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22,500 | 2 | Gr 610Levi and Macallan meet the first day of seventh grade and quickly become devoted friends. Told in chapters that alternate between their voices, this contemporary novel follows the teens for five years. During that time, Macallan grieves over her mother's recent death, Levi strives to fit in with the athletes, and they both struggle to figure out romantic relationships while keeping their friendship intact. The protagonists are interesting characters, facing the usual barrage of middle- and high-school challenges in inventive ways, as when Macallan teaches herself to be an expert chef. When Macallan and Levi begin to realize they are in love, the awareness triggers one misunderstanding and romantic misfire after another which becomes repetitious; the pacing suffers as a result. The book does, however, have some compelling moments, as when Macallan deals singlehandedly with a bully's taunts. With the premise of friends becoming something more, the innocence of the romance, and the age of the protagonists over the course of the narrative, this will be appeal to younger teen readers.Martha Baden, Prescott Public Library, AZCan guys and girls really be just friends? Levi and Macallan met in seventh grade and bonded over their shared love of a British TV show. Throughout the years, theyve seen themselves as buddies and nothing more, even if everyone else has seen them as a couple. Sure, Levi might spend more time with Macallan than his girlfriend, and, yes, Macallan might share more jokes with Levi than her boyfriendbut theyre better off this way, right? Or is there something more that they just dont see? While the ending may be predictable, the journey here allows for a pitch-perfect rom-com. With a nod to When Harry Met Sally, rising YA romance writer Eulberg (Prom & Prejudice, 2011) situates relatable characters in realistic situations. Theres depth, too, as Macallan grieves over the loss of her mother and Levi struggles to remain one of the guys. A humorous and cozy story about friendships and relationships, and the oh-so-fine line between them. Grades 7-10. --Sarah Bean Thompson; Title: Better Off Friends | [
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22,501 | 2 | Ben and Bonnies babysitter, Skinny Doug, has a cool way to put his charges to sleepwith familiar rhymes. Familiar to him, that is. Good night, sleep tight. / Hope the fleas dont bite! is one. This Little Piggy and Pat-a-cake are others. But they are new to the children, who say the same thing after each recitation: We love it! We love it! said Bonnie and Ben. How does it go? Will you say it again? Skinny Doug does not repeat, though. Instead he says, Ill tell you another. / I heard from my mother. (This interplay does get the tiniest bit tired by the books end.) While a couple of the ditties will be new to American audiences (like Round and round the garden / Like a teddy bear), most will have children chanting along. The Quentin Blakestyle pictures alternate between simple, warm scenes of Doug and his charges and the amusing ink-and-watercolor pictures that illustrate the rhymes, sometimes quite intricately. A fun book that will remind parents to pass along the golden oldies. Preschool-Grade 1. --Ilene Cooper; Title: Good Night, Sleep Tight | [
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22,502 | 2 | Gr 3-6-A young girl from a long line of special women fights to save her home. Emma, like all of the women in her family, is a Wildflower. Each woman is destined to live an extraordinary life, experiencing a Destiny Dream that reveals her unique path. Shortly after the death of her ex-rocker mom, Emma feels a deep emptiness, but she consoles herself by helping out in the Boneyard Cafe, the family business situated on the edge of a cemetery, and giving tours of the cemetery to tourists. The caf has fallen on hard times, and when it looks like Granny Blue, her tough, tattooed, ex-boxer grandmother, might sell the place to a developer, Emma looks for answers within the local folklore about a hidden treasure and a ghost. When she finally has her own Destiny Dream, it seems to point to the treasure, but the clues are frustratingly vague. With the help of a small cast of quirky characters and magical flora, Emma finds her true destiny and eases her troubles through the journey. The prose is bubbly and light, with a cheerful, optimistic tone despite some of the seemingly darker elements. Though not as multilayered as Ingrid Law's Savvy (Dial, 2008), this novel will be appreciated by younger middle grade readers who enjoy mysteries with an ample dose of magic and whimsy. VERDICT Fans of Lloyd's first book, A Snicker of Magic (Scholastic, 2015), will be pleased with this frothy, pleasant tale.-Kiera Parrott, School Library Journal(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.; Title: The Key to Extraordinary | [
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22,503 | 2 | Gr 48Catrina and her family have just moved to Northern California. Baha de la Luna is different from Cat's hometownfor one thing, everyone is obsessed with ghostsbut the sea air makes it easier for Cat's younger sister, Maya, who has cystic fibrosis (CF), to breathe. Carlos, a new friend and neighbor, introduces the girls to a different perspective on the spiritual world. Ghosts, he says, aren't frightening; they're the spirits of loved ones. Cat has her doubtsespecially after a ghostly encounter puts Maya in the hospitalbut as Day of the Dead celebrations draw closer, she starts to reconsider. Readers will relate to these realistically flawed characters. Maya is frank about her illness and optimistic despite her awareness that her prognosis is poor, while Cat struggles, feeling intensely protective of her sister, anxious about her illness, and resentful about the limitations that Maya's condition places upon the whole family. Themes such as the sibling bond, death, and culture are expertly woven throughout. As Cat comes to terms with the existence of ghosts, she also navigates her background (her father is white, while her mother is Mexican). Telgemeier employs the cheerful cartoon artwork that fans of Smile, Drama, and Sisters know and love, but her palette is more muted in places, fitting the book's somewhat serious and somber themes. VERDICT A can't-miss addition to middle grade graphic novel shelves; hand to fans of the author and newcomers alike.Mahnaz Dar, School Library Journal; Title: Ghosts | [
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22,504 | 2 | Gr 24Mysterious monsters live around the world, yet you wouldn't know it for sure, because the proof doesn't exist! Blizz Richards, a responsible and fun yeti from Nepal, wants it to remain this way; without the mystery, how else would people remember magic? However, a hidden existence can be lonely, so it's time for a Bigfeet reunion. With so many gathered, though, the chance of a sighting increases, especially with the determined yet not-so-bright George Vanquist hot on their trail. Blizz speaks directly to readers as he introduces his world, deftly explaining what a yeti is, as well as the nature of cryptids. These funny, made-up facts will fascinate kids. At several points, the narration switches to other characters, including the bumbling George Vanquist. Plenty of random, wacky humor is hidden under the guise of a serious tone. Of note is one ironic scene where the cryptids search for Bigfoot. Accompanying the text are equally amusing illustrations featuring circular eyes and wide-mouthed expressions. These fill much of the page and on occasion include panels. Larger spreads caption many of the objects, giving quick description to this world, as well as providing more random laughs. Fans of the "Bad Kitty" and "Captain Underpants" titles will certainly love the first in this series of illustrated chapter books.Rachel Forbes, Oakville Public Library, Ontario, CanadaPraise for I'M THE BIGGEST THING IN THE OCEAN"Waves of exuberance flow out of this crowd-pleaser, in which a squid proudly points out how much bigger it is than any shrimp, clam, octopus or fish in the neighborhood."-Kirkus Reviews, starred review"Sherry renders his hero and habitat in bright colors and bold, simple shapes that will be surefire eye magnets for preschoolers...."-Publishers Weekly, starred review; Title: Meet the Bigfeet (The Yeti Files #1) | [
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22,505 | 2 | PreS-KIn the third engaging tale about Zoe and her younger sister, Addie, the girls and their mother visit a playground. Zoe's highly tuned imagination soon turns the small park and play equipment into a wild jungle. As a brave and undaunted explorer following the illusory "Addiebeast," the child searches by using her binoculars, swinging on vines, riding a wild boar, and braving a crocodile-infested river. For each of the last five minutes of playtime, their mother counts down the minutes left. Every time she calls out, the siblings are immediately brought back to reality for a few seconds, as shown in the colorful, full-page pictures, and then swiftly return to their hunter-and-hunted game. Charming pen-and-ink and watercolor illustrations reveal to readers both the lush green jungle teeming with wild animals and bright flowers, as well as the impressive playground just ripe for imagining. Wonderful vocabulary introduces such words as "glimpses," "stealthy," "relentless," "ingenuity," and "unfathomable." Children will enjoy watching Zoe and Addie play their game while also searching for the Addiebeast's polka-dotted "hide," thus allowing them to take part in the pursuit. Use this title with Peggy Rathman's 10 Minutes Till Bedtime (Putnam, 1998) for another countdown story of a child with a deadline.Maryann H. Owen, Children's Literature Specialist, Mt. Pleasant, WI; Title: Zoe's Jungle | [
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22,506 | 2 | Praise for THE NOTEBOOK OF DOOM #1: RISE OF THE BALLOON GOONS"Cranking up the horrorlarity with googly eyed cartoon figures and sight gags on nearly every page, Cummings pitches his nervous but resourceful newcomer into a climactic, all-out battle with an entire army of aggressive, air-stealing bendy balloons." -KIRKUS REVIEWS; Title: Attack of the Shadow Smashers: A Branches Book (The Notebook of Doom #3) | [
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22,507 | 2 | Seventeenth in the series about mild-mannered journalist mouse Geronimos younger sister, Journey to the Lions Den chronicles the exploits of five of Theas studentscollectively known as the Thea Sistersas they travel to Kenya for a photo assignment. Things get complicated, though, when the rodents become embroiled in the disappearance of a lion cub named Mosi. Filled with informational asides, colorful fonts, a high picture-to-prose ratio, and funny, fast-paced mystery and adventure, this will have great appeal for any young readers who havent already jumped aboard the furiously spinning Geronimo Stilton mouse wheel. Grades 1-4. --Jesse KarpPraise for Geronimo Stilton books:"Lightning pace and full-color design will hook kids in a flash." -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY; Title: Thea Stilton and the Journey to the Lion's Den: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure | [
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22,508 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1-In a world awash with silvery foil, a little bunny writes a letter to Santa, wishing for a friend. When she misses the last Red Robin mail pickup, she decides to deliver her letter in person, and in the grandest tradition of folktales everywhere, shares her travel supplies with those in need, who repay her kindness with gifts and (one assumes) friendship. Painterly, preschool-friendly illustrations and a simple story about kindness rewarded-good enough. But oh, the foil on every spread! Sunglasses may be needed when sharing this story during daylight hours. A shiny additional purchase.-Mara Alpert, Los Angeles Public Library(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.A solitary snow bunny asks one wish from Santa for Christmas: to have a friend. Off she goes to deliver her letter in person, carrying along a pair of warm mittens, some frosted cookies, and a map to Santas house. When she sees a little bear cub blowing on his cold, cold paws, she gives him her green mittens. Further along, a little fox cub has no ornament for the animals Christmas tree, so she gives him her Christmas cookies. And upon finding some fawns who are lost, she gives themwhat else?her map to find their path home. At journeys end, Santa invites her on board his sleigh, and they whoosh through the starry night. Who is at her doorstep to wish her Christmas joy? All her newfound friends! The silver swirls, stars, and glittery clumps of snow throughout brighten the rich colors of the forest and its cuddly animals. Children will delight in this tender story showing how giving engenders friendship and love. Preschool-Grade 2. --Lolly Gepson; Title: Snow Bunny's Christmas Wish | [
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22,509 | 7 | Praise for Spirit AnimalsA New York Times bestseller"Mull kicks off the multiplatform Spirit Animals series with an exciting first installment." -Publishers Weekly"Mull masterfully draws readers in . . . [they] will have a hard time putting this book down." -School Library Journal"An insightful look at what it means to be a hero, with the glory it brings and the sacrifice it demands. The accompanying game offers an exciting off-page experience." -Kirkus; Title: Spirit Animals: Book 7 | [
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22,510 | 2 | Praise for The Yeti Files #1: Meet the Bigfeet:"Fans of the 'Bad Kitty' and 'Captain Underpants' titles will certainly love the first in this series of illustrated chapter books." -- School Library Journal"Illustrator Sherry's first volume in the Yeti Files is a fast and funny graphic-prose tale full of labeled pictures and comic-style panels." -- Kirkus Reviews"[Sherry's] characters...have all the googly-eyed charm that makes his picture books so much fun." -- Publishers Weekly"This fast-paced and funny tale is told in comics-style panels and labeled black-and-white illustrations of goofy monsters and cartoonish villains. Good stuff for readers beginning to move into chapter books." -- Booklist"Charming characters, hilarious illustrations, and a big bunch of fun!" -- Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain UnderpantsKevin Sherry is the author and illustrator of many children's picture books, most notably I'M THE BIGGEST THING IN THE OCEAN, which received starred reviews in PUBLISHERS WEEKLY and KIRKUS, and won an original artwork award from the Society of Illustrators. He's a man of many interests: a chef, an avid cyclist, the founder of online screen-printing company Squidfire, and a performer of hilarious puppet shows for kids and adults. Kevin lives in Baltimore, Maryland.; Title: Monsters on the Run (The Yeti Files #2) | [
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22,511 | 2 | Gr 46In this breezy, contemporary read from the author of How Not to Be Popular(Delacorte, 2008), 11-year-old triplets Delaney, Dawn, and Darby Brewster need to stop their older sister from making a HUGE mistake. Sweet, wonderful Lily is marrying armadillolike, allergy-prone Burton Caldwell in a month. Burton doesn't make Lily happy, but his pushy mother is steamrolling the wedding plans. The girls are also convinced that Lily still loves her ex-boyfriend, Alex, and that the feelings are mutual.The Brewster triplets try again and again to get Lily and her fianc to call off the wedding, but to no avail. Can they create enough mayhem to stop the seemingly inevitable? This is a very light read, with stock characters (sweet older sister, friendlike Dad, enforcer Mom, perfect ex-boyfriend, wimpy fianc, etc.) and a predictable but well-paced plot with realistic dialogue. There is genuine humor in the hijinks the girls devise, and the sisters do exhibit the true bond unique to multiples. The sisters love all things presidential, but this plot device seems contrived and forced at times. All in all, this is an innocent and fun sibling adventure.Lisa Crandall, formerly at the Capital Area District Library, Holt, MIThree heads are better than one when it comes to breaking up a wedding. Triplets Delaney, Darby, and Darcy dont approve of the dry nincompoop that their sister Lily is marrying, and they want to see her get back together with her ex-boyfriend, Alex. They hatch several plans to foil the wedding and ensure Lilys happiness, like changing all the rehearsal dinner food and putting together a very different type of slideshow. Eventually, the girls find help from some unexpected sources, and the wedding is a success in its own way. This light read feels ready-made for the Disney Channel, complete with spunky sisters, lovable parents, and a wacky dog. The plot is quick and action packed, with just enough trivia mixed in to keep readers on their toes. Recommend this book to readers who cant get enough of the meddlesome friends featured in Wendy Mass Willow Falls series. Grades 5-7. --Tiffany Erickson; Title: Revenge of the Flower Girls (Brewster Triplets) | [
