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22,600 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2When Monkey spies a sign advertising a two-person rhyming contest, he is certain that he and his pal Duck can easily win the grand prize of a three-day cruise. "We can do this, we can rhyme!/We're young, we're hip, we're in our prime." Unfortunately, Monkey's desire to find rhyming words jointly is squelched by Duck's inability to respond with anything but "Quack!" Monkey offers up "Beat, Sheet, Meet, GreetWash your feetTrick or treat." "Quack" is Duck's only response. When a frustrated Monkey is about to give up, then inspiration strikes. They enter the contest, and Monkey recites words that rhyme with quack: "Rack, Sack, Plaque, Track!" and so on. After winning the contest, they have a great time on their cruise. True to their personality differences, Duck relaxes and Monkey tries every activity offered. The pleasing, digitally rendered illustrations are presented in bold yellow and orange, on backgrounds of green, blue, and purple. The text rhymes, of course, although at times it is a bit forced and singsong. The surprise ending lifts this tale a bit, but the book will serve best as an additional purchase.Roxanne Burg, Orange County Public Library, CA; Title: Monkey and Duck Quack Up! | [
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22,601 | 2 | K-Gr 2Rambunctious Princess Pinecone is the smallest warrior in her kingdom, but what she lacks in size, she makes up for in enthusiasm. Tired of receiving novelty sweaters for her birthday, Pinecone asks her parents for a big, strong battle horseand receives a chubby little pony with a vacant expression, and incurable flatulence, instead. Though he doesn't fit the standard requirements of the typical trusty steed"It's too small! It's too round! And I think its eyes are looking in different directions(This was true, but only sometimes.)"the little pony proves to be a surprising asset on the day of her great battle. Chunky, colorful digital illustrations provide plenty of detail to keep readers entertained; older children will enjoy exploring all of the different posters marking Pinecone's walls, or some of the sillier warriors in the battle fray, including one sneakily eating a hot dog. The text contains a healthy dose of alliteration and buzzwords that will boost vocabulary ("Pinecone was flabbergasted, flummoxed, floored!") while making for a fun read-aloud. VERDICT A highly recommended, charmingly illustrated tale of teamwork and tenderness.Ashleigh Williams, School Library Journal; Title: The Princess and the Pony | [
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22,602 | 0 | Praise for Moldylocks and the Three Beards:An Amazon Best Book of 2014 -- Ages 6-8 An Amazon Best Book of the Month, May 2014 * "Jones takes 'The Three Bears' for a dizzy spin in this laff-riot series opener.... Being cast against both genre type and publishers' convention, Princess likes 'dirty sneakers, giant bugs, mud puddles, monster trucks, and cheesy pizza' far more than fairies, princesses or anything pink, and she also (for a wonder) has dark skin in the cartoon illustrations.... Fledgling readers will agree with Princess' bemused comment: 'This Land of Fake-Believe is crazy-cakes!'" -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review "The story...will have kids guffawing with the silly puns and cheering for the ingenious Princess Pink in this subverted version of the more traditional tale." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's BooksPraise for Little Red Quacking Hood:An Amazon Best Book of the Month, September 2014Noah Z. Jones is an author, illustrator, and animator who creates all sorts of zany and memorable characters. He has illustrated numerous books for children, including ALWAYS IN TROUBLE, NOT NORMAN, and THOSE SHOES. He is also the author and illustrator of PRINCESS PINK AND THE LAND OF FAKE BELIEVE, an early chapter book series. To see more of his work, swing by his website, www.noahzjones.com.; Title: Moldylocks and the Three Beards: A Branches Book (Princess Pink and the Land of Fake-Believe #1) | [
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22,603 | 2 | Praise for TEN TINY TOES"The brief, lyrical text, the opportunities for interactivity and the focus on a subject dear to toddlers’ hearts—themselves and all their glorious parts—make this a candidate for repeat readings." --KIRKUSPraise for LET'S GET DRESSED!"Church's cartoon toddler and a puppy are delightfully animated..." --KIRKUSPraise for POTTY TIME!"The cheerful images and fun sound effect provide gentle encouragement for the potty training camp." --PUBLISHERS WEEKLYPraise for GOOD NIGHT, I LOVE YOU"A quiet depiction of self-reliant slumber." --KIRKUSPraise for I LOVE YOU THROUGH AND THROUGH"Dynamic illustrations...act out the text in ways that are informative, inventive, and humorous." --SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNALBernadette 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 GOOD NIGHT, I LOVE YOU. She lives in Surrey, England, but you can visit her at www.carolinejaynechurch.com.; Title: I Love You Through and Through: Board Book and Plush | [
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22,604 | 2 | K-Gr 2Not only do next-door neighbors Beatrice, a bear, and Abel, a mouse, run complementary enterprises but they also happen to be the best of friends. While Beatrice's honeybees pollinate Abel's apple orchard, the pair share in the work of harvesting honey and picking apples. In the wintertime, they stay tucked indoors enjoying apple butter toast and tea with honey. When Beatrice mistakes Abel's hollering about a beesting for an attempt to be silly, he gets offended, and they begin a turf war and name-calling battle that jeopardizes both of their endeavors. The bees pay their feud no mind, and eventually the two sort out the confusion and return to their happy arrangement. A good example of how a misunderstanding can be suddenly blown out of proportion, the story employs excellent vocabulary, such as yammered and spluttered. Gomez's folk artstyle illustrations are cheerful, if a little young for the presumed audience. VERDICT A solid title for those seeking tales about reconciliation, with a bonus horticulture lesson on pollination thrown in for good measure. A fine addition to classroom and library collections.Jenna Boles, Greene County Public Library, Beavercreek, OH"A sweetly humorous story for the friendship shelf." -- Kirkus Reviews"Without dismissing their characters' emotions, Horowitz and Gmez alert readers to a core truth: whatever our trivial disputes, the world keeps spinning." -- Publishers Weekly"Horowitz has fun withlanguage, using descriptions like "mishmash," insults like "Pie-face," andonomatopoeic sounds like "ZING!" and "WHEE HEE HEE!" Gmez placeseach character in a cozy home with hints of their interests: instruments inBeatrice's; art materials in Abel's. Her soft palette...creates the appropriatereader response of overall well-being and notes the passage of time." -- Booklist "A suitable title for thoseseeking tales about reconciliation, with a bonus horticulture lesson on pollination thrown infor good measure." -- School Library Journal"...a good read-aloud story for early elementary classrooms.: -- Upstate Parent; Title: Are We Still Friends? | [
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22,605 | 1 | Toddler-PreSBenton's adorable cartoon illustrations have thick bold lines and uncluttered backgrounds. His bright colors catch the eye, and the silly, rhyming text engages readers. "Where did the dinos go?/Some say they vanished long ago./But I'll bet if we take a look,/we just might find some in this book." VERDICT This search-and-find dinosaur book with cheerful, colorful artwork; endearing characters; and a fun rhyming text will appeal to almost any reader.Paula Huddy, The Blake School-Highcroft Campus, Wayzata, MN"Who can resist [Jim Benton]?" -- Kirkus Praise for Jim Benton's board booksThey all touch on topics that may get active toddlers to sit still for a story -- and older siblings to read aloud. With smells, robots and messy paint, what's not to love? -- Kirkus; Title: Where Did All the Dinos Go? | [
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22,606 | 21 | Gr 58When Esperanza Flores earns a spot on the U.S. ladies' ice skating team, she is immediately thrust into an overwhelming atmosphere; not only is she the first Latina Olympic skater, but she is facing backlash after replacing a rising star forced to miss the competition due to injury. There are people who do not believe Espie deserves her place on the team. In between training, Espie must juggle costume decisions and press junkets, in which she is frequently interviewed side-by-side with fellow Olympian and hockey player Danny Morrison. Tension erupts between the two young athletes and is not helped by the rumors circulating about their supposed relationship. Teammates Stacie and Meredith are mean-spirited, which rattles Espie in a nearly catastrophic way. While the press links her to Morrison, Espie is excited to receive attention from the charming top male figure skater, Hunter Willis. Skating terms are sprinkled throughout the narrative and are explained smoothly for readers unfamiliar with the sport. Freitas maintains a solid balance between description, dialogue, and action. Espie's Dominican heritage is proudly depicted and her relationships with friends and adults in her life, including her mother, her mother's coworkers, and her coach, are positive but not treacly. Readers will eagerly follow Espie's arduous and dramatic road to the Olympics and her final performance, cheering her on to the inevitable but entirely satisfying conclusion.Jennifer Schultz, Fauquier County Public Library, Warrenton, VAThis companion to Gold Medal Summer (2012) introduces figure skater Esperanza Flores, who has just been named to the U.S. Olympic team. Espis accomplishment results in a host of new challenges: dealing with an intense media frenzy; mastering a secret new jump that may help land her a medal; and balancing the attentions of two boys, both Olympic teammates. Freitas, a former competitive gymnast, writes perceptively of behind-the-scenes drama among elite athletes, and readers will appreciate her explanations of figure skating scoring intricacies. Sure to be popular with skating fans and those following this years Winter Olympics. Grades 5-8. --Kay Weisman; Title: Gold Medal Winter | [
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22,607 | 1 | "With smells, robots and messy paint, what's not to love?" --Kirkus Review"As Scott and I read these books through together for the first time we were both in a fit of giggles. At the end of almost every page Scott asked to read the whole book again when we were finished with it." - becausebabiesgrowup.com; Title: Robot Kitties | [
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22,608 | 2 | Gr 14Right from the endpapers featuring an ominously shadowed street on which two boys stand in silhouetteone clearly older whispering into the younger child's earreaders are clued into a familiar sibling dynamic: big brother sets the rules; little brother is always one step behind, doing his best to follow along. It's too bad for little brother that the rules are nearly impossible to anticipate: "Never leave a red sock on the clothesline" is accompanied by the image of the terrified boys hiding from a house-sized red rabbit on the hunt for the crimson article. Some rules seem designed to teach ("Never eat the last olive at a party"), while others simply reinforce the power dynamic ("Never ask for a reason"). Tan's oil paintings, with their masterful layering of color and impressionistic plays on light and shadow, toy with the ordinary and the surreal. At its heart, this is a story about sibling relationships, and Tan artfully captures the frustration, sadness, and joy of what it means to be brothers. The sophistication of the visual narrative paired with the simplicity of the text invites multiple readings and opportunities for discussion. Sumptuous and sincerethis title is a winner.Kiera Parrott, School Library JournalTan (The Bird King, 2013) continues to wow readers with his expansive, surreal images. Here, a series of loosely linked pictures suggest a fantastical summer shared by two brothers. Each full-page painting is paired with a one-sentence rule related to the accompanying scene. For instance, Never leave a red sock on the clothesline appears next to an image of the two boys crouching against a wall while a seriously giant red rabbit glares at the single sock drying in the sun. How the boys arrived in such a situation is unclear, but speculating is half the fun. Never leave the back door open precedes a painting of the two brothers overlooking a living room brimming with an otherworldly forest. Though the rules are occasionally confounding and dont lend themselves to a clear narrative, and the paintings are tinged with a growing sense of menace that might frighten young readers, Tans mesmerizing, gorgeous art is as beautiful and entrancing as ever and will likely have wide appeal well outside the usual picture-book audience, especially among imaginative teen artists. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: Tan is a New York Times best-seller, and its no surprise. His genre-spanning work has attracted a loyal and well-deserved fan base. Grades 5-12. --Sarah Hunter; Title: Rules of Summer | [
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22,609 | 0 | Praise for DRAGON MASTERS #1:"In this first of the Dragon Masters series, vocabularly is accessible; sentences, paragraphs, and chapters are short; and dialogue moves the story along rapidly. Black-and-white sketch-type drawings add depth to the story and feelings to the characters (both children and dragons). Emergent readers will find happy success here." -BOOKLIST"The first of a new series of early chapter books, this entry is sure to attract fans. Brief chapters, large print, lots of action, attractive illustrations in every spread including a maplike panorama, an enviable protagonist -- who wouldn't want to be a Dragon Master? -- all combine to make an entertaining read. With plenty left to be resolved, the next entry will be eagerly sought after." -KIRKUS REVIEWS"Each page features wonderfully detailed pencil illustrations which help to support the text." -LIBRARY MEDIA CONNECTIONPraise for BRANCHES books:"These books should be considered for larger libraries wanting to enhance their easy-reader collections." -SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL"A nice stepping stone to more advanced chapter books." -BOOKLISTTracey West has written more than 200 books for children and young adults, including the following series: Pixie Tricks, Hiro’s Quest, and Dragon Masters. She has appeared on The New York Times bestseller list as author of the Pokemon chapter book adaptations. Tracey currently lives with her family in New York State’s Hudson Valley. She can be found on twitter at @TraceyWestBooks. Graham Howells is a children’s book author and illustrator. He also produces artwork for games, television, and film. Howells won the 2009 English Tir na n-Og Award for his book MERLIN’S MAGICAL CREATURES.  ; Title: Power of the Fire Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #4) | [
