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21,700 | 13 | PreS-Gr 2A coal engine, a steam shovel, a snowplow, and a cable car are the big machines that Rinker and Rocco celebrate in the story of Virginia Lee Burton's creative life. Burton's young children, Aris and Michael, clamored for stories about big machines, so "Jinnee" responded by creating Choo Choo, Mary Anne, and the others. For readers not familiar with the stories, Rinker summarizes each over a few pages, imagining Aris and Michael's reactions. Rinker also introduces an element of wonder in the narration, describing Burton as magical and her artists' tools as wands. Rocco's illustrations help convey the magic of creation: to complete the top of Choo Choo's cab, he shows Burton climbing up the ladder that she has just sketched so that she can reach. Rocco also pays tribute to Burton's early passion for ballet by depicting her creation of the big machines as graceful full-body gestures. Elements of Burton's illustrations and attention to design appear in Rocco's art: the puff of smoke above Choo Choo's smokestack contains a visual summary of the engine's adventures. This is a lovely tribute, both to a marvelous creator of books for children as well as the creative process itself. VERDICT Recommended for most picture book biography collections.Jennifer Costa, Cambridge Public Library, MA; Title: Big Machines: The Story of Virginia Lee Burton | [
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21,701 | 1 | Hansand MargretReycreated many books during their lives together, includingCurious George, one of the most treasured classics of all time, as well as other favorites likeSpottyandPretzel.But it was their rambunctious little monkey who became an instantly recognizable icon. After the Reys escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript for the originalCurious George, the book was published in America in 1941. More than 200 Curious George titles followed, with 75 million books soldworldwide. Curious George has been successfully adapted into a major motion picture and an Emmy-winning television show onPBS.www.curiousgeorge.com.; Title: Happy Birthday, Curious George | [
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21,702 | 2 | ". . . droll humor and the reading-positive message. . . the simple sentences and repetitions lend themselves well to reading aloud." —Kirkus ". . . Won’s story makes it clear how shared passions and goals can bring friends together." —Publishers WeeklyBrian Won is an illustrator, author, and art director. Hooray for Hat!, his picture book debut, was named a Huffington Post Best Picture Book and an NPR Best Book, and Hooray for Today! received a starred review from Kirkus. He lives with his family near Los Angeles, California. www.brianwon.com; Title: Hooray for Books! | [
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21,703 | 2 | PreS-KOwl is "wide awake and ready to play," confident that "this will be a good, good day." Donning a hat, tooting a horn, waving balloons in the air, and sharing a storybook, she hopes to inspire her animal friends to join in some rollicking fun. Unfortunately, it is late and each one is too drowsy to participate, leaving a disappointed Owl to return home with head hanging low. Later, as the sun starts coming out, she finds them wide awake and ready to play. This time, she is the weary one and begs for a brief delay until after her nap, when she is again raring to go and announces, "HOORAY, LET'S PLAY!" In short rhymes, using plenty of simple repetition, Won's picture book is ideal for children having trouble surrendering to nighttime sleep. The subtle message is that there will be enough time to playbut only after bedtime. Won's opening background pages of dark midnight blue stands in stark contrast to the bright, vivid colors of the festive-looking Owl. This is followed by lighter violet hues as dawn approaches and the sun begins to rise alongside Owl's perkier, well-rested buddies. Children will giggle seeing Zebra with eyes tightly closed and forepaws against his ears while Owl toots a horn atop his head. They should pick up on the word HOORAY referring to more than Owl's happy-go-lucky attitude about celebrating a new day. VERDICT A winning read-aloud sure to resonate best with preschoolers reluctant to bed down for the night and for ardent fans of Won's Hooray for Hats.Etta Anton, Yeshiva of Central Queens, NY; Title: Hooray for Today! | [
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21,704 | 2 | OLIVIER DUNREA is the creator of beautiful and well-loved childrens books. A painter and a sculptor, his work centers around farms, animals, architecture, and folklore. He lives in the tiny village of Narrowsburg, New York, in the Catskill Mountains.; Title: Gemma & Gus (board book) (Gossie & Friends) | [
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21,705 | 0 | "...readers will find this fast read thoroughly authentic and enjoyable."—VOYA"[Shay's] clever, matter-of-fact voice soars, and readers will find it impossible not to root for her as she learns to accept herself and believe that other people can do the same."—Booklist"This funny, heart-wrenching novel celebrates those who don’t fit into society’s mold and the people who love them as they are. Even if the popular crowd at Shay’s school doesn’t appreciate her wit, compassion, and courage, readers will."—Publishers Weekly"Dynamic story of grief, loyalty, and, finally, some cheerworthy victories."—Kirkus Lola StVil was seven when she first came to the US from Port-au-Prince, Haiti. She attended Columbia College in Chicago, where her main focus was creative writing. She is the author of the best-selling Guardians series and the Noru series.; Title: Girls Like Me | [
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21,706 | 1 | ALICE SCHERTLE is a poet and the author of many well-loved books for children, including the beloved, best-sellingLittle Blue Truck series,Very Hairy Bear,Button Up!, and All You Need for a Snowman. She lives in Plainfield, Massachusetts.; Title: Little Blue Truck's Halloween | [
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21,707 | 2 | Gr 46Jim Murphy has decided that sixth grade is going to be differentthis year he will not sit in the back of the class, he will do his homework, and he just might manage to impress his crush, Kathy Guenther. This plan goes awry within the first minutes of the first day of school, when Jim's new teacher, Sister Angelica Rose, reveals that she has an entire folder detailing his past antics. After repeated humiliations at her hands, Jim and his friends start work on elaborate revenge plots. The author and main character share a name, which, along with a "warning" at the beginning of the book, sets up this goofy tale as an autobiography. It often reads like a story told by an older relative, and though this conversational style can be appealing, younger readers aren't given a lot of context for the world of a 1950s Catholic school and the secondary characters aren't always well realized. Nonetheless, the quick plotting, school high jinks, and charming protagonist will go a long way for many readers. VERDICT Recommended for fans of slapstick humor.Gesse Stark-Smith, Multnomah County Library, Portland, OR; Title: Revenge of the Green Banana | [
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21,708 | 13 | PreS-Gr 2Houdini the rabbit is a natural performer. He closely assists Monsieur Lapin in his magic shows, rallies the rabbit entourage in rehearsals, and makes sure everyone goes to bed on time. However, during a show, the magician slips on a leftover banana peel and drops his wand, which lands in front of Houdini! Being the natural magician's assistant he is, he takes up the wand and "SHAZAAM!," he turns Monsieur Lapin into a rabbit. Houdini takes over, doing show after show, and spectators are thrilled by a rabbit magician. However, everyone is suffering from the new fame of Houdini. The other rabbits are disorderly, and Monsieur Lapin misses the spotlight. Can Houdini reverse the spell? This captivating telling isn't a typical pulling-a-rabbit-out-of-a-hat tale. McLaren uses digital techniques to create cartoon panels and sequencing, along with cool hues, to unify and help move the plot forward. Young readers will not only enjoy the narrative but will also pick up the hidden cues woven into the illustrations. VERDICT A recommended read-aloud for those looking for an unusual yet simple magician story.Briana Moore, Elmont Memorial Library, NY; Title: Rabbit Magic | [
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21,709 | 2 | OLIVIER DUNREA is the creator of beautiful and well-loved childrens books. A painter and a sculptor, his work centers around farms, animals, architecture, and folklore. He lives in the tiny village of Narrowsburg, New York, in the Catskill Mountains.; Title: Gossie & Friends Big Book of Adventures | [
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21,710 | 2 | 2018 Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book"Themes of acceptance, self-love, and appreciation make this an excellent choice for early readers or a one-on-one storybook for older prereaders." Booklist"The friends' banter is light and humorous, and their foibles and misunderstandings will provoke laughter as surely as the expressive, multimedia cartoon illustrations will." Kirkus Reviews; Title: Snail and Worm Again: Three Stories About Two Friends | [
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21,711 | 0 | Gr 57Jackson's second novel in the continuing story of Rosa "Rose" Lee Carter, a 13-year-old African American girl growing up in Mississippi. The year is 1955, and the town of Stillwater, MI, is still reeling from the injustice of Emmett Till's murderers going free. The white folks are saying that ever since the trial, "the coloreds have gotten beside themselves." Trouble is brewing closer to Rosa than it ever has before. Her best friend, Hallelujah, the preacher's son, is stirring up talk of holding demonstrations in Stillwater. But it is Rosa's cousin Shorty who is determined to take a stronger stance against whites, using guns instead of words. While the backdrop of the story depicts the violence and hatred toward blacks in the South, racial tension and injustice is weaved throughout Rosa's own story. Many readers will be shaken by the level of violence that pervaded this time and region of the country, while others will see echoes of this history in current events. There is also much inspiration to be found in Rosa's resilience and her determination to make something good of her life and not leave her beloved South for a "safer" part of the country. Jackson presents a raw and frank look at what growing up in the deep South during Jim Crow was really like. VERDICT A powerful and well-crafted novel that will spark deep discussion of this era in U.S. historyand its contemporary repercussions.Carol Connor, Cincinnati Public Schools, OH; Title: A Sky Full of Stars | [
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21,712 | 6 | ANTOINE DE SAINT-EXUPRY, the "Winged Poet," was born in Lyon, France, in 1900.A pilot at twenty-six, he was a pioneer of commercial aviation and flew in the Spanish Civil War and World War II. His writings include The Little Prince, Wind, Sand and Stars, Night Flight, Southern Mail, and Airman's Odyssey. In 1944, while flying a reconnaissance mission for his French air squadron, he disappeared over the Mediterranean.; Title: The Little Prince Coloring Book: Beautiful images for you to color and enjoy... | [
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21,713 | 8 | ANTOINE DE SAINT-EXUPRY, the "Winged Poet," was born in Lyon, France, in 1900.A pilot at twenty-six, he was a pioneer of commercial aviation and flew in the Spanish Civil War and World War II. His writings include The Little Prince, Wind, Sand and Stars, Night Flight, Southern Mail, and Airman's Odyssey. In 1944, while flying a reconnaissance mission for his French air squadron, he disappeared over the Mediterranean.; Title: A Day with the Little Prince (padded board book) | [