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22,512 | 17 | A bright star in the 2012 Olympic Games, Gabby Douglas won a gold medal as part of the American womens gymnastics team and another in the all-round individual competition. Readers can trace her path to Olympic success through a short illustrated biography that offers basic information about her childhood, family, training as a gymnast, decision to leave home for training, and championship and Olympic wins. A page of All-Around Amazing Facts (birthday, nicknames, pets, hobbies) concludes the presentation. A typical double-page spread features a well-chosen color photo of Douglas, as well as a couple of paragraphs of large-print text. Pale pink with a subtle star pattern used for decorative notes, the pages are well designed for the audience. While older fans may want to try Douglas Grace, Gold, and Glory (2012), this book offers younger readers a closer look at the popular gymnast. Grades 2-4. --Carolyn PhelanTori Kosara has written many books for young children, including Scholastic Reader Level 3: Lonesome George Finds His Friends. She lives in New York.; Title: Gabby Douglas: Going for Gold | [
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22,513 | 2 | Praise for Monkey Me series:"This series combines realistic fiction and science fiction in comic-style storytelling with traditional blocks of text. Filled with short chapters, these books will help young readers build confidence and reading stamina. This series also fills a niche for newly independent readers with advanced skills."-School Library JournalTimothy Roland is a former elementary school teacher, has worked as a corporate design artist, and now writes and illustrates children’s literature full-time. His stories, illustrations and comics have appeared in over a dozen magazines (including Highlights for Children and The Saturday Evening Post). His published books include the Detective Dan series, Ten Hungry Mice, Come Down Now, Flying Cow!, and the Comic Guy series.; Title: Monkey Me and the New Neighbor: A Branches Book (Monkey Me #3) | [
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22,514 | 7 | Praise for Spirit AnimalsA New York Times bestseller"Mull kicks off the multiplatform Spirit Animals series with an exciting first installment." -Publishers Weekly"Mull masterfully draws readers in . . . [they] will have a hard time putting this book down." -School Library Journal"An insightful look at what it means to be a hero, with the glory it brings and the sacrifice it demands. The accompanying game offers an exciting off-page experience." -Kirkus; Title: Spirit Animals Book 6: Rise and Fall | [
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22,515 | 2 | Praise for Monkey Me series:"This series combines realistic fiction and science fiction in comic-style storytelling with traditional blocks of text. Filled with short chapters, these books will help young readers build confidence and reading stamina. This series also fills a niche for newly independent readers with advanced skills."-School Library Journal; Title: Monkey Me and the Golden Monkey: A Branches Book (Monkey Me #1) | [
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22,516 | 7 | Jack Frost is up to no good againand this time he wants to ruin the music festival so he can become a pop superstar! He and his goblins have stolen the magical music notes that bring the joy of song to every performer. Thankfully, Rachel and Kirsty are at the festival with their parents to see their favorite group, the Angelsand they are ready to help out their fairy friends and save the day. Includes Jessie the Lyrics Fairy, Adele the Voice Fairy, Vanessa the Choreography Fairy, Miley the Stylist Fairy, Frankie the Makeup Fairy, Alyssa the Star-Spotter Fairy, and Cassie the Concert Fairy.; Title: Superstar Fairies Complete 7 Book Set: Jessie the Lyrics Fairy, Adele the Voice Fairy, Vanessa the Choreography Fairy, Miley the Stylist Fairy, Frankie the Makeup Fairy, Alyssa the Star-Spotter Fairy, and Cassie the Concert Fairy (Rainbow Magic) | [
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22,517 | 2 | Gr 69Fans of the "Tunnels" series (Scholastic, 2008) will enjoy Smith's latest. Pat and Coop were always close. Coop even let Pat help with his secret tunnel project under Washington, DC. But after an accidental gas explosion, Coop runs away. One year later, Pat receives a package with a recorder and a message that leads him on a mission to find and rescue his old friend. Smith spends much of the first 100 pages on backstory, though it is imperative to understanding the relationship between Pat and Coop had and why Pat is so motivated to travel alone to New York City to find him. This makes the pacing slow at first, but it increases dramatically once Pat makes it to the society under the city. The second half is better paced and action-packed. Beneath hits all the notes of an underground novel, with several allusions to classics such as Jules Verne's Journey to the Center of the Earth and H.G. Wells's The Time Machine. Avid lovers of adventure fiction will enjoy this quick read.Patrick Tierney, Dr. Martin Luther King Elementary School RI; Title: Beneath | [
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22,518 | 2 | Gr 57Nola Sutton was looking forward to spending the summer after sixth grade doing odd jobs and having fun with her best friend, Canaan Swift. But when Canaan's dad abruptly leaves his family, Canaan becomes first distant, and then downright hostile, forcing a hurt Nola to make other plans. She strengthens a casual friendship, makes a new friend, and gets to know her cranky grandmother a little betterand begins to accept that some things must change, for better or for worse. Copious flashbacks, demonstrating what a great friend Canaan has always been, slow what little forward momentum the plot has and make the boy's total personality changefrom super friend to dog-tormenting bullyseem even more perplexing. Nola's attempt to track down Mr. Swift's whereabouts strains credulity and adds nothing to the plot; also unconvincing is much of the dialogue, though it does a good job of getting across a flavor of the Kentucky setting. Barbara O'Connor's books are a better bet for stories of friendship with a Southern accent.Eva Mitnick, Los Angeles Public LibraryIn Keplingers poignant middle-grade debut, 11-year-old Nolas carefree world is shattered when her best friends father takes off without explanation. Nola and the three Swift brothers, who live in the other half of their duplex, have always been friends, but Nola is closest with Canaan. She and Canaan do everything together, from sneaking turns on a neighbors trampoline to sharing secrets. Nola is unprepared for how sweet Canaan changes when his father leaves. Instead of confiding in her, he is sullen and angry, hanging out with the bullies who call her Nasty Nola and playing mean pranks on their neighbors. Nola is crushed, especially when her mother announces she is getting married and moving them to another neighborhood. Nola is both happy and sad, but Canaan doesnt even seem to care. Keplinger gives appropriate gravity to Nolas feelings of hurt and helplessness, while tempering her distress with reassuring outlets in her parents and two new friends. A believably bittersweet ending delivers an emotional understanding of the necessary changes we all undergo while growing up. Grades 3-6. --Krista Hutley; Title: The Swift Boys & Me | [
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22,519 | 13 | Rita Rosa Ruesga was born in Cuba and holds a degree in choral conducting from the Escuela Nacional de Arte, Cuba. Rita Rosa created Musikartis, a bilingual music curriculum, and works as a music producer, teacher, and voice coach. She is a 2009 and 2010 Latin Grammy nominee.Euliser Polanco was born in Las Tunas, Cuba, and graduated from the Escuela Nacional de Arte de la Habana. He lives in Spain, where he directs his own art academy for children and adults. His artistic work ranges from painting to video to digital photography.; Title: Los mariachis (The Mariachis) (Spanish Edition) | [
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22,520 | 1 | A dozen dog-crazy authors, 12 stories of rescued dogs, and one busy animal shelter make up this collection of short stories sure to bring out the dog lover in anyone. The stories are varied in plot, narrative style, and tone, but they all end with a dog finding its one true owner. Stories like Big Dogs by C. Alexander London and Like an Old Sweater by Kirby Larson show a child who wants to fit in and the dog who makes that possible. In The Heart Dog, Elizabeth Cody Kimmel introduces a girl who is scared of dogs until she meets just the right one. All of the stories share plenty of heart and action, and most readers should know everything will work out well in the end. The reading level is good for independent readers who might not be ready for a full-length novel or advanced readers who need something more gentle. Pair this book with Waiting for Magic (2011) by Patricia MacLachlan for two heartwarming books about rescued dogs. Grades 3-5. --Tiffany Erickson; Title: Lucky Dog: Twelve Tales of Rescued Dogs | [
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22,521 | 6 | Nail Style Studio is the perfect big sister to our bestselling title Nail Art, providing simple step-by-step instructions to create 25 tween-approved designs for budding fashionistas 10 and up. Though the designs look impressively intricate, our secret weapons make them practically foolproof: A two-sided custom dotting tool makes tiny, perfect dots, and stick-on stencils define crisp, geometric shapes. Our exclusive palette of practice polish lets any girl try a design, wash it off, and try it again.Nail Style Studio is the perfect big sister to our bestselling title Nail Art, providing simple step-by-step instructions to create 25 tween-approved designs for budding fashionistas 10 and up. Though the designs look impressively intricate, our secret weapons make them practically foolproof: A two-sided custom dotting tool makes tiny, perfect dots, and stick-on stencils define crisp, geometric shapes. Our exclusive palette of practice polish lets any girl try a design, wash it off, and try it again.; Title: Klutz Nail Style Studio Book Kit | [
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22,522 | 2 | Praise for Beneath:"A tightly plotted mystery that incorporates themes of nonconformity and social rebellion... Humor, a perilous setting, [and] intense relationships... give the story emotion and grit." -- Publishers Weekly"A fast-paced, compelling read. Fans of Smith will not be disappointed." -- Booklist"Avid lovers of adventure fiction will enjoy this quick read." -- School Library JournalWhat dangers lurk above?Pat O'Toole and his brother, Coop, are on the run from an enemy that specializes in hiding in plain sight. Along with their new companion, Kate, they've narrowly escaped a cultlike community situated beneath the streets of New Yo; Title: Above | [
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22,523 | 2 | JOSEPH MONNINGER is the author of several award-winning young adult novels, including Wish, Baby, and Hippie Chick, as well as eleven novels and three non-fiction books for adults. A professor of English literature, he lives in Warren, New Hampshire.; Title: Cave-In (Stay Alive) | [
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22,524 | 7 | Gr 2-5Okay, I just reviewed another Captain Underpants book in my May column, but this is a great example of a tremendously popular U.S. book in translation, one especially preferred by Spanish-speaking boys. I really enjoy the clever way that Scholastic has translated this series, and that they have taken the care to extend the translation to the design and illustration of the book. (c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.As a child, Dav Pilkey was diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD. Dav was so disruptive in class that his teachers made him sit out in the hall every day. Luckily, Dav loved to draw and make up stories, so he spent his time in the hallway creating his own original comic books.In the second grade, Dav Pilkey created a comic book about a superhero named Captain Underpants. His teacher ripped it up and told him he couldnt spend the rest of his life making silly books. Fortunately, Dav was not a very good listener.Dav has gone on to create award-winning and bestselling books for children. His Captain Underpants series has more than 80 million copies in print worldwide and has been translated into more than 28 languages. In 2017, DreamWorks Animation brought the character to the silver screen in the feature film adaptation Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie, and Netflix is now streaming The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants TV show.Davs latest creation, Dog Man, continues to be a #1 New York Times bestselling series with more than 13 million copies in print worldwide and translations available in more than 21 languages. Dav is also the creator of the Dragon series, the Dumb Bunnies series, Dog Breath, and The Paperboy, which is a Caldecott Honor Book.Dav lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife.; Title: El Capitn Calzoncillos y la asquerosa venganza de los robocalzones radioactivos (Captain Underpants #10): (Spanish language edition of Captain ... Radioactive Robo-Boxers) (Spanish Edition) | [
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22,525 | 0 | Praise for Rise of the Wolf:"Fast-moving fun with broad audience appeal, especially recommended for reluctant readers, Rick Riordan fans, and pedal-to-the-metal adventure aficionados." -- Kirkus Reviews"The novel's Roman mythology connections...will have great appeal for fans of Rick Riordan. Heavily plot-driven with a movie-script feel." -- BooklistPraise for Mark of the Thief:* "The fast-paced, ingenious plot, charismatic hero and highly diverse cast of characters... make this series opener a captivating joy ride." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review"Vivid... [with] page-turning twists." -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for The False Prince:A New York Times Notable Children's BookA USA Today Best Book of the YearA Chicago Public Library "Best of the Best" Children's BookA Cybils Award Winner"A page-turner." -- The New York Times Book Review"Sage proves to be a compelling character whose sharp mind and shrewd self-possession will make readers eager to follow him into a sequel." -- The Wall Street Journal"A swashbuckling origin story... chock-full of alluring details for adventure-loving boys." -- Los Angeles Times* "An impressive, promising story." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review"A fast-paced and thrilling read with twists and turns that never let up." -- School Library Journal"Gripping." -- Kirkus Reviews"Should appeal to fans of . . . Suzanne Collins. . . . A sure-fire mix of adventure, mystery, and suspense." -- The Horn BookJennifer A. Nielsen is the acclaimed author of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Ascendance Trilogy: The False Prince, The Runaway King, and The Shadow Throne. She also wrote the Mark of the Thief trilogy: Mark of the Thief, Rise of the Wolf, and Wrath of the Storm; the standalone fantasy The Scourge; the historical thriller A Night Divided; and Book Six of the Infinity Ring series, Behind Enemy Lines. Jennifer lives in northern Utah with her husband, their three children, and a perpetually muddy dog.; Title: Rise of the Wolf (Mark of the Thief #2) | [