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22,610 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1A young, smiling boy sees the full moon outside his bedroom window and asks if it likes the same things he doesbouncing on his bed, going down "the twisty, turny slide" at the park, eating chocolate ice cream, and playing pirates. He asks if the moon can "see the cityunder the seathe highest mountain[and] the whole wide world." On a spread of children playing on a grassy hill in the moonlight, he asks, "Do you have lots of friends, Moon?" The next spread shows the boy flying through space in the "Milky Way" near the constellations Leo, Pegasus, and Little Bear. The boy returns to Earth and bids his friend "Good night." Cheerful, acrylic cartoon illustrations depict the action on single pages and full spreads. There are plenty of picture books out there about the moon and the wonders of the natural world, and there's nothing particularly engaging about this one. Eric Carle's Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me (S & S., 1986), Liz Garton Scanlon's lyrical All the World (S. & S., 2009) and Deborah Diesen's The Pout-Pout Fish in the Big-Big Dark (Farrar, 2010) are better choices.Laura Scott, Farmington Community Library, MIA cheery round moon with a small upturned nose is a little boys nighttime confidant in this offering by the author of the Horrid Henry series. A foil for the tots curiosity, the celestial being is peppered with dozens of questions. Does the moon like ice cream and bouncing on a bed? What does he pretend? Can he see everything the boy can or more? Corts illustrations reflect the little guys imagination: a mermaid swims with him beneath the sea, a slide twists around an ice-cream cone, and children cavort in a meadow under the stars. Royal-blue skies give the evening a happy look mirroring the childs blue-walled bedroom, and the items surrounding the boya tabby cat, a stuffed toy monkeyhave counterparts in his conjured world, with a happy-looking tiger roaming a jungle and simians sitting in a palm tree. The moon shines amiably down in most spreads and lends its moonbeam light to others. A sweet book of reassurance, this will stand out among the many bedtime volumes available on library shelves. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Karen Cruze; Title: Hello, Moon! | [
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22,611 | 6 | "With smells, robots and messy paint, what's not to love?" --Kirkus Review"As Scott and I read these books through together for the first time we were both in a fit of giggles. At the end of almost every page Scott asked to read the whole book again when we were finished with it." - becausebabiesgrowup.com; Title: Where's My Fnurgle? | [
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22,612 | 2 | K-Gr 2When a sibling does something forbidden, there is as much a sense of dread as there is excitement. Told in rhyme by the younger brother, the story describes how a boy brings home a monster on Halloween night. But that is just the beginning. He continues to accumulate other creepy creatures in increasing quantities. The younger brother bears witness to all the mischief in the dark, each time repeating the phrase "I hope our parents don't find out." When the adults do come home, though, they turn on the lights and readers see that the creatures aren't that creepy after all. Perhaps there was a little elaboration and an overactive imagination at work on the part of the younger brother. While the story concept is cute, the narrative seems to drag a little and can be wordy at times for the sake of the rhyme. The muted cartoony illustrations work well with the text but are not exceptional. VERDICT An additional purchase, especially for the monster-crazed.Emily E. Lazio, The Smithtown Special Library District, NY; Title: Believe It or Not, My Brother Has a Monster! | [
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22,613 | 1 | Praise for Geronimo Stilton books:"Lightning pace and full-color design will hook kids in a flash." -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLYPraise for CREEPELLA VON CACKLEFUR #5: FRIGHT NIGHT:"Children who are just beginning to read chapter books will enjoy this cleverly illustrated book." -- LIBRARY MEDIA CONNECTIONGERONIMO STILTON is the publisher of The Rodent's Gazette, Mouse Island's most famouse newspaper. In his spare time, Mr. Stilton enjoys collecting antique cheese rinds, playing golf, and telling stories to his nephew Benjamin. He lives in New Mouse City, Mouse Island. Visit Geronimo online at www.scholastic.com/geronimostilton.; Title: Creepella Von Cacklefur #6: Ride for Your Life!: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure | [
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22,614 | 2 | Gr 46As Shelby's life begins to morph into a new normal after her parents' divorce, things get complicated by the dolls in residence at her new house. Formerly owned by her great-aunt, the house has been in her family for years and contains ancient items, among them a collection of dolls seeking revenge for the poor treatment they suffered at the hands of their previous owner. Shelby is haunted by the creepy sounds, and the fact that the dolls won't stay buried in their graveyard. As she learns about former residents, Shelby begins to work through the anger she's harbored since her parents' separation. When the haunting high jinks escalate, it's up to Shelby to make peace with the past both for the sake of the dolls and for herself. The scare factor for this book is fairly tame for the intended audience. The treatment of life for a family post-divorce is realistic and strong. The main character navigates a difficult issue for preteen girls: that of finding her place in the social hierarchy at a new school. The management of Shelby's issues reads a bit stronger overall than the horror sequences, making this a book that could be recommended for more than just those looking for a thrill, especially because the scary elements aren't too graphic.Samantha Lumetta, Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, OHShelby Tats is dealing with her parents divorce in her own angry, snarky way, and shes ready for a distraction when shes given a mystery to solve by her dying great-aunt, Amelia. The details of the mystery arent obvious right away, but as Shelby and her mother and brother move into an eerie old house called Cinder Creek, she begins to suspect theres a lot more to it than she originally thought. She finds a spooky dollhouse and many creepy dolls to go with it, and after some investigation, she discovers that the dolls belonged to a previous resident, an angry girl named Sadie. Now, Shelby thinks she hears the dolls talking to her and about her, and no one believes her. Will it get worse before it gets better? Is she actually crazy? The story races along at a snappy pace, winding mystery in with adventure, realistic characters, and unsettling horror. Perfect for fans of classic spooky stories, this is scary enough for older kids and tame enough for younger readers, too. Grades 3-7. --Stacey Comfort; Title: The Doll Graveyard: (a Hauntings novel) | [
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22,615 | 1 | "With smells, robots and messy paint, what's not to love?" --Kirkus Review"As Scott and I read these books through together for the first time we were both in a fit of giggles. At the end of almost every page Scott asked to read the whole book again when we were finished with it." - becausebabiesgrowup.com; Title: Piggy Paints | [
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22,616 | 2 | Gr 7 UpMay and Libby created Princess X on the day they met in fifth grade. That was before Libby and her mother died in a car crash. Now May is 16 and looking at another long, lonely summer in Seattle when she spots a Princess X sticker on the corner of a store window. Suddenly she starts seeing Princess X everywhere, including in a webcomic at IAmPrincessX.com, where the princess story is eerily similar to Libby's. This means that the only person who could have created the comic is May's best friendLibbywho must still be alive. In her YA debut, Priest offers a tantalizing, page-turner of a mystery that spans real locations in Seattle and dark pockets of the Internet. May is an assertive, capable heroine who finds help from likable and well-realized characters along the way in this fresh and authentic story. Even when the action moves online, Priest keeps the story exciting and approachable without ever resorting to technical jargon. Accompanying illustrations by Ciesemier bring the story found in the webcomic to life and integrate beautifully with May's search for Libby in this utterly satisfying read. VERDICT An excellent book with loads of cross-genre and cross-format appeal. Highly recommended.Emma Carbone, Brooklyn Public Library; Title: I Am Princess X | [
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22,617 | 7 | "With smells, robots and messy paint, what's not to love?" --Kirkus Review"As Scott and I read these books through together for the first time we were both in a fit of giggles. At the end of almost every page Scott asked to read the whole book again when we were finished with it." - becausebabiesgrowup.com; Title: Five Stinky Socks | [
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22,618 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1Beaton brings her well-honed snarky humor to the arena of new baby books. From the first page, the smug, egg-shaped, crown-wearing infant proclaims, "I am King Baby!" The tiny tyrant's reign of terror follows, as crowds of adoring visitors lavish him with attention and affection while he runs his parents ragged with demands for feeding, burping, changing, and bouncing. As the story progresses, King Baby undergoes important milestones, gradually transitioning from a baby to a walking, trike-riding "big boy." Just when it looks like King Baby is ready to surrender his royal crown, his replacement arrivesa little sister, Queen Baby. Beaton's hyperexpressive cartoon illustrations create a hilarious visual counterpoint to the baby's authoritarian first-person narration; on one spread, exhausted parents slump on the couch as the infant gazes victoriously over the floor strewn thick with baby paraphernalia and says, "It is good to be the king." VERDICT Similar in spirit to Marla Frazee's The Boss Baby, this is a delightful and silly tale for soon-to-be-older siblings and their weary parents.Yelena Alekseyeva-Popova, formerly at Chappaqua Library, NY; Title: King Baby | [
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22,619 | 2 | Praise for DEAR DUMB DIARY:"This series is so much fun -- hilarious and creative -- giving a voice to an average-seeming kid, who knows deep down that she is something special." --INDIGO KIDS"Benton has a gift for writing Jamie's voice exactly like the girl you'd want sitting next to you in class, whispering terrible comments." --KIDS BOOKS CENTRAL"Benton is a genius at expressing a believable preteen girl worldview without silly vernacular or dumbing down to his audience." --KIDSREADS.COMJim Benton is the creator of many licensed properties, some for big kids, some for little kids, and some for grown-ups who, frankly, are probably behaving like little kids. You may already know his properties: It's Happy Bunny (TM) or Catwad (TM), picture book THE END (ALMOST), and bestselling book series Dear Dumb Diary. Jim lives in Michigan with his spectacular wife and kids. Visit him online at www.jimbenton.com.; Title: Dear Dumb Diary Year Two #5: You Can Bet on That | [
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22,620 | 0 | Praise for FLY GUY PRESENTS: SHARKS"A first-rate sharkfest, unusually nutritious for all its brevity." -KIRKUS REVIEWSPraise for FLY GUY PRESENTS: SPACE"An eye-catching lesson on space that aspiring astronauts and astronomers will not want to miss." -BOOKLISTPraise for HI! FLY GUY"Readers drawn in by the flashy foil will stick around to applaud this unusually capable critter." -PUBLISHERS WEEKLYPraise for SUPER FLY GUY"A fly by delight." -BOOKLISTTedd Arnold is the bestselling author and illustrator of the Fly Guy, Green Wilma, Parts, and Huggly series and the illustrator of DETECTIVE BLUE. He has received Theodor Seuss Geisel Honors for HI! FLY GUY and I SPY FLY GUY! Tedd lives with his wife, Carol, in Florida.; Title: Fly Guy Presents: Firefighters (Scholastic Reader, Level 2) | [
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22,621 | 1 | Gr 6 UpThe third entry in the author's well-received quartet, this work introduces us to Raja, a pet orangutan living in suburbia with John and his parents. John grows up with Raja, and their bond is deep. But as the animal grows older and less cute, the family is forced to stop treating him like a teddy bear come to life. Raja is separated from John, banished to a trailer in the backyard. Eventually, the friends have to live further apart when John's parents separate. When the boy's father decides to send Raja to live at a zoo, John knows he has to say goodbye to Raja. He realizes he can't let Raja be mistreated and abused any longer and decides to smuggle the orangutan back to where he came fromIndonesiano matter what it takes. It's John's responsibility to do what's best for Raja, whatever that may be. Schrefer beautifully shows the humanity we share with all living things and pulls some heartstrings in this tale. Readers will be affected by the narrative and realize that while this work is fiction, stories of mistreated animals in our societies are unfortunately quite real and common. VERDICT This is another well-written and fast-paced story that Endangered and Threatened fans will enjoy.Emily Moore, Camden County Library System, NJ; Title: Rescued (Ape Quartet) | [
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22,622 | 16 | PreS-KA sweet little mouse takes pleasure in each season in this charmingly old-fashioned book. Poetic, repetitive text and deceptively simple-looking pencil and ink sketches show him going through the gentle routines of outdoor exploration and food storage. When winter arrives, he uses his supplies to make a cozy meal and snuggle down for a nap. He lives a relaxed, predator-free life and is slightly anthropomorphic. He lives in a field and carries food in his mouth but furnishes his hole with human cast-offs and cooks acorn bread and seed-and-watercress soup. There is no real point to the story, but it hits the right beats for the ear and the emotions and makes a nice example of the virtue of being contented with one's lot.Heidi Estrin, Congregation B'nai Israel, Boca Raton, FL; Title: Such a Little Mouse | [
