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24,000 | 2 | Established in July 2013 in a merger between Penguin and Random House, Penguin Random House, with nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, more than 15,000 new titles published each year, and close to 800 million print, audio, and eBooks sold annually, is the worlds leading trade book publisher. Like its predecessor companies, Penguin Random House is committed to publishing adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print editions and is a pioneer in digital publishing. Its publishing lists include more than 60 Nobel Prize laureates and hundreds of the worlds most widely read authors.Shane Johnson, a writer and graphic artist, has authored several books and magazine articles concerning the special effects and set designs of motion pictures and television series. He served as a design consultant for the HBO miniseriesFrom the Earth to the Moonand also directed the documentaryApollo13:Flight for Survival.He and his wife, Kathy, and their son, Daniel, make their home in Texas.; Title: Ninja Dad! (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) (Step into Reading) | [
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24,001 | 7 | Frank Berrios is a former comic book editor at DC Comics and a widely published childrens book author, editor, and illustrator.He's written many Little Golden Books, including Football with Dadand Soccer with Mom, as well as Poppy's Party (DreamWorks Trolls).Erik Doescher is an illustrator. His works include Batmans Birthday Surprise! and Batmans Hero Files. ; Title: Batman's Birthday Surprise! (DC Super Friends) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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24,002 | 2 | Gr 36Ivy and Grandmother live in a not-so-tidy cottage on the edge of a very neat town. They are happily different from the townsfolk and nurse sick animals back to health. But when the newly crowned queen announces a contest for best town, the citizens are convinced that they can't win if their town isn't perfect, and they want the animals to leave. Now Ivy, Grandmother, and their menagerie may be forced to change who they are or leave town. In this story full of sweet, likable characters, readers will find a timeless lesson about appreciating people for their kindness and values rather than for their outward appearances. A smattering of animals, both real and mythical, make for a nice bit of whimsy. However, the characters are fairly one-dimensional and as such are very predictable. The plot is simple and linear, with no surprises. The book is written in a similar way as old fables, and the moral lesson is well presented but not overbearing. VERDICT A fine supplemental purchase for large collections.Elizabeth Speer, Weatherford College, TXPraise forThe Cottage in the Woods:Charming and engaging. . . . Beautifully written. School Library Journal, starred reviewAs rich with characters from folklore as it is full of heart. The Wall Street Journal; Title: Ivy | [
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24,003 | 0 | Raymond Arroyo is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning producer, and lead anchor and managing editor of EWTN News. As the host of The World Over Live, he is seen in nearly 300 million homes internationally each week. He is also founder of Storyented, a large-scale literacy initiative. When not in Perilous Falls, he can be found at home in New Orleans with his wife and three children. You can follow him on Facebook and on Twitter at @RaymondArroyo.; Title: Will Wilder #2: The Lost Staff of Wonders | [
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24,004 | 1 | In 1942, the launch ofLittle Golden Booksrevolutionized childrens book publishing by making high-quality picture books available at affordable prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original Golden Book titles are still wildly popular, with The Poky Little Puppy topping the list of ten bestselling childrens books of all time.Golden Books backlist is teeming with classics such as Dorothy Kunhardts Pat the Bunny, and features the stories and artwork of childrens book legends Mary Blair, Margaret Wise Brown, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkins, Garth Williams, and many more.Today, the Golden Books imprint includes an array of storybooks, novelty books, and coloring and activity books featuring all of the most popular licenses, including Disney, Nickelodeon, Barbie, Thomas & Friends, The Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street, Marvel Super Heroes, and DC Super Friends. Golden Bookscontinues to reissue the best of its backlist in a variety of formats, including ebooks and apps, as well as bringing out brand-new books in these evolving new formats.; Title: Puptacular Rescues! (Paw Patrol) | [
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24,005 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2The sweetness of this book will entice readers young and old. Reagan provides guides to basic school rules, celebrations like 100 Days and class plays, and even the bittersweet moment of moving up a grade. These are meant to put kids at ease with school situations and let them know they're not alone. As the most recent edition in the "How To" series, this book plays to adult readers, amusing parents, while giving kids a light structure for their student experience, and reflecting gently but profoundly on the special role that teachers play in their students lives. Though the flow of the book is a bit unfamiliardefinitely a "how to" rather than a narrativeit is an effective method to build empathy and appreciation for the formative day-to-day work of educators. Wildish's illustrations are soft, expressive, full of hugs and smiles and silly faces, and add to the light and upbeat tone. Missteps like a thin-lined font choice and an oddly light hand on character faces distract from but don't derail the experience. VERDICT A tender read-together for an early elementary or pre-K audience, this is a surprisingly thoughtful read for parents and teachers to share and discuss with children.Emilia Packard, Austin, TXPraise for the HOW TO . . . books: A new hit this year is How to Catch Santa. . . . The picture book offers lighthearted tips on how kids can steal a glimpse of Mr. Elusive, aka Santa. USA Today (How to Catch Santa) Belongs on the shelf of every kid who loves a grandparent. The Salt Lake Tribune (How to Babysit a Grandpa) The charm of its premise and the clear bond between the generations will have kids and grandparents giggling together. School Library Journal (How to Babysit a Grandma); Title: How to Get Your Teacher Ready (How To...relationships) | [
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24,006 | 2 | "Its a smart way to make children feel like more than passive participants in the bedtime process, and the books adorably tiny yawns and sinking eyelids make it irresistible."Publishers Weeklystarred reviewCDRIC RAMADIER was born in Toulouse, France. He graduated from the Camberwell School of Arts and Crafts in London and now works as an art director, graphic designer, and editor in Paris. Born in Brussels, Belgium, VINCENT BOURGEAU took up drawing and has never stopped. He illustrates books for children from his home in Marseille, France.; Title: Shhh! This Book is Sleeping | [
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24,007 | 1 | David Lewman is a childrens book author whohas written more than 65books starring SpongeBob SquarePants, Jimmy Neutron, the Fairly OddParents, G.I. Joe, the Wild Thornberrys, and other popular characters.His works include Batter Up!, Drop the Beat!, and The Knight Before Christmas. Established in July 2013 in a merger between Penguin and Random House, Penguin Random House, with nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, more than 15,000 new titles published each year, and close to 800 million print, audio, and eBooks sold annually, is the worlds leading trade book publisher. Like its predecessor companies, Penguin Random House is committed to publishing adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print editions and is a pioneer in digital publishing. Its publishing lists include more than 60 Nobel Prize laureates and hundreds of the worlds most widely read authors.; Title: JURASSIC WORLD SPECI | [
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24,008 | 6 | In 1942, the launch ofLittle Golden Booksrevolutionized childrens book publishing by making high-quality picture books available at affordable prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original Golden Book titles are still wildly popular, with The Poky Little Puppy topping the list of ten bestselling childrens books of all time.Golden Books backlist is teeming with classics such as Dorothy Kunhardts Pat the Bunny, and features the stories and artwork of childrens book legends Mary Blair, Margaret Wise Brown, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkins, Garth Williams, and many more.Today, the Golden Books imprint includes an array of storybooks, novelty books, and coloring and activity books featuring all of the most popular licenses, including Disney, Nickelodeon, Barbie, Thomas & Friends, The Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street, Marvel Super Heroes, and DC Super Friends. Golden Bookscontinues to reissue the best of its backlist in a variety of formats, including ebooks and apps, as well as bringing out brand-new books in these evolving new formats.; Title: A Need for Speed! (Blaze and the Monster Machines) (Color Plus 1,000 Stickers) | [
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24,009 | 2 | MERCER MAYER began writing and illustrating childrens books in 1966, and since then, he has published over 300 titles. Readers can open any of his award-winning books and out may pop dragons, cuddly monsters, wonderful creatures, and endearing critters. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer created one of childrens books most cherished characters, Little Critter. He lives in Connecticut.For games, coloring, and more, be sure to visit LittleCritter.com; Title: Just My Brother, Sister, and Me (Little Critter) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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24,010 | 1 | Gr 36Merlin's dog, Nosewise, can talk and do a bit of magic with the help of a special stone, instruction from Morgana, and some confidence. But magic isn't a power that should be used by everyone. When Merlin is kidnapped by the fae, it is up to Nosewise and his friend Arthur to save the day. This is an interesting retelling of The Sword in the Stone, offering readers an alternative view of a classic tale. Nosewise makes for a lovable protagonist, with his canine and human characteristics providing humorous insight. Merlin, Morgana, and even Arthur all play supporting roles and serve more as devices to drive the plot rather than characters to be fully explored. This is definitely the dog's story, and animal lovers will enjoy the antics of Nosewise and his human family. VERDICT A delightful magical fantasy, perfect for fans of fairy tales, legends, and dogs.Elizabeth Speer, Weatherford College, TXKIRKUS REVIEWA tardy corrective for previous versions of the legend of the Sword in the Stone--which leave out the dog.Rescued stray Nosewise makes the thrilling discovery that the magic Asteria stone of Morgana, preteen apprentice to human packmate Merlin, allows him to talk and maybe even perform tricks well beyond "sit" and "shake." It comes none too soon, as wizard and apprentice are kidnapped by Oberon, Fae prince of the Summer court, to steal Excalibur. Collecting a castle "poop boy" named Arthur along the way and with help from Guinevere, daughter of a tavern keeper named Leodegrance, Nosewise loyally sets out to rescue his beloved family. The quest leads from this world to the Otherworld and thence to frozen Avalon for a desperate battle with Oberon, human minions, and insatiable magic-eating worms. But Excalibur, it turns out, can only be extracted by "a worthy soul wholoves manandwould never do him harm." There is, as you might guess, but one such who truly fits that description here. Along with his other canine virtues, though, Nosewise is generous in the aftermath: "Arthur is my carrier, and he can use it too, if he wants." The often scary Fae come in a variety of sizes and shapes; humans, and the doggy narrator, are largely white in Phillips' occasional vignettes, though Morgana appears to have somewhat darker skin.An ingenious and entirely credible (at least dog lovers will agree with this) twist on the familiar tale.(Fantasy. 10-13); Title: The Wizard's Dog | [
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24,011 | 0 | Autor e ilustrador, P.D. EASTMAN fue el creador de numerosos libros para nios, entre ellos Are You My Mother?, Go, Dog, Go! y The Best Nest. Estudi en la Academia Nacional de Diseo y se alist al servicio militar en 1943. All fue destinado a la Unidad de Pelculas del Cuerpo de Seales, dirigida entonces por Theodor Geisel, hoy mundialmente conocido como Dr. Seuss. Posteriormente, Geisel pidi a Eastman que escribiera una historia para su nueva coleccin de primeros lectores de Random House, y fue as que public su primer libro, Sam and the Firefly. Desde entonces, Random House ha vendido ms de treinta millones de ejemplares de libros escritos por P.D. Eastman, convirtindole en uno de los autores de libros para nios ms querido.P. D. EASTMAN was an author-illustrator who created many childrens books, including Are You My Mother?, Go, Dog. Go!, and The Best Nest. Trained at the National Academy of Design, he enlisted in the army in 1943 and was assigned to the Signal Corps Film Unitwhich was headed by Theodor Geisel, who would eventually become known to the world as Dr. Seuss. After Geisel later approached him to write for his new Beginner Book series at Random House, Eastman published his first book, Sam and the Firefly. Since then, Random House has sold over thirty million books by P. D. Eastman, and he has become one of the most beloved childrens book authors in the world.; Title: Eres t mi mam? (Are You My Mother? Spanish Edition) (Beginner Books(R)) | [
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24,012 | 2 | Mary Man-Kong is a children’s book editor and author living in New York City. When she's not editing or writing, she loves traveling with her amazing family on awesome adventures.; Title: Top Secret! (Barbie Spy Squad) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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24,013 | 2 | MOLLY GOODE has written several Step into Reading books and Bright and Early Beginner Books. LISA McCUE has illustrated more than 175 books for children in the past 30 years. Her work also appears on fabrics, greeting cards, and more. Born in Brooklyn, New York, she now lives with her family on the Chesapeake Bay.; Title: Mama Loves (Step into Reading) | [