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21,714 | 2 | Gr 46Moving to a new town is not all it is cracked up to be for Emily Edelman. Not only do her parents forget her age on her 12th birthday but she must also deal with a school bully who hates her, a bossy older sister who makes her life miserable, and an annoying little brother who drives her insane. When Emily's parents refuse to buy her a phone for her birthday, she happens upon a strange stone, which initially looks simple but ends up being magical. It hosts an "immortal creature of malignant intent with powers so grand, one can't even imagine." This creature wants to give in to its evil impulses, but by law he must obey Emily's commands. Action commences and laughter ensues as the protagonist embarks upon a fantastical adventure. This fast-paced, twisty title will engage most readers to the very end. VERDICT An outlandish take on the traditional genie-in-the-lamp tale, this humorous fantasy will appeal to middle graders and young teens.Margie Longoria, Mission High School, TX; Title: Emily and the Spellstone | [
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21,715 | 8 | ANTOINE DE SAINT-EXUPRY, the "Winged Poet," was born in Lyon, France, in 1900.A pilot at twenty-six, he was a pioneer of commercial aviation and flew in the Spanish Civil War and World War II. His writings include The Little Prince, Wind, Sand and Stars, Night Flight, Southern Mail, and Airman's Odyssey. In 1944, while flying a reconnaissance mission for his French air squadron, he disappeared over the Mediterranean.; Title: Meet the Little Prince (padded board book) | [
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21,716 | 0 | "A stirring, uplifting, and elegantly packaged saga."--Publishers Weekly, starred Publishers Weekly, Starred"More than a first biography of picture book icons, this is a fine introduction to the period for young children, a model of documentation, and an exceptionally inviting and well-designed book." --Horn Book Horn BookAllan Drummond studied illustration at the Royal College of Art in London and has lived and worked in France and the USA. www.allandrummond.com.; Title: The Journey That Saved Curious George Young Readers Edition: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H. A. Rey | [
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21,717 | 1 | Hans and Margret Rey created many books during their lives together, includingCurious George, one of the most treasured classics of all time, as well as other favorites likeSpottyandPretzel.But it was their rambunctious little monkey who became an instantly recognizable icon. After the Reys escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript for the originalCurious George, the book was published in America in 1941. More than 200 Curious George titles followed, with 75 million books soldworldwide. Curious George has been successfully adapted into a major motion picture and an Emmy-winning television show onPBS.; Title: Curious George Goes to the Hospital (Special Edition) | [
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21,718 | 1 | "It is pure Perrault, pure Galdone, and children will love it." School Library Journal, StarredPaul Galdone was born in Budapest, Hungary in 1907 and emigrated to the United States in 1928. After finishing his studies at the Art Student League and the New York School of Industrial Design, Mr. Galdone worked in the art department of a major publishing house. There he was introduced to the process of bookmaking, an activity that was soon to become his lifelong career. Before his death in 1986, Mr. Galdone illustrated almost three hundred books, many of which he himself wrote or retold. He is fondly remembered for his contemporary style, bright earthy humor, and action-filled illustrations, which will continue to delight for generations to come.; Title: Puss in Boots (Folk Tale Classics) | [
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21,719 | 1 | Steve Jenkins has written and illustrated many nonfiction picture books for young readers, including the Caldecott Honor-winning What Do You Do with a Tail Like This? His books have been called stunning, eye-popping, inventive, gorgeous, masterful, extraordinary, playful, irresistible, compelling, engaging, accessible, glorious, and informative. He lives in Boulder, Colorado with his wife and frequent collaborator, Robin Page. www.stevejenkinsbooks.com; Title: I See a Kookaburra!: Discovering Animal Habitats Around the World | [
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21,720 | 11 | Hansand MargretReycreated many books during their lives together, includingCurious George, one of the most treasured classics of all time, as well as other favorites likeSpottyandPretzel.But it was their rambunctious little monkey who became an instantly recognizable icon. After the Reys escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript for the originalCurious George, the book was published in America in 1941. More than 200 Curious George titles followed, with 75 million books soldworldwide. Curious George has been successfully adapted into a major motion picture and an Emmy-winning television show onPBS.www.curiousgeorge.com.; Title: Curious George Dragon Dance (CGTV 8x8) | [
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21,721 | 16 | Hansand MargretReycreated many books during their lives together, includingCurious George, one of the most treasured classics of all time, as well as other favorites likeSpottyandPretzel.But it was their rambunctious little monkey who became an instantly recognizable icon. After the Reys escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript for the originalCurious George, the book was published in America in 1941. More than 200 Curious George titles followed, with 75 million books soldworldwide. Curious George has been successfully adapted into a major motion picture and an Emmy-winning television show onPBS.www.curiousgeorge.com.; Title: Curious George Discovers the Seasons (science storybook) | [
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21,722 | 2 | Karen English is a Coretta Scott King Honor Award-winner and the author of It All Comes Down to This,a Kirkus Prize Finalist, as well as the Nikki and Deja and The Carver Chronicles series. Her novels have been praised for their accessible writing, authentic characters, and satisfying storylines.She is a former elementary school teacher and lives in Los Angeles, California.; Title: Trouble Next Door: The Carver Chronicles, Book Four | [
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21,723 | 1 | Hans and Margret Rey created many books during their lives together, includingCurious George, one of the most treasured classics of all time, as well as other favorites likeSpottyandPretzel.But it was their rambunctious little monkey who became an instantly recognizable icon. After the Reys escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript for the originalCurious George, the book was published in America in 1941. More than 200 Curious George titles followed, with 75 million books soldworldwide. Curious George has been successfully adapted into a major motion picture and an Emmy-winning television show onPBS.; Title: It's Ramadan, Curious George | [
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21,724 | 2 | "What strikes are the mundane aspects of the brief war: going out to play and explore a familiar but ruined neighborhood, the boredom and fear of awaiting scheduled airstrikes, living with uncertainty about loved ones returning home. Still, there’s room for optimism and humor despite Fadhil’s harrowing experience."—Booklist "Roy (Jars of Hope) and Fadhil, an interpreter during Hussein’s trial, offer a window into what Ali calls “the true Iraq” and a disturbing but accessible portrait of a civilian child’s perspective on war."-Publishers Weekly "This blending of biography, historical fiction, and realistic fiction paints a vivid portrait of daily family life in Iraq and the trials many faced."--School Library JournalJennifer Roy is the author of the highly acclaimed Yellow Star, which won a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Award for Excellence in Children’s Literature, was an ALA Notable Book, a School Library Journal Best Book, and a NYPL Top Book. She is also the author of Cordially Uninvited and Mindblind and the coauthor of the Trading Faces series.www.jenniferroy.com Twitter:@Jenroybook ; Title: Playing Atari with Saddam Hussein: Based on a True Story | [
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21,725 | 13 | Marilyn Singer is the author of more than one hundred books for children, including the Tallulah books. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, and Washington, Connecticut. Visit her online at marilynsinger.net.; Title: Tallulahs Tutu | [
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21,726 | 18 | K-Gr 3Vernick (The Kid From Diamond Street: The Extraordinary Story of Baseball Legend Edith Houghton) has hit another home run with this enjoyable account of baseball clown Max Patkin. As a young boy, Patkin longed to be a major league player. An injury ended his playing career but he pitched for a navy team during World War II. After giving up a home run to Joe DiMaggio, Patkin followed DiMaggio around the bases mimicking him and making faces. A career was born, and Patkin spent the next 50 years entertaining crowds at minor league games. Vernick's delightful prose combines with Bower's cartoon illustrations to ensure an engaging readthe opening sentence alone will hook kids ("Did you hear the one about the pitcher who walked into a ballpark?"). Photographs and references are included in the back. VERDICT A welcome addition to public and school libraries alike.Margaret Nunes, Gwinnett County Public Library, GA"Vernickhas hit another home run with this enjoyable account of baseball clown Max Patkin."School Library Journal "A loving homage to the last baseball clown."Kirkus "Vernick writes in energetic prose that is well matched to debut illustrator Bowers cartoons, which depict Patkins exaggerated movements and clownlike expressions on and off the field."--Publishers Weekly "Hes a jolly subject, and Vernicks lively text gives him full due."--Bulletin for the Center of Children's Books; Title: The Funniest Man in Baseball: The True Story of Max Patkin | [
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21,727 | 2 | Gr 7 UpScoot over, Don CalameBrunner is about to join you on your perch. This is not a book for the squeamish. It's about falconry at its finest, but it is also about much more than that. On his way to capture his first hawk, Mercer Buddie meets the girl of his dreams. Unfortunately, she is also the daughter of pro-animal activists. Mercer must come to terms with who he is, who he wants to be, and the belief systems he wishes to espouse and reconcile those with his desire to be with a hot girl. The humor is bawdy, though not quite as ribald as Calame's, and the accounts of hunting and dispatching prey are as honest as the descriptions of what happens when animal rights extremists "save" animals from humans. Brunner also introduces the issue of animal research and why adorable canines may just be the answer to human cardiac conditions. Readers will think deeply about their beliefs and why they hold those values right along with the protagonist. The puns, including Mercer's decision to name his red-tailed hawk Flip, keep an otherwise heavy subject from becoming too grisly. Lovers of Sterling North's Rascal, Farley Mowat's Never Cry Wolf, and Calame's Dan Versus Nature will flock to this tale about a teen and his hawk. VERDICT Get multiple copies for nature-loving reluctant readers.Jodeana Kruse, R. A. Long High School, Longview, WA; Title: Flip the Bird | [
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21,728 | 2 | Gr 48Children's literature powerhouses Napoli and Wiesner have teamed up to create a striking graphic novel. On the boardwalk, visitors flock to Ocean Wonders, a tank filled with a shark, fish, an octopus, and a turtleand the star attraction, the elusive Fish Girl. Though kids stare into the water, they catch only a glimpse of the mermaid's fin or arm. Fish Girl's owner and protector, who calls himself Neptune, exerts a Svengali-like control over his mute ward, claiming that he once ruled the ocean and forbidding her from fully revealing herself. But when the young mermaid befriends a girl who visits the tank, she begins to question Neptune's stories about her past and to dream about escaping. Employing inspired composition, a masterly sense of perspective and angles, and a palette dominated by vivid blues and greens, Wiesner submerges readers in Fish Girl's world, conveying both her affection for her home and her companion Octopus and her desire to know life outside her constricting tank. The realistic images and controlled linework hint at a sense of magic below the surface. However, the narrative may stymie readers. Many questions go unanswered (for instance, how does Fish Girl trade her scales and fins for legs when she leaves the water?), and the book ends on a somewhat ambiguous note. VERDICT A gorgeous though cryptic offering; hand this modern-day fairy tale to those who appreciate folklore-influenced fiction.Mahnaz Dar, School Library Journal; Title: Fish Girl | [