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22,623 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1Everyone's favorite buzzing fly is back in a delightful tale about developing a new story. Buzz has to create a fairy tale for his homework and he uses his trusty friend Fly Guy as inspiration. Fly Guy quickly rejects stories portraying him as a troll or smelly pig herder, but takes flight with a story of him as a handsome prince rescuing a damsel in distress. Together the pair must maneuver around flyswatters and battle giants in hopes of finding the happy ending to their story. There is great attention to detail which deftly captures the delightful expressions of Fly Guy and his companions throughout the book. Although the text is brief and often contains one word sentences, the story is still very charming and is complemented by quirky art which will appeal to young readers. VERDICT An excellent addition to the series for fans and newcomers alike.Maria Alegre, The Dalton School, New York; Title: Prince Fly Guy (Fly Guy #15) | [
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22,624 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2This is the 17th book in the series, and neither Fly Guy nor Buzz has lost his charm. When Buzz learns that Fly Guy is missing his family, he plans a surprise reunion to cheer up his friend. He puts out posters around the local trash cans to advertise the party, and when all 500 relatives show up, Buzz dumps a giant pile of garbage in the yard (adults will be happy to know that Buzz cleans up all the garbage in the end). Humorous touches including Fly Guy greeting various relatives with exclamations of "Cuz!" and "Bruzzer!" make this story a fun read. The comic artwork continues in the "Fly Guy" tradition, and there are various puns and comedic scenes, such as the family playing in the garbage, making this a silly and lighthearted tale. VERDICT Purchase where this series is popular.V. Lynn Christiansen, Wiley International Studies Magnet Elementary School, Raleigh, NC; Title: Fly Guy's Big Family (Fly Guy #17) | [
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22,625 | 0 | Katherine Cox lives in Brooklyn, New York with her cats Atticus and Sherlock. When she isn't out looking for a great mystery to solve, you can find her at a bookstore reading anything and everything.Illustrator Vanessa Brantley Newton trained at the Fashion School of Technology and the School of Visual Arts. She has illustrated many books for children, including MISTER AND LADY DAY, ONE LOVE, and LET FREEDOM SING. She and her husband live in Charlotte, North Carolina.; Title: The Missing Fox (Scholastic Reader, Level 2: Katie Fry, Private Eye #2) | [
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22,626 | 2 | PreS-KBooks to get kids ready for kindergarten are always welcome, and this title will help fill the need. With rhyming text that flows well, Marshall introduces readers to all aspects of the school day. "Go by bus, car, or walk/On the way, there is talk/About new friends and school/Teachers, pencils, books, rules." Throughout the day, all the kids look happy. The brightly colored illustrations clearly represent the text while still feeling childlike and fun. The standard topics are covered: playtime, storytime, recess, and lunch, as well as a few pages devoted to making new friends. VERDICT A very good choice for those starting kindergarten, but it doesn't extend beyond that audience.Laura Stanfield, Campbell County Public Library, Fort Thomas, KY; Title: Kindergarten Is Cool! | [
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22,627 | 0 | Praise for Ranger in Time"This excellent story contains historical details, full-page illustrations, and enough action to keep even reluctant readers engaged." -- School Library Journal"The third-person narration expertly balances Ranger's thoughts between the appropriately doglike (squirrels! bacon!) and the heroic (Ranger's drive to find and protect)." -- Kirkus Reviews"McMorris's richly rendered illustrations heighten the plot's many moments of danger and drama, and Messner incorporates a wealth of historical details into her rousing adventure story." -- Publishers Weekly"Readers will love following Ranger on his thrilling adventure along the Oregon Trail. What a great way to learn about history!" -- Lauren Tarshis, author of the I Survived seriesKate Messner is the author of All the Answers; The Brilliant Fall of Gianna Z., winner of the E. B. White Read Aloud Award for Older Readers; Capture the Flag, an SCBWI Crystal Kite Award winner; Hide and Seek; Manhunt; and the Ranger in Time and Marty McGuire chapter book series. A former middle-school English teacher, Kate lives on Lake Champlain with her family and loves reading, walking in the woods, and traveling. Visit her online at www.katemessner.com.; Title: Race to the South Pole (Ranger in Time #4) | [
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22,628 | 2 | FRANK LAMPARD is a professional soccer player for Chelsea FC and the England national team. He was voted England Player of the Year for two consecutive years, received the FWA Tribute Award, and was runner-up for the FIFA World Player of the Year and Ballon d'Or. He enjoys reading aloud to his two daughters, and the Frankie's Magic Soccer Ball series was inspired by stories he created for them. This is his first children's book series. Frank lives in London, England.; Title: Frankie's Magic Soccer Ball #2: Frankie vs. The Rowdy Romans | [
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22,629 | 2 | Gr 46After her parents' untimely death, Poppy lives a happy and normal life with her grandmother. When her grandma suffers a severe stroke, Poppy is moved into an uncomfortable children's home and her life changes for the worse. While sneaking out to visit her grandmother's nursing home, Poppy witnesses an armed robbery. She and the criminal get a good look at one another before he escapes. For her protection, the police send Poppy to stay with the mother of one of the detectives. Poppy connects with her new caretakers, befriends a troubled girl her own age, and visits an animal shelter where she falls for a dog scheduled to be put down. As she works to save the dog, she gains confidence in herself, and deeper insight into how the world works. She learns the importance of doing the right thing and trusting those who care about her. Dead or missing parents are a familiar device to put a young protagonist alone in the world. This is not the case with Poppy's parents. Despite having no memory of them, she thinks of them often and wonders about the circumstances of their deaths. Being an orphan isn't exciting and cool here. Readers who have experienced some of Poppy's hardships might find her path a little too easy. But those who have not will respond well to the chirpy first-person narration which keeps the tone light and accessible. The book explores some dark themes, but does so in a very gentle way.Amelia Jenkins, Juneau Public Library, AK --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.Missouri Mark Twain Readers Award winner (2016-17)Kansas William Allen White Children's Book Award winner (2016-2017); Title: A Million Ways Home | [
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22,630 | 0 | Lucille Colandro has written many books for children including the There Was An Old Lady series illustrated by Jared Lee.Jared Lee has illustrated more than 100 books for young readers. He has received awards from the Society of Illustrators, the Martha Kinney Cooper Ohioana Library Association, the National Cartoonists Society, and others. He lives in Ohio with his wife and a menagerie of dogs, cats, ponies, ducks, and a few unknown creatures.; Title: There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Sticker Book! | [
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22,631 | 0 | Katherine Cox lives in Brooklyn, New York with her cats Atticus and Sherlock. When she isn't out looking for a great mystery to solve, you can find her at a bookstore reading anything and everything.Illustrator Vanessa Newton trained at the Fashion School of Technology and the School of Visual Arts. She has illustrated many books for children, including MISTER AND LADY DAY, ONE LOVE, and LET FREEDOM SING. She and her husband live in Charlotte, North Carolina.; Title: Scholastic Reader Level 2: Katie Fry, Private Eye #1: The Lost Kitten | [
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22,632 | 2 | Gr 58Twelve-year-old Mark wants to climb a mountain before his imminent death from cancer, so he runs away to Mt. Rainier with only his faithful dog, Beau, to accompany him. In alternating chapters, Mark's best friend Jessie, at home, narrates her moral dilemma: should she honor his last request or reveal his location to the worried adults who would deny him his wish? As each event befalls Mark along his journey, Beau increasingly proves himself, while Jessie vacillates. Gemeinhart, a first-time author, keeps the pace with short, active chapters leading to a satisfying, if somewhat predictable, ending. Descriptions of place and character are good, the Northwest Washington setting palpable, and Mark's continuous descriptions of headaches and nausea, if a bit repetitive, can be chalked up to realism. The actions of the adult characters along the way are slightly less believable but suspension of disbelief is possible with such a compelling premise and Mark's ringing sense of confidence. Recommended for general purchase and for classroom structured reading. This will be especially interesting to capable but reluctant readers, particularly dog lovers.Rhona Campbell, Georgetown Day School, Washington, DCPraise for The Honest Truth:* "The many moments of heart-racing suspense, as well as the underlying gravity, may overwhelm faint-hearted readers; hardier ones will find it a gripping page-turner."- Publishers Weekly, Starred Review"Told in alternating first-person voices,Gemeinhart's heart-rending yet suspenseful novel tells the equally gripping stories of the boy who went to the mountain and the girl who stayed behind...Gemeinhart presents arousingly riveting two-hanky read." - Kirkus Reviews"Gemeinhart, a first-time author, keeps the pace with short, active chapters leading to a satisfying, if somewhat predictable, ending... Recommended for general purchase and for classroom structured reading. This will be especially interesting to capable but reluctant readers, particularly dog lovers." - School Library Journal; Title: The Honest Truth | [
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22,633 | 1 | PreS-Gr 1A big-eyed boy named Buzz and his lively (and talkative) pet fly, Fly Guy, are back in this zany Christmas Eve adventure. While feasting on milk and cookies, Fly Guy, having just heard a ninja bedtime story, channels his inner ninja and valiantly protects the house from a late-night intruder in a red suit. When Fly Guy discovers he has attacked Santa, he helps set things straight and even gets some gift assistance from the jolly old elf himself. VERDICT Fans of this incredibly popular easy reader series will thoroughly enjoy the seasonal antics of this installment, especially with its sparkly cover and ninja action.Madeline J. Bryant, Los Angeles Public Library; Title: Fly Guy's Ninja Christmas (Fly Guy #16) | [
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22,634 | 2 | FRANK LAMPARD is a professional soccer player for Chelsea FC and the England national team. He was voted England Player of the Year for two consecutive years, received the FWA Tribute Award, and was runner-up for the FIFA World Player of the Year and Ballon d'Or. He enjoys reading aloud to his two daughters, and the Frankie's Magic Soccer Ball series was inspired by stories he created for them. This is his first children's book series. Frank lives in London, England.; Title: Frankie's Magic Soccer Ball #4: Frankie vs. The Mummy's Menace | [
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22,635 | 2 | Gr 47Lily has little time for friends or activities since her life seems to revolve around her half-brother, Adam, who has autism. Life has not been easy. Her stepfather, Don, doesn't acknowledge that Adam needs to attend a special school, and Lily has yet to get over the grief of losing her mother in a car accident two years ago. When Don, an oncologist, receives a call about assisting with a young dolphin who has cancer, he eagerly agrees to help. Adam has a strong attachment to dolphins, and Don thinks this will be the panacea to cure all his troubles. Adam quickly bonds with the dolphin Nori, but Lily begins to suspect that life in captivity in a marine mammal park is not the best scenario for Nori. Rorby paints a vivid picture of life with a child with autism and the struggles a family can face. VERDICT This book will raise questions about the ethics of marine life attractions and leave readers rooting for Lily, an appealing narrator.Beth Cuddy, Seward Elementary School, Auburn, NYPraise for How To Speak Dolphin : "Perfect for readers looking for a book about animals in captivity or tweens making a difference." -- Booklist "In her newest exploration of animal-human relationships, Rorby's lonely, mature heroine faces tough but realistic situations. Siblings of children on the spectrum will identify with Lily [and] Dolphin lovers will appreciate this look at our complicated relationship with these marine mammals." -- Kirkus Reviews "Rorby paints a vivid picture of life with a child with autism and the struggles a family can face. This book will raise questions about the ethics of marine life attractions and leave readers rooting for Lily, an appealing narrator." -- School Library Journal Praise for Hurt Go Happy : Schneider Family Book Award Winner "This unusual and emotional story will intrigue animal lovers and those looking for a gripping family drama. The characters are well crafted… The novel is beautifully written and believable." -- Voices of Youth Advocates Praise for Lost in the River of Grass : "[An] authentic survival adventure... It's the identity questions as much as the taut rescue story that will resonate with readers." -- Booklist Praise for Dolphin Sky : *"Readers will dive right into this affecting first novel… Believable characters, convincingly portrayed relationships, a deeply moving plot and a wealth of intimate details… combine to make this debut a real winner." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review "[A] distinctive voice and well-developed characterization, a beautifully-evoked setting, and an emotionally satisfying conclusion." -- Kirkus Reviews "The characters are sensitively drawn….the issue of animal rights is provocatively and emotionally discussed." -- School Library Journal; Title: How to Speak Dolphin | [