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22,526 | 6 | Fashionably Me is a prompted journal for girls that makes self-expression nearly irresistible, even for reluctant writers (and reluctant doodlers too). That's because it's a theme so near and dear to most tweens' hearts: fashion. From tiaras to tennis shoes, topics include Favorite (and Un-favorite) Fads, Ideal Fashion Eras, Stylin' Slumber Party Attire, What You Wore and What You Did While Wearing It, and tons more. Real style doesn't come from a magazine, it comes from being...YOU.Fashionably Me is a prompted journal for girls that makes self-expression nearly irresistible, even for reluctant writers (and reluctant doodlers too). That's because it's a theme so near and dear to most tweens' hearts: fashion. From tiaras to tennis shoes, topics include Favorite (and Un-favorite) Fads, Ideal Fashion Eras, Stylin' Slumber Party Attire, What You Wore and What You Did While Wearing It, and tons more. Real style doesn't come from a magazine, it comes from being...YOU.; Title: Klutz Fashionably Me a Journal That's Just My Style Book Kit | [
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22,527 | 2 | Praise for Monkey Me series:"This series combines realistic fiction and science fiction in comic-style storytelling with traditional blocks of text. Filled with short chapters, these books will help young readers build confidence and reading stamina. This series also fills a niche for newly independent readers with advanced skills."-School Library Journal; Title: Monkey Me and the Pet Show: A Branches Book (Monkey Me #2) | [
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22,528 | 15 | Praise for OCEAN SUNLIGHT: HOW TINY PLANTS FEED THE SEAS:A BOOKLIST Editor's Choice & Top 10 Book for YouthA Cooperative Children's Book Center Choice TitleA Kirkus Best Children's Book Title* "This ambitious, beautifully illustrated book offers information seldom covered in science books for young children."--BOOKLIST, starred review* "Bang creates dimension and visual drama with her use of gold, blues, and black, forming an ethereal habitat for phytoplankton, jellyfish, and bioluminescent creatures."--PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, starred review* "An awe-inspiring lesson in photosynthesis goes under the sea. . . . Readers will want to visit more than once to capture both the science and the abundant sense of celebration here."--KIRKUS REVIEWS, starred reviewPraise for LIVING SUNLIGHT: HOW PLANTS BRING THE EARTH TO LIFE:* "If a good picture book does what it sets out to do, a great one sets out to do something huge and succeeds. . . . An outstanding book to read and absorb."--BOOKLIST, starred review - "Chisholm, a professor of ecology, expands on the theme [photosynthesis], while the intense greens of Bang's gouaches bring it vibrantly to life."--THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW- "LIVING SUNLIGHT is less a tutorial on photosynthesis than a magnificent celebration of life."--NATURAL HISTORYPraise for MY LIGHT:* "A lovely and illuminating book that presents sound science while expressing the wonder of flipping a switch and flooding a room with light."--BOOKLIST, starred review- "Bang's imagery and word choice provide a vivid text for her readers. And then there are the illustrations: phenomenal only begins to explain Bang's choices in her use of color and composition. . . . This is a picture book that should be found in all libraries."--CHILDREN'S LITERATURE*"Combining an amiable voice with unusual breadth of vision, depth of knowledge, and subtlety of presentation, this is a masterful book in a highly original science series"- Booklist, starred review*"The sun gets stern as it turns to modern-day fossil fuel consumption, explaining human contributions to global warming: “Will you humans keep burning more and more fossil fuels…or will you work together?” Extensive end notes provide a deeper explanation of the science of climate change"- THE HORN BOOK MAGAZINE, starred reviewMolly Bang has written and illustrated more than twenty books for young readers, including WHEN SOPHIE GETS ANGRY--REALLY, REALLY ANGRY...; TEN, NINE, EIGHT; and THE GREY LADY AND THE STRAWBERRY SNATCHER, each of which were Caldecott Honor books. Bang divides her time between Falmouth, Massachusetts, and Northern California.Penny Chisholm has been a professor at M.I.T., where she has been teaching Ecology for more than thirty-five years. Her long list of prestigious awards includes the National Medal of Science, awarded at the White House in 2013.; Title: Buried Sunlight: How Fossil Fuels Have Changed the Earth | [
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22,529 | 0 | Gr 69A fantastical alternate history set in ancient Rome. Nicolas Calva and his sister are slaves in the mines outside of Rome. When Nic is forced to retrieve treasure from Julius Caesar's cave, he assumes he is going to his death. But inside the cave he finds a bulla, a magical amulet thought to have given Caesar great power, and takes it for himself. Suddenly, Nic is the most wanted fugitive in Rome. The emperor and a powerful general are after the amulet and they will kill Nic to get it. His only help is Aurelia, a plebian girl who is searching for her own family. With no one to trust and nowhere to hide, the protagonist must decide how he is going to save his sister and get out with his life. He doesn't want the bulla or the responsibility of the magic it contains, but if the magical object gets into the wrong hands, Rome will be at war and Nic will be at the center of it all. Fans of Nielsen's "Ascendance" trilogy (Scholastic) will be clamoring for this new series. This genre mash-up of history, fantasy, and action/adventure is fast-paced and explores themes such as class struggles, familial ties, and the immorality of slavery. Readers will have lots to digest as they quickly flip through the pages to see how Nic will escape his enemies to become a free man.Kimberly Garnick Giarratano, Rockaway Township Public Library, NJ; Title: Mark of the Thief (Mark of the Thief #1) | [
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22,530 | 0 | Join human boy Buzz and the insectile Fly Guy as they take a field trip to the space museum and learn about the universe. From meteors to space suits, Arnold supplies a simple and concise overview of outer space as well as some of the important people (and flies!) who have gone there. Astonishing NASA photos mix with Arnolds playful cartoon illustrationsBuzz and Fly Guys enthusiasm is contagiousmaking this an eye-catching lesson on space that aspiring astronauts or astronomers will not want to miss. A nice balance between illustration and written content is maintained throughout, with text limited to labels and two to three sentences per page. New concepts and vocabulary are accompanied by phonetic spellings to help young readers with their pronunciation. The Fly Guy Presents series will appeal to fans of National Geographic Readers, and many fans of the original Fly Guy books will happily follow Arnolds beloved characters into the realm of nonfiction and, indeed, straight out of this world. Preschool-Grade 1. --Julia Smith; Title: Fly Guy Presents: Space (Scholastic Reader, Level 2) | [
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22,531 | 2 | Gr 7 UpA divisive wall exists between the upstairs and downstairs quarters of the English Manor where Lady Charlotte Edmonds, 16, and kitchen servant Janie Seward reside. Charlotte yearns for an adventure beyond the stringent structure of upper-crust society, while her new friend Janie seems content to remain a cook. Neither suspects the secrets that lurk within the manor when Charlotte's mysterious Aunt Beatrice comes to visit. Reminiscent of the British television series Upstairs Downstairs, the plot starts at a leisurely pace, providing a detailed portrait of the daily mechanisms of 19th-century manor life and how both classes coexist. Longshore captures the tension expressed by Charlotte and Janie in their efforts to cope with limitations and unfulfilled dreams. She compares the harsh, never-ending workday of one paired with the other's tediously predictable station in life. The novel's dominant theme emerges midway through when hidden truths appear beneath masklike facades. Andrew Broadhurst, Charlotte's intended, is not as dull as he first seems, nor is Lawrence, the footman, truly worth Charlotte's lifelong devotion. Despite a predictably happy ending, the message is clear: people are far more complex than they appear on the surface, no matter their class or station in life. This is a light historical romance.Etta Anton, Yeshiva of Central Queens, NYWith the Lady Sybil look-alike on the cover, along with the catch phrase Upstairs. Downstairs. Drama, we know where this is going. Here the heroine is Lady Charlotte, whose mother has her eye on Lord Andrew as a potential husband. But Charlotte finds him boring, unlike Lawrence, the handsome footman. Meanwhile, in the kitchen, Janie is happy with her job cooking, but she too, like Charlotte, wants a life with more freedom and opportunities for change. Is there a connection between the girls? You bet. There will be romance and surprises, yes, and while some of the twists seem obvious, there are some readers wont see coming. (Though one wonders how one secret in particular was kept so long in such a chatty household.) Longshore does a more than respectable job with a genre thats become familiar with the success of Downton Abbey. The plot skips along, and even when things are at their most soap-operaish, this makes for a fun look back in time. Grades 9-11. --Ilene Cooper; Title: Manor of Secrets | [
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22,532 | 15 | ATTENTION, NEW RECRUITS . . . Your mission: Begin Basic Training to become a Future Mars Explorer. That may sound like science fiction, but look whos talking: planetary scientist Pascal Lee, chairman of the Mars Institute and director of the NASA Haughton-Mars Project. Referencing a plan to send humans to Mars around 2035, Pascal introduces future astronauts to the planet Mars, their training in Mars-like environments on Earth, their spacecraft, the voyage, the moons, the Mars landing, their equipment (spacesuit, habitat, ATV, and rover), and the possibility of terraforming the planet. The concise, informative text is tightly interwoven with excellent color photos, space images, and well-captioned diagrams of equipment. Every few pages, Pascal addresses readers directly in a boxed Message from your training director feature, challenging them to envision the practical steps that could someday lead them to Mars. Attractive and affordable, this large-format paperback offers facts, insights, and adventurous dreams for armchair space travelers. Grades 3-6. --Carolyn PhelanPraise for Mission: Mars"Pascal Lee is a true pioneer of Mars exploration. This book makes me want to put on a spacesuit and go to Mars!" -Buzz Aldrin, Apollo 11 Astronaut and author of Mission To Mars; Title: Mission: Mars | [
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22,533 | 0 | Suzanne Weyn has written many books for young adults, including DR. FRANKENSTEIN'S DAUGHTERS, DISTANT WAVES, REINCARNATION, EMPTY, and INVISIBLE WORLD. She lives in New York, and you can find her at www.suzanneweynbooks.com.; Title: The Haunted Museum #2: The Phantom Music Box: (a Hauntings novel) | [
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22,534 | 22 | Gr 14Part canine, part human, Dog Man is a crime-fighting sensation. He fights crime, sniffs out wrongdoing, and battles his doglike tendencies. His nemesis is Petey, a cat who cooks up devilish plans in his secret lab. The pages are filled with bold lines and colorful artwork that has a childlike feel and will delight readers. In an author's note, Pilkey explains that Dog Man is based on a character he created back in second grade, when he longed for silly books, and states that he hopes his title will help children associate reading with fun and even inspire some to craft their own stories. The text contains intentional grammatical errors, so readers should be prepared for misspellings. Panels that feature instructions on how to draw will motivate budding artists. VERDICT A riotously funny and original addition for all elementary school collections.Lisa Gieskes, Richland County Public Library, Columbia, SC; Title: Dog Man: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #1) | [
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22,535 | 2 | K-Gr 3In this rhyming story, Clarkson cleverly mixes and matches fairy-tale princesses into one another's tales, then reblends for truly happy endings. Fed up with housework, Snow White ditches the dwarves for Rapunzel's peaceful tower. Rapunzel is delighted to take over ball festivities for an exhausted Cinderella. Cinderella gladly curls up in Sleeping Beauty's cozy bed so the latter can find purpose socializing with the dwarves. Each girl finds a flaw in the new position, so she returns home after negotiating improvements. The dwarves help with chores, and Cinderella goes to college. Barrager's digital cartoons are wide-eyed and flat, colorful and funny. Fairy-tale fans will savor this practical take on familiar stories.Gay Lynn Van Vleck, Henrico County Library, Glen Allen, VA; Title: Sleeping Cinderella and Other Princess Mix-ups | [
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22,536 | 0 | Cocoa is cooking up trouble! Take one family's chocolate shop, add a dash of competition with the fancy new store on the block, stir in a candy-crazy Labrador named Cocoa...and you've got a recipe for disaster! If Mason and Hannah can win first prize at the annual Chocolate Expo, they may be able to save their parents' shop. But Cocoa can't control himself in the kitchen. And one more mess means they'll have to say goodbye to their pup for good!Eric Luper has written books for kids of all ages, including the YA novel Seth Baumgartner's Love Manifesto. He loves excitement and is always looking for his next adventure. Eric has fibbed his way into a tour of the ultra-secret PEZ headquarters, rebuilt a castle in France, explored the tunnels under Paris and Istanbul, escaped hungry crocodiles in Costa Rica, and rafted down the Colorado River. He lives with his family in Albany, New York.; Title: The Chocolate Lab (The Chocolate Lab #1) | [
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22,537 | 6 | Knitting takes the novice crafter from step zero (how to hold the needles and yarn) to look-what-I-made finished projects. Unlike other how-to-knit books, the directions here are clearly explained in plain language with no confusing abbreviations, diagrams, or codes. The projects-a long skinny scarf, a cozy hat, a sunglass case, a cell phone holder, and more-are all teen-tested and a far cry from your grandmother's afghan. Altogether, it's everything anybody needs to start knitting now.; Title: Klutz Knitting Book Kit | [