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21,729 | 2 | Josh Schneider is the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award-winning creator of Tales for Very Picky Eatersand many popular picture books, includingPrincess Sparkle-Heart Gets a Makeover,EverybodySleeps (But Not Fred), and Kid Amazing vs. The Blob.His first book, You'll Be Sorry, was named "Book That Provides Best Ammunition to Parents Weary of Warning Their Kids About Socking Their Siblings" by Publishers Weekly magazine. Josh lives in Chicago with his wife, Dana.; Title: Kid Amazing vs. the Blob | [
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21,730 | 0 | Gr 58This story of an unlikely friendship alternates between the points of view of two boys from disparate backgrounds in 1970s Los Angeles. Charlie, who is Jewish, lives with his parents in a big home in the Hollywood Hills, where they are still mourning the death of his older brother. Armstrong, who is African American, lives with his parents and his sisters in an apartment building in South Central. Because of "Opportunity Busing" for Armstrong, both are starting sixth grade at Wonderland in Laurel Canyon. In spite of their differences and a rocky beginning, Charlie and Armstrong become good friends throughout the course of the school year. Together they confront racism, grief, and bullying. Strong language (including the use of racial slurs and sexist terms) and references to naked girls and French kissing make this a selection best suited for mature middle graders. VERDICT This uplifting and touching exploration of friendship, with a vivid setting, is a solid addition to most middle school libraries.Laurie Slagenwhite Walters, Brighton District Library, Brighton, MI"In 1974, two 11-year-old boys, one white and one black, learn that their differences don't have to keep them from becoming friends in this funny and moving middle-grade novel."; Title: Armstrong and Charlie | [
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21,731 | 11 | Eve Bunting has writtenover two hundredbooks for children, including the Caldecott Medal-winning Smoky Night, illustrated by David Diaz, The Wall, Fly Away Home, and Train to Somewhere. She lives in Southern California.; Title: Our Library | [
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21,732 | 7 | ANTOINE DE SAINT-EXUPRY, the "Winged Poet," was born in Lyon, France, in 1900.A pilot at twenty-six, he was a pioneer of commercial aviation and flew in the Spanish Civil War and World War II. His writings include The Little Prince, Wind, Sand and Stars, Night Flight, Southern Mail, and Airman's Odyssey. In 1944, while flying a reconnaissance mission for his French air squadron, he disappeared over the Mediterranean.; Title: The Little Prince Read-Aloud Storybook: Abridged Original Text | [
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21,733 | 2 | Helen Lester and Lynn Munsinger have collaborated on many funny and popular books for children, including the stories starring Tacky the Penguin and Wodney Wat, as well as the new Laugh-Along series. Helen Lester is a full-time writer who makes her home in New York. Lynn Munsinger has lived in Vermont and Connecticut, devoting her time to freelance illustration.http://www.helenlester.com/; Title: Wodney Wats Wobot | [
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21,734 | 0 | Gr 48Life in a sharecropper's shack on a cotton plantation in Mississippi during the summer of 1955 is harsh and unyielding, especially for 13-year-old Rose Lee Carter. Rose lives under the guardianship of her grandmother, who openly mocks her looks and favors her lighter-skinned cousin. Opening with a tense scene of brother Fred Lee's birth and Rose's terrifying encounter with local white supremacists, readers are immediately drawn into the deep poverty and racism that Rose faces on a constant basis. Although conditions at home, physical and emotional, are hard to bear, she enjoys a strong friendship with the son of the local preacher, Hallelujah Jenkins. African Americans registering to vote are routinely harassedand the murder of Emmett Till reverberates through the community as feelings of anger and fear intensify. Rose is a relatable, endearing, and fully developed character. Her heartaches are striking and acute. The change from her fervent desire to join her mother and stepfather in Chicago to her determination to stay in Mississippi and join the fight for civil rights is believably heroic. Descriptions of the family's severe poverty are shattering but never salacious. Preferential treatment for lighter-skinned African Americans in Rose's family and even in the mainstream African American media is painfully depicted. Recommend for fans of Jacqueline Woodson's Brown Girl Dreaming and Mildred Taylor's "Logan Family" saga. VERDICT An unflinching and sensitively-told coming-of-age story from the perspective of a smart and thoughtful young girl in 1950s Mississippi.Jennifer Schultz, Fauquier County Public Library, Warrenton, VA; Title: Midnight Without a Moon | [
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21,735 | 7 | JEAN FERRIS has written more than a dozen novels for young people, including the popular Marigold trilogy. Once Upon a Marigold was named an ALA Notable Children's Book, an ALA Best Book for Young Adults, and a New York Public Library 100 Books for Reading and Sharing title.Ms.Ferrislives in San Diego, California. Visit her website at www.jeanferris.com.; Title: The Tales of Marigold Three Books in One!: Once Upon a Marigold, Twice Upon a Marigold, Thrice Upon a Marigold | [
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21,736 | 2 | Charise Mericle Harper is the author and illustrator of many books for children, including the Just Grace series and the Next Best Junior Chef series. Charise lives in Oregon. Visit Chariseat chariseharper.com and on Twitter at @ChariseHarper.; Title: Just Grace Three Books in One!: Just Grace, Still Just Grace, Just Grace Walks the Dog | [
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21,737 | 2 |   "This poignant yet lighthearted affirmation asserts the uniqueness of each individual and reassures readers that while life is complex, sometimes messy, and even occasionally catastrophic, it is all part of the journey. While the topic may seem a bit mature or daunting for very young readers, the story has such quirky sparkle that even if readers don't quite get its meaning, they will be delighted with its sense of playfulness." —Kirkus, starred review "Visionary and unique, this is the sort of book one could never predict, but one whose resonance is impossible to deny." —Horn Book "A sophisticated allegory for the curveballs life lobs and the way we respond, it’s tailor-made for family conversations." —PWJames Kwan is an animator and illustrator based in Los Angeles, with a BFA from Pratt Institute. His stop motion film MOOON has played in festivals around the world and won awards. Visit him at http://www.james-kwan.com/.; Title: How It Feels to Be a Boat | [
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21,738 | 1 | Hans and Margret Rey created many books during their lives together, including Curious George, one of the most treasured classics of all time, as well as other favorites like Spotty and Pretzel. But it was their rambunctious little monkey who became an instantly recognizable icon. After the Reys escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript for the original Curious George, the book was published in America in 1941. More than 200 Curious George titles followed, with 75 million books sold worldwide. Curious George has been successfully adapted into a major motion picture and an Emmy-winning television show on PBS.  ; Title: Curious George Discovers Recycling (science storybook) | [
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21,739 | 2 | Gr 35Glaser's pitch-perfect debut novel set in Harlem introduces the endearing biracial Vanderbeeker family. Twins Isa and Jessie, along with siblings Oliver, Hyacinth, and Laney (ranging from ages four-and-three-quarters to 12), plus a dog, a cat, a bunny, and their parents, all live together in a brownstone on 141st Street. Unfortunately, cantankerous landlord Mr. Biederman refuses to renew the lease. They have the five days before Christmas to change his mind or they will have to move out of the only home they have ever known. Each child has a plan and a distinct personality to match; the neighbors and friends all do, too. Glaser's detailed line drawings of the block's brownstones emphasize that this book is not just about one family; rather, it encompasses the stories of an interconnected community. Jessie creates a Rube Goldberg contraption that makes music while watering the building garden. Elderly Miss Josie and Mr. Jeet live above the Vanderbeekers and count on their support. A school dance, sibling rivalry, and preparing just the right gifts for Christmas are all subplots that Glaser deftly uses as a tool to both develop the characters and engage readers in the family's entertaining daily chaos. Glaser's love for the Vanderbeekers shines through in her prose and stick drawings. Readers will look forward to future adventures. VERDICT A highly recommended purchase for all middle grade collections. Fans of Sydney Taylor and Jeanne Birdsall are sure to be satisfied by this contemporary urban update of the family-centered novel.Eva Thaler-Sroussi, Glencoe Public Library, IL; Title: The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street | [
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21,740 | 16 | Hans and Margret Rey created many books during their lives together, includingCurious George, one of the most treasured classics of all time, as well as other favorites likeSpottyandPretzel.But it was their rambunctious little monkey who became an instantly recognizable icon. After the Reys escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript for the originalCurious George, the book was published in America in 1941. More than 200 Curious George titles followed, with 75 million books soldworldwide. Curious George has been successfully adapted into a major motion picture and an Emmy-winning television show onPBS.; Title: Curious George Sight Words: 10-Book Reading Program | [
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21,741 | 5 | "A treat for myth lovers and language lovers alike, this smart and well-executed compilation should provide readers with a deeper understanding of the ways in which language evolves and of the surprising symbolism behind certain words."--Publishers Weekly, starred review"The colorful artwork and brief chapters make this volume ideal for classroom sharing. Use this unique offering to launch a discussion about the elemental power of story and its influence on modern-day language."--School Library Journal"Sure to attract language arts teachers who want students to master word origins, this work will also hold strong appeal for teens who will be attracted by the combination of clever text and exceptional illustrations."--VOYA; Title: Gifts from the Gods: Ancient Words and Wisdom from Greek and Roman Mythology | [
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21,742 | 14 | ALICE SCHERTLE is a poet and the author of many well-loved books for children, including the beloved, best-sellingLittle Blue Truck series,Very Hairy Bear,Button Up!, and All You Need for a Snowman. She lives in Plainfield, Massachusetts.; Title: La Navidad del camioncito azul (Little Blue Truck's Christmas Spanish edition) (English and Spanish Edition) | [