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22,636 | 2 | Faceless is gorgeous and wrenching, full of gigantic questions and even more gigantic answers about love, identity and appearance. I'm sure I'll reread it many times, as I do with my favorites. It is a vivid, compelling, beautiful, immediate novel, and Alyssa Sheinmel's writing is so true, her characters so real, that they live on long after the last page is turned. -- New York Times bestselling author Luanne Rice[Sheinmel's] depiction of a disfigured adolescent girl,already searching for herself and now suddenly forced to accept this newenormity, is compelling...absorbing. -- Kirkus Reviews Fascinating... Maisie's struggle is certainly one that not many teens will have to face, but teens will identify with her struggle to accept that her old life is gone forever. The anger and grief that she feels is palpable and vividly expressed. Fans of R. J.Palacio's Wonder will also enjoy thisbook and relate to its similar theme about how phpalpableysical appearance does notdefine who you really are. -- VOYAA fascinating human portrait of a unique medical procedure,this work paints a complex picture of a young life impacted by a mammoth change. Maisie is a deeply sympathetic and human character despite the outrageous circumstances....Give this to fans of Trisha Leaver's The Secrets We Keep and other readersready for an all-too-gritty piece of realistic fiction. -- School Library JournalCompelling...Maisie's emotional torment is authentically conveyed. -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's BooksSheinmel's prose is accessible to a wide range of readers who, for whatever reason, find themselves struggling with differences. A touching reminder that real change is rarely skin deep. -- Booklist Online; Title: Faceless | [
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22,637 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2A simple story of household pet dynamics. Pepper is a big gray cat with green eyes that clearly convey his contentment with life. Sundays are for napping, Mondays for playing, Tuesdays are for annoying the dog, and then Wednesday arrives, and so does Poe, an eager white fluff ball of a kitten with adoring orange eyes. Suddenly, Poe is following Pepper around, playing with his toys, and taking up his favorite spaces. Finally, Pepper has had enough, but a big crash of home decor and a pitiable cry from Poe are enough to bring the two togetherby blaming it all on the dog. Preston-Gannon's digital illustrations convey texture, movement, and plenty of personality, and while the narrative feels familiar, the simple text with very few words per page and the predictable structure make this a good option for newly independent readers. Young audiences will certainly see their own pets, and potentially their siblings, in these two endearing characters. VERDICT While it doesn't break any new ground, this is a pleasantly satisfying romp that will appeal to a wide range of independent readers and should be a hit at storytime.Chelsea Couillard-Smith, Sacramento Public Library, CA* "Preston-Gannon perfectly depicts a young sibling relationship, with respect, wit, and empathy for both sides. True to her subjects, the ending is as hilarious as it is heartwarming, and it will leave readers clamoring for more. A sparkling addition to the new-sibling bookshelf." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review; Title: Pepper & Poe | [
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22,638 | 2 | Tom Jackson writes about history, technology, and more. He studied zoology at Bristol University and he lives in Bristol, England, with his wife and three children.; Title: Magic School Bus Presents: Sea Creatures: A Nonfiction Companion to the Original Magic School Bus Series (The Magic School Bus Presents) | [
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22,639 | 2 | Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen, the author and illustrator of the Magic School Bus books, have collaborated for twenty years, bringing humor and true kidlike curiosity to science and learning. Booklist heralded Ms. Frizzle as "the wackiest, wisest teacher in picture books." Two MSB titles have been named School Library Journal Best Books of the Year, and they have won countless state book awards, from New York to Nebraska.; Title: Magic School Bus Presents: Our Solar System: A Nonfiction Companion to the Original Magic School Bus Series | [
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22,640 | 2 | Toddler-PreS-Replace the word dragon with small child, and this becomes a very useful guide to dressing toddlers and preschoolers. "Catch him as he flies by./You may have to tickle-tackle him to the floor and give him belly kisses." As a round-headed child goes about the unhurried process of dressing his dragon, there is plenty of fun and affection. The characters delight in selecting superhero underwear, in putting clothes on the wrong body parts, and in finding opportunities to tickle. There is also the all too familiar tantrum when the dragon and his caretaker face off over the issue of shirts. "DRAGONS...DO...NOT...LIKE...SHIRTS!" Fortunately, this outburst quickly dissipates, and the pair decide to put on a cape instead. The cartoonish, spring-colored illustrations are well suited to the toddler-friendly text; cheerful whimsy and cuddly charm exude from both. VERDICT This book is a perfect fit for the younger set, ideal for storytimes and one-on-one sharing.-Rachel Anne Mencke, St. Matthew's Parish School, Pacific Palisades, CA(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.; Title: How to Dress a Dragon | [
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22,641 | 0 | Gr 48When Anderson searches the basement of his uncle's junk shop, he hopes to find a practice space for his band. Instead, he discovers a trunk containing a U.S. Navy peacoat from World War II, with a mysterious letter inside. Later that night, he is visited by the ghost of the jacket's owner-a young sailor who cannot remember what happened to him during the war. Together with his bandmates, Greg and Julie, Anderson races against the clock to search for answers before the ghost vanishes for good. Watkins does a fine job of weaving realistic and historical fiction elements with a good old-fashioned ghost story. The book devotes equal time to the central mystery and establishment of the main characters, their families, band, and shared nemesis. War, and the long-lasting impact for those who survive, is discussed in an age-appropriate manner, without glorifying the details or condemning either side. The pacing of the ghost's story is slow and sustained, with much of the history being provided through longer soliloquies after one of the trio conducts solo research (a bonus for teachers and librarians recommending the series to students).Nicole Signoretta Sutton, Kingston Elementary School, Cherry Hill, NJ; Title: The Secret of Midway (Ghosts of War #1) | [
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22,642 | 2 | Gr 46Maria has never understood her grandmother's affinity for spiders, but then Grandma Esme dies and leaves her a spider-shaped ring-and a mysterious note: "The spiders are your friends. Do not abuse their friendship." Soon Maria realizes that the ring enables her to control spiders, which means that she can ask them to fetch things for her, improve her wardrobe, and even take the school mean girl down a peg. However, the appearance of a mysterious man from her grandmother's past leads to the revelation that the Order of Anansi is bigger than Maria could have imagined, and that she's not the only one with a spider ring. When her best friend's long-lost aunt comes to town, it soon becomes clear that she is the Black Widow of the Order's legend, and that her hunger for power, and for all of the spider rings, could threaten Maria and her entire family. This is a well-paced fantasy for middle-graders who do not suffer from arachnophobia.Laurie Slagenwhite Walters, Brighton District Library, Brighton, MI; Title: The Spider Ring | [
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22,643 | 2 | Gr 13The prolific "Daisy Meadows" strikes again. Instead of magical fairies, this slim and sparkly new series features the magical talking animals of Friendship Forest. Lucy Longwhiskers, a fluffy bunny, is the doe-eyed star of the first book. Humans Lily and Jess must rescue her from the evil witch Grizelda. With more visual appeal than the "Rainbow Magic" books (Scholastic), this new series features shorter chapters, a larger typeface, and ample black-and-white line drawings. Be prepared; rabid Meadows fans will undoubtedly drive strong demand for this latest confection.; Title: Lucy Longwhiskers Gets Lost (Magic Animal Friends #1) | [
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22,644 | 12 | Gr 4 UpThis latest Basher creation focuses on significant figures throughout history dating back as far as 1258 BC with Ramses II and ending with Nelson Mandela's death in 2013. The book moves chronologically and covers a wide variety of people, such as Attila the Hun, Karl Marx, and plenty of presidents, scientists, explorers, and emperors. However, only six of the 40 figures are female. The page-length biographies include a colorful, first-person description of individuals and a time line of their lives, as well as their accomplishments, legacy, and significant relationships. Grant doesn't gloss over more unsavory details and is honest with readers about Elizabeth Cady Stanton's turbulent relationship with religion and Mandela's occasional use of violence to secure equal rights in South Africa. Basher's childlike, cartoon depictions of despots Josef Stalin and Adolf Hitler seem strange, almost lending a bizarrely comedic tone. This book should be taken for what it is: a quick-and-dirty jump into history. Even those who aren't history buffs will find the facts and first-person accounts highly readable and might even be encouraged to pick up a full biography of one of the individuals.Keith Klang, Port Washington Public Library, NY; Title: Superstars of History | [
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22,645 | 2 | Praise for Big News! (Emma is on the Air #1): "Emma is confident, outgoing and tenacious... [Her] lively personality is evident in the cartoonish black-and-white illustrations… [A]n entertaining series debut." --Kirkus Reviews "...Siegal's heroine has all the personality and persistence necessary for a career in front of a camera (or between the pages of a chapter book)." -- Publisher's Weekly  Ida Siegal is an award-winning journalist and on-air reporter at NBC’s flagship station in New York City, WNBC. She most recently won an Emmy award for her coverage of Super Storm Sandy. Ida also lives in New York City, with her husband and their two children. The Emma Is On the Air series marks her children’s book writing debut.; Title: Party Drama! (Emma is on the Air #2) | [
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22,646 | 2 | Praise for Big News! (Emma Is On the Air #1) "Emma is confident, outgoing and tenacious... [Her] lively personality is evident in the cartoonish black-and-white illustrations. [A]n entertaining series debut." -- Kirkus Reviews..".Siegal's heroine has all the personality and persistence necessary for a career in front of a camera (or between the pages of a chapter book)." --Publishers WeeklyThis is Emma Perez, and I'm ON THE AIR! I found a clue about a "lost princess" in the Jefferson Market library, and now I'm using my extra-famous reporter-detective skills to go undercover and find her!Emma has to learn an extra-special reporter trick: how to go undercover to solve a case! Can she find the "lost princess" at her library -- without getting into big trouble? Don't miss a minute!Emma Is On the Air; Title: Undercover! (Emma Is on the Air #4) | [
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22,647 | 2 | FRANK LAMPARD is a professional soccer player for Chelsea FC and the England national team. He was voted England Player of the Year for two consecutive years, received the FWA Tribute Award, and was runner-up for the FIFA World Player of the Year and Ballon d'Or. He enjoys reading aloud to his two daughters, and the Frankie's Magic Soccer Ball series was inspired by stories he created for them. This is his first children's book series. Frank lives in London, England.; Title: Frankie's Magic Soccer Ball #1: Frankie vs. the Pirate Pillagers | [
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22,648 | 2 | Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen, the author and illustrator of the Magic School Bus books, have collaborated for twenty years, bringing humor and true kidlike curiosity to science and learning. Booklist heralded Ms. Frizzle as "the wackiest, wisest teacher in picture books." Two MSB titles have been named School Library Journal Best Books of the Year, and they have won countless state book awards, from New York to Nebraska.; Title: Magic School Bus Presents: The Rainforest: A Nonfiction Companion to the Original Magic School Bus Series | [
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22,649 | 2 | Share the joys of becoming a big brother! With the arrival of a new baby comes many transitions, and big brothers may need a little extra tender loving care to adjust to a new family situation. This sweet story with adorable toddler illustrations by Caroline Jayne Church is just right to share with and prepare an older brother getting ready for an expanding family.; Title: I Am a Big Brother | [
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22,650 | 1 | "Little ones are invited to piece together a farm. Part book, part puzzle, all fun." --Kirkus Reviews"This is the perfect book to take on a trip or outing. The cut-out animal characters are attached to the book by lengths of colored ribbon so that they cannot get lost, and they can be placed in their farm world again and again." --Through The Looking Glass Children's Book ReviewYoung children and their parents will love this new Read and Play board book series.; Title: My Barnyard!: A Read and Play Book! | [