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22,538 | 1 | PreS-Gr 3The team behind The Gruffalo (Dial, 2005) returns with a slightly slimy superhero who will (literally) worm his way into your heart. It's Superworm! He rescues toads and beetles from peril and young bees from boredom. The insects clap and cheer for their very own invertebrate champion, inciting the ire of the Wizard Lizard and his henchman crow, who kidnap Superworm for their own sinister devices. The toads, slugs, earwigs, and other bugs band together to rescue the hero, with a cunning plan to wrap the villain in honey and spiderwebs and relegate him to the rubbish heap (the slugs help by eating the wizard's flower wand). All is right with the world as Superworm returns to act as swing, slide, and hula hoop for his adoring fans. The illustrations are charming and detailed (look for a gruffalo in the garbage dump), with earwigs and beetles managing to look entomologically accurate as well as cute and cuddly. The story line and rhyme are not as engaging as in Room on the Broom (Dial, 2001), but young insect lovers and fans of Doreen Cronin's Diary of a Worm (HarperCollins, 2003) and other buggy tales will be thoroughly entertained.Martha Link Yesowitch, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, NCSuperworm is a popular member of his community. With his long, supple body, he can entertain by serving as a jump rope, a hula hoop, or a slide, while also being helpful by fishing fallen insects out of a well and becoming a lasso to save a baby toad from an impending bicycle accident. When the Wizard Lizard captures our hero in order to cast a spell and make him do the lizards bidding, Superworms many friends, including grasshoppers, snails, and honeybees, have to hatch a plan to save their buddy. Told in well-scanning, rhyming couplets, this tale of friends helping friends is a joy to read aloud and will be welcomed by children in group or one-on-one sharing. Saturated, boldly colored cartoon illustrations reveal googly-eyed insects who live together in harmony, once they rid themselves of a pesky lizard. Read this along with Crichtor (1958) by Tomi Ungerer for a storytime about long, lithe, and helpful characters.Read this title along with Crichtor for a storytime about helpful reptiles Preschool-Kindergarten. --Maryann Owen; Title: Superworm | [
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22,539 | 1 | PreS-Gr 2In this follow-up to Silly Doggy (Orchard, 2011), Lily's mom gives her skeptical daughter a fluffy little kitten instead of a long-hoped-for pooch. The child admonishes her new pet to behave and not make a mess, but each time she leaves kitty alone, she discovers chaotic mayhem upon her return. What Lily doesn't know but readers can clearly see is that the havoc is being wreaked by a huge tiger that hides whenever Lily comes near (the endpapers alert them to his escape from the zoo). The commotion appears to abate when the tiger follows a neighbor's dog, sporting a tiger-striped sweater. The book ends with a promise of more misadventures as a zoofull of animals cavorts, unbeknownst to Lily, in her backyard. The cartoon watercolor-and-ink illustrations use a combination of spreads and small vignettes to capture both the disasters caused by the tiger and the tenderness of Lily's acceptance of her kitten. Children will enjoy the jokes and spotting the tiger lurking, while adults will appreciate the goofy endpaper news items that reveal more about the story beyond its ending.Marge Loch-Wouters, La Crosse Public Library, WIOh, the injustice! Poor Kitty is minding his own business, being a good boy, when an escaped tiger comes to the house and makes a terrible mess. Kittys owner, Lily, originally wanted a dog, but she is happy with her adorable and seemingly no-fuss cat. So she is not at all amused by the work her naughty kitty is creating for her. But readers will be much amused as the story plays out like a scene from a British pantomime. The signs are everywhere for Lily to see the truth; the escaped tiger is headline news in the paper lying on the kitchen table, as well as on the television. Not to mention the poorly camouflaged tiger, which Lily would see if she simply turned around and looked behind her. This companion to Silly Doggy! (2012) continues the idea of mistaken identity. Kittys passivity in the face of blame is as amusing as the havoc the tiger is wreaking in his name. A punch line of an ending indicates that Kitty might yet have some explaining to do. --Kara Dean; Title: Naughty Kitty! | [
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22,540 | 2 | Gr 36Caitlin, Hannah, Mia, and Libby meet at summer camp and become BFFs. They buy a charm bracelet together, vowing to take turns with it, hoping that it will bring good luck to the girl wearing it. Caitlin struggles at a new school while her family deals with money issues. Budding photographer Mia faces down the gossip mill at her school when a famous actress notices her work. With a nod to Ann Brashares's "Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" books (Delacorte), this series for the tween set features protagonists from diverse backgrounds.Praise for CHARMED LIFE: Caitlin's Lucky Charm: "With a nod to Ann Brashares' "Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" books (Delacorte), this series for the tween set features protagonists from diverse backgrounds." -School Library Journal; Title: Charmed Life #1: Caitlin's Lucky Charm | [
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22,541 | 15 | What has always drawn so many middle-graders to Ripleys? The grotesque, weird, exaggerated, and just plain fascinating, of course. This 2014 edition will not disappoint. From the 3-D holographic cover that pictures Liu Fei with cauliflower snakes in his nose and mouth to the UK artist who uses meat in his paintings, amazing feats and quirks from around the world hold readers rapt, slack-jawed attention. Pick your poison: the kitten who came out an exhaust pipe, the mystery marbles that fell from the England sky, the bus inside of which you can ride your biketheyre all here. Six chapters categorized by broad topics bring order to the book, with each one broken down into two-page spreads that focus on narrower aspects of the subject. Throughout the book, colorful, busy pages mix text boxes, photographs, and drawings to capture and affix readers to the pages. Grades 4-8. --J. B. Petty; Title: Ripley's Special Edition 2014 (Ripley's Believe It Or Not Special Edition) | [
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22,542 | 13 | SUZANNE COLLINS is the author of the groundbreaking Hunger Games trilogy for young adults: The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and Mockingjay. She is also the author of an upcoming picture book, Year of the Jungle, and the New York Times bestselling Underland Chronicles series for middle grade readers, which started with Gregor the Overlander. Suzanne lives with her family in Connecticut. You can find her online at suzannecollinsbooks.com.; Title: Catching Fire: The Official Illustrated Movie Companion (The Hunger Games) | [
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22,543 | 2 | Gr 25Bird and Squirrel crash-land at the South Pole, where they meet a spear-wielding penguin named Sakari, who believes Bird to be the Chosen One. Legend has spoken of a flying bird who will bring peace and prosperity to their penguin village, currently under threat by the Great Whale. Despite Squirrel's insistent pragmatism, Bird plays into the villagers' newfound hope and relishes in the attention of being a savior to the people. When Squirrel discovers that the chief is actually planning on offering Bird to the Great Whale, he and Sakari devise a plan to save his best friend and, with any luck, the rest of the village. Burks's follow-up to Bird & Squirrel on the Run (Scholastic, 2012) wastes no time in dropping readers into the central conflict. The tension of Bird's impending consequences is balanced well with the humor of a blissfully ignorant defender and the bewildered, jittery friend. The dialogue is minimal, and much of the scenes are communicated through the characters' facial expressions and gestures. The contrast in colors of the different kinds of ice provides a great variety of settings. The panel work includes illustrations that bleed out from the frames, contributing to the action and pace of the narrative. The brightly colored, glossy images are absorbing to the eye and the characters' plotlines are intertwined, building suspense as well as ample opportunities to play characters off of one another. Consider this a first purchase for graphic novel collections.Matthew C. Winner, Ducketts Lane Elementary School, Elkridge, MD; Title: Bird & Squirrel On Ice (Bird & Squirrel #2) | [
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22,544 | 2 | Bernadette Rossetti-Shustak is a former newspaper editor and journalist. Currently she is an administrator at a private day school. She and her husband, Mike, have two grown children. They live with their three cats, in upstate New York.Caroline Jayne Church is a bestselling author and illustrator. Some of her bestselling titles include I Love You Through and Through by Bernadette Rossetti-Shustak, How Do I Love You? by Marion Dane Bauer, You Are My Sunshine by Jimmie Davis, and Ten Tiny Toes. She lives in Surrey, England, but you can visit her at carolinejaynechurch.com.; Title: I Love You Through and Through / Te quiero, yo te quiero (Bilingual) (Caroline Jayne Church) (Spanish and English Edition) | [
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22,545 | 2 | Gr 5 UpViolet's family lives among the Roids, the boondocks of the galaxy, where her father collects the whale droppings that fuel society. It's a dangerous job, for these massive space mammals eat anything stationary. During a bout of whale diarrhea (the equivalent of an oil spill), Violet's father goes missing. However, this capable young lady isn't about to sit still. With teamwork, she and her diverse group of alien friends learn they can pass impassible obstacles, save baby whales, and survive the harsh realities of space. This volume is a cornucopia of wacky aliens, cool ships, and space junk. Every panel is crammed full of minutely detailed line art and colored to match the status of the place (the elitist space-station Shell-Tarr has bright hues, while "outer space" has all the rusty and grimy shades of a junkyard). For this whirlwind adventure, Thompson uses dynamic layouts, opens up smaller spaces with cross-sections, and even mimics the action with some panels. While the work scrutinizes the energy crisis that humanity has yet to avert, it mostly focuses on the themes of family, friendship, and cooperation. VERDICT With its fully realized artistic vision, oddball humor, and fantastic story, Space Dumplins will appeal to those who loved, but have outgrown, Zita the Space Girl (First Second, 2011) and Cleopatra in Space (Scholastic, 2014).Rachel Forbes, Oakville Public Library, Ontario, Canada; Title: Space Dumplins | [
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22,546 | 0 | Daisy Meadows has written over one hundred books for children. Her RAINBOW MAGIC series is a New York Times bestseller!; Title: The Sugar & Spice Fairies #6: Layla the Cotton Candy Fairy | [
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22,547 | 0 | Do you know the size of the smallest frog or which tadpoles are the noisiest? Part of the Discover More Reader series, this provides answers to many questions about frogs. The book begins with basic information and moves quickly through body parts, mobility, food, life span, and safety. Vibrant photographs accompany and enhance the text. Clever use of the page allows for multiple types of information (text, comparisons, sequence illustrations, and maps). The book concludes with endangered frogs and a list of 10 record-breaking frogs. A table of contents, a glossary, and an index are welcome additions to a first-rate beginning reader. Grades K-2. --Martha Edmundson; Title: Scholastic Discover More Reader Level 2: Fantastic Frogs | [
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22,548 | 0 | Like Spiders (2012) and Butterflies (2011), previous entries in Bishops beginning reader series, this book offers some basic facts about a group of animals while introducing a few of the more interesting members along the way. Each double-page spread features one or two startlingly clear, beautifully lit, and sometimes dramatic photos. The short, large-type text gives a sense of what lizards have in common as well as how different they can be. Like others in the series, this volume is confusingly similar in subject and title to an earlier book written and illustrated for somewhat older children, Nic Bishop Lizards (2010). While nearly all of these exceptional photos appeared in the earlier book, the text here is shorter and more simply written. Well designed for its target audience of beginning readers, this volume also serves as an inviting informational book for reading aloud to younger children. Preschool-Grade 2. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Lizards (Scholastic Reader, Level 2: Nic Bishop #3) | [
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22,549 | 0 | Daisy Meadows has written over one hundred books for children. Her RAINBOW MAGIC series is a New York Times bestseller!; Title: The Sugar & Spice Fairies #3: Coco the Cupcake Fairy | [
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22,551 | 7 | Praise for the UFiles series "Will hook readers from page one and won't let up until the dramatic conclusion. D'Lacey manages to make the implausible seem possible." -- "School Library Journal"A lively and enjoyable read." -- "Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books""A quest laden with suspense and action.... will leave readers wanting more." "Booklist" Praise for the Last Dragon Chronicles "Chris d'Lacey's writing is sometimes exciting and sometimes silly. But that seems in keeping with the worlds he created -- one that seems almost real and one that is beyond imagination." -- "The Washington Post""An entertaining adventure." -- "Kirkus Reviews""D'Lacey's characters are realistic and engaging. . . . A page-turner." -- "The Horn Book"Praise for the UFiles series: "Will hook readers from page one and won't let up until the dramatic conclusion. D'Lacey manages to make the implausible seem possible." -- "School Library Journal" "A lively and enjoyable read."" -- "Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"" "A quest laden with suspense and action.... will leave readers wanting more." ""-- Booklist""Praise for the Last Dragon Chronicles" " "Chris d'Lacey's writing is sometimes exciting and sometimes silly. But that seems in keeping with the worlds he created -- one that seems almost real and one that is beyond imagination."" -- "The Washington Post"" "An entertaining adventure."" -- "Kirkus Reviews"" "D'Lacey's characters are realistic and engaging. . . . A page-turner."" -- "The Horn Book""Praise for the UFiles series: "Will hook readers from page one and won't let up until the dramatic conclusion. D'Lacey manages to make the implausible seem possible." -- School Library Journal "A lively and enjoyable read." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "A quest laden with suspense and action.... will leave readers wanting more." -- BooklistPraise for the Last Dragon Chronicles "Chris d'Lacey's writing is sometimes exciting and sometimes silly. But that seems in keeping with the worlds he created -- one that seems almost real and one that is beyond imagination." -- The Washington Post "An entertaining adventure." -- Kirkus Reviews "D'Lacey's characters are realistic and engaging. . . . A page-turner." -- The Horn BookPraise for the UFiles series: "Will hook readers from page one and won't let up until the dramatic conclusion. D'Lacey manages to make the implausible seem possible." -- School Library Journal "A lively and enjoyable read." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "A quest laden with suspense and action.... will leave readers wanting more." -- BooklistPraise for the Last Dragon Chronicles "Chris d'Lacey's writing is sometimes exciting and sometimes silly. But that seems in keeping with the worlds he created -- one that seems almost real and one that is beyond imagination." -- The Washington Post "An entertaining adventure." -- Kirkus Reviews "D'Lacey's characters are realistic and engaging. . . . A page-turner." -- The Horn Book; Title: A Crown of Dragons (Unicorne Files) | [
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22,552 | 21 | Amar'e Stoudemire, Captain of the New York Knicks and a six-time NBA All-Star, is a well-respected professional basketball player who has left his mark on the game and the community through his award winning outreach. He is focused on creatively inspiring youth to avoid poverty through education. He is the father of three children.; Title: STAT #4: Schooled (STAT: Standing Tall and Talented) | [
