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2,200 | 11 | International superstar Gloria Estefan is one of the most successful crossover artists in the world. Among her many honors, she was the first Hispanic woman to be named BMI songwriter of the year, was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and is an American Music Award Lifetime Achievement recipient. She was also awarded the Ellis Island Congressional Medal of Honor for her philanthropic work. She is the New York Times bestselling author of The Magically Mysterious Adventures of Noelle the Bulldog. Gloria lives with her son Nayib, daughter Emily, and husband Emilio in Miami.Gloria Estefan es una de las cantantes latinas ms exitosas del mundo entero. Fue la primera mujer hispana en ser nombrada mejor cantautora del ao por el sello BMI, fue la primera en entrar en el Songwriters Hall of Fame y la primera en recibir el American Music Award Lifetime Achievement. Tambin recibi la medalla de honor de Ellis Island por parte del congreso estadounidense por sus obras de filantropa. Ella es la autora de Las Mgicas y Misteriosas Aventuras de una Bulldog Llamada Noelle, cuya edicin en ingls fue un best seller del New York Times.; Title: El Tesoro de Noelle: Una Nueva Magica y Misteriosa Aventura (Spanish Edition) | [
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2,201 | 1 | Whether its the comical waddle, the formal appearance of their plumage, or their well-documented devotion to their young, penguins hold an unending appealfor young children. This husband-and-wife teams appealing picture book invites readers to imagine all the remarkable things they could do if they were one of these lively, aquatic birds. Breezy rhymes introduce each dazzling double-page scene of penguin life, from flying underwater to tobogganing over the arctic snow to feeding a pair ofadorably fuzzychicks. Wendells vibrant large-scale figures, set againstbracing polar landscapes, have enough personality to captivate acrowd, but theirbreathtaking detail demands the closer inspection and shared exploration of a lap-sit session. Penguin Fun Facts, a list of related Web sites, and a visual key of the 10 species depicted in the book, from the familiar Emperor to the flamboyantly plumed Macaroni, add informational detail to thislight, superbly illustrated picture book. Preschool. --Kristen McKulskiWendells vibrant large-scale figures, set against bracing polar landscapes, have enough personality to captivate a crowd. (ALA Booklist)A playful and lightly informative look at the life of penguins...an excellent storytime addition. (School Library Journal); Title: If You Were a Penguin | [
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2,202 | 0 | When a young boy asks his mother where God lives, she tells him 'in your heart.' This inspires a slew of curious questions: Is he invisible? Is he like a superhero? Can he fly? How can he be everywhere all at once? In this heartwarming conversation between mother and son, all the ways in which God exists are discussed and the possibilities are endless. Through bright, dreamy illustrations, How Big Is God captures the immensity and wonder of looking at God---and the world---through a young child's eyes.Lisa Tawn Bergren is the author of the children's books God Gave us You and its sequel God Gave us Two, as well as several adult novels. She lives in Colorado Springs, CO with her children and husband.; Title: How Big is God? | [
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2,203 | 1 | The exploits of Henkes's beloved, fiercely independent girl mouse Lilly and her friends, stars of numerous bestselling picture books, are collected on this chipper but rather spare production. Though supported by solid performances from the two seasoned actors at the helm, these mouse adventures fall a bit flat when heard without their visual picture-book counterparts. Henkes's original text and illustrations are such a seamless pairingand his artwork contains much emotion and humorous detailthat something seems lost in this translation to stand-alone audio. Ebersole and Thomas give it their all, conveying the attitudes and feelings of the characters, but due to the lack of sparkle here, youngsters may want to stick with the print version. Ages 4-up. (Nov.) Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreSchool-Grade 2The well-loved texts of nine picture books by Kevin Henkes are brought to life in these readings by Richard Thomas and Christine Ebersole. The titles include: A Weekend with Wendell (1986), Sheila Rae, the Brave (1987), Chester's Way (1988); Julius, the Baby of the World (1990), Chrysanthemum (1991), Owen (1993), Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse (1996), Wemberly Worried (2000), and Lilly's Big Day (2006, all Greenwillow). Thomas reads three of the picture books in a warm baritone voice, using vocal inflections flawlessly. Ebersole's crisp enunciation is perfect and her vocal intonations are on-target as she reads six titles. Opening and closing credits are delivered with jazzy music playing in the background.Stephanie Bange, Wilmington-Stroop Branch, Dayton Metro Library, OH Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: Lilly's Big Day and Other Stories | [
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2,204 | 2 | “This attractively packaged book will surely appeal to girly girls who like royalty, fantasy, and adventure.” (School Library Journal)Vivian French was best known in school for being extremely skinny and for talking a lot. At school she developed an attachment to words and later became an actor, then a storyteller, and finally a writer of children's books. She is the author of more than two hundred books. Ms. French lives in Edinburgh, Scotland, and has four grown daughters.; Title: Princess Daisy And the Dazzling Dragon (The Tiara Club, No. 3) | [
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2,205 | 2 | Kevin Henkes has been praised both as a writer and as an illustrator. He received the Caldecott Medal for Kitten’s First Full Moon; Caldecott Honors for Waiting and Owen; two Newbery Honors—one for Olive’s Ocean and one for The Year of Billy Miller—and Geisel Honors for Waiting and Penny and Her Marble. His other books include Egg, Old Bear, A Good Day, Chrysanthemum, and the beloved Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse. Kevin Henkes lives with his family in Madison, Wisconsin. www.kevinhenkes.com; Title: A Box Full of Lilly | [
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2,206 | 2 | Vivian French was best known in school for being extremely skinny and for talking a lot. At school she developed an attachment to words and later became an actor, then a storyteller, and finally a writer of children's books. She is the author of more than two hundred books. Ms. French lives in Edinburgh, Scotland, and has four grown daughters.; Title: Princess Alice And the Magical Mirror (The Tiara Club, No. 4) | [
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2,207 | 2 | Its mix of wizardry and wisecracks make it the next best thing to a new Harry Potter book. (tvguide.com)Crowd pleaser. (Kirkus Reviews)Middle-graders clamoring for more magic books may enjoy its over-the-top humor and magic. (ALA Booklist)Colin Thompson is the award-winning author and illustrator of more than forty books, including the novel How to Live Forever and The Short and Incredibly Happy Life of Riley, winner of the CBC of Australia Picture Book of the Year Award. Born in London, Mr. Thompson currently resides in Bellingen, Australia.; Title: The Floods #1: Good Neighbors | [
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2,208 | 1 | Yi Fan's tightly woven story delivers a manifest message promoting peace and freedom. Starring woodland bird characters, the saga pits the tyrannical hawk Turnatt, captor of "slavebirds" whom he shackles and puts to work building his fortress, against the cardinals and blue jays. Though once friendly, these two benign flocks are now at war: Turnatt's soldiers have stolen eggs and food from each flock (the hawk eats a purloined egg daily, believing this will "keep death away"), and have led each camp to believe the other is responsible for the thefts. One of the slavebirds, a robin named Miltin, escapes to tell Aska, a brave young jay, about Turnatt's evil doings and his plan to enslave all the local woodbirds. Blue jays and cardinals join forces to vanquish the despot, a mission that entails several diverting twists, including a search for the necessary elements to summon the Swordbird, the "mystical white bird, the son of the Great Spirit." The author occasionally relieves the tale's ample tension with snippets of humor. While feasting with a traveling troupe of winged thespians, for instance, the cardinals and blue jays drive away Turnatt's marauding forces by bombarding them with bean soup and raspberry pies. Experienced readers will recognize the familiar allegory here, but the book will likely appeal to Redwall fans, and this young writer is worth watching. Ages 8-12. (Feb.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Grade 4–6—The Stone-Run Country is in peril. The blue jays' Bluewingle tribe and their former friends, the cardinals of the Sunrise tribe, have gone to war. Each side believes the other to have stolen its food and eggs, little suspecting the malicious hawk, Turnatt, along with his hoard of crows and ravens. Now he is intent on forcing all of the local woodbirds to work on his magnificent fortress, and it's up to a variety of brave avians to upset the villain's plans. Their only hope lies in summoning the great warrior, Swordbird, to assist them in their time of need. Fan wrote the book when she was 11 as a response to a world at war; it goes without saying that she is very talented. However, the book essentially reuses old tropes in a new setting, making the plot, pacing, and characters more than a little predictable and, for all of its charms, the story is overly familiar. Dialogue runs to the clunky with lines like, "I'll get you, me and my crew will" and "You'll pay for that, scalawag!" The greatest credit should be given to the illustrator, who took the author's imagery and made it believable as well as attractive.—Elizabeth Bird, New York Public Library Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: Swordbird | [
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2,209 | 0 | Another collaboration by the team behind God Gave Us You (2000), this book will resonate with many adopted children as well as their adoptive parents. The story is presented as a cherished and much-repeated bit ofbedtime conversationbetween Mama Fox and Little Fox. Asked about the day I came home, Mama talks about how long she dreamed about and waited for Little Fox. Little Fox asks, You were lonely for me? and Mamas affirmative response, for which several spreads of illustrations are provided, makes them cuddle all the closer: her pain is simultaneously shared and assuaged by Little Fox. Little Fox also asks about why he couldnt stay with the mother who had me, and Mama responds in a warm and assuring tone. Bryants appealing images, mostly gentle pastels, are sweet but not saccharine, portraying these anthropomorphous animals as intelligent, loving, and wonderfully matched. A nice introduction to adoption for any child, adopted or not. Preschool-Grade 1. --Abby NolanAs Little Fox gets ready for bed, Mama Fox tells him the miraculous story of his arrival. First there was the waiting: 'I'd go up to the cliffs and watch for you,' Mama Fox tells her child. Then the mother who had Little Fox made the big decision to give him away: 'I think she prayed like crazy that you would be safe, Little Fox. I think she prayed for me as much as I prayed for her.' Then, finally, both their prayers were answered, the day God delivered Little Fox to Mama Fox: 'When God found us you, you made me the happiest mama in the world.' Lisa Tawn Bergren tells this heartwarming tale with tenderness and a true understanding. Just as How Big Is God captures the immensity of looking at God through a young child's eyes, this book captures the more intimate, but no less profound, discovery of the blessings that adoption brings to both parent and child.; Title: God Found Us You (HarperBlessings) | [
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2,210 | 2 | Grade 3-5Fleischman skillfully drops readers into the life of Run-Run, an orphan in old Siam who struggles to make a living as a mahout (elephant trainer) with Walking Mountain, his beloved old elephant. A cruel prince, accidentally sprayed with water by the animal, complicates Run-Run's already difficult life by giving him a gift that is really a cursea white elephant. Somehow, Run-Run must take excellent care of Sahib, who is forbidden to work because he is sacred: Wash the hair at his ears! Brush it! Use no harsh words. Do not scold him. Treat him like an honored guest! the Prince's servant orders the elephant boy. If you value your own skin, you will be a servant to Prince Noi's gift. Sahib surprises the boy, however, with his intelligence and bravery, and, in the end, enables Run-Run to seek out a more hopeful future. This young-reader-friendly book features ample margins and generous line spacing, short chapters, and full-page black-and-white illustrations that give visual information. Fleischman successfully immerses readers in this ancient culture, creating clever and believable plot twists that bring the story to a satisfying but open-ended conclusion. Strong writing, interesting dialogue, and clear plot development add up to another fine Fleischman novel.Lee Bock, Glenbrook Elementary School, Pulaski, WI Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.A white elephant is something no longer wanted or of value (or a gift that is a curse); it can also refer to an Asian elephant. These meanings work in tandem in this illustrated chapter book, inspired by an event in ancient Siam and told with tender realism. Young orphan Run Run toils with Walking Mountain, his beloved old elephant, clearing tree stumps for the farmers in the hillside village. When Run Run angers Prince Noi the Idle, the prince sends the boy a white elephant, Sahib, as punishment, ordering the orphan to care for it like a sacred guest and not to work it. But Sahib learns to work anyway (hidden in a coating of mud), and he eventually helps Run Run find the strength to break free of the prince and seek his destiny. McGuire's beautiful full-page pencil illustrations, one for each chapter, capture the child's nurturing of the elephants. The trickster story is fun, and kids will enjoy talking about the title's meaning. Most moving is the boy-animal bond, depicted without anthropomorphism; Run Run sleeps safely curled up with the huge creatures he loves. Hazel RochmanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: The White Elephant | [
