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22,300 | 18 | Gr 4-6-These books open with an introduction in the voice of the subject of the biography, followed by "People You Will Meet" and a chronology. Next, several chapters outline the main events in the subjects' lives', and end with "10 Things You Should Know About" and "10 MORE Things That Are Pretty Cool to Know." In Washington, readers get broad strokes regarding the man's childhood and years at Mount Vernon, and then follow the time line into his military career. Specific moments in his career and in American history are highlighted, often in sidebars. Sacagawea follows the same format, beginning with the young woman's life with the Lemhi Shoshone and including her capture and subsequent sale by the Hidasta. Her role as interpreter for Lewis and Clark is shown as important to the success of their journey. Both books have sketchlike illustrations throughout. One drawback in these volumes is in the design. The placement of text boxes often interrupts the flow of the text and leads to some flipping back and forth to get all of the information. For example, a box outlining Washington's prowess in math but failure in spelling is placed mid-sentence, leaving readers to either abandon the sentence about his brother or flip back once it is read. The time lines are oriented horizontally, rather than vertically. The overall effect of these design choices detracts from the presentations. The "Who Was" series (Grosset & Dunlap) may be a better first choice for school libraries.-Stacy Dillon, LREI, New York City(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.; Title: I Am #1: Sacagawea | [
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22,301 | 11 | "Short Breezy Prose"If Christmas has Santa Claus and teeth have the Tooth Fairy, why not a Birthday Queen for birthdays? . . . Audrey Woods short, breezy prose and Don Woods candy-colored spreads, which mingle slapstick with surrealism, hold sentimentality at bay; a gift-wrapping scene is a riot of wrapping paper, tape, and birthday magic, which comes courtesy of the queens three wands.PreS-Gr 2Somewhere, in a colorful palace crowned with a star and ringed with candles, the Birthday Queen is busy preparing a party. She tastes cakes, practices games, and auditions clowns. She decorates with three snaps of her fingers. Unfortunately, what could have been a celebration of the magic of birthdays is flawed by a second-person narration that might be confusing to young listeners and an ending that does not jibe with the fantastical beginning. Readers are given no hints in either text or illustrations to indicate that the Birthday Queen is anything but a manic monarch, though at the end it is revealed that she is actually the birthday child's mother. Only the final page hints that the magic was only in the child's head, or perhaps the mother's. The bright oil paintings, while lively and colorful, border on garish with grinning characters who have green and purple shadows around their eyes. This brightly illustrated, slight salute to party planning ends up missing the mark.Martha Link Yesowitch, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, NC(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.; Title: The Birthday Queen | [
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22,302 | 1 | Gr 46Lasky begins this new series with an origin story about wild mustangs. The young filly Estrella, named for the star-shaped mark on her forehead, is born on a conquistador's ship heading for the New World. When the conquistadors decide to jettison the weaker and older horses, Estrella and her dam, Perlina, are dumped into the ocean with several other horses. Perlina dies in a shark attack, but Estrella and the other horses make it to land. Guided by Estrella's visions of faraway grasslands, the horses head north from Mexico toward the Western plains of what is now the United States. It is a long and hazardous journey through jungles where they encounter jaguars, crocodiles, and other predators. Their most dangerous encounters, however, are with human beings, as the horses become caught up in the clash between Spanish soldiers of fortune and the Native people. The author includes some gruesome but historically accurate details about what happened to these animals during the Spanish conquest. This story is fast paced and full of action, but there is also a mythic resonance in Estrella's visions of the horses' long ago prehistoric ancestor and their return to North America. Although the horses are anthropomorphized to a degree, Lasky creates a believable culture for them, based on actual equine behavior. Young equestrians and horse lovers are an obvious audience for this series, but fans of Lasky's previous books will also find much to enjoy.Kathleen E. Gruver, Burlington County Library, Westampton, NJIn the opening volume of her new series Horses of the Dawn, Lasky (author of the Guardians of GaHoole books) reimagines the history of the reintroduction of horses to North America by Spanish conquistadors through the eyes of the horses they brought with them. Estrella, a plucky foal unexpectedly born on board a Spanish ship bound for the New World, is strong, brave, and wise beyond her years. She, along with three others, survives being tossed overboard into shark-infested waters by swimming to the Yucatan Peninsula. Thus begins her quest to find the land of the sweet grass only she can smell. The new herd faces dangers from animals and men alike. Laskys delicate writing strikes a balance between exciting adventure story and family saga, and its sprinkled with real historical events such as the retreat of Corts from the Aztec capital Teotihuacn. Readers will root for Estrella and eagerly await the next installment in what is sure to be a popular series. Grades 3-6. --Magan Szwarek; Title: Horses of the Dawn #1: The Escape | [
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22,303 | 0 | PreS-Gr 2-Yolen and Teague add to their delightful dinosaur canon with this funny, gentle reminder of proper behavior for the most eagerly anticipated of holidays. As in previous titles, the dinosaurs have human parents and each one can be identified by the inclusion of its name in the illustrations. The 10 featured behemoths also adorn the endpapers. Enhancing the hilarity are the cats and dogs in the role of family pets bearing witness to the dinosaurs' antics-such as sneaking out of bed to peek, ripping open presents, deconstructing the tree, pre-licking candy canes, dumping out stockings, and eating Santa's cookies. Don't pass up this exuberant guide to achieving yuletide harmony.-Linda Israelson, Los Angeles Public Library(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.; Title: How Do Dinosaurs Say Merry Christmas? | [
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22,304 | 0 | Praise for Dash Winner of the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical FictionA Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year*"Emotionally satisfying and thought-provoking." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review*"[A] trenchant novel." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review"Historical fiction at its best." -- School Library JournalPraise for Duke *"Exceptionally well-crafted and emotionally authentic." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review*"[An] incisive tale of loyalty, patriotism, sacrifice, and bravery." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review"A good example of how bravery comes in all shapes, sizes -- and breeds." -- BooklistPraise for Dear America: The Fences Between Us "Larson deftly folds historical detail into Piper's lively diary entries, which describe her friendships, first romance, and school dramas as well as her view of the subsequent internment of Japanese Americans and the prejudice against sympathizers." -- Booklist"Larson does an excellent job recreating the tension Piper feels. . . . [a] well-researched novel." -- VOYAPraise for Hattie Big Sky A Newbery Honor Recipient*"[An] engaging historical novel... [Larson] creates a richly textured novel full of memorable characters." -- Booklist, starred review*"Larson... create[s] a masterful picture of the homesteading experience and the people who persevered." -- School Library Journal, starred review"Refreshing." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books; Title: Dash (Dogs of World War II) | [
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22,305 | 7 | Praise for GOOSEBUMPS WANTED: THE HAUNTED MASK"...this book offers a great opportunity to rediscover what makes Stine so special: his swift characterizations, icky ideas, and prose that offers the exact right amount of cover-your-eyes detail." -Booklist"Pure, Goosebumps–style terror-by-formula, polished through use to such a high gloss that it slides along frictionlessly–a worthy celebration of the series' 20th anniversary." -Kirkus ReviewsR.L. Stine's books have sold more than 300 million copies, making him one of the most popular children's authors in history. Besides Goosebumps, R.L. Stine has written 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 King Charles spaniel, Minnie. www.RLStine.com.; Title: Son of Slappy (Goosebumps Most Wanted #2) | [
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22,306 | 0 | Gr 6-9In 1970s upstate New York, Lewis Blake inhabits two separate universes: the reservation where he lives in poverty with his mother and uncle, and school, where the fact that he is American Indian (and his sardonic sense of humor) has made him an outcast and a victim of bullying. The seventh grader has begun to accept his status until a new kid shows up in his class. George Haddonfield grew up on air force bases around the world and doesn't seem to know or care about the divisions between the reservation kids and everyone else. Although Lewis and George bond over their shared love of the Beatles, George's friendly overtures to visit are constantly rebuffed by Lewis, who isn't sure if their tentative friendship will be able to withstand the jarring differences between George's home and his own. Can a love of rock and roll overcome all? Lewis's relationships with his mother, his uncle, and even his peers ring true and draw readers deep into his world. Life on the reservation is so vividly depicted that scenes set elsewhere, such as the air force base where George lives, feel a little flatly drawn in comparison. Nonetheless, the overall tenor and wry humor of this novel more than make up for its weaknesses.Evelyn Khoo Schwartz, Georgetown Day School, Washington, DC(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* Lewis Blake is bright and scrawny and the only kid from the Tuscarora Reservation tracked with the brainiacs at their county junior high in upstate New York. For the duration of sixth grade, he was invisible, but when burly, polite George Haddonfield arrives on the Air Force base and shows up in their seventh-grade class, Lewis might have found a friend. The boys bond over girls and music (the Beatles, Paul McCartney and Wings, and Queenit is the 1970s, after all), slowly letting their guards down, but when a vicious, well-connected bully sets his sights on Lewis, their friendship is sorely tested. Gansworth, himself an enrolled member of the Onondaga Nation, explores the boys organic relationship with generosity and tenderness and unflinching clarity, sidestepping stereotypes to offer two genuine characters navigating the unlikely intersection of two fully realized worlds. All of the supporting characters, especially the adultsfrom Lewis beleaguered mother and iconoclastic uncle to Georges upright father and delicate German mother, and a host of teachers and administrators who look right past the daily violence perpetrated on Lewisare carefully, beautifully drawn. And although Gansworth manages the weighty themes of racism and poverty with nuance and finesse, at its heart, this is a rare and freehearted portrait of true friendship. Grades 7-10. --Thom Barthelmess; Title: If I Ever Get Out of Here | [
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22,307 | 2 | Praise for DEAR DUMB DIARY:"This series is so much fun -- hilarious and creative -- giving a voice to an average-seeming kid, who knows deep down that she is something special." --INDIGO KIDS"Benton has a gift for writing Jamie's voice exactly like the girl you'd want sitting next to you in class, whispering terrible comments." --KIDS BOOKS CENTRAL"Benton is a genius at expressing a believable preteen girl worldview without silly vernacular or dumbing down to his audience." --KIDSREADS.COMJim Benton is a New York Times bestselling author and the creator of many licensed properties, including the hugely successful It's Happy Bunny. He's created a kids' TV series, designed clothing, and written books, such as the Franny K. Stein series and the bestselling Dear Dumb Diary series. Jim lives in Bloomfield, Michigan, with his spectacular wife and kids. Visit him online at www.jimbenton.com and on Twitter at @JimBenton.; Title: Dear Dumb Diary Year Two #4: What I Don't Know Might Hurt Me | [
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22,308 | 2 | K-Gr 2-In this addition to the popular series, 10 more mischievous dinosaurs are acting up, this time during the eight nights of Hanukkah. With their characteristic childlike antics, these dinos fuss and fidget during the menorah blessings, blow out the Hanukkah candles, write their own name on all the presents, and squeeze the Hanukkah gelt until it melts. Yet by the fifth night, they are singing the prayers, sharing the dreidel, helping with the dishes, and spending time with the grandparents. While there is nothing particularly new about this title, the tried-and-true formula works here, namely a deceptively simple rhyming text that serves as a sturdy foundation for the brilliantly humorous illustrations. As with the earlier books, children will love seeing what sorts of trouble the dinosaurs get into while appreciating the loving familial feeling that comes from celebrating the holiday together.-Teri Markson, Los Angeles Public Library (c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Praise forHOW DO DINOSAURS SAY GOOD NIGHT?"A delight from start to finish; better buy more than one."--BOOKLISTAn ALA Notable BookA SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL Best Book of the YearA BOOKLIST Editor's ChoiceA NEW YORK TIMES, PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, and BOOKSENSE bestseller.HOW DO DINOSAURS GET WELL SOON? * "An excellent choice for story hours."--BOOKLIST, starred review* "The perfect prescription for the crankily bedridden."--KIRKUS REVIEWS, starred reviewA Bank Street College of Education Best Book of the YearA Parent's Choice Award winnerHOW DO DINOSAURS SAY I LOVE YOU?"Kids should relate to the dinosaurs' mood swings and take heart in the notion that love conquers all."--PUBLISHERS WEEKLYA Parent's Choice Award winner; Title: How Do Dinosaurs Say Happy Chanukah? | [
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22,309 | 2 | Gordon Korman is the author of The 39 Clues Book 2: One False Note, which debuted at #1 on the New York Times bestseller list, and The 39 Clues Book #8: The Emperor's Code. Gordon has written more than sixty books for kids and young adults, including Zoobreak, Swindle, and Son of the Mob, as well as the On the Run series and the Island, Everest, Dive, and Kidnapped trilogies. A native of Ontario, Canada, Korman now lives with his family in Long Island, New York.; Title: Everest Book Three: The Summit | [
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22,310 | 7 | Noah Bean Bienstock has monsters on his mind. He is having recurring nightmares about being drowned by one, though his parents are convinced they stem from being anxious about swim team tryouts. On the chubby side, with glasses, Bean is shy, nervous, and unpopularand the nightmares are only making things worse. Bullied on the way to school by an oversize classmate, Bean is not the kind to fight back, even though his best friend Lissa tells him to stand up for himself. Surrounded on all sides by monstersboth real and imaginaryBean has to face the monster within us all. From the latest Goosebumps series, this entry does not break any new ground, but why mess with success? Fans of anagrams will have an immediate clue about what is happening thanks to the name of the apartment building where Bean and his friends live. Have a few copies on hand to meet whats sure to be high demand. Grades 3-6. --Suanne Roush; Title: How I Met My Monster (Goosebumps Most Wanted #3) | [
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22,311 | 6 | Take a bottle cap, add any embellishments you want, then top it off with our shiny glaze. Voila! You have an original piece of art as cool as it is collectable.; Title: Klutz Capsters: Turn Bottle Caps Into Cool Collectibles Craft Kit | [
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22,312 | 2 | Phoebe Bright is the author of the magical LUCKY STARS books. This is her first series!; Title: Lucky Stars #2: Wish Upon a Pet | [
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22,313 | 10 | Praise for Capture the Flag"A fast-paced mystery... a sparkling start for a promising new series." -Kirkus"A novel as cinematic in execution as it is patriotic in theme." -Publishers Weekly; Title: Hide and Seek | [
