eased it between her cheek and my body.Since Winnie came into my life, every day has been topsy-turvy, I reflected as I fell asleep again.Im afraid it was eight-forty-five before I woke up again. Lifting my head carefully, I saw that Winnie was gone, so I uncoiled from my pest-free bed and stretched leisurely.After taking care of my morning toilet, I thought I had done well to climb the basement stairs by nine.Ha! Youre late! Winnie scolded.Fluffy had taught me the Topsy-Turvy chant when you demanded a magic trick from a natural:Magic, magic all around.Have you lost it? Or is it found?Winnie held up a right hand and pulled back her sleeve. Observe. Nothing up my sleeve. She repeated the same gesture with her left. And nothing here.Before Topsy-Turvy Day at Spriggs, shed used online videos to learn how to produce pennies from behind a spectators ear. So I expected her to take a coin from behind one of mine, and I was about to tell her, No pennies, please. A dragon deserves only quarters or higher denominations.But instead, an orange water pistol appeared in her hand.I wagged a finger at her. Dont you dare--glug!With alarming accuracy, she sent a stream of water into my mouth and up my face. For such a small pistol, it held an amazing amount of water. This would not have been a problem in my dragon form, but for Topsy-Turvy Day, Id changed into a human disguise. Instantly, I felt my coiffure sag and the wet locks fall around my ears like a sand castle collapsing in the incoming tide. Id have to redo the whole spell again. Give me my scales and a can of expensive car wax anytime.That was annoying enough, but then I saw some of the water had splashed off me and onto Calebs portrait.Have more respect for your great-grandfather, I scolded, pointing to the drops of liquid.The paintings covered by glass. Winnie held up the orange pistol. And anyway, its only water. Im cleaning it.I was about to unleash a blistering scolding when I caught myself in time. Control yourself. She doesnt understand. Patience is the key to raising a pet, especially a natural hatchling. And before you lecture or punish her, you must explain what she has done wrong.Would you shoot water at a picture of your mother or your great-aunt Amelia? I demanded as I rubbed the glass vigorously with a dress sleeve.Well, no. She gave a shrug. Thatd be like shooting water right at them.I lowered my arm as the full truth dawned on me. But Caleb is just a name to you, isnt he?Winnie shrugged. What do you expect? He was Great-Aunt Amelias dad. I never met him, and he never wrote me like she did. How could he? He died before I was born.Her grandfather Jarvis had chased her for years, trying to get custody of her, and that had made her suspicious of strangers. Acquaintances had to prove to her that they were worthy of her friendship either in person like her schoolmates or at least in letters and gifts like Fluffy, my dear pet Amelia. To that small circle, Winnie was intensely loyal, but to everyone else--including her own ancestors, it seemed--she was intensely indifferent.She watched water drip from Calebs picture. Besides, one Granddad Jarvis is enough. I dont need to meet his father.Last Christmas, Jarvis had given up trying to get Winnie because, as he told her, she was already as tough and ruthless as he was. Though Id done my best to comfort her, that thought still festered inside her and apparently was another reason she wanted to ignore her familys past. He was also the father of your great-aunt Amelia, who was the kindest of souls, I tried to clarify.She turned away from Caleb. Im okay with the way things are.Winnie was like a castaway on her own lonely little island who saw Caleb only at a distance across a vast sea of time. But with my long life, my memories stretched from one pet to the next like a bridge connecting one island after another.Well, he thought enough of you to leave you something. I smoothed my wet bangs from my eyes. Id intended to give it to you at the end of the year, but I think we need to do it sooner.Winnies eyes widened. He knew about me?It was more a hope, I admitted truthfully. Everyone was making a time capsule then, so he did too, and he asked me to hand it to his descendants after a hundred years.Winnie had the courtesy to look a little guilty. Whats in the time capsule?I dont know any more than you do, I said. He filled the time capsule and locked it before he gave it and its key to me.Winnies eyebrows shot up excitedly. Do you think theres any treasure in it?It would be what an eleven-year-old boy thought of as treasures, I cautioned. But maybe what he put in there will make your ancestor seem more real to you.Unfortunately, though, his youthful tastes were only a small part of the delight that had been Caleb. He would never be alive to Winnie as he was to me. Hed been only three when the Great Earthquake hit San Francisco, and Id carried him from the ruins of the original house.But Winnie hadnt held him tight as the wall of fire swept across San Francisco after the earthquake, the smoke turning day into night.Then I remembered