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22,651 | 1 | K-Gr 2Rhyming animal names with objects is a common early reader theme. There have been plenty of cats on mats and frogs on logs. But a lion on an iron? Apes on grapes? This playful book takes that theme to absurd extremes. The story, such as it is, starts with a cat telling a frog to sit on a log. The frog balks, and the cat explains that this is just how things work. "You're a frog, so you must sit on a log." The conversation flows from there. "'What about puffins?' asked the frog. 'Puffins sit on muffins,' said the cat. 'Puffins sit on muffins, snakes sit on cakes, owls sit on towels.'" At last the frog asks what dogs sit on. The cat responds, "'I was hoping you weren't going to ask that.'" The final page shows the frog being squished by a dog. Rhyming words are slightly larger and darker than the others, and the illustrations are as bright and silly as the text. VERDICT A fun and welcome addition to the world of rhyming animal books.Amelia Jenkins, Juneau Public Library, AK; Title: Frog on a Log? | [
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22,652 | 1 | Inbali Iserles is an award-winning writer and an irrepressible animal lover. She is one of the team of authors behind the New York Times bestselling Survivors series, writing under the pseudonym of Erin Hunter. Her first book, The Tygrine Cat, won the 2008 Calderdale Children's Book of the Year Award. Together with its sequel, The Tygrine Cat: On the Run, it was listed among The Independent's "50 books every child should read." Inbali attended Sussex and Cambridge Universities. For many years she lived in central London, where a fascination with urban foxes inspired her Foxcraft trilogy. She has recently moved to Cambridge with her family, including her principal writing mascot, Michi, who looks like an Arctic fox, acts like a cat, but is in fact a dog.; Title: The Taken (Foxcraft #1) | [
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22,653 | 2 | Gr 24This series opener introduces eight-year-old Emma, resident of Washington Heights, NY. Her most memorable trait, besides her Hispanic heritage, which comes up often in the bookespecially when she speaks in short Spanish phrasesis her great desire to be famous. She mentions it often, sings it, and chants it. It is the driving force behind the plot of the book, in which Emma learns how to be a TV reporter and starts an investigation of how a worm gets into a burger in the school cafeteria. The adults, including her father and her teachers, seem irritated by her need to be famous, and it has a similar effect on readers. Emma is an intelligent girl who learns real skills and takes initiative toward a goal, but it is all overshadowed by her annoying personality and relentless quest for fame. The writing, also, contains too much exposition and not enough description. There are too many exclamations, too many explanations, and not nearly enough character development. The design and illustrations will appeal to children, especially the large eyes and the bright cover, and the book is formatted and designed well. VERDICT Despite a good subject and plotline, the character of Emma is just too cloying to embrace.Shalini Miskelly, St. Benedict Catholic School, Seattle, WA; Title: Big News! (Emma is on the Air #1) | [
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22,654 | 6 | Fascinate your friends by completing an ordinary task in an extraordinary way. Learn to build 10 LEGO machines that can swing, pivot, roll, lift, and drop. Then connect, rearrange, and experiment with the machines to create a chain reaction. With this book in hand and a handful of basic bricks from your LEGO collection, the only other thing you'll need is a little imagination. Includes 80-page book of instructions, 33 LEGO pieces, instructions for 10 machines, 6 plastic balls, string, paper ramps, and other components.; Title: Klutz LEGO Chain Reactions Craft Kit | [
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22,655 | 0 | Gr 24Alexander finds an extra-large footprint and wonders what kind of monster leaves such a large impression. Along with friends Rip and Nikki, Alex must locate and battle the infamous P-Rex. With short chapters, simple sentences, an abundance of black-and-white drawings that help break up the text, this series title is ideal for newly independent readers. The quirky humor and fast-paced story line will keep them turning pages.; Title: Whack of the P-Rex: A Branches Book (The Notebook of Doom #5) | [
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22,656 | 2 | Gr 46Orphan Edie Wilson has been taken from her aging grandmother and sent to live with a negligent aunt and abusive cousins. When her mysterious and somewhat shady Cousin Charles offers her an opportunity to escape to an unusual boarding school, she jumps on it, even though it comes with some odd conditions. Cousin Charles works for an old-fashioned Russian aristocrat who fears his daughter is being bullied at school. Edie's task? Befriend and defend the Prince Stolonov's daughter, Anastasiaall while undercover. Befriending Anastasia is easy, and the two girls are soon close. Navigating King's Haddon boarding school, where the daughters of the wealthy live a throwback existence without access to phones or the internet, is more complicated, and Edie's loyalties are tested as she tries to find out what's really going on and whom she can possibly trust. Why does Anastasia keep losing her belongings, only to have them turn up hours later? Is she being gaslighted? And why does the kind, warm, and controlling headmistress of King's Haddon seem to know so much about Edie? In this self-consciously old-fashioned boarding school mystery, Kerr uses the frame of King's Haddon's strict rules to support the conventions of a thin plot, accented with pleasing nostalgic detail while maintaining a modern setting. The novel touches briefly on class issues but doesn't address them in a deep or meaningful way. Overall, the story is charming without being particularly engaging, reminiscent of Julie Andrews Edwards's Mandy (HarperCollins, 1990).Katya Schapiro, Brooklyn Public Library; Title: The Girl with the Glass Bird: A Knight's Haddon Boarding School Mystery | [
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22,657 | 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." -KirkusBrandon Mull is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Fablehaven and Beyonders series. As a kid, he had a dog, a cat, a horse, some goldfish (won at a school carnival), and briefly a tarantula (captured in his neighborhood). He now lives in Utah with his wife, four kids, and the family dog. Learn more about him at brandonmull.com.At 22, Billy Merrell is the youngest author to date published by the PUSH Imprint of Scholastic Inc.  Merrell, who grew up in Jacksonville, Florida, began writing poetry around eighth grade.  He had a better grasp of rhyme and meter than the other students in his classes, and as a result, the teacher began giving him more challenging poetry assignments rather than less expressive work.  It wasn’t until his sophomore year of high school that Merrell began to write about his own feelings, and recognized writing poetry as a liberating activity.Merrell is a graduate of the University of Florida with a B.A. in English.  During the summer, earlier in his college career, Merrell was hired as the first PUSH Writing Intern.  During this summer internship, Merrell came to New York City and began work on his first book.  The culmination of his work with PUSH is talking in the dark, a memoir composed of poetry that documents a story of growing up, coming out and exploring love.  As a gay man himself, Merrell sought to write a book that he felt could have been of use to him as a teenage boy coming out.  It is “an affecting memoir told in verse, this work launches a promising young poet….[Merrell’s] sophisticated verse and compelling story will capture attention as it stirs compassion.” —School Library Journal; Title: Spirit Animals: Special Edition: Tales of the Great Beasts | [
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22,658 | 1 | K-Gr 2Children who liked Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith's The Stinky Cheese Man (Viking, 1992) or The True Story of the Three Little Pigs! (Viking, 1989) will find that this fractured fairy tale is right up their alley. As Cat attempts to tell Dog the story of "Little Red Riding Hood," Dog constantly interrupts, asking questions and making comments. Cat snaps even before the wolf arrives and yells, "There's NO kindness ray, NO flying basket, and NO exploding eggs. She's just a sweet little girl with terrible fashion sense on her way to see her Grandmother." And on it goes until Dog's parting question, "Is Grandma still in the closet [hiding]?" At this point, Cat throws the book at him. In all fairness to Dog, Grandma's whereabouts after "Little Red Riding Hood's father arrived and chopped off the wolf's head with an axe!" is not specifically mentioned. The illustrations are simple, yet effective, black-and-white line drawings of Cat and Dog highlighted with color bits, such as the aforementioned axe (no blood), storybook, Red's basket, grandma's bed, etc. There is ample white space, allowing readers to focus on the words. Excellent use is made of bold type and capital letters for emphasis. Placement of text and illustrations varies from page to page, which helps to keep the story moving along. And make sure children don't miss the great comments about the endpapers on, where else, the endpapers. Great fun.Catherine Callegari, Gay-Kimball Library, Troy, NH; Title: The Cat, the Dog, Little Red, the Exploding Eggs, the Wolf, and Grandma | [
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22,659 | 0 | Gr 25Max, a budding entomologist, suddenly finds himself transported to an island where human-size, talking bugs and lizards are engaged in an all-out war. Max and his knowledge of all things insect-related may be the only hope to save the bugs from the lizard invaders. Action-packed, with occasional illustrations and lots of white space, this entry is ideal for newly independent and reluctant readers.; Title: The Lizard War (Battle Bugs #1) | [
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22,660 | 0 | Gr 36This mixed collection of 65 poems from comedian, actor, and musician Cannon varies in tone from the heartfelt to the flippant, hitting almost every note in between. While some of the offerings, such as "Lend Your Light" and "Put on a Smile," are very well done, others, such as "Farts or Burps" and "Bless You," are less successful. It is clear from the writing style that hip-hop culture has greatly influenced Cannon, and the illustrations (from Cannon and six street artists) also echo the urban influences, lending themselves well to the text. Without looking at the copyright page, it's difficult to discern which images are by which artist. VERDICT This title will find fans among those who pick it up because of the author's name recognition or those who have an interest in hip-hop culture.Ellen Norton, White Oak Library District, Crest Hill, ILNICK CANNON is a successful, multifaceted entertainer: film star, comedian, musician, writer, and the host of America's Got Talent.; Title: Neon Aliens Ate My Homework: And Other Poems | [
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22,661 | 6 | Gr 13A scarecrow with a sinister look is featured in this eerie fall time book. Every night as the moon glows, a scarecrow begins to come to life. "Hung from a post, a man made of straw/Moves a finger, a hand, an eyebrow, a jaw." After slipping out of his skin, he is a skeleton and is joined by other troublesome creatures to play. Games such as pumpkin bowling and double Dutch are shown as the goblins and ghouls eat treats, such as slimy fresh worms, all through the night. As the sun begins to shine, the creatures all return to where they came from. Myers's acrylic illustrations are truly spooky, especially when the scarecrow loses his skin, and could make the book a touch too scary for young ones. VERDICT This chilling fall book is perfect for elementary students who are not quite ready for Alvin Schwartz's Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark.Brooke Newberry, La Crosse Public Library, WI; Title: Scarecrow Magic | [
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22,662 | 2 | Gr 14In this new chapter book series, third-grader Ryan, who prefers to be called Rhino, loves baseball. He plays catch and practices hitting as often as he can with his grandfather. While at school, he and his best friend, Cooper, join a new lunch table where they also get to talk about dinosaurs. Rhino loves learning facts and then sharing them with his friends. One day Grandpa James signs him up for a little league baseball team, and Rhino couldn't be more excited. Then, he finds out that the meanest boy in his class is on the same team. Dylan takes every opportunity to belittle Rhino at school, in the neighborhood, and at practice. Rhino has some tough decisions to make about how to respond to Dylan and his taunts as he and his teammates prepare for their first practice game. The final satisfying chapters play out Rhino's first exciting game with the Mustangs. The simple black-and-white illustrations support the text. Readers will be anxious for the second installment to see how Rhino's first season plays out and to find out what becomes of him and his bully teammate. A solid purchase for most libraries.Nancy Jo Lambert, McSpedden Elementary Frisco, TX; Title: My New Team (Little Rhino #1) | [
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22,663 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1Young Max is a magician and quite a showman. This particular night, he is performing "his world-famous and death-defying PUTTING OFF BEDTIME FOR AS LONG AS POSSIBLE SHOW!" First, he makes his cup of milk and single cookie disappear extremely slowly, followed by taming a savage beast (the sedentary family dog), before being led up the stairs of doom. Next up is the "great disappearing boy trick," and other stall tactics such as dramatic and protracted teeth brushing, donning of pajamas, choosing his stuffed sleeping companions, and asking for 10 stories ("His mom says she'll read two.") As the lights dim, and the performer drifts off, readers are left to just imagine what tricks he is dreaming up for the new day. Told with all the verve and hyperbole of a Big Top ringleader, the high-octane story is sure to delight young listeners and even make weary parents crack a smile or two. Warburton's exuberant and colorful cartoon illustrations match the magician's energetic performance to a tee and include clever and fun typography and circuslike detail. Through it all, Max is an irresistible charmer. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, do try this act at home.Luann Toth, School Library Journal; Title: Max and the Won't Go to Bed Show | [