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21,743 | 13 | Hans and Margret Rey created many books during their lives together, includingCurious George, one of the most treasured classics of all time, as well as other favorites likeSpottyandPretzel.But it was their rambunctious little monkey who became an instantly recognizable icon. After the Reys escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript for the originalCurious George, the book was published in America in 1941. More than 200 Curious George titles followed, with 75 million books soldworldwide. Curious George has been successfully adapted into a major motion picture and an Emmy-winning television show onPBS.; Title: Curious George Builds a Tree House (CGTV Reader) | [
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21,744 | 2 | K-Gr 3Picking up exactly where The Red Book leaves off, the boy who finds the mysterious red book at the end of that story takes it home to examine it in this one. Wordless panels show him looking through the pages at the islands that fans of the first tale will recognize, zooming in until he sees a girl fishing in a boat and finding the red book in the water. When she opens the book, she finds pages revealing the boy in his room. Illustrating the power of a book to connect, she uses her intuition (and a baguette and a seagull) to find her way out of the narrative and to her new friend's door who, in his excitement, drops the red book. The smart, clean art with smooth bold lines offers so much to observe and puzzle through while telling the complex story effortlessly without the use of text. This title stands alone but pairing it with the first work makes it all the more magical, particularly because the end brings the story into a breathtaking circle. The final page showing a girl finding the lost red book in the snow is from the beginning of the previous volume, deepening the intrigue around the red book and its time sequence while providing many opportunities for discussion and creative thinking. VERDICT Whether being explored for pleasure or for academic purposes, this title will add value to any library collection, especially ones that have copies of its predecessor.Julie Roach, Cambridge Public Library, MA; Title: Red Again | [
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21,745 | 2 | Gr 46Allie West's mom is the school principal. In fifth grade, that's more of a curse than a blessing. Allie's an outsider, and after she accidentally tattles on her best friend Chloe, the whole school thinks she's a snitch and won't talk to her or invite her anywhere. Her only friends are the Afters, kids whose parents work for the school and must stay late each day. Even though the Afters plan fun activities to do after school, they don't talk to one anther during the day. So during school hours, Allie still feels like she has no one. While trying to repair her friendship with Chloe and get some real friends, Allie doesn't realize she's abandoning the ones who have always been there for her. The pace is leisurely, with a plot twist near the end. This is a sweet story line, where characters behave a little on the juvenile side for their age but sometimes speak as if they are a generation or two older ("It's actually a riveting conversation."). Despite some of the stilted dialogue, the friendship problems and solutions are authentic, and the theme about standing up to bullies is not overdone. VERDICT Give to elementary-age readers looking for gentle realism.Rachel Reinwald, Lake Villa District Library, IL; Title: Confessions from the Principal's Kid | [
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21,746 | 2 | Catherine Thimmesh is the award-winning author of many books for children, including Girls Think of Everything and Team Moon, winner of the Sibert Medal. Her books have received numerous starred reviews, appeared on best books lists, and won many awards, including the IRA Children's Book Award and Minnesota Book Award. She lives in Minnesota with her family. www.catherinethimmesh.com.; Title: Friends: True Stories of Extraordinary Animal Friendships | [
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21,747 | 12 | "There’s no way a book this adorable will stay on the shelves, which is fitting considering it’s about animals on the move—disabled animals to be exact...Numerous STEM connections, from the prosthetics’ designs, the shared advances between veterinary and human medicine, and a page devoted to low-tech solutions, such as PVC-pipe walkers and a skateboard-scooting tortoise. Inspiring and heartwarming."  —Booklist "This book is sure to appeal to animal lovers and future veterinarians. A must-have for nonfiction shelves." –School Library Journal “…Entertaining and enlightening to read.” –KirkusNancy Furstinger has been speaking up for animals since she learned to talk--and she hasn't shut up yet. Nancy volunteers for an assortment of humane societies and rescue groups, and she has been a vegetarian since the age of 16. She is also the author of more than 100 books, including many on her favorite topic: animals! She started her writing career in third grade, and since then has been the feature writer for a daily newspaper, a managing editor of trade and consumer magazines, and an editor at two children's book publishing houses. She shares her home in New York with big dogs and house rabbits (all rescued), volunteers and fosters pets for several animal organizations, and is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. Visit her website at www.nancyfurstinger.com. ; Title: Unstoppable: True Stories of Amazing Bionic Animals | [
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21,748 | 2 | Hans and Margret Rey created many books during their lives together, including Curious George, one of the most treasured classics of all time, as well as other favorites like Spotty and Pretzel. But it was their rambunctious little monkey who became an instantly recognizable icon. After the Reys escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript for the original Curious George, the book was published in America in 1941. More than 200 Curious George titles followed, with 75 million books sold worldwide. Curious George has been successfully adapted into a major motion picture and an Emmy-winning television show on PBS. www.curiousgeorge.com.; Title: Curious George Ready for School (tabbed board book) | [
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21,749 | 0 | Gr 47In September of 1918, Annie Browne moves to Mount Pleasant, MD, and begins attending an all-girls school. Well liked at her old school, Annie isn't prepared for the immediate derision her classmates, especially popular Rosie, direct at her after she's befriended by outcast Elsie Schneider. Elsie is considered a thief, a liar, and a tattletale, and Annie quickly agrees. So when Elsie is out sick for a week, Annie takes advantage of her freedom to make new friends. Soon Annie joins the other girls in bullying Elsie, both emotionally and physically. But when Elsie becomes a victim of the deadly Spanish influenza pandemic, her desire for revengeand for Annie's friendshipdoesn't die with her. While the historical aspects of the novel appear to be accurate, Hahn doesn't provide any reference materials, and her integration of period-appropriate cultural elements such as games, books, and rhymes becomes over-the-top toward the end of the narrative. In addition, with the exception of Annie's mother, every character remains convinced that Elsie deserves to be mistreated; readers may come away with the impression that the author condones bullying. On the upside, the scenes with the ghostly Elsie are fairly terrifying. VERDICT Readers seeking a scary story would be better served by Neil Gaiman's Coraline, while Gloria Whelan's Listening for Lions offers a much more compelling look at the Spanish influenza epidemic. An additional purchase.Kaitlin Frick, New York Public Library; Title: One for Sorrow: A Ghost Story | [
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21,750 | 2 | Eve Bunting has writtenover two hundredbooks for children, including the Caldecott Medal-winning Smoky Night, illustrated by David Diaz, The Wall, Fly Away Home, and Train to Somewhere. She lives in Southern California.; Title: The Mother's Day Mice Gift Edition | [
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21,751 | 7 | Mary Downing Hahn, a former childrens librarian, is the award-winning author of many popular ghost stories. An avid reader, traveler, and all-around arts lover, Ms. Hahn lives in Columbia, Maryland.Visit her online at www.marydowninghahnbooks.com.; Title: A Haunting Collection by Mary Downing Hahn: Deep and Dark and Dangerous, All the Lovely Bad Ones, and Wait Till Helen Comes | [
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21,752 | 15 | Anne Hunter grew up in South Florida and now lives with her family inthe hills of rural Vermont where she can hear the crickets, who singwith the frogs, who listen to the distant hoot of an owl.Anne is known for watching the squirrels, listening to the insects andwriting about the natural world around us. She has written and illustrated many childrens books, including Possums Harvest Moon, which reviewers described as "a sensational selection," with illustrations that are "beautifully rendered" and have "a hushed mystery." Visit Anne at annehunterstudio.com.; Title: Possum and the Summer Storm | [
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21,753 | 1 | Gr 14Evolution encourages the development of traits that help animals to eat and avoid being eaten. Convergent evolution is the development of the same traits by different species, often located geographically far apart, in order to survive in their specific environment. On facing pages, animals with beaks, shells, or tusks are paired with others that have exhibited similar adaptations. For example, both the shell of a turtle (a reptile) and that of a snail (a mollusk) protect the more tender parts of the animals' bodies from harm. Black-and-white camouflage helps the penguin escape detection from the orca and allows the orca to sneak up on the penguin. A parrot and an octopus both use beaks to get at their food. High-quality, full-color, close-up photographs illustrate the concepts discussed and spotlight some more unusual animals from a variety of geographic regions. Heos suggests the possibility of discovering many other animals that arose through convergent evolution. VERDICT A beautiful presentation of a complicated concept, and a great selection for classroom use.Eva Elisabeth VonAncken, formerly at Trinity-Pawling School, Pawling, NY; Title: Shell, Beak, Tusk: Shared Traits and the Wonders of Adaptation | [
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21,754 | 2 | "...Flint injects humor effortlessly into her prose. Add the antics of a spunky main character and short and sweet chapters for a fast-paced, entertaining read. Universal themes of grappling with race, fitting in, and dealing with divorce help this story transcend cultural boundaries."—KirkusShamini Flint grew up in Malaysia and is the author of the Inspector Singh Investigates crime novels for adults and many books for children. Previously a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales, she is now a full-time writer. Visit her on Facebook at @ShaminiFlintAuthor.; Title: Ten: A Soccer Story | [
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21,755 | 2 | Gr 13The protagonist of this story is not looking forward to entering second grade. He is sure that he won't get to have fun anymore, his teacher will be mean, and he won't be with his friend Tyler. All of the signs seem to indicate that the new school year will be catastrophic. He starts to devise a plan: Maybe he could repeat first grade! This plan becomes even more appealing when Tyler's older sisters begin to taunt him with horror stories about their own second grade experiences. They taunt Tyler as well, and the two friends bemoan their fate together. Eventually, they realize that they are being tricked and that second grade might not be so terrible after all. The story closes with the two boys giving each other a high-five, confident that if they can see through the schemes of Tyler's sisters they are smart enough to conquer second grade. This is a witty and fun story that will resonate with any child nervous about moving up a grade. Caregivers will find it particularly useful as a springboard to discuss school-related fears and anxieties with their children. Cordell's colorful cartoon illustrations make the topic seem less scary, and will appeal to youngsters. VERDICT An excellent addition to library collections during the back-to-school season.Katherine Hickey, Metropolitan Library System, Oklahoma City; Title: Second Grade Holdout | [