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24,014 | 2 | Praise for the Maze Runner series: A #1 New York Times Bestselling Series A USA Today Bestseller A Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Book of the Year An ALA-YASLA Best Fiction for Young Adults Book An ALA-YALSA Quick Pick "[A] mysterious survival saga that passionate fans describe as a fusion of Lord of the Flies, The Hunger Games, and Lost."EW.com Wonderful action writingfast-pacedbut smart and well observed.Newsday [A] nail-biting must-read.Seventeen.com Breathless, cinematic action.Publishers Weekly Heart pounding to the very last moment.Kirkus Reviews Exclamation-worthy.Romantic Times [STAR] James Dashners illuminating prequel [The Kill Order] will thrill fans of this Maze Runner [series] and prove just as exciting for readers new to the series.Shelf Awareness, Starred "Take a deep breath before you start any James Dashner book."-Deseret NewsJames Dashner is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Maze Runner series: The Maze Runner, The Scorch Trials, The Death Cure, The Kill Order and The Fever Code, as well as the bestselling Mortality Doctrine series: The Eye of Minds, The Rule of Thoughts, and The Game of Lives. Dashner was born and raised in Georgia, but now lives and writes in the Rocky Mountains. To learn more about him and his books, visit JamesDashner.com, follow @jamesdashner on Twitter, and find dashnerjames on Instagram.; Title: The Maze Runner and The Scorch Trials: The Collector's Edition (Maze Runner, Book One and Book Two) (The Maze Runner Series) | [
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24,015 | 2 | In 1942, the launch ofLittle Golden Booksrevolutionized childrens book publishing by making high-quality picture books available at affordable prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original Golden Book titles are still wildly popular, with The Poky Little Puppy topping the list of ten bestselling childrens books of all time.Golden Books backlist is teeming with classics such as Dorothy Kunhardts Pat the Bunny, and features the stories and artwork of childrens book legends Mary Blair, Margaret Wise Brown, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkins, Garth Williams, and many more.Today, the Golden Books imprint includes an array of storybooks, novelty books, and coloring and activity books featuring all of the most popular licenses, including Disney, Nickelodeon, Barbie, Thomas & Friends, The Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street, Marvel Super Heroes, and DC Super Friends. Golden Bookscontinues to reissue the best of its backlist in a variety of formats, including ebooks and apps, as well as bringing out brand-new books in these evolving new formats.; Title: Barbie: My Book of Kittens (Barbie) (Little Golden Book) | [
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24,016 | 2 | Mary Tillworth has written more than 100 licensed books for children, including Colors Everywhere!and I Am Buzz Lightyear. She resides in Brooklyn with a long-haired calico cat whom she occasionally shaves, and she is especially proud of her excellent spice rack.; Title: Barbie Spy Squad Big Golden Book (Barbie Spy Squad) | [
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24,017 | 2 | Gr 47Amihan was born on the island of Culion in the Philippines, but most of the islands' residents were brought there after contracting leprosy. Ami's Nanay (mother) was sent there shortly after her diagnosisshe discovered she was pregnant upon arrival. Ami and her mother live a peaceful life for 12 years until the arrival of Mr. Zambora, a government official sent to remove all uninfected children. Ami and other uninfected children are sent to an orphanage on another island. When Ami learns her Nanay has taken a turn for the worse, she's desperate to get back and solicits the help of friend Mari. Ami's resilient voice is distinct and her story unique for a middle grade audience. Her first-person account of the inhuman and cruel treatment of those with leprosy is eye-opening. The novel is peppered with a handful of words in Tagalog, further pulling readers into Ami's world. Lushly described settings serve as a stark contrast to the harsh set of circumstances that she and the Culion children face. The novel is abundant with opportunities for classroom use; themes of empathy and resilience can be explored, as can the history of Culion, which was created as a leper colony in 1906. VERDICT This touching middle grade novel will attract a wide range of readers.Juliet Morefield, Belmont Library, Portland, OR"A heartbreaking and heartwarming must-read about love, loss, friendship, and determination in times of desperation."Kirkus,starred review"Hargrave tells an incredible story of compassion, love, and daring in this books pages, and her lyrical writing glides with the grace of a butterfly."Booklist,starred review"Hargrave gives dignity to the colonys legacy, showcasing the beauty of the island and the strength and love of the residents."VOYA,starred review; Title: The Island at the End of Everything | [
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24,018 | 2 | FRAN MANUSHKIN is the award-winning author of scores of books for children, including Big Girl Panties; Latkes and Applesauce; the classic Baby, Come Out!; The Tushy Book; Happy in Our Skin; and the popular Katie Woo early chapter-book series. VALERIA PETRONE is the illustrator of many childrens books, including Big Girl Panties, Two at the Zoo, and Red Truck.; Title: Big Boy Underpants | [
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24,019 | 6 | Sister-and-brother team JENNIFER L. HOLM and MATTHEW HOLM are the creators of the Babymouse and Squish series. Jennifer is the New York Times bestselling author of The Fourteenth Goldfish and several other highly acclaimed novels, including three Newbery Honor winners, Our Only May Amelia, Penny from Heaven, and Turtle in Paradise. Matthew is a graphic designer and freelance writer. Visit Jennifer at jenniferholm.com, and follow her on Twitter at @jenniholm. Visit Matthew at matthewholm.net, and follow him on Twitter at @mattholm.; Title: I'm Scared (My First Comics) | [
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24,020 | 1 | Established in July 2013 in a merger between Penguin and Random House, Penguin Random House, with nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, more than 15,000 new titles published each year, and close to 800 million print, audio, and eBooks sold annually, is the worlds leading trade book publisher. Like its predecessor companies, Penguin Random House is committed to publishing adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print editions and is a pioneer in digital publishing. Its publishing lists include more than 60 Nobel Prize laureates and hundreds of the worlds most widely read authors.Patrick Spazianteis an Americancomic book artistknown for his work forArchie Comics, in particular his interior pencil andcover workforSonic the Hedgehog,Sonic XandSonic Universe.; Title: Flip the Lid! (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Half-Shell Heroes) (Lift-the-Flap) | [
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24,021 | 0 | S. A. Kramer, sports maven, is the author of many nonfiction early readers on topics as varied as submarines and the first summit of Mount Everest. Kramer lives in Brooklyn, New York.; Title: Basketball's Greatest Players (Step into Reading) | [
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24,022 | 2 | Mary Man-Kong is achildrens bookeditor and author living in New York City. When she's notediting orwriting, she loves travelingwith her amazing family on awesomeadventures.; Title: PRETTY PONIES | [
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24,023 | 1 | In 1942, the launch ofLittle Golden Booksrevolutionized childrens book publishing by making high-quality picture books available at affordable prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original Golden Book titles are still wildly popular, with The Poky Little Puppy topping the list of ten bestselling childrens books of all time.Golden Books backlist is teeming with classics such as Dorothy Kunhardts Pat the Bunny, and features the stories and artwork of childrens book legends Mary Blair, Margaret Wise Brown, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkins, Garth Williams, and many more.Today, the Golden Books imprint includes an array of storybooks, novelty books, and coloring and activity books featuring all of the most popular licenses, including Disney, Nickelodeon, Barbie, Thomas & Friends, The Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street, Marvel Super Heroes, and DC Super Friends. Golden Bookscontinues to reissue the best of its backlist in a variety of formats, including ebooks and apps, as well as bringing out brand-new books in these evolving new formats.Fabrizio Petrossi has contributed to several children's books including Paw Patrol: Chase Is on the Case! and SpongeBob SquarePants: The Sponge Who Saved Christmas.; Title: Pirate Pups! (Paw Patrol) (Little Golden Book) | [
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24,024 | 16 | PreS-Gr 1In this companion to her ABC Dream, Krans tackles the concept of numbers, using her deft pen and ink washed with watercolor to draw the intricate scenes. Each spread features a numeral along with a matching quantity of flora or fauna for readers to count. The objects in the drawings begin with the first letters of the number they represent. Three delicate thistles and five fish lead the way to some brain teasersthere are only four rabbits on the page devoted to the number eight, but savvy readers will figure out soon enough how many ears the critters have among them. And who could have known that 10 trees positioned just right can create a whole forest? The numbers 12 and 13 share a spread full of toads and roses. And the final pages offer some more opportunities for looking. Learning to count is a great accomplishment for children; this title will delight long after the skill is secure. VERDICT An engaging seek-and-find book that children will love to pore over.Lisa Lehmuller, Paul Cuffee Maritime Charter School, ProvidenceChildren and adults alike will appreciate the striking illustrations and may even decide to extend their new knowledge of alliteration beyond the final pages.A visual celebration of alliteration!(Kirkus, June 1, 2016); Title: 123 Dream | [
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24,025 | 2 | MERCER MAYER began writing and illustrating children's books in 1966, and since then, he has published over 300 titles. Readers can open almost any of his award-winning books and out may pop dragons, cuddly monsters, wonderful creatures, and endearing critters. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer has created one of the most cherished characters in children's books, Little Critter. He currently lives in Connecticut.; Title: Just Grandma, Grandpa, and Me (Little Critter) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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24,026 | 2 | een alert! Jessica and the Unicorns are headed for the balmy, boy-filled beaches of Hawaii!</b><br><br>From the personal journal of soon-to-be eighth grader Jessica Wakefield:<br><br>Okay, you do the math: friends + summer - parents + Hawaii.What does that equal? <i>Aloha?</i> The answer should be obvious.<br><br>But it isn't.This Hawaiian vacation is kind of...freaky.And I'm not even sure why.All I know is that my friends aren't who I thought they were...not anymore.Have they changed? Or have I?SUNDAY, 6:00 A.M.Dear Jess,Surprise!!!By the time you read this, I'll be well on my way to Costa Rica.I ran back upstairs and put this on your pillow just before we all left to go to the airport this morning.I wanted to surprise you, but it's too bad I won't see your smile when you find this purple-fabric-covered notebook when you get home.It's a diary.I'm writing this note in the first few pages of your diary because I know how hard it is to face a blank page.I figured I'd sort of break it in for you.I guess you're wondering why I'm giving you a present when it's not your birthday.It's a "going-away present" even though I'm the one who's gone away.Now don't start crying (again).I'm sure you've already depleted your tear ducts on the ride home from the airport.Was Steven nice, or did he torture you by telling you how many people die of snakebites in the rain forest? I'm guessing he opted for torture.I'm also guessing that Mom and Dad spent the entire ride home from the airport telling him to stop teasing you.But since they were trying (unsuccessfully) not to laugh, it just encouraged him.(Do I have ESP or what?)Don't listen to anything he says.I'm going to be just fine.And I'm going to have a great time.Building houses in the Costa Rican rain forest is right up my alley.Still, I'll miss you.Try not to forget what I look like.(Hee, hee!) Of course, if you do forget, you could just look in the mirror.See that girl with blue-green eyes, long blond hair, and the dimple? That's you.I look exactly the same.Seriously, Jess, the only thing that's worrying me about going to Costa Rica is leaving you here in Sweet Valley.I know that you and Lila haven't been so tight lately and your summer's not working out the way you had hoped.I've been getting the feeling you're a little lonely.(See! I do have ESP.)All I know is that when I'm feeling lonely, writing in my diary helps.So if you start to feel lonely or worried--remember the Elizabeth Wakefield motto: Scribble! It works.I'll see you in a month, and I'll think about you every single day.Love,ElizabethP.S.Please try not to murder Steven while I'm gone.P.P.S.Or Lila Fowler.SUNDAY, 6:30 P.M.Dear Diary,I don't know if having an identical twin with ESP is good or bad.I did cry all the way home from the airport.Steven did tell me that the snakes in Costa Rica were a thousand feet long and could swallow an average-sized thirteen-year-old girl whole.Mom and Dad did tell him to keep quiet.They did laugh hysterically when he did his imitation of Elizabeth being swallowed by a giant snake.And yes, I did want to murder him."No, no," Steven screamed in this really high voice that was supposed to be Elizabeth's."I haven't finished my homewooooooooork!" He trailed off and finished with a great big gulp and belch that was supposed to be the snake.Even I had to laugh at that last part.Does that make me a horrible person?I guess not.In fact, I know I'm a wonderful person.Because I love Elizabeth even though she is a straight-A student, five thousand times more responsible than I am, and always doing something to help other people or save the world.Only a very mature and incredibly fabulous sister could love a sister like that.