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2,211 | 2 | Stephen J. Dubner is an award-winning author, journalist, and radio and TV personality. He quit his first career—as an almost rock star—to become a writer. He has since taught English at Columbia, worked for The New York Times, and published three non-Freakonomics books.; Title: The Boy with Two Belly Buttons | [
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2,212 | 1 | There is peace at last between the warrior Clans, and Firestar is proud of the strength and unity of the cats he leads in ThunderClan. All four forest Clans are thriving, training new warriors and keeping their boundaries without conflict.But Firestar's dreams are haunted by wailing cats fleeing a terrible disaster. With unexpected help from an old kittypet friend, he discovers a shocking secret: StarClan, the warrior ancestors who guide his paw steps, have lied to him.Firestar is faced with the hardest decision of his life. Can he really turn his back on the forest that has become his home and embark on a perilous quest to discover a dark truth—one that has been buried beyond the memory of living cats? Whatever he finds at the end of his journey, he knows that nothing can ever be the same again.Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of animals and a fascination with the ferocity of the natural world. As well as having great respect for nature in all its forms, Erin enjoys creating rich, mythical explanations for animal behavior. She is the author of the Warriors, Seekers, Survivors, and Bravelands series. She lives in the UK. Visit her online at www.warriorcats.com.; Title: Warriors Super Edition: Firestar's Quest | [
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2,213 | 2 | Starred Review. PreSchool-Grade 3–This potent synthesis of art and prose conveys a child's first awareness of the changing seasons with reverence and wonder. Fletcher, a tiny fox, is concerned when his favorite tree turns brown. His mother tells him, Don't worry, it's only autumn, but the tree hardly seems fine to Fletcher. As its leaves fall and flutter away, the youngster struggles in vain to catch and reattach them. When only one leaf remains, he does his level best to secure it to the limb, but eventually the stem dries up and the leaf pops off. Mournful and confused, he carries it home and takes it to bed with him. Still worried about his tree, he wakes up the next morning to find that it has undergone a sweet and satisfying transformation. Beeke's resplendent watercolors work beautifully with the book's tone, content, layout, and design. Picture books about nature sometimes suffer from cloying, excessively pastoral language or imagery; this rare example succumbs to neither. A first purchase for every collection.–Catherine Threadgill, Charleston County Public Library, SC Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreS-Gr. 2. When the leaves on his favorite tree turn brown and begin to drop, Fletcher, a young fox, worries that the tree is sick. Although he tries his best to help the tree, the last leaf finally falls. The next day when Fletcher visits the tree, he sees a magical sight that convinces him that falling leaves don't signify the tree's demise. Rawlinson's carefully worded text is superbly matched by Beeke's impressionistic watercolors. Fletcher's character is clearly evident in his distinct facial features and body language, and the magical change of the season is accentuated as the scenery goes from soft, hazy earth tones to cool white and blue-green. For the scene in which Fletcher beholds the "magical sight" of the tree covered with ice, sparkle has been glued to the pages; the effect will make children gasp with delight. Given such a strong debut, the unforgettable Fletcher is primed for more picture books as he discovers the ways of the world. Randall EnosCopyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Fletcher and the Falling Leaves | [
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2,214 | 11 | ..".Montes tells her story well...Cepedes illustrations steal the show...Another lively addition to folktale shelves.""-- School Library Journal.".".this will be popular wherever children love to laugh.""-- BooklistQu se puede hacer con un nio que trata de hacer todo bien, pero que siempre termina haciendo todo mal?Rerse de sus ocurrencias y nada ms! Los lectores quedarn encantados con las chistossimas bufonadas de Juan Bobo, el famoso hroe del folclor puertorriqueo. En este alegre cuento, Juan sale de su casa a buscar trabajo, primero en una finca y luego en una tienda. Aunque las tareas que debe llevar a cabo son sencillas y sus instrucciones no podran ser ms claras, Juan Bobo siempre halla una forma de cometer errores y justificar su famoso nombre!; Title: Juan Bobo busca trabajo: Juan Bobo Goes to Work (Spanish edition) | [
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2,215 | 6 | All three characters from the #l national bestselling If You Give . . . series have brought their books, recipes, songs, and activities to this family treasury, chock-a-block full of fun things to do. Parents, grab your kids! Kids, grab your parents and join Mouse, Moose, and Pig as they read, bake, sing, and play.Laura Numeroff is the New York Times bestselling author of many books for young readers in addition to the If You Giveseries, including The Chicken Sisters and Laura Numeroffs 10-Step Guide to Living with Your Monster. She lives in Los Angeles, California, and is involved with several childrens charities, including First Book. You can visit her online at www.lauranumeroff.com.; Title: Mouse Cookies & More: A Treasury (If You Give...) | [
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2,216 | 2 | Join the mouse from If You Give a Mouse a Cookie as he bakes his own cookies in his little mouse house.Laura Numeroff is the New York Times bestselling author of many books for young readers in addition to the If You Giveseries, including The Chicken Sisters and Laura Numeroffs 10-Step Guide to Living with Your Monster. She lives in Los Angeles, California, and is involved with several childrens charities, including First Book. You can visit her online at www.lauranumeroff.com.; Title: The Best Mouse Cookie (If You Give...) | [
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2,217 | 2 | Alyssa Satin Capucilli is the author of the first story about Tulip and Rex, Tulip Loves Rex, as well as the bestselling Biscuit books and many other beloved children's books. She lives in a book-filled home in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York.; Title: Biscuit's Show and Share Day | [
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2,218 | 2 | Mandy, a ten-year-old orphan, dreams of a place to call her own. Escaping over the orphanage wall to explore the outside world, Mandy discovers a tiny deserted cottage in the woods. All through the spring, summer, and fall, Mandy works to make it truly hers. Sometimes she "borrows" things she needs from the orphanage. Sometimes, to guard her secret, she even lies. Then, one stormy night at the cottage, Mandy gets sick, and no one knows how to find her—except a special friend she didn't know she had.This new edition of a classic novel features beautiful black-and-white illustrations that capture the magic of finding a home.Julie Andrews Edwards is one of the most recognized figures in the world of entertainment. She is perhaps best known for her performances in Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music, and The Princess Diaries. Ms. Edwards is the author of many favorite children's books, including Mandy, The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles, and the Little Bo series. She and her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton, an arts educator and theater professional, have coauthored over twenty books for young readers, including Simeon's Gift, The Great American Mousical, Thanks to You: Wisdom from Mother & Child, and the recent New York Times bestsellers The Very Fairy Princess and Julie Andrews' Collection of Poems, Songs, and Lullabies. Emma is also the author of Raising Bookworms.; Title: Mandy (Julie Andrews Collection) | [
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2,219 | 2 | Gail Carson Levine's first book for children, Ella Enchanted, was a Newbery Honor Book. Levine's other books include Ever, a New York Times bestseller; Fairest, a Best Book of the Year for Publishers Weekly and School Library Journal, and a New York Times bestseller; Dave at Night, an ALA Notable Book and Best Book for Young Adults; The Wish; The Two Princesses of Bamarre; A Tale of Two Castles; and the six Princess Tales books. She is also the author of the nonfiction books Writing Magic: Creating Stories That Fly and Writer to Writer: From Think to Ink, as well as the picture books Betsy Who Cried Wolf and Betsy Red Hoodie. Gail Carson Levine and her husband, David, live in a two-centuries-old farmhouse in the Hudson Valley of New York State.; Title: The Fairy's Return and Other Princess Tales | [
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2,220 | 2 | Praise for The Floods #1: Good Neighbors:Its mix of wizardry and wisecracks make it the next best thing to a new Harry Potter book. (tvguide.com)Crowd pleaser. (Kirkus Reviews); Title: The Floods #2: School Plot | [
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2,221 | 2 | Elish offers an abundance of imaginative and humorous details and a plot full of twists and turns, while Daphna’s search for her mother and her passion for music keep the story grounded. (Publishers Weekly)Dan Elish is the insanely gifted author of many novels for both adults and children, including The Attack of the Frozen Woodchucks, 13 (based on the Broadway musical), and The Worldwide Dessert Contest.When he's not busy typing furiously away on his Lap-Top (not a Gum-Top or a Hat-Top or even a Balloon-Top), you can find Dan in New York City, where he lives with his wife, Andrea, and daughter, Cassie, and son, John.; Title: The School for the Insanely Gifted | [] | Train |
2,222 | 2 | Starred Review. Grade 4–7—Dessa Dean, 11, was a powerless witness as her diabetic mother froze to death when they were caught in an early-winter storm. Since then, she and her father have gone through the motions of normalcy, with him going out daily to check the traps while she stays behind to do the schoolwork he prepares and to fix their meager dinner. But things are not normal: Dessa Dean frequently relives the horror of her mother's death, and she is unable to make herself venture beyond the steps of their isolated Colorado cabin. The week before Christmas, though, an injured dog comes sniffing around. Dessa Dean's initial attempts to befriend it fail: the jittery animal has apparently been abused and keeps her distance. Repeated efforts pay off, but even when the dog allows Dessa Dean to approach her, she remains on edge around the girl's father. As another storm nears, he is having no success with his hunting forays and has little patience for a dog that will only stay inside when the door is open to the frigid air. Dessa Dean is caught between her growing feelings for the animal and her father's concern over their basic survival. This story of an agoraphobic girl and a claustrophobic dog and how they slowly move one another toward hope could have been maudlin, but Nuzum's pacing and spare, poetic narrative create something quite wonderful. The novel will draw comparisons to Kate DiCamillo's Because of Winn-Dixie (Candlewick, 2000), but it is certainly not a Winn-Dixie wannabe. This is a beautiful story in which friendship and the power of being needed trump despair.—Kim Dare, Fairfax County Public Schools, VA Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Eleven-year-old Dessa Dean lives with her father, a hunter and trapper, in a remote wilderness area. So traumatized by witnessing her mothers death that she cannot bear to leave the cabin even to use the outhouse, she is plagued by nightmares and tormented by waking daymares. She lives a lonely life until a lame, half-starved dog comes to the door. In reaching out to befriend the skittish dog, she begins to think beyond her limitations and takes the first step toward healing. In a convincing first-person narrative, Dessa tells of her frustration with her troubles, her hopes when the dog appears, her determination to bring him into her life, and her slow progress toward that end. Though the plots outcome is predictable, readers who enjoy animal stories will no doubt find plenty to like here. A quiet novel from the author of A Small White Scar (2006). Grades 4-7. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: The Leanin' Dog | [
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2,223 | 2 | What goes around comes around in this charmingly illustrated, comical barnyard tale with a message. Hen loves gossip. After overhearing Cow talking to Pig, she cant resist telling others the news: Sadie the dog has a thorn! Word passes quickly from Duck to Goose to Turkey, who repeats the dismayingly altered message back to Hen: Youre lazy, fat, and ate all the corn! Hen and friends backtrack through the misheard gossip and discover how much they have misunderstood. The simple prose incorporates capitals and punctuation that offer guidance for animated read-alouds. The colorful, mixed-media collages, evoking Leo Lionnis work, blend bold, blocky shapes with vivid, intricate patterns and textures. Children will enjoy the farcical fun, reminiscent of the classic game of Telephone, of following the original phrase as it progressively morphs (The crazy bat raced a storm! A lady yak was born?), and theyll appreciate the message about gossips potential repercussions. Preschool-Grade 2. --Shelle RosenfeldMegan McDonald is the author of the Judy Moody books, which were New York Times bestsellers. Her picture books, including Beetle McGrady Eats Bugs!, the Reading Rainbow Book Is This a House for Hermit Crab?, and Insects Are My Life, are enormously popular. She lives in Sebastopol, California.; Title: Hen Hears Gossip | [
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2,224 | 18 | “Vibrant gouache paintings with a folk-art look dominate this alphabetical tour of our nation’s capital.” (Booklist)“An unforgettable, read-aloud delight about one of the most visited cities in America.” (Brooklyn Family)“A guide to Washington DC, driven most successfully by the alphabet, with bright, folkloric illustrations.” (School Library Journal)“For real and armchair tourists alike, this alphabet book is a lively intro to the District.” (San Francisco Chronicle)Laura Krauss Melmed is author of Capital! Washington D.C. from A to Z and New York, New York! The Big Apple from A to Z, also illustrated by Frané Lessac; I Love You As Much . . . , illustrated by Henri Sorensen; and the critically acclaimed The Rainbabies, illustrated by Jim LaMarche. She lives with her husband in Washington, D.C.; Title: Capital!: Washington D.C. from A to Z | [