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21,756 | 2 | Gr 8 UpLily Michaels-Ryan, a 10th grader in Austin, TX, craves normalcy and peace; instead, she breaks things, runs away from unpleasant situations, invades people's personal space, and arrives chronically late for everything. She is a slow, though avid, reader and is living with ADHD and dyslexia. Her handsome and uber-smart classmate, Abelard Mitchell, is socially awkward, experiences anxiety attacks, has processing delays, and deals with sensory issues. He has Asperger's. Together they unwittingly get into trouble and are sent to the principal's office where Lily impulsively kisses Abelard. Emulating the 12th-century love letters of their intellectual forebears, Abelard and Hlose, they find solace by communicating via the written word, i.e. texting each other. Their blossoming romance hits roadblocks as Abelard and Lily cope with their neurodifferences alongside the treacherous waters of family, fellow teenagers, and school. Abounding with literary references and rich imagery, Creedle's debut novel achieves appealing and authentic voices as it explores the theme of differences. Lily desperately wants to be normal but at the same time despairs of losing her real self in the medications and treatments pushed on her. Her humorous insights appear at just the right moment, often related in naturally flowing dialogue. A full array of well-developed secondary characters, including Lily's younger sister Iris, her best friend Rosalind, and her mother, accompany fluid pacing as Lily faces important decisions about her future. VERDICT A thought-provoking story to fill that empty space on YA shelves for tales of realistic fiction, romance, and humor.Kate Reid, The Allen-Stevenson School, New York City; Title: The Love Letters of Abelard and Lily | [
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21,757 | 13 | Gr 25Food-infused fiction that combines celebrity chefs, reality TV, and a focus on healthy eating. This first installment in an anticipated series is about a lively televised cooking competition featuring four talented tweens: energetic Tate, charming Rae, worldly Caroline, and hypercompetitive Oliver. Through numerous interviews, taste tests, and chopping challenges, readers get to know each character. The black-and-white illustrations complement the story and add humor. There is a bonus in the back matter that includes techniques for aspiring young chefs. VERDICT A mouthwatering read for all foodies. Be sure to save room for the next two volumes.Paula Huddy, The Blake School-Highcroft Campus, Wayzata, MN; Title: Lights, Camera, Cook! (Next Best Junior Chef) | [
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21,758 | 0 | Dav Pilkey is the creator of many acclaimed children's books, including Dogzilla, Kat Kong, god bless the gargoyles, and the blockbuster series Captain Underpants, Ricky Ricotta, and Dog Man. His picture book The Paperboy received a Caldecott Honor. He lives in the Pacific Northwest. www.pilkey.com; Title: Perrazo y Perrito van a pasear/Big Dog and Little Dog Going for a Walk (Reader) (Green Light Readers Level 1) (Spanish and English Edition) | [
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21,760 | 2 | Praise for Gooney Bird Greene: “Lowry’s masterful writing style reaches directly into her audience, managing both to appeal to young listeners and to engage readers.”— The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Veteran author Lowry produces a laugh-out-loud chapter book.” Booklist “…irrepressible Gooney Bird is that rare bird in children’s fiction: one that instantly becomes an amusing and popular favorite.” Kirkus Reviews Praise for Gooney Bird and the Room Mother: "Larger than life and with a heart as big as her personality, Gooney Bird Greene will elicit gales of laughter, along with sighs of appreciation, from Suzy Kline and Junie B. Jones fans—as well as their parents—in this second winning, tongue-in-cheek outing." —Kirkus Reviews, starred Kirkus Reviews, Starred "This is a fast-paced read, with Thomas’s black-and-white drawings highlighting key moments. This sequel stands on its own, but readers may want to go back and learn how unique Gooney Bird Greene became a part of this classroom." School Library Journal "The lively hero of the chapter book Gooney Bird Greene (2002) is back in her idyllic second-grade classroom, as the children get ready to celebrate a pageant of the First Thanksgiving." --Booklist Booklist, ALA   Praise for Gooney the Fabulous: "[Gooney's] eccentric outfits and words of wisdom are peppered throughout to keep the story moving along while Thomas's characteristic black-and-white illustrations provide nice visuals. Full of new vocabulary words and information about fables . . . a must for Gooney Bird fans."--School Library Journal "Lowry nicely individualizes her characters and gets readers interested in their problems."--Booklist, ALA "If Aesop met Gooney Bird Greene, what would result? Fabulous fables, of course. . . . Gooney's outlandish outfits, take-charge (even bossy) attitude and boisterous spirit continue to be humorously likable--and fabulous. No doubt there'll be a fourth; meanwhile, this one offers a clever writing exercise for a class."--Kirkus ReviewsLois Lowry is the author of more than forty books for children and young adults, including the New York Times bestselling Giver Quartet and popular Anastasia Krupnik series. She has received countless honors, among them the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award, the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award, the California Young Reader’s Medal, and the Mark Twain Award. She received Newbery Medals for two of her novels, Number the Stars and The Giver. Her first novel, A Summer to Die, was awarded the International Reading Association’s Children’s Book Award. Ms. Lowry lives in Maine. www.loislowry.com  Twitter @LoisLowryWriter; Title: Gooney Bird Greene Three Books in One!: (Gooney Bird Greene, Gooney Bird and the Room Mother, Gooney the Fabulous) | [
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21,761 | 1 | Gr 35There's much here to attract readers in search of the gross or unsettling: mosquito saliva injected under the skin to keep the blood flowing, flesh-eating fungus, bedbugs infesting the folds and seams of a quilt. While students might approach the book for casual reference or brief readings, it does lack a unifying narrative or appealing visuals. Readers will open with an introduction to the skin and immune system and then encounter a new class of irritant with each chapterlice, fleas, plants, fungus, etc. Informative descriptions outline the mechanism of common itchy irritants, including the tiny stinging spines (glochids) that cover the prickly pear cactus or the irritating setae that tarantulas rip from their hind legs and fling at potential predators. Many remedies are offered, particularly traditional, folk, or nontoxic solutions, such as using fresh cucumber to soothe the irritation from stinging nettle or massaging a dog with coconut oil for treatment of flea bites. Ford's illustrations are colorful and lighthearted but add little to the text, particularly in exposition of scientific research. There are no photographs. The text includes a glossary and index, as well as a significant bibliography and list of helpful websites, in addition to a handful of specific source notes. VERDICT Despite being an adequate reference source on an off-beat subject, this is nonetheless a secondary purchase.Bob Hassett, Luther Jackson Middle School, Falls Church, VA"A fun, intriguing, and accessible mix of anatomy and history, with a healthy dose of gross."--Kirkus, STARRED review "There’s much here to attract readers in search of the gross or unsettling."-School Library Journal "Factual and surprisingly fun, here’s a very readable book about a common experience."--Booklist, STARRED review; Title: Itch!: Everything You Didn't Want to Know About What Makes You Scratch | [
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21,762 | 1 | Adam Rubin is a creative director for a digital advertising agency in New York City and the author of six critically acclaimed picture books, including three Those Darn Squirrels titles. All of them have been illustrated by Daniel Salmieri. To learn more, visit www.adamrubinhasawebsite.com.; Title: Those Darn Squirrels and the Cat Next Door | [
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21,763 | 7 | Mary Norton (1903-1992) lived in England, where she was an actress, playwright, and award-winning author of the classic Borrowers novels.; Title: Borrowers Collection | [
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21,764 | 2 | "Altogether delightful." Kirkus, starred review"Good and bad moods alike can be contagious, as this rainy-day story handily demonstrates." Publishers Weekly"This will be ideal to share in late winter when everyone is suffering from the winter blues and needs a reminder to make the most of the gloom and gray." School Library Journal"Two very different attitudes about the weather go head-to-head in Linda Ashman's buoyant Rain!" New York Times Book ReviewLinda Ashman is the author of many picture books, including Babies on the Go, illustrated by Jane Dyer, Castles, Caves, and Honeycombs, illustrated by Lauren Stringer, which was named a Booklist Editors' Choice, and Rub-a-Dub Sub, illustrated by Jeff Mack. She lives with her family in North Carolina.Visit Linda at lindaashman.com and on Twitter at @lindaashman2.; Title: Rain! (Board Book) | [
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21,765 | 2 | Gr 47Lily's father is pronounced missing after he went climbing Denali, the highest mountain in North America. Her father is an expert in mountaineering, so Lily suspects something doesn't add up. She refuses to accept that her father has died. Lily enlists the help of her sister Sophie, and together they set out to rescue their dad. Readers will easily become absorbed in this plot-driven story. The sisters are each tested emotionally and physically. What keeps them sane is the teachings of their father and the memories that they share. There is strong character development, and readers will be inspired by Lily's and Sophie's ambition, perseverance, and self-determination. The chapters are short and the pacing quick but natural. VERDICT This is a heartwarming novel that is filled with adventure and would be a solid addition to middle grade shelves, especially where survival tales circulate well.Ericka Greer, Ouachita Parish Public Library, Monroe, LA"...Moderow’s beautifully written imagery of the Alaskan wilderness is enough to take [readers] breath and minds away from the sidewalks and SUVs of everyday life. Lily’s determination and strength as well as her touching relationship with her sister give Moderow’s first book an additional layer of poignancy and emotion." –Booklist "This is a heartwarming novel that is filled with adventure and would be a solid addition to middle grade shelves, especially where survival tales circulate well." –SLJ "... An engrossing portrait of a girl’s devotion to her father and how she makes the most of everything he taught her."–Publishers Weekly; Title: Lily's Mountain | [
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21,766 | 13 | Charise Mericle Harper is the author and illustrator of many books for children, including the Just Grace series and the Next Best Junior Chef series. Charise lives in Oregon. Visit Chariseat chariseharper.com and on Twitter at @ChariseHarper.; Title: The Heat Is On (Next Best Junior Chef) | [