(Ha-ha!)I'm glad I had a little surprise present of my own for Elizabeth, which I gave her at the airport.It was a bag of CDs and movie magazines.I know Elizabeth is looking forward to going deep into the rain forest and leaving civilization behind.But who could spend a whole month with no rock and roll and no celebrity gossip?Anyway, when I got home and found this diary, I thought it was a nice idea--a very Elizabeth idea.But I really couldn't see myself writing in it.Elizabeth's been gone for twelve hours, though, and I've just got to talk to someone.These days there's no point at all in trying to talk to my so-called best friend, Lila Fowler.If I talk to Lila, I'll have to hear all about what Wiley said.And what Wiley did.And what Wiley thinks.Blah, blah, blah.Wiley, Wiley, Whey.Brag, brag, brag.If I hear one more word about Wiley Upjohn, I'm going to upchuck.I can't believe how Lila is letting this I-have-a-boyfriend-and-you-don't thing go to her head.It's not even like he's that cute.He's definitely not that tall.Maybe half an inch taller than Lila.Maybe!The only thing Wiley Upjohn has going for him is the fact that he's in high school--or he will be in September.This is something that Lila manages to work into our conversations about every two seconds.Wiley Upjohn is ruining my whole summer.And it was supposed to be the best summer of my life.The summer I would always remember.The summer before eighth grade.The last summer of the Unicorns.See, this might be the Unicorns' last summer together as a club.It's hard to believe, but I might not be going to Sweet Valley Middle School next year.Our school district has been rezoned.Nobody knows yet which school they will be going to in September.Before we heard about the rezoning plan, all the Unicorns were psyched about going into the eighth grade.Being in eighth grade isn't like being in high school, but it's still a pretty big deal because you're finally at the top of the middle-school heap.And let me tell you, I'd waited a long time for this.When I joined the Unicorn Club two years ago, I was a sixth-grader.Janet Howell (she was president of the club then) was an eighth-grader.During that first year Janet and the seventh-graders really made me and the other sixth-graders jump through hoops.And boy, did we jump!Why? Because the Unicorn Club was made up of the prettiest and most popular girls at Sweet Valley Middle School.Everyone wanted to be a Unicorn, and I was no different.I mean, no matter how bossy Janet Howell got and no matter how mean the other Unicorns acted, I hung in there because I wanted to be part of the club.Then last year Janet Howell went on to high school (thank goodness--I mean, she was my friend and all, but let's face it--the girl could be a total nightmare sometimes) and some other members dropped out.The only people left were me, Ellen Riteman, Lila Fowler, Mandy Miller, Rachel Grant, and Kimberly Haver.We elected Ellen Riteman president.Ellen was a way cooler leader than Janet.Ellen's nice even if she is a little ditzy.OK, make that a lot ditzy.But she did a good job of holding the club together and didn't let the power go to her head.So all in all, everybody was happy last year.And everybody was the same age.Everybody except Kimberly, that is.She's a year older than the rest of us, so she was an eighth-grader while we were seventh-graders.Even though she wasn't the president, Kimberly couldn't resist pulling rank on us now and then.Don't get me wrong.I love Kimberly.She's one of my best friends, and I'm going to miss her next year when she's at high school.But before I heard about the rezoning thing, I had decided that I wasn't completely heartbroken that she was leaving Sweet Valley Middle School.Because once Kimberly was gone, that meant that all the remaining Unicorns would be eighth-graders.We'd all be equals.Nobody could make me do things I didn't want to do anymore.But now if we split up and go to different schools, there won't even be a Unicorn Club next year.That's why this is the last summer of the Unicorns.We all made a solemn vow to make the most of it and to spend as much time together as we could.I was psyched to have the best summer ever.I was, like, so naive.Everything started off great.But somewhere in the first week of July, Lila showed up at Casey's Ice Cream Parlor with Wiley Upjohn.That's when everything changed.Janet Howell, our former president who is now a sophomore in high school, is Lila Fowler's cousin.Turns out it was Janet who set Lila up with Wiley.Janet said that since Wiley was going to be in the ninth grade and Lila was going to be in the eighth grade, it was a perfect match.Lila would get to go to all the high-school dances, etc.Plus--she would have a cool date for all the eighth-grade parties no matter which school she ended up at.That was the end of the "equality" dream.Let's face it, having a boyfriend gives you a lot of clout in a club like ours.Getting a high-school boyfriend was like taking a quantum prestige leap.Within a week of dating Wiley, Lila was "unavailable to hang." Whenever I called her, she was on her way to meet Wiley somewhere.When she is available to do stuff--with me and the rest of the Unicorns--she acts like a Janet Howell clone.Laying down "the rules according to Lila." Telling us how to act if we want high-school guys ...; Title: Jessica: Next Stop,Jr. High (Sweet Valley Twins Diaries #2) | [
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24,027 | 2 | Rachel Chlebowski is a writer living in New Jersey. When she isnt writing picture books and coloring and activity books, Rachel edits childrens books in New York City.She also enjoys reading, crafting, and taking care of her pet fish.; Title: SPY STYLE | [
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24,028 | 2 | "When Katie O'Roark receives an invitation from the One Last Wish Foundation to spend the summer at Jenny House, she eagerly says yes. Katie is ever grateful to the anonymous "JWC," the person who gave her the gift that allowed her to receive a heart transplant. Now Katie is asked to help others who, like herself, are facing medical odds against them.Being a "Big Sister" to Amanda, an eleven-year-old victim of leukemia; Chelsea, a thirteen-year-old candidate for a heart transplant; and Lacey, a fifeen-year-old diabetic who refuses to face her problems, is a challenge. As the summer progresses, the girls form a bond of friendship as they behave "just like healthy kids."When a crisis occurs and one of the girls does not get to fulfill her dreams, the friends are devastated. The girls vow to gather each summer, so long as one of them is alive, in honor of their dreams and of a friendship strong enough to endure beyond this life.When Katie O'Roark receives an invitation from the One Last Wish Foundation to spend the summer at Jenny House, she eagerly says yes. Katie is ever grateful to the anonymous "JWC," the person who gave her the gift that allowed her to receive a heart transplant. Now Katie is asked to help others who, like herself, are facing medical odds against them.Being a "Big Sister" to Amanda, an eleven-year-old victim of leukemia; Chelsea, a thirteen-year-old candidate for a heart transplant; and Lacey, a fifeen-year-old diabetic who refuses to face her problems, is a challenge. As the summer progresses, the girls form a bond of friendship as they behave "just like healthy kids."When a crisis occurs and one of the girls does not get to fulfill her dreams, the friends are devastated. The girls vow to gather each summer, so long as one of them is alive, in honor of their dreams and of a friendship strong enough to endure beyond this life.; Title: Please Don't Die (One Last Wish) | [
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24,029 | 16 | PreS-Gr 2Artistic pages and layouts carry readers through each capital letter of the alphabet in this visually engaging, wordless picture book. Drawn in bold black lines with rich washes of color, each spread features a letter with appropriate, but unlabeled, objects surrounding it in a striking still life. An apple perches atop the bold, argyle-patterned "A" and is struck through by arrows. The scene is crawling with ants. Each letter commands attention, and the closer readers look, the more there is to notice and recognize by first letter association. Each letter stands for a varying number of things on the page, but two letters have only one: X is an X-ray, and Y is tangled with yarn. Discoveries range from obvious to quite challenging, but there is a key to each letter in the back. The rich imagery and smart page design make this alphabet book a pleasure to spend time enjoying. VERDICT This visual treat encourages careful observation for those youngsters beginning to explore alphabet word games and first letter sounds.Julie Roach, Cambridge Public Library, MAAn exceptionally well-executed, gorgeously illustrated alphabet book full of delightful surprises.Bookliststarred review PWNewcomer Kranss wordless alphabet book creates an atmosphere of meditative calm. She works in black ink, devoting meticulous attention to each object, drawing hedgehog quills and jellyfish tendrils with something like scientific precision. An apple, pierced with two arrows, balances atop the letterA. An apple core below attracts ants, and in another bonus theAis argyle.Bhas a butterfly, a branch, and a braid of dark hair tied with a blue bow. Some letters get full spreads: forF, a fox gazes up at two large goldfish, who swim above it in a way that makes the page seem, bewitchingly, to be made of water. Ferns appear in close-up, and fireflies flicker around the edges. Working together, parents and children will find many things to name and talk about. Even those who go through the book alone may find themselves involuntarily identifying items in the drawings just for the fun of it. A list of objects (and actions) in the back will settle any questions that arise; the unicorn, it points out, is upside-down. Ages 37.Agent: Meg Thompson, Thompson Literary Agency. (Jan.) KIRKUS REVIEW A wordless alphabet book becomes an identification game.Its the ink-and-watercolor illustrations that set this apart from others of its ilk, with striking page compositions that will engage readers. Each capital letter dominates the page, most in double-page spreads and often decorated, with white backgrounds that dramatize the objects it stands for. At first glance there seems to be only one or two items per letter. On a closer look, other items appear. On top of the letter A, for instance, are two arrows piercing a whole apple, while at the bottom, scads of ants attack an eaten apple core. Kids will easily name the apple, ants, and arrows but are likely to miss the argyle plaid that fills in the letter. Other letters are also textured with fabrics or wood. There arent many surprises for the difficult letters: Q is for Quail, Quarters, Queen, and Quilt pattern; U is for Unicorn (depicted Upside-down); X is for X-ray; Y is for Yarn; and Z is for Zigzag, Zinnia, and Zebra. Even when the items depicted are fairly unimaginative, though, the execution is superb, and the Goose sitting in Grass watching Grasshoppers gambol on the G makes up for a lot. A two-page key at the back identifies each of the items.On the whole, sophisticated, subtle, and stunning.(Alphabet book. 5-8) ; Title: ABC Dream | [
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24,030 | 21 | DAVID A. KELLY has written for many newspapers and magazines, and Babe Ruth and the Baseball Curse, published in spring 2009, was his first book for children. He lives fifteen minutes from Fenway Park in Newton, Massachusetts.; Title: Ballpark Mysteries Collection: Books 6-10: The Wrigley Riddle; The San Francisco Splash; The Missing Marlin; The Philly Fake; The Rookie Blue Jay | [
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24,031 | 2 | Who is JWC and how was the One Last Wish Foundation created? Discover the tragic story behind a struggle for survival against impossible odds. Follow the interwining story of true love and friendships that compelled JWC to dedicate a life and legacy to helping others in this extraordinary novel of hope.You don't know me, but I know about you.... I can't make you live longer, I can't stop you from hurting. But I can give you one wish, as someone did for me....Who is JWC and how was the One Last Wish Foundation created? Discover the tragic story behind a struggle for survival against impossible odds. Follow the interwining story of true love and friendships that compelled JWC to dedicate a life and legacy to helping others in this extraordinary novel of hope.You don't know me, but I know about you.... I can't make you live longer, I can't stop you from hurting. But I can give you one wish, as someone did for me....; Title: The Legacy: Making Wishes Come True (One Last Wish) | [
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24,032 | 2 | Grade 6-9?Returning to Jenny House (a retreat for youth with life-threatening illnesses) for the summer as Big Sisters, Katie, Lacey, and Chelsea are happy to be healthy and together again. But as they prepare to face the girls who need their support and encouragement, each of them has a personal crisis. Katie, a heart transplant survivor, wants to go to college away from her family, friends, and boyfriend to run track for Arizona. Lacey, who is learning how to control her diabetes, needs to find a way to deal with her boyfriend, a hemophiliac. And Chelsea must contend with her deceased best friend's twin brother, knowing he hates her for living while his sister died waiting for the heart that Chelsea received. As each teen tries to cope with the situation, a new arrival brings more challenge into their lives. Dullas, a 12-year-old with leukemia, is sullen, withdrawn, and hard to control. Lacey, Katie, and Chelsea must find a way to reach her before the end of the summer. Each of the characters shows maturity and wisdom in dealing with her own illness; facts about other illnesses are included as well. The author's compassionate approach informs and interests readers at the same time. Fast-paced and chock-full of teen angst and romance, this latest installment will not disappoint fans of the series.?Jana R. Fine, Clearwater Public Library System, FLCopyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.It's been a year since three friends have each spent time adjusting to a healthy life after struggling with deadly illnesses: now all are working on their relationships and reflecting on the newcomers to a home for ill children in this latest "One Last Wish" story; part of a series revolving around issues of life and death. -- Midwest Book Review; Title: A Season for Goodbye (One Last Wish) | [
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24,033 | 2 | P. D. EASTMAN was an author-illustrator who created many childrens books, including Are You My Mother?, Go, Dog. Go!, and The Best Nest. Trained at the National Academy of Design, he enlisted in the army in 1943 and was assigned to the Signal Corps Film Unitwhich was headed by Theodor Geisel, who would eventually become known to the world as Dr. Seuss. After Geisel later approached him to write for his new Beginner Book series at Random House, Eastman published his first book, Sam and the Firefly. Since then, Random House has sold over thirty million books by P. D. Eastman, and he has become one of the most beloved childrens book authors in the world.Autor e ilustrador, P.D. EASTMAN fue el creador de numerosos libros para nios, entre ellos Are You My Mother?, Go, Dog, Go! y The Best Nest. Estudi en la Academia Nacional de Diseo y se alist al servicio militar en 1943. All fue destinado a la Unidad de Pelculas del Cuerpo de Seales, dirigida entonces por Theodor Geisel, hoy mundialmente conocido como Dr. Seuss. Posteriormente, Geisel pidi a Eastman que escribiera una historia para su nueva coleccin de primeros lectores de Random House, y fue as que public su primer libro, Sam and the Firefly. Desde entonces, Random House ha vendido ms de treinta millones de ejemplares de libros escritos por P.D. Eastman, convirtindole en uno de los autores de libros para nios ms querido.; Title: Are You My Mother?/Eres t mi mam? (The Cat in the Hat Beginner Books / Yo Puedo Leerlo Solo) (Spanish Edition) | [