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2,225 | 2 | Little ones will easily relate to the sister and brother in this charmingly illustrated book, which pictures life as a series of little victories and little disappointments.The children get dressed: (Sometimes you get to wear what you want. Sometimes you dont.); go to school (Sometimes your friends want to do what you are doing. Sometimes they want to do something else.); and continue through the day.All too soon its bedtime. Sometimes you have to go right to sleep. . . reads the text accompanying a picture showingthe girllooking in on hersleeping brother.But sometimes you dont, it continues, as thechildrenread together in bed by flashlight.With thesimplicity of Kevin Henkes Kittens First Full Moon (2004)andcrisp white backgrounds laElisha Cooper, the cartoonlike art reflects thestory nicely, using sharply outlined figures, minimal props, and bright colorsforthe kids and for the cat that follows them nearly everywhere. Preschool-Grade 2. --Bina WilliamsMeredith Gary lives in New York with her husband and daughter. This is her first book for children.; Title: Sometimes You Get What You Want | [
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2,226 | 2 | “An almost perfect picture book .…It must be said: Kevin Henkes is a genius.” (New York Times Book Review)“Deeply satisfying. …Henkes’s illustrations…speak volumes through simple details, managing to express pure joy in just the arched shape of an eye or the angle of an ear. … A Good Day is the rare example of near-perfection in a picture book.” (Horn Book (starred review))“A deceptively simple picture book, expertly tuned to the emotions and imaginations of young children.” (Booklist (starred review))“A glorious celebration of the simple joys of childhood.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))“A fine choice for the lap set.” (School Library Journal (starred review))“There is real resonance in this tale, rooted mostly in the suggestion that bad days can turn into good days on a dime.… This begs to be read again and again.” (Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books)“Sublimely simple.” (Washington Post Book World)Kevin Henkes has been praised both as a writer and as an illustrator. He received the Caldecott Medal for Kitten’s First Full Moon; Caldecott Honors for Waiting and Owen; two Newbery Honors—one for Olive’s Ocean and one for The Year of Billy Miller—and Geisel Honors for Waiting and Penny and Her Marble. His other books include Egg, Old Bear, A Good Day, Chrysanthemum, and the beloved Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse. Kevin Henkes lives with his family in Madison, Wisconsin. www.kevinhenkes.com; Title: A Good Day | [
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2,227 | 15 | Gr 36Revised and updated, this edition takes readers on a journey through the solar system with upgraded photos, content, and glossary from its predecessors (1992, 2007). While much of the content remains the same as the previous edition, small details have been adjusted, such as Jupiter's clouds, which are no longer "mostly hydrogen gas, not water droplets like clouds on Earth" but are now simply "frozen ammonia droplets." Although these details may be nearly imperceptible to young readers, what will stand out are the captivating photographs. The images, many of which are from NASA, are remarkably crisp and more detailed than before, giving a nod to changes in imaging technology in the past decade. As stated in the author's note, Simon uses comparisons to help readers comprehend the scale of these celestial masses ("If Earth were the size of a basketball, the sun would be as big as a basketball court."). He does not return the favor for specific calculations, though, thus leaving readers to grapple with the meaning of "the crust, which ranges from 5 to 30 miles deep" and "the mantle, an 1,800-mile-thick layer of heavy rock." Furthermore, some words do not appear in the glossary, such as typhoon and asteroid, and the unexplained transition from "800 degrees Fahrenheit" to "-300F" may confuse some readers. However, the brief overview of the solar system and the spacecraft sent to explore it make this title a worthwhile consideration for school and public libraries.Meaghan Darling, Plainsboro Public Library, NJBorn almost 5 billion years ago at the edge of the Milky Way galaxy, our Solar System is a place filled with mystery and wonder. In the last fifty years, we have learned more than ever about the farthest reaches of our world. With dramatic full-color photographs and spacecraft images, Our Solar System takes young readers on a fascinating tour of the sun, the eight planets and their moons, plus asteroids and comets. Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon presents this new, updated edition of his much-admired book about the vast and mystifying part of the universe that we live in.; Title: Our Solar System: Revised Edition | [
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2,228 | 2 | Earth's climate has always varied, but it is now changing more rapidly than at any other time in recent centuries. The climate is very complex, and many factors play important roles in determining how it changes.Why is the climate changing? Could Earth be getting warmer by itself? Are people doing things that make the climate warmer?Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon teams up with the Smithsonian Institution to give you a full-color photographic introduction to the causes and effects of global warming and climate change.Seymour Simon has been called “the dean of the [children’s science book] field” by the New York Times. He has written more than 300 books for young readers and has received the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting contribution to children’s science literature, the Science Books & Films Key Award for Excellence in Science Books, the Empire State Award for excellence in literature for young people, and the Educational Paperback Association Jeremiah Ludington Award. He and his wife, Liz, live in Columbia County in Upstate New York. You can visit him online at www.seymoursimon.com, where students can post on the “Seymour Science Blog” and educators can download a free four-page teacher guide to accompany this book, putting it in context with Common Core objectives. Join the growing legion of @seymoursimon fans on Twitter!; Title: Global Warming (Smithsonian-science) | [
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2,229 | 2 | Gr 3-5–Simon's short overview has a familiar format: large pages of oversize text facing sharp color photos of trees, animals, and plants provide an inviting overview of the biome that is populated by the largest variety of plant and animal species on the planet, with many of them yet to be discovered. Photo sources are identified, but there are no captions. Simon's careful descriptions hold a great deal of appeal for young people. He describes each of the rainforest's layers, along with some unusual plants, animals, and insects (e.g., bromeliads, sloths, pangolins, army ants) and explains that many medicines, oils, spices, fruits, and nuts are products of rainforest trees and plants. He also notes that areas of rainforest are being lost as they are cleared for farming or mining. This book is more focused and offers better descriptions than Darlene R. Stille's Tropical Rain Forests (Children's Press, 2000). Nancy Smiler Levinson's Rain Forests (Holiday House, 2008) and Gail Gibbons's Nature's Green Umbrella (HarperCollins, 1994) are suitable for younger children, and Philip Johansson's The Tropical Rain Forest: A Web of Life (Enslow, 2004) is the choice for reports.Susan Scheps, Shaker Heights Public Library, OH© Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Using Simons signature square format, large-print text, and excellent color photographs, this volume presents tropical rain forests. Clear and beautifully reproduced, the photos are the books most striking feature. The text provides a sound, basic introduction to tropical rain forests, their climate, their layered structure, and their vital importance to the worlds environment while stopping to look more closely at a few plants and many animals that live in there, such as army ants, piranhas, anacondas, frogs, parrots, bats, and sloths. Although it would sometimes be helpful to have captions that would identify the animals and plants pictured or give a better sense of their size, the books clean design is attractive, and the photos are often eye-catching. A glossary is appended. From a fine science writer, heres an informative and visually rich introduction. Grades 2-5. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Tropical Rainforests | [
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2,230 | 1 | Snakes are admired by few, respected by some, disliked by many. nevertheless, Seymour Simon shows in stunningly clear words and pictures how snakes play an important role in the global balance of nature.Seymour Simon has been called “the dean of the [children’s science book] field” by the New York Times. He has written more than 300 books for young readers and has received the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting contribution to children’s science literature, the Science Books & Films Key Award for Excellence in Science Books, the Empire State Award for excellence in literature for young people, and the Educational Paperback Association Jeremiah Ludington Award. He and his wife, Liz, live in Columbia County in Upstate New York. You can visit him online at www.seymoursimon.com, where students can post on the “Seymour Science Blog” and educators can download a free four-page teacher guide to accompany this book, putting it in context with Common Core objectives. Join the growing legion of @seymoursimon fans on Twitter!; Title: Snakes | [
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2,231 | 2 | Marlane Kennedy moved to Circleville, Ohio, at age eleven. She participated in many Pumpkin Show parades as a child, but never tried growing her own giant pumpkin. But after writing Me and the Pumpkin Queen, she planted her own Howard Dill's Atlantic Giant seed and grew a 250-pounder, pictured above, that took fifth prize in her local fair. Marlane Kennedy is also the author of The Dog Days of Charlotte Hayes. She lives in Wooster, Ohio, with her husband and three children.; Title: Me and the Pumpkin Queen | [
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2,232 | 2 | Dan Gutman is the New York Times bestselling author of the Genius Files series; the Baseball Card Adventure series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies around the world; and the My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million copies. Thanks to his many fans who voted in their classrooms, Dan has received nineteen state book awards and ninety-two state book award nominations. He lives in New York City with his wife, Nina. You can visit him online at www.dangutman.com.; Title: My Weird School #16: Ms. Coco Is Loco! | [
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2,233 | 2 | It is Cassidy-Lis turn to be her kindergarten class star of the week, so she begins her autobiographical poster with a photograph taken in China at the time of her adoption. Other snapshots introduce her American family, friends, and favorite activities; but Cassidy-Li ruefully realizes she does not have a photograph of her birth family: I think about my birth parents a lot. Sometimes I miss them. Her questions and longings go into a picture she draws for her poster. Realistic illustrations portray a contemporary family bearing a strong resemblance to that of the author, theillustrator, and their daughter in the book-flap photo. The pictures add character and a light touch to a story,which, whileupbeat, deals forthrightly with the uncertainties of adoptees. Cassidy-Lis thoughts and questions about her birth family will resonate with adopted children and serve as a springboard for discussion in homes and classrooms. Preschool-Grade 3. --Linda PerkinsDarlene Friedman, an award-winning writer and editor, works for an international women's organization in Philadelphia. She lives with her husband, Roger; their daughter, Eden; and their dog ("The Dobo") in Springfield, Pennsylvania. This is her first book for children.; Title: Star of the Week: A Story of Love, Adoption, and Brownies with Sprinkles | [
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2,234 | 2 | Starred Review. PreSchool-Grade 1—Henry the cat is in love with Chloe, the cute little bunny in the back row. On this particular day, his mother makes blueberry muffins for her sons to take for lunch, but Henry saves his for afternoon snack as a special treat. He is the typical little boy who is short on words but big on action. He does a forward roll to impress Chloe, but she bests him with an impressive cartwheel. Later, the teacher reassigns seats and Chloe moves up next to Henry. At snack time, she asks him what he has, and he shows her his big, beautiful blueberry muffin. Henry, who has yet to say a word to his favorite little girl, is surprised but pleased when Chloe thanks him and takes it. It seems that all is fair in love and kindergarten. McCarty's meticulous ink and watercolor art greatly extends the spare, understated text. The exquisite cream-colored pages bring richness to the presentation that makes readers want to turn each page. This beautiful book should appeal to the little ones who have a special someone in their lives but dare not say a word about it.—Joan Kindig, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.This slight story begins with a young cat, Henry, who wakes and dresses, walks to school with his brother and best friend, and then spends the rest of the day obsessing about, and wooing, Chloe, an adorable young rabbit. A textbook Romeo, Henry shows off his athletic ability, chases Chloe around the playground, and sacrifices his eagerly anticipated blueberry muffin snack for his beloved. Many boys will find this as unappealing as kissing (Henry doesnt manage to seal that deal), although a brief football scene provides some distractions from the romance. In addition, the quiet story may prove too subtle for its intended audience. Still, McCartys delicately detailed ink-and-watercolor illustrations of anthropomorphized animals, set on open, creamy pages, are delightful, and children will recognize Henrys happy surprise when an unexceptional day turns suddenly into an exceptional one. Grades K-2. --Andrew Medlar; Title: Henry in Love | [