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21,767 | 11 | PreS-KLittle Blue Truck and his friend Toad take a drive on a pretty spring day and they encounter an array of animals on their way. The illustrations are done in a folk-art style. Pastel pink and purple colors and the presence of flowers throughout add to the book's cheerful seasonal look. The artwork successfully captures the progression through the addition of animal passengers as the trip develops and a series of flaps that can be lifted to reveal an assortment of hidden baby animals. The narrative has a simple and effective rhyme scheme and pairs with the illustrations seamlessly. VERDICT A great choice for encouraging young children to learn to identify animals and reinforce counting skills. This book is a fun read to celebrate the spring season.Deanna Smith, formerly at Mamaroneck Public Library, NY"The cheerful scenes offer plenty of opportunities for animal identification and counting, and a closing scene brings together all the little ones for a festive finale that sees them decked out in floral garlands."-Publishers Weekly, review, 11/24/2017 "A great choice for encouraging young children to learn to identify animals and reinforce counting skills."--School Library Journal, review "A vernal celebration...Beautifully rendered two-page tableaux teem with butterflies, blossoms, and vibrant pastel, springtime colors."--Kirkus; Title: Little Blue Truck's Springtime | [
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21,768 | 2 | Hans and Margret Rey created many books during their lives together, includingCurious George, one of the most treasured classics of all time, as well as other favorites likeSpottyandPretzel.But it was their rambunctious little monkey who became an instantly recognizable icon. After the Reys escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript for the originalCurious George, the book was published in America in 1941. More than 200 Curious George titles followed, with 75 million books soldworldwide. Curious George has been successfully adapted into a major motion picture and an Emmy-winning television show onPBS.; Title: Curious George Plays Soccer | [
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21,769 | 1 | Hansand MargretReycreated many books during their lives together, includingCurious George, one of the most treasured classics of all time, as well as other favorites likeSpottyandPretzel.But it was their rambunctious little monkey who became an instantly recognizable icon. After the Reys escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript for the originalCurious George, the book was published in America in 1941. More than 200 Curious George titles followed, with 75 million books soldworldwide. Curious George has been successfully adapted into a major motion picture and an Emmy-winning television show onPBS.www.curiousgeorge.com.; Title: Curious George's Day at the Farm (tabbed lift-the-flap) | [
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21,770 | 2 | Gr 46The Greenglass House and Milo are back with a sequel to rival the first book. One year has passed and once again Christmas break is upon the Pine familybut, as luck would have it, this will not be the quiet holiday that the family craves. Between a suspicious art student, old acquaintances from last year's Christmas adventure, and a group of odd carolers, this historic house becomes the setting of yet another caper. Milo adopts a new persona and skill set from the role playing game Odd Trails to figure out who has stolen the mysterious derrotero of famed smuggler Violet Cross. This nautical map charts the impossible coast of Nagspeake; a map that smugglers and customs agents alike would desperately love to have in their arsenal. Milford artfully weaves a mystery that revolves around a large group of characters, new and old. Characters are quirky, scheming, funny, and not entirely what readers may expect. VERDICT A solid middle grade book best for those who appreciate a good plot twist and a great story. A recommended purchase for most libraries, especially where there are fans of the first installment.Lisa Nabel, Tacoma Public Library, WA; Title: Ghosts of Greenglass House | [
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21,772 | 17 | Gr 58This young readers edition of Lloyd's adult title, When Nobody Was Watching, details her life as a professional soccer player. Beginning with her childhood experiences on community club teams, Lloyd provides a comprehensive chronicle of her athletic perseverance: using rejection to work harder, coping with disappointment, overcoming obstacles, and relishing the hard-earned professional and personal achievements that come with such dedication. This commitment is evident from Lloyd's time in college through later years when she pursued Olympic and World Cup glory. With simple sentence structure and a straightforward narrative, this book is appropriately designed for its audience. It predominantly focuses on a play-by-play of the many tryouts, teams, practices, and games of Lloyd's career, with brief glimpses of the politics behind the game and rare details of her personal life. The prose is replete with soccer terms and jargon, which may make the narrative more difficult for readers less familiar with the sport. Still, the central themes of hard work, diligence, ambition, and tenacity make Lloyd's story an inspiration for all readers, especially tweens looking for strong role models. VERDICT Purchase where avid soccer fans seek motivational accounts of favorite players.Paige Rowse, Needham High School, MA; Title: All Heart: My Dedication and Determination to Become One of Soccer's Best | [
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21,773 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1Pandora, an anthropomorphic fox, finds slivers of beauty in a wasteland of discarded objects. From piles of detritus, she ferrets out treasuresa teddy bear, a van Gogh paintingrepairs broken objects, and fills her house, a rickety cottage on stilts, with them. Her solitary existence is interrupted when an injured bird drops from the sky. Pandora nurses the bird, and as he becomes stronger, he flies off on brief trips, coming back with presents of flowers, leaves, and twigs. When the bird fails to return one day, a bereft Pandora is alone againbut everything is about to change. Through inspired composition and a varying palette (the brightness of the fox's cozy home contrasts with the beige of the eerie landscape), this simple tale captures the joy of friendship and the anguish of loneliness. The rich, soft watercolor and colored pencil artwork tempers the harsh setting and has a classic storybook feel. The elegant, spare prose allows the visuals to take center stage and will leave readers asking questions about the origins of this strange, seemingly postapocalyptic world. Though she may have inherited a dreary world, Pandora's attempts to revitalize it will inspire readers who may be discouraged with humankind's negative effect on the planet. VERDICT Bound to generate discussion among adults and children alike, this quietly stirring offering can be read on multiple levels: as a love letter to friendship, a warning against careless treatment of the environment, or as a testament to the power of hope. Best shared one-on-one.Mahnaz Dar, School Library Journal; Title: Pandora | [
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21,774 | 2 | Gr 35Johnson, author of Ice Dogs, presents an exciting new adventure/survival series. Each book starts out the same way: with a flashback to prior events. In short order, two friends or siblings find themselves alone when disaster strikes. It is up to the youths to use their resources and ingenuity to reach safety. There is often more than one hurdle to overcome, and just when the situation seems bleak and insurmountable, the teens rely on each other and persevere. At the conclusion of each text, readers are left with an open-ended question: What would you do to survive if you encountered a similar situation? Teachers could incorporate those essential questions into writing prompts or topics of discussion. Johnson also includes important survival tips from the U.S. Coast Guard and wilderness survival advice about hypothermia, bears, and avalanches. An interactive online site featuring games and resources provides further exploration for fans. The short chapters, large typeface, and simple sentences make this ideal for reluctant or struggling readers. VERDICT The inspiring messages, real-life advice, and glimpses at future career opportunities will make this a crowd pleaser. Hand to kids who enjoyed Laura Tarshis's "I Survived" series or Jeff Probst's "Stranded" books.Laura Dooley-Taylor, Lake Zurich Middle School North, IL; Title: Avalanche! (Survivor Diaries) | [
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21,775 | 10 | Kristiana Gregory is the bestselling author of many Dear America titles, including Across the Lonesome Prairie and Seeds of Hope. Her novel Jenny of the Tetons won the SCBWI Golden Kite Award. The Cabin Creek Mysteries are based on bedtime stories she told her sons when they were young and restless. Kristiana lives in Boise, Idaho.More about Kristiana Gregory:"Through Hattie's diary, Gregory brings the rigors of the trip to life, but she also includes the details that kept the settlers going--the friendships and camaraderie that developed and the joyful events (a wedding and some births) that occurred. Gregory brings a sobering dose of reality to an era that's often romanticized; this is a fine glimpse of history on a human scale."--Kirkus Reviews, for Dear America: Across a Wide and Lonesome Prairie"As she has done in several previous historical novels, Gregory brings to life events and perspectives not often found in the standard history texts... the bloody battles, and the suspenseful tone of the short, cliffhanger chapters will keep most readers involved. Meanwhile, Gregory provides insights into life in Alta California and nicely integrates Spanish words into the text. Historical notes, a glossary, a bibliography, and maps add to this novel's utility as a starting point for history lessons as well as for leisure reading."--School Library Journal, for The Stowaway: A Tale of California Pirates."This is heartfelt historical fiction, and readers will relish each page of the adventure."--Publisher's Weekly, for Jenny of the Tetons, winner of the Golden Kite Award and an NCSS-CBC Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies.; Title: The Haunting of Hillside School (Cabin Creek Mysteries) | [
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21,776 | 4 | Praise for Jack Plank Tells Tales:A Los Angeles Times Favorite Children's Book of 2007A San Francisco Chronicle Best Book of 2007New York Public Library "100 Titles for Reading and Sharing""Witty, spellbinding, pitch-perfect tales of the high seas from the author of Tuck Everlasting." - Parenting"One treasure of a book." - School Library Journal"Perceptive readers will figure out long before Jack precisely what profession he's perfect for...as Babbitt expertly weaves a message into Jack's tales: that stories are just as vital to a community as farming the land or baking bread." - Publishers Weekly, starred review; Title: Jack Plank Tells Tales | [
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21,777 | 2 | HOLLY WEBB is a former children's book editor who has authored over ninety books for children publishedin the UK. Besides Maisie Hitchins, other series that have crossed the pond include My Naughty Little Puppy, the Rose books, the Lily books, and Animal Magic. Webb lives in Berkshire, England, with her husband, three boys, and Milly, her cat. Visit her website at www.holly-webb.com.; Title: The Case of the Secret Tunnel (The Mysteries of Maisie Hitchins) | [
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21,778 | 0 | Kwame Alexander is a poet, educator, and theNew York TimesBestselling author of 28 books, including Rebound, the follow-up to his, Newberymedal-winning middle grade novel, The Crossover. Some of his other works include Booked, a National Book Award Nominee, The Playbook: 52 Rules to Help You Aim, Shoot, and Score in this Game of Life,Swing, and the picture books, Out of Wonderand The Undefeated.A regular contributor to NPR's Morning Edition, Kwame is the recipient of numerous awards, including The Coretta Scott King Author Honor, The NCTE/Charlotte Huck Honor, Three NAACP Image Award Nominations, and the 2017 Inaugural Pat Conroy Legacy Award. He believes that poetry can change the world, and he uses it to inspire and empower young people around the world through The Write Thing, his K-12 Writing Workshop. Kwame is the founder of Versify, an imprint of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, and the host and producer of the literary variety/talk show, Bookish, which airs onFacebook Watch.He's led cultural exchange delegations to Brazil, Italy, Singapore, and Ghana, where he built the Barbara E. Alexander Memorial Library and Health Clinic, as a part of LEAP for Ghana, an international literacy program he co-founded.; Title: Rebound (The Crossover Series) | [