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22,664 | 2 | Gr 35When Hannah's best friend and next-door neighbor Sophie moves to Canada before the start of fifth grade, Hannah can't imagine life without her. Soon a new family moves in with a girl the same age as Hannah taking over Sophie's old room. After a rocky start, Hannah and Emme become fast friends, bonding over their shared love of palindromes and peanut butter and their dislike of pizza. Not everything is rosy as Hannah struggles to accept the new addition to her family and Emme deals with bullying at school. Mackler captures the ups and downs of close friendship as Hannah and Emme's relationship is challenged as they begin to discover their differences. The girls learn what it means to be a friend, in good times and bad. Mackler depicts modern families in an unobtrusive wayHannah's dad and stepmom are expecting a new baby and Emme has two moms. VERDICT Sure to find readers amongst young readers, this charming book will be a hit with fans of Meg Cabot's "Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls" series (Scholastic).Sarah Polace, Cuyahoga Public Library System, OH; Title: Best Friend Next Door | [
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22,665 | 2 | Gr 24A young girl named Lucy has been exchanging letters with Santa every Christmas since she was five. As she grows older, she begins to have questions. Why does his writing look like her mom's? How does he visit every house? She begins to put the pieces together, and she writes her mom a letter asking if she is Santa. Her mom writes her back that she is not Santa, that Santa teaches us to believe, and that he has help getting down all those chimneys by those whose hearts he has filled with joy. While Lucy is saddened by this coming-of-age moment, she is also inspired to carry on the spirit of Santa. The watercolor and mixed-media artwork is sweet and cheerful and sets just the right tone for the sensitive conversations. The letters that Lucy writes to Santa are contained in envelopes inside the book, which unfortunately are likely to get lost in a library setting. The story pulls at the heartstrings and provides the perfect words that many parents struggle to find. VERDICT Great for one-on-one sharing between parents and their children when it is time to discover the true meaning of Christmas.Sara Rebman, Los Angeles Public LibraryPraise for Love, Santa: *“…an elegant, relatable, and moving depiction of a family’s negotiation of a tricky childhood rite of passage.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review; Title: Love, Santa | [
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22,666 | 2 | K-Gr 2In the village of La Paz, everyone is constantly singing. So much happy noise eventually causes the townspeople to wish for a little peace and quiet. So they throw out the old mayor and bring in Don Pepe, who guarantees change. In a classic "be careful what you wish for" scenario, Don Pepe delivers on his word and successfully makes singing illegal. For seven years the village remains quiet, until along comes a saucy gallito, who happily crows aloud every morning. Angered, Don Pepe makes it his personal mission to silence the rooster once and for all. He takes away the rooster's food, family, and sunlight and even threatens death, but the gallito still crows, "Kee-kee-ree-KEE!" and eventually inspires the rest of La Paz to join him in his triumphant singing. Don Pepe leaves town, and the villagers return to their loud, joyful ways. Told with a storyteller's flair, the narrative reads like a folktale, while Yelchin's mixed-media illustrations are vibrant and perfectly suit the text. VERDICT A fun read-aloud for any library, especially ones looking for stories with Hispanic influence.Jasmine L. Precopio, Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh; Title: The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet! | [
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22,667 | 2 | Gr 8 UpThis debut novel introduces readers to gay teen Richard "Tretch" Farm, his straight best friend (and major crush), Matt, and their caring circle of family and friends in contemporary small-town U.S.A. Readers experience Tretch's turbulent emotions as well as the warmth of his close-knit extended family in this first-person narrative. Over the course of one eventful winter break, he goes from bullied, closeted, and secretive about his love of dance to out, proud, reconciled with his former tormentor, and rocking out on the dance floor. The ending's rushed resolution to several plot threads is hard to believe, yet it is preceded by many slow-moving scenes that detail Tretch's moment-by-moment longing for the unattainableand frankly somewhat boringMatt. VERDICT While not a necessary purchase, this is a friendly read for teens who enjoyed the sweetness in David Levithan's Boy Meets Boy (Knopf, 2005) or the small-town experience in Emily M. Danforth's The Miseducation of Cameron Post (HarperCollins, 2013).Sarah Stone, San Francisco Public Library; Title: Anything Could Happen | [
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22,668 | 2 | Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen, the author and illustrator of the Magic School Bus books, have collaborated for twenty years, bringing humor and true kidlike curiosity to science and learning. Booklist heralded Ms. Frizzle as "the wackiest, wisest teacher in picture books." Two MSB titles have been named School Library Journal Best Books of the Year, and they have won countless state book awards, from New York to Nebraska.; Title: Magic School Bus Presents: Polar Animals: A Nonfiction Companion to the Original Magic School Bus Series | [
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22,669 | 0 | Daisy Meadows has written over 200 books for children. Her Rainbow Magic series is a New York Times bestseller!; Title: Las Hadas de la Moda #1: Miranda, el hada de la belleza (Miranda the Beauty Fairy) (Spanish Edition) | [
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22,670 | 2 | Gr 7 UpCallie is the new girl, so when her new friends invite her on a camping and hiking trip, she can't say no, even though she has never been camping. The trip starts out fine, although a few spooky stories and her lack of outdoor experience have Callie on edge. Things begin to go south when the group gets hopelessly lost and it becomes obvious that there is someone following them. When the group meets a solo hiker who claims to know how to get to a trail and a cabin, they agree to follow him. Yet things continue downhill as their food dwindles, their trust of one another and their mysterious guide wears thin, and whatever is stalking them is closing in and threatening their lives. Most chapters end on a cliff-hanger, and entries from the stalker's "Recovery Journal" are interspersed throughout, so readers know that there is a killer but don't know the identity. Scott builds constant tension, and the novel's events unfold like a horror movie. There is some violence and a high body count, so this title is not for the faint of heart. This is a fast-paced thriller that will have readers on the edge of their seats.Ellen Norton, White Oak Library District, Crest Hill, IL; Title: What Waits in the Woods | [
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22,671 | 11 | Gr 7 UpA detailed, well-organized, and vividly illustrated history of Martin Luther King Jr.'s role in the civil rights movement and U.S. political historyand the killer who assassinated him. After introducing King, the first section of the book develops with a chapter for each year beginning with 1956 and continuing to April 23, 1967, the day that James Earl Ray escaped from prison. The second section gives a synopsis of Ray's early life and criminal history, describes his prison break, and details his wanderings before arriving in Los Angeles in November 1967. Swanson intersperses Ray's travels with a discussion of changes in King's work, specifically his opposition to the Vietnam War and his "Poor People's Campaign." The third section begins on March 17, 1968, as Ray and King both leave California. King headed to Memphis to support sanitation workers, and Ray followed and planned the murder. King's activities, private conversations, and public statements leading up to April 4, counter Ray's surveillance of King and preparations for the murder and his escape. The assassination unfolds moment-by-moment, as does Ray's flight from the scene. The final section covers responses to King's death from his friends and the public and efforts to apprehend his killer. Swanson includes a discussion of Ray's motives, theories regarding other conspirators, and analysis of Ray's claims of innocence, but his final words are a tribute to King's lasting legacy. The source notes are copious and clear enough to serve as a guide for continued study. VERDICT A top pick for YA history collections.Kelly Kingrey-Edwards, Blinn Junior College, Brenham, TXPraise for Chasing King's Killer: The Hunt for Martin Luther King Jr.'s Assassin:A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Young Adult Book of the Year* "Page-turning nonfiction that captures the tenor of the times with meticulous research and a trove of photographs. Exhaustive, exemplary backmatter further enhances the text. An important contribution to the understanding of a complex period in United States history that still reverberates today." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "....[James L. Swanson's] masterful work, akin to [his] previous success, Chasing Lincoln's Killer... takes on thriller pacing as it portrays, in alternating segments, King's ceaseless work with Ray's escape from prison and eventual plot to assassinate King.... This immersive history reveals, in gripping style, how one individual can impact history." -- Booklist, starred review* "An absorbing chronicle of the lead-up to and aftermath of the assassination of an American leader... Riveting." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review* "Detailed, well-organized, and vividly illustrated.... A top pick for YA history collections." -- School Library Journal, starred review"This new title is a smash hit.... [Swanson's] action-packed pages are captivating.... I would hand this to any reader-from the seasoned to the reluctant. There is something in this book for everyone." -- School Library Connection, highly recommended"A must-purchase for library collections." -- VOYAPraise for "The President Has Been Shot!": The Assasination of John F. KennedyA YALSA-ALA Excellence in Young Adult Nonfiction Award Finalist"Swanson brings the same immediacy and thrillerlike tension he achieved in Chasing Lincoln's Killer to this harrowing account of the Kennedy assassination."-- Publishers Weekly"Swanson charms readers with mesmerizing, little-known facts, making readers the experts and inspiring them to become historians and inquirers." -- VOYA Magazine"Reads like a thriller, with intense pacing and an engaging narrative." -- School Library Journal"Archival photographs, explicit diagrams of the assassination scene, source notes, and a bibliography that includes conspiracy-focused literature add further value to this strong addition to Kennedy titles." -- BooklistPraise for Chasing Lincoln's KillerAn ALA Best Book for Young AdultsBooklist Notable Children's BookRecommended as one of the top children's books about Lincoln by American History Magazine* "This account of Lincoln's assassination and the twelve-day search for his killer reads like a historical thriller."-- Publishers Weekly, starred review* "The rich details and suspense are ever present . . . It is a tale of intrigue and an engrossing mystery." -- School Library Journal, starred review"It's history that reads like a tragic thriller." -- USA Today; Title: Chasing King's Killer: The Hunt for Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Assassin | [
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22,672 | 2 | K-Gr 2In response to a letter from his Grandpa, Joe is happy to convince his grandfather that he deserves a special trip planned for later in the summer. He is definitely not forgetting about his schoolwork. Joe is reading, writing a book, solving word problems, studying history, and even learning cartography. What he doesn't mention is that he is learning all of this through his fascination with ice cream. Joe eats it and draws it, builds it and dreams it, and even knows the ins and outs of how it came to be. When Joe finds out where they are going on their special trip, it is the cherry on top of a fantastic summer. This book is fabulous for teachers introducing a unit on letter writing or research skills. The facts about how ice cream was invented are interesting and presented in a cartoonlike manner that children will find entertaining. Ss's illustrations are done in a beautiful rainbow of watercolor, making readers feel the warmth of summer and the cool delight associated with this delicious treat. Children will love finding all of the ways that ice cream is incorporated into each picture. VERDICT A great choice as a tool for teaching or simply as an enjoyable read.Amy Shepherd, St. Anne's Episcopal School, Middleton, DE; Title: Ice Cream Summer | [
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22,673 | 5 | Gr 35Pip Bartlett and her friend Tomas return in this sequel to Pip Bartlett's Guide to Magical Creatures. In her latest outing, Pip heads to the Triple Trident Unicorn competition to help her aunt, but soon she and Tomas find themselves attempting to train a high-strung, fearful unicorn and trying to discover who is cutting off unicorn tails in the stables. While most of the plot focuses on Pip's rather humorous training of Regent Maximus and the addition of a number of new magical creatures, the mystery element imbues the story with a bit of seriousness. The book contains guide entries that feature black-and-white illustrations of the various magical creatures, but the placement of the drawings doesn't always line up with the text, making it necessary for readers to do some page flipping. VERDICT Those who enjoyed the previous title will be anxious to pick up this volume, and those who have not read the first installment will quickly find themselves immersed in Pip's world, charmed by the creatures and Pip and her friends and family.Heather Webb, Worthington Libraries, OHPraise for Pip Bartlett's Guide to Magical Creatures "Will delight readers who prefer their stories with a fantastic flair." -- Booklist"Promised sequels will cheer fans who are bummed by how quickly they zip through this warm, creative first outing." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Stay tuned for more hilarious ructions... [Pearce and Stiefvater] carry it off with aplomb."-- Kirkus Reviews"Fans will delight in Pip's humorous adventures." -- Publishers Weekly; Title: Pip Bartlett's Guide to Unicorn Training | [
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22,674 | 2 | Daisy Meadows has written over one hundred books for children. Her RAINBOW MAGIC series is a New York Times bestseller!; Title: Mae the Panda Fairy: A Rainbow Magic Book (The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #1) | [