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24,034 | 2 | Grade 6-9?Julie Ellis and football star Luke Muldenhower had everything going for them?popularity, good grades, and love. Then Luke develops Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Shaken to the core, Julie is determined to help him through his chemotherapy and get through this ordeal so their lives can return to normal. Then masses are discovered in his chest and groin area. Soon after he begins radiation therapy, their close relationship begins to deteriorate as Luke pushes Julie away. This novel contains excellent information on cancer treatments and the emotional world of cancer victims and those who love them. The characters are convincing enough to draw readers into the drama and the inevitable conclusions that occur when one is faced with a life-threatening illness. McDaniel shows her literary expertise by humanizing a terrible disease and guiding readers through the whole process of illness. This is a good choice for either bibliotherapy or recreational reading. Just make sure there are tissues nearby.?Jana R. Fine, Clearwater Public Library System, FLCopyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.Gr. 7^-12. Pretty Julie and handsome football star Luke have been "engaged" since sixth grade. The attractive high-school couple's fairy tale world of dances, football games, and bright futures envelopes them like a glittery veil. Then Luke becomes ill, and tests confirm the worst medical suspicions--Hodgkin's lymphoma. The better part of the book is consumed with how the two, their parents, and the school community deal with Luke's critical illness and eventual death. Touching scenes abound in this crisis novel, particularly those of the football team's camaraderie and support. The writing is pure romance style, and the characters, especially Julie, tend to talk and think in simplistic terms. "Right now, there was only Luke," she muses typically early on, vaguely wishing she had something as intense to focus on as he had with football and ignoring her mother's prompting to start thinking about college applications. Fans of tear-jerker teen romances will enjoy this offering. Anne O'Malley; Title: Don't Die, My Love | [
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24,035 | 7 | Identical twins Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield are thrilled when they land small parts in a movie being made in Sweet Valley. The film is based on the true story of the mysterious death of twelve-year-old Lillian Keller, and it's being filmed at the creepy old Keller mansion.One stormy afternoon, Jessica finds an old necklace on the beach near the mansion. She puts it on, and that very night she has a terrible nightmare about a girl falling to her death. She becomes convinced that someone -- or something -- is trying to tell her that the mystery of Lillian Keller's death is far from solved. But can a necklace really hold the secret to a murder? --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.Identical twins Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield are thrilled when they land small parts in a movie being made in Sweet Valley. The film is based on the true story of the mysterious death of twelve-year-old Lillian Keller, and it's being filmed at the creepy old Keller mansion.One stormy afternoon, Jessica finds an old necklace on the beach near the mansion. She puts it on, and that very night she has a terrible nightmare about a girl falling to her death. She becomes convinced that someone -- or something -- is trying to tell her that the mystery of Lillian Keller's death is far from solved. But can a necklace really hold the secret to a murder? --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.; Title: CURSE OF THE RUBY NECKLACE (Sweet Valley Twins and Friends : Super Chiller, No 5) | [
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24,036 | 6 | ers is L.A's Baddest Gang -- And You're on its Most Wanted List!When you become friends with two slimy students in your martial arts class, you are soon lured into the dangerous Red Flowers gang: thugs who smuggle innocent people into the United States, then force them into slavery. You're in deep -- the ugly flower tattoo on your arm proves that -- but you are determined to stop these deadly deals, unless the Red Flowers stop you first. The Anaconda, a hit man named after the South American killer snake, and the rest of the gang are hunting you. How will you stay alive?If you go to Japan to make a deal with the gang leader, turn to page 97. If you hide out at a deserted beach house, turn to page 67. If you go to the police, turn to page 91. Be careful! The Red Flowers make paybacks through violence and death. You may get the gang busted. Or you may run straight into one of the Red Flowers' traps -- and disappear forever.What happens next in the story? It all; Title: Tattoo of Death (Choose Your Own Adventure No. 159) (Book 159) | [
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24,037 | 7 | efield learns that John Marin, man he sent to jail for murder, is out, he's gripped by fear. He'll never forget Marin's last words: "I'll get you, Wakefield. Your precious little girls will never be safe again."Ned hires a private detective to keep an eye on Jessica and Elizabeth, and cautions his daughters be alert to strangers. But then Elizabeth meets Ben, a young novelist, and Jessica meets Scott, a gorgeous television intern. Forgetting their father's warning, they fall right into Marin's deadly trap. Can Ned rescue the twins -- or will they be John Marin's next victim?Book One in this petrifying two-part Super Series.; Title: A Stranger in the House (Sweet Valley High) | [
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24,038 | 0 | sweeping, romantic history of the men and women who made Lila Fowler who she is today!Beautiful sixteen-year-old Lili de Beautemps is rescued from guillotine during the French Revolution by a dashing young man--but he disappears before she can even thank him. Will Lili ever see him again?While working as a maid in the Marquis de Bocage's chateau, Celeste Chardin unexpectedly wins the love of the Marquis's son, Marc. Will Marc give up his family riches to be with her?Wild and reckless Rose de Bocage grew up with Pierre Oiseleur in the turbulent 1890s. But when Pierre declares his everlasting love for Rose, she tells him she'll never settle down. Will she regret that decision forever?Isabelle Eastman thought her true love, Jacques Oiseleur, had been killed in World War I. But he miraculously survived. JLili put her foot on the first step leading up tothe platform. "Look at her, in silk,"someone spat. Someone else said, "Soon thatsilk will be drenched with blood."She froze, unable to move. Rough arms grabbed heraround the waist and hurled her up onto theplatform. She fell to her hands and knees and the mobcrowed with jeering laughter. All at once Lili'sheart burned white hot with anger. Recovering herdignity, she rose to her feet, holding her chinhigh. She would not cower. They might murder heras they had her father and brothers, but theywould never crush her spirit. No matter what thesepeople say, Lili thought, no matter what theybelieve me to be guilty of, I know they are wrong andI am innocent. As Lili walked slowly across theplatform toward the guillotine, the laughter diedaway and the crowd fell silent. One of the men whohad been restraining her now pulled her handsbehind her back and looped a rope loosely around herwrists. Mercifully the three corpses had beenremoved, but Lili felt a wave of nausea and terroras she stared at the bloodstained blade. Theexecutioner, his face masked by a piece of blackcloth, motioned Lili to kneel before the wooden block.She paused for a moment, her lips moving inprayer. Suddenly her fear drained away and a strangecalm filled her soul. My last moment on this greenearth, she thought with unbearable sadness. Mylast breath of air."But she is just agirl," a voice called out. The rest of thecrowd grumbled impatiently. "She is one ofthem," someone else snarled. "Toyour knees, woman. Do not think we will pity andpardon you!"Lili summoned all hercourage. The executioner grasped her arm and beganto force her to kneel at the block. Then a newsound permeated Lili's consciousness, thunderingabove the voices of the mob. The pounding ofhooves.She looked up just as a horseman burst from theforest, riding at full gallop straight towardher. People dove out of the way, screaming. Therider, his features hidden by a hood, did not rein inuntil he was abreast of the platform. Then hejumped from the horse's back. Before anyone couldstop him, he'd scooped Lili up in his arms andleaped back onto his horse, flinging her like a ragdoll across the saddle in front of him."Go," he roared, kicking his horse hard inthe ribs. Whinnying frantically, the horse lungedforward, breaking free of the hands that sought torestrain it. Galloping hard, they reached theedge of the field within seconds and disappearedinto the black woods.; Title: Fowlers of Sweet Valley (Sweet Valley High) | [
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24,039 | 2 | Wakefield, the upcoming California Games are the chance of a lifetime. As a member of the Sweet Valley Middle School cheerleading squad, Jessica's always known she's a super athlete. And now that she's earned a place on the school's gymnastics team, she's ready to prove her acrobatic skills to the whole state!Jessica's sure she's good enough to win a gold medal at the games until she comes face-to-face with Dawn Maven, the star gymnast of a rival team. Dawn is strong, graceful, and ruthless. She'll do whatever it takes to win--and that includes sabotaging Jessica's performance!Jessica wanted a fair competition. Will she have to play by Dawn's dirty rules to win?; Title: Jessica Goes for Gold (Sweet Valley Twins) | [
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24,040 | 2 | "A change is coming, April Lancaster's fortune cookie reads. "Be prepared. But how could she be prepared for the news that she has an inoperable brain tumor? April's life will never be the same. Then she meets handsome Mark Gianni. Mark has cystic fibrosis, but he also has a passion for life . . . and for April. When he asks April to marry him, she's happier than she's ever been. April thought she and Mark would be together forever. But since Mark's death, April has never felt more alone. Then Brandon Benedict comes into her life. Brandon is lonely and angry--he and April have a lot in common. But April cannot tell Brandon about her illness. When April's medical problems suddenly return, she must decide what to tell Brandon. Can the love she's felt before help her now?Lurlene McDaniel has written more than 30 inspirational novels. Her books have received acclaim from teachers, parents, young adults, and reviewers.; Title: As Long as We Both Shall Live: Two Novels | [
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24,041 | 2 | Heather Barlow has always been an idealist and now that she?s finished high school, she?s ready to make a difference in the world. After graduation, she joins a mission group on a hospital mercy ship sailing to Africa. Once she?s left the ship on the Kenyan coast and is stationed at a hospital in Uganda, however, Heather is not really prepared to face the disease, famine, and misery she encounters. Ian McCollum is also among the medical staff in Uganda. Ian has left his native Scotland to help those threatened by a world of indifference. When Heather meets Ian, she finds her heart quickens and she?s happy to be alive. But as the weeks pass, Heather finds her idealism vanishing amid the overcrowded refugee camps and orphanages; misery is everywhere. Only Ian can see beyond the horror and help Heather understand that the world can be changed by saving those in need, one by one.Lurlene McDaniel has written more than 30 inspirational novels. Her books have received acclaim from teachers, parents, young adults, and reviewers.; Title: Angel of Mercy | [
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24,042 | 7 | heer ...or a scream?The Sweet Valley High cheerleaders have been kidnapped! Co-captains Jessica Wakefield and Heather Mallone thought they'd found the perfect faculty advisor for their cheer squad in Nancy Swanson.But the cheerleaders don't know about the dark secret in Nancy's past.Or how dangerous she really is.Until Sweet Valley High's cheerleaders start disappearing ...one by one.Jim Croce was singing "Time in a Bottle" on the stereo as Elizabeth walked into the library at five o'clock that evening.A woman with long, light brown hair was standing at the reference desk.Her back was to the door, but Elizabeth recognized her right away."Hi, Ms. Swanson!" she called to the assistant librarian, practically skipping into the room in her haste to leave Brad behind and get started on her research for Scoop.Nancy Swanson turned and smiled shyly."Hello, Elizabeth," she greeted in a tentative voice."It's always nice to see you here.I can turn off the music if it bothers you.Technically I'm not supposed to be playing it in here, but officially the library's closed for the evening.""Oh, I'm sorry!" Elizabeth said."Do you want me to leave?I can come back tomorrow.""No, of course not," Ms. Swanson replied."I have another half hour of work to do.There's no reason why you can't look around.""Thanks," Elizabeth said."And don't turn off your music.I always thought this was a pretty song.I just wanted to get a head start on some research tonight while Jessica's finishing up with the cheerleaders.I only need a few minutes."Elizabeth had run into Annie at her locker and learned that Jessica was still taking a shower, so she figured she had time to glance through a few yearbooks at least."How are you doing, Liz?" Ms. Swanson asked."And how is your sister? The cheerleaders looked far out at the field hockey game last weekend!It's too bad Sara hurt her ankle.""I missed the game," Elizabeth admitted."But I agree about Sara.Besides that, though, Jessica was psyched about the cheerleaders' performance.She's been raving about it for days.""The crowd really dug them."Elizabeth looked at her curiously."You never miss a game, do you?Of any sport!Not many faculty members make that much of an effort to show some school spirit.I don't even know many students who do!""I just like to support my school," the assistant librarian replied, raising a hand to her face as if to hide her expression.As always, Elizabeth felt sorry for the woman.Nancy Swanson had been working at Sweet Valley High for only a few months, but she'd always been extraordinarily attentive to the students, especially the most popular ones.She always seemed to hang on Elizabeth's every word.And she never failed to ask about Jessica, though Elizabeth was sure her sister hadn't been in the library more than two or three times during her entire high-school career."Can I help you find anything today?" the assistant librarian asked."No, I think I know where to find what I need," Elizabeth replied.There was definitely something odd about the bland, quiet assistant librarian, Elizabeth thought.The woman always had a lonely, vaguely wistful look in her bright blue eyes.But Elizabeth couldn't fault someone who was always so friendly and eager to please."What's your research for?" asked Ms. Swanson."That poetry paper for Mr. Collins's class?"You're really amazing," Elizabeth said."I don't know how you keep track of what every teacher has assigned, but you always know!"Ms. Swanson covered her mouth with her hand again.Elizabeth knew it was a common habit of people who were extremely timid and easily embarrassed.Elizabeth felt sorry for her.She smiled encouragingly, ignoring the woman's blush."Actually my poetry paper is under control," Elizabeth said."But maybe you can help with the research I need to do for another project."If there was one thing Ms. Swanson was good at, it was her job.Maybe she'd feel better if she could help Elizabeth."I'm working with a reporter from Scoop magazine, researching a story she's writing about Sweet Valley High.It's about the Girls of Seventy-six."The assistant librarian's blush grew deeper.One corner of her mouth seemed to twitch downward, and she covered her lips with her hand again."The Girls of Seventy-six?" she asked in a faraway voice."Don't feel bad," Elizabeth said with a smile."I didn't know about them either.They were a Sweet Valley High cheerleading squad that won the 1976 state championship.The magazine is doing a piece on what they're all doing now.I need to look through some old yearbooks for background information.""Nineteen seventy-six," Ms. Swanson