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22,553 | 0 | K-Gr 2"The House That Jack Built" gets a remodel when monsters, including a vampire, a ghost, a mummy, a witch, a black cat, a black widow spider, bats, and Frankenstein, move in. Although reminiscent of the source material, this has a definite Halloween bent. The mummy raises a wall. The werewolf puts in a door. The skeleton nails down the floor. The witch is cooking her "brew." The zombie screams, and the ghost shouts "boo!" This causes the bats to fly about. Of course, all of this action is in rhyme. The characters in the brightly colored illustrations possess varying degrees of scariness, though the spider's markings are more artistically drawn than those that would be found in a field guide. The spread showing the ghost shouting "boo!" is especially effective in its creepiness. VERDICT A great choice for a primary grade Halloween storytime.Elaine Lesh Morgan, formerly at Multnomah County Library, Portland, OR; Title: This Is the House That Monsters Built | [
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22,554 | 2 | Gr 46Twelve-year-old Peter just wants his home to be the way it was beforebefore his mother stopped talking, before she started sitting on the couch staring at the TV, and before his older brother died in a car accident. Peter's father is a strict Chinese immigrant who stresses homework, emphasizes respect for authority, and forbids baseball. Peter's mother and siblings loved the sport before his brother died; now baseball is no longer played or even talked about in the family. Peter becomes convinced that the way to get his mother back is to join Little League and play baseball again. He persuades his father to allow him to play, but during tryouts so many children show up that another coach is needed and Peter's father volunteers. This stressful dynamic shows Peter a different side of his father, a man who is mourning his son, loves his family, knows a lot about baseball, and believes in fairness. Peter is a fully realized character, but the rest of his family and most of the players on his team fall flat. VERDICT Though the plot occasionally gets bogged down with too many side stories, this heartwarming story is still a worthy purchase.Lisa Nabel, Dayton Metro Library, OH; Title: The Way Home Looks Now | [
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22,555 | 1 | PreS-Gr 2Glamourpuss lives in the lap of luxury with doting "gazillionaires," Mr. and Mrs. Highhorsen. The regal white cat eats from a golden goblet at the dinner table and perches atop her pedestal on a tasseled pillow. A glimpse into her private chambers reveals a litter box embellished with gilt and draperies. This lifestyle can go to a girl's head, and this feline has a big one: "instead of saying 'me-ow' like an ordinary cat, she shortened it to just'Me!'" Glamourpuss has mastered "haughty disdain" and the regal staircase descent. So when Bluebelle (a tacky, high-strung Chihuahua from Houston) comes for an extended visit, there is trouble in paradise. A joy to read aloud, this book features sophisticated language and plenty of space for the artist's visual antics. A master of the page turn, Small provides hilarious scenes of ostentatious settings and preening, as well as moving moments of self-doubt. Collage elements are introduced into his ink, watercolor, and pastel compositions to great comic effect; strategically placed mid-century fonts underscore the sweet message. People are viewed from the neck down, which mirrors an actual cat's perspective. While the dog's frenetic impersonations of Carmen Miranda and Scarlett O'Hara steal the show for a time, both characters face a crisis of character in this competitive environment and ultimately find a new way to relate to each otheras student and tutor. A blissful embrace will warm readers' hearts at the conclusion of this smart and funny tale.Wendy Lukehart, District of Columbia Public LibraryPraise for Sarah Weeks's PIE:* "Weeks deftly leavens moments of hilarity with the process of grieving in this sweet coming-of-age story in which Alice learns from Aunt Polly to follow her heart and to open it as well. Readers will close the book with a satisfied sigh and may seek out an adult to help them bake a pie." -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, starred review* "What do you get when you take some scrumptious pie recipes, stir in a mix-up of a mystery involving an overweight cat and a legacy, then add a sly satirical nod to the Newbery Medal? This irresistible confection. . . . Warm, delicious and filling." -- KIRKUS REVIEWS, starred review"The text richly describes the pie-making (and eating) process and includes multiple mouth-watering recipes for readers to try themselves. This would make a tasty readaloud for classrooms or families; stock up on pie ingredients first." -- BCCB"This enjoyable chapter book is a real charmer." -- BOOKLIST"Stimulates both sweet tooths and sweet nostalgia." -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY; Title: Glamourpuss | [
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22,556 | 15 | When young readers pick this up, they will feel as if they stumbled upon a scientists notebook. From the faux leather journal cover to the interior parchment-colored paper, and the page numbers printed atop grayed-out images of skulls, this excellent package has a distinctly vintage feel. The book first introduces bony skeletons (without bones, we would collapse into jelly on the floor!) and vertebrates before moving from animal to animal so that young readers can get the (literal) inside scoop on backbones. And despite the apparent differences in shape between, say, an Atlantic cod and a red kangaroo, this title makes the point that, when you come right down to it, skeletons are surprisingly similar between species. Each of the skeletons support a particular animals ability to function in the wild (seals have flexible backs that allow them to swim with ease). With labeled skeletons, photographs, additional facts paper-clipped onto the page, and a straightforward textall presented scrapbook-stylethis is an informative look at the bone structures of animal and human bodies. A diagram of bone names concludes. Grades 4-7. --Ann KelleyRob Colson; Title: Bone Collection: Animals | [
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22,557 | 2 | Gr 47The little town of Pine River has a lovely holiday traditionevery year an enormous Christmas tree mysteriously appears in the town center. Residents can place their deepest, most secret wishes on the branches, and somehow, every year, each wish comes true. But this might be the year that the wishes are too difficult or expensive or just plain impossible. Lucy's guide dog needs an operation that her out-of-work father can't afford. Unhappy new kid Joe wants to see his soldier mom. Prankster Max yearns for a new home for his family to replace the house that burned down in an electrical fire. And Cami just wants her grandmother to be proud of her, even if it means giving up the violin, which she really loves. As their wishes get fulfilled, the four middleschoolers come together to figure out who the mysterious GB (Great Benefactor) of the town is, and in the process learn something about themselves and one another. Yes, this feels like a Hallmark movie, but it is a satisfying read on many levelsmisunderstandings are resolved, lessons are learned, friendships evolve, and positive behavior is rewarded. Be sure to have a box of tissues handy.Mara Alpert, Los Angeles Public Library; Title: The Angel Tree | [
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22,558 | 2 | Lexi Torres is having a sad week. Her best friend is moving away, and now her favorite store, Toys Toys Toys, has closed. But the store that opens in its place, Powers Pets, has its own charms. Lexi has always wanted a dog, and her parents, scrupulous about the lawn and their family rules, have always said no. But when Lexi brings her parents into the pet store and fluffy puppy Luna shows off her special trick, sparkles fill the air and suddenly they say yes! Does Mr. Powers pet shop specialize in magical pets? Now the only thing bothering Lexi is her best friend Simons standoffish behavior prior to his move. Luna and her special trick have helped soften a few of her parents strict family rules; can she also heal the rift between these two best friends? The gentle, slightly magical tone of this first in a series is enhanced by Tos charming black-and-white spot illustrations. Perfect for fans of Ellen Miles Puppy Place series and Laurie Halse Andersons Vet Volunteers. Grades 2-5. --Paula WilleyKristin Earhart loves all things canine. Fluffy, spotted, small, large-- it doesn't matter! She lives and writes in Brooklyn, New York, with her husband and their son.; Title: Puppy Powers #1: A Wishbone Come True | [
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22,559 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1The dads at this construction site teach by example and encourage their youngsters to strive to do their best. For example, there's Excavator Big, who "helps little Vator dig./They go/ scoop,/scoop,/scoop." The patterned text continues in this vein, "Steamroller Brave/shows little Roller how to pave./They go roll,/roll,/ roll." Other father-and-son teams include Bulldozer and Dozy, Boom Truck and Boomer, Cement Mixer and Mixie, Dump Truck and Dumpy, Backhoe and Hoe-Hoe, Grader and Grady, Forklift and Forky. The action verbs and sound effects (crash, bang, boom!) abound as the adults demonstrate how to get jobs done and extol the virtues of being "strong," "steady," and "true-blue," in addition to being "brave" and "wise." The heavy-outlined cartoon artwork depicts the machines prominently profiled and personified on the page with a simply drawn eye in the passenger-side window or windshield (the only white space on most spreads). There is nothing out of the ordinary about the rhyme or the artwork, but the message of "Mighty Dads say,/'I'm proud of you!/ Tomorrow let's build/something new!'" is just the ticket for vehicle-obsessed youngsters who can't get enough of construction play.Luann Toth, School Library JournalThe author of Little Red Writing (2013) and Zero the Hero (2012) offers an ode to construction vehicles and their offspring. Using rhymed couplets and action verbs, 10 spreads introduce individual heavy machines and their functions: Excavator Big / helps little Vator dig. / They go / scoop, / scoop, / scoop. Dean, best known for the Pete the Cat books, depicts both large and small versions of vehicles doing their thing. Throughout, each is realistically portrayed, save for anthropomorphizing eyes. The colorful artwork also includes interesting details (motor oil, toolbox, construction cones) without becoming cluttered. Once everyone is introduced, the young ones join their dads at work, and at the end of the day, Mighty Dads say, / Im proud of you! / Tomorrow lets build / something new! This makes for a perfect choice for story hoursthe vivid verbs demand to be chanted and dramatizedand pairs nicely with Sherri Duskey Rinkers Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site (2011) or Kate Banks more realistic The Night Worker (2000). Preschool-Kindergarten. --Kay Weisman; Title: Mighty Dads | [
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22,560 | 1 | Gr 57Stuck in a hotel room with his parent and younger brother, Davey decides anywhere on the tropical island resort his parents brought him to is better than his room. He sets off to find a quiet place to read, until his family is up and moving. Deciding the lure of the water is too strong, he wades in too far and gets sucked out into the ocean by a riptide. Hoping for a rescue, Davey clings to a water cooler bottle to stay afloat, only to find himself in the company of sharks. The climax steadily builds as readers are pulled through the narrative via multiple points of view, including that of Davey; a tiger shark; and Brando, his adventurous younger brother. Overall, this story strikes a balance of suspense and action, all while interweaving intriguing facts about sharks. Of special interest for reluctant readers and fans of survival stories.Stephanie Charlefour, Wixom Public Library, MI; Title: Surrounded By Sharks | [
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22,561 | 4 | PreS-Gr 2Little Red, a scooter with a lightning bolt stripe and baseball cap, enjoys riding around his 'hood. He sets off to help Granny Putt Putt who is feeling a bit run-down, when he meets notorious monster truck, Tank, whose villainous antics send Little Red straight into a dangerous trap. In typical fairy tale fashion, Tank speeds to the house of Little Red's grandmother, swallows her whole, and sets the stage for the arrival of Little Red. With an aurora of foreboding, Little Red describes the formidable appearance of Granny's headlights, wheels, and grille, until Tank roars out his dastardly plan. "ALL THE BETTER TO EAT YOU WITH, SCOOTER BOY!" A high speed chase brings about a quick turn of events: Grandma flies out of Tank's hood, Tank is transformed into a dejected traffic robot, and Little Red announces his status as the "NEW King of the Road!" The use of vehicles as characters may rev up the readership, though dialogue occasionally feels forced. "Well, burn my rubber! That oil's too thin and those plugs won't spark!" The town of Vroomville, known as the City with Drive, is filled with bright characters. VERDICT Though Tank, the monster truck, is clearly the meanest vehicle in town, cheerful colors ensure there's more fun than fright in this twist on a traditional fairy tale.Meg Smith, Cumberland County Public Library, Fayetteville, NC; Title: Little Red's Riding 'Hood | [
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22,562 | 7 | Gr 47The second installment in the series, Alexander's Army picks up where A Dark Inheritance (Scholastic, 2014) left off. At the end of the first book, Michael is visiting the grave of his dead girlfriend Freyaor is she really dead? In the beginning of book two, Michael becomes convinced that Freya has returned from the dead as a crow and is following him around. His suspicions are confirmed when there is a bizarre attack by a murder of crows when he and his mother are at a local garden center. Michael, a rather unwilling agent for the clandestine organization Unicorne, is taxed with another mission. This time he must find out why there are comic books in a local store with Freya's image on the cover and no story inside. A set of collector cards from the school library book fair are the key to what creepiness is happening on the second floor of the comic book store. Michael visits the undersea craft that houses Unicorne and discovers Freya in a tank being converted from crow to girl. What he finds later in another tank stuns him and his sister Josie, who is pulled unwittingly into the plot. More clues about his missing father's whereabouts are revealed to Michael, but can he trust the source? Everyone seems to be lying to him, including Freya, returned to her girl form but still a member of the undead. Although action, mystery, bad guys, and scariness abound, this second book in the series seems disjointed. Readers may be confused by the long list of characters that appear and disappear as quickly as the incoming tides. Staunch fans of D'Lacey's "Last Dragon Chronicles" may be willing to sit through this book to find out if Michael ever finds his father, but chances are high they'll lose interest by the end. VERDICT Only purchase if the first book in the series has found loyal readers.Kathy Kirchoefer, Henderson County Public Library, NC; Title: UFiles #2: Alexander's Army | [