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22,675 | 2 | PopPreS-Gr 2When three friends meet on a rainy day, none can agree on what to play. The first wants to be a royal princess, making royal rules and riding royal unicorns. The second chooses to be a magical fairy, conjuring spells and flying over rainbows. The third prefers to be a ballerina, soaring high above the stage as a graceful swan while an imaginary audience cheers. Even the idea of a contest fails to help them agree, as they argue over whether it should be a flying, throne-sitting, or balancing contest. Angry and disappointed, the girls sulk on opposite corners of the room until the lure of raindrops and puddle stomping entices them to spend the day, hand-in-hand, outside. All ardent fans of anything connected to the regal, magical, and fancifully graceful world of princesses, fairies, and ballerinas will surely gravitate to this story, which further demonstrates how compromise is necessary for any friendship to work. Murguia's gentle pastel colors in varied shades of blue, green, and pink are further enhanced by the sparkly colors on the cover page. One of the most memorable parts of the book is when each friend thrusts forth a symbol of her personal favorite: a blue tiara, a green wand, and a pink toe shoe. There are an abundance of picture books about princesses, fairies, and ballerinas, but fewer that unite all three. VERDICT A surefire hit that should magically fly off the library shelves and emerge a royal success.Etta Anton, Yeshiva of Central Queens, NYPraise for Princess! Fairy! Ballerina! "Murguia uses a light touch to explore the frustrations that can result when compromises are nowhere to be found, telling the story through the girls' increasingly combative dialogue and airy pencil-and-watercolor artwork that draws out the magical possibilities in each of their pretend-play interests." -- Publishers Weekly"Watercolor illustrations against a white background depict three expressive and energetic girls who are able to work out their differences, even if they need green amphibian assistance... Readers will enjoy the story of three girls who expand their play possibilities." -- Kirkus Reviews"This picture book will quickly find its audience." - Booklist"A surefire hit that should magically fly off the library shelves and emerge a royal success." -- School Library JournalPraise for Zoe Gets Ready "The cartoon simplicity matches the light text and gentle humor, and sparkles on the cover accent the many outfits with great pizzazz. Add this one to the growing list of fun stories for young ladies with style." -- School Library Journal"With layers of meaning, a spunky, fun-loving heroine, and clever use of the butterfly motif throughout, this one is a keeper." -- Booklist"Hard to resist." -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for Zoe's Room (No Sisters Allowed) "Zoe's abundant curiosity shines from the top of her crown to the bottom of her stretched tippy-toes." -- Kirkus Reviews"Soft-hued pen-and-ink and watercolor illustrations... charmingly depict the age old dilemma of learning to compromise." -- School Library JournalPraise for Zoe's Jungle "This endearing picture book is a lively addition to the Zoe series." -- Booklist"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... Children will enjoy." -- School Library Journal; Title: Princess! Fairy! Ballerina! | [
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22,676 | 2 | Gr 7 UpRiya and Abby have been friends since preschool, but Riya moving to Germany for a year has drastically changed their relationship. An argument has severely damaged their bond. In an attempt to fix things, Riya suggests Abby join her on her Grand Tour of Europe, paid for by Riya's grandmother. The girls meet in Florence, each one ready to try to heal the rift. They're joined by Riya's older cousin Neel, their chaperone. Many things have changed for them in the year they've been apart: Abby's parents announced their divorce, and she has spent the last few months taking care of her father. Riya had a much harder time adjusting to a foreign country than she thought, but she's found an outlet and new friends to help her decide her future. The pair travel to Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Scotland, Iceland, and finally England. Along the way, the girls reveal their secrets and heartaches and struggle to find balance and a new way forward. Told from both teens' points of view in alternating chapters, this is a vivid story of growing older and apart. The protagonists' personalities come off the page and are distinct. There are few secondary characters, but they are also well-developed, although Riya and Abby are at the novel's center. Recommend to readers who enjoy realistic fiction, alternating voices, and novels about friendship and forgiveness. VERDICT A general purchase for light, friendship-focused YA collections.Natalie Struecker, Atlantic Public Library, IA; Title: The Wonder of Us | [
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22,677 | 2 | Gr 57Nora has always loved Paris. During her weekly visits with her beloved grandmother Sylvia, they discuss the best shops, foods, shopping, and sightseeing in the City of Light. Just months before their first trip together for Nora's 12th birthday, Sylvia is hit by a car and dies. While cleaning up her home, Nora discovers a trunk with a locked box, three plane tickets to Paris and a treasure hunt-seven sealed envelopes addressed to Nora and a map of Paris with six pink dots. After some convincing, Nora's mother, Faye, long estranged from Sylvia, agrees to the trip. On their first day in Paris, Nora secretly embarks on the treasure hunt. At the first location she is dismayed to discover that she can not receive the treasure without her mother. After encountering the same circumstance at several other places, she comes clean and reveals the truth to her mother. A light and frothy Parisian adventure with hints of emotional heft. Nora's grief and connection with her mother are dealt with deftly and tied up neatly by the end. This quick read will appeal to Francophiles and reluctant readers alike.Kefira Phillipe, Nichols Middle School, Evanston, IL; Title: My Secret Guide to Paris | [
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22,678 | 2 | “From the Stone Age to any age everyone loves a good laugh ... and a pet stegosaurus. Adele Griffin has 'thunk' up a winner and Mike Wu's cave drawings are perfectly prehistoric.” –A Neanderthal Reader (Jack Gantos)This laugh-out-loud cave-tastic adventure is bursting with heart, humor and imagination. You're going to love it. Oona ROCKS!" –Sarah Mlynowski, New York Times bestselling author of the Whatever After seriesAdele Griffin is the highly acclaimed author of numerous books for middle grade and young adult readers. Her novels Sons of Liberty and Where I Want to Be are both National Book Award finalists. Her popular Witch Twins and Vampire Island series have each been made into Disney movies. Adele’s thriller Loud Awake and Lost was hailed by Booklist as “exquisite” in a starred review. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, with her husband and two children.Mike Wu is a top animator, working first for Walt Disney and then Pixar Studios, where he animated such Oscar winners as The Incredibles and Toy Story 3, among others, including Brave, Ratatouille, and Up. He is also the co-founder of Tiny Teru, a baby and toddler boutique featuring all hand-drawn items. Mike lives in Southern California with his family.; Title: Steg-O-Normous (The Oodlethunks, Book 2) | [
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22,679 | 2 | K-Gr 2In this peculiar tale, two scarecrows decide to get married and have a big wedding. They gather everything on their list that they need for the celebration but realize that the pink flowers are missing. So off Harry O'Hay goes to find a field of flowers for his bride, Betty O'Barley. Meanwhile, the farmer notices that Harry is missing and brings home a new scarecrow, Reginal Rake, to take his place. The newcomer promptly begins to woo Betty and tries to impress her by making smoke rings with a cigar. This leads to an unfortunate incident in which she ends up on fire. Thankfully, Harry appears: "'Betty!' cried Harry. 'My own future wife!'/He poured on the waterand saved Betty's life." This story is told through simple rhyming couplets that are intended for young children, but the plot isn't satisfying. The author may have been trying to promote an anti-smoking message; unfortunately, it is lost in the disconcerting image of the scarecrow burning. The pictures are done in bright and vibrant colors outlined in black. Strictly additional.Megan McGinnis, Sachem Public Library, Holbrook, NY; Title: The Scarecrows' Wedding | [
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22,680 | 1 | Ellen Miles loves dogs, which is why she has a great time writing Puppy Place books. And guess what? She loves cats, too! That's why she came up with a series called Kitty Corner. Ellen lives in Vermont and loves to be outdoors every day, walking, biking, skiing, or swimming, depending on the season. She also loves to read, cook, explore her beautiful state, play with dogs, and hang out with friends and family. Visit her web site at www.EllenMiles.net.; Title: Daisy (the Puppy Place #38) | [
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22,681 | 2 | Gr 59Jackson Greene claims to have sworn off heists once and for all, but he keeps getting blamed for them. When the school gets flooded, he and his friends are accused of pulling a prank. Soon after, a group of students from their school claim that they have proof that Jackson and his friends did it. In order to keep the video from being leaked to the principal, Jackson and his friends have to pull off the impossible: they must break into Mrs. Clark's room and steal a copy of her infamously hard end-of-term test. Will Jackson and his friends succeed or get caught red-handed? Who is blackmailing them? What is the blackmailer really after? This sequel is even better than the first book, The Great Greene Heist (Scholastic, 2014). It has more depth and character development, and the plot is complex and engaging. Although it is recommended that kids read the first one, this book can also be enjoyed as a stand-alone. VERDICT Those who enjoy realistic fiction with action, mystery, and humor will have a hard time putting this novel down.Kira Moody, Whitmore Public Library, Salt Lake City, UT; Title: To Catch a Cheat: A Jackson Greene Novel | [
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22,682 | 0 | Praise for OodleThunks: "Animation artist Wu's expressive drawings neatly bring this new modern Stone Age family's antics to life. Prehistoric? More like pre-hysterical."- Kirkus"Wu's hilarious charcoal drawings are sure to elicit giggles from young readers, adding levity to this classic story of sibling rivalry and neighborhood bullies"- Booklist; Title: Oona Finds an Egg (The Oodlethunks #1) | [
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22,683 | 5 | Gr 35In this promising series opener, nine-year-old Pip has the unique ability to communicate with magical creaturesbut no one believes her. After the "Unicorn Incident" ruins Career Day at her Atlanta elementary school, Pip is sent to small-town Cloverton to stay with her aunt. Aunt Emma is a veterinarian to magical creatures, and even though she doesn't believe in Pip's ability either, she is willing to let Pip help out around the clinicespecially when an invasion of fireball Fuzzles threatens the town. With the help of her cousin Callie (a fan of musicals) and her new friend Tomas (who is allergic to everything), Pip must use her knowledge and imagination to save the town from fire and the Fuzzles from extermination. VERDICT Fast-paced and sprinkled with diagrams of magical creatures and whimsical details (like Tomas's tendency to exhibit allergic reactions such as hiccuping colorful bubbles or floating), this younger middle-grade offering from Pearce and Stiefvater will please fantasy and animal story fans alike.Laurie Slagenwhite Walters, Brighton District Library, Brighton, MI; Title: Pip Bartlett's Guide to Magical Creatures | [
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22,684 | 1 | Gr 57In this seventh book of the wacky and wildly popular mystery series, Griffin Bing and his friends take part in a competition for aspiring inventors. High jinks and humor abound in this fast-paced, dialogue-heavy adventure when the government gets involved. Korman also folds in some light commentary on gender and stereotypes, with a bit of a rift developing in Griffin's social circle over his assumption that tech-savvy Melissa will use her skills to help him rather than focus on her own invention. Fans are in for a rip-roaring good time.; Title: Unleashed (Swindle) | [
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22,685 | 15 | Named "Best New Book of 2016" on The Children's Book Review January 2016 round-up list.; Title: All Year Round | [
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22,686 | 2 | Gr 4 UpA powerful celebration of Martin Luther King Jr., set against the last few months of his life and written in verse. Divided into three sections, ("Daylight," "Darkness," and "Dawn"), Andrea Davis Pinkney's poems focus on the winter and spring of 1968, from King's birthday on January 15 through the horror of his assassination on April 4 and end with a tribute to his legacy of hope on Easter Sunday, April 14. The poems begin broadly, painting a portrait of spring emerging in Memphis as garbage collectors fight against discriminatory wage policies, ultimately bringing King to that city to organize and uplift the movement. But as the last moments of King's life tick away, the narrative zooms in, detailing the emotional beats of his final public speeches, the feverish exhaustion of long days and nights away from home, and the relief of stolen moments of leisure with his closest friends. Throughout, the crowds filling churches seeking inspiration and bravely marching in the face of violence are as much a part of the story as King himself. Brian Pinkney's watercolor, gouache, and India ink illustrations convey warm moments of victory and joy, as well as the darkness and chaos of loss, through swirls of color. Impressionistic brush-stroke portraits of King alternate with spreads full of faces listening, marching, and mourning. Back matter includes author and artist reflections, a time line, and additional historical information with photographs. VERDICT Beautifully illustrated and begging to be read aloud, this poetry collection is an exceptional classroom tool for civil rights lessons and offers much for individual readers to linger over.Chelsea Couillard-Smith, Hennepin County Library, MN; Title: Martin Rising: Requiem For a King | [