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22,314 | 2 | From Lucky Stars #1: Wish Upon a FriendCassie took off her bracelet and looked at it closely. What she saw made her gasp. The inside of the bracelet was glowing with a bright light! As she stared at it, the glow faded and revealed some writing. Cassie turned the bracelet around as she read:Now that you've reached your seventh birthday, Seven charms shall come your way. Discover who you really are, And you'll become a Lucky Star."Lucky Star! That's what Mom and Dad call me." Cassie snuggled down with her cuddly old cat. "What does it all mean, Twinkle?" But Twinkle was staring upward. His fur went bristly and he flicked his tail. Suddenly he gave a growly yowl, leapt off the bed, and dived underneath it. Cassie looked up to see what had scared him. One meteor, bigger than all the others, was swirling, bright against the night sky. Closer, closer, it came, as it seemed to spiral down to Earth. "A shooting star!" she cried. And it seemed to be heading straight for Cassie.; Title: Lucky Stars #1: Wish Upon a Friend | [
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22,315 | 13 | Praise for The Hunger Games#1 New York Times Bestseller A Publishers Weekly Bestseller A Horn Book Fanfare A Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2008 A School Library Journal Best Book of 2008 A Booklist Editors' Choice A New York Times Notable Book of 2008 A Kirkus Best Book of 2008 A New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice A USA Today Bestseller"[The Hunger Games] is a violent, jarring, speed-rap of a novel that generates nearly constant suspense... I couldn't stop reading." - Stephen King, Entertainment Tonight"I was so obsessed with this book that I had to take it with me out to dinner and hide it under the edge of the table so I wouldn't have to stop reading... The Hunger Games is amazing." - Stephanie Meyer"[The Hunger Games] is a great book, and very thought-provoking. Read this along with your teen and discuss it." - Charlaine Harris"Brilliantly plotted and perfectly paced." - John Green, New York Times Book Review"A plot-driven blend of suspense, science fiction, and romance." - USA Today"Enthralling, imaginative and creepy." - Los Angeles Times"{A} superb tale" - Booklist, starred review"Readers will wait eagerly to learn more." - Publishers Weekly, starred review; Title: The Hunger Games: Official Illustrated Movie Companion | [
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22,316 | 2 | Twelve-year-old Taras chaotic life has always be steadied by one personher beloved Grammy Claire. Now Grammy Claire is gone, and the Louisiana home that has sheltered Taras family for generations may be repossessed. In the midst of her grief, Taras heart is lightened when an extraordinary butterfly flies through her bedroom window and lands on Taras finger. Then a mysterious letter arrives for Tarafrom Grammy Claire! This is the first clue in a secret mission that Grammy Claire seems to be directing from beyond the grave. Tara receives a set of variously shaped keys, each one unlocking the next clue, always written in Grammy Claires handwriting. In many ways this is an old-fashioned mystery that depends on Taras wits, not, refreshingly, from magical solutions and supernatural powers. While sophisticated readers may find the sequence of keys and clues somewhat unbelievable, young mystery lovers will enjoy the chance to test their own detection skills. Recommend this to readers who have enjoyed books by Andrew Clements or Blue Balliett. Grades 5-8. --Diane Colson; Title: When the Butterflies Came | [
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22,317 | 7 | Author Paul Harrison was born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England in 1969. He has written a number of children's books. He currently lives with his wife and son in the city of Brighton and Hove, in East Sussex, England. He wrote Disappearing Cheese for Zig Zag and Yummy Scrummy for Twisters for the Evans Publishing Group.; Title: Monstrous Stories #3: Frogosaurus Vs. The Bog Monster | [
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22,318 | 11 | Gr 47In this third entry in the series, the junior members of the Silver Jaguar Society, Anna, Jose, and Henry, travel to Paris to investigate the wherabouts of several famous paintingsmost notably The Mona Lisathat have been stolen. With well-paced chapters and almost nonstop action interspersed with the flavor of Paris streets and the Louvre, readers will enjoy this latest art heist mystery.Praise for CAPTURE THE FLAGA Junior Library Guild SelectionA SCBWI Crystal Kite Award Winner"A fast-paced mystery . . . a sparkling start for a promising new series." --KIRKUS "A novel as cinematic in execution as it is patriotic in theme." --PUBLISHERS WEEKLYPraise for HIDE AND SEEK"Aptly titled, this energetic treasure hunt is sure to find an enthusiastic audience." --KIRKUS; Title: Manhunt | [
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22,319 | 2 | K-Gr 3This moving picture book recounts, through the author's eyes as a child, the year of her father's military tour of duty in Viet Nam. The youngest of four kids growing up in a safe, loving family, Suzy is first seen listening to her dad read Ogden Nash's poem about Custard, the dragon who stays brave despite his inner fears. Thus the stage is set for her father's imminent deployment. In this pre-Internet world, his postcards provide tenuous but tangible connections as the first grader tries to comprehend what a jungle is, what her father is doing there, and the passage of time (Has it been a year yet?). But Suzy's concerns increase when Dad confuses her birthday with a sister's, and then the postcards cease. When one abruptly surfaces, Dad signs it, Pray for me. (She does, very hard.) Television news and a near-drowning incident during a swimming lesson feed the child's anxieties. Suddenly, Dad is home, tired and thin his skin the color of pancake syrup. Suzy struggles to articulate her harbored fears, which he gently allays, and the two resume reading about Custard, whose stoicism surely resonates more deeply for them. Vibrantly colored cartoon illustrations, outlined in thick black ink, underscore a child's point of view. The characters' enormous eyes and boldly colored pupils provide an arresting motif. Suzy's increasingly haunted imaginings, depicted on spreads of painterly gray tones with bursts of color, stand in stark visual contrast to the narrative text and illustrations framed by generous white space. The author's spot-on memories paired with child-friendly art create a universal exploration of war andits effect on young children, ideally shared with and facilitated by a sensitive adult.Kathleen Finn, St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski, VT(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* Collins mines her own experience to tell a tender personal story of war seen through a childs eyes. First-grader Suzys father is deployed to Vietnam. At first, though she misses him, she dreams of the exotic jungle. But as the year goes on, marked by Christmas trees and candy hearts, things get harder. His postcards arrive less and less frequently, while news of the war, and its real dangers, comes more and more often. In the end, Suzys father returns, and while some things are different, some things are the same. Collins unflinching first-person account details the fears and disappointments of the situation as a child would experience them. And where more realistic illustrations would feel overwrought and sentimental, Proimos flat, cartoony drawings, with their heavy lines and blocky shapes, are sturdy and sweet, reflecting a childs clear-eyed innocence. While small personal details and specific references to Vietnam fix the story in one childs individual experience, it is these very particularities that establish the kind of indelible and heartfelt resonance that is universally understood. Indeed, children missing parents in all kinds of circumstances will find comfort here. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: Heard of a little series called The Hunger Games? Yes, well, this is by the very same author. Grades K-3. --Thom Barthelmess; Title: Year of the Jungle | [
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22,320 | 2 | The latest entry in the Profiles series singles out six women who made history: suffragettes Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton; womens rights advocate Jane Addams; Ida B. Wells, who worked against discrimination and lynching; Alice Paul, who fought to pass the Nineteenth Amendment, allowing women to vote; and Rosa Parks, a black woman who spurred the movement for equal rights and opportunity. Each profile emphasizes the womans contributions to the cause of womens rights, in particular how the deep passion each one felt added to their success. The writing is matter-of-fact, with the design shouldering a lot of the load to distinguish each woman. Photos and reproductions of printed items, mostly black-and-white, lend context. Very useful for reports, the collective perspective establishes a through line of significance: with courage, perseverance, and determination, these women changed their lives as well as the lives of those who came after them. Grades 4-7. --Julie Cummins; Title: Profiles #4: Freedom Heroines | [
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22,321 | 18 | Gr 68In this broad and insightful look at a less commonly examined aspect of the Pacific War, the narrative comes alive through looks at individual sailors and commanders and their particular contributions to larger events. An account of the USS Wahoo's stealth entry into Wewak Harbor on New Guinea, using a map found in a high school geography textbook, and its successful sinking of a Japanese destroyer is as gripping as any thriller. Hopkinson makes a point of noting the presence of women (nurses evacuated from Corregidor) and African Americans, who were limited in their formal duties but pushed by the realities of war into key roles in submarines. Readers are always aware of the intensity of submarine warfare and the massive human toll. One chapter closes with a poignant unsent letter from a wife to her husband lost in battle. Sidebars complement the narrative with, for example, a colorful description of an officer's effort to have an ice-cream maker installed in his sub, a description of how subs dive, and recommendations for visits to websites and naval museums. Specialized terminology is occasionally distracting, but Hopkinson does an ample job defining terms in context. The book concludes with an expansive "After Section," which includes source citations for individual quotations, a lengthy bibliography, an annotated list of online resources, and lists of facts and figures. Many contemporaneous photographs depict the actual sailors and vessels discussed in the text. VERDICT A riveting narrative nonfiction selection for middle school collections.Bob Hassett, Luther Jackson Middle School, Falls Church, VA; Title: Dive! World War II Stories of Sailors & Submarines in the Pacific: The Incredible Story of U.S. Submarines in WWII | [
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22,322 | 1 | Praise for HORSES OF THE DAWN BOOK ONE:"As in works such as her Guardians of Ga'hoole series, Lasky uses animals to touch on very human issues . . . Complex and distinctive characters offer a fresh view of familiar historical events. A promising start to a new series." -- KIRKUS REVIEWS"Lasky successfully fuses fantasy and fact as she gives her equine characters credible emotional depth and underscores the tensions and disparity between Old and New World sensibilities. It's a haunting story of loss, self-discovery, survival, and homecoming." --PUBLISHERS WEEKLYPraise for GUARDIANS OF GA'HOOLE: THE RISE OF A LEGEND:* "Lyze's story can be read easily as a stand-alone tale. . . . Both thoughtful and action-packed, this adventure illuminates the fantastical world that exists between dusk and dawn." -- KIRKUS REVIEWS, starred review"Lasky continues her best-selling Guardians of Ga'Hoole series with another skillfully crafted fantasy . . . A wonderful family read-aloud as well as a compulsively readable addition for young fantasy and naturalist fans." -- BOOKLISTPraise for Kathryn Lasky's Wolves of the Beyond series:"This is a soulful, searching read consumed with the spiritual journeys of animals and the ethereal connection between slayer and slain. . . . With an invigorating ending that bodes well for the next volume." -- BOOKLIST"The author builds a captivating world of forest, snow and volcanoes populated by intelligent animals and weaves a compelling story sure to bring readers back for the second installment." -- KIRKUS REVIEWSKathryn Lasky is the Newbery Honor-winning author of over one hundred books for children and young adults. Her beloved Guardians of Ga'Hoole fantasy series has more than seven million copies in print, and she is the author of the Daughters of the Sea series, the Wolves of the Beyond series, as well as A Time for Courage and other Dear America titles. Kathryn has also written a number of critically acclaimed nonfiction titles, such as Beyond The Burning Time and True North. She lives with her husband in Cambridge, MA.; Title: Star Rise (Horses of the Dawn #2) | [
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22,323 | 12 | Gr 4-8-Reluctant grammar students will be drawn to this comprehensive overview presented in the guise of a superhero guidebook. Preciado gives a clear and engaging introduction, treating each element of sentence structure, part of speech, and punctuation mark as a superhero character with specific powers. Each power is given a concise description, complete with adventure-themed examples reminiscent of classic TV and comic-book situations ("The mutant insects destroy entire cities"). These grammar "superheroes" are cleverly cast as members of various teams, "The Completion Team!" (Parts of a Sentence), "The Amazing Eight!" (Parts of Speech), and "The Super Symbols!" (Punctuation Marks), which form the organization of the book. Together, they have a mission to fight the sworn enemies of good grammar, "The Sabotage Squad!" These villains are the common grammatical mistakes that can prevent a sentence from being strong and correct. Preciado calls on readers to fight for correct grammar, explaining that the superheroes believe that "every sentence, no matter its message, no matter its size, and no matter its complexity, is worth fighting for." Montijo's vibrant, comic-style illustrations nicely complement the narrative tone and are more intuitive than those in similarly styled works. In typical character guidebook fashion, each of the superheroes receives an introductory full-page illustration. Montijo's choices are thoughtful, with expressions and postures clearly indicating the hero's skill or purpose. Additional action-packed illustrations accompany each of the grammar examples. This work stands up to other traditional grammar resources that libraries may already own, but is sure to outshine them with its broad appeal.-Jayne Damron, Farmington Community Library, Farmington Hills, MI(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Few topics in school can be as dry as English grammar. Enter Super Grammar, a pack of colorfully drawn warriors dedicated to banishing the villainous grammar pitfalls of the Sabotage Squad. Three special teams of heroes are introduced with a brief comic bookstyle narrative, including the Completion Team, dedicated to preserving coherent sentences; the Amazing Eight, representing each part of speech; and the Super Symbols, who enforce punctuation. The appeal of the format is that it is mnemonic, especially for visual learners. For example, the hero Proper Noun has a perfectly coiffed hairstyle and a monocle, and the masked villain The Run-On is outfitted like a sprinter and dashes by rambling sentences. This personification of abstract ideas does help make grammatical concepts understandable. While more complex aspects of grammar, such as phrases and complex sentences, are not mentioned, the highly appealing format presents basic content that could be a fun complement to any basic grammar textbook. Grades 4-7. --Erin Anderson; Title: Super Grammar | [
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22,324 | 13 | Latin Grammy nominee Ruesga follows up her original anthology Cantaba la rana / The Frog Was Singing (2011) by reuniting with illustrator Sebastin to share 14 new songs in both English and Spanish, including La piata, Torticas de manteca, and Tengo una mueca. Each tune is complemented by a vivid spread, often demonstrating the body movements that go along with the song, a brief excerpt explaining the songs origin, music notations and guitar chords for the arrangement, and a link to the songjoyfully performed by Ruesgawhich can be downloaded and shared at home or in the classroom. Although versions of the original songs vary across regions, the verses stay faithful to a rhythm familiar to native Spanish speakers, and the translations have been modified so that those learning Spanish can join the fun. Great for little ones who love to sing and dance. Preschool-Grade 2. --Angie Zapata; Title: La piata / The Pinata (Bilingual) (Spanish and English Edition) | [
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22,325 | 2 | When the youngest of three brothers, Rye, decides to set off to find his lost siblings (whom many presume to be dead), he leaves behind the city of Weld, the only world hes known. As he stands before the three doors among which he must choose in order to begin his mission, Rye is joined by young Sonia, who becomes his companiondespite his best efforts to lose her. In the monster- and trickster-filled journey that awaits them behind the titular Golden Door, he discovers that the walls of Weld have kept him both protected and ignorant. In this start to a new series, Rodda, the author of the popular Deltora Quest books, has created a well-realized, high-fantasy world, and the fast-paced, accessible story will leave readers anticipating Ryes next adventure. Grades 6-9. --Francisca Goldsmith; Title: The Golden Door (Golden Door - Trilogy) | [