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21,779 | 0 | Gr 58Sophie is a 12-year-old African American girl living in 1965 Los Angeles. She is extremely intelligent, gifted, and determined. With two professional parents and a sister on her way to a historically black college, Sophie is living a middle-class life in her mostly white neighborhood and struggling to find acceptance among her peers. Friendship formation and creative ambitions are thwarted by bigotry, but her inner strength leaves her undaunted. Sophie has a complex relationship with her busy, successful parents. Her sister, Lily, is a strong influence on Sophie. Because of Lily's relationship with the family's Jamaican housekeeper's son, she is exposed to social activism and catches a glimpse of the 1965 Watts Riots. Relatable characters populate this story of one significant summer in a girl's life. Readers will react strongly to the scorn with which Sophie is treated by neighborhood girls, and hopefully be prompted to take up the cause of social justice when they draw parallels between the events of Sophie's world and contemporary happenings. A few instances of offensive language and a subplot involving adultery make this a choice for middle schoolers or mature middle graders. VERDICT A satisfying combination of historical and realistic fiction featuring an interesting and diverse cast.Deidre Winterhalter, Oak Park Public Library, IL; Title: It All Comes Down to This | [
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21,780 | 1 | Nancy Shaw is the author of eight beloved tales featuring the endearing and comical sheep. She came up with the idea for the sheep books during a very long car trip with her husband and two children.She lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan with her family. For more information, visit http://www.nancyshawbooks.com/.; Title: Sheep Trick or Treat (board book) (Sheep in a Jeep) | [
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21,781 | 13 | Hans and Margret Rey created many books during their lives together, includingCurious George, one of the most treasured classics of all time, as well as other favorites likeSpottyandPretzel.But it was their rambunctious little monkey who became an instantly recognizable icon. After the Reys escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript for the originalCurious George, the book was published in America in 1941. More than 200 Curious George titles followed, with 75 million books soldworldwide. Curious George has been successfully adapted into a major motion picture and an Emmy-winning television show onPBS.; Title: Jorge el curioso construye una casa en un rbol/Curious George Builds a Tree House (CGTV Reader) (Spanish and English Edition) | [
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21,782 | 2 | Kindergarten-Grade 2It's football season, and Buzz's team, the Go-Getters, needs one more player. Fly Guy, Buzz's pet fly, tries out but cannot kick the ball, catch a pass, or tackle. The coach fills the spot and, at the big game, the Go-Getters score; then their opponents scoreagain and again. With only one second left and the new player hurt, Fly Guy is sent onto the field. He and Buzz put their secret plan into action, which involves the nose of the opposing team's quarterback. The pencil and watercolor cartoon illustrations feature exaggerated eyes and great expressions. This easy reader is chock-full of humor.Linda Staskus, Parma Regional Library, OH Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.When Buzzs football team is short one player before the big game, he offers his loyal pet, Fly Guy. Coach cant hide his guffaws as the plucky insect tries out, attempting (and failing) to kick the ball, catch it, and tackle a player. Still, Fly Guy wins a seat on the bench, and Buzz makes him a tiny helmet. Together they plan a secret play and a touchdown dance, just in case. The football theme, simple vocabulary, and comical pictures will encourage many beginning readers to give this amusing book a try. Arnoldscartoon-style drawings andsquiggly-line shading make theartwork expressive as well as energetic. From the series that began with Geisel Honortitle Hi! Fly Guy (2005), this will please beginning readers as well as their younger siblings. Preschool-Grade 1. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Hooray for Fly Guy! (Fly Guy #6) | [
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21,783 | 6 | MELVIN and GILDA BERGER are the authors of more than two hundred books for children. Their books have received awards from the National Science Teachers Association, the Library of Congress, and the New York Public Library. The Bergers live in New York.; Title: Butterflies & Caterpillars (Scholastic True Or False) | [
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21,784 | 2 | Kindergarten-Grade 2In this easy reader, Buzz asks permission to take Fly Guy on their family vacation, and Mom says, "He's too little. He might get lost." But the illustration shows Dad closing the trunk with the pet inside, so Fly Guy accompanies them to the beach, art museum, and amusement park. Short chapters state the day's itinerary: "They drove to the beach." Activity is depicted in wonderful wordless illustrations, such as Fly Guy riding a wave in a clam shell, kissing a Mona Lisa look-alike at the museum, and helping to lead the way home. Arnold masterfully infuses funny, expressive cartoon illustrations with actions that further the plot, minimizing the burden of decoding for emerging readers and maximizing their ability to engage in a fun and satisfying story.Laura Scott, Farmington Community Library, MI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Although Buzzs parents are initially resistant to him taking his insect pet along on vacation, Fly Guy joins the family as they drive to the beach, the museum, and the fun park. When they get lost on the homeward trip, Buzz sends Fly Guy aloft to study the landscape and save the day. The story offers built-in breaks for beginning readers by inviting them to search for Fly Guy in the pictures. Everything about the artwork spells fun, from the cartoonlike pencil drawings of googly-eyed characters to the circus-bright watercolor washes. Another winner in the amusing Fly Guy series. Grades K-2. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Fly High, Fly Guy! | [
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21,785 | 5 | Carle originally published Twelve Tales from Aesop in 1980. Eleven of those stories were included in his Eric Carles Treasury of Classic Stories for Children (1988) and now10 of them appear in a new, redesigned book. The most noticeable change in the text is the addition of a stated moral at the end of each fable. The painted-paper collage artwork is now reproduced larger than before on whiter, glossier pages. Libraries with shopworn copies of the earlier books on their shelves may find that the fresher, more vibrant-looking artwork here is reason enough topurchase this one. Grades K-3. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: The Rabbit And The Turtle | [
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21,786 | 6 | MELVIN and GILDA BERGER are the authors of more than two hundred books for children. Their books have received awards from the National Science Teachers Association, the Library of Congress, and the New York Public Library. The Bergers live in New York.; Title: Scholastic True or False: Farm Animals | [
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21,787 | 15 | Nancy Castaldo is the author of several nonfiction books for children, including Sniffer Dogs: How Dogs (and Their Noses) Save the World, Deserts, Rainforests, and River Wild. She lives in New Yorks Hudson Valley with her family. Visit Nancy at nancycastaldo.com, onTwitterat @NCastaldoAuthor, or on Instagram at @naturespeak.; Title: Back from the Brink: Saving Animals from Extinction | [
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21,788 | 10 | Kristiana Gregory is the bestselling author of many Dear America titles, including Across the Lonesome Prairie and Seeds of Hope. Her novel Jenny of the Tetons won the SCBWI Golden Kite Award. The Cabin Creek Mysteries are based on bedtime stories she told her sons when they were young and restless. Kristiana lives in Boise, Idaho.; Title: Blizzard On Blue Mountain (Cabin Creek Mysteries) | [
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21,789 | 2 | Starred Review. Snow has been falling all night, and when a small rabbit awakens, he learns that kindergarten is closed, his mother can't go to the store, and his father's flight home has been canceled. "Mommy, we are all alone in the world," he announces solemnly, and even though he's clearly safe and sound in an apartment with all the modern comforts, readers will understand his bittersweet feelings of isolation and solitude. Sakai (Emily's Balloon) takes a very different approach in these pages: focusing more on setting and mood than characterization, she turns each illustration into a vivid snapshot (Mommy on the phone with stranded Daddy, an outdoor hug before the dash back indoors). Against a palette of grays and muted colors, she uses the yellow of the rabbit's jacket or boots to focus the reader's gaze, and layers the paints to suggest the intimacy and coziness of the hearth, the eerie but irresistible starkness of a landscape transformed by snow. Ages 35. (Jan.) Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Starred Review. PreSchool-KA five-year-old (rabbit) awakes one morning to discover that there will be no school, no daddy flying home today, and no going out outsideuntil the snow stops. Sakai clearly understands the predicament of being cooped up in an urban high rise: trying to stay entertained with games, constantly gazing out the window, being lured by the balcony. Her subdued palette and minimalist text suggest the blanketed sound produced by a heavy snowfall. Window-shaped frames with tight cropping contain the energy in the interior scenes; most exterior compositions bleed off the pageoh marvelous freedom! The layers of paint are applied to a black ground with a combination of wet and dry brushes, producing a convincing depth and texture; the darkness is a perfect foil for the cottony bright snowflakes. While the mother may appear overprotective about her bunny's health, she does relent when the snow stops, even though it is bedtime, and the pair enjoys a nocturnal adventure. The protagonist narrates in the first person; thus, the sentences are appropriately concise, yet with lovely rhythms and interesting details. (He ultimately makes snowballs and snow dumplings.) Atmospheric, tender, full of anticipation and satisfaction, this one will charm young children. In Leonid Gore's Danny's First Snow (S & S, 2007), a young rabbit, possessed of an active imagination, is encountering white creatures at every turn. Used together, the two books provide contrasting emotional and visual experiences of a universally beloved phenomenon (at least by young rabbits/children).Wendy Lukehart, Washington DC Public Library Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: The Snow Day | [
