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2,500 | 2 | “No child can resist Amelia [Bedelia] and her literal trips through the minefield of the English language—and no adult can fail to notice that she’s usually right when she’s wrong.” (New York Times Book Review)“Readers will giggle over Amelia [Bedelia]’s mishaps, and her genuine joie de vivre may assuage first-day fears.” (Publishers Weekly)“Amelia [Bedelia] wears her new picture-book format well…[it] works beautifully as a new way to encounter the gaffe-prone gal.” (Booklist)“Returning with her pun-filled humor and misunderstandings of certain expressions, Amelia Bedelia has her first day of school in this adventure...Children will laugh at Amelia Bedelia’s antics, and in many cases, the illustrations enhance the text’s humor. ...Young readers will relate to the emotions that Amelia feels.” (School Library Journal)Amelia Bedelia loves everything about schoolHooray for School!; Title: Amelia Bedelia's First Day of School | [
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2,501 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2—In this follow-up to Willoughby & the Lion (HarperCollins, 2009), Foley offers another stunning visual look into a child's imagination. This time, Willoughby struggles to go to sleep because the moon has disappeared and the night is too dark. Perplexed and a bit frightened, he sees a light coming from his closet and, inside, discovers the moon with a giant snail on it, looking for his lost silver ball. The search for the ball leads the duo through all the moon's nooks and crannies and eventually back to the security of Willoughby's own bed. In the tradition of Crockett Johnson's Harold and the Purple Crayon (1955) and Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are (1963, both HarperCollins), this story wholeheartedly buys into a child's imagined world as an escape from an uncertain reality. But truly it is the illustrations that shine. The two-tone pictures layer black and silver ink in vibrant Pop-style line drawings over digital prints to transport readers into Willoughby's dark world, where he searches for light. The level of detail in the snail's map of the moon alone sets the book above most of its bedtime-story contemporaries. Foley's latest is a must-have addition to the canon of stories of little boys struggling to go to sleep.—Sarah Townsend, Norfolk Public Library, VA (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Foleys follow-up to Willoughby & the Lion (2009) is every bit as luminousand thats meant literally. With blacks so absolute they shine, and silvers so shimmering they practically act as mirrors, the book is a visual dazzler. Willoughby wonders where the waning moon has gone to before discovering it inside of his closet, along with a giant snail that has lost his ball. Much of the books charm is that none of this weirdness is explained, and soon Willoughby is racing all over the moon on a search that ends in a serious game of snail-ball. Bizarre, idiosyncratic, and sure to be adored by the right kind of kid. Grades K-2. --Daniel Kraus; Title: Willoughby & the Moon | [
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2,502 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2—An original story of how the stars came to be in the sky. Little Moon Princess lives alone on a moon amid a field of jeweled flowers surrounded by a vast darkness. A sparrow stops by and comments on the loveliness of her home. Little Moon Princess agrees and says she is happy but it frightens her that she cannot see beyond it. The sparrow suggests spreading her jewels in the sky in order to light up the darkness and together they do just that. The result is a beautiful night sky. Lee's stunning use of watercolor and ink creates the illusion of light, and her art offers readers a breathtaking view of the night sky. A lovely read-aloud at storytime.—C. J. Connor, Campbell County Public Library, Cold Spring, KY (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Long ago, before there were stars, a sparrow flies through vast darkness toward a faraway light, which turns out to be a jewel-flower-covered moon. There, the sparrow is welcomed by a young princess, who says that she gets frightened: The darkness is so very big and I am so very small. The sparrow comes up with an idea about how to extend the jewels light, and he and the princess work together to bring beauty, illumination, and comfort to the universe. The story concludes with a reminder to remember the moon princess when stargazing. In her first picture book, Lee offers a charming pourquoi tale that is also a sympathetic, reassuring depiction of night fears and the value of friendship. The glowing illustrations in richly graduated tones include dramatic scenes, such as one in which the princess gazes toward a seemingly endless gray-black expanse, as well as sweet ones, as when bird and princess nestle beneath a blanket of stars. With the flavor of a classic tale, this simply phrased story will engage both young listeners and independent readers. Preschool-Grade 3. --Shelle Rosenfeld; Title: The Little Moon Princess | [
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2,503 | 2 | Mercer Mayer is the creator of the enduringly popular Little Critter books. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer has created a beloved and classic character in Little Critter. You can visit him at www.littlecritter.com.; Title: Little Critter: My Trip to the Science Museum | [
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2,504 | 2 | Mercer Mayer is the creator of the enduringly popular Little Critter books. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer has created a beloved and classic character in Little Critter. You can visit him at www.littlecritter.com.; Title: Little Critter: Just a Little Luck | [