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22,326 | 13 | Gr 7-10-In this debut novel, Cooner fictionalizes her experiences with extreme-weight-loss surgery. Ever Davies, 15, thinks she would be perfect for the part of Cinderella in her high school musical. She can sing, she knows what it's like to have a stepmother and stepsisters at home, and most people tend to ignore her since she weighs more than 300 pounds. Even Jackson, a childhood friend and now a hunk, looks right through her. Food has been a comfort since her mother died; however, her weight is becoming a serious health issue. And Skinny, the little voice in her head, keeps up a running commentary about Ever's weight and total incompetence. Despite her concerns about the risks of surgery, Ever finally undergoes gastric bypass. Her geeky friend, Rat, stands by her throughout the process, helping her chart her progress with pounds lost and pertinent songs. As she loses weight, Ever learns about the people around her-her stepsister Briella, who uses shopping to soothe herself when her dad ignores her; her new friend, Whitney; and even Rat, who might be Prince Charming in disguise. She forces herself to enroll in drama class to qualify for the musical and finds that she enjoys it. And as she becomes more confident, she realizes that Skinny's voice isn't as loud as it once was. The surgery is discussed in detail; readers can see this isn't a quick, easy solution, and that Ever's problems don't magically go away. This story will appeal to girls who struggle with doubts and fears, whether dealing with weight issues, loneliness, or lack of popularity.-Diana Pierce, Leander High School, TX(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Ever is 15 years old and 302 pounds. She cant go swimming, drive a car, or even walk up the stairs without running out of breath. Weight Watchers, fat camp, miracle diets, a hypnotherapistshe has tried it all. But after a chair snaps beneath her in front of the whole school, she decides upon the dramatic and potentially dangerous solution of gastric-bypass surgery. As the weight begins to drop, Ever becomes the pet makeover project of popular Whitney, and this exciting new relationship pulls her away from her ever-loyal best friend, Rat. Debut-novelist Cooners real-life experience with gastric bypass lends the story an irrefutable authenticity as Ever learns firsthand the gory details of both the surgical procedure and the aftermath of diet changes, nausea, and dumping. Cooner uses Evers imaginary antagonist, Skinny, to drive home the message that Evers self-hatred is what is holding her back more than anything else. And while Skinnys attacks arent incorporated especially smoothly, this remains a crucial text for any teen considering such a life-changing surgery. Grades 7-10. --Daniel Kraus; Title: Skinny | [
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22,327 | 0 | Prasie for the TUNNELS Series"Action; lively dialogue; diabolical villains and feisty teens; clever cat-like companion hunters; things that blow up; torture and mind-manipulation; family and friends in danger; and trust and betrayal. A great science-fiction adventure." -- VOYA"Propelled by chases, attacks, explosions, cunning deceptions, and acts of heroism and stupid bravado." -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL"An amazing world . . . with astonishing twists and surprises hiding around every darkened corner." -- WWW.TEENREADS.COM"Compelling." --BOOKLIST, starred review"Exciting." -- KIRKUS"Thrilling." -- THE COLUMBUS DISPATCHRODERICK GORDON and BRIAN WILLIAMS are coauthors of the international bestseller TUNNELS, which Roderick followedwiththe sequels: DEEPER, FREEFALL, CLOSER, SPIRAL and, finally,TERMINAL. He lives with his wife and children in Norfolk, England. Follow him on Twitter @RoderickGordon or find him on Facebook.; Title: Tunnels #5: Spiral | [
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22,328 | 2 | Thematically unfocused but tailor-made for shared read-alouds, this companion to Every Day on Earth (2011) is presented in easy-to-read single-topic paragraphs, one per page, sandwiched between fanciful cartoon illustrations and snappy opening lines (As it turns out, Old Faithful ISNT THAT FAITHFUL) in larger type. Arranged at random within five broad areas and color coded by chapter, this provides general observations about internal biological processes associated with sleep, nocturnal animals, nighttime jobs, and wee-hours activitiesinterleaved with minidisquisitions on earthquakes, Mount Rushmore, bamboo, comets, space probes, the largest Lego tower ever constructed, and an array of other subjects that the authors often have to forcibly relate to sleep or nighttime. Despite occasional errors, from conflating sleep with hibernation and ascribing aerobic origins for morning breath (which is actually caused by anaerobic bacteria), this browsing item will water curious young minds with founts of general knowledge. Grades 2-4. --John Peters; Title: While You Were Sleeping (Fun Facts) | [
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22,329 | 13 | K-Gr 2Dsire is a driven and talented aspiring dancer in Paris. She only has one problem-bunnies are not allowed in the ballet. So what is a cottontail to do? Armed with a pink tutu, she braves multiple obstacles before finding her way into the spotlight. Although disguised as a book about perseverance and discrimination, this book is a sugary confection that pays tribute to the ballet and Paris. The character development is slight, and the bunny triumphs too quickly to make the conflicts feel serious. The book is written in a glib, effervescent tone: "They put false eyelashes on me, which felt very glamorous, and powder on my face, which felt very tickly." The illustrations are a perfect stylistic match to the text, with bubbly, swaying line drawings filled in with watercolor. Francophiles will appreciate the Eiffel Tower and interior design details, including pink telephones. The rabbit and human characters are drawn in a minimalistic, sketchy style without any facial details other than dashes for eyes. The quick lines capture dance movement eloquently, demonstrating the expertise of the author/illustrator, a ballet dancer himself. Children may appreciate the nave nature of the illustrations, since they resemble a child's artwork. Relevant vocabulary, such as "tendu devant," "pass," and "grand jet," are illustrated and demonstrated for those who are new to the art. Ballet-loving children and the Francophile adults who read to them may gravitate toward this title, but its story line and character development aren't particularly memorable.Jess deCourcy Hinds, Bard High School Early College, Queens, NYThis charming story, illustrated in the style of Ludwig Bemelmans, is a celebration of following your passion, even if you are a bunny. It is no coincidence that since Dsire loves ballet, she wants to join the best ballet school in Paris. While the lady who runs the school insists, there are NO BUNNIES in the ballet, Mr. Cloud, the ballet master, sees something special in Dsire. And sure enough, she becomes an example to others: because of her hard work, she has a chance to shine. Becks illustrations, relying heavily on minimal lines, swirl across the page when we see Dsire enthusiastically leaping and pirouetting, and they create unique faces and personalities when presenting characters. While the setting is understated, with lots of white space on the page as the backdrop to Dsires dance moves, the use of soft pastels adds warmth to the surroundings. Young readers will become fans. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Edie Ching; Title: A Bunny in the Ballet | [
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22,330 | 6 | Gr 4-7-For generations, the Vespers and Cahills have sought to steal certain rare artifacts that contain one of 39 clues that will lead to ultimate power for anyone who has all of them. The Madrigal branch of the Cahill family has tried to protect them from discovery. Attending a boarding school in Massachusetts, Grace Cahill is a retired Madrigal Agent who longs to live an artifact-free life. Her dreams are put on hold when a Louvre employee contacts her for help with regard to a stolen altarpiece. Created by medieval artist Jan Van Eyck, it is believed to hold a secret map to the clues' locations. Throughout history, thieves have stolen parts of the masterpiece in search of the map, but have failed. Grace tries to ignore the request until a Vesper disguised as a teacher tries to kill her for information about the item's whereabouts. Can Grace find and the altarpiece and save it from falling into the wrong hands? Will she ever be able to quit getting pulled into her family's disputes? This is a fun prequel to the "39 Clues" series. The World War II setting, conflicts with the Nazis, and the references to the artist Van Eyck add a new level of believable intrigue without overwhelming the plot. Fans of the other Cahill stories or those who like mystery, suspense, and adventure will enjoy this book.-Kira Moody, Whitmore Library, Murray, UT(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Praise for The 39 CluesFeatured on NBC's Today Show, Good Morning America, USA Today, The New York Times, NPR's Morning Edition, the Martha Stewart Show"One blazing success." - The Huffington Post"An interactive mystery...it's more than just a reading adventure." - Boys' Life"This is a multi-media adventure where you also search for clues-in books, trading cards and online. Get searching!" - Girls' Life; Title: Operation Trinity (39 Clues: The Cahill Files, Book 1) | [
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22,331 | 2 | In this installment of the Three Doors trilogy, youngest brother Rye continues traveling beyond the walls of Weld. Now he is searching for his oldest brother, Sholto, as well as relief for his homeland from attacks by giant skimmers. This time around, Rye has the company of his middle brother, Dirk, as well as Sonia, another adventurer from Weld. The three are beset by a variety of threats, but most disheartening is evidence that Sholto has gone mad before vanishing. Readers new to the series should begin with the first volume to understand the intricate world building, but the action-loving young fantasy readers who enjoyed The Golden Door (2012) will eagerly tear through this new nonstop flood of Ryes observations and escapes from monstrous dangers. Grades 3-6. --Francisca Goldsmith; Title: The Silver Door (Golden Door - Trilogy) | [
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22,332 | 2 | Carol Thompson is an internationally recognized children's book illustrator. Her illustrations have earned her many awards including the Frank Warner Golf Award, the Mother Goose Award for Children’s Book Illustrations, and the Oppenheim Gold Award. Carol lives in England with her husband and three sons.; Title: My Turtle and Me (Cloud B) | [
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22,333 | 2 | Finally the time has come for Rye and his companion, Sonia, to pass through the wooden door, which will (they hope) help them defeat the enemy, who is sending the deadly skinners to attack their hidden city of Weld. Accompanied by Ryes brothersDirk, whose journey was explored in The Golden Door (2012), and Sholto, who was found in The Silver Door (2013)the group discovers that the connection between humans and the magical Fellan is both stronger and more tenuous than they had imagined. Readers who have come to love the plucky Rye and determined Sonia will be eager for this story. Though at first it seems that Rodda will only raise more questions, by the last third of the book, the plot is tied up in an unexpected but very satisfying way. Fans of Roddas Deltora Quest series will be thrilled by the tie-ins here. New fans can enjoy this installment without any prior knowledge of the land of Deltora; though theyll have a richer experiance if theyve read the first two volumes. Grades 3-7. --Snow Wildsmith; Title: The Third Door (Three Doors Trilogy) | [
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22,334 | 0 | Tracey West is the author of more than 150 books for children and young adults, including the Pixie Tricks and Scream Shop series. An avid fan of cartoons, comic books, and manga, she has appeared on the New York Times bestseller list as author of the Pokémon chapter book adaptations. She currently lives with her family in New York State’s Hudson Valley.; Title: Rise of the Snakes (LEGO Ninjago: Reader) | [
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22,335 | 2 | Praise for FIERCELY AND FRIENDS: THE BIG SOMETHING"False assumptions underlie the comedy of this buoyant launch to Fiercely and Friends, a paper-over-board early chapter book series that's right on target for recent picture-book graduates....Palmisciano's oil pastels playfully reinforce the energy and puckish personalities of the kids and Fiercely in this promising series kickoff."--PUBLISHERS WEEKLY"Giff understands the way young children try to make sense of the mysteries that confront them and creates dialogue that sounds natural and true. A perfect choice for new chapter-book readers."--SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNALPatricia Reilly Giff is a two-time Newbery Honor Book author and has written more than sixty books for young readers, including her bestselling Polk Street School series. Her perfect pitch for writing stories that kids love comes from her twenty years as a schoolteacher and reading specialist. She lives in Trumbull, Connecticut, with her husband.Diane Palmisciano is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design and has illustrated over fifty popular books for children. She lives in North Scituate, Rhode Island, where she takes long walks with her dog through the woods and at the beach.; Title: Fiercely and Friends: The Garden Monster - Library Edition | [] | Train |
22,336 | 2 | Daisy Meadows has written over one hundred books for children. Her RAINBOW MAGIC series is a New York Times bestseller!; Title: Princess Fairies #2: Cassidy the Costume Fairy: A Rainbow Magic Book | [
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22,337 | 7 | Gr 46Navin and his friends travel to Lucien, a mysterious city that has been left in ruins, to find a beacon that will help them conquer the Elf King. But are they walking right into a trap? Emily journeys to the Void with Max, one of the Elf King's disciples and learns more about her traveling companion. Their adventures place both of them in true danger. This hotly anticipated installment in the "Amulet" series will be devoured by fans.; Title: Escape From Lucien (Amulet #6) | [
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22,338 | 1 | This book chronicles famous animals across all sizes, species, geographic regions, and time periods, from the battlefields of ancient Rome to New York City on September 11. Some are household namesSeabiscuit, Jumbo, Punxsutawney Philwhile others are more obscure, like Old Abe, the pet eagle kept by Civil War soldiers, or Balto, the sled dog that delivered life-saving diphtheria medicine to the children of Nome, Alaska, in the winter of 1925. To further drive home the dual points that humans and animals forge unbreakable bonds and that humans are often dependent on their animal allies, the Roops include both humorous and poignant fables, too. Each tale is told in high-interest narrative format, along with Pullens old-fashioned oil-painting illustrations. Primary source materials drawn from museums and historical societies are used in many of the stories, and each is carefully annotated in the bibliography. Teachers will find plenty of cross-curricular use for this in almost any upper-elementary or middle-school classroom. Grades 4-8. --Erin AndersonPeter Roop, in collaboration with his wife Connie, has written many nonfiction books for children, including TALES OF FAMOUS AMERICANS and TALES OF FAMOUS HEROES. The Roops live in Appleton, Wisconsin.Peter Roop, in collaboration with his wife Connie, has written many nonfiction books for children including Tales of Famous Americans and Tales of Famous Heroes. The Roops live in Appleton, Wisconsin.; Title: Tales of Famous Animals | [
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22,339 | 13 | Praise for The Hunger Games#1 New York Times Bestseller A Publishers Weekly Bestseller A Horn Book Fanfare A Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2008 A School Library Journal Best Book of 2008 A Booklist Editors' Choice A New York Times Notable Book of 2008 A Kirkus Best Book of 2008 A New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice A USA Today Bestseller"[The Hunger Games] is a violent, jarring, speed-rap of a novel that generates nearly constant suspense... I couldn't stop reading." - Stephen King, Entertainment Tonight"I was so obsessed with this book that I had to take it with me out to dinner and hide it under the edge of the table so I wouldn't have to stop reading... The Hunger Games is amazing." - Stephanie Meyer"[The Hunger Games] is a great book, and very thought-provoking. Read this along with your teen and discuss it." - Charlaine Harris"Brilliantly plotted and perfectly paced." - John Green, New York Times Book Review"A plot-driven blend of suspense, science fiction, and romance." - USA Today"Enthralling, imaginative and creepy." - Los Angeles Times"{A} superb tale" - Booklist, starred review"Readers will wait eagerly to learn more." - Publishers Weekly, starred review; Title: The World of the Hunger Games (Hunger Games Trilogy) | [