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22,563 | 2 | Gr 24There are so many reasons why Sylvie Scruggs doesn't like Georgie Diaz. He didn't invite her to his "welcome-Georgie-to-the neighborhood party," he makes fun of the way she pitches, and, worst of all, he's a boy. Now, Sylvie finds out that while she was away on her family's annual two-week vacation, Georgie stole her best friend, Miranda, right out from under her. Miranda and Sylvie have been best friends since they were babies. They had everything in common, and now Georgie is trying to come between them. Sylvie has to do something to keep Georgie from taking her place in Miranda's life. But will her plan work before Miranda's big birthday party? Eyre's laugh-out-loud debut novel captures the discovery of the opposite sex in a fun and realistic way, while Santoso's black-and-white artwork brings the personalities of the characters to life. Fans of Junie B. Jones will love the adventures of this heroine as they become engaged in this early chapter book.Annette Herbert, F. E. Smith Elementary School, Cortland, NYPraise for the Sylvie Scruggs series:"Pair this with Barbara Park's Junie B. Jones series or Sara Pennypacker's Clementine series." -- Booklist"Eyre's laugh-out-loud debut novel captures the discovery of the opposite sex in a fun and realistic way, while Santoso's black-and-white artwork brings the personalities of the characters to life. Fans of Junie B. Jones will love the adventures of this heroine as they become engaged in this early chapter book." -- School Library Journal"Eyre's entertaining debut will have readers looking forward to Sylvie's next adventure." -- Publishers Weekly"Boisterous, confident... Readers will appreciate watching Sylvie determinedly working toward her goals." -- Kirkus Reviews; Title: The Best Friend Battle (Sylvie Scruggs, Book 1) | [
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22,564 | 0 | Praise for Nic Bishop Snakes:* "Bishop's brilliantly photographed book will appeal both to snake fans and casual browsers." -- School Library Journal, starred review* "Bishop offers an excellent photographic guide to these reptiles." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review* "Bishop returns with his always-amazing photographs... It will take a while for readers to tear themselves away." -- Horn Book Magazine, starred review"Stunning photographs." -- BooklistSome snakes are more dangerous than others. Those that have venom, or poison, can kill their prey with just one bite!; Title: Snakes (Scholastic Reader, Level 2: Nic Bishop Reader #5) | [
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22,565 | 2 | Amar'e Stoudemire, Captain of the New York Knicks and a six-time NBA All-Star, is a well-respected professional basketball player who has left his mark on the game and the community through his award winning outreach. He is focused on creatively inspiring youth to avoid poverty through education. He is the father of three children.; Title: STAT #5: Most Valuable (STAT: Standing Tall and Talented) | [
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22,566 | 0 | Gr 36Octobia May has an untamed imagination. When she moves in with her Auntie Shuma, Octobia spends her days doing chores with her pretend servant friends, talking to the graves of the Before Girls at the nearby cemetery, and trying to unveil one of Auntie's boarders, Mr. Davenport, as the vampire he is. With the help of her friends, Jonah and Bessie, Octobia uncovers the dastardly deeds of Mr. Davenport, although the deeds have more to do with bank robbery and murder than with drinking blood. This story paints a realistic portrait of life for an African American girl in the 1950s, but the characterization and plot are marred by unclear writing. While the plot meanders, little information is offered about Octobia's (or any other character's) backstory, leaving readers ungrounded throughout the tale. Awkward quote attributions and murky action may have been meant to add to the mysterious nature of the plot, but fall short as one passage may take several examinations to comprehend. The way the adults, especially police officer O'Malley, in this story inexplicably flounder about with a cold-blooded murderer on the loose is unbelievable. Short chapters begin with a thick, black border, and a selected bibliography of relevant history ends the novel. While Octobia and other well-rounded characters were enjoyable and the overall plot was exciting, a less complicated writing style would have better highlighted the good this story offered.Brittany Staszak, Glencoe Public Library, IL; Title: Unstoppable Octobia May | [
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22,567 | 2 | When a plane carrying the cast of a teen adventure show, Team Jump, crashes in the Alaskan wilderness, they learn to work together in order to survive. Confronted with limited supplies and dropping temperatures, they have to decide whether to wait for rescue or strike out in search of help, and tensions build as their isolation and the harsh surroundings begin to take their toll. This is a book for thrill seekers who like real-world, believable adventures. In a nice tweak, survival tips kick off each section and are then applied in the following action. There is no central character, as the story is told by shifting voices among the survivors; consequently, the narrative offers a rounded perspective but little in the way of character development. However, the stranded-group scenario offers a change of pace from the typical lone-survivor tale. This is the first in the Stay Alive series; expect more no-nonsense adventures where survival is at stake. Grades 4-7. --Julia Smith; Title: Stay Alive #1: Crash | [
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22,568 | 11 | Gr 9 UpA groundbreaking Latina educator, TV personality, and award-winning children's book author shares a poignantly written memoir about growing up in the South Bronx. Manzano, known to many as Maria from Sesame Street, relates events from her youth with candor and childlike curiosity as she tries to find her place within her Puerto Rican family and the dominant white culture. Beginning with fragments from when she was a toddler and ending with her life-changing audition for Sesame Street, the book includes vignettes that offer glimpses of a singular coming of age that will resonate with many young people, regardless of socioeconomic background or culture. Moving from a cockroach-infested apartment to one riddled with rats was a common occurrence, and her father's violent outbursts continually threatened the safety of the family. Still, music, laughter, food, a network of cousins and friends, and a love of performance shone a light in Sonia's life, and glimmers of the beloved character she made iconic peek through the trials of an impoverished but warm upbringing. Phrases in Spanish and gritty details of urban life in 1960s New York City add authenticity to this work. Nuanced depictions of racism and sexism will be eye-opening for some readers and all-too-familiar for others. The author shows great restraint, never tinging memories with adult rationalizations or nostalgia, but infuses each episode with age-appropriate language and forthrightness. Lyrical passages, such as one about her first trip to Puerto Rico, are filled with vivid imagery, and the scenes touching upon her burgeoning sexual awakening ring true with sensitivity and subtlety. VERDICT As timeless as Esmeralda Santiago's When I Was a Puerto Rican (Vintage, 1994) and Jacqueline Woodson's Brown Girl Dreaming (Penguin, 2014), this memoir will strike a chord with teens and adults alike. [See the Q&A with Sonia Manzano on page 16.Ed.]Shelley Diaz, School Library JournalPraise for Becoming Maria: Love and Chaos in the South Bronx : * "In stark and heartbreaking contrast to her Sesame Street character, Manzano paints a poignant, startlingly honest picture of her youth." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review * "As timeless as Esmeralda Santiago’s When I Was a Puerto Rican and Jacqueline Woodson’s Brown Girl Dreaming, this memoir will strike a chord with teens and adults alike." -- School Library Journal, starred review Praise for The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano : * “This wry, moving debut novel does a great job of blending the personal and the political. . . while the family drama and revelations continue right up to the end.”-- Booklist, starred review * “Characters of surprising dimension round out the plot and add to the novel's cultural authenticity. . . A stunning debut.”-- Kirkus Reviews, starred review Celebrity Endorsements: “This novel is meant to be savored in delicious bites. I loved its snap and down-home-El Barrio-in-your-face-tell-it-like-it-is tone.” -- Oscar Hijuelos, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Mambo Kings Play Songs of Love “The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano should be placed on proud display with the literature that enriches our multicultural America. History will come alive for young readers who will identify with how a great historic moment can affect one girl and her family.” -- Julia Alvarez, Pura Belpré Award-winning author of Before We Were Free and How the García Girls Lost Their Accents “I love this book! It's smart, real, painfully funny, and filled with the wisdom of a writer who can get to the hearts and souls of her readers. Sonia Manzano, standing ovation! (Encore, please!)” -- John Leguizamo, Emmy Award winning actor-comedian. "An important story about activism, acceptance, and love.Sonia Manzano vividly portrays a neighborhood in turmoil, with embraceable characters who change history." -- Pam Muñoz Ryan, Pura Belpré Award-winning author of The Dreamer and Esperanza Rising “The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano underscores the struggle that triumphed in the lives of Latinos. Here is a book that creates indelible political awareness.” -- Nicholasa Mohr, National Book Award Finalist, author of El Bronx Remembered “Thank you, Sonia Manzano, for capturing important moments for Puerto Ricans, and for reminding us that history doesn't just happen, we live with it and with its consequences.” -- Esmeralda Santiago, Alex Award-winning author of Almost a Woman and When I was Puerto Rican  ; Title: Becoming Maria: Love and Chaos in the South Bronx | [
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22,569 | 2 | Gr 13In this entry of the eerie early chapter book series, Sam and Antonio are on the hunt for Lucy, who has mysteriously disappeared into her locker. The legible text, high-interest story line, and Ricks's generous and appropriately scary illustrations, make this title perfect for early elementary students looking for spine-tingling tales.; Title: The Locker Ate Lucy!: A Branches Book (Eerie Elementary #2) | [
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22,570 | 2 | Gr 610Tabitha Reddy has been unlucky in love as of late, but her belief in the power of prediction means that she's starting to see signs that things are looking up. Once she's assigned a probability project, she sees the perfect opportunity to use math as a means to predict her romantic future. The Boy Problem feels like several books at onceone about life as a seventh grader, one about a budding cupcake business, and another about a girl hunting for a boyfriend. The concept of a young teenager using a math instead of guesswork as a way to predict the future is an interesting one, but the convenient solutions to problems and lack of character development weaken the book as a whole. The stakes are raised as the story progresses and the plotline about the cupcake business is interesting, but it gets drowned out by the melodrama. The diary format and light material may appeal to struggling readers, but it is not a necessary purchase.Erinn Black Salge, Saint Peter's Prep, Jersey City, NJFull of asides about classmates and the kind of detailed gossip only 11 to 13-year-olds can truly follow, this giddy, giggly book reads like a diary and is aimed at tween girls who like their literature frothy. Tabbi, short for Tabitha, is a middle-school student looking for the right guy, a crush who will elevate her status and help her put aside the feeling that she is just a third wheel when she hangs out with her bestie Kara and Karas boyfriend, Chip. But how is she going to find the guy of her dreams? Tabbi is sure that everything, from the cheese that slid off her pizza and formed the shape of a male face (well, kind of) to a Magic 8 Ball, will predict her future. Stick-figure drawings, charts, and lists break up the text and give Tabbis story a Diary of a Wimpy Kid vibe. When a fund-raiser featuring cupcakes leads Tabbi to a happy ending, those who love romance will celebrate. Grades 4-8. --Karen Cruze; Title: The Boy Problem: Notes and Predictions of Tabitha Reddy | [
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22,572 | 7 | Gr 68"It was the day Mom took the coast road to school. The day I tried to save a suicidal husky. One day before I would begin to wonder if my father was still alive." So begins Michael Malone's journey and this first installment in the "UNICORNE Files." Michael's father disappeared three years ago without a trace. Lately, Michael's been experiencing lightheadedness and shortness of breath, which the doctors diagnose as asthma. Even more strangely, Michael begins to notice after these episodes is that his reality has changedhis sister, who never played the instrument before, is a violinist, and an au pair is suddenly part of the family but his mother and sister act as if she's always been there. Baffled, Michael soon meets Amadeus Klimt, the leading member of a covert organization called UNICORNE. Klimt tells Michael that his father may still be alive, but in order to find out for sure, Michael must agree to take on an assignment for the secret agency. This book will hook readers from page one and won't let up until the dramatic conclusion. D'Lacey manages to make the implausible seem possible. While many questions are left unanswered, they are likely to be answered in the next installment. Fans of action-packed adventure will devour this new series.Kathy Kirchoefer, Henderson County Public Library, NCWhen Michael discovers he can alter reality, he catches the attention of the secret society UNICORNE. Its representative, Mr. Klimt, claims to have information about the disappearance of Michaels father. He offers to share information in exchange for Michaels help, but Michael soon discovers a deadly secret lurking in his own town. From ghosts to mental powers to dragons to androids, best-selling author dLacey throws a lot of things into this first volume of the UFiles series. The plethora of ingredients means that no one element, including the characters, is explored in very much detail, but the story moves along quickly and keeps readers guessing. Though Michael spends much of this volume confused as he trips over one bizarre twist after another, and he and his sister occasionally seem too adult for their years, they are likable and readers will have no trouble rooting for them. Fans of dLaceys fantasy-heavy Last Dragon Chronicles series may be caught off guard by the sci-fi focus, but with tantalizing adventures yet to come, its likely they will stick around for future installments. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: DLacey has a built-in audience after his Last Dragon Chronicles series hit the New York Times best-seller list. Dont be surprised if they turn out for this series, too. Grades 5-8. --Snow Wildsmith; Title: A Dark Inheritance (UFiles #1) | [
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22,573 | 1 | PreS-Gr 2A daring duck gets the wild idea to ride an unattended bike down on the farm in Shannon's Duck on a Bike. At the very end of that now classic storytime title, the mischievous drake spies a tractor, thereby setting the stage for this delightful follow-up. Duck decides to drive the massive red vehicle into town, with his fellow barnyard pals piled comically on top. As they roll down the main road and past the local diner, the townsfolk exclaim in wonder, disbelief, and concern. Following the pattern of the first book, each character says one thing but thinks something else ("Deputy Bob blabbered, 'If that don't beat all!' But what he thought was, 'How am I gonna explain this to the sheriff?'"). Careful observers may notice some striking similarities between the human residents and the farm animals. The folksy dialogue and repetition make this ideal for reading aloud. It's Shannon's painterly and exuberant artwork, however, that steals the show. Characters' exaggerated facial expressions and body language will keep kids giggling, while dynamic compositions and changing points of view add to the pitch-perfect comedic timing. VERDICT An energetic, laugh-out-loud tale that's a worthy companion to Duck's first big adventure.Kiera Parrott, School Library Journal; Title: Duck on a Tractor | [