an invitation Id gotten. With regret, Id torn it up. But now ... yes, why not? In fact, would you like to meet him Saturday?In a magic mirror? Winnie asked.I shook my head. Magic mirrors are notoriously uncooperative, rarely showing you what you want to see in the past. Ive tried looking for Caleb in several mirrors, but none of them would let me. No, well go back to see him in person.Winnie gasped. You mean, time travel?Of a sort, I said. The High Council has set up rules so no one can change the past and our present.Could we really do something to change the present? Winnie asked with a bit too much curiosity.Not if we follow the Councils rules ... which we certainly will do, I told her firmly. But I thought to myself, More or less.I began making mental lists of all the things I needed to do now, starting with RSVPing to Willamar, a respectable troll who was arranging the excursion. I had some lovely gold-edged note cards that a young Queen Victoria had given me after Id fetched the perfect Norwegian fir tree for her husband, Prince Albert, one Christmas. She knew he was homesick during the holidays, so shed hoped that he would cheer up if they decorated a tree like families did in his homeland. Who knew a German custom would catch on in England?And since we had to go in period outfits, Id have to obtain something suitable yet striking for Winnie and myself. And of course, there were our hairdos to plan and appropriate accessories to unearth in my closet. How delightful!Time traveling is even better than Topsy-Turvy Day, Winnie crowed, and gave me another squirt of water.As water dripped from my nose, I held up a hand and announced, And with that prank, I now declare Topsy-Turvy Day officially over for the year.But-- Winnie began.I waved my finger in front of her face. No ifs, ands, or buts. I have a lot to do if were going to be ready by Friday.Winnie tapped her water pistol against her chin. Well, I guess theres always next year.With a pet, there is always a surprise to look forward to ... and a surprise to dread.CHAPTER TWOTime travel is never easy. If you want a carefree trip, take a walk in the park.MISS DRAKEThe cab let us off in front of a four-story mansion that had been built a year after the Exposition had closed. It was surrounded by large block-like modern homes and apartment houses, jammed together with immaculate sidewalks where not a weed was allowed to grow. It was all very impersonal, very sterile, and very expensive.Winnie was wearing what a well-dressed young lady would in 1915 ... which did not please her at all. Luckily she could wear a long jacket that would cover some of her lovely dress and keep her warm when the fog blew in. I offered to form her untamable hair into charming dangling ringlets for the evening, but she refused. So her wide-brimmed hat sat a bit crooked on top of her curls. And I skipped the silk parasol entirely. A girl of 1915 would think it an accessory, but Winnie would consider it a handy weapon. Not a perfect transformation, but I did my best.As she headed toward the party, her walk wasnt any different than it usually was. But her 1915 skirt and petticoats were made for flouncing.She scowled down at it. This dress is just too girly. And why do I need gloves? Its not cold.Remember, its 1915. A proper young lady wears gloves in public, I told her. And besides it will cover up your ring. I wouldnt want some envious guest to snatch it off your finger.I had given Winnie her ring last Christmas. Anyone could see the gem change color from purplish red in candlelight to greenish blue in daylight. But it had other qualities that only she would discover in time ... if she didnt lose it first.Time travel is not without its penalties, I replied, and shooed her along.After the Great Earthquake and Fire had destroyed much of San Francisco in 1906, the city had wanted to show the world that it had risen again from the ashes. San Francisco had used the opening of the Panama Canal as an excuse, but by 1915, the Panama-Pacific International Exposition had become so much more. It was a place of wonder and delight: the San Francisco we saw with our hearts rather than our eyes had become real.; Title: A Dragon's Guide to Making Perfect Wishes | [
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14,689 | 5 | "A fun, fast-paced, and highly enjoyable tale." -Garth Nix, bestselling author of the Abhorsen trilogy"The most delightful fantasy I have read in ages.. . .Put me on the waiting list for book 2!" -Amy Plum, international bestselling author of the Die For Me seriesIn this Norse-flavored adventure, Anders, editorial director for Pyr Books and editor of numerous anthologies, pits a clever boy and a resourceful half-giant girl against numerous enemies and the hazards of the frozen wilderness. Twelve-year-old Karn has no desire to learn the family business of farming; hes much more interested in playing the strategy board game Thrones and Bones. Thiannas human ancestry makes her an oddity and object of derision among her full-blooded giant peers. Nevertheless, Karn and Thianna become