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22,340 | 2 | Praise for MISSY'S SUPER DUPER ROYAL DELUXE #2: CLASS PETS"Missy's adventures seem destined to strike a chord mostly with girls, although her exuberant school experiences could amuse a wider audience.... An amusing and attractive early chapter book that will be popular with girls anxious to project reading competency to competing classmates." -KIRKUS REVIEWSPraise for MISSY'S SUPER DUPER ROYAL DELUXE #1: PICTURE DAY"[Missy] adores ruffles, striped tights and lots of over-the-top accessories, a fascination that many young female readers will recognize and enjoy." -KIRKUS REVIEWSPraise for MISSY'S SUPER DUPER ROYAL DELUXE #1: PICTURE DAY"Nees's full-color cartoons appear throughout, keeping up with Missy's energy and the bustle and activity of an elementary-school classroom." -PUBLISHERS WEEKLYPraise for MISSY'S SUPER DUPER ROYAL DELUXE #1: PICTURE DAY"I like how the illustrations show the action and expand the ideas . . . It's FANCY NANCY--only much, much better!" -Ruth Culham, Author of 6+1 TRAITS OF WRITINGSusan Nees graduated with honors from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. She has also received the American Institute of Graphic Arts Award (AIGA). Her artwork can be found at the Low Library of Columbia University and in special collections at Princeton, as well as in other collections. Susan lives with her husband, her two children, Jodo the Dog, and a small flock of chickens in Georgia. MISSY’S SUPER DUPER ROYAL DELUXE is her first children’s book series.; Title: Field Trip: A Branches Book (Missy's Super Duper Royal Deluxe #4) | [
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22,341 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2The reliably inventive Rosenthal and Lichtenheld here reprise their elegant layers of simplicity found in Exclamation Mark (Scholastic, 2013) and Duck! Rabbit! (Chronicle, 2009). Using shapes as personified characters, the text explores axioms about friendship. With expressive eyes and mouths, a digitally colored red rectangle, green triangle, yellow square, and blue circle pose on spreads to illustrate concepts like "Friends make you feel at home." For this, the quartet poses with rectangle as a red carpet, square atop triangle to create a house shape, and circle rolling toward them with a grin. Each axiom in large black print is complemented by the characters' conversations, as when rectangle thanks triangle for his literal support for "Friends are always there for you to lean on." The finale shows them lined up vertically, rectangle-circle-triangle-square, to represent the word love. VERDICT This is a winning introduction to simple shapes and colors as well as a pleasing choice for children who will relate to the emotions and appreciate the visual puns.Gay Lynn Van Vleck, Henrico County Library, Glen Allen, VA"Friends come in all shapes, but these four just may be the sweetest."; Title: Friendshape | [
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22,342 | 2 | Salsa Stories-Americas Award Commended Title-NCTE Notable Children's Book in the Language Arts-NCSS Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies-Children's Crown Award Nominee"Kids will respond to both the warmth and the anxiety of the family life described in the vivid writing, and in Delacre's nicely composed linocuts."--Booklist (review of Salsa Stories)"A fresh and appealing volume."--CCBC (review of Salsa Stories)The Bossy Gallito (retold by Lucia Gonzalez; illus. by Lulu Delacre)-Pura Belpre Honor Book for text and illustration-CBC/NCSS Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies-American Bookseller Pick of the Lists-NYPL 100 Best Children's Books for Reading and Sharing-Aesop Accolade List"The text reads just as well in English as it does in Spanish....[T]he mixed-media illustrations are intriguing."--School Library Journal (review of The Bossy Gallito)Golden Tales: Myths, Legends and Folktales from Latin America-CCBC Choices List-Americas Award Commended Title"Delacre weaves in contextual introductions and historical afterwords throughout. Her retellings are done in a clear and confident voice and are accompanied by her robust, colorful oil paintings."--Booklist (review of Golden Tales)Vejigante Masquerader-Americas Book Award Winner-NCTE Notable Children's Book in the Language ArtsLulu Delacre was born to Argentinian parents and grew up in Puerto Rico. Her award-winning books for children include GOLDEN TALES: MYTHS, LEGENDS AND FOLKTALES FROM LATIN AMERICA; ARROZ CON LECHE: POPULAR SONGS AND RHYMES FROM LATIN AMERICA; and her Scholastic Pura Belpre Award Honor Book, THE BOSSY GALLITO (text by Lucia M. Gonzalez). You can visit her online at www.luludelacre.com!; Title: Salsa Stories | [
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22,343 | 2 | Gr 7 UpIdentical twins Isabelle and Giselle were born with their fingers entwined and the doctors had to separate them, digit by digit. Now at 16, their parents are separated and considering divorce and the twins are developing their own interests and friends. As the unhappy family is running late to Isabelle's school orchestra concert, the two are once again holding hands when the red minivan hits their SUV. For several days after the accident, the doctors and Aunt Leslie think Giselle is the twin who died and call her Isabelle, and Giselle, trapped in a coma, cannot tell them who she is. Unable to wake up or move, Giselle travels through her memory of friends, family, and mostly of Isabelle as she decides whether to let go of her twin and return to life or to stay in her vegetative state. Waking up, though, only leads to physical pain and grief as she struggles to recover from the accident and her sister's death. Haitian-born Danticat, better known for her adult books, shines in this young adult novel that at times seems to move into the supernatural and mystical before yanking readers back into realism. A bit mystery, a bit romance, even a touch of humor, the strong writing leads readers on a journey through Giselle's past, a journey she must take before she can face the presentand the future without Isabelle. VERDICT Well-crafted characters and strong writing make this a book to recommend, especially for fans of Gayle Forman's If I Stay (Dutton, 2009).Janet Hilbun, University of North Texas; Title: Untwine | [
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22,344 | 2 | This appealing Ripleys-esque offering pairs two perennial favorites: oddities of the animal kingdom and gross scientific factoids. Adults may be better off not knowing that a cute bunny eats its own feces or that a giant water bug breathes through its behind, but the gross-out factor will be a huge draw for kids, especially reluctant readers. Stewarts thorough scientific explanations are tempered by a casual language (A mouthful of pee would make any predator lose its appetite) that keeps the text from becoming too heady. Photographs are bright, numerous, and arranged in a style that mimics other high-interest reference and nonfiction. Children will be so delightfully disgusted they may not notice that they are learning basic and important biological concepts such as ecological adaptation and environmental stewardship. A detailed glossary includes brief and understandable definitions of all sorts of fun jargon: cecotrope, regurgitate, and more. Grades 3-6. --Erin Anderson; Title: Animal Grossapedia | [
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22,345 | 2 | Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen, the author and illustrator of the Magic School Bus books, have collaborated for twenty years, bringing humor and true kidlike curiosity to science and learning. Booklist heralded Ms. Frizzle as "the wackiest, wisest teacher in picture books." Two MSB titles have been named School Library Journal Best Books of the Year, and they have won countless state book awards, from New York to Nebraska.; Title: The Magic School Bus in the Time of Dinosaurs - Audio | [
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22,346 | 13 | Gr 2-4-Readers who can't wait for the next Clementine, Gooney Bird, or Judy Moody will be pleased to meet feisty seven-year-old Jules Bloom. She and her family are in a restaurant when a casting director invites her to audition for a mouthwash commercial. Jules works hard to learn her lines and worries about all the things that could go wrong. She tries to make new friends while inadvertently patching things up with her ex-best friend. Her greatest challenge comes when she learns that the mouthwash has an orange flavor, which she detests. Of course everything works out, and Important Lessons about friendship and life are learned. The child's lively voice will hold the attention of young readers, but she often sounds older than seven. The large-print text is interspersed with cheery line drawings; Jules's lists, such as "Things I will NOT do at my audition: 1. Burp into the microphone when I mean to sing into the microphone"; and playful chapter titles like "Take Six: promising playdates, spaghetti with peanut butter, and other distractions."-Amelia Jenkins, Juneau Public Library, AK(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Second-grader Jules lives in a NYC apartment with her parents and little brother, Big Henry. She already knows life can take funny turnsher best friend, Charlotte, has dumped her. Then things change again: (1) A new girl from England, Elinor, joins the class and has best-friend potential; (2) Jules is spotted by a talent agent and asked to audition for a commercial. (Note: Jules likes to make numbered lists, which appear in hand-lettering throughout the book.) But this bubble of excitement deflates when Jules learns the product she might be promoting is orange mouthwash. And anything orange-tasting makes her throw up. Even for a sophisticated New Yorker, Jules seems several years older than seven, and whether somewhat-older kids will want to read down is always a question. Still, Jules is a bouncy-enough heroine, and readers will respond to both the friendship issues always in play as well as the possibility of stardom on the horizon. And the horizon, of course, is the upcoming sequel. Illustrations not seen. Grades 1-3. --Ilene Cooper; Title: Starring Jules #1: Starring Jules (as herself) | [
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22,347 | 2 | Gr 12A distraught child is certain he has done his homework, but he is unable to find it in the morning. As his search becomes increasingly frantic, his imagination kicks in, and he envisions everything from pirates plundering his homework and making it walk the plank, to having it join the circus or being abducted by Martians. After hearing a slobbering sound, he realizes that, in this case, the clich is true. His dog really did eat his homework, and he will have to face a skeptical teacher. Fortunately, the pup manages to save the day, and all ends well. Not a lot of new ground is broken here, but Garland's signature illustrations, with their bold, saturated colors, varied perspectives, and quirky details, will have fans of his previous work clamoring for this one.Grace Oliff, Ann Blanche Smith School, Hillsdale, NJ; Title: Where's My Homework? | [
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22,348 | 2 | *Starred Review* From the dynamic team that brought you Duck! Rabbit! (2009) comes this introduction to the most exuberant punctuation mark of all: the exclamation point. At first, !, a round circle with a face, doesnt like standing out in a crowd; in a line-up of seven smiling faces, which look like period marks, hes the only one with a line above his head. ! tries clever ways to fit in (flipping himself upside down, thereby squashing his tail) and even thinks about running away, until he meets a formidable force: the question mark. After a barrage of questions from ? (Do you like frogs? Can you hula-hoop?), ! finds his voice and tells him to STOP! From there, !s confidence begins to grow and, soon, theres no stopping his unbridled joy. The spare, clever illustrationsall round, black-outlined punctuation marks with facesare set on the kind of thick-lined paper kindergarteners use, and the overall design effect is lovely. The text is similarly simple, but a change in the size and color of the font signifies important moments. With the celebrating-your-strengths angle, fun grammar lesson, and many classroom tie-in possibilities, this picture book deserves a !!!. Grades K-3, --Ann Kelley"From the dynamic team that brought you Duck! Rabbit! (2009) comes this introduction to the most exuberant punctuation mark of all: the exclamation point. At first, !, a round circle with a face, doesnt like standing out in a crowd; in a line-up of seven smiling faces, which look like period marks, hes the only one with a line above his head. ! tries clever ways to fit in (flipping himself upside down, thereby squashing his tail) and even thinks about running away, until he meets a formidable force: the question mark. After a barrage of questions from ? (Do you like frogs? Can you hula-hoop?), ! finds his voice and tells him to STOP! From there, !s confidence begins to grow and, soon, theres no stopping his unbridled joy. The spare, clever illustrationsall round, black-outlined punctuation marks with facesare set on thick lined-paper, the kind kindergarteners use, and the overall design effect is lovely. The text is similarly simple, but a change in the size and color of the font signifies important moments. With thecelebrating-your-strengths angle, fun grammar lesson, and many classroom tie-in possibilities, this picture book deserves a !!!." Ann Kelley, Booklist starred review"Punctuation with pizzazz.How does an exclamation mark learn his purpose? Pre-readers and readers alike will giggle and cheer to see the process. The setting is a warm yellowish beige background with a faint pulpy pattern and repeating horizontal lines with dotted lines halfway between thempenmanship paper. Each bold, black punctuation mark has a minimalist yet expressive face inside its circular dot. He stood out, explains the first page, as the titular protagonist looks on doubtfully. He tries hanging around with periods, but squishing his extension down into a spring doesnt really work; even prostrate, he just wasnt like everyone else. Period. (Hee! Rosenthal gleefully puns instead of naming any punctuation.) Mournful, confused, flummoxed, and deflated, the exclamation marks line tangles and flops. Then someone unexpected arrives. Hello? Who are you? queries the newbie, jovially pummeling the exclamation mark with 17 manic inquiries at once. Stop! screams the exclamation mark in enormous, bumpy-edged lettersand theres his identity! The outbursts anxious vibe dissipates immediately (and the question mark is undaunted by being yelled at). Finally, the protagonist has [broken] free from a life sentence. Snapping up usages that match his newfound personality, he zooms back to show the other punctuation marks. The zippy relationship between exclamation mark and question mark continues beyond the acknowledgements page." - Kirkus starred review"Through a perfect pairing of clever design and tongue-in-cheek humor, Rosenthal and Lichtenheld effectively demonstrate the function of the exclamation mark (as well as the period and question mark) in this tale about a depressed punctuation mark that just doesnt fit in. On an unadorned backdrop of lined paper, several periods and one exclamation mark are lined up in a row. Clearly, he stands out in a crowd. Like Elmer in David McKees classic tale, the exclamation mark struggles with his difference and tries to blend in. When the downcast punctuation meets a question mark who overwhelms him with inquiries, our hero finally finds his voice and tells the other to Stop! From there, he builds his confidence in making declarative statements and leaves the group to make his mark. Rosenthal shines in her play on words (It was like he broke free from a life sentence). Lichtenhelds minimalist style is deceivingly simple; a curlicue or crumpled line, combined with an amazingly impressive circle with eyes and a mouth, is all thats needed to convey emotion when the exclamation mark is confused, flummoxed, and deflated. This fun-to-read tale will find a ready home in language-arts lessons, reminding burgeoning elementary-age writers which punctuation personality belongs in which type of sentencewithout the tedium that accompanies traditional grammar lessons. This one is a must-have!!! School Library Journal starred review (Jayne Damron, Farmington Community Library, Farmington Hills, MI); Title: Exclamation Mark | [
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22,349 | 13 | Gr 24Aspiring child stars, watch outJules Bloom is back in her fourth installment. The intrepid third grader has been cast in a sitcom but quickly discovers that the acting life isn't all that it promises. Offscreen, the drama is ratcheting up, too: there's teacher trouble and homework woes galore. Feisty and fun, Jules is a charmer of a protagonist who encountersand overcomesrealistic, relatable obstacles.; Title: Starring Jules #4: Starring Jules (third grade debut) | [