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22,574 | 7 | R.L. Stine has more than 350 million English language books in print, plus international editions in 32 languages, making him one of the most popular children's authors in history. Besides Goosebumps, R.L. Stine has written other series including Fear Street, Rotten School, Mostly Ghostly, The Nightmare Room, and Dangerous Girls. R.L. Stine lives in New York with his wife, Jane, and his King Charles spaniel, Minnie. www.RLStine.com.; Title: Trick or Trap (Goosebumps Most Wanted Special Edition #3) | [
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22,575 | 1 | PreS-Gr 2 Bizzy Mizz Lizzie comes by her name honestly; she is one busy bee. She gets good grades, takes dance, acting, art, and music lessons. She plays "Bee League" baseball and she is a member of the "Junior Honey Scouts." She wants to be her very best so she may meet the Queen Bee someday. Bees Lizzie's age are not as busy as she. Lizzie's mom is, however, very busy. When a spelling contest is announced, Lizzie exhausts herself studying. On the day of the contest, the Queen Bee, looking every bit a queen, is in the audience. Lizzie is very excited, but when it is Lizzie's turn to spell, she falls asleep and doesn't wake up for three days. Upon waking and learning what has happened, a disappointed and still tired Lizzie decides resting a bit more is a good idea. While lounging in a garden, she meets the Queen Bee, who is also lounging. The queen helps Lizzie understand being busy every moment is not always best. The bug-eyed characters in the illustrations are cleverly created with clothing that mimics the shape and texture of bumble bees and hair that gives each bee their own identity. The illustrations feel as frenetic as Mizz Lizzie's schedule, with generous use of black and yellow, but also reds and oranges. Spreads and textured backgrounds provide plenty of space for the fair amount of text it takes to share Lizzie's story. VERDICT This picture book has a timely message for a generation of families who may find themselves overscheduled. Mindy Hiatt, Salt Lake County Library Services; Title: Bizzy Mizz Lizzie | [
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22,576 | 2 | NORMAN BRIDWELL is the author and illustrator of numerous children's books, including the beloved Clifford series, which has over 126 million copies in print, in 13 languages! He lives in Edgartown, MA with his wife Norma. They have two children, son, Tim, and daughter, Emily Elizabeth.; Title: Cliffords Bedtime Story Box | [
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22,577 | 0 | K-Gr 2In this installment in the series, Hot Rod Hamster and his friends decide to rent ATVs and go on a dirty, muddy adventure. Along the way, they encounter an ATV stuck in the mud and help rescue the stuck vehicle. The illustrations are bright and engaging, with speech bubbles to help beginner readers distinguish dialogue from the flow of the story. The interactive question "Which would you choose?" appears on pages, allowing readers to decide which ATV, trail map, and tools to use to extract the stuck vehicle. Sentences are short and simple, and end in rhyming words to allowing new readers to anticipate what the next word might be. Hot Rod Hamster's dog expresses hesitance at the potential for a bumpy ride, but all the animals have fun and wear safety helmets offering a good example for readers. In the end, the passengers in the stuck ATV offer to share a picnic with their rescuers, who are now all covered in mud. VERDICT A funny and lighthearted read with a positive message about helping out and sharing.Kaitlin Connors, Virginia Beach Public Library; Title: Hot Rod Hamster and the Awesome ATV Adventure! (Scholastic Reader, Level 2 Reader) | [
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22,578 | 2 | Gr 46Roan Novachez is back for a second year at Jedi Academya typical middle school with a Star Wars twist. Students communicate via messages posted to holobook and endure disgusting cafeteria food served by the new Gamorrean chef, Gammy. Roan spends his days training to be a Jedi while navigating problematic situations with friends, embarrassing moments, bullies, and the worries of report cards. Classes are taught by Librarian Lackbar, Master Yoda, and other characters from the films. Yoda is an exception, but other familiar characters have slightly different names, like T-P30 and RW-22. The full-color cover is a bit misleading, since all graphics inside are rendered in black-and-white; however, the content makes up for any disappointment. This series of diary-format graphic novels is sure to be popular with elementary and middle-grade readers. Recommended for all public and school libraries.Gaye Hinchliff, King County Library System, WARoan Novachez has high hopes for his second year at Jedi Academy, since he finally gets to start his pilot training. Because his dad is a pilot, Roan feels confident that hell be great, but when he finally gets to class, he realizes he has a lot to learn. He also has a lot to learn about being a good friend: a few misunderstandings with his closest buddies lead to a lot of hurt feelings, and Roan falls in with the mean-kid crowd for a while. The contrasts between Roans journal entries and the panels depicting his days at school demonstrate Roans still-burgeoning sense of emotional maturity and make the growth of his self-awareness and confidence that much more gratifying. Roans comics for the school paper, as well as class schedules and cafeteria menus stuffed with Star Wars jokes, are delightful interludes. Best-selling Browns naive, sketchy black-and-white illustrations are the perfect match for this journal-style comics hybrid, sure to appeal to fans of Jeff Kinneys Wimpy Kid series. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: The runaway success of Browns Star Warsthemed graphic novels will likely keep growing, thanks to a sizable first printing. Grades 3-7. --Sarah Hunter; Title: Star Wars: Jedi Academy, Return of the Padawan (Book 2) | [
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22,579 | 7 | "Richmond presents a plausible world in which brave individuals risk much to restore democracy and remove dictators. This book should have some appeal to fans of Divergent and The Hunger Games." - VOYA; Title: The Only Thing to Fear | [
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22,580 | 2 | Gr 47Twelve-year-old Jax and her family live in the last house on a mountain road in a small town tucked into New York's Catskill Mountains. Higher up the slope sits an abandoned structure of unknown origins that local legend claims is haunted and has hidden rooms. One day, Jax finds a beautiful dog, without tags, sitting near her driveway. She brings him home to shelter him until his owners are found. Later that night, while looking out her window, Jax's gaze is drawn to a light coming from the mountaintop, and she realizes it's from the abandoned building. Jax, an experienced hiker, and the dog she's named Mo-Mo, head up the mountain to investigate. They find a Buddhist monk and his student, who have traveled from Tibet to reopen the monastery. So begins a mystery where the purpose of the building and its contents are revealed. The result is an "East meets West" adventure with the concepts of Buddhism entwined into prophesy, symbolism, a lost artifact, art thieves, and a protective dog. Jax is an intelligent, self-reliant girl, so the frequent anxieties of her overprotective mother come across as unnecessary and do not move the plot forward. A conversation toward the end of book concerning the impact of the Chinese takeover of Tibet feels awkward and hastily included. Still, middle grade readers with a penchant for mysteries and multicultural experiences will enjoy this.Sharon Lawler, Texas Bluebonnet Award Committee, San Antonio, TX; Title: Secret of the Mountain Dog | [
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22,581 | 7 | Gr 5 UpIn this third installment of the series, middle school student Roan Novachez is returning to the Jedi Academy for his final year of Padawan training. This year each student gets a Jedi mentor. Like his peers, Roan has to hone his Jedi skills, perform in a class talent show, and complete a Padawan Obstacle Challenge Trial and a Jedi Labyrinth Trial. Brown illustrates this story in the form of diary entries, which include newsletter snapshots, class schedules, report cards, notes, holomail, and holobook chat discussions. VERDICT Star Wars fans will enjoy this latest volume, especially when Roan challenges bully Cronah in a lightsaber duel. Recommended.Lisa Gieskes, Richland County Public Library, Columbia, SC; Title: The Phantom Bully (Star Wars: Jedi Academy #3) | [
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22,582 | 13 | Jeffrey 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: The Official Movie Handbook (LEGO: The LEGO Movie) | [
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22,583 | 17 | No matter ones opinion of the ethics of Walt Disney and the corporation he left behind, no one can deny that he was one of Americas greatest entrepreneurs. Following an imaginary autobiographical introduction, this title in the I Am series switches to third person as it launches into Disneys industrious life. Often misunderstood by his no-nonsense father, young Walt never succeeded academically, but he developed an early passion for drawing and cartooning. Despite numerous setbacks, including losing the rights to one of his first characters, he never gave up his dreams. This enjoyable bio provides many details about Disneys innovations in animation, television, and theme parks, as well as a few surprises, like his studios armed forcestraining films during WWII. A mix of archival photos and sketches add interest, even if a few photos, such as a picture of a farmhouse similar to Walts childhood home, seem like filler. An annotated list of people, Cool to Know facts, related places to visit, and other features further supports students research. Grades 3-5. --Angela Leeper; Title: I Am #11: Walt Disney | [
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22,584 | 13 | K-Gr 2Brownlee and McClelland are little girls, famous for covering pop songs in viral videos. Show Time with Sophia Grace and Rosie, which they wrote with the help of Willa Grace, is a story featuring the cousins in an elementary school setting. A talent show looms, and the girls drop hints about a performance they are planning. The tale culminates with their big surprise: the tiara-wearing pair have invited their classmates to share a bit of the spotlight and join them on stage (as backup singers, of course). McNicholas liberally supplies pink and frilly details that fit the Sophia Grace and Rosie brand. The lyrics of the final song the kids perform are a bland rip-off of Katy Perry's song "Roar," but fans of the bubbly, glittery cousins probably won't mind.Nora Clancy, Teachers College Community School, New York CityPraise for TEA TIME WITH SOPHIA GRACE AND ROSIE"For fans of Jane O'Connor's 'Fancy Nancy' series ... and those who can't get enough of all things girly, this book would be a great addition." --SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL"TEA TIME WITH SOPHIA GRACE AND ROSIE will appeal to fans of Pinkalicious and Fancy Nancy. The illustrations are well suited to the story and even in the sections where the girls' imaginations take over, the pictures follow the transformation of mundane to fairy magic, to imagined wonderland." --THE WASHINGTON TIMES; Title: Show Time With Sophia Grace and Rosie | [
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22,586 | 2 | K-2A merchant has brought a strange creature from India to a Persian village, and the locals are curious. The merchant puts off his neighbors because it is too dark in the barn and he wants to sleep. The villagers sneak in one at a time to figure out what is inside. Each one feels a different part of the animal, coming to a different conclusion about its identity. They are so busy squabbling among themselves that they miss seeing the elephant the next morning as the merchant leads it to the river. The villagers never see the wonder of the elephant because "they each knew only a small piece of the truth." This picture book is based on a poem by Rumi. Yelchin's illustrations are bright and colorful and filled with expressive faces. They take the story to an imaginative level. The story is told simply but with a meaningful impact. VERDICT Young readers and teachers who enjoy folktales with an entertaining moral will appreciate this story's message.Kris Hickey, Columbus Metropolitan Library, OHPraise for Elephant in the Dark : "An amusing retelling." -- Booklist "The book should provide opportunities for rich discussions about perception and about advocating for what you believe to be true." -- Horn BookPraise for The Secret Message by Mina Javaherbin (illustrated by Bruce Whatley) : "This handsome picture book's intriguing title will grab children, and they won't be disappointed with the twists in both story and message...Both the richly detailed scenes and story reversals will draw a young audience." -- Booklist "After the first suspenseful reading, children should clamor for repeats." -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for Goal! by Mina Javaherbin (illustrated by A.G. Ford) : "This heart-tugging picture book from a debut author tells a lyrical soccer story in the voice of a young boy in a South African shantytown." -- BooklistPraise for Breaking Stalin's Nose by Eugene Yelchin : A Newbery Honor Book * "This brief novel gets at the heart of a society that asks its citizens, even its children, to report on relatives and friends. Appropriately menacing illustrations by first-time novelist Yelchin add a sinister tone." --The Horn Book, starred review "Yelchin's graphite illustrations are an effective complement to his prose, which unfurls in Sasha's steady, first-person voice, and together they tell an important tale." -- Kirkus Reviews "Yelchin skillfully combines narrative with dramatic black-and-white illustrations to tell the story of life in the Soviet Union under Stalin." --School Library Journal; Title: Elephant in the Dark | [
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22,587 | 1 | PreS-Gr 2The chickens think the sky is falling, so they begin to do all sorts of dances. The other farm animals know that it's just an acorn falling out of a tree, but they join in the dancing, too. When the hungry fox that caused all the commotion (he hit the acorn with a slingshot) sees the others dancing, he accepts the chickens' dance challenge. Teague's squaking chickens are priceless, as is their line dancing, one claw raised and beaks wide open. Cats, rabbits, and squirrels look on in disbelief as the birds contine to do the moonwalk, mambo, and twist. This distraction saves their lives and proves to the other animals that chickens are smart after all. VERDICT A laugh-out-loud version of the classic tale.Tanya Boudreau, Cold Lake Public Library, AB, Canada; Title: The Sky is Falling! | [
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22,588 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1A fun and engaging easy reader. When pals Steve, an opossum, and Wessley, a rabbit, disagree about a mysterious object afloat in the pond, readers assume that Wessley is right and that it is just a stick. Steve is convinced it's a sea monster. It's only when the very rational rabbit convinces his friend that sea monsters live in the sea and not in a pond that they are able to agree and move on. Children will get a kick out of the surprise ending. Spare, easy-to-read text delivered exclusively through speech bubbles accompanies the cartoon illustrations that are sweet, engaging, and full of humor.Gloria Koster, West School, New Canaan, CT; Title: Scholastic Reader Level 1: The Sea Monster: A Steve and Wessley Reader | [