reluctant allies and friends when trouble threatens: Karn runs afoul of a malevolent undead lord, while Thianna must flee from her human mothers people, who seek a long-lost artifact. Though a lot of elements are in play, Anders ties the novels threads together in a neatly satisfying way, crafting a powerful, fast-paced tale. Cleverness is valued as much as martial abilities, swiftness of mind as much as strength of sword arm. The setting is rich, the characters well-defined, and the danger ever-paramount. Its a strong and thoroughly enjoyable start to the Thrones and Bones series. - Publishers Weekly, Starred Review"An obsessive gamer and a sassy half-giant affirm that power lies in being underestimated. As the heir apparent to a powerful farm in Norrngard (think a fictional Norway), 12-year-old Karn is expected to comprehend bartering techniques (six ewes + six lambs = one cow). His predilection for Thrones and Bones (a traditional Norrnir board game) and disdain for a bucolic existence dont invite any confidence from his father. Thianna is a 12-year-old half-giant and half-human (by way of her deceased mother). At 7 feet tall, shes considered diminutive by giant standards and would cut her human half out in an instant if she could. When their fathers meet for several days of trading goods, Thianna and Karn strike up an unexpected friendship. Their need for an alliance is accelerated when nemeses from Thiannas mothers past surface, and Karns life is designated an obstacle by his Machiavellian uncle. Enter: wyverns, a seemingly silent horn, undead assailants, flatulent trolls and one massive dragon. A merging of comedy, action and suspense maintains a promising pace. As present as the lurking danger are two important messages: Focus your energy toward accentuating your strengths rather than regretting weaknesses, and always stand downwind from a troll. Future fans of Tolkien and George R.R. Martin can happily cut their serial-fantasy teeth on this first book of an eventual series. (map, illustrated guide to the Thrones and Bones game) (Fantasy. 10-14)" -Kirkus ReviewsFrom the Hardcover edition.Lou Anderss research on Norse mythology while writing Frostborn turned into a love affair with Viking culture and a first visit to Norway. He hopes the series will appeal to boys and girls equally. Anders is the recipient of a Hugo Award for editing and a Chesley Award for art direction. He has published over 500 articles and stories on science fiction and fantasy television and literature. A prolific speaker, Anders regularly attends writing conventions around the country. He and his family reside in Birmingham, Alabama. You can visit Anders online at louanders.com and ThronesandBones.com, on Facebook, and on Twitter at @ThronesandBones.; Title: Frostborn (Thrones and Bones) | [
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14,690 | 5 | Gr 46In this second book in the series about a grand dragon and her human "pet," Miss Drake sends Winnie to Spriggs Academy, where the students are a mixture of regular kids, known as "naturals," and "magicals," kids ranging from young enchanters to werewolves to centaurs. Faculty members include a witch, a bird lady, and Sir Isaac Newton. Familiar school-based plot elements of bullies, class excursions, and talent shows take on new twists with magical elements thrown in. There's also a fun blend of magic and modern technology: Miss Drake the dragon is a frequent user of text messaging. Along with the school antics, Winnie faces other challenges: she must reveal the secret world of magic to her oblivious mother and survive a kidnapping plot by her evil grandpa. The girl handles everything just fine, with determination, curiosity, and a kind heart, along with occasional use of handy magical objects. While Winnie's triumphs neatly demonstrate that personal qualities are as valuable as natural-born magic, her easy success feels rather anticlimactic. She charms her greedy, power-hungry grandfather, as well as the school bully, with offers of friendship, and her mother's acceptance of the world of magic occurs with even less drama. Winnie's straightforward narration alternates with passages from Miss Drake, whose wry tone adds light humor to the story. An appealing black-and-white drawing opens each chapter. VERDICT A solid choice for readers new to fantasy and those who like gentle adventures with a touch of humor.Steven Engelfried, Wilsonville Public Library, ORLaurence Yep is a two-time Newbery Honor winner, a recipient of the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award, and a nominee for the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award. He is the author of more than sixty books, including the Isabelle American Girl titles and A Dragons Guide to the Care and Feeding of Humans, which he cowrote with his wife, Joanne Ryder. Joanne has published over seventy books and received numerous awards for her nature writing and poetry.; Title: A Dragon's Guide to Making Your Human Smarter | [