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2,235 | 2 | K-Gr 3-From her Dumpster on Straye Street Alley, Tabby D. Cat dispenses advice and wisdom to the troubled animals of Critterville. From Boots Whitepaw, who is being smothered with affection by an indulgent child owner, to Betty Bear, who has left the Dingaling Sisters' Traveling Circus after a spat with her brother, Tabby tries to guide her correspondents in their search for happiness. This epistolary picture book is attractive and easy to read, sometimes presenting the writers of the letters in the illustrations, and sometimes showing Tabby as she formulates her responses. Tabby follows her own advice, and her well-being is orchestrated through machinations and common sense, as she shines a light on how a person (or parrot, or skunk, or cat) can make her own happiness. It is a positive message, although the way it comes about might surprise some readers. This book is well suited for one-on-one sharing, with plenty of opportunity for trying on different voices. It would also serve as a fun recommendation for reluctant early elementary readers who still prefer picture books to chapter books.-Kara Schaff Dean, Walpole Public Library, MA (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.The author of Boris and Bella (2004) offers another humorous picture book brimming with wordplay. In typewritten letters, alley resident Tabby D. Cat dictates shrewd advice to the troubled creatures of Crittervillea pampered cat, a sad basset, a chatty parrot, a lost bear, a lonely skunk, a frantic hamster, and an anxious groundhog. Using common sense, she counsels the parrot to listen, the skunk to be patient, and the groundhog to shine on his special day. Fizzy Hamster is advised to stop and smell the cedar chips, while Manfred Basset is directed to sniff out happiness around him. Although some animals require more guidance than others (spoiled feline Boots runs away after his fourth whiny missiveopening up a purr-fect home for the appreciative Tabby), her wisdom eventually prevails. Roberts playful artwork provides many details that extend and enhance Crimis clever text. Share this with fans of Eileen Christelows Letters from a Desperate Dog (2006) and Mark Teagues Dear Mrs. LaRue (2002). Grades K-3. --Kay Weisman; Title: Dear Tabby | [
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2,236 | 0 | PreS-KBela, Boy Vampire, and his witch friend Morgan fly across town on Morgan's broom, looking for children with rosy cheeks and tiny white teeth. The friends are attracted to a well-lit house and discover a Halloween party with warty witches, ghosts, goblins, pirates, and vampires. Although Bela and Morgan seem to fit right in, they experience some puzzling moments, as when a scary vampire wins the costume contest, and the vampire isn't Bela. At evening's end, the masks come off and rosy-cheeked children are revealed. Morgan flies Bela home, where he falls asleep in his coffin bed, hugging his stuffed bat. The brief text and gentle illustrations work together in telling this Halloween story. The double-page illustrations are simple and uncluttered, but include clever details. Adults in particular will appreciate the books scattered on Morgan's floor. Titles include The Crucible and The Witch of Blackbird Pond. This friendly story will delight, but not frighten young readers. It's a good addition to holiday collections.Carolyn Janssen, Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, OH(c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.“The lyrical, understated prose and clever outsider’s perspective on the holiday might make this a new seasonal favorite” (Publishers Weekly (starred review)); Title: Vampire Boy's Good Night | [
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2,237 | 2 | Dan Gutman is the New York Times bestselling author of the Genius Files series; the Baseball Card Adventure series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies around the world; and the My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million copies. Thanks to his many fans who voted in their classrooms, Dan has received nineteen state book awards and ninety-two state book award nominations. He lives in New York City with his wife, Nina. You can visit him online at www.dangutman.com.; Title: My Weird School Daze!: Books 1 to 4 | [
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2,238 | 2 | PreSchool-K–Neither home remedies, a doctor's prescription of funny movies and jokes, nor the antics of the elves help Santa recover his lost ability to laugh. News spreads and he receives funny pictures from kids around the world, including Holly. When he sees her picture of what she looks like on a bad day, he bursts into his jolly chortle and Christmas is saved once again. This is Rader's third amusing and entertaining dilemma for Santa, filled with her delightfully animated, humorous pen-and-ink cartoons.–Maureen Wade, Los Angeles Public Library Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.It's almost Christmas, and everyone—from Mrs. Claus right down to the littlest elf—is getting ready for the big day. But there's something wrong at the North Pole. It's just a bit too . . . quiet. Oh no! Santa has lost his laugh! Where could it be? And how can there be Christmas without Santa's Ho! Ho! Ho!From the author of Santa's New Suit and Who'll Pull Santa's Sleigh Tonight? comes a holiday romp that's sure to make readers giggle with glee.; Title: When Santa Lost His Ho! Ho! Ho! | [
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2,239 | 2 | Dan Gutman is the New York Times bestselling author of the Genius Files series; the Baseball Card Adventure series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies around the world; and the My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million copies. Thanks to his many fans who voted in their classrooms, Dan has received nineteen state book awards and ninety-two state book award nominations. He lives in New York City with his wife, Nina. You can visit him online at www.dangutman.com.; Title: My Weird School #15: Mr. Macky Is Wacky! | [
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2,240 | 1 | “What elevates this is McCarty’s fabulous art, which brings the idea of a really big family delightfully to life. A warm and wonderful treat that’s great for family story hours.” (Booklist (starred review))“Still bewitching, yet serious about her strong opinions, Chloe continues to stand out in a crowd.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))“The gentle, child-friendly artwork complements the story told with minimal text. The result is a calming bedtime story for family sharing.” (School Library Journal (starred review))“Drawn in delicate pen-and-ink and watercolors, McCarty’s impeccably cute creatures seem to hover magically in midair, like little balloons in some fantastical, vaguely Japanese idyll. …After this ode to imaginative play among siblings, we can understand why Henry fell so deeply in love.” (New York Times Book Review)“In CHLOE, McCarty captures the charm of a large squashed-together family, just in time for summer reunions.” (Boston Globe)Peter McCarty has written and illustrated several acclaimed books for children, including Chloe, which received four starred reviews, and Henry in Love, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year. He is also the author and illustrator of Hondo & Fabian, a Caldecott Honor Book and New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year, and its sequel, Fabian Escapes; T Is for Terrible; Little Bunny on the Move; and Moon Plane, a Charlotte Zolotow Award winner. Peter lives with his wife and their two children in Clinton Corners, New York, where they get lots of snow.; Title: Chloe | [
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2,241 | 0 | “Building suspense and a sense of nocturnal dread, Bardhan-Quallen’s (The Hog Prince) rhymes are filled with puns (’”We’re sitting ducks,” the duck announced’), and the antics of the frantic duck and the animals he rouses should have readers laughing.” (Publishers Weekly)“Kids will feast on this deliciously scary tale over and over. ” (Kirkus Reviews)“Fine’s paintings exaggerate the animals’ terror to comic effect (funniest is the pony cowering in the corner), and his canted angles give this just the right absurdist tone.” (ALA Booklist)“A deliciously macabre choice for a not-too-spooky classroom read-aloud.” (School Library Journal)Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen never thought she'd grow up to be a writer. She'd thought of being a doctor (but she's afraid of blood), a model (but she likes to eat), the president (but she had a dissolute youth)... so much for childhood dreams. Sudipta is the author of thirteen picture books and seventeen nonfiction books for children includingChicks Run Wild, Quackenstein Hatches a Family,The Hog Prince,Ballots for Belva, andThe Mine-o-saur. Sudipta often visits schools to share her stories, and teaches writing to children and adults. She lives in New Jersey with her three children and an imaginary pony named Penny. Find her on the web atsudipta.com.; Title: Hampire! | [
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2,242 | 2 | “Bucolic expanses of evergreen forest and closeups of woodland creatures may give readers new appreciation for that quintessential seasonal decoration.” (Publishers Weekly)“A fine Christmas choice with an environmental message.” (School Library Journal)“Through a clear, engaging text and lush yet lively illustrations, Cole celebrates embracing that which makes us unique in a narrative that also focuses on respecting nature.” (The Horn Book)Henry Cole is the illustrator of many beloved books for children, including his own A Nest for Celeste, Brambleheart, and Bayberry Island. While growing up in Virginia, he enjoyed hiking in the woods and fields around his farm, and making friends with several mice. He still enjoys being outside, where he loves to sketch and write. You can visit Henry online at www.henrycole.net.; Title: The Littlest Evergreen | [
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2,243 | 2 | PreS-Gr 3-A gorgeously illustrated, simply told, and emotionally complex story about anger and grief. When a friendless, grumpy goat arrives at Sunny Acres, the other animals don't know why he is so ornery and they try to befriend him. However, rebukes come swift and hard. Goat kicks, scowls, and stares at the ground. It is only when he finds a lone dandelion on a hill-painted full page, as majestically as a Van Gogh sunflower-that his anger starts to unravel. Meanwhile, Cow, the sheep, and the pigs are undeterred by his rudeness, demonstrating their power of perseverance and forgiveness, and he begins to accept their invitations. However, one fateful day Goat watches helplessly as his beloved flower blows away. Despondent and in a state of mourning, he is cared for by his friends, each in their own way. Understated writing with superb pacing and luminous and warm oil paintings using a vibrant brushwork style result in a story to ponder and pore over. The simple truths of the world's beauty and friends' loyalty are healing. Sharon Dennis Wyeth's Something Beautiful (Random, 1998), Philip C. Stead's A Sick Day for Amos McGhee (Roaring Brook, 2010), and Arthur Geisert's The Giant Seed (Enchanted Lion, 2012)-also featuring the heroism of the humble dandelion-would all pair stunningly.-Sara Lissa Paulson, The American Sign Language and English Lower School, New York City(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.When a new goat, unpleasant in the extreme, arrives at the farm, gloom descends on Sunny Acres. Rebuffing any overtures at friendship, the goat just keeps his head down, scowls, and eats. That is, until he comes across a lonely and parched yellow dandelion. Moved to his core by its beauty, he begins to care for it and, in the process, mellows and allows the other animals to get closer to him. When one day a breeze blows the seeds of the weed away like the newborn spiders in Charlottes Web, Goat panics. His new friends stay by his side as he mourns, and when the hillside subsequently sprouts a blanket of bright yellow, his joy expands and happiness returns. The storys wide pages of acrylic and oil paintings are filled with rustic colors and depict charming, distinctly Helquist angular characters, while simple declarative sentences advance the story. The gentle lesson about being open to new experiences and people (or cows), and the contentment it brings, is cheerful indeed. Preschool-Grade 1. --Andrew Medlar; Title: Grumpy Goat | [
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2,244 | 15 | Seymour Simon has been called “the dean of the [children’s science book] field” by the New York Times. He has written more than 300 books for young readers and has received the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting contribution to children’s science literature, the Science Books & Films Key Award for Excellence in Science Books, the Empire State Award for excellence in literature for young people, and the Educational Paperback Association Jeremiah Ludington Award. He and his wife, Liz, live in Columbia County in Upstate New York. You can visit him online at www.seymoursimon.com, where students can post on the “Seymour Science Blog” and educators can download a free four-page teacher guide to accompany this book, putting it in context with Common Core objectives. Join the growing legion of @seymoursimon fans on Twitter!; Title: Our Solar System | [
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2,245 | 2 | Roscoe Riley doesn't mean to break the rulesDon't Tap-Dance on Your TeacherRat-tat-TAT!Tap shoes make the best noise ever! But tap dancing? The big boys say that's just for girls. Roscoe promised to tap in the school talent show. When the teasing starts, will he keep his word?Katherine Applegate is the author of The One and Only Ivan, winner of the Newbery Medal and a #1 New York Times bestseller. Her other books include the acclaimed Wishtree, Crenshaw, Home of the Brave, and the Roscoe Riley Rules series. She lives in California with her family. www.endlingbooks.com; Title: Roscoe Riley Rules #5: Don't Tap-Dance on Your Teacher | [
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2,246 | 4 | Byron Barton is the author and illustrator of many books for children, including Dinosaurs, Dinosaurs; The Three Bears; The Little Red Hen; Machines at Work; I Want to Be an Astronaut; and a series of board books: Big Machines, Dinosaurs, Tools, and Zoo Animals. He also illustrated The Little Factory, written by Sarah Weeks.; Title: Boats Lap Edition | [
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2,247 | 2 | “The deft, engaging verse interspersed with pirate lingo is complemented neatly by McElmurry’s precise and detailed illustrations .... A winning combination of smart and silly, this yarn will make a welcome addition to princess and pirate storytimes, as well as a good choice for one-on-one sharing.” (Kirkus Reviews)Praise for HAMPIRE!: “Building suspense and a sense of nocturnal dread, Bardhan-Quallen’s (The Hog Prince) rhymes are filled with puns (’”We’re sitting ducks,” the duck announced’), and the antics of the frantic duck and the animals he rouses should have readers laughing.” (Publishers Weekly)Praise for HAMPIRE!: “Kids will feast on this deliciously scary tale over and over. ” (Kirkus Reviews)Praise for HAMPIRE!: “Fine’s paintings exaggerate the animals’ terror to comic effect (funniest is the pony cowering in the corner), and his canted angles give this just the right absurdist tone.” (ALA Booklist)Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen is the author of numerous fiction and nonfiction books for children, including Pirate Princess, illustrated by Jill McElmurry; Hampire!, illustrated by Howard Fine; and Tightrope Poppy the High-Wire Pig, illustrated by Sarah Dillard. Sudipta lives in New Jersey with her family.; Title: Pirate Princess | [