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22,350 | 2 | Gr 1-3Two beginning chapter books. Girlie girls will flock to My Stylish Life, in which details of Kiki's day-to-day adventures are revealed in diary style, complete with doodles and black-and-white drawings. The child and her friends form a club to do crafts, bake, and have sleepovers. Readers can continue the adventures from Lotus Lane in the books about the other club members. Add this one if journal/diary-style books are popular. The second book is easier than the first, and has less text. Missy can't wait for picture day. Her outfit will have belts that glitter, tights with stripes, and shoes that shine. Full-color cartoons capture her fashion style with ruffles, bling, and even goggles. However, when the big day arrives, Missy's mom has another idea about her picture-day outfit. Pouty, angry, and sad, the child is sent off to school without ruffles, rainbows, ribbons, or sparkles. After a few arguments with her classmate Oscar over trading chocolate pudding for carrots at lunch, it's finally time for the picture, and what Missy and Oscar end up wearing will surprise children. Plenty of drawings assist readers with plot development between panels, spreads, brief narrative, and captions. Speech bubbles are scattered throughout to enhance character development. Fans of Junie B., Eloise, and Ivy and Bean will laugh out loud as they follow Missy's adventures.Melissa Smith, Royal Oak Public Library, MI(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.; Title: Kiki: My Stylish Life (A Branches Book: Lotus Lane #1) | [
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22,351 | 13 | Gr 46This brilliant journey through time in words and pictures is also a story of a theatrical family and their fortunes. This heavy tome opens to tell of one family, the Marvels, from 1766 to 1900 as their connection to the Royal Theatre in London begins and perhaps ends. In the first half of the book, all of this complex history is vividly conveyed through illustrations, with minor hints from playbills, cards, and letters that appear as part of the art. Selznick's ability to convey the passing of time and connections among characters is remarkable. Characters appear, shine, and disappear throughout the years, but certain motifs recur no matter where the spotlight is focused. The second portion of the story is conveyed entirely in text, building on the same themes but taking place in 1990 in a very different London, where the echoes from the past are particularly embodied in 13-year-old Joseph, a boarding school runaway searching for his uncle's house. He soon meets Uncle Albert, who seems less interested in getting to know his nephew than in the preservation of an anachronistic Victorian house which is more museum than home. The echoes from the earlier history are haunting, requiring Joseph to delve into the secrets of Uncle Albert and of the house without giving away his own. Selznick ends with a satisfying section of illustrations that embody the maxim of this family, "You either see it or you don't." VERDICT Complex, entertaining, and full of gorgeous art and writing, this is a powerhouse of a book.Carol A. Edwards, Denver Public Library, CO; Title: The Marvels | [
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22,352 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2Posy Peyton is moving and is struggling with the inevitable separation from her best friends Megan and Mae. Posy sulks as the girls dismantle their clubhouse and is reluctant to follow the advice to cherish the time they have left. With everything but the kitchen packed, she impulsively decides to bake. Realizing that "Good pie is better than good-bye," she rallies the troops and invites friends and neighbors to come over, bring pie, and say, "so long." The pen-and-ink and watercolor drawings, soft in palette but with sharp angles and lines, illustrate the shifts in Posy's mood. This sweet, tender read is a good addition for those looking for books about moving.Whitney LeBlanc, Staten Island Academy, NYPosys good buddies Megan and Mae help her pack up her belongings for her familys upcoming move. Down in the dumps, Posy is mulling over Moms suggestion of a good-bye party when inspiration strikes: she would prefer a good-pie party. A crowd of friends, young and old, come bearing pies for an evening of fun in the backyard. After the guests leave, Posy, Megan, and Mae lie on the grass, gazing at the moon, a pie they will still share even after Posy moves away. While most picture books about moving focus on fitting into the new neighborhood, this one concerns letting go of the old one. Precisely worded and nicely cadenced, the text reads aloud well. The natural-sounding dialogue gradually shifts in tone as Posy moves from sullen sadness to calm acceptance. Dentons illustrationsink drawings with watercolor washesportray characters as distinct individuals who are as expressive as dancers in their movements and gestures. Libraries may have dozens of picture books on moving, but few acknowledge the childs experience with such creativity and compassion. Preschool-Grade 2. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: The Good-Pie Party | [
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22,353 | 2 | Gr 1-3Two beginning chapter books. Girlie girls will flock to My Stylish Life, in which details of Kiki's day-to-day adventures are revealed in diary style, complete with doodles and black-and-white drawings. The child and her friends form a club to do crafts, bake, and have sleepovers. Readers can continue the adventures from Lotus Lane in the books about the other club members. Add this one if journal/diary-style books are popular. The second book is easier than the first, and has less text. Missy can't wait for picture day. Her outfit will have belts that glitter, tights with stripes, and shoes that shine. Full-color cartoons capture her fashion style with ruffles, bling, and even goggles. However, when the big day arrives, Missy's mom has another idea about her picture-day outfit. Pouty, angry, and sad, the child is sent off to school without ruffles, rainbows, ribbons, or sparkles. After a few arguments with her classmate Oscar over trading chocolate pudding for carrots at lunch, it's finally time for the picture, and what Missy and Oscar end up wearing will surprise children. Plenty of drawings assist readers with plot development between panels, spreads, brief narrative, and captions. Speech bubbles are scattered throughout to enhance character development. Fans of Junie B., Eloise, and Ivy and Bean will laugh out loud as they follow Missy's adventures.Melissa Smith, Royal Oak Public Library, MI(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.; Title: Picture Day: A Branches Book (Missy's Super Duper Royal Deluxe #1) | [
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22,354 | 18 | This entry in the I Am series opens with an introduction in the words of King himself before switching over to a third-person voice for nine chapters detailing the great civil rights leaders life. Boxed insets add historic context and more specific information, such as a quick background on Project C, used to hide protest plans from the KKK, as well as a roundup of the damage following the Watts riot. Despite the photographic cover image, Albas contributions are pencil illustrations which, while good at reproducing faces, are not especially dynamic. There is no shortage of books about MLK Jr., but many are for the picture-book and YA audience, making this title a nice fit for middle readers. Backmatter closing this solid title includes famous quotes, 10 Things You Should Know about Martin Luther King, Jr., and, well, 10 More Things that Are Pretty Cool to Know. Grades 3-5. --Cummins, JulieGrace Norwich has written many books for young readers on a variety of topics, including health, fashion, animals, and more. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.; Title: I Am #4: Martin Luther King Jr. | [
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22,355 | 13 | Praise for Starring Jules (as herself)*"Fans of Judy Moody, Clementine, and other iconoclastic heroines will love getting to know Jules and look forward to the next book in this planned series." -Publishers Weekly, starred review"Debut author Ain introduces a new chapter-book darling with pizzazz and quite a stage presence." -Kirkus; Title: Starring Jules #2: Starring Jules (in drama-rama) | [
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22,356 | 6 | Make gorgeous beaded bracelets that can be worn stylishly wrapped or stacked on your wrist. These pretty, polished bands look professional, but with our instructions and exclusive loom, you'll be showing off your jewelry-making skills in no time.Make gorgeous beaded bracelets that can be worn stylishly wrapped or stacked on your wrist. These pretty, polished bands look professional, but with our instructions and exclusive loom, you'll be showing off your jewelry-making skills in no time.; Title: Klutz Beaded Bands: Super Stylish Bracelets Made Simple Craft Kit | [
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22,357 | 10 | Praise for LAWLESS:An IRA-CBC Children's Choice 2014 Reading List selectionFinalist for the 2014 Children's Choice Book Awards"Lawless is fast moving and fun." - SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL"Readers will be caught up in M's training and adventures and will read late into the night to find out what happens next." - BOOKLIST"Readers who enjoy action adventure stories will want to delve into this book." - LIBRARY MEDIA CONNECTIONJeffrey Salane grew up in Columbia, South Carolina, but moved north to study in Massachusetts and New York City. After spending many years playing in many bands, he now works as an editor and writer, and lives with his family in Brooklyn. Visit him at jeffreysalane.com.; Title: Lawless (Lawless Book 1) | [
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22,358 | 11 | Gr 8-10Holly Kim, 15, is trying to convince her mother that no one dresses up for the first day of school, only to have her younger sister wander into the kitchen looking like a Back-To-School Cool!' advertisement in a JC Penney catalog. Holly just wants to make it as a Korean girl in an American high school. Blessed with the gift to write, she is the copy editor for the journalism class. While reading a finished story, she alters it with sarcasm and wit, only to have it published by mistake. Her outlandish remarks make her both famous and infamous with the student body. Her gift for words helps her land her own monthly column, which may or may not help her survive mean girls, homecoming, and other high school drama. As she sets out to write these columns, she focuses on Korean and high school culture and traditions, which are mostly centered around holidays. This makes the story line a bit disjointed at times but the editorials she writes and responses from readers seem to hold it together. Any girl who has felt pulled in two different directions because of traditions at home as well as at school will appreciate Holly's struggle.Karen Alexander, Lake Fenton High School, Linden, MI(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Praise for Since You Asked . . ."A drily funny account of a teenager who feels like an outsider in her high school, family, and society in general . . . Goo capably demonstrates the pressures and expectations Holly is under, and that a sense of humor is valuable for dealing with both." -Publishers Weekly"Had me laughing the whole way through . . . Holly is a character that will stay in your mind well after you put the book down. And the letters from her secret admirer sprinkled throughout were pure genius!" -Glitter Magazine; Title: Since You Asked... | [
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22,359 | 10 | Gr 58M is your typical teenager who has anxieties about starting a new school. She has made some friends (she remembers only hanging out with them in a group, never one-on-one) and meets a cute boy with an unusual name (Evel). When her substitute teacher, who has a Cockney accent and bulging muscles, tries to kill her in class one day, M's memories come rushing back. She is a graduate of the Fulbright Academy, waging war on the Lawless School, whose members are determined to take over the world. Salane does a remarkable job of slowly setting up the story in the first two chapters. Once the action starts, it never stops. M and her friends jump from helicopters, dodge flying blades, and engage in nonstop fisticuffs, James Bond-style. Fans of the two previous books will delight in the action-packed, adventure-filled narrative. Newcomers will find themselves lost in the story, as there is little to no background given. Even though this is touted as the final book in the trilogy, an open ending signals possible new outings with M and her cohorts.Praise for Lawless An IRA-CBC Children's Choice 2014 Reading List selectionFinalist for the 2014 Children's Choice Book Awards"Readers will be pulled from one page to the next by the endless wit, adventure, and mystery of Lawless." -- Jennifer A. Nielsen, New York Times bestselling author of The False Prince and Mark of the Thief"Lawless is fast moving and fun." -- School Library Journal"Readers will be caught up in M's training and adventures and will read late into the night to find out what happens next." -- Booklist"Readers who enjoy action adventure stories will want to delve into this book." -- Library Media ConnectionPraise for Justice "A good choice for younger thriller readers." -- School Library Journal"The engaging action of this sci-fi thriller will keep readers on their toes and hungry for the next installment." -- Booklist; Title: Mayhem (Lawless #3) | [
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22,360 | 5 | Gr 4-7-It's Testing Day for Al Pilgrommor and the other 12-year-olds, the day that humans receive their rank marks from agents of the dragons who rule their world. Their rank-a number from one to seven carved onto the backs of their necks-will determine their entire future and social standing. With his parents both fours, Al is not unduly worried, so when he is marked a zero, he is shocked. A guard helps him escape, warning him not to go home or the Cullers will kill him and his entire family to destroy his bloodline. As Al moves from place to place, trying to survive and barely keeping one step ahead of his murderous pursuers, he learns more about his world, the different races that inhabit it, and the Potentia that gives the dragons their power. Being a zero might be a death sentence, but not for the reasons he's been told, and Al may be the key to changing the world. With an interesting premise, the story is fast paced enough to hold readers' interest. Al is an appealing hero, though his supporting cast is full of flat and underdeveloped characters. Nevertheless, fantasy fans will find much to enjoy in this action-filled adventure.-Amanda Raklovits, Champaign Public Library, IL(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Assigned the rank of zero during the national testing day for 12-year-olds, Al is targeted to be culled, or killed. With the help of a mysterious cult, he escapes and embarks on a series of nonstop perils, encountering strange creatures and evading cutthroat killers, as he and the reader muddle through political intrigue in a world ruled by malevolent dragons. This fast-paced, episodic first novel features diabolical dragon rulers, sympathetically drawn semimonsters, and truly creepy scenes, but the narrative is marred by stretches of summarized background. Thin on characterization but thick with hearty, old-fashioned adventure, this will appeal to those who prefer narrow escapes and sword duels to complex world-building fantasies. Grades 5-8. --Linda Perkins; Title: Dragon Run | [
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22,361 | 2 | Gr 58Dylan Barstow steals a junkyard car for a joyride, landing him in jail, and exasperating his widowed mom. The seventh grader is sent off with Uncle Todd, who is assembling a search team to find Second Ace, Grandpa Henry's B-17 bomber that crashed in the jungles of Papua New Guinea (PNG) during World War II. Dylan's own journalist father died in Darfur, on a peacekeeping mission, and he has yet to come to terms with the loss. The protagonist begins reading Grandpa Henry's journal that chronicles the Japanese aerial attack on Second Ace, and learns that a trek to PNG promises malaria, headhunters, crocs, snakes, and rats-plus an airplane wreck with the probable bones of his grandfather's crewmen. Despite Todd's patience with his nephew, the boy flushes his malaria pills down the toilet and is antagonistic toward the search team. Dylan wanders too far away from camp, and his irresponsibility is the beginning of a survival tale rivaling Grandpa Henry's own. In scenes reminiscent of the his Touching Spirit Bear (HarperCollins, 2001), Mikaelsen calls up native spirits. In this case "Kanzi" appears as a young girl who guides Dylan to the plane wreckage and keep him safe, albeit suffering from malaria, leeches, and gangrene. Dylan's attitude adjustment is predictable, but not too maudlin, and is offset by realistic skepticism from Uncle Todd. The details of war and jungle dangers will make this a good addition to middle grade adventure survival collections.Vicki Reutter, State University of New York at CortlandDylan Barstow never expected to be wandering the jungle of Papua New Guinea the summer before eighth grade, but stealing a car has its consequences. After screwing up one time too many, Dylan is sent to finish the summer with his uncle, Todd, an ex-marine determined to teach his nephew respect and discipline. If that werent bad enough, Dylans uncle is forcing him to be part of a PNG search team looking for the wreckage of the Second Ace, a B-17 bomber that his grandfather flew in WWII. Feeling angry and misunderstood, Dylan strikes out into the dense jungle alone and quickly loses his way, realizing this time that his foolishness might cost him his life. Reverent in tone, Mikaelsens novel offers harrowing accounts of veterans war experiences that are brought home by Dylans struggles, both in the jungle and in everyday life. Only after confronting isolation, poisonous snakes, and crippling hunger does Dylan truly understand the value of freedom and his own capacity for change. Grades 3-6. --Julia Smith; Title: Jungle of Bones | [