repeated in her quiet voice."That was a long time ago, wasn't it?"She paused for a moment and then gave Elizabeth a soft smile."But you girls are a championship squad again this year!You know, Elizabeth, I'm surprised you decided not to stick with it.A lot of girls would give their right arms to be cheerleaders."Elizabeth chuckled."It might be hard to do the cheers without a right arm!" she joked."Seriously, I'm just not a born cheerleader, like Jessica is.I can do the moves, but I always feel self-conscious out there in front of everyone.Besides, it feels like a waste of time.There are too many other things I want to be doing.""School spirit is never a waste of time," Ms. Swanson said fervently."I hope a lot of other staff members feel that way," Elizabeth said."Or this new faculty adviser rule is going to go down the tubes!""Have the cheerleaders picked an adviser yet?" Ms. Swanson asked, leading her into the stacks and pointing down the aisle to the section of bookshelves that contained the yearbooks."I don't think they've decided on anyone," Elizabeth replied."Maria told me she was going to talk to the others this afternoon about choosing.It'll probably take them a few days to come up with a name.Then they'll need to convince that person to do it.""I'm sure they won t have any trouble finding somebody.After all, this is a championship squad!"Suddenly Elizabeth had a terrific idea.Nancy Swanson was full of school spirit, and she had a deep interest in cheerleading and team sports.If she became the cheerleading adviser, it might help her feel as if she was finally fitting into life at Sweet Valley High.She smiled back at the assistant librarian for a second and then hurried to the yearbooks.But as she scanned the titles on the shelves, her mind wasn't on the Girls of '76.She was thinking about poor Ms. Swanson.Elizabeth felt suddenly full of determination to see the timid woman as cheerleading adviser."Now I just have to convince Jessica," she muttered under her breath.Nancy Swanson watched Elizabeth's back as the girl walked farther into the stacks.Elizabeth had it all.She was bright, beautiful, and popular.Her sister was the flashy, exuberant Jessica.Her best friends were sweet, loyal Enid Rollins and sophisticated Maria Slater, a former child actress.And Elizabeth's boyfriend was Todd Wilkins, a basketball star and one of the best-looking boys at school.Teachers loved Elizabeth, and students looked up to her.Some people had everything."The Girls of Seventy-six," the assistant librarian repeated again under her breath.She could hardly believe she'd heard Elizabeth right.A familiar pain, a pinching sensation, gripped the left side of her face.The muscles tugged downward, pulling out of her control.Out of habit she covered her mouth with her hand.Suddenly she felt as if she were boiling over with hurt and anger."Why?" she whispered to herself."It's not fair!"Ms. Swanson scooted out of the rows of shelves until Elizabeth was out of sight.Then she closed her eyes and leaned against a bookcase until she regained control of her emotions.Her hands balled into fists at her sides, and she told herself to let it go.She had to stay mellow.She couldn't start thinking about...that again.It was too risky.; Title: R for Revenge (Sweet Valley High) | [
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24,043 | 2 | diagnosis for April Lancaster is not good. April has a brain tumor which cannot be operated on. She's only 18, and her future is uncertain. But when she meets Mark Gianni, a 21-year-old with a passion for car racing, things change.Mark is handsome and charming--and has cystic fibrosis. Despite herself, April falls completely in love with him. Aprilsays yes when Mark asks her to marry him. But a racing accident aggravates Mark's CF, and April must make a decision that will change the course of her life forever.Once they were in the privacy of her room, Chris took her in his arms and kissed her."I hate to leave you for a whole week." The soccer team was playing a tournament in Pennsylvania over the break."Go have a good time.But not too good a time."He stayed for another hour before he kissed her goodbye.Alone, she felt the gloom return.It would be another couple of hours before her parents would arrive.Stop acting like a baby, she told herself.This isn't like before.You're seventeen now, not five.She was sitting up in her bed clicking through the TV channels with the remote control when someone rapped on her door."Come in," she called.The door slowly opened, and the boy from the rec room stood there."Hi," he said with a sunny grin."Do I know you?" she asked."Mark Gianni." He held out his hand.She took it cautiously.His grip was warm, his palm rough.He was tall and had curling dark brown hair and intense deep brown eyes.But Kelli had been right.He was thin, almost gaunt."And you're here because...?" She allowed the sentence to trail."Because I want you to know that you're the most beautiful girl I've ever seen.And I thought I should introduce myself.I mean, we should get to know each other.Since you're the girl I intend to marry."; Title: Till Death Do Us Part | [
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24,044 | 2 | Grade 8-10-Romance and life-threatening illnesses abound when several characters from previous series entries are reunited at Jenny House, a camp for seriously ill young people and their families. Former campers Katie and her ex-boyfriend, Josh, are reunited here as counselors, and readers learn that track-star Katie is actually a heart-transplant survivor and that Josh's brother was the donor. A summer working in close proximity brings the couple's romantic feelings back to the surface, feelings that are forced into the open after he has a terrible riding accident that threatens to leave him paralyzed. The author portrays the young adults well, showing their insecurities and strengths. Although death does hover in the background, the story is not depressing.Kendra Nan Skellen, Gwinnett County Public Library, Lawrenceville, GA Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.Katie O'Roark is thrilled to learn that Jenny House is being rebuilt. After the fire last year, Katie thought she could never return to the camp, where she spent the summers with teens like her who faced medical odds stacked against them. But thanks to Richard Holloway's efforts, Katie and her longtime friends Lacey and Chelsea will work as counselors once again. They'll be joined by Megan, Morgan, and Eric, who are newcomers to Jenny House but who have experienced the generosity of One Last Wish Foundation.It's not until Katie arrives at camp that she discovers that Josh Martel, her former boyfriend, is also a counselor. Being near Josh again brings back a flood of old emotions for Katie. And when Josh confronts unexpected adversity, Katie knows she has to work out her feelings for him. Through the heart transplant she underwent years ago, Katie miraculously received a gift of new life. Now she must discover how to make the most of that precious gift and choose her future.; Title: Reach for Tomorrow (One Last Wish) | [
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24,045 | 2 | McDaniel fans will want this.Booklisten more than a century ago, Elizabeth Barrett Brownings beautiful sonnet rings true today for three young couples who believe in the power of love. In Night Vision, Brett finds a way to brighten a special girls lonely existence. Bobbys Girl features Dana, who must choose between two brothers, both of whom she loves. Lauras Heart, the third story, introduces 16-year-old Laura Carson, who is hospitalized on a regular basis because of her weak heart. But when tragedy strikes a loved one, she realizes her heart is stronger than she thought and that love lives on forever.From the Hardcover edition.; Title: How Do I Love Thee | [
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24,046 | 2 | Gr. 5-9. The fifth book featuring 17-year-old Dawn Rochelle is a page-turner that will captivate readers looking for melodrama. When Dawn was 13 she was diagnosed with leukemia. Now, after nearly three years in remission, she faces another medical crisis--a stroke, which has left her partially paralyzed. The doctors, physical therapists, and occupational therapists are optimistic about her recovery, but Dawn, discouraged by the setback, falls into despair. The effects of her paralysis are impossible to hide, and she's embarrassed by her limp, slurred speech, and lopsided smile. She's also certain that she'll lose her boyfriend. What's best is the depiction of Dawn's turbulent emotions as she faces another tough struggle. Give this to McDaniel's fans, of course, as well as other readers who can handle a good cry. Shelley Townsend HudsonCopyright American Library Association. All rights reservedDawn Rochelle looks like any other 17year-old girt, but looks can be deceiving. At the age of 13, Dawn was diagnosed with leukemia. Now almost five years into remission, Dawn's a senior in high school and looking forward to going to college. But her plans are disrupted when she suffers another medical crisis that causes partial paralysis. The doctors are optimistic about her recovery, but Dawn finds herself giving in to despair. At least during remission she could try to forget about her cancer and pretend she was a normal girl. But the effects of the paralysis are impossible to hide from her friends and the boy she cares about. Dawn had thought her bad times were over. Will she be able to find the strength and courage to live again? ; Title: To Live Again (Dawn Rochelle) | [
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24,047 | 13 | Told in letters, journal entries, e-mails, doctors reports, and instant messages, the heartbreaking story of an aspiring ballet dancer battling leukemia.From: Melinda SkyeTo: ReadersSubject: JesseHi! I cant believe it. What a surprise from Jesse. When he got my e-mail about being accepted by the Washington School of Classical Dances summer program, he called to congratulate me! I loved hearing his voice. Weve been friends forevercould it turn into something more?MelindaFrom: Jesse RoseTo: Readers Subject: MelindaI couldnt believe the news. Melinda is so young! How could she be sick? How did she get leukemia? Shes got to get better. Shes got to. JesseLurlene McDaniel has written more than 30 inspirational novels. Her books have receieved acclaim from teachers, parents, young adults, and reviewers.; Title: A Rose for Melinda | [
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24,048 | 2 | In this sequel to Angel of Mercy , missionary Heather Barlow returns home from Uganda feeling shaken and profoundly directionless. She not only witnessed Africa's worst poverty and disease but also fell in love with a fellow missionary, who was killed by rebel soldiers, and helped rescue a baby from war-torn Sudan. That's a lot for any 19-year-old to bear, but the trials continue upon her return. Heather convinces her mother, a plastic surgeon, to return with her to Africa to treat children with malformations. But when Heather becomes ill, her somewhat spoiled younger sister, Amber, goes in Heather's place. Much to everyone's surprise, Amber ably proves her mettle in Africa, but on returning home, she finds Heather at death's door. Readers who favor an emotional novel will relish this one. Although the plot often verges on melodrama, the love between the sisters is realistically portrayed, and Amber's slow maturation is convincing. Shelley Townsend-HudsonCopyright American Library Association. All rights reservedBarlow returns from Africa, the joy she felt during her missionary trip fades.She's still suffering from unresolved grief over the death of her friend Ian, and now that she's back home in the United States, she feels directionless.And while Heather has changed a great deal, her family has not.She is discouraged to see that her sister, Amber, seems no more mature than when Heather left, her parents no less involved with a medical practice that caters to the wealthy.Heather's sense of purpose is renewed when she persuades her mother to travel with her back to Uganda to try to save the baby she rescued on her mission trip.But when Heather becomes ill and cannot undertake the journey, Amber agrees to go in her place.Now Amber must emerge from her sister's shadow to grapple with the age-old question, "Am I my brother's keeper?"; Title: Angel of Hope (Mercy Trilogy) | [
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24,049 | 2 | niel's moving interconnected novels about Dawn Rochelle, who is diagnosed with cancer, are now available in one volume.<br><br>Dawn Rochelle is 13 years old when she is diagnosed with cancer. Her journey through her first chemotherapy, her new close friendship with fellow cancer patient Sandy, and their journey together into remission is a moving story. But remission doesn't last forever for either girl. First Dawn has to face the possibility of Sandy's death. Then Dawn's cancer returns as well. Her only hope is a bone marrow transplant from her brother, but even then there's only a 50 percent chance of survival.<br><br>No matter what the outcome, Dawn is determined to live a normal life and use <br>her own fight with cancer as a way to help others in these four interconnected <br>poignant novels sure to inspire readers.; Title: Dawn Rochelle, Four Novels: Six Months to Live/ I Want to Live/ So Much to Live For/ No Time to Cry | [
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24,050 | 0 | Reviewers praise Angels Watching Over Me, the companion to Lifted Up by Angels:"An interesting blend of romance, mystery, and problem novel. The characters are captivating and sensitively drawn and the plot is fast paced." --School Library JournalReviewers praise Angels Watching Over Me, the companion to Lifted Up by Angels:"An interesting blend of romance, mystery, and problem novel. The characters are captivating and sensitively drawn and the plot is fast paced." --School Library Journal; Title: Lifted Up by Angels | [
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24,051 | 2 | Grade 6-10 Trisha is enjoying her senior year and planning to attend college in her home state, Indiana, with her longtime boyfriend, Cody. She's especially excited for her best friend, Christina, who's been offered a scholarship to the University of Vermont, which Trisha sees as an opportunity for the teen to get away from her controlling boyfriend, Tucker. Tension mounts when the four attend a basketball game together and Tucker starts a fight with a boy who talks to Christina. On the way home, the two couples have a car accident that leaves Christina dead and Cody in a coma. After the tragedy, the story and the characters become less one-dimensional and syrupy. The question of what caused the accident provides some suspense; along with the quick pace and easy dialogue, the novel will hold the interest of McDaniel's fans. -Rebecca Hogue Wojahn, Riverside Middle School, Watertown, WI Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.A compelling inspirational novel about the way everything can change in the blink of an eye.; Title: Telling Christina Goodbye | [
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24,052 | 2 | Author Lurlene McDaniel also brings readers Angels Watching Over Me, Don't Die My Love, and I'll Be Seeing You, all Publishers Weekly bestsellers!Author Lurlene McDaniel also brings readers Angels Watching Over Me, Don't Die My Love, and I'll Be Seeing You, all Publishers Weekly bestsellers!; Title: Until Angels Close My Eyes | [