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2,505 | 1 | Sasha has everything she wants: kind housefolk who take care of her during the day and the freedom to explore the woods beyond Twolegplace at night. But when Sasha is forced to leave her home, she must forge a solitary new life in the forest. Life on her own is exciting at first but quickly gets lonely. When Sasha meets Tigerstar, leader of ShadowClan, she wonders whether she would be better off joining the ranks of his forest Clan. But Tigerstar has many secrets, and Sasha must decide whether she can trust him.Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of animals and a fascination with the ferocity of the natural world. As well as having great respect for nature in all its forms, Erin enjoys creating rich, mythical explanations for animal behavior. She is the author of the Warriors, Seekers, Survivors, and Bravelands series. She lives in the UK. Visit her online at www.warriorcats.com.; Title: Warriors: Tigerstar and Sasha #1: Into the Woods | [
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2,506 | 1 | This manga—the fifth based on Hunter's immensely popular children's series—follows the adventures of the cat Sasha after she leaves the Tigerclan, horrified by Tigerstar's growing violence; it picks up where Warriors: Tigerstar and Sasha left off. Sasha wrestles with whether she should return to live among the housefolk or make a life for herself in the forest. Her travels take her to dangerous city streets, the suburbs and a boat, and allow her to make new friends. Along the way, she learns to value herself and trust her instincts. Hudson's artwork brings Sasha's emotional journey to life, showing each moment of fear, anxiety, contentment and joy. The cat's-eye perspective of many of the panels, in addition, add a dramatic, energizing element to the book. Jolley's story breaks no new ground, but he offers a nicely paced tale that should resonate with young adult readers struggling to find their own place in the world, as well as cat fanciers of any age. Girls may especially benefit from reading about Sasha's decision to walk away from the powerful Tigerstar. A twist at the end will leave fans eager for the next installment of Sasha's saga. (Jan.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Grade 4–6—Sweet, sensitive Sasha leaves the forest and the ShadowClan after being betrayed by the cat clan's power-hungry leader, Tigerstar. Life without a clan for protection is difficult, though. Can she survive alone? The second volume in a graphic-novel adaptation of the popular series, this title should appeal to its fans, and the gripping plot may attract new ones. Though the cover claims that this is a "manga," the straightforward illustrations are drawn in a simple, realistic style. Purchase if the "Warriors" series is already popular.—Lisa Goldstein, Brooklyn Public Library, NY Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: Warriors: Tigerstar and Sasha #2: Escape from the Forest | [
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2,507 | 15 | PreSchool-Grade 1—An artful introduction to nature, stillness, and the power of observation. A wide-eyed boy enters a garden replete with fluttering butterflies, birds, and blooming trees, all rich with color. "I sit quietly. If I am very still, I see more." He also hears sounds: "chirp, squeak, crunch." A robin eats red berries from a bush, a turtle munches moss, a lizard snaps up a moth, and so on. Animals small and large question motives as each one finds its meal: "The frog hopped up and caught a gnat. Why did you do that? asked a fish. I was hungry, said the frog, and I didn't want to eat you." Learning by observing and listening to the creatures in turn, the boy finally gathers a meal of apples, berries, carrots, and more for a picnic with his friends-the myriad creatures. With spare words and a balance of line and color against white backgrounds framed with lacey branches, Aliki deftly portrays the benefits of observing nature. Back matter tells how to grow a "quiet" garden. This book is perfect for reading aloud: "The squirrel crunched on an acorn. Why did you do that? asked the spider. Ah-wa-wan-gwy, said the squirrel, crunching away."—Marian Creamer, Children's Literature Alive, Portland, OR Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.I love to go out in the garden, says a young boy, who describes what he sees and hears when he sits still in his lush backyard. The quiet garden, it turns out, is teeming with life, and the boy imagines noisy conversations among the small animals he observes. After a robin nibbles berries on a bush, for example, a snail asks, Why did you do that? I was hungry, the robin replies. That question and answer becomes a rhythmic refrain, subtly introducing food-chain concepts in dialogue between pairs of animals. Finally, the boy realizes that he, too, is hungry, and after gathering vegetables and fruit, he shares a picnic with his animal friends. Young children will delight in the detailed pictures, rendered in watercolor, crayon, and ink, which contrast expansive aerial views of the garden with close-up scenes of the boy, surrounded by flowering plants and small companions. The words lulling repetition creates a subtle, meditative tone that reinforces the message: quiet observation can reveal an exciting, anything-but-quiet world. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Gillian Engberg; Title: Quiet in the Garden | [
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2,508 | 2 | Kindergarten-Grade 2—Nancy is back, and here she encourages her audience to use some "fancy" words. Arranged alphabetically with usually one entry per letter, the terms are introduced. For example, "Fiasco—a big flop, a disaster. I dropped all the parfaits. What a fiasco!" Instead of dogs, Nancy uses "canine" and substitutes "excursion" for trip. Other fun-filled suggestions include "boa," "tiara," and "wardrobe." The energetic, colorful illustrations entice readers to add sparkle to their conversations and writings.—Linda Staskus, Parma Regional Library, OH Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Fancy Nancys many fans will want this alphabetically organized list of fancy words. Designed to expand vocabulary, the book places one new word and its definition on a page, then offers a sentence to show its use in context. For instance, accessories is defined as fancy extra stuff. The sentence, which explains that Nancy has more fancy stuff than anybody else in the world, is bolstered by an ink-and-watercolor illustration, featuringNancy coveredin bows and boas, ribbons and wrappings. The vocabulary builders include great wordssuch asimprovise and parasolbut kids will have fun with the concept, too. Grades K-2. --Ilene Cooper; Title: Fancy Nancy's Favorite Fancy Words: From Accessories to Zany | [