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14,691 | 0 | JANETTE SEBRING LOWREY (18921986) wrote mostly teen fiction during the 1940s and 1950s. Her young adult novel Margaret was adapted into a TV serial, Walt Disney Presents: Annette, which aired on The Mickey Mouse Club in 1958, starring Annette Funicello. But Lowrey is best known as the author of The Poky Little Puppy, the bestselling picture book of all time (18 million copies).; Title: The Poky Little Puppy Step into Reading | [
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14,692 | 0 | KATE KLIMO is the author of many books for young readers, including The Dragon Keepers and all the books in the Dog Dairies series. She lives in New Paltz with her husband and two horses, Harry and Fancy. Over the years, she has served as companion to eight dogs: Pal, Beauregard, Fred, Kelly, Bear, Rascal, Dobey, and George W. Currently, she is searching for a furever friend who gets along well with horses. To learn more about her and her work, visit www.kateklimoauthor.com.TIM JESSELL is an award-winning illustrator whose work has appeared in numerous children's books. He is the illustrator of all the books in the Dog Diaries series. Check out his work at timjessell.com.; Title: Dog Diaries #6: Sweetie | [
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14,693 | 20 | JAN PIENKOWSKI is a distinguished illustrator of childrens books. Born in Warsaw, Poland, in 1936, he spent his childhood there under German occupation and moved to England shortly after the war. He studied English literature and classics at Cambridge and became a designer after graduation. Since then he has illustrated more than fifty childrens books and was twice awarded Englands highest honor for childrens book illustration, the Kate Greenaway Medal.; Title: Easter: A Selection of Verses from the King James Bible | [
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14,694 | 2 | In drily funny writing and b&w illustrations, Mills (the Franklin School Friends series) and Kath capture Noras delightful enterprising and willingness to push the boundariessometimes (she knows the limit when it comes to sitting with the boys at lunch). Noras genuine love for ants will resonate with children who have a passion for something out of the ordinary. Publishers Weeklystarred review Readers will be drawn into the story by the sincere and realistic characters Mills has created, as well as the pleasing and appealing illustrations found in every chapter. School Library Journal The bright and charming Nora . . . displays independent thought, vision, and passion, while letting the reader know . . . that science is unassailably cool. Booklist Middle-grade readers will hope for more Nora Notebooks, soon. Kirkus ReviewsFrom the Hardcover edition.Claudia Mills is the author of over fifty books for young readers. She does not personally keep an ant farm, but she does have a cat, Snickers, with whom she curls up on her couch at home in Boulder, Colorado, drinking hot chocolate and writing.; Title: The Nora Notebooks, Book 1: The Trouble with Ants | [
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14,695 | 2 | PreSChildhood is a time full of potential, and Martin celebrates this promise in this work. The general premise of Dr. Seuss's classic, Oh, The Places You'll Go is pared down to elegant simplicity. "Will you stand up for good/By saving the day?/Or play a song only you/Know how to play?" While the rhyming text falters a bit in spots, the word choice overall is spare, inspiring, and accessible to preschoolers. Children are encouraged to be kind, clever, and bold, to take care of the small, and to help things grow. Martin's oil paintings have the same retro, mid-century feel as her other illustrations, with large-eyed children of many ethnicities playing, gardening, and sharing together. VERDICT A go-to gift for new parents, and a potential bedtime favorite for many children.Martha Link Yesowitch, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, NCHer children are so serious and so unflappable that they convey not just hope for the future, but a sense of manifest destiny. Publishers Weeklystarred reviewSweet but not saccharine and singsong but not forced, Martin's text is one that will invite rereadings as it affirms parental wishes for children while admirably keeping child readers at its heart.Kirkusstarred review; Title: The Wonderful Things You Will Be | [
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14,696 | 2 | "A wonderful tale This book is like no other I've read. It's a complete original." -- James Patterson"In this entertaining literary romp, the author includes references to over 20 classic tales, from Aesop's Fables to Holes. For curious readers, he's listed the titles at the end, but familiarity with these stories is not required to appreciate this fast-paced fantasy. Readers will wish their summers were so eventful." - Kirkus Reviews"Readers will appreciate Billys cleverness in solving his ever-growing problems, as these literary characters make plenty of trouble outside the confines of their intended stories. Effortlessly readable and a whole lot of fun." - Booklist ReviewsCHRIS GRABENSTEIN is the author of the New York Times bestseller Escape from Mr. Lemoncellos Library and the Haunted Mystery series. He is also the coauthor, with James Patterson, of the #1 bestselling I Funny and Treasure Hunters series. You can visit Chris at ChrisGrabenstein.com.; Title: The Island of Dr. Libris | [