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22,362 | 2 | Praise for The Dumbest Idea Ever:* "Humble, endearing and utterly easy to relate to; don't miss this one." -Kirkus, starred review"It's a deeply personal and genuine work of autobiography, and an open letter of assurance to aspiring artists everywhere." -Publishers Weekly"This is an excellent example of autobiographical sequential art at its most deeply felt." -Booklist; Title: The Dumbest Idea Ever! | [
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22,363 | 2 | Gr 1-3Of these books, Boris and Class Pets competently fill the gap between easy readers and early chapter books, while Meltdown Madness and Coco are a bit more challenging. Boris really wants a komodo dragon. He writes to the zoo to see if their komodo dragons ever take vacations. Turns out, they don't, and Boris's plans are ruined. He puts his skink in the komodo cage and tries to pass it off as a baby dragon. After it escapes, Boris reopens his letter from the zoo, finds tickets for free admission, and his whole family has an outing. Missy wants to take home the class pets for the weekend but her plans are derailed when a new girl is determined to have what she wants. In the end, Missy bests the bully. Boris's and Missy's stories are told through traditional text, many speech bubbles, and comic-book panels. Both books incorporate full-color artwork throughout. Meltodown Madness looks the most like a traditional early chapter book, with many black-and-white sketches accompanying the text. The young narrator has a magic coin that translates his words into reality (sayings like money doesn't grow on trees spawn a dollar bill under the tree). The boy's powers often cause more trouble than good, but in the end he is able to reason his way into a solution. Coco is in the form of a diary and includes black-and-white lists and doodles. The little girl uses her love of baking cupcakes to help save snails from becoming extinct. Words like extinct and fund-raiser are defined in doodled bubbles. All four books should be popular.Amy Commers, South St. Paul Public Library, MN(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.; Title: Coco: My Delicious Life: A Branches Book (Lotus Lane #2) | [
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22,364 | 0 | For readers who have worked their way through the multitude of books in the Geronimo Stilton franchise, here is something only slightly different. Meet Geronimo Stiltonoot, Stone Age Cavemouse and ancient ancestor of Geronimo Stilton. Interestingly enough, Mr. Stiltonoots life is quite similar to that of his popular descendants, except with mock-prehistoric trappings of the Flintstones variety. Stiltonoots adventures are told in the tried-and-true format, i.e., ample colorful illustrations, diagrams, maps, words in the text frequently enlarged in a dizzying variety of fonts, and side blocks with bits of information and nonsense. Here Stiltonoot must overcome many perils to rescue the famous Stone of Fire stolen from the mouseum by the evil Tiger Khan. Literary references include Agatha Christie and Sherlock Holmes; however, the plot is more in the nature of Indiana Jones. Fans of the other Geronimo Stilton books will definitely embrace the over-the-top silliness in this new spin-off. Grades K-4. --Randall Enos; Title: Geronimo Stilton Cavemice #1: The Stone of Fire | [
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22,365 | 16 | Exuberant little tykes celebrate springtime in this entry into Cocca-Lefflers series about seasons. In succinct phrases that rhyme and bouncy illustrations that match the text, three young kids and their spotted dog enjoy the spring: Singing birds, / budding trees, / frogs and tulips, / honeybees. They begin by helping to plant a garden: Digging, tilling, / seeds to sow. / Planting carrots in a row. Then they picnic, play soccer, swing, visit a farm, build a tree house, and head to the swimming pool on the last day of school. Each of the spreads depicts an association with the spring season, and they are filled with fun details for the youngest readers. For instance, the dog getting his head lodged in a planter, a teddy bear left out in the pouring rain, a trail of ants invading their tree house picnic, and so forth. Good for home sharing as well as at nursery schools. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Julie Cummins; Title: Let It Rain | [
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22,366 | 0 | Gr 5-8-In this prequel to Saving Zasha (Scholastic, 2011), 12-year-old Ivan must escape from Leningrad after the Nazi invasion and his mother's forced factory-work assignment. He travels with his wise and resourceful neighbor, Auntie, across a frozen lake in dangerously arctic temperatures to the mountains, but he is soon entrapped by Nazi soldiers and forced to live with villainous Major Axel Recht as a dog trainer. Ivan is aware that the brutal purpose of these trained bloodhounds is to track down escaping Russians. Working as a spy for the partisans, he is determined to run with the two puppies, Thor and Zasha, but underestimates Recht's cruel determination to retrieve both his prisoner and his dogs. Barrow creates a suspenseful, engaging boy-loves-dog story within the historical context of the Russian World War II landscape, amid the harrowing environment of daily bombings and a vicious enemy. A climactic fight scene will keep readers enthralled to the concluding cliff-hanger ending in which Ivan is left with Thor, wondering how his mother fared during the occupation and if he will ever see Zasha again.-Rita Soltan, Youth Services Consultant, West Bloomfield, MI(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Fleeing the German bombing of his Leningrad home in 1941, Ivan, 12, joins the partisans and finds himself digging tunnels and training in self-defense. Then he is captured, and the brutal Nazi commander Axel, so tender with his dog Zasha, tries to lure the boy to be a collaborator. Set before Saving Zasha (2011), the focus in this action-packed prequel is as much about the boy in wartime as it is about his relationship with the beautiful dog, but the detailed scenes of pet bonding and training may be what grab readers most. Grades 4-7. --Hazel Rochman; Title: Finding Zasha | [
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22,367 | 10 | Praise for Lawless An IRA-CBC Children's Choice 2014 Reading List selectionFinalist for the 2014 Children's Choice Book Awards"Readers will be pulled from one page to the next by the endless wit, adventure, and mystery of Lawless." -- Jennifer A. Nielsen, New York Times bestselling author of The False Prince and Mark of the Thief"Lawless is fast moving and fun." -- School Library Journal"Readers will be caught up in M's training and adventures and will read late into the night to find out what happens next." -- Booklist"Readers who enjoy action adventure stories will want to delve into this book." -- Library Media ConnectionPraise for Justice "A good choice for younger thriller readers." -- School Library Journal"The engaging action of this sci-fi thriller will keep readers on their toes and hungry for the next installment." -- BooklistJeffrey Salane grew up in Columbia, South Carolina, but moved north to study in Massachusetts and New York City. After spending many years playing in many bands, he now works as an editor and writer, and lives with his family in Brooklyn. Visit him at jeffreysalane.com.; Title: Justice (Lawless) | [
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22,368 | 2 | PreS-K-In the second book about Zoe, "the queen" learns a lesson about sharing. The youngster loves her bedroom and especially loves bedtime as that's when she gets busy. She builds with her set of blocks, ventures into previously unexplored territory, and gazes out the window at her galaxy. Used to having her own space, she is understandably upset when told that her little sister, Addie, is old enough to leave their parents' room and will be moving in with her. Not clear about what sharing her room entails, Zoe continues her nighttime adventures but finds that Addie doesn't appreciate the disturbances and neither do their parents. It takes one stormy night to make Zoe realize that it is actually beneficial to share her bedroom and her royal title. Soft-hued pen-and-ink and watercolor illustrations, beginning and ending with star-studded endpapers, charmingly depict the age-old dilemma of learning to compromise.-Maryann H. Owen, Racine Public Library, WI(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Zoe sees herself as the queen of her room, where she often turns the light back on and plays after bedtime. When its time to share her bedroom with her little sister, Zoe has a tough time until she adjusts, showing some consideration for her sister while finding unexpected comfort in companionship. A sequel to Zoe Gets Ready (2012), this picture book quietly, perceptively explores family dynamics in a time of change, the sort of minor change thats huge for a child. Using lighting effects and color beautifully, the expressive ink-and-watercolor illustrations work seamlessly with the simply told story. Preschool-Grade 1. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Zoe's Room (No Sisters Allowed) | [
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22,369 | 6 | Create gorgeous geometric art with Klutz's meticulously-designed gears and book of draw-right-on-'em pages. Translucent gears and rubber feet on the frame were engineered for maximum ease of use. Updated project ideas and a six-color quick-switch pen inspire stunning rainbow-bright spirals. Now packaged with tons of workspace and storage - perfectly sized for a zillion and one spirals.; Title: Klutz Spiral Draw Craft Kit | [
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22,370 | 0 | Tarshis, author of the popular Emma-Jean Lazarus novels, presents a highly personalized narrative of the Battle of Gettysburg. The story follows former slave Thomas and his little sister Birdie as they fall in with Union forces and make their way north. The Union army rolls toward its epic clash in a small Pennsylvania town, and Thomas becomes a unwitting participant in one of the most formative events in American history. Tarshis writes with sharp, clear, emotional language: There they were, rebel soldiers ready to charge. There were thousands of themmen in front on horseback, waving gleaming swords. Back matter includes common questions and answers about the Civil War, along with the text of Lincolns Gettysburg Address. Others in the I Survived series include high-interest topics such as Pearl Harbor and September 11. Grades 1-4. --Erin Anderson; Title: I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 (I Survived #7) | [
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22,371 | 1 | PreS-Gr 2Hot Rod Hamster is back and looking for the fair's best ride as he eagerly waits for Fearless Franco's Monster Truck Mania show to begin. Searching for an attraction that will be "FUN," "FAST," and-most importantly-"LET US DRIVE," Hamster and friends enjoy familiar favorites such as the teacups, bumper cars, and cotton candy. The real excitement comes, though, when Fearless Franco breaks his glasses and Hamster has to step in to save the show. The little guy finally finds his perfect ride, popping wheelies and doing donuts like a pro. The clever, rhyming text sets up a narrative pattern highlighting the many options presented at each attraction. The repetition of "What would you choose?" allows for great audience participation, and the characters' clear dialogue boxes with slight font variations lend themselves to creative storytelling opportunities. The bright, boldly colored acrylic illustrations of funny, silly animals perfectly match the text's high energy level, and the background action is entertaining without overwhelming the story. A fun read with broad appeal.Whitney LeBlanc, Staten Island Academy, NY; Title: Hot Rod Hamster: Monster Truck Mania! | [
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22,372 | 2 | ." . . these winged beings continue to enchant." --Publishers Weekly; Title: Olympia the Games Fairy (Rainbow Magic, Special Edition) | [
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22,373 | 2 | This book could easily be confused with the authors 100 Scariest Things on the Planet (2011) and 100 Most Dangerous Things on the Planet (2008) as there is a fair amount of overlap in topical contents. Nonetheless, this series entry offers thrill seekers fresh cautionary notes on a batch of natural catastrophes and bad-news beasties. Pairing small color photossome of which are gory or graphicwith bite-size remarks, Claybourne explains to readers why it would be good to avoid certain creatures, from the tsetse fly and deathstalker scorpion to an array of poisonous snakes and sea creatures, aggressive big cats, and killer plants. She also covers deadly diseases, from leprosy to the black death, and closes with the potentially world-altering events: eruptions, solar flares, and meteor impact events. Arranged in no particular order within broad chapters, the entries in this lurid, loudly colored browsing item each come with a danger rating, if not such niceties as source notes or leads to further information. Grades 4-7. --John Peters; Title: 100 Deadliest Things on the Planet (100 Most...) | [
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22,374 | 16 | "Urban demonstrates the remarkable versatility of shapes, using them to create an array of vehicles. On each brightly colored spread, a question addresses readers directly. "Do you see a square?" opens the book, as a geometric truck and train appear below. Subsequent pages ask children to find triangles, hearts, stars, octagons, and more--plenty of each can be found within each vehicle--as die cuts form each shape mentioned. With parental help, readers will finish this book with a good sense of both shapes and methods of transportation." -Publishers Weekly "The innovative die-cut images present shapes hidden inside brightly illustrated planes, submarines and hot-air balloons.Children will adore tracing and identifying the cutout shapes. Author-illustrator Urban's background as a graphic illustrator is put to excellent use in this boldly crafted and illustrated book." -Literary Kids Book Reviews"Learning the names of shapes can be a lot of fun, especially if you make the process one big seek-and-find adventure. In this book Chieu Anh Urban does just that. ... they will have a grand time finding all the shapes that they have learned about. " -Through The Looking Glass Children's Book ReviewsChiu Anh Urban is a published author, illustrator, graphic designer, and format designer who specializes in developing innovative formats and interactive books for the very young. Chiu's forthcoming projects include the novelty series Color Wonder and the novelty book123 Go!. She is the creator ofAway We Go!and the authorof Raindrops: A Shower of Colors. Visit her website at ChieuUrban.com and blog at ChieuUrban.blogspot.com; Title: Away We Go!: A Shape and Seek Book | [
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22,375 | 2 | Anna Pignataro is the illustrator of many picture books for children, including the bestselling MAMA, HOW LONG WILL YOU LOVE ME? and MAMA, WILL YOU HOLD MY HAND? She lives in Australia with her family.; Title: Mama, Will I Be Yours Forever? | [
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22,376 | 2 | *Starred Review* Heres a cleverly designed book that celebrates the fun of counting, the joy of rhyme, the excitement of imagination, andvehicles. On black pages with die cuts of various numbers and sizes emitting patches of light, a question is posed. Turn the page and surprise! Those die cuts are encircling the lights on a familiar vehicle presented as a simple geometric shape with a young boy as the driver of each of them. The reverse cuts add something new to the spread. For instance, the answer to the first question, Light Shining Bright?, is a trains headlight. Cleverly, that same circle is now set against the previous black page, and its the opening to a tunnel. The book starts with 1 cutout, and continues through 10, and ends at 1. The final double-page spread shows a night-light in a muted room filled with toy versions of the vehicles on the previous pages, the child now in bed, reading this book. Blechman has created an interactive offering with lots of possibilities and a perfect ending. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Edie Ching"Heres a cleverly designed book that celebrates the fun of counting, the joy of rhyme, the excitement of imagination andvehicles. On black pages with die cuts of various numbers and sizes emitting patches of light, a question is posed. Turn the page and surprise! Those die cuts are encircling the lights on a familiar vehicle presented as a simple geometric shape with a young boy as the driver of each of them. The reverse cuts add something new to the spread. For instance, the answer the first question, Light Shining Bright? is a trains headlight. Cleverly that same circle is now set against the previous black page, and its the opening to a tunnel. The book starts with one cut out and, continues through 10, and ends at 1. The final double-page spread shows a night-light in a muted room filled with toy versions of the vehicles on the previous pages, the child now in bed, reading this book. Blechman has created an interactive offering with lots of possibilities and a perfect ending." Edie Ching, Booklist starred review; Title: Night Light | [