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21,790 | 2 | Kindergarten-Grade 2Mike and Conrad do everything togetheruntil a new kid arrives in their classroom. Victor, a self-involved braggart who excels at sports, captivates Conrad's attention, leaving Mike feeling left out. At recess, Victor declares himself captain for a kickball game and picks only the biggest kids, cruelly telling Conrad he's too small to help the team win. Mike, the other captain, feels bad and chooses Conrad. Ultimately, Conrad apologizes and the boys make up. This tale about the vagaries of young friendship is predictable and a bit slick, and the characters are too lightly drawn for readers to become fully engaged in the story. The brightly colored illustrations move the action along and provide funny details. The cafeteria menu board advertises delicacies like "Chocolate Glazed Carrots" "Humble Pie," and "Broccoli Ice Cream." Kevin Henkes's A Weekend with Wendell (HarperCollins, 1986), Isabella Hatkoff's Owen & Mzee (Scholastic, 2006), and George Shannon's Rabbit's Gift (Harcourt, 2007) are all stronger titles on the topic.Mary Hazelton, Elementary Schools in Warren & Waldoboro, ME Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.The author and illustrator ofThe Recess Queen (2002) turn here to boys in another action-packedpicture bookabout power plays in the schoolyard. Mike and Conrad are best friends until big, flashy Victor joins the class, and Conrad abandons Mike to hang onto the bragging newcomer. At first kids may have trouble distinguishing who is who in the bright, lively computer graphics. But once it is clear that the smallboy is Conrad, the twists and turns reveal the betrayal drama. Mike cannot decide if he is sad or mad, and the pictures show him seething and alone (no room for Mike), while on the next page Victor blathers about Me Me Me. But then Victor rejects Conrad for his team because Conrad is too small. Mike comes to his friends rescue, Conrad is sorry, and the friendshigh-five each other. A fun read-aloud that preschoolers will want to talk about. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Hazel Rochman; Title: The Worst Best Friend | [
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21,791 | 0 | Gr 25Jenkins's new series highlights distinctive qualities of familiar and less common creatures, from the puffer fish's poison (Deadliest!) to the unusual hunting techniques of the stoplight loosejaw (Trickiest!). A single paragraph introduces each animal and its special features, while one or two insets add additional facts. Some of these relate directly to the "tricky" or "dangerous" theme; others add a bit of more general species data. Jenkins's expert cut- and torn-paper illustrations provide high visual appeal. Clean lines, careful shading, and clearly delineated body parts effectively highlight key features such as the spines of the giant silk moth caterpillar (Deadliest!) and the alligator snapping turtle's lurelike tongue (Trickiest!). Many visuals significantly enrich a young reader's learning experience. For example, the verbal description of the western hognose snakes "playing dead" trick is good (Trickiest!), but the side-by-side images of the animal show exactly how its appearance and actions work. Layouts are varied and uncluttered, with either one or two animals per spread. Other useful features include a range map which depicts diet samples and a size comparison graphic. In each title, a closing summary spread looks at the featured animals differently: a table in Deadliest! lists the number of human deaths caused by each, while Trickiest! groups them according to the ways each animal uses its "tricks." VERDICT Top-notch nonfiction with high appeal for browsing and learning.Steven Engelfried, Wilsonville Public Library, OR"Jenkins’s expert cut- and torn-paper illustrations provide high visual appeal. Clean lines, careful shading, and clearly delineated body parts effectively highlight key features such as the spines of the giant silk moth caterpillar (Deadliest!) and the alligator snapping turtle’s lurelike tongue (Trickiest!). Many visuals significantly enrich a young reader’s learning experience . . . Top-notch nonfiction with high appeal for browsing and learning." –SLJ "Jenkins' talent is highlighting weird, fantastical, and, in this case, dangerous animals . . . A solid informational reader that is not at all deadly." —Kirkus; Title: Deadliest!: 20 Dangerous Animals (Extreme Animals) | [
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21,792 | 15 | "Children ages 7-11 who love mettle-testing stories will love this one." --Wall Street Journal; Title: Overboard! (Survivor Diaries) | [
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21,793 | 2 | KRISTIANA GREGORY is the bestselling author of many Dear America titles, including Across the Lonesome Prairie and Seeds of Hope. The Cabin Creek Mysteries are based on bedtime stories she told her sons when they were young and restless. Kristiana lives in Boise, Idaho. Visit her online at www.KGregoryBooks.com.; Title: The Secret Of The Junkyard Shadow (Cabin Creek Mysteries) | [
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21,794 | 2 | PreSchool-KA huge, round-headed, furry-footed snowy owl peers into a young girl's window and invites her on a nighttime ride. ("Oh, what wondrous things we'll see/While the world is sleeping.") That line completes the lilting rhyme on each page, adding a lulling, comforting tone to the poetic text. Off the child and the owl fly, over frolicking fawns, swimming fish, playing rabbits, dam-building beavers, and other denizens of the night, returning home, at last, to sleep. The final painting shows the child stretching awake in her bed at sunrise. Kirk's bold gouache paintings fill every inch of each scene with eye-catching realistic detail, highlighted by the light of the full Moon. Many of the animals, especially the cat-faced fox; the sweet-faced porcupine clinging in childlike fashion to a tree branch; and the rounded, soft-furred, innocent-faced raccoon have a friendly, nonthreatening look about them. There is strong detail in leaves and shrubbery, pinecones, tree bark, animal fur, owl feathers, and porcupine quills. A reassuring bedtime poem, as well as a lovely introduction to nocturnal animals.Susan Scheps, Shaker Heights Public Library, OH Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Like A Book of Sleep (2009), this inviting bedtime story is an owls guided tour of the outdoors at night; here, though, the focus is on what animals do while people sleep instead of the variations of animal slumber. Edwards text, featuring three rhyming lines followed by the title refrain, is narrated by an owl, who turns out to be huge enough to carry a child on his back. (The owl induces the kid to climb to him from his or her bedroom window and returns the child to bed at the end of the book.) Each spread describes an animal or two with lively succinctness: A bright-eyed fox is on the prowl, / He hopes to take a juicy fowl, / Until he hears the guard dog howl, / While the world is sleeping. Kirks illustrations are big and bold, featuring the shimmering light of the moon, animals whose every hair seems distinct, and playful faux-Rousseau forests. The books mix of the realistic and fantastic seems like a perfect prelude to dream time. Preschool-Grade 2. --Abby Nolan; Title: While The World Is Sleeping | [
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21,795 | 11 | PreSchool-Grade 3–While this book serves as an easy introduction to the holiday, it fails to convey a celebratory tone. The Swahili words that comprise the seven guiding principles of Kwanzaa are defined on each spread, but the pronunciation guide appears in an author's note at the back. The boldly colored illustrations showing various people and activities don't always match the text. For example, &Beating drums and singing voices,/ we perform for KUUMBA shows a lone figure quietly painting. Likewise, ceremonial candles are mentioned on each page but not shown until the end. In a note, Tokunbo describes a karamu or traditional feast on the last day of Kwanzaa and includes a recipe for No-Cook Brownie Bites made from dates. An uneven offering that falls rather flat.–Madeline J. Bryant, Los Angeles Public Library ENDA simple, direct narrative describes the lighting of the Kwanzaa candles, the principle each represents, and how families carry out that concept with a focus on words and sounds. The principle Ujamaa, or cooperative economics, for example, is depicted as Laughing shoppers and chanting merchants, we support our neighborhoods. Back matter includes an authors note, a pronunciation guide, and a recipe for No-Cook Kwanzaa Brownie Bites. With an effective use of shape, silhouette, and bold color, the flat, posterlike illustrations are ideal for group presentation. Pair this with Juwanda G. Fords K Is for Kwanzaa: A Kwanzaa Alphabet Book (1997) and Karen Katzs My First Kwanzaa (2003) for preschool and primary-grade Kwanzaa celebrations. Preschool-Grade 2. --Linda Perkins; Title: The Sound Of Kwanzaa | [
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21,796 | 1 | PreSchool-Grade 1With good humor, Wood offers a rhyming text in which a pooch begs his mistress for a bone, making all sorts of exaggerated promises, such as, "I'll answer your phone. I'll treat you like a queen on a throne." When the woman leaves in her car, the pup feels abandoned and gets into an incredible amount of mischief. Then, in a teasing mood, she returns and finally makes the dog's day. Jovial, cartoonlike illustrations, drawn using crayons on brown paper bags, create a comfortable, homelike atmosphere and perfectly capture the animal's antics and expressions. Endpapers pick up the bone motif. The large text and the simple vocabulary make this a picture book that young readers can manage on their own. Filled with child appeal, it's sure to be a winner.Blair Christolon, Prince William Public Library System, Manassas, VA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: A Dog Needs A Bone | [
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21,797 | 0 | Patrick Carman is the best-selling author of the Land of Elyon trilogy. He got his start as a storyteller weaving bedtime tales for his two daughters. He lives in the Northwest with his family.; Title: Elliot's Park #1: Saving Mr Nibbles | [
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21,798 | 1 | Grade 13Sharply focused full-color photographs are the media of choice for this combination I-spy/storybook. On Little Pond Farm, seven hens must share three nesting boxes. White-feathered Tillie, however, not being one to follow the crowd, prefers using a variety of places to lay her eggsthe garden, the front porch, the kitchen, and even the laundry basketall of which offer culinary treats superior to the barnyard corn. Individual tableaux are well set, and the sprightly chickens (all with names and individual portraits) peek into the margins, adding interest. Brief text describes Tillie's meanderings followed by the quote "Where has Tillie laid her egg?" involving youngsters in the search. At story's end, the open door of a bright red pickup truck reveals that she has found another unusual spot to lay an egg. Fink's photos serve the text well, inviting visual explorations as his camera follows Tillie around the farmyard, into the house, and back to the nesting box.Barbara Elleman, Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, Amherst, MA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Everyday at Little Pond Farm, each of the seven hens lays one egg in the nesting boxes, except for lively, inquisitive Tillie, who would rather wander about, finding delicious worms. Monday through Sunday, her explorations take her from henhouse to farmhouse. The recurring question Where has Tillie laid her egg? provides a fun seek-and-find game. The illustrations and text work well in tandem. Charming color photos portray Tillie in diverse, artfully composed scenes that invite scrutiny, while the accompanying words include Tillies wry thoughts: Yuck, this worm is very dry, she muses as she gnaws a bootlace. Touched with wit and whimsy, Golson and Finks first childrens book also offers ample opportunities to engage children in activities, from sharing basic chicken information (egg-laying; diet) to reviewing counting and days of the week. The playful, enjoyable story includes achicken portrait gallery and an authors note on her chickens, which inspired the books cast. Preschool-Grade 2. --Shelle Rosenfeld; Title: Tillie Lays An Egg | [
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21,799 | 2 | NANCY KRULIK has written more than 150 books for children and young adults, including three New York Times bestsellers. She is the author of the popular How I Survived Middle School, Katie Kazoo Switcheroo, and George Brown, Class Clown series. Nancy lives in Manhattan with her husband, composer Daniel Burwasser, their two children, Ian and Amanda, and a beagle named Josie.; Title: How I Survived Middle School #4: The New Girl | [
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