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24,053 | 2 | e has been through chemotherapy, a bone marrow transplnt, and the death of her best friend.Now a sophomore in high school, she wants nothing more than finally to live a normal life and be an ordinary high school student.The freedom other kids take for granted--taking driver's ed, going todances and the mall, dating--means much more to Dawn.But no matter how long she stays in remission, Dawn fears that her battle with cancer will always bewith her.Will her past haunt her now, when she has no time to cry?; Title: No Time to Cry | [
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24,054 | 0 | "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith -- and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God -- not by works, so that no one can boast".Ephesians 2:8-9Use! this book: -- 1. by itself, -- 2. in classroom quantities, or-- 3. with its matching Big Book.Read about Martin Luther, who lived long after Bible times but helped us understand God's Word. Luther reminded everyone that we are saved by God's loving grace alone. There is nothing we can do. Jesus has done it all for us by dying on the cross and arising on Easter. Praise God!; Title: The Adventures of Martin Luther | [
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24,055 | 0 | Book by Brokering, Herbert; Title: Night Before Jesus | [
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24,056 | 20 | Retells for beginning readers the Bible story of Joshua and the Fall of Jericho.; Title: Toot! Toot!: Joshua 5:13-6:20 : The Fall of Jericho (Hear Me Read Bible Stories) (Hear Me Read Level 1 Series) | [
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24,057 | 20 | Early readers need two kinds of reading. They need to be read to, and they need to do their own reading. The Hear Me Read Bible Stories series helps you to encourage your child with both kinds.; Title: Send a Baby: Luke 1:5-25, 57-64 (The Birth of John the Baptist) (Hear Me Read Bible Stories) | [
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24,058 | 20 | Author and historian Paul Maier aims to "return the Christmas focus where it belongs"--on the story and spirit surrounding Jesus' birth. Thus, The Very First Christmas doesn't follow the prescribed children's Christmas-book themes--with fairy-tale winter settings in quaint, old European towns. Maier instead sets the story in the American West, where a curious 8-year-old boy named Christopher wants a "real" bedtime story. His mother then tells him the miraculous story of the Nativity. (Ages 4 to 8)Best-selling author and award-winning historian Paul L. Maier takes us beyond the traditions to the real people, places, and events of the first Christmas, to the land of Palestine in the first century where secular history and up-to-date discoveries add a fresh dimension to the well-known accounts in Matthew's and Luke's gospels. (Christian News 20040603)Here is a welcome update of Maier's classic explanation of Christianity's most important festival, on which the modern church is based. Drawing on scholarly background as a Biblical historian, the author has produced a readable and understandable venture into 'The True and Unfamiliar Story' as this book is subtitled. Maier delves into the politics, people and places of the early Christian era, basing his words on Bible quotations, archeological discoveries, and contemporary documents. The result is a fascinating look into the birth of Jesus. Paul L. Maier can proudly placeThe First Christmas at the top of his long list of accomplishments. (Linda Hutton Editor of Hutton Book Review Services 20040603)Maier uncovers fresh and fascinating insights into the true, yet unfamiliar story of the first Christmas. Beautifully illustrated throughout with over 50 full-color photographs, paintings and illustrations. (Win-Informer 20040603)Maier's research takes Christmas out of the realm of once upon a time and gives it an anchor in real time. This is really a fine publication, written with care and love for a much-loved subject. (Metro Lutheran 20040603)This book contains a fresh perspective, adding depth to the simple biblical narrative. For Christians, it provides historical underpinning to the story of Christ's coming into the world. For others, it offers interesting insights into the facts and myths behind the holiday that no one - at least in the United States - can ignore. (Bob Reeves Lincoln Star Journal )This is an excellent pictorial book that details the events and circumstances surrounding the birth of Christ. It helps to clarify some of the common misconceptions that have become part of Christmas lore, and it gives details that expand the understanding of the historical background 2000 years ago. (Paul Virtue Get to the Pointe ) --Book; Title: The Very First Christmas | [
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24,059 | 20 | Book by Janice Kramer; Title: Eight Bags of Gold: Matthew 25:14-30 for Children (Arch Books) | [
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24,063 | 20 | Just 23 words are used in this Hear Me Read Bible story. These words are repeated again and again to help your child develop a sight vocabulary and take pride in a growing ability to recognize words.; Title: Whoops!: Jonah 1, 2, 3:1-3 (Jonah and the Fish) (Hear Me Read Series) | [
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24,066 | 20 | Book by Joann Scheck; Title: The Water That Caught on Fire: I Kings 17-18 for Children (Arch Books) | [
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24,067 | 0 | Brand NEW Softcover, Comes from smoke-free home, Cover is shiny and bright, Pages are crisp, clean and unmarked. Careful Packaging, Prompt shipping. Buy with Confidence.; Title: Grandfather's Story: Luke 2:8-20, Mark 16:1-20 for Children (Arch Book) | [
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24,068 | 20 | Book by Denise Ahern; Title: The Bread and the Wine: The Story of the Last Supper (Arch Book) | [
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24,069 | 20 | He inspires others to lead amazing lives through his speaking and training organization, The Amazing Factor. An accomplished businessman, professional speaker and author, Steve also co-owns Edwards Group, a diverse company with commercial real estate holdings and media outlets across the nation.His extensive media sales background has helped him hone the art of crafting and delivering an effective message, a skill he has used to coach salespeople, market his own invention, increase his company's holdings and personally connect with audiences from all walks of life.Whether he is playing with his kids, mentoring a friend or business associate, coaching a young college student or flying a sick patient cross country in his plane, Steve is driven by his motto: "If you want to HAVE amazing, then BE amazing."; Title: Jericho's Tumbling Walls - Arch Books | [
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24,070 | 20 | This book retells the story of the final night in the upper room (Matthew 26:17-75; Mark 14:12-72; Luke 22:7-71).; Title: The Very First Lord's Supper - Arch Books | [
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24,071 | 0 | Told in the format of "This Is the House That Jack Built," this paper-over-board book opens promisingly enough with a view of the open tomb and the passage from Matthew (27:57-60) that describes Joseph from Armathea laying Jesus in the tomb and rolling the stone in front of it. Ebert's accompanying painting includes all the essential elements: the three crucifixes appear in the background, the stone has been rolled away from the tomb's opening and four men approach the tomb. But in the next spread, the tone set by the biblical passage is undermined by Wedeven's (Just in Time Esther) verse: "These are the men/ That made the crown/ That scratched the King/ That heard the bird/ That crowed near the cave the friend gave." However, the author makes no mention of the bird's role in fulfilling Christ's prophesy that Peter would deny him three times before the cock crows. Some descriptions may strike readers as trivializing ("This is the cross with nails that sting") or forced ("These are the friends with good news to bring,/ That heard the angel on shining wing/ That rolled the stone, a giant thing"). Ebert's portraits of Christ successfully convey a quiet resignation and dignity, but other paintings of butterflies, birds and squirrels take on a Disney-esque quality. Ages 4-8. Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.; Title: The Easter Cave | [
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24,072 | 20 | Compares the three parts of an apple to the three-in-one concept of God.; Title: 3 In 1: (A Picture of God) | [
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24,074 | 13 | Why Beethoven Threw the StewWhy did Bach's son call him 'The Old Wig'?What part did Stravinsky's parrot play at dinner parties?How did Mozart keep his pigtails styled?What did Schumann invent to make his fingers stronger?And why did Beethoven throw his stew?This book is a unique introduction for children to the world of classical composers and their music.Famous cellist Steven Isserlis brings six of his favorite composers to life in an irresistible manner, painting hilarious biographical portraits of each of them and describing their music in lively detail. Packed with facts, dates, anecdotes and illustrations, Why Beethoven Threw the Stew is an attractive and accessible read for children (and their parents!).Steven Isserlis was born at a fairly early age. His whole family was musical-- his father plays the violin, his mother played the piano, and his two sisters play the violin and viola-- so he took up the cello because he didn't want to get left out.He soon decided that playing the cello was what he wanted to do for the rest of his life (partly because it meant that he wouldn't have to get up too early in the morning to get to work). These days, he travels all over the world, playing concerts to whoever wants to listen (and to a few who don't too) and making recordings. He studied in England, Scotland and America; his main teacher was a wonderfully eccentric lady called Jane Cowan who convinced him that he had to become friends with the composers whose music he played. In 1998, he was awarded a CBE, for 'services to music' (though privately, he suspects it was because of his looks); and in 2000, the city of Zwickau (birthplace of the composer Robert Schumann, to whom a chapter of this book is devoted) bestowed the Schumann Prize 2000 upon his curly head. Steven lives in London, with Pauline (who tries to keep him in order), his son Gabriel (who manages to keep him in disorder), lots of cellos and a piano. He has a few hobbies, but what he likes best (apart from listening to music and reading books, perhaps) is to eat lots of food.; Title: Why Beethoven Threw the Stew (And Lots More Stories about the Lives of Great Composers) | [
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24,075 | 2 | Russell Stannard is Emeritus Professor of Physics at the Open University. He has travelled widely in Europe and the USA, researching high energy nuclear physics. He has received the Templeton UK project award and spent a year in America as a visiting fellow at the Center of Theological Theory, Princeton. He was awarded an OBE for services to physics and the popularisation of science. Married with four children of his own and three stepchildren, he vividly remembers the excitement of discovering Einstein's theories for the first time and he is dedicated to passing this inspiration on to new generations. The Time and Space of Uncle Albert was shortlisted for both the Science Award and the Whitbread Award, and his books have been translated into seventeen different languages.; Title: Uncle Albert and Quantum Quest | [
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24,076 | 15 | Russell Stannard is Emeritus Professor of Physics at the Open University. He has travelled widely in Europe and the USA, researching high energy nuclear physics. He has received the Templeton UK project award and spent a year in America as a visiting fellow at the Center of Theological Theory, Princeton. He was awarded an OBE for services to physics and the popularisation of science. Married with four children of his own and three stepchildren, he vividly remembers the excitement of discovering Einstein's theories for the first time and he is dedicated to passing this inspiration on to new generations. The Time and Space of Uncle Albert was shortlisted for both the Science Award and the Whitbread Award, and his books have been translated into seventeen different languages.; Title: The Time and Space of Uncle Albert | [
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24,077 | 0 | Lucy Boston was born in 1892 in Southport, Lancashire, one of six children. She went to a Quaker school in Surrey, and was married in 1917. She later moved to a beautiful manor house near Cambridge which provided the setting for her Green Knowe stories. She started writing at the age of sixty and won the Carnegie Medal for A Stranger of Green Knowe in 1961. Her books are illustrated by her son, Peter. Lucy Boston died in 1990. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.; Title: The Children of Green Knowe | [
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24,078 | 1 | Betty G. Birney worked at Disneyland for many years, has written several children's television shows and is the author of over twenty-five books, including the bestselling The World According to Humprey, which won the Richard and Judy Children's Book Club, Friendship According to Humphrey, Trouble According to Humphrey, Surprises According to Humphrey, More Adventures According to Humphrey and Holidays According to Humphrey. Her work has won many awards, including an Emmy and three Humanitas Prizes. She lives in America with her husband.; Title: My Summer Fair Surprise! | [
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24,079 | 1 | Betty G. Birney worked at Disneyland for many years, has written several children's television shows and is the author of over twenty-five books, including the bestselling The World According to Humprey, which won the Richard and Judy Children's Book Club, Friendship According to Humphrey, Trouble According to Humphrey, Surprises According to Humphrey, More Adventures According to Humphrey and Holidays According to Humphrey. Her work has won many awards, including an Emmy and three Humanitas Prizes. She lives in America with her husband.; Title: My Pet Show Panic! | [
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24,080 | 10 | Philip Ardagh, whose very first Grubtown Tale won him the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, is author of over 100 books including the award-winning Eddie Dickens adventures, currently in over 30 languages. He wrote BBC radio's first truly interactive radio drama, collaborated with Sir Paul McCartney on his first children's book and is a 'regularly irregular' reviewer of children's books for the Guardian. Married with a son, he divides his time between Tunbridge Wells and Grubtown, where he cultivates his impressive beard.David Roberts was born in Liverpool. He always loved drawing from an early age and couldn't wait to escape high school and go to art college. There he developed a keen interest in pottery and fashion and went on to study a degree in fashion design at Manchester Metropolitan University. After university he worked as a milliner and began to get work as a fashion illustrator, but always felt his true calling was in children's book illustration.; Title: Eddie Dickens Trilogy | [