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2,248 | 4 | Byron Barton is the author-artist of many beloved picture books for the youngest reader, including My Car; My Bus; Building a House; Dinosaurs, Dinosaurs; and Machines at Work. His books have earned numerous awards and honors, including six ALA Notable Book Awards, a New York Times Best Illustrated Books selection, five School Library Journal Best Books of the Year selections, and two Reading Rainbow books. He lives in Florida.; Title: Trains Lap Edition | [
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2,249 | 2 | Katherine Applegate is the author of The One and Only Ivan, winner of the Newbery Medal and a #1 New York Times bestseller. Her other books include the acclaimed Wishtree, Crenshaw, Home of the Brave, and the Roscoe Riley Rules series. She lives in California with her family. www.endlingbooks.com; Title: Roscoe Riley Rules #3: Don't Swap Your Sweater for a Dog | [
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2,250 | 4 | Byron Barton is the author-artist of many beloved picture books for the youngest reader, including My Car; My Bus; Building a House; Dinosaurs, Dinosaurs; and Machines at Work. His books have earned numerous awards and honors, including six ALA Notable Book Awards, a New York Times Best Illustrated Books selection, five School Library Journal Best Books of the Year selections, and two Reading Rainbow books. He lives in Florida.; Title: Trucks. Lap Edition | [
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2,251 | 2 | Mr. Destructo-FeetRoscoe's friend Gus wants a pair of cool new shoes. But Gus's parents won't buy them until his old, boring ones are worn out—and that could take forever. Luckily, if there's one thing Roscoe is good at, it's destroying things. . . .Katherine Applegate is the author of The One and Only Ivan, winner of the Newbery Medal and a #1 New York Times bestseller. Her other books include the acclaimed Wishtree, Crenshaw, Home of the Brave, and the Roscoe Riley Rules series. She lives in California with her family. www.endlingbooks.com; Title: Roscoe Riley Rules #6: Never Walk in Shoes That Talk | [
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2,252 | 2 | Grade 1-3–This picture book by a New York Yankees' star features the familiar story of a young boy who achieves his ballpark dreams through hard work and determination. His team is in the playoffs, but he is having a terrible game. The Caribes win, nonetheless, and they're on their way to the championship. Alex, however, wants to improve, and practices constantly with a friend (even going so far as to get up at 5:00 a.m. to practice before school). Young Alex is a likable protagonist who's also playing for his friends and family in the stands. Morrison's action-packed illustrations, in vivid hues, help keep the story moving at a brisk pace. Rodriguez concludes with a note that includes his credo for success: No matter what your dreams and goals, you can never go wrong if you give them all you've got. The scrapbook of photos from his youth, including pictures of his family and friends, is nicely done. This book's appeal will lie mainly with young fans of the Yankee athlete.–Marilyn Taniguchi, Beverly Hills Public Library, CA Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Writing without (credited) assistance, the Yankees' renowned third baseman looks back to his childhood for this inspirational but not heavily moralistic tale. Bouncing back from a playoff game that his team wins despite his own poor performance, young Alex works hard on his skills all week, aces a math test, and then goes on to win the championship game with a grand slam in the bottom of the final inning. Morrison illustrates with paintings of big-headed, sinuous-limbed figures in high-energy poses, and an album of engaging family photos is appended. A better-than-average celebrity product, this promotes both directly and indirectly the customary possibility of achieving dreams through relentless effort and family support. John PetersCopyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved; Title: Out of the Ballpark | [
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2,253 | 2 | Rosenthal and Lichtenheld, who first collaborated on The OK Book (2007), offer a sensitive, funny look at lifes injustices. On each spread, the diverse young characters air their frustrations: Whyd I get the smaller half? Why now, chicken pox? Not all of the speakers are kids. There is a three-legged stool that wonders why the neighboring chair gets an extra leg, and in a clever conclusion, a book wonders why the story has to end. The rhyming text and singsong rhythm add levity to the litany of complaints, while the colorful, cartoon-style pictures expressively convey the characters emotions, from envy to disappointment to wistfulness. A few moments may resonate more with adults, such as in books endpapers, which resemble a legal document outlining a lawsuit between siblings over a cookie thats not divided as promised. Children will welcome the familiar, farcical scenarios, though, and the absence of saccharine sentiments. A good choice for starting discussions about empathy and perspective, this will reassure children that everyone experiences feelings of unfairness. Preschool-Grade 3. --Shelle RosenfeldWhy'd I get the smaller half? Why don't you yell at her? Why does my team always lose? Why can't we have a pet giraffe? Because that's life.And life can't always go the way we want it to. But with this delightful and witty book, Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld reassure us that everyone, including pigs, planets, and square pegs, sometimes thinks: It's not fair!; Title: It's Not Fair! | [
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2,254 | 7 | Ian Beck is the creator of many picture books for children and of the novel The Secret History of Tom Trueheart. He lives in England.; Title: Tom Trueheart and the Land of Dark Stories | [
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2,255 | 2 | Kindergarten-Grade 2—An unnamed boy cheerfully explains his favorite day of the year—Yes Day—as he makes his way through it. He tells readers to watch and see as his every request is granted—pizza for breakfast, hair gel, an ice-cream cone, a food fight, a dinner guest—all that and more. Lichtenheld's bright and funny cartoons bring the story to life, with character expressions that are right on the mark. Endpapers show a calendar filled with familiar and amusing ways to say "no" that are heard on a daily basis, with the exception, of course, on Yes Day. Children will find Rosenthal and Lichtenheld's third collaboration irresistible. Yes!—Catherine Callegari, Gay-Kimball Library, Troy, NH Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.The word no is ubiquitous in kids lives. Rosenthal imagines what it would be like if for just one day adults said yes to everything children asked. The young protagonist poses a series of questions, which are answeredin humorous illustrations. Can I use your hair gel? the child asks. A flip of the page shows the family posing for a photo with the kids hair in spiky triangles. The exuberant cartoon drawings take the child through the day, from pizza for breakfast to picking out junk food at the store to staying up really late. Young readers will pick up on a street sign declaring No saying no. The highlight of the book comes from the somber blue endpapers, which feature a monthly calendar that names a litany of days including No Way, Jose Day; Dont Even Ask Day; and Ixnay Ayday (for pig-latinophiles). Sophisticated and clever, the calendar has a splash of yellow on the last day that proclaims Yes Day! Preschool-Grade 1. --Patricia Austin; Title: Yes Day! | [
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2,256 | 2 | Class trip!Roscoe wants to be on his best behavior for a class trip to the apple orchard. But no matter how hard he tries, he still ends up in a very sticky situation!Katherine Applegate is the author of The One and Only Ivan, winner of the Newbery Medal and a #1 New York Times bestseller. Her other books include the acclaimed Wishtree, Crenshaw, Home of the Brave, and the Roscoe Riley Rules series. She lives in California with her family. www.endlingbooks.com; Title: Roscoe Riley Rules #4: Never Swim in Applesauce | [
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2,257 | 2 | Go ahead and enjoy doing things even if you're just OK at them, this friendly concept book advises. Lichtenheld (What Are You So Grumpy About?) sets aside the color spreads of his previous titles for simple line drawings based on a visual pun. The book's hero is a little stick figure whose head is the O of OK, and whose arms and legs are the K. (Imagine the word OK tipped up on its side.) The scenery is similarly minimal: a black horizon line, a squiggly tree, some grass. I like to try a lot of different things, the OK figure says. I'm not great at all of them, but I enjoy them all the same. On each succeeding page, the stick figure turns in a series of OK performances, roasting a marshmallow, cutting a sandwich not really in half (I'm an OK sharer), and looking at the result of his fishing—a tangle of seaweed and a boot. One day, I'll grow up to be really excellent at something, OK says, while lying in bed. I don't know what it is yet... but I sure am having fun figuring it out. In this age of skateboarding championships and spelling bee movies, it can't hurt to remind kids that the pleasure we take in simple activities is what makes life worthwhile. All ages. Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.In this clever and literal play on words, OK is turned on its side, upside down, and right side up to show that being OK can really be quite great. Whether OK personifies an OK skipper, an OK climber, an OK lightning bug catcher, or an OK whatever there is to experience, ok is an OK place to be. And being OK just may lead to the discovery of what makes one great.With spare yet comforting illustrations and text, Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld celebrate the real skills and talents children possess, encouraging and empowering them to discover their own individual strengths and personalities.All ages; Title: The OK Book | [
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2,258 | 2 | Antes de que anotara 400 jonrones . . . antes de que lo nombraran jugador más valioso en la Liga Americana . . . antes de que fuera "AROD" para millones de fanáticos . . . era simplemente: Alex.Un niño que quería jugar béisbol más que nada en el mundo.La estrella del béisbol Alex Rodríguez se ha inspirado en sus propios recuerdos de infancia para crear este emocionante libro para niños. Es la historia de un chico, Alex, que sabe lo mal que se siente al dar un batazo ante un lanzamiento despiadado, o cuando la pelota le rebota a uno entre las piernas. Alex está decidido a no darse por vencido, ¡aún si eso significa tener que levantarse todos los días antes del amanecer para practicar bateando o aparando antes de ir a la escuela!Lleno del mismo espíritu de determinación y amor al deporte que colocó a AROD en una clase aparte, ¡Jonrón! es un regalo de este grande del deporte a todos los pequeños jugadores que sueñan con convertirse en estrellas.Alex Rodriguez is the third baseman for the New York Yankees. Three times voted the American League Most Valuable Player, he was born in New York City, moved with his family to their native Dominican Republic when he was four, then moved to Miami with his family at the age of eight. The only person in baseball history to hit 400 home runs before his thirtieth birthday, he hit his first home run at the age of six. Drafted out of high school, he played for the Seattle Mariners and then the Texas Rangers before being signed by the Yankees. Alex lives in New York City and Miami, Florida.Alex Rodríguez juega la tercera base para los Yankees de Nueva York. Ha sido elegido dos veces como jugador más valioso (MVP) de la Liga Americana. Nació en Nueva York y a los cuatro años se mudó con su familia a su país de origen, la República Dominicana. Cuando Alex tenía ocho años, regresaron para radicarse en Miami. El único jugador en la historia del béisbol que ha bateado 400 jonrones antes de cumplir los treinta años de edad, ¡Alex bateó su primer jonrón a los seis años! Seleccionado en la escuela secundaria entre los mejores del país por los Marineros de Seattle, jugó para los Rancheros de Texas antes de ser contratado por los Yankees. Alex, su esposa Cynthia y su hijita viven en la ciudad de Nueva York y en Miami, FL.; Title: Jonron! (Spanish Edition) | [
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2,259 | 21 | Praise for SLUMPBUSTER: “I give this book 4 out of 5 smiles.”-Michael Roberts, Kidsday reporter, age 9 “Markey’s deadpan delivery renders his tall-tale names and broad, punning prose quite comical, and the Walloper’s triumphant out-of-the-park home run is the stuff of minor legend.” (Kirkus Reviews)Praise for SLUMPBUSTER: “New baseball series hits it out of the park.” (Family Fun Magazine)Praise for SLUMPBUSTER: “A fun-filled and hilarious read that young baseball enthusiasts are sure to love.” (Tim Green)Praise for WALL BALL: “Celebrates the joys of baseball.” (ALA Booklist)Praise for WALL BALL: “Chuckle-inducing. Over-the-top hilarity.” (Kirkus Reviews)“The Super Sluggers books are always filled with humor, adventure and excitement.” (Washington Post)Kevin Markey thinks "rain" and "out," when used together, are two of the saddest words in the English language. When speaking of weather, "snow" and "day" are much better! Other word combinations as compelling in their way as a bang-bang play on the bases include "greasy slider," "late-inning heroics," and "lasting friendships," concepts that all appear in this book . . . which he hopes will induce gales of laughter (another good one) in every reader.Kevin is the author of Slumpbuster, Wall Ball, and Wing Ding, all in his Super Sluggers series of baseball adventures, and several books of nonfiction. He lives in Northampton, Massachusetts, with his wife and two children and a lovable yellow-haired dog named Happy. He bats left, throws left, and types with both hands.; Title: The Super Sluggers: Rainmaker | [] | Train |