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22,589 | 13 | Gr 9 UpWhen a Hollywood movie production invades the sleepy town of Little, California, Carter Moon is one of the rare local girls who is not entranced by the movie's troubled teenage star, Adam Jakes. Distracted by her concern for her brother, who suffers from a gambling habit, Carter is content to avoid the mayhem and limit her interaction with the world of glitz and glamour to making sandwiches and drinks for the production company from the comfort of her parents' small caf. The protagonist also enjoys teaching a dance class at the local retirement home and stargazing with her two best friends. Her plans to maintain this simple lifestyle are disrupted by a pressing financial need to guarantee her brother's safety and recovery. Presented with a secret, lucrative deal to pose as Adam Jakes's wholesome, small-town girlfriend, Carter suddenly has a solution to her family's money issues. Unbeknownst to anyone other than her parents and Adam's manager, the teen follows the scripted three-week relationship but winds up learning that she may have more in common with Adam than she thought. While the development of a genuine relationship may be expected, readers will enjoy every minute of Carter and Adam's revelatory moments and conflicts. The narrator's struggles with decisions about leaving home and the next steps after high school will resonate with many teens. The resolution is realistically open-ended but also satisfies those thirsting for a fairy tale ending.Lynn Rashid, Marriotts Ridge High School, Marriottsville, MDCulbertson freshens up a well-worn setup in this surprisingly sensitive romance between a small-town girl who hates the spotlight and a Hollywood heartthrob in a downward spiral. Seventeen-year-old Carter loves her hometown of Little, California, and has no plans to leave, despite her promise as a dancer. She is happy working in her familys diner, teaching dance at the senior center, and looking out for her brother, whose gambling addiction has cost their family much. Unlike her starstruck friend Chloe, Carter is indifferent to the movie being filmed in Little and its ridiculously beautiful star, Adam Jakes, who is as famous for his bad-boy antics as his acting. Adam is interested in her, howeveror his manager is. He wants to hire Carter to pose as Adams girlfriend to help clean up his image, and with her brothers gambling debt looming, she accepts. Its not hard to imagine what happens next, but Culbertson excels at crafting sympathetic, believable characters and situations, eschewing reality-show-style drama in favor of a light touch and an emotionally satisfying resolution. Grades 8-11. --Krista Hutley; Title: Catch a Falling Star | [
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22,590 | 2 | Praise for the Sylvie Scruggs series: "Two words: Sylvie Scruggs. Two more words: LOVE HER! Eyre nails it with this new kid on the block. (And here's a challenge: I dare you not to laugh out loud)." -- Barbara O'Connor, author of How to Steal a Dog and The Fantastic Secret of Owen Jester "Pair this with Barbara Park's Junie B. Jones series or Sara Pennypacker's Clementine series." -- Booklist "Eyre's laugh-out-loud debut novel captures the discovery of the opposite sex in a fun and realistic way, while Santoso's black-and-white artwork brings the personalities of the characters to life. Fans of Junie B. Jones will love the adventures of this heroine as they become engaged in this early chapter book." -- School Library Journal "Eyre's entertaining debut will have readers looking forward to Sylvie's next adventure." -- Publishers Weekly "Boisterous, confident... Readers will appreciate watching Sylvie determinedly working toward her goals." -- Kirkus ReviewsLindsay Eyre received an MFA in Creative Writing for Children and Young Adults from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. She now lives with her husband and their five children in the fine and sweaty city of Cary, North Carolina. Please visit her website at www.lindsayeyre.com and follow her on twitter at @lindsayeyre.; Title: The Spelling Bee Scuffle (Sylvie Scruggs) | [
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22,591 | 2 | Gr 7 UpWhen her Great Aunt Cordelia Pevin dies, "little namesake" Delia inherits her home, which was once the Piven Institute for the Care and Correction of Troubled Females. The family heads there once school is out to get the place ready to sell, but Hysteria Hall (as it was nicknamed) has other ideas. And, Delia can't help but think that her parents might actually want her there because of her failed attempt to run off during Spring Break. Very quickly, the teen senses something is dreadfully wrong with the house, but can she escape in time to save her family? The protagonist's path is fraught with challenges and her eventual understanding and acceptance is hard-won. Alender has created a chilling tale of forgotten tragedies and family secrets. Strong female characters anchor the story and its suspenseful tone is carried throughout. The author adeptly imbues the atmosphere with hints that something sinister is lurking just beneath the surface. VERDICT A great choice for fans of horror or suspense novels.Elaine Baran Black, Georgia Public Library Service, Atlanta; Title: The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall | [
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22,592 | 1 | Gr 36Two humans, Birdie Gaux and her grandmother, are standing in front of Bowser's cage at the shelter. It's Birdie's 11th birthday, and she's there to pick out a pet. The girl automatically connects with mutt Bowser, even though Grammy and the woman running the shelter advise against him. Bowser is beside himselfhe has connected with Birdie, too. Soon they are speeding along in Grammy's beat up pick up truck, headed to St. Roch, LA. Before Bowser can even get settled in, he and Birdie have a mystery on their hands. Someone has stolen Grammy's prized mounted marlin, Black Jack, from the wall of her bait and swamp tour shop. It turns out that Birdie's small town harbors quite a few secrets and old family feuds. Bowser and Birdie must find Grammy's prized marlin and dig into the age-old rumor that there is a treasure map sealed within Black Jack. Told from Bowser's point of view, this hilarious story will elicit laughs from dog-loving kids as they recognize Bowser's loyal yet rambunctious behavior. Reminiscent of Dug from the film Up, Bowser finds fun in every scrape he and Birdie get into, and he is devoted to Birdie from the start. VERDICT This suspenseful mystery filled with small-town characters takes readers to the very last pages, and the unresolved ending is a sure sign of more Bowser and Birdie books to come.Stacy Dillon, LREI, New York CityAdvance Praise for Woof:Spencer Quinn speaks two languages -- suspense and dog -- fluently.--STEPHEN KING, #1 New York Times bestselling authorImagine Scout Finch from To Kill a Mockingbird setting out to solve a mystery with the aid of a charming, slobbery dog. You'll wish you had Birdie and Bowser as your very best friends.--KATHRYN LASKY, New York Times bestselling authorBowser and Birdie sent me into giggle fits and won my heart. Bowser deserves the Bucketful of Bacon Award for Best Dog Ever!--JUDE WATSON, New York Times bestselling author; Title: Woof: A Bowser and Birdie Novel | [
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22,593 | 2 | Praise for Shelter Pet Squad #1: Jelly Bean:"This heartwarming early chapter book reminds readers that good friends and the chance to make a positive difference are often closer than they may believe. Upbeat and relatable, this promises to be the start to a series that will win over young animal enthusiasts." -- School Library Journal"Lord's own newly adopted shelter pet, a guinea pig, was the inspiration... and she artfully weaves information about animals, shelters, and pet care throughout. Easy vocabulary, uncomplicated sentences, generous dialogue, large font, and friendly illustrations make the book accessible."-- Booklist"Pet lovers will enjoy this brief, quietly attractive series opener." -- Kirkus"Lord's deft pacing and the specific details of shelter volunteering (the kids receive clear enough instructions on setting up treat "challenges" for the dogs, for example, that readers could replicate themat home) will keep kids captivated." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's BookCynthia Lord is the award-winning author of Rules, a Newbery Honor Book and a Schneider Family Book Award winner, as well as the critically acclaimed Half a Chance and Touch Blue. She made her picture-book debut with Hot Rod Hamster, which won several awards, including the Parents' Choice Award, and followed it with the beloved sequel Happy Birthday, Hamster. She lives in Maine with her family. Visit her at www.cynthialord.com.Erin McGuire is an illustrator currently working in Dallas, Texas. She's illustrated over fifty books across a range of middle grade and picture book projects, including Time of the Fireflies, The Real Boy, and many more.; Title: Merlin (Shelter Pet Squad #2) | [
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22,594 | 0 | Where in the World?; Title: Scholastic Discover More Reader Level 3: Where in the World? (Scholastic Discover More Readers) | [
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22,595 | 7 | Gr 6 UpThe traditional fairy tale of Rapunzel gets a new treatment in the land of Tyme, a mythical continent on the Tranquil Sea. Readers meet Rapunzel as a happy girl, delighted with her home and the woman she calls Witch, who tends to her every need. Princes have come and gone, vowing their love for her, but since "ground people are liars," she rebukes them and lives contentedly in her tower. That situation quickly changes with the arrival of Jack, a young boy who ascends the tower seeking a cure for a badly injured fairy. Remembering nothing of his previous visit, Rapunzel casts him out of the tower, but he returns the next day with more stories about fairies and their powerful magic that will bring harm to Witch. Concerned for Witch's safety, Rapunzel climbs out of the tower and hence becomes "grounded" with only Jack to guide her through foreign lands. The fairies capture Rapunzel and agree to spare her life only if she follows Jack on a journey to locate the Woodmother and learns the truth about her sheltered life. The story line moves swiftly as Jack and Rapunzel face evil Stalkers, thieving bandits, biting cold, and an uncertain food supply. The relationship between the characters develops in a predictable but realistic way and is woven into a story that has plenty of suspense and intrigue. The conclusion neatly ties up the major plotlines, while leaving sufficient room for a sequel. VERDICT Fans of traditional and fractured fairy tales will thoroughly enjoy this new twist on an old story.Anne Jung-Mathews, Plymouth State University, NH; Title: Grounded: The Adventures of Rapunzel (Tyme #1) | [
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22,596 | 7 | Praise for Amulet"Five - no, three pages into Amulet and you'll be hooked." - Jeff Smith, creator of BONE"[The] action-packed adventure sequences move at an exciting clip... Part fantasy... and part manga, this volume has much to appeal to readers." - Booklist"A richly drawn graphic-fantasy series following in the footsteps of BONE and a must for all fantasy fans." - Kirkus Reviews"Stellar artwork, imaginative character design, moody color and consistent pacing." - PW Comics Week; Title: Amulet Boxset: Books 1-3 | [
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22,597 | 2 | Gr 13Sam is Eerie Elementary's newest (and only) hall monitor. He figures it will be a boring job and probably one that earns him enemies. He doesn't count on the school itself being enemy number one. After nearly being swallowed by quicksand and then attacked by a fire hose, Sam is ready to find answers. Could the school be alive? Are all the students in danger, or is it just Sam the school wants? When a play draws all of Eerie Elementary together in one location, the school makes its move. The counterattack is up to Sam. This early chapter book, with copious black-and-white illustrations throughout, is ideal for readers who want something scary but aren't ready for the "Goosebumps" or "Scream Street" series.Kelly Roth, Bartow County Public Library, Cartersville, GAWho wants to be the hall monitor at a school called Eerie Elementary? Not Sam Graves, thats for sure. He is a little embarrassed by the shiny orange sash he has to wear as he patrols the halls, but when the playground sand tries to eat him, and the school caretaker, Mr. Nakobi, tells him that its Sams job to keep the malevolent brick building in check, Sam cant tell whether Mr. Nakobi is crazyor he is. Dynamic, cartoonish illustrations amp up the action, and fun onomatopoeia provides atmospherePow! Pow! as a vending machine fires water bottles at Sam, and CHOMP! CHOMP! when a pile of metal folding chairs menaces the third-grade cast of Peter Pan. Sams friends Antonio and Lucy are by his side (once he convinces them he hasnt lost his mind), but a sentient, evil school is not a peril to be taken lightly. Readers who relish the action of Dav Pilkeys Ricky Ricotta series and the just-beyond-safe scares of R. L. Stines Rotten School titles may want to enroll at Eerie Elementary. Grades 1-3. --Paula Willey; Title: The School Is Alive! (Eerie Elementary #1) | [
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22,598 | 7 | Gr 46Morrison returns to the land of Tyme (Grounded: The Adventures of Rapunzel) and continues the story with a few of the first novel's characters. Prince Dash Charming, no longer frozen in stone and free from his family's perennial curse of unhappiness in love, is now safely back home in Quintessential, the capital city of Blue Kingdom. But the return is far from joyful. His mother, Queen Maud, has disappeared; his father, the king, struggles to maintain his rule under pressure from prosperous citizens who want to topple the monarchy; and Prince Dash is forced to return to his elite school, where all the students eagerly anticipate his reentry. All except Elegant Coach (Ella), a smart, gifted seamstress from a poor, hardworking family who, for years, toiled in one of the kingdom's factories. Ella is at the school only because her widowed father married a wealthy businesswoman. She finds life unbearable there with classmates who consider her beneath them. When Prince Dash and Ella become partners on a business project, romance blossoms along with plenty of trials for both of them. Morrison has created another fast-moving and vibrant story filled with colorful descriptions of a magical place. Readers who enjoyed the first installment will relish the chance to learn more about Serge, the Blue Fairy, Prince Dash, and other characters from Tyme. New readers who like a fresh approach to traditional fairy tales will appreciate how the author blends themes of magic and modern-day economic justice. VERDICT A fine addition to most middle grade collections and a must-have for fans of the first in the series.Anne Jung-Mathews, Plymouth State University, NH; Title: Disenchanted: The Trials of Cinderella (Tyme #2) | [
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22,599 | 0 | Gr 35Ranger is a golden retriever who trained as a search-and-rescue dog. Unfortunately, he never passes the final test due to those pesky squirrels he can't help chasing. One afternoon, while playing outside with his owner, Luke, he comes across a buried first-aid kit that transports him back to the year 1850. Finding himself in Independence, Missouri, Ranger meets the Abbott family, who is making the treacherous journey on the Oregon Trail. Confused by the strange sights and smells, the dog decides that this must be some sort of new tracking test. Convinced that if he passes he will be reunited with his beloved Luke, Ranger takes on the challenge with gusto. He quickly becomes an invaluable family member by babysitting the Abbotts's ever-wandering toddler, making fast friends with young Sam, and warning them of dangers along the trail. This excellent story contains historical details, full-age illustrations, and enough action to keep even reluctant readers engaged. A wonderful author's note at the end is full of quotes from authentic journals, factual information on search-and-rescue dogs, and suggestions for further reading. This is a stellar choice for readers just starting full-length chapter books and would be a hit with young history buffs and dog lovers as well.Amy Nolan, St. Joseph Public Library, St. Joseph, MI; Title: Rescue on the Oregon Trail (Ranger in Time #1) | [
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