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22,687 | 1 | Scholastic Books - Every Day Birds Young readers are fascinated with the birds in their world. Every Day Birds helps children identify and learn about common birds. After reading Every Day Birds, families can look out their windows with curiosity, recognizing birds and nests and celebrating the beauty of these creatures!; Title: Every Day Birds | [
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22,688 | 7 | Praise for Whatever After:"An uproariously funny read. The swift pace of the tale and non-stop action . . . will enchant readers from the first page." -- Kirkus Reviews"Hilarious . . . with unexpected plot twists and plenty of girl power." -- Booklist"Giddy, fizzy, hilarious fun!" -- Lauren Myracle, author of Luv Ya Bunches"Tons of fractured fairy tale fun!" -- Meg Cabot, author of Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls and The Princess Diaries"The feminist in me adored it, and the mother in me loved how my daughter would long to cuddle in close as we read together." -- Danielle Herzog, blogging for The Washington PostSarah Mlynowski is the New York Times bestselling author of the Whatever After series, the Magic in Manhattan series, Gimme a Call, and a bunch of other books for tweens and teens, including the Upside-Down Magic series, which she is cowriting with Lauren Myracle and Emily Jenkins. Originally from Montreal, Sarah now lives in the kingdom of Manhattan with her very own prince charming and their fairy-tale-loving daughters. Visit Sarah online at www.sarahm.com and find her on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter at @sarahmlynowski.; Title: Beauty Queen (Whatever After #7) | [
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22,689 | 6 | ToddlerA clean, graphic introduction to basic traffic symbols, reinforced with lift-the-flap signs. The simple conceit is a car ride from home, down a one-way street, through three traffic lights (green, yellow, and red) and a stop sign, across some railroad tracks, past a school, and on to the playground. Kids can trace the car's route with their fingers and open the sturdy, appropriately shaped signs. A fun and practical presentation.; Title: Red Light, Green Light | [
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22,690 | 2 | Gr 46It's autumn of 1976, and Sunny has just entered middle school. Her older brother, Dale, has been sent to boarding school to help with his drug problem, and life isn't the same at home. But Sunny tries to stay positive. She and her best friend plan their Halloween costumes, watch popular TV shows, listen to records, and read comics. When Dale returns home for Thanksgiving, he's angry that his family sent him away. With some sage advice from Gramps, Sunny learns that she can't always fix everything but that offering her brother love and support may be enough. Fans of Sunny Side Up will adore this sequel, which provides enough background for new readers to jump right in. The exaggerated, cartoonlike artwork strikes the right balance of humor and heart, candidly conveying Sunny's emotions. References to 1970s pop culture, such as General Hospital and pet rocks, add authenticity. The Holms are realistic about Sunny's complicated family situation yet imbue the upbeat narrative with hope. VERDICT A must-have for middle grade graphic novel collections.Marissa Lieberman, East Orange Public Library, NJ; Title: Swing it, Sunny | [
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22,691 | 2 | K-Gr 3Ss's latest picture book fuses an episode from his childhood with the plot of Robinson Crusoea favorite novel when he was young. Sequential panels lead to full-bleed double spreads as the first-person accounts describe the way a group of five diverse friends play pirates in every conceivable setting, from a backyard tent to the bathtub. When the school costume party is announced, the collective choice is obvious, until Peter's mother suggests that he go as Crusoe. The ensuing dramacontrasting the boy's anticipation about wearing the lovingly crafted outfit with embarrassment as the friends (unfamiliar with the story) tease himis one that will resonate with many readers. A dream sequence follows the boy's retreat to his room, where the bed becomes a boat, and he floats "in and out of hours, or maybe days." The artist's signature meticulously detailed watercolor and ink scenes become looser, stylized, the colors more saturatedthink Matisse's Fauve period. Peter enters lush landscapes, a maze of tropical fruit and wild creatures, and nurturing green and blue scenes of exquisite beauty. He takes on the persona of his favorite protagonist, "owning" the costume at last. Ever on the lookout for pirates, he makes peace with his friends in a deeply satisfying conclusion. Visual references to earlier books, nods to Maurice Sendak, and a photograph with the author's note describing the incident that inspired this tale all provide depth and insight. VERDICT Ss's ability to represent and resolve the theater unfolding in children's minds is unparalleled. A brilliant adventure to share one-on-one or with a small group.Wendy Lukehart, District of Columbia Public Library; Title: Robinson | [
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22,692 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1Papa offers to tell the kids a bedtime story. Grace, the brave older child, wants it to be creepy and scary. Younger Walter doesn't feel the same way. His sister assures him that all will be fine. She will have her wand with them for protection. Papa starts the story with the two children going for a walk in the forest on a dark night. This is a bit too scary for Walter, so Papa adds harmless fireflies. Unfortunately, they're not creepy enough for Grace, so her father introduces all kinds of other creatures. When footsteps and shadows enter the tale, Walter hopes Grace's wand will keep them away, but she is unsure about its ability to help. As the narrative progresses, the children's fear brings them closer together and their courage grows. It's difficult to find a bedtime story that is good for all ages, especially when one child wants it to be scary. This book does a good job of balancing gentle and slightly scary details. The background during the bedtime story is dark and muted. The illustrations of the children are bright enough to stand out against the murkiness. The contrasting text differentiates the characters' voices from the bedtime story their father is telling. The children's expressions are well portrayed, from happy to frustrated to somewhat frightened. Even the family dog gets in on the act. VERDICT This is a fun bedtime, or anytime, selection for young ones.Barbara Spiri, Southborough Library, MA; Title: The Too-Scary Story | [
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22,693 | 0 | Praise for Geronimo Stilton books:"Lightning pace and full-color design with hook kids in a flash." -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLYGERONIMO STILTON is the publisher of The Rodent's Gazette, Mouse Island's most famouse newspaper. In his spare time, Mr. Stilton enjoys collecting antique cheese rinds, playing golf, and telling stories to his nephew Benjamin. He lives in New Mouse City, Mouse Island. Visit Geronimo online at www.scholastic.com/geronimostilton.; Title: Geronimo Stilton #60: The Treasure of Easter Island | [
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22,694 | 2 | Gr 46In this opening book of this new multiplatform series, sickly Alex Sennefer knows much about Ancient Egypt because his mom is an expert who works for New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art. She and her colleagues have discovered the Lost Spells from the Egyptian Book of the Dead, which are coveted by a dark society of evil, undead Egyptian souls. When Alex's mother uses one of the spells to save his life, she unknowingly sets in motion a global reaction that finds blood raining down in London, undead things rising all over the world, and a scorpion epidemic in New York City. When she and the Spells disappear, Alex, his best friend Ren, and a mysterious scientist must try to find them while working against black magic and ancient evil. The plot moves quickly and will appeal to reluctant readers looking for adventure, danger, and minimal character development. There is also an online game component.B. Allison Gray, Goleta Public Library, CA; Title: Book of the Dead (TombQuest, Book 1) | [
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22,695 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1Willy, a young gorilla, longs to be something else. A lion? A billy goat? A walrus? Each time Willy tries to emulate one of his fellow zoo animals, he is disappointed to find out he is still a gorilla. This bright and vibrant story is a fun read, and children will delight in inferring what animal comes next. The graphic-style digital artwork is cheerful and engaging. This silly read-aloud explores print awareness as well as rhyme. Illustrations and font are large, which adds to the creativity of the story and allows the book to work well when shared with a group. Text is minimalistic and done in various colors. Children will love the repetition, chiming in on the refrain, "No. Still a gorilla!" VERDICT A surefire selection for a lively animal-themed storytime. A must-have.Megan McGinnis, Sachem Public Library, Holbrook, NY; Title: Still a Gorilla! | [
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22,696 | 2 | Praise for Sunny Side Up : * "Funny, poignant, and reassuringly upbeat." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review * "A humorous yet emotional story with a memorable protagonist and detailed full-color art that make this a perfect choice for fans of Raina Telgemeier." -- School Library Journal, starred review * [Holms] encourages young readers sharing a similar struggle to reach out (as Sunny eventually does) to the responsible adults in their lives.* -- The Horn Book, starred review “Heartbreaking and hopeful, Sunny Side Up is just the thing to chase away the clouds.” --Raina Telgemeier, creator of Smile and SistersJennifer L. Holm is the New York Times bestselling and three-time Newbery Honor Winning author of multiple novels for young readers. With her brother Matthew, Jennifer created the graphic novel series Babymouse and Squish. She lives in California. Matthew Holm was born and raised in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and has been drawing comics since he was in middle school. With his sister, Jennifer, Matthew created the graphic novel series Babymouse and Squish. He lives in Portland, Oregon.; Title: Sunny Side Up | [
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22,697 | 0 | Gr 47Spradlin's latest foray into the fictional past revolves around two brothers who board the U.S.S. Indianapolis having already led more dramatic lives than many readers will have ever known. Searching for parents that may or may not be alive, Patrick, the elder of the two brothers, must fight to keep the pair alive with help from the wisdom and guidance of Benny, a tough Marine with a gentle side. The events turn from bad to worse to worst as sharks and Marines fight for survival in the Pacific Ocean. Spradlin's story is paced extremely well. The characters will hook readers, the plot will grip them, and the factual pieces will create a desire to learn more about the true events behind this fictionalized tale. The shark behavior is, at times, a bit too extreme to be plausible. Still, the story is enjoyable and reveals a tender theme about the power of the human spirit. Patrick finds strength and courage from unusual sources and manages the impossible in order to save his brother and himself. VERDICT A marvelous fit in a social studies class, this novel would work well as a companion text to a World War II unit and will engage and connect students to the past.Chad Lane, Easton Elementary, Wye Mills, MD; Title: Into the Killing Seas | [
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22,698 | 2 | Gr 9 UpMatt and his childhood friend John have summer jobs in the Hamptons before their last year of high school. The summer has gone well, and there are only a few weeks left before school starts again. Matt will return to the selective public school in Manhattan that he has attended since freshman year, and John to the neighborhood public school. Matt hopes to get into Yale, where he wants to major in forestry so he can man a solitary outpost away from people. John wants to get his certification as an electrician like his father. Hoping to make some extra money on their day off, the boys take a couple coolers and fill them with sodas and ice cream bars and head to the beach. They meet Driana, Joo, and Estefania. What should have been a brief and anonymous exchange alters their lives when Driana invites them to a party she's having. Estefania decides to go out surfing at midnight and thus begins a tragic series of events. Clues about the characters are revealed in a leisurely manner, leaving readers to guess about their true intentions. This contrasts with the rapidity in which the plot progresses, evidenced by Matt's immediate willingness to help people he met only a short time before. VERDICT Recommend to teens who enjoyed Matt de la Pea's The Living (Delacorte, 2013) and other survival stories.Suanne B. Roush, formerly at Osceola High School, Seminole, FL; Title: Adrift | [
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22,699 | 2 | K-Gr 2What could be better than a tale of treasure and pirates at sea? Dinosaurs swabbing the decks. To the rhythm of rhyming verse, a young recruit struggles to master the tasks of a simple sailor under the tyrannical rule of Captain Rex on a ship steered by Bronto Beard, navigated by the sharp-eyed Velocimate, and served daily meals prepared by Triceracook. Unfortunately, there's a traitor on boardan underhanded pterosaur on flight from another ship, leading them blindly into ambush. Only the smallest pirasaur can see a solution to help both crews find the treasure coveted by each. Angular and toothily aggressive depictions of the pirasaur crew bring the digital cartoons to life. Shadows over a treasure map emphasize the minute hero as he nervously points to the X that marks treasure, while strong profiles of crew members catch the eye. Young readers may test their knowledge of dinosaurs and pirate traditions to identify a crew member or create the next zany pirasaur adventure on the high seas. VERDICT A rip-roaring read-aloud for storytime or small group sharing.Mary Elam, Learning Media Services, Plano ISD, TX; Title: Pirasaurs! | [
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