2,260 | 2 | Grade 4–7—This well-known British illustrator's first novel is a charming twist on fairy tales. The Trueheart clan lives near the Land of Stories, once upon a time, long ago. Tom is the youngest of seven boys, and his brothers (all named Jack) have carried on the family tradition of being adventurers-that is, stepping into a story and carrying out the dashing exploits that eventually become legend. On Tom's 12th birthday, he discovers that his brothers are missing, feared to have been captured by a sinister individual who wants to put an end to Stories forever, and it is up to the young lad to discover their fates and prevent the demise of the Land. Readers meet many familiar characters, as the brothers' interrupted adventures involve Snow White, Cinderella, and Rapunzel, to name a few. The two-dimensionality of most of the characters complements the fairy-tale feel, and silhouette drawings interspersed throughout add a wonderfully nostalgic touch. Readers will relate to Tom as he overcomes fears that he will not live up to his brothers' reputations for bravery. The story gets off to a slow start, and the length may deter some children, but those who stick with it will be rewarded with a refreshing and humorous take on traditional fairy tales. Beck's ending suggests that a sequel is forthcoming.—Kim Dare, Fairfax County Public Schools, VA Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Ian Beck is the creator of many picture books for children and of the novel The Secret History of Tom Trueheart. He lives in England.; Title: The Secret History of Tom Trueheart | [
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2,261 | 1 | "A serious assault on the silly bone." (Kirkus Reviews)"An irresistible, laughter-inducing romp." (Sunday Times (London)); Title: You're a Bad Man, Mr. Gum! (You're a Bad Man MR Gum (Hardback)) | [
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2,262 | 7 | Grade 3–5—With a charming amount of sass, Magic Trixie starts her week on the wrong side of the bed. First, her baby sister ruins her chance for cloudberry pancakes. Then she finds out she has to do show-and-tell at the end of the week. As time goes on, Trixie frets about what to take to school. Finally, she decides to take her sister and show everyone a neat disappearing spell. That would solve two problems at once. Frantic, silly, and earnest, Trixie is a delightful little witch. Her dead-on expressions will leave all kids laughing in the aisles, quick to share her stories. The playful art and bright colors splashed on the page bring the child and her supernatural friends to life.—Sadie Mattox, DeKalb County Public Library, Decatur, GA Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Magic Trixie may be the big sister, but her family pays more attention to baby Abby Cadabra and, shes convinced, doesnt let her have any fun. At Monstersorri School, everyone is going to be doing something special for show-and-tell, but theyve already seen all the magic spells that Trixie knows. She feels she has to do something that will make everyone go Wow! but none of the adults will allow her to touch the big magic wand, the magic cauldron, or the spell book. What can she do? Finally, she remembers she knows one more spell: making something disappear. In this graphic novel, Thompson has created a loving, close family and a great group of friends and classmates of Trixies that also happen to be witches, monsters, vampires, mummies, werewolves, and ghosts. Bright colors and a whimsical style make everything friendly rather than scary. Underneath the supernatural trappings lies a classic story of sibling envy to which every big sister and big brother can relate. Grades 3-5. --Kat Kan; Title: Magic Trixie | [
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2,263 | 2 | Hurricanes. Typhoons. Cyclones. No matter what you call them, these formidable, swirling storms are the most devastating events in nature. hurricanes takes young readers on an in-depth exploration of one of the most awe-inspiring phenomena on Earth! This dramatic account of hurricanes and the disasters they leave behind, including Andrew and Katrina, are intensified through arresting full-color photographs and satellite images. Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon has teamed up with the Smithsonian Institution to bring you a new, updated edition of his acclaimed look at this astonishing, and often terrifying, natural disaster.Seymour Simon has been called “the dean of the [children’s science book] field” by the New York Times. He has written more than 300 books for young readers and has received the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting contribution to children’s science literature, the Science Books & Films Key Award for Excellence in Science Books, the Empire State Award for excellence in literature for young people, and the Educational Paperback Association Jeremiah Ludington Award. He and his wife, Liz, live in Columbia County in Upstate New York. You can visit him online at www.seymoursimon.com, where students can post on the “Seymour Science Blog” and educators can download a free four-page teacher guide to accompany this book, putting it in context with Common Core objectives. Join the growing legion of @seymoursimon fans on Twitter!; Title: Hurricanes | [
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2,264 | 1 | PreSchool-Grade 1–&'Twas the night before Christmas in dinosaur land./Tyrannoclaus hurried, his helpers at hand begins this entertaining twist on &The Night Before Christmas. At the North Pole, a sleeping volcano erupts, spewing fiery ash and lava as Tyrannoclaus and his team are trying to take flight. Undeterred, these dynamic dinos &plunge through the fire, the smoke and the steam to deliver their Christmas gifts to all the dinosaur boys and girls. Shroades's dynamic mixed-media digitalized cartoons enhance the text. Dino enthusiasts will delight in this unique holiday treat.–Maureen Wade, Los Angeles Public Library ENDEnjoy the prehistoric book trailer for Tyrannoclaus on YouTube:youtube.com/watch?v=uKP51PL3Ox8; Title: Tyrannoclaus | [
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2,265 | 1 | Michael Bond began chronicling Paddington’s adventures in his first book, A Bear Called Paddington, published in 1958. Fortunately, bears don’t need much encouragement, and Paddington has since filled the pages of twelve further novels, a variety of picture books, and many other projects written for the young at heart.; Title: Paddington | [
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2,266 | 2 | It's never too early to look and talk together!Perfect for babies from birth to age two!This accordion style foldout book is sturdy enough to stand by itself, and it is just the right size for little hands.Tana Hoban's photographs have been exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and in galleries around the world. She has won many gold medals and prizes for her work as a photographer and filmmaker. Her books for children are known and loved throughout the world.; Title: Black & White Board Book | [
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2,267 | 0 | Rose and her parents Laura and Almanzo are moving to the land of the Big Red Apple! They say good-bye to Ma and Pa Ingalls and Lauras sisters, and set off for the lush green valleys of southern Missouri. The journey is long and holds many adventures along the way, which they hope will lead them to a new home and a new life.Roger Lea MacBride, a close friend of Rose Wilder Lane's, was the author of the Rose Years novels.; Title: Little House on Rocky Ridge | [
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2,268 | 1 | John Grogan is the author of the #1 international bestseller Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog, the bestselling middle-grade memoir Marley: A Dog Like No Other, and three #1 best-selling picture books: Bad Dog, Marley!, A Very Marley Christmas, and Marley Goes to School. John lives with his wife and their three children in the Pennsylvania countryside.John Grogan ha sido un premiado reportero gráfico y columnista por más de veinticinco años. Vive en Pensilvania con su esposa Jenny y sus tres hijos.; Title: Bad Dog, Marley! | [
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2,269 | 6 | Grade 4-6 Sixth-grader Banjo H. Bishbash is known by his Rambletown Rounders teammates as the Great Walloper because of his excellent hitting skills. Baseball is a distant memory for the team, however, because of a seemingly never-ending harsh winter. The start of the season has been delayed three times, and the boys are itching to defend their championship against the Hog City Haymakers. The team dynamic has changed, with one player out because of a broken leg and the arrival of a new teammate from Florida. While waiting for the first game, the close-knit group hits upon the idea of organizing a charity-fundraising hot-chocolate stand at school, which will serve spectators who have come to see the parking lot's extraordinary snow mound resembling Mount Rushmore. Markey explores the game's history effectively through J. Patrick Lewis's poem Father Time Is Coming, which describes the changes in American baseball over time. Unfortunately, some readers may lose interest in the plot due to its lack of action, and the constant talk of bad weather and waiting for the start of the baseball season becomes repetitive and mundane. Mairead McInnes, Oakdale-Bohemia Middle School, NY Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.In Slumpbuster (2009), small-town baseball hero Banjo H. Bishbash, nicknamed the Walloper, had emerged from a slump brought on by a long, dry summer. In this follow-up, his town is buried in an April snow, and the team must help their talented center fielder, who has just arrived from Florida, acclimate to the cold. This is not a series that strives for gritty sports realism, either through the game descriptions or through Banjos first-person narration, which sometimes seems to come straight from the 1930s. Still, this installment establishes the SuperSluggers series titles as enjoyable reads that unambiguously celebrate the joys of baseball. Grades 3-5. --Todd Morning; Title: The Super Sluggers: Wall Ball | [
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2,270 | 14 | “A stunning debut from a rising star!” (Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart)Patricia Fry is a talented author, artist, educator, and paper engineer. She is a graduate of Columbia University's Teachers College and worked as an elementary school teacher for several years.; Title: The Nutcracker: A Pop-Up Book: Adapted from the Classic Tale by E. T. A. Hoffmann | [
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2,271 | 2 | Australian newcomer Hume's wry naïve illustrations buoy this somewhat clunky story about a misfit cow, in which the explicit message about the importance of diversity overshadows the comedy. Clancy the cow is a "great disappointment for his parents. You see, they belonged to a herd of Belted Galloways, but Clancy had no belt. He was beltless." (Belted Galloways are black with a white band around the middle.) Clancy grows strong by slipping through the fence at night into the Herefords' lush field to graze (without a stripe, "he was invisible in the dark!"), and a Romeo and Juliet subplot emerges in which Clancy falls in love with a "totally brown" Hereford named Helga ("Like Clancy, Helga had always been picked on because she was different"). In the pasture war between the herds, the Herefords have the upper hoof until Clancy wins the wrestling match and proclaims, "I say we pull down the fence and be cows together." Hume's illustrations of the cartoon cows are often amusing. As an outcast, Clancy tries various silly remedies: he paints on a white stripe, sprinkles on white sugar and even rolls in the snow. When Clancy is being trained to fight by some experienced wrestlers, the spread features different cow-appropriate wrestling holds (the Cud Cruncher, the Helicowpter, the Ruminator, etc.). These comic touches leaven the rather heavy-handed message. All ages. (Mar.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Kindergarten-Grade 1—Clancy is a Belted Galloway born beltless. Teased by the others, he tries various methods of blending in, but all fail. The Belted Galloway community itself is the victim of a harsh fate; each year they miss out on the grazing rights to the rich grass because they cannot defeat the Herefords in the annual cow-wrestling competition. When Clancy realizes that, under the protection of his all-black hide, he can sneak into the Herefords' field at night, he grazes and becomes stronger. More importantly, he befriends Helga, an all-brown Hereford. She, too, has known the sting of rejection. When Clancy finally defeats a Hereford, and the Belted Galloways prepare to take over the rich grazing field, Clancy and Helga call for an end to the discrimination. "I say we pull down the fence and be cows together." And they all lived happily ever after. From Margaret Rey's Spotty to Dumbo to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, children have heard this "being different is okay" theme many times before. The illustrations, done in watercolor and graphite pencil, are amusing at times-the spread on cow wrestling maneuvers is a good example—but, over all, this is a force-fed message book.—Kara Schaff Dean, Needham Public Library, MA Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: Clancy the Courageous Cow | [
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2,272 | 1 | Kindergarten-Grade 2—When a baby dragon hauls himself in through Winnie the witch's cat's door, smoky chaos ensues, and the mistress of the house must use her magic to control the situation in some unusual ways. Winnie and Wilbur find the baby dragon's mother and settle down for the night—just about the time the sun comes up. One of the best parts of this story is the juxtaposition of the text and illustrations. While Winnie is presented in a fairly straightforward manner in the text, she is much funnier in the illustrations. Her wiry hair is flying, her nightie is rumpled, and her socks and shoes most definitely do not match. Paul uses atmospheric purples and grays in Winnie's mostly black house, and there are fun details all over, including creepy portraits and spider webs. This is a fun addition where the earlier books are popular.—Susan E. Murray, Glendale Public Library, AZ Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Valerie Thomas was born in Australia and has lived there for most of her life. Although she doesn't have a broomstick, she has traveled to most parts of the world, and she is now trying to organize her life so that she never has to experience another winter. She used to live with a big black cat exactly like Wilbur, but luckily her house was not black.; Title: Winnie's Midnight Dragon | [
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2,273 | 2 | If the kids can't sit still for the class performance, Roscoe's teacher could be in big trouble. Fortunately Roscoe has a plan to save her—a super, mega, gonzo plan! What could go wrong?Katherine Applegate is the author of The One and Only Ivan, winner of the Newbery Medal and a #1 New York Times bestseller. Her other books include the acclaimed Wishtree, Crenshaw, Home of the Brave, and the Roscoe Riley Rules series. She lives in California with her family. www.endlingbooks.com; Title: Roscoe Riley Rules #1: Never Glue Your Friends to Chairs | [