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22,377 | 13 | While American readers might struggle with the British term busker, they should quickly catch on to its meaning as it relates to a street musician, Fred, and his talented companion, Tabby McTat. Kids should also have no trouble tapping into the emotions of the pair when they become separated by circumstances. Tabby ends up with the better end of the stick in his solo career, having met a female cat that he starts a family with. Still he wonders about his former partner before the rollicking text reunites themwith a twist. This pleasant rhyming venture is illustrated by Scheffler with bright, detailed vignettes that carry the story from scene (Tabby hiding the car keys under the mat) to scene (keeping the newspapers nice and flat). A fun frolic about musical duos who arent quite the same without each other. Like their trademark tune, it all ends PURRRR-fectly. Preschool-Grade 2. --Karen CruzePraise for Tabby McTat, The Musical Cat"A surprising and fun read.... [Scheffler's] bright-eyed, warmhearted characterizations make this a wonderful testimony to the ties that bind." -- Publishers Weekly"The team behind Room on the Broom pair up again in what has become a near-annual ritual of picture book perfection.... Impeccable rhythm and rhyme distinguish this particular tale, filled, as always, with Donaldson's exemplary humor and heart." -- New York Times"A fun frolic about musical duos who aren't quite the same without each other. Like their trademark tune, it all ends 'PURRRR-fectly'." -- Booklist; Title: Tabby McTat, The Musical Cat | [
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22,378 | 13 | Gr 3 Up-A collection of sketches, drafts, and scanned ephemera from the artist who created The Arrival (2007) and Tales from Outer Suburbia (2009, both Scholastic). The initial section, "untold stories," is a series of visuals and captions, sometimes inspired by the accompanying turn of phrase and sometimes only illuminated by it, like a particularly enigmatic New Yorker cartoon. The "book, theatre, and film" section contains images familiar to readers of Tan's other works, while the "drawings from life" and closing "notebooks" sections are excellent examples of the skill and practice required of an inventive illustrator. Not only can one see the breadth of Tan's technical ability here, but the reproduction of the originals is also top-notch; the marginalia of its origins intact with creases, scuffs, erasures, and signs of assembly all photographically preserved. These show the work and the physical reality of getting to an end product, as well as revealing, by implication, the gradual process of creative invention. While not so much a graphic novel or an illustrated book, this is an excellent archive of what might be found if one peeks into the recesses of an artist's portfolio. For those interested in illustration as a career, it could be a superb, if daunting, inspiration.-Benjamin Russell, Belmont High School, NH(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* Tan, the mastermind behind the incomparable The Arrival (2007) and Lost and Found (2011), opens up his sketchbooks and offers up an array of drawings, doodles, and visual experiments. Separated into works for books, theater, and film; life drawings; notebooks; and tantalizing glimpses of untold stories; the entries all share Tans unique trademarks. Unmistakable are his flawless craftsmanship, his organically industrial yet timeless aesthetic, and his lyrically haunting style and tone. Given their own page and focus, many details that might have attracted merely a glance in larger works are turned here from a flourish into a full-fledged character or visual idea. Simultaneously, mechanics of his world-building skill come clear, like a penchant for embellishing illustrations to make them appear a part of a larger blueprint or schematic, giving the sense of a small image within a vast tapestry that is itself an infinitely branching world of imagination. The authors stated hope is that, in their evolutionary examination of images and narratives, the sketchbook pages offer a privileged insight into the creative process. So it does, making it an invaluable resource for burgeoning visual storytellers. But even for those interested in little more than pondering and daydreaming, this is a powerful springboard for the imagination. Grades 7-12. --Jesse Karp; Title: The Bird King: An Artist's Notebook | [
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22,379 | 2 | Gr 47Twelve-year-old March McQuinn has lived a life that many kids can only dream aboutworld travel, no school, and exciting hijinksbut it comes at a cost. He has always felt as though something, or someone, was missing from his life. So when his father, the notorious jewel thief Alfie McQuinn, falls to his death during a burglary, March is left completely alone. That is, until he is reunited with his long-lost twin sister Jules, who has been traveling with their aunt's street performance group. Following a quick stint in a group home and armed only with street smarts and Alfie's clues, the twins and their friends set out to finish Alfie's last heist before Alfie's rivals do. With well-developed supporting characters and two likable protagonists, Watson has delivered an exciting, clever middle-grade mystery. Although her treatment of death and abandonment sometimes feel a bit too lighthearted, it is in keeping with the fanciful feel of the rest of the story. Throughout, the characters develop organically, and Watson doesn't shy away from real-world consequences. This helps give the book a real sense of urgency during each of the movie-quality action scenes, which makes it a perfect fit for fans of Stuart Gibbs's Belly Up (S. & S., 2011) or Gordon Korman's Swindle (Scholastic, 2009).Amanda Augsburger, Moline Public Library, ILWhen master jewel thief Alfie McQuinn dies, his stashed set of clues and cryptic last words to March, his 12-year-old son and apprentice, mark the beginning of a race against time. The first clue leads March to discover his twin sister, Jules, a traveling circus acrobat. Tossed into a group home, they meet Darius, a juvenile delinquent with a soft spot for Izzy, a code-cracking hacker. The four join forces, busting out of the home and into a series of high-stakes heists to reclaim seven cursed moonstone gems once stolen by Alfie. The reward promised is a sizzling seven million bucks, enough to set them up with the home Alfie never lived to realize. The problem? Theres a curse on the twins, prophesied to culminate before their thirteenth birthday next week. Sassy narration, smart quips, pigeon drops, and slang worthy of an episode of Dragnet make this fast-paced tale of topsy-turvy antics a joy from beginning to end. Dont try these high jinks at home, but give this book to anyone who loved the 39 Clues series. Grades 4-7. --Jeanne Fredriksen; Title: Loot | [
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22,380 | 2 | Gr 1-3Of these books, Boris and Class Pets competently fill the gap between easy readers and early chapter books, while Meltdown Madness and Coco are a bit more challenging. Boris really wants a komodo dragon. He writes to the zoo to see if their komodo dragons ever take vacations. Turns out, they don't, and Boris's plans are ruined. He puts his skink in the komodo cage and tries to pass it off as a baby dragon. After it escapes, Boris reopens his letter from the zoo, finds tickets for free admission, and his whole family has an outing. Missy wants to take home the class pets for the weekend but her plans are derailed when a new girl is determined to have what she wants. In the end, Missy bests the bully. Boris's and Missy's stories are told through traditional text, many speech bubbles, and comic-book panels. Both books incorporate full-color artwork throughout. Meltodown Madness looks the most like a traditional early chapter book, with many black-and-white sketches accompanying the text. The young narrator has a magic coin that translates his words into reality (sayings like money doesn't grow on trees spawn a dollar bill under the tree). The boy's powers often cause more trouble than good, but in the end he is able to reason his way into a solution. Coco is in the form of a diary and includes black-and-white lists and doodles. The little girl uses her love of baking cupcakes to help save snails from becoming extinct. Words like extinct and fund-raiser are defined in doodled bubbles. All four books should be popular.Amy Commers, South St. Paul Public Library, MN(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Praise for MISSY'S SUPER DUPER ROYAL DELUXE #1: PICTURE DAY"[Missy] adores ruffles, striped tights and lots of over-the-top accessories, a fascination that many young female readers will recognize and enjoy." -KIRKUS REVIEWS; Title: Class Pets: A Branches Book (Missy's Super Duper Royal Deluxe #2) | [
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22,381 | 2 | Ellen Miles loves dogs, which is why she has a great time writing Puppy Place books. And guess what? She loves cats, too! That's why she came up with a brand-new series called Kitty Corner. Ellen lives in Vermont and loves to be outdoors every day, walking, biking, skiing, or swimming, depending on the season. She also loves to read, cook, explore her beautiful state, play with dogs, and hang out with friends and family. Visit her web site at www.EllenMiles.net.; Title: The Puppy Place #28: Teddy | [
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22,382 | 2 | Gr 9 UpAfter attempting to commit suicide in her bedroom, Vicky Cruz wakes up in the psychiatric wing of the hospital. Exhausted and nearly catatonic, Vicky goes through the motions asked of her by the quiet but firm Dr. Desai while intending to stay only the mandatory time before going home to try again. After attending group therapy with the other three young people on the wardher energetic roommate Mona, intimidating E.M., and angelic Gabriel, however, Vicky accepts Dr. Desai's help in convincing her domineering father to let her stay. As Vicky begins intensive treatment, things start to look up, but the looming question of whether she and her friends can survive in the outside world remains. Stork's latest starts slow, with a cold, dry tone that mirrors Vicky's own emotional depletion. As the new environment and people begin to reach Vicky, however, the prose follows suit, growing smoothly into a warm and powerful tone. Unlike many novels about teens and suicide, this work focuses entirely on recovery. Vicky is dealing with a deep depression born from her mother's death and learns not only to name her illness but to cope with the effects and stand up for her needs. Stork's depiction of depression deftly avoids the traps of preaching or romanticizing and instead is accurate, heartbreaking, and hopeful. VERDICT A beautiful read that adds essential depth to the discussion of teens and mental illness.Amy Diegelman, Vineyard Haven Public Library, MA; Title: The Memory of Light | [
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22,383 | 0 | Gr 5-7When 13-year-old Dahlia, a sleight of hand expert, agrees to go to a Jewish summer camp, she worries that she won't fit in or make friends. And almost immediately, things get strange. Before she even enters her cabin, two girls appear in a shimmer of light and then walk calmly through the cabin wall. As the days go on, Dahlia is drawn deeper into the mystery of who they are, why the camp caretaker seems to dislike her, and why he insists that none of the campers goes near the maze in the ground. This unique, engaging fantasy takes readers on a spooky, exciting journey between Dahlia's world and the mysterious world of David Schank, a man from the 1940s who begins to inhabit her psyche as the power of the mystical Kabbalah forces its way into the world. Dahlia finds herself able to speak fluent Hebrew and knowing things she couldn't know. As children go missing, the threats multiply and coalesce in a thrilling conclusion. Readers without any knowledge of Gematria (the assigning of numbers with mystical significance to words), the Kabbalah, or the myth of the golem may find some details challenging. However, the action and excitement should carry them through. Debut novelist Goelman skillfully navigates the intricacies of the fantasy world in two eras and the contemporary dramas of the camp, complete with mean girls, friendship issues, and a popular older brother who is a counselor. The dialogue of the present-day characters has a wonderfully sure touch, and the figures from the 1940s, particularly the ominous caretaker, come powerfully to life.Sue Giffard, Ethical Culture Fieldston School, New York City(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* Spunky, sarcastic Dahlia begins summer camp by watching two girls disappear through the wall of her cabin. Then she starts dreaming about David Schank, a 1940s Yeshiva student on the lam after discovering the very powerful seventy-second name of God. Meanwhile, Barry, the ancient groundskeeper, intently guards the hedge maze on camp property. At first, Dahlia denies any mystical goings-on, instead believing that her dreams are a fluke and the ghostly girls are just another magic trick. That is, until she starts reading an old book on kabbalah that ties it all together. Kabbalah? Oh yes, and it works. Jewish mysticism is heavy stuff, but Goelman (perhaps purposefully) speeds through a vague explanationfrom an inept counselor more interested in groovy spiritualism than mystical enlightenmentand lets the magical elements of the tradition do the heavy lifting. Dahlia channels Davids knowledge of the seventy-second name and the magical power of words to enter the maze, which contains a secret passage to a higher dimension. With the help of her friends, she uses her mystical powers to confront the Illuminated One, who selfishly seeks the name for himself. Debut author Goelmans story is full of exciting plot twists and well-rounded, engaging charactersall amped up by thrilling, esoteric magic. Grades 5-8. --Sarah Hunter; Title: The Path of Names | [
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22,384 | 6 | Create quirky, curly artwork out of strips of colored paper. With more than 400,000 copies sold, Twirled Paper provides the ideas and supplies to make aliens, bugs, birds, cats, flowers, monkeys, and more. A new work surface as well as paper strips, glue, googly eyes, and custom twirling wand are all neatly stored in the sturdy, open-flat box.; Title: Klutz Twirled Paper Craft Kit | [
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22,385 | 2 | Praise for REVENGE OF THE GIRL WITH THE GREAT PERSONALITY:"Excellent comedy and drama." -- KIRKUS REVIEWSPraise for TAKE A BOW:"Genuinely sweet and emotionally satisfying." -- KIRKUS REVIEWSPraise for PROM & PREJUDICE:"Eulberg delivers a fun, frothy romp that delights." -- KIRKUS REVIEWS"A clever, modern romance." -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLYPraise for THE LONELY HEARTS CLUB:"A must-read for anyone who's ever fallen in love -- or sworn it off completely. A funny, fantastic debut!" - Stephenie Meyer, author of The Twilight Saga"A spirited debut." -- KIRKUS REVIEWS"THE LONELY HEARTS CLUB turns the world of teen dating upside-down, proving that a girl can ignore 'the rules' and still land squarely, happily, and hiliariously on her feet." -- Lauren Myracle, author of TTYLElizabeth Eulberg was born and raised in Wisconsin before heading off to college in Syracuse and making a career in the New York City book biz. She is the author of THE LONELY HEARTS CLUB, PROM AND PREJUDICE, TAKE A BOW, and REVENGE OF THE GIRL WITH THE GREAT PERSONALITY. You can find her on the Web at www.elizabetheulberg.com.; Title: Revenge of the Girl With the Great Personality | [
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22,386 | 1 | PreS-Gr 2-If the lion is the king of the jungle, who is the king of the zoo? Carlos believes that he is. However, the rest of the animals have other ideas. Is the kangaroo king of the zoo? Monkey? Elephant? Not according to this chameleon. There is room for only one king. "Me! That's who!" an unhappy Carlos grumbles. But maybe he needs to learn a lesson about what makes a true king. Readers will admire Urbanovic's playful illustrations and her affinity for comical animals. However, the story is a tad disappointing. While the colorful chameleon may amuse readers with his replication of each of the animal's colors and patterns, he isn't quite endearing. In fact, it's his two sidekicks who really steal his thunder. Also, the story about an individual who must always be the best and brightest until he learns humility is a tired one and falls short here. An optional purchase.-Carol Connor, Cincinnati Public Schools, OH(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Praise for King of the Zoo"The clean lines and character stylizations are reminiscent of Jeff Smith's Bone series and will certainly appeal to a similar audience. Though this volume provides closure, expect an outcry for more adventures in this intriguing world. Clever, fast-paced, and altogether great fun."- Kirkus Reviews, Stared Reviews; Title: King of the Zoo | [