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24,081 | 10 | Andy began his writing career working on Hollywood movie projects, such as Freddy Vs Jason and Foreverman for Spider-Man creator Stan Lee and legendary producer Robert Evans. He has written several graphic novels, including the horror-thriller Ritual and Kong King of Skull Island. His first children's books were the eight part Hero.com and Villain.net series for Oxford University Press. He's currently working on several exciting TV and feature projects in between his books. Tarzan has been a passion from childhood and he's thrilled to now be writing and updating the legendary hero.; Title: Tarzan: The Jungle Warrior: Bk. 2 | [] | Validation |
24,082 | 1 | 'Readers who love animals, especially cats, will be purring throughout. A purrfect caper for a not-too-criminal kitty.' Kirkus Reviews'Young readers will adore Atticus' Independent'I really enjoyed reading Atticus Claw. I like the idea that animals make plans together but I was glad Atticus was one of the good guys in the end. I would like to read more stories about Atticus Claw!' Shannon, aged 9 Scholastic Bookclub 12/4/12'This new book about a cat burglar is really worth a read ... Great read!' ABC MagazineJennifer Gray has been writing children's comedy for a couple of years. A former lawyer, she knows how to spot a cat burglar when she sees one, especially when he's a large tabby with a chewed ear and a handkerchief round his neck that says Atticus Claw. Jennifer's other books for children include Guinea Pigs On Line, co-written with Amanda Swift and published by Quercus. Jennifer lives in London and Scotland with her husband and four children, and of course Henry, a friendly but enigmatic cat.; Title: Atticus Claw Breaks the Law | [
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24,083 | 1 | K-Gr 2These charming British imports introduce children to Ava and her invisible cat, the adorable Squishy McFluff. The first book tells the story of Ava playing outside and "finding" the cat in the vegetable garden. The two play happily together, and Ava brings Squishy home and introduces him to her mother. Mummy plays along at first, pretending to see the cat, until Squishy's antics get out of control. Mummy tries to get rid of Squishy but to no avail. Eventually, Ava assures her mother that Squishy will learn to behave, and Mummy agrees to let him stay. In the second book, Squishy's exploits continue, this time at the grocery storyto Mummy's great consternation. Children will giggle at Squishy's misadventures and want to read more. VERDICT Rhyming text and simple, three-color illustrations make this a thumbs-up choice for early chapter readers.Kathy Kirchoefer, Henderson County Public Library, NCIn a punchy rhyming escapade, debut author Jones introduces an inventive girl named Ava and her invisible cat, Squishy McFluff. When household mishaps coincide with Squishys arrival, its time for him to gountil Avas clever Great Grandad Bill intervenes. Joness singsong verse is long-winded at times (Hes ever so small,/ he just doesnt know better./ He felt very bad/ for unraveling that sweater,/ And you must understand/ that kittens are frisky,/ He didnt deliberately/ spill Daddys whisky), though it gives the story the feel of an epic poem. Norwegian artist Okstads pink and teal graphics nicely highlight the mischievous goings-on. Available simultaneously: Supermarket Sweep! Ages 57. Publishers Weekly"How much mischief can an invisible cat cause? Plenty, if that cat is Squishy McFluff. While playing in the garden one day, a little white girl named Ava spies (or rather does not spy) something invisible. "This marvelous creature was fluffy and tiny, / As cute as a button, with eyes big and shiny, / A tail that swished proudly, first this way, then that. / A fabulous, friendly, invisible cat!" Ava and her new friend chase a pigeon (which gets away). Then she takes him in to meet her mum and introduces him as Squishy McFluff. Mum plays along, feeding Squishy some invisible fish, and all goes wellfor a while. There's marker on the curtains, paint on the carpet, and sweaters unraveledall Squishy's fault. Mum has lost patience with Squishy, but she finds it hard to send an invisible cat away. Happily, Great Grandad Bill visits to sweetly lay down the law. British rhymester Jones' American debut riffs on the well-worn "imaginary friend/pet done it" theme in this early chapter book, the first in a series, but she does it all in rhyming couplets accompanied by Okstad's peppy, pastel-colored pictures. In Book 2, Supermarket Sweep! (publishing simultaneously), Squishy creates mayhem in the market. Little Americans might need a translation or two, but Ava and Squishy will charm them nonetheless. Readers will wish that they had a kitty to blame their misdeeds on when they've actednaughty."Kirkus Reviews"Though Ava is the only one who can see Squishy McFluffs whiskers and silvery white fur, her parents welcome their daughters invisible kitten into their house. The two are inseparable, and as Squishy only eats invisible treats, hes no trouble at all to have aroundthat is, until he starts causing mischief. Ava quickly passes the blame for the marker on the curtains, the overturned glass, and the pigeon in the bathroom to her invisible companion. It takes a tactful visit from Great-Granddad Bill for the little girl to understand that poor behavior has consequences, even in pets. When Squishys supply of invisible fish is threatened as comeuppance, Ava vows to teach him to be good. While she never owns up to her misdeeds, Avas genuine concern for Squishy reveals that the behavior lesson has been taken to heart. This playful early chapter book will attract emergent readers with its rhyming text, widely spaced lines, and sweet red-and-blue illustrations. Look for book two in this funny British series, Squishy McFluff: Supermarket Sweep!, published simultaneously."Booklist; Title: Squishy McFluff: The Invisible Cat! | [
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24,084 | 1 | Jennifer Gray has been writing children's comedy for a couple of years. A former lawyer, she knows how to spot a cat burglar when she sees one, especially when he's a large tabby with a chewed ear and a handkerchief round his neck that says Atticus Claw. Jennifer lives in London and Scotland with her husband and four children, and of course Henry, a friendly but enigmatic cat.; Title: Atticus Claw Learns to Draw | [
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24,085 | 1 | Pip Jones lives in East London with her partner, her two daughters and a real invisible cat. She writes a lot. She is the author of four other Squishy McFluff books, several picture books (including Daddy's Sandwich)Ella Okstad returned to her native Norway after graduating where she now illustrates children's books. Squishy is her first imaginary cat. Her newest cat, Princess Kitten is written by Steve Metzger and is published by Harpercollins in 2017.Can you see him? My kitten? He has eyes big and roundHis miaow is so sweet (but it makes not a sound!)Imagine him quick! Have you imagined enough?Oh, good, you can see him! It's Squishy McFluff!; Title: Squishy McFluff: Supermarket Sweep! | [
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24,086 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2This rhyming book is the first in a series of stories about Harry the Hog and his friend, Candy Stripe Lil, a shrew. Lil has invited Harry to tea at 3:00 p.m. one foggy March afternoon. She has spent hours preparing such delicacies as earwig fudge, chocolate-chip beetles, warm jellied maggots, and muck-shake. The appointed hour has arrived, but no Harry. Could he be lost in the fog? Lil grabs her cap and raincoat and sets out to look for him. A sheep, a deer, and a crow join the little shrew in her search. Now there are four traveling through the thick fog. Suddenly they must STOP because something, some "THING of some kind [is] half sunk in the bog" before them. Together they push, pull, and heave the THING out. Lo and behold, it's a very dirty, very hungry, and very stuck Harry, who is more than ready for his tea. Seo's illustrations are created with inks and mostly consist of earth tones such as browns and greens. The animals' faces are friendly and childlike, and the story's pattern is very similar to that of Joan L. Nodset's classic Who Took the Farmer's Hat? VERDICT Children will enjoy trying to unravel the "mystery" of what's hiding in the fog. The book is a suitable choice for larger libraries or as a supplemental purchase.Roxanne Burg, Orange County Public Library, CACopus tells the tale in easy, breezy aabb rhyme that bounces rhythmically along, with each character's movements given a distinct, appropriate sound in perfect sync with the cadence. Seo's bright, inventive illustrations complement the action beautifully, convey Lil's every emotion, and are filled with unexpected and delightful details...Little readers will want to enjoy it again and again." Kirkus ReviewsA perfect combination of clever rhymes and beautiful illustrations Sunday ExpressWhimsical and enticing MetroJulia Copus is an accomplished poet, and in Hog in the Fog, illustrated by Eunyoung Seo, she shows what she can do, in lively rhyme, for a young audience ObserverTake a smidgeon of "The Gruffalo", add a tiny pinch of "Foggy Foggy Forest" and some truly charming artwork, and you're half way towards imagining how great "Hog in the Fog" is. Read it Daddy!The launch title in Faber's new picture book list, this is an exquisite rhyming tale about a hapless hog who gets lost in the fog. Beautiful illustrations Angels and UrchinsJulia Copus's lively rhyming and repetitive text makes the story come vividly to life. Julia Eccleshare LoveReading4Kids; Title: Hog in the Fog: A Harry and Lil Story | [
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24,087 | 0 | Philip Ardagh, whose very first Grubtown Tale won him the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, is author of over 100 books including the award-winning Eddie Dickens adventures, currently in over 30 languages. He wrote BBC radio's first truly interactive radio drama, collaborated with Sir Paul McCartney on his first children's book and is a 'regularly irregular' reviewer of children's books for the Guardian. Married with a son, he divides his time between Tunbridge Wells and Grubtown, where he cultivates his impressive beard. David Roberts was born in Liverpool. He always loved drawing from an early age and couldn't wait to escape high school and go to art college. There he developed a keen interest in pottery and fashion and went on to study a degree in fashion design at Manchester Metropolitan University. After university he worked as a milliner and began to get work as a fashion illustrator, but always felt his true calling was in children's book illustration.; Title: The Further Adventures of Eddie Dickens | [
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24,088 | 2 | A little white boy completes Grandma's dream house with a hammer and a bit of magic. Grandma used to be an architect. She built "the tallest skyscrapers, the most beautiful palaces," and many other buildings. Every night the little boy sits in Grandma's lap in Grandma's favorite chair in the study, in front of a roaring fire, and looks at photographs from Grandma's past. She plans to build a beautiful house for the two of them that will be on a hill on the horizon beyond the sea. But time is marching on; Grandma becomes too old to build a house, to make dinner, to climb the stairs. One day, the boy comes home to find her gone, and now the house is "just rooms." But he has an idea. He works for months building, through wind and snow and rain. Finally, he has it: a giganticgrandmother! (There's a little chimney sprouting from her metallic blue hair.) She takes him by the hand and leaps into the air. They fly over gigantic fields, walk on the ocean, and scale tall skyscrapers. Finally, he sees it. On a hill above the city and across the sea sits the house that Grandma has started for him. It becomes The Building Boy's School for Young Architects. Montgomery's imaginative tale of grief and legacy is refreshingly untethered by logic. Litchfield's illustrations amplify his themes with originality and a warm palette. Sad and sweet. (Picture book. 4-7)"Kirkus ReviewsA boy and his grandma, a former architect, live together in a cozy home. They sit together, poring over photos of buildings she had designed and talking of the house she would soon build for the boy. But soon does not come fast enough, for the grandma passes away and the home is now just a house. Inspired, the boy constructs a giant version of his grandma that comes to life and carries the boy to the half-completed house she had begun. An endearing and satisfying twist brings closure to the boy and to the story. Themes of self-reliance, overcoming grief, celebration of the elderly, and gender equality are quiet backdrops to this imaginative tale. The surrealism of the text is perfectly paired with the surrealism of Litchfields unique illustrations. A crowning touch is the angularity in the illustrations, a subtle nod to architecture. Reviewer: Wendy Miller Kibler; Ages 1 to 5." -- Children's Literature "Brilliantly inventive... quirky and life-affirming,with a sense of the surreal."The Bookseller"Beautiful and deceptively simple... [a] sensitive and haunting tale."BooktrustReviews of David Litchfield, The Bear and the Piano<br"Litchfields multilayered mixed-media illustrations gracefully portray dappled forest groves, the energy of a packed concert hall, and the simultaneous bustle and solitude of city life. The bears emotionscontentment, pride, uncertainty, reliefare captured with equal skill in a tenderly moving story about embracing ones potential while remembering ones roots." - Publishers Weekly, STARRED review"This is one of those rare books that children can return to again and again through the years, each time finding new meaning appropriate to their varying ages and stages...Litchfield's poignant debut picture book celebrates both the wonders of wandering far in pursuit of one's dreams and the sweet comfort of returning home." - Kirkus, STARRED review"Litchfields debut picture book is a visual feast. Using a variety of different techniques and then digitally assembling them, he has produced a story filled with verdant and luminous images that create an enchanting atmosphere." - School Library Journal; Title: The Building Boy | [