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2,274 | 2 | Pig-napped!When Roscoe's stuffed pig goes missing, he is convinced that Wyatt, the class bully, is responsible. When Roscoe finds out where Wyatt keeps his teddy bear, he decides to give that old bully a taste of his own medicine. That will fix everything. Won't it?Katherine Applegate is the author of The One and Only Ivan, winner of the Newbery Medal and a #1 New York Times bestseller. Her other books include the acclaimed Wishtree, Crenshaw, Home of the Brave, and the Roscoe Riley Rules series. She lives in California with her family. www.endlingbooks.com; Title: Roscoe Riley Rules #2: Never Swipe a Bully's Bear | [
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2,275 | 1 | Valerie Thomas was born in Australia and has lived there for most of her life. Although she doesn't have a broomstick, she has traveled to most parts of the world, and she is now trying to organize her life so that she never has to experience another winter. She used to live with a big black cat exactly like Wilbur, but luckily her house was not black.; Title: Winnie the Witch | [
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2,276 | 2 | “Humorous watercolor illustrations, including full- and double-page spreads and such little details as allowing the whiskers and eyebrows to reflect feline feelings make this one new reader that will be eagerly read over and over .... Please, let there be more adventures of Mac and Cheese.” (Kirkus Reviews)“Beginning readers will relate to the felines’ conflict of interests and temperaments as Mac attempts to convince Cheese to leave their alley and take a trip to the beach …. A good choice for fans of Alyssa Satin Capucilli’s ‘Biscuit’ (HarperCollins) and Tedd Arnold’s ‘Fly Guy.’” (School Library Journal)Praise for MAC AND CHEESE: “Offers a rhyming text with some nice turns of phrase as well as appealing, stylized illustrations.” (Booklist)Praise for MAC AND CHEESE: “Simplicity of text, action illustrated to lead readers in turning the page, and a satisfying conclusion makes this easy reader a solid selection for all libraries.” (School Library Journal)Mac wants to spend a day at the beach, but Cheese would rather stay in bed. Can Mac convince his best friend that the sea is the perfect place to be?; Title: Mac and Cheese and the Perfect Plan (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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2,277 | 13 | K-Gr 3Marie, an African American child, gets a drummer nutcracker figure from her Uncle Cab for Christmas and dreams about toy soldiers coming to life and their battle with the army of mice. Set in Harlem in the 1920s, this version of the classic tale features black characters, and the music is jazz, not Tchaikovsky. Ransome's watercolor illustrations enhance the story handsomely, and the author's end note gives a brief background on the Harlem Renaissance. VERDICT This is a fine addition to the canon of retellings of the E.T.A. Hoffmann tale and the perennially favorite holiday ballet.Virginia Walter, UCLA Graduate School of Education and Information Studies“This inventive book embeds the classic holiday ballet in the elegant Harlem Renaissance world of the 1920s...[Ransome’s] rich jewel-toned art makes both indoor scenes and the New York City night vibrate with life and holiday wonder.” (New York Times Book Review)“Radiant watercolor illustrations use a palette of glowing jewel tones, especially deep blues and brilliant fuchsia for Marie’s flowing dress.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))“An intriguing integration of The Nutcracker’s magic into a new setting, and a welcome addition to the shelf of Nutcracker-themed picture books.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))“From the dreamy, lyrical jacket illustration to the moonlit street scene to the beautifully individualized portrayals of characters in period clothing, Ransome’s deep-toned watercolor paintings bring the story and its Jazz Age background to life on the page.” (Booklist)“A familiar ballet story, reinterpreted with style.” (Booklist)“Filled with motion, emotion, and period detail, Ransome’s vivid watercolors celebrate the magic of both the fairy-tale world Marie dreams herself into and the vibrant real-life community that is eager to help her find her voice.” (Publishers Weekly)“T.E. McMorrow has breathed new life into a children’s Christmas classic... [it] begs to be on the shelves now rather than later.” (East Hampton Star)“Each page is filled with sumptuous illustrations and paintings by Mr. Ransome...” (East Hampton Star)“[McMorrow’s] well-crafted, quasi-homage to the original “Nutcracker,” together with illustrations that help the imagination run wild and the inclusive theme of Christmas magic, will be sure to provide an escape from the tedium of the imminent commercial holiday season.” (East Hampton Star)“Ransome’s watercolor illustrations enhance the story handsomely, and the author’s end note gives a brief background on the Harlem Renaissance.” (School Library Journal); Title: The Nutcracker in Harlem | [
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2,278 | 0 | Now that the holidays are over and her cousins have left, Martha is lonely and restless. But when Father comes home with some thrilling news, the little stone house is bustling with excitement again. Her cousins are moving into the house across the loch! Of course theres much to be done to set the house up, and Marthas whole family pitches in.Melissa Wiley, the author of the Charlotte Years and the Martha Years series, has done extensive research on early-nineteenth-century New England life. She lives in Virginia with her husband, Scott, and her daughters, Kate, Erin, and Eileen.; Title: The Far Side of the Loch: The Martha Years Book Two (Little House Prequel) | [
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2,279 | 2 | Alyssa Satin Capucilli is the author of the first story about Tulip and Rex, Tulip Loves Rex, as well as the bestselling Biscuit books and many other beloved children's books. She lives in a book-filled home in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York.; Title: Biscuit Takes a Walk (My First I Can Read) | [
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2,280 | 2 | “Biscuit is a charming little fellow. Traditional and sweet just like homemade buttermilk biscuits with honey.” (Kirkus Reviews)Alyssa Satin Capucilli is the author of the first story about Tulip and Rex, Tulip Loves Rex, as well as the bestselling Biscuit books and many other beloved children's books. She lives in a book-filled home in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York.; Title: Biscuit Meets the Class Pet (My First I Can Read) | [
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2,281 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2"Dogs, dogs, dogs," chants a red-haired boy with a large, round head and striped shirt, as he strolls through the park on a sunny day. During his walk, he encounters all sorts of canines. No matter their size, shape, personality, or breed, he adores them. The boy makes note of the different varieties he meets, from "strong dogs" and "long dogs" to "shaggy dogs" and "waggy dogs." On his journey, he passes several signs advertising an adopt-a-dog program. Finally, he reaches the street and eagerly heads into the local pet store. As the proprietor hands him his own smiling pup, the boy says once again, "Dogs, dogs, dogs. I love dogs!" Staake's dynamic digital illustrations add energy and humor to the rhyming text. Each spread depicts a number of pups enjoying a romp in the park. All of the canines are bursting with unique personality and their owners are just as diverse as their pets. In the middle of all the action, the boy cannot contain his delight as he moves from page to page. Pair this exuberant title with Jane O'Connor's The Perfect Puppy for Me (Viking, 2003) or Wanda Gag's classic Millions of Cats.Linda L. Walkins, Saint Joseph Preparatory High School, Boston, MA“Simple verse and comic cartoons combine to celebrate a bounding, boundless variety of dogdom. Individual viewers will pore over this-and storytime audiences will roar! Dog-lovers rejoice!” (ALA Booklist)“Pleasing pups and a vibrant illustration style make this a cheery story for preschoolers or for children just beginning to read on their own.” (Kirkus Reviews)“Staake’s dynamic digital illustrations add energy and humor to the rhyming text. Each spread depicts a number of pups enjoying a romp in the park. All of the canines are bursting with unique personality and their owners are just as diverse as their pets. ” (School Library Journal)Praise for Bob Staake’s LOOK! A BOOK!: “From dinosaurs to flying saucers, mummies to robots, a glorious cornucopia of stuff to find hides in plain sight on the pages of this picture book. An ebullient, witty title that children will return to again and again.” (ALA Booklist)Praise for Bob Staake’s BLUEBIRD: “Like nothing you have seen before.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))Praise for Sue Stainton’s I LOVE CATS: “More than two dozen cats to ‘ooh’ and ‘aah’ over…maximum catness.” (ALA Booklist)Praise for Sue Stainton’s I LOVE CATS: “This picture book has what every cat person wants. A good selection for early readers.” (School Library Journal); Title: I Love Dogs! | [
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2,282 | 2 | When Macaroni sings a song,Cheese will never sing along.Mac likes to jump and play and sing, But Cheese does not like anything.Macaroni and Cheese are best friends, yet they couldn’t be more different! Mac likes to pounce and bounce and jump, but Cheese just sits there like a lump. But when Mac runs into a problem with a gust of wind, Cheese stops being a grumpy grump long enough to help save his friend’s favorite hat. Written in the style of P. D. Eastman’s classic Big Dog . . . Little Dog, this modern-day alley-cat odd couple will delight beginning readers.Sarah Weeks has written more than fifty books for young readers. Some of her picture books include Mrs. McNosh Hangs Up Her Wash, Sophie Peterman Tells the Truth!, and Glamourpuss. Her bestselling novel, So B. It, is a feature-length film starring Alfre Woodard and Talitha Bateman. Ms. Weeks visits thousands of students in elementary and middle schools across the country every year. She is also an adjunct professor in the prestigious MFA Writing for Children and Young Adults program at the New School. Sarah lives in Nyack, New York, with her husband, Jim Fyfe, and their dog, Mia. You can visit her online at www.sarahweeks.com.; Title: Mac and Cheese (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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2,283 | 0 | PreS-Gr 1Scat, Cat! tells the story of a lost striped cat trying to find its way home. In Mia, a cat that is an aspiring dancer takes her older sister's tutu, by mistake, to her first dance class. Both books have short, simple sentences and easy plotlines, good devices for beginning readers. The first title is a bit more successful in this regard as it employs more word and phrase repetition. Large, colorful illustrations and an easy-to-read typeface make both books visually appealing. Pictures in Mia are slightly more whimsical, and the cover illustration of a happy kitten twirling in a pink tutu is sure to grab young girls' attention.Kelly Roth, Bartow County Public Library, Cartersville, GA© Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted."Scat, cat!" said the dog."Scat, cat!" said the bird."Scat, cat!" said the other cats."Go home."When a small cat is lost, he walks and walks. He walks through city and country, and if someone tells him to scat, he just keeps walking. Will the cat find a home?From the author of Biscuit comes a simple, appealing text—brought to life in Paul Meisel's art—perfect for the youngest of readers. This small cat is sure to receive a warm welcome from small children!; Title: Scat, Cat! (My First I Can Read) | [
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2,284 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2—Irene, the patient host to a menagerie of quirky animals, finds a new visitor at her door in this follow-up to Duck at the Door (2007) and Duck Soup (2008, both HarperCollins). Her visitor is Harold, an alligator on the lam from the zoo detectives. His crime? "I just had a snack! Okay, so it was someone's pet. I didn't know that!" Max the duck puts aside his fears of being eaten and convinces everyone to take Harold in. Sure enough, he has a large appetite, though he seems happy with the gang's culinary offerings. Eventually the zoo detectives show up at Irene's door, but Harold is off the hook. "The dog we thought Harold ate wasn't the girl's PET DOG. It was her HOT DOG." The charming watercolors will give audiences plenty to look at as these expressive creatures search the house for an alligator-sized hiding place and plot to save their new guest. The animals are clearly the movers and shakers in this household, and Urbanovic has done a fine job of rendering each one with clever humanlike postures and expressions. Readers will be especially tickled by the illustration of a room full of animals all dressed in homemade alligator costumes. With a comedic story and strong visuals, Duck and Cover is sure to please.—Jayne Damron, Farmington Community Library, MI Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.As fans of Duck at the Door (2007) and Duck Soup (2008) know, Irenes house is a haven for homeless animals. Still, she is shocked when an alligator knocks at the door and begs for sanctuary. Duck convinces Irene to shelter the gator, though their furry and feathered housemates are frantic with terror. As they get to know Max, they do want to help himas far as their jitters will allow. Lively ink drawings with colorful washes amplify the comedy. The story reads well, but Urbanovics amusing portrayals of the animal characters steal the show. Fun for reading aloud to singles or groups. Preschool-Grade 2. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Duck and Cover (Max the Duck) | [
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2,285 | 2 | “Biscuit is a charming little fellow. Traditional and sweet just like homemade buttermilk biscuits with honey.” (Kirkus Reviews)"What's that, Biscuit?"Biscuit has found a lost teddy bear. But who does it belong to? None of his friends is missing a bear. Can Biscuit find the teddy bear's owner? The youngest of readers will enjoy following Biscuit's search to return the bear to its rightful home in this charming, easy-to-read adventure.; Title: Biscuit and the Lost Teddy Bear (My First I Can Read) | [