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14,697 | 2 | JULIANNE MOORE is an Academy Awardwinning actress and the author of theNew York Timesbestselling Freckleface Strawberry series andMy Mom Is a Foreigner, But Not to Me. She lives in New York City with her family.LeUYEN PHAM is the prolific illustrator of many books for children, including theNew York Timesbestselling Freckleface Strawberry series andGrace for Presidentby Kelly DiPucchio. Her own works includeTheTwelve Days of Christmas,All the Things I Love About You,andBig Sister, Little Sister. She lives with her husband and two sons in San Francisco.; Title: Freckleface Strawberry: Loose Tooth! (Step into Reading) | [
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14,698 | 5 | Gr 36Angus Cairns is a young brownie at only 150 years old. As a magical being, he is a subject of the Queen of Shadows, who rules the Enchanted Realm. When the old woman to whom Angus is bound passes away, the binding curse from the queen forces Angus to leave his native Scotland to live and serve in an unknown territoryAmerica. Angus's ancestors were obligated by the curse to the McGonagall family until what was taken from the queen is returned. The curse further stipulates that all male McGonagalls will become obsessed with poetry that "shall be like the braying of asses," sure to bring embarrassment and misery. After a harrowing journey, Angus arrives at his new and strange home and finds the girl to whom he is bound, 11-year-old Alex Carhart. Not only is she a messy, disorganized childthe antithesis of brownie behaviorbut there is also a brother, a younger sister, and a cat in the house. Reluctantly at first, Angus and Alex come to respect and even believe in each other. Together they break the curse, which has started to have devastating (and very funny) effects on Alex's brother and father, the cursed McGonagall male descendants. The story unfolds through Angus's diary, Alex's journal, and a host of other communiques in the form of letters, text messages, and notes. Each maintains its own cadence and the sense that magical and human worlds are meeting. The result is a humorous, quick-paced, and engaging tale. Human and magical characters are likable with characteristics that readers will recognize. VERDICT This is a fresh and fast tale that is sure to elevate the standing of brownies, goblins, and other magical beings.Maria B. Salvadore, formerly at District of Columbia Public Library"A knee-slapper."—Kirkus Reviews* "It’s not easy to merge such disparate elements as traditional Scottish lore and modern American life, but Coville brings it off with wit, style, and respect. The first volume of the Enchanted Files series is smart, amusing, and a lot of fun" —Booklist (starred review); Title: The Enchanted Files: Diary of a Mad Brownie | [
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14,699 | 7 | Gr 25Ten-year-old Astra and her family are moving to a whole new planet, aptly named Nova Mundi. Since it takes 199 years to get there, the space travelers will be frozen in sleeping pods. Astra's skepticaland hungry! She decides that she needs a snack before going into hibernation, so she asks the ship's super computer robot, Nom-O-Tron, to make her the "ultimate cakeso delicious it's scary." The robot goes to work, but the girl's parents put her into her sleeping pod before any cake is produced. When Astra wakes up early, she discovers that Nom-O-Tron has made decidedly scary cupcakes that seem to be eating anything they can find. Can Astra and her robot sidekick Pilbeam save the ship? Add some otherworldly pirates and a slithery, creepy alien called the Nameless Horror, and you have a wacky and fast-moving, if somewhat outlandish, adventure. While the full-color cartoon illustrations can seem like something from The Jetsons, that won't matter to budding readers ready to step up to chapter books. Underlying lessons about not judging by appearances and being careful what you ask for contribute to a happy ending with some sci-fi fun along the way. VERDICT An out-of-this-world choice to read alone or read aloud.Katherine Koenig, The Ellis School, PAPHILIP REEVE is the acclaimed author of the Mortal Engines/Predator Cities series, the Fever Crumb series, and Here Lies Arthur (Carnegie Medal winner). He was born and raised in the seaside town of Brighton and has been writing down adventures since he was five years old. SARAH McINTYRE has written and illustrated several picture books and comics for children. Her delightfully over-the-top drawings and mischievous monkey illustrations brought Philip and Sarah together for this series.; Title: Cakes in Space (A Not-So-Impossible Tale) | [
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