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24,089 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1When a little girl offers to make her distracted daddy a sandwich, readers will assume they know what's coming. She begins by adding butter, cheese, and tomatoes to crusty white bread, but before long, she's throwing in personal and household items that her dad loves, including his slippers, tool belt, TV remote, and cell phone. Eventually, the girl starts to pile onto the sandwich all the things she loves, including her jigsaws and wading pool! As the items get sillier and sillier, the child adds a giant squirt of ketchup and then climbs to the top of the towering sandwich concoction, knowing that she is the one thing that Daddy loves most of all. The little girl looks darling and slightly mischievous, while the expression on the father's face when he sees the sandwich is a perfect mixture of sheepishness and horrified surprise. VERDICT Kids will love groaning over all of the crazy ingredients, and then they'll want to make a sandwich for someone they love!Sally James, South Hillsborough Elementary School, Hillsborough, CA"A young girl makes Daddy a sandwich with all his favorite ingredients.But not all of them are edible. The first couple spreads will be all too familiar to any caregiver: the little girl repeats "Daddy" louder and louder to try to get her father's attention, but soccer on TV is distracting him. When he steals away to the kitchen for a cookie, she offers to make him a sandwich, and he offhandedly says yes (maybe he is thinking she means a pretend sandwich). But while this sandwich does have bread on top and bottom, the middle is filled with all sorts of things Dad loves: butter, a block of stinky cheese, a whole tomatoand his cellphone, Mum's bubble bath ("he sits in there for ages"), his tool belt, etc. And the pice de rsistance? "More than anything, Daddy loves // ME!" The book ends when Dad walks into the kitchen to view her final creation: "Daddy! Your sandwich is ready!" The adorably scribbly round-headed, big-eyed, white cherub with pink cheeks and brown pigtails is the very picture of innocence, though readers might suspect she's not by the end. It's difficult to tell if she knows better or she is truly nave, as she sneaks away with Daddy's slippers and hides behind his chair to slip away the TV remote.This book may spark inspirationdads best hide their treasures."Kirkus Reviews Intent on making a snack for her father, a thoughtful young girl creates a monumental sub, in Daddys Sandwich, from Pip Jones. Even Dagwood would be impressed when she decides to include everything that Daddy really likes, from slightly stinky cheese and jelly beans to pop-up books, jigsaw puzzles, and Mums bubble bath. Laura Hughess colorfully quirky illustrations complement the imaginative and lighthearted tribute to dads everywhere as the sandwich reaches epic proportions.Foreword Reviews"When a little girl offers to make her distracted daddy a sandwich, readers will assume they know whats coming. She begins by adding butter, cheese, and tomatoes to crusty white bread, but before long, shes throwing in personal and household items that her dad loves, including his slippers, tool belt, TV remote, and cell phone. Eventually, the girl starts to pile onto the sandwich all the things she loves, including her jigsaws and wading pool! As the items get sillier and sillier, the child adds a giant squirt of ketchup and then climbs to the top of the towering sandwich concoction, knowing that she is the one thing that Daddy loves most of all. The little girl looks darling and slightly mischievous, while the expression on the fathers face when he sees the sandwich is a perfect mixture of sheepishness and horrified surprise. VERDICT Kids will love groaning over all of the crazy ingredients, and then theyll want to make a sandwich for someone they love!" School Library Journal (Sally James, South Hillsborough Elementary School, Hillsborough, CA); Title: Daddy's Sandwich (Ruby Roo) | [
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24,090 | 18 | Throughout history, men, women, and children have battled the elements and lived to share their stories. Among the nearly two dozen subjects Long includes in this collection are 17-year-old Juliane Koepcke, who survived a plane crash in the Peruvian rainforest; Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton; and Aron Ralston, a hiker forced to amputate his own arm, an incident that inspired the 2010 film 127 Hours. Hyndmans grainy artwork depicts the survivors at the peak moments of danger19th-century trapper Hugh Glass lunges at an attacking grizzly bear with his knife, surgeon Leonid Rogozov peers down at his abdomen, giving himself a necessary appendectomy at a polar research station. While offering excitement and peril, Longs riveting narratives also provide insight into how these individuals used their skills, knowledge, and fortitude to survive. Ages 911. -- Publishers Weekly"Gr 5 Up - Long compiles 23 harrowing true stories of men and women who survived everything from a plane crash to quicksand. The short vignettes span the 19th and 21st centuries, and some narratives are better known than others. Some tales convey hope, such as Anna Bagenholm's account of surviving hypothermia after falling into freezing water - an experience that led to discoveries about the human body and extreme cold. Themes of perseverance, inspiration, and interconnectedness ground the selections in reality and remind readers that those who survived often did so because others came to their aid. Some stories contain graphic scenes and death. Color illustrations accompany each selection and deftly capture the action. Hyndman portrays the individuals with few distinguishing features, allowing readers to imagine themselves in the survivors' tales. The absence of a table of contents and back matter makes this title better suited for pleasure reading than reports. VERDICT Thrilling accounts of peril that are sure to draw in casual readers." -- School Library JournalQuick! What do Juliane Koepcke, Poon Lim, and Mauro Prosperi have in common? Give up? Like the other 20 people profiled here, they are survivors of extraordinarily dangerous experiences. Koepcke survived a fall of more than two miles from a disintegrating airplane; Lim survived for 133 days on a raft in the Pacific Ocean; and Prosperi survived being lost in the Sahara Desert. Many of the survivors featured in Longs book are not well-known, but a few are: explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton; Aron Ralston, who famously cut off his own arm to release himself from a fallen boulder; and nineteenth-century trapper Hugh Glass, whose ordeal became the basis for the book and movie The Revenant. Each of the 23 accounts seems more jaw-dropping than the one before, and all are testaments to the human spirit. The handsome, oversize volume is enhanced by Hyndmans single- and double-page illustrations. While appealing to all readers, this will have special interest for reluctant ones." - Michael Cart, BooklistFor as long as people have looked for adventure, some have also found danger; and when it comes to stories of survival few can match the true tales found in this book. Sometimes the individuals know they are taking huge risks, while others are just incredibly unlucky. But in every case these men, women and children have been forced to battle against almost impossible odds -- at sea, in the air, and in horrifying situations down on the ground. As you'll read in these pages, they needed to find amazing reserves of strength, fortitude, and self-belief to come through it all safely. Not everyone emerges unscathed, and quite a few suffer injuries, but their stories are exciting, insightful and inspirational -- and however unbelievable, absolutely true.; Title: Survivors: Extraordinary Tales from the Wild and Beyond | [
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24,091 | 0 | Emma Carroll was a secondary school English teacher. Strange Star is Emma's fifth novel, she has also written Frost Hollow Hall, The Girl Who Walked on Air, In Darkling Wood and The Snow Sister. She lives in the Somerset hills with her husband and two terriers.; Title: Strange Star | [
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24,092 | 1 | "...it's Robins' lively, clever illustrations that pull the humor out of the hat and animate the story.... It doesn't matter that young kids will not be familiar with the original source; they will simply be delighted with the rhyming text and the reactions to his humorous acts." —Kirkus ReviewsThomas Stearns Eliot was born in St Louis, Missouri, in 1888. He came to England in 1914 and published his first book of poems in 1917. He received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1948. Eliot died in 1965.Arthur Robins is a renowned cartoonist and illustrator of over fifty books, including What Use is a Moose?, Bertie was a Watchdog, and The Amazing Adventures of Chilly Billy, as well as the enormously popular series Seriously Silly Stories.; Title: Mr. Mistoffelees: The Conjuring Cat (Old Possum Picture Books) | [
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24,093 | 0 | Thomas Stearns Eliot was born in St Louis, Missouri, in 1888. He came to England in 1914 and published his first book of poems in 1917. He received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1948. Eliot died in 1965.Arthur Robins is a renowned cartoonist and illustrator of over fifty books, including What Use is a Moose?, Bertie was a Watchdog, and The Amazing Adventures of Chilly Billy, as well as the enormously popular series Seriously Silly Stories.Mungojerrie and Rumpelteazer were a very notorious couple of cats. As knockabout clowns, quick-change comedians, tight-rope walkers and acrobats.And when you heard a dining-room smashThen the family would say: "Its that horrible catIt was Mungojerrie! and Rumpelteazer!" And theres nothing at all to be done about that!; Title: Mungojerrie and Rumpelteazer (Old Possum Picture Books) | [
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24,094 | 2 | A beautifully illustrated, laugh aloud book to share with age three and upwards Irish ExaminerJulia Copus was born in London, near to the Young Vic theatre, and now lives in Somerset. She has won First Prize in the National Poetry Competition and the Forward Prize for Best Single Poem (2010). She also writes for radio; her first play, Eenie Meenie Macka Racka, was awarded the BBC's Alfred Bradley prize. She is a Lector for the Royal Literary Fund, and in 2008 was made an Honorary Fellow at the University of Exeter. Hog in the Fog is her debut picture book.; Title: The Hog, the Shrew and the Hullabaloo: A Harry and Lil Story | [
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24,095 | 6 | YouTube vlogging sensation and self-confessed Pinterest addict Louise Pentland (Sprinkle of Glitter) is right at the heart of the vlogger community. She is best friends with YouTube superstar Zoella and Louise's YouTube videos get 2.6 million views per month. She is active across all social media channels and her followers grow day by day.Best known for her honest advice and up-beat attitude, Louise's channel is full of beauty recommendations, DIY ideas, shopping hauls and life chats. She is constantly engaged with her fans.; Title: Sprinkle of Glitter 2016 Diary | [
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24,096 | 2 | Praise for Dozy Bear and the Secret of Sleep: The mellow illustrations reinforce the texts gentle progression toward sleep as they transition from the warm colors of sunset into the soft and cool hues of night....parents whose children struggle to fall asleep may benefit from integrating this story into the bedtime routine. —School Library JournalKatie Blackburn is the author of Where the Wild Moms Are, and Where the Wild Dads Went, two hilarious homages to Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are. She has also written a further Dozy Bear adventure (Dozy Bear and The Secret of Sleep) which helps children to fall asleep. Katie lives in London with her husband and young child. Richard Smythe graduated from an Illustration masters degree in 2010. Since then he worked for a variety of clients internationally, though ultimately he loves working on picture book texts.; Title: Dozy Bear and the Secret of Food | [
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24,097 | 1 | Thomas Stearns Eliot was born in St Louis, Missouri, in 1888. He came to England in 1914 and published his first book of poems in 1917. He received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1948. Eliot died in 1965.Arthur Robins is a renowned cartoonist and illustrator of over fifty books, including What Use is a Moose?, Bertie was a Watchdog, and The Amazing Adventures of Chilly Billy, as well as the enormously popular series Seriously Silly Stories.; Title: Skimbleshanks: The Railway Cat (Old Possum Picture Books) | [
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24,098 | 0 | K-Gr 2"At night when you are sleeping/there's a party in your house." And of course that party is an amazing fruit dance off! The lemon break-dances, the banana spins records, and the grapes start a conga line. But this title isn't meant to be read so much as it's supposed to be sung! The beginning of the book lists a website that offers an animated video of all of the characters and the actual melody to the song, which gives off a hilarious early 1980s hip-hop vibe. Much like the early "Pete the Cat" series or the new Eric Litwin books, this volume works even better when paired with the actual music, and readers can easily follow along to the beat. But the melody and lyrics of "Kitchen Disco" are slightly more complex; kids and adults will still be jumping and dancing around in excitement, but they will have difficulty singing along in a storytime setting. A creative storyteller will be able to come up with ways to incorporate the audience, but the author doesn't leave clear moments for participation, which feels like a missed opportunity. The illustrations are simplistic, and sharp, fat lining and blinding color add to the wild atmosphere and experience. VERDICT A fun and funky addition guaranteed to get storytime kids moving.Peter Blenski, Greenfield Public Library, WI"A party season essential" - The Times, UK"Foges' rhyming text includes several cute puns, and Murphy's heavily outlined, colorful illustrations are busy and bright. Sound effects and dialogue in speech bubbles ("Uh-oh" / "Busted!") add to the fun.... Cute and catchy."Kirkus Reviews"This exquisite book is an instant classic. Filled to the brim with great characters, brought to life with just a few lines of text, and perfectly matched with hilarious, colourful illustrations that are bursting with life. Each page brings a smile to your face and the repetitive chorus will ensure even small children will be able to join in the sing-a-long fun. Highly recommended, this is one of the finest and funniest young children's books in years."Booktrust, the largest reading charity in the UK"Absurdly catchy account of what the fruit gets up to when the household sleeps, complete with blaring, psychedelic illustrations." - Metro"As soon as the lights go out and everythings quiet, its party time in the fruit bowl (Its called the kitchendisco / and everyones invited / so move your hips / shake your pips / and lets get all excited!). Out spillthe lemons and the mangoes, the tangerines, the grapes, and all the rest toin Murphys big, brightcartoon picturesshake their booties and show off their other moves. Foges block-lettered lyrics crank upthe rhythm, and its all such a blast that theres barely a stutter when the kitchen door swings open and insashay two youngsters. With a page turn, foil stars and a disco ball appear, sending the glittering gala tonew heights. Come sunrise, its back to the fruit bowl for a recuperative snooze. A juicy invitation to 'Shake it like a mango / party like a pear / wiggle like an apple, / HEY! / and dance like you dont care.' John Peters, Booklist; Title: Kitchen Disco | [
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24,099 | 0 | "It's rare that a poem not meant for a picture book translates so smoothly into the form, but Macavity does, coming in at the perfect length with ample opportunity for illustrations to help build out the story. . . .Like Eliot's verses, [Robins's illustrations] present a world of mischief and hilarity." NEW YORK TIMES"Robins has infused new life into the trickster cat." KIRKUSThomas Stearns Eliot was born in St Louis, Missouri, in 1888. He came to England in 1914 and published his first book of poems in 1917. He received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1948. Eliot died in 1965.Arthur Robins is a renowned cartoonist and illustrator of over fifty books, including Little Rabbit Foo Foo.; Title: Jellicle Cats (Old Possum Picture Books) | [
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