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2,286 | 2 | Let the games begin!Gil Goodson's future happiness depends on winning the Golly Toy & Game Company's ultimate competition. If Gil wins, his dad has promised that the family can move away from all the gossip, false friends, and bad press that have plagued them ever since The Incident. Inside the toy company's fantastic headquarters, Gil will have to master trivia, solve puzzles, and complete physical stunts—and he'll have to do it better than all of the other kids competing.Oh, and did we mention that Gil's every step—and every mistake—will be broadcast on national television? Hold on tight, because the ride of his life is about to begin!Jody Feldman has always loved riddles and brainteasers and word games, and she lives in a city on a river whose name contains four s's, two p's, and four i's. Jody has written as many books for young readers as there are players in a doubles tennis match. To find out how many brothers she has, take the number of bases on a baseball diamond and divide it by the number of times Grover Cleveland was president of the United States.; Title: The Gollywhopper Games | [
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2,287 | 1 | “Cheery illustrations. Great fun for storyhours.” (School Library Journal)“Rib-tickling.” (Child Magazine)“Bighearted. Will appeal to a wide range of readers.” (Kirkus Reviews)Jackie Urbanovic is the New York Times best-selling author and illustrator of Duck at the Door, Duck Soup, and Duck and Cover, as well as the illustrator of If You're Hoppy, by April Pulley Sayre. She lives in Silver Spring, Maryland.; Title: Duck at the Door (Max the Duck) | [
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2,288 | 2 | Emily Rodda has written many books for children, including Finders Keepers, which School Library journal dubbed "a lively adventure," and several novels about the likable hero Rowan. The first of these novels, Rowan of Rin, won the Children's Book Council of Australia Book of the Year for Younger Readers Award when it was first published. In fact, Emily Rodda has won the Children's Book Council of Australia Book of the Year Award an unprecedented five times. A former editor, Ms. Rodda is also the best-selling author of adult mysteries under the name Jennifer Rowe. She lives in Australia.; Title: Fairy Realm: Enter the Realm: Three Adventures | [
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2,289 | 1 | Caps for Sale, a timeless classic, is now available as a musical narrative on cassette. The memorable melodies and catchy lyrics of the "Caps" songs are simple to learn and easy to sing. Recording artist Ann Marie Mulhearn brings the story to life in a new and mesmerizing way. This easy-to-read and sing-a-long story about a peddler and a band of mischievous monkeys is filled with wonderful background sounds, mischievous monkey music and splendid arrangements. Great for card rides, nap time, bed times or anytime, the musical version of Caps For Sale will have your children listening, reading and singing along again and again.Esphyr Slobodkina (1908–2002), internationally renowned artist and author of the children's classic Caps for Sale, was among the first female American artists to explore abstraction and the first to use collage in American storybooks. She studied art in Russia and China before immigrating to the United States in 1928. She was a founding member of the American Abstract Artists group, and her work is represented in prominent museum collections across the country.; Title: Caps for Sale Book and CD: A Tale of a Peddler, Some Monkeys, and Their Monkey Business | [
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2,290 | 2 | Beth Mayall is the former editor-in-chief of All About You magazine and is a contributing editor at Teen. She is currently freelance writing for Marie Claire, YM, Twist, TeenStyle and Hot! She lives in Santa Monica, California.; Title: Middle School: The Real Deal (revised edition): From Cafeteria Food to Combination Locks | [
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2,292 | 11 | Tum Tica! Tum Tica! The dancers twirled, the lights swirled, and the mambo went on and on. Like so many of Browns biographies, such as Waiting for the Biblioburro (2011) and Side by Side/Lado a lado: The Story of Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez/La historia de Dolores Huerta y Csar Chvez (2009), Titos story introduces readers to a vibrant Latino figure. As a baby, Puente made music with pots and pans, and he later grew up to fulfill his dreams as a musician and beloved bandleader. Award-winning illustrator Lpez brings Titos story to life in vibrant acrylic salsa reds and oranges, which are splashed behind every shake of Titos hips and wink of his eyes. The swirling, whirling compositions add to the texts rhythmic beat. To continue the rumba after Titos story has ended, the last page of the book offers a simple melody to play on its own or alongside the book. An authors note (in both English and Spanish) sheds more light on Puentes life. Grades K-3. --Angie Zapata“My father was an inspiration to many generations of Latin music fans worldwide. This book is a testament to that. Now his name and likeness will reach a brand new group of young fans who will discover his genius and talent.” (Tito Puente Jr.)“Brown and Lopez collaborate in this energetic bilingual tribute to salsa drummer and band leader extraordinaire. Lopez’s pictures convey salsa’s rhythmic exuberance via a riotous palette. A vibrant, reverent celebration of the godfather of salsa.” (Kirkus Reviews)“...Irresistable...The vibrant imagery hums right off the page, full of high-contrast color and energetic composition, and decorated with swirling, starry embellishments. (Horn Book Magazine)Brown’s bilingual text echoes the rhythms of salsa, mambo, and jazz . Lopez’s sizzling acrylics are anything but flat. (Publishers Weekly)Like so many of Brown’s biographies, Tito’s story introduces readers to a vibrant Latino figure. Award-winning illustrator Lpez brings Tito’s story to life in vibrant acrylic salsa reds and oranges, which are splashed behind every shake of Tito’s hips and wink of his eyes. (ALA Booklist); Title: Tito Puente, Mambo King/Tito Puente, Rey del Mambo: Bilingual Spanish-English (Pura Belpre Honor Books - Illustration Honor) | [
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2,293 | 0 | Kindergarten-Grade 2—This contribution to the celebrity canon is by no means the worst, and Foxworthy's collection of light verse courts both fans of the comedian and their children. The brief poems are perfect for rote memorization assignments and cover familiar, kid-friendly topics like lost baseball hats and bubble baths. Björkman's artwork peppers every page with tykes and friendly suburban wildlife in perpetual states of pop-eyed delight. Alert readers may spot a note on the verso of the title that suggests an "I Spy"-esque hunt for images in the illustrations for the poem "What Do You See?" The suggestion looks and feels like an afterthought, buried as it is in fine print amid the bibliographic data. But never mind; this is still a respectable choice. Kudos to Foxworthy for his role in the production of an appealing, easy read.—Catherine Threadgill, Charleston County Public Library, SC Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Jeff Foxworthy is one of the most respected and successful comedians in the country. He is the largest-selling comedy-recording artist in history, a multiple Grammy® Award nominee, and bestselling author of more than twenty-six books. He hosts the hit television show Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?Steve Bjorkman has illustrated nearly one hundred picture books, including the New York Times bestseller Dirt on My Shirt by Jeff Foxworthy. He has also sold millions of greeting cards through Recycled Paper Greetings with his brother, Carl. Steve lives with his wife in Irvine, California.; Title: Dirt on My Shirt | [
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2,294 | 7 | Roald Dahl is considered one of the most beloved writers of our time. Although he passed away in 1990, his popularity continues to increase as his fantastic novels, including The Witches and Matilda, delight an ever-growing legion of fans.Roald Dahl's collection of stories for younger children includes classics like CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY and JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH. There are also lesser-known tales like FANTASTIC MR. FOX, in which a loving papa fox outwits a farmer to feed his kits, and THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE, in which a greedy reptile hunts for a young child to eat. In each story the underdog characters triumph, and evil is punished in intriguing ways. For example, the girl in THE MAGIC FINGER shows hunters what it feels like to be hunted. The author reads all these magical tales in his elegant British tones, his pacing showing tenderness for his characters. The excellence of carefully chosen rhythms and rhymes resounds throughout. S.W. © AudioFile 2007, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine; Title: The Roald Dahl Audio CD Collection | [
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2,295 | 2 | Sam McBratney has been writing children's books for nearly thirty years. His bestselling book Guess How Much I Love You, illustrated by Anita Jeram, has sold more than 16 million copies worldwide and continues to sell a million copies a year. He lives outside of Belfast, Northern Ireland.; Title: Yes We Can! | [
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2,296 | 1 | Starred Review. PreSchool-Grade 2—What could possibly equal the McMullans' audacious garbage truck in I Stink! (2002) and the brazen backhoe in I'm Dirty! (2006, both HarperCollins) for unadulterated attitude? Why, a towering, tough-talking T. rex, of course, complete with "rip-'em-up CLAWS," "bite-'em-up FANGS," and "Bad breath." (And don't even think of making fun of its "baby arms.") This creature is really big, "6-tons-of-MUSCLE-on-the-hustle BIG," with a "BIG empty belly growling for GRUB." Despite the beast's bravado, however, its attempts at catching prey are repeatedly—and hilariously—foiled. The predator's state of mind moves from arrogance to despair on a wonderfully illustrated psychedelic spread awhirl with forest foliage and easy-to-spot edible critters that the frustrated T. rex can smell but can't find. As the great hunter lies on its back having a tantrum, a vertical fold-out page is lifted to reveal the reptile's even bigger mother, who provides a bit of "takeout" for her grateful child. Vibrant artwork done in bold shades of green, orange, and violet equal the swaggering text in tone, energy, and humor. Whether devoured during a boisterous storytime or consumed independently, children will eat this one up.—Joy Fleishhacker, School Library Journal Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Like the bragging, swaggering vehicles in the authors previous titles, such as I Stink! (2004), the tyrannosaurus narrator of this picture book is all boasts: Im REALLY bad. Scare-the-tails-off-all-the-other-dinosaurs BAD. After showing off his mighty features, somewhat defensively (Did you just call me BABY ARMS? Long as yours, pal20 times stronger), the dino hunts unsuccessfully for a meal,and his bluster wears thin: Am I ever gonna eat again? Theres gotta be food in the forest . . .There is. And it comes from Mom, who appears in a dramatic fold-out page that shows her towering size, amplifying the surprise that the dinosaur speaker is a pint-size youngster. As in I Stink! the high-energy illustrations and macho narrators words create a rowdy, crowd-pleasing whole. Children will delight in the dinosaurs wild expressions and the dynamic text, filled with comic-book sound effects. Pair this with David Ezra Steins Monster Hug (2007), which includes a similar transformation ofhulking monster into cuddly kid. Preschool-Grade 1. --Gillian Engberg; Title: I'm Bad! (Kate and Jim Mcmullan) | [
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2,297 | 11 | Gr 13A bilingual picture book biography about Pel, the first man in the history of the sport to score 1,000 goals and become a living legend. From the poverty-filled streets of Brazil to the packed stadiums of the World Cup, the dynamic illustrations convey the vigor and verve of the athlete's life.Twisting multiple perspectives, adding swirls of color, and limning distorted figures with loose auras of yellow and blue, Gutirrez creates high-energy, full-bleed illustrations that kick up the unexceptional English-over-Spanish text of this tribute to Pel, still soccers O Rei (The King). Every evening, no matter how tired they were, Pel and his father, Dondinho, would play soccer in the streets. Whoops! Sometimes Pel accidentally broke a window or kicked a ball over a fence. Brown retraces Pels youth and swift rise to fame, closing with a dramatic account of his 1,000th goal. He went on to score 280 more, and has remained active since his retirement, but readers will find that sort of information only in the fine-print authors note at the end. Nonetheless, at least visually, this makes a stirring alternative to Lesa Cline-Ransomes Young Pel: Soccers First Star (2007), illustrated by James Ransome. Grades 1-3. --John Peters; Title: Pele, King of Soccer/Pele, El rey del futbol: Bilingual Spanish-English | [
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2,298 | 0 | Clive Staples Lewis (1898-1963) was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably the most influential Christian writer of his day. He was a Fellow and Tutor in English literature at Oxford University until 1954, when he was unanimously elected to the Chair of Medieval and Renaissance English at Cambridge University, a position he held until his retirement. His major contributions in literary criticism, children's literature, fantasy literature, and popular theology brought him international renown and acclaim. He wrote more than thirty books, allowing him to reach a vast audience, and his works continue to attract thousands of new readers every year. His most distinguished and popular accomplishments include, The Chronicles of Narnia, Out of the Silent Planet, The Four Loves, The Screwtape Letters, and Mere Christianity. Visit the C.S. Lewis website at www.cslewis.com.; Title: Prince Caspian: This Is Narnia (I Can Read Level 2) | [
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2,299 | 2 | R.L. Stine has more than 350 million English language books in print, plus international editions in 32 languages, making him one of the most popular children’s authors in history. Besides Goosebumps, R.L. Stine has written other series, including Fear Street, Rotten School, Mostly Ghostly, The Nightmare Room, and Dangerous Girls. R.L. Stine lives in New York with his wife, Jane, and his Cavalier King Charles spaniel, Minnie. Visit him online at www.rlstine.com.; Title: Dumb Clucks (Rotten School, No. 16) | [
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