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22,387 | 2 | PreS-KA turquoise elephant rides into town on a Pachyderm Bus and is sitting on a bench when three siblings and their pup spot him and take him home with them. Phil turns out to be a patient, fun playmate. Worried about their parents' reaction to their new pal, the children try to hide him in a pile of leaves, but he is allergic (AAAACHOO!). They drape him in a sheet with the word clubhouse on it, but his feet and trunk stick out, and Mom and Dad aren't fooled. Phil has to go. The entire family takes him back to the bus stop, where the parents suddenly have a change of heart about saying good-bye to Phil. No explanation is given for why they change their minds. Large, cheerful illustrations with spare text in dialogue balloons make this a fun read. It is Phil's playful personality that makes the book so charming.Janene Corbin, Rosebank Elementary School, Nashville, TN(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.When the Pachyderm Bus Line drops off Phil the elephant, he soon meets three children who invite him to play. They have a great time jumping rope, sliding down his trunk, playing in the park, and giving him a bubble bath. But panic grips the children when they realize how their parents will react to a pet elephant. All attempts to hide Phil fail, and their parents insist they return him to the bus stop. A tearful goodbye is followed by a surprise happy ending. Simple but expressive cartoon illustrations complement the spare text. Infused with visual humor, the book makes good use of space and pacing, with a mix of small panels, traditional layouts and bleed-to-edge two-page spreads. The fun premise and the range of emotions conveyed through a carefully drawn eyebrow will appeal to children from young preschool through kindergarten. The limited text also lends itself to use as a beginning reader. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Suzanne Harold; Title: Hiding Phil | [
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22,388 | 2 | Praise for Kiss, Kiss Good Night:"Tiny children will love the comforting sentiments, and older ones may find themselves memorizing the ingenious rhymes." -The New York Times"On large, sturdy board pages just right for tiny hands, this is a sweet selection for baby's bedtime." -KirkusKenn Nesbitt is the current U.S. children's poet laureate and an award-winning author of poetry for children, whose works have appeared in numerous poetry collections and school textbooks around the country. Kenn lives in Spokane, Washington, with his wife and 2 children. You can visit him at www.poetry4kids.comRebecca Elliott has illustrated many books for children. She lives with her husband, daughter, son, and cat in the countryside of Suffolk, England. Visit her at www.rebeccaelliott.com.; Title: Kiss, Kiss Good Night | [
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22,389 | 2 | Gr 15This debut picture book by husband and wife team Alko and Qualls gives the story of Mildred and Richard Loving its due. The couple first met and fell in love in Jim Crow Cedar Point, VA, in 1958, but because Richard was white and Mildred was African American and Cherokee, they were not permitted to marry under Virginia law. The pair did contract nuptials in Washington, DC and eventually had several children, but they weren't content to leave the discriminatory law uncontested. In legal proceedings that led to a Supreme Court case, their union was finally upheld as constitutional. The charming and cheerful mixed media illustrations are done in gouache and acrylic paint with collage and colored pencil, a perfect marriage of Alko and Qualls's art styles. While the text is uninspired in moments, it shines with a message that is universal: "They won the right to their love. They were free at last." Back matter includes an author and artist's note explaining the importance of this topic. A much-needed work on a historical court case that made the ultimate difference on mixed race families that will resonate with contemporary civil rights battles. Put it on the shelves next to Duncan Tonatiuh's Separate Is Never Equal: Sylvia Mendez and Her Family's Fight for Desegregation (Abrams, 2014) and Joyce Carol Thomas's Linda Brown, You Are Not Alone: The Brown v. Board of Education Decision (Hyperion, 2003).Shelley Diaz, School Library Journal; Title: The Case for Loving: The Fight for Interracial Marriage | [
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22,390 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2-Inspired by Alfred Noyes's "The Highwayman," Donaldson tells the tale of a swashbuckling rat with mask and cape who stops hapless travelers and takes their food at sword point. While he prefers chocolates, puddings, and cakes, he steals clover from a rabbit, nuts from a squirrel, and even hay from his own horse. "The creatures who traveled the highway/grew thinner and thinner and thinner,/While the Highway Rat grew horribly fat/from eating up everyone's dinner." A brave duck in a red kerchief lures the thief to a distant cave, supposedly full of biscuits and buns. While he follows the echoes of his own voice deeper and deeper into the dark, the duck jumps on Rat's horse and takes the stolen food back to her hungry friends. Eventually he emerges on the other side of the hill, becomes a reformed rodent, and finds work sweeping the floor at a cake shop. Scheffler's rich, dark palette creates a brooding atmosphere just right for the Highway Rat's dastardly deeds, and his cartoon-style characters are a wonderful tongue-in-cheek contrast. Humorous details abound, including Gruffalo cookies in the cake shop from this British duo's The Gruffalo (Puffin, 2006). This well-paced, rollicking tale is a guaranteed storytime treat.-Mary Jean Smith, formerly at Southside Elementary School, Lebanon, TN(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Inspired by Alfred Noyes The Highwayman, the dashing but dastardly Highway Rat (sporting a hat and cape that would befit Zorro) travels the roads on his steady stead, plundering anyone and anything that he happens upon. The bounty is pretty paltryclover from a rabbit, nuts from a squirrel, a leaf from some antsbut that doesnt deter him. He even steals flies from a spider and his own horses hay. But then a duck tricks him into entering a cave. After he becomes lost, emerges from the other side horseless and hungry, gives up his life of crime, and lands a job in a cake shopwhere he can finally indulge in all the treats he only hoped for as a Highway Rat. The wide-eyed, brightly colored cartoon illustrations depict a masked rat that looks more goofy than menacing. With rhyming text that uses the refrain of I am the Rat of the Highway, this is a rascally natural for group read-alouds. Grades K-2. --Randall Enos; Title: The Highway Rat | [
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22,391 | 16 | PreS-Gr 2More than an oversize alphabet book (and slightly less than most counting books). Cooper's 8 is filled with playful representations of animals both familiar and exotic. He explains that he chose the number "because 8 is round and adorablenot too big, and not so small, but just right." Each letter features several different animals including one type that's depicted eight times, which is what encourages the counting element of the book. Some may quibble that the animals are not drawn to scale (for instance, a dung beetle should not appear as large as a deer's tail), but the fun of seeing eight varieties of hummingbirds or being introduced to a yabby surely outweighs such petty complaints. All of the creatures are identified in the formidable pictorial "Did You Know?" section at the back. VERDICT Unusual in its conception and scope and illustrated with joy, this is an alphabet book to pore over, worth adding to any collection.Miriam Lang Budin, Chappaqua Library, NY; Title: 8: An Animal Alphabet | [
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22,392 | 15 | Defying the notion that there is nothing new under the sun, this book features animals discovered since 2007. In the introduction, Montgomery walks readers through the process of scientific discovery, from the tools used for exploration to the formal process of naming a new species. Creatures such as the shocking pink dragon millipede and the psychedelic frogfish are arranged into chapters by types of ecosystem, including rain forests, mountains, and islands. Each animals role in nature is included in the sidebar, reinforcing concepts such as biodiversity and interdependence. Meanwhile, Unsolved Mystery boxes drive home the idea that these animals are new and relatively unfamiliar. In fact, the overarching yet subtle theme is that science is fluid and changeable, with new discoveries being made every day, reminding readers that science itself is a living, breathing academic discipline. Perfect for readers who think theyve already seen it all. Grades 3-6. --Erin AndersonAlmost a million different animals have been creeping, slithering, and scurrying across this earth. And more new species are uncovered all the time. This book is filled with the wackiest new animal discoveries! Look at these wild creatures -- they're just waiting for you to read all about them!; Title: Wild Discoveries: Wacky New Animals | [
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22,393 | 2 | K-Gr 3A tribute to the phenomenon that is the Rolling Thunder Ride for Freedom, which takes place in Washington, DC, every Memorial Day weekend. In rhyming text, a young boy describes his journey to the capital to meet his grandfather, who rides his motorcycle to honor two friends who died in Vietnam. The child brings a photo of his pilot uncle, lost in another war. After the narrator's train trip, he joins the cyclists' encampment for memory sharing and a meal. The next morning, he rides in Grandpa's sidecar in the miles-long rows of motorcycles parading past the Lincoln Memorial. "Lines of bikes are miles long,/shining, half a million strong./Rumbling, grumbling, engines roar./Peace signs. High fives. Spirits soar." Ruth's background in comics illustration is evident in his skillful use of palette to reflect mood. The realistic paintings rely on warm yellows and reds to depict the boy's home; olive fatigues and the purple-lit monument are featured during more solemn moments. VERDICT A lyrical ode to our nation's fallen heroes and those who keep their memories alive, suitable for one-on-one and small group sharing. A good choice for most collections.Gay Lynn Van Vleck, Henrico County Library, Glen Allen, VA; Title: Rolling Thunder | [
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22,394 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1-This tale of friendship unfolds in three short stories written with simple phrases and strong dialogue. Youngsters will laugh as "spooky friends"-Scarlet, a green, pigtailed vampire (complete with pet bat), and Igor, a tubby mummy-find solutions to their capricious disagreements: "If Igor wanted to read, Scarlet wanted to sing. If Scarlet wanted to nap, Igor wanted to dance." Characters mirror preschoolers' emotional understanding of friendship and each of the stories provides a lighthearted plot as Scarlet and Igor learn that no matter what disagreements ensue, working things out together is even better. Colored font depicts heightened emotions while warm-hued, playful illustrations entertain emerging readers and provide ample context for comprehension and fluency. This is a great selection for those looking for delightful rather than frightful Halloween books, titles on friendship, or general early-reader collections.-Melissa Smith, Royal Oak Public Library, MI(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted."This is a great selection for those looking for delightful rather than frightful Halloween books, titles on friendship or general early-reader collections."--School Library Journal"Move over, Frog and Toad, to make room for this delightful new title."--Starred Review Kirkus Reviews "Feder's early-reader textaddresses experiences that are relatable to children, and it includes useful repetition and age-appropriate vocabulary."--Horn Book Reviews; Title: Scholastic Reader Level 2: Spooky Friends | [
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22,395 | 15 | Primary sources from survivors, time lines of high-profile events, infographics, maps, and jaw-dropping photographs cover every inch of this dynamic book on the scary natural disasters that wreak havoc in every corner of the world. Included are chapters on weather, volcanoes and earthquakes, and even threats of disasters in the form of near-earth objects and solar storms. The information is incredibly up-to-date and geographically diverse, including information on the recent tsunami in Japan, the 2010 Guatemalan sinkhole, and last winters North American blizzards. The book not only considers the science of natural disasters but also our relationship to the environment, examining peoples role in creating disasters and the stark cultural differences in preparedness and response when they occur. Graphic, honest, and relevant, this book is engaging in both topic and format. A free digital companion book, Storm Chasers, is accessible at the publishers website using an access code in the front cover. Grades 5-8. --Erin AndersonDavid Burnie is an accomplished zoologist who was a nature reserve ranger before becoming a natural history author and editor. A prolific writer of many books, including several on dinosaurs, he has seen many of his titles win educational awards and science prizes. His titles for Kingfisher include Kingfisher Knowledge: Endangered Planet and The Kingfisher Illustrated Dinosaur Encyclopedia, which was nominated for the Aventis Prize for Science Books in 2002.; Title: Scholastic Discover More: Disasters | [
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22,396 | 0 | From Dog Tags #1: Semper Fido:"Stay with me, good boy," I mumbled at Loki - my partner, my teammate, my best friend in this crazy war. I tried to hold my eyes open as long as I could, tried to keep scratching behind Loki's ears and speaking in my most comforting voice. I knew, I just knew that Loki could understand.My lips kept moving even after I didn't have the strength to make any noise. I just repeated myself over and over, pleading for one thing, the thing I wanted more than anything in the nineteen years I'd been alive: "Stay with me, Loki," I told him. "Stay with me, Marine."; Title: Dog Tags #1: Semper Fido | [
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22,397 | 2 | rchBlurbLet's all go to Chez Chapeaux!Join Emily, Ashley, Kaitlyn, and Claire as they search for the perfect hats to wear.Hats and more hatspiled up high.Which hatsdo we want to try?There are hats with flowers, stripes, and bells. And hats with f; Title: Hats Off to You! | [
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22,398 | 2 | K-Gr 2With a smiling beak, a book in one hand, and a his stuffed animal in backpack, Tony Baloneya macaroni penguinmakes an exciting entrance. The plot is simple: Tony and Bob are excited about the "Books and Buddies" evening at their elementary school. According to their teacher, this will be an evening in the Everything Room (altered to look and feel like a campground), and the students should bring a blanket, and favorite stuffed animal or doll. Tony will bring Dandelion (another penguin species), and Bob will bring his turtle Pedro. Difficulty comes with Tony and his sister cleaning up the house while Mom is at playgroup with the babies. Tony and his big sister cannot clean up without arguing, and Momma and Poppa take away the treat of "Books and Buddies." The illustrations are done with digital media, and the bright colors, happy expressions, and realistic family life make this title a winner. Some of the text is a little dense, and there are several pages with speech bubbles that require a little deciphering by new readers. Overall, this is a wonderful new title about a penguin, his pet, and their adventures.Susan Lissim, Dwight School, New York City; Title: Tony Baloney Buddy Trouble | [
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22,399 | 2 | The Thea Sisters find themselves recruited to investigate bribery and collusion at an international dance competition. Set against a Milanese backdroppredominantly the La Scala Opera Housethe five mouselings band together to help a new friend and reveal the shenanigans of Mice for Dance. The story is formulaic, although information about dance styles, terminology, and famous theaters around the world appear as entertaining sidebars. Readers diving into the series now will find no previous knowledge is necessary. Heavily illustrated in full color, this book is attractive and appealing. Enthusiastic Geronimo Stilton fans will certainly agree. Grades 2-4. --Kara DeanPraise for Geronimo Stilton books:"Lightning pace and full-color design will hook kids in a flash." -- Publishers Weekly; Title: Thea Stilton and the Dancing Shadows: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure | [
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