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2,509 | 2 | “Even the most reluctant reader will be drawn in.” (School Library Journal)“Even the most reluctant reader will be drawn in by the humor and repetitive silliness. Add where beginning chapter books are needed.” (School Library Journal)The weirdness never stops!It's Pee Wee Football season, and A.J.'s new coach is crazy. She wants the boys to do push-ups in the mud. She wants them to pick up a car. And worst of all, she wants to put girls on the team! You'll never believe in a million hundred years what happens in the big game.; Title: My Weird School Daze #4: Coach Hyatt Is a Riot! | [
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2,510 | 11 | Little Critter(R) spends a day with Dad!When Mom and Little Sister go to town, Dad treats Little Critter to a special day. Together they ride bikes, play football, and catch a baseball game. Little Critter even has a surprise for Dad when they get home!With its fun illustrations and simple text, Little Critter: Just a Special Day is the perfect story for emergent readers to share with their big buddies.Mercer Mayer is the creator of the enduringly popular Little Critter books. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer has created a beloved and classic character in Little Critter. You can visit him at www.littlecritter.com.; Title: Little Critter: Just a Special Thanksgiving | [
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2,511 | 2 | A companion to this author-illustrator team's previous effort, I Love You as Much..., which focused on motherly love, this cuddly picture book instead celebrates the relationship between fathers and their children. Each spread features stirring images of a papa and baby animal pair in their natural habitat, and a couplet of verse containing words of wisdom spoken by the elder, e.g., "Said the father panda to his child, 'Someday you'll snuggle your own cub and dream.' " The cozy and warm-toned oil portraits of a father lion licking his cub, awash in golden sunlight, and of a majestic eagle watching over his chick in their lofty mountain nest, are the perfect pairing for the text's gentle rhythm and rhyme scheme. Though certain to tug especially at parents' heartstrings, the reassuring words here will have kids clamoring to share some quiet time reading this book with someone they love. Ages 2-7. Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Laura Krauss Melmed is author of Capital! Washington D.C. from A to Z and New York, New York! The Big Apple from A to Z, also illustrated by Frané Lessac; I Love You As Much . . . , illustrated by Henri Sorensen; and the critically acclaimed The Rainbabies, illustrated by Jim LaMarche. She lives with her husband in Washington, D.C.; Title: My Love Will Be with You | [] | Train |
2,512 | 2 | Starred Review. PreSchool-K—Henkes cleverly begins his story on the front jacket. Against a backdrop of red leaves and drifting snowflakes, a large and endearing molasses-colored bear, defined by sturdy dark brown lines, strides across the page. His journey continues through the opening spreads: it is obvious that this creature knows exactly where he is heading. By the time the story actually begins, Old Bear has found his den and lies sound asleep, oblivious to the swirl of winter around him. Dreams comfort him: once more a cub and surrounded by the colors of spring, he naps in a giant pink crocus. His dreams turn to summer where a daisy sun shines in the sky, leaves appear as butterflies, and clouds rain tasty blueberries. Old Bear dreams on through the seasons. Then, one day he awakens, stretches, and heads out into the real world where he is met with flowering trees, butterflies and tulips, and a glistening lake. Now, Old Bear is part of the wonder. As he did in Kitten's First Full Moon, Henkes has created a thoroughly delightful character filled with curiosity and sweetness and placed him in a simple tale that unfolds with a natural, rhythmical pace. And to fill out his cyclical story, the artist provides autumnal front endpapers and contrasting vernal back endpapers. Opportunities to introduce the seasons, colors, and animal hibernation abound. Old Bear will enrapture young listeners for years to come.—Barbara Elleman, Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, Amherst, MA Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.*Starred Review* Henkes returns to the artistic style of his Caldecott Medal winner, Kittens First Full Moon (2004), and A Good Day (2007) in another picture-book celebration of simple, pure joy. All winter long, while snow falls outside his den, Old Bear lies silent and still in a deep sleep. In his dreams, though, hes an active explorerwho roams the woods, savoring each seasons pleasures: springs blooms, summers berries, falls fiery colors, and winters blazing stars.When Old Bear finally wakes, he finds a gloriousand very realspring world. As in so many of Henkesbooks, nothing is superfluous. Every word, line, color choice, and composition element feels essential and fits beautifully into a common theme. The circle of the seasons, so clearly illustrated in the exuberant images, is echoed throughout the book, even in the texts cyclical rhythms: Old Bear slept and dreamed, dreamed and slept. The elemental words and graceful pacing make this a perfect read-aloudfor preschoolers. Theyll want to linger over the scenes of Old Bears whimsical dreams, rendered in bold outlines and color washes that move with the seasons from pastel spring through icy-blue winter. Young children already know what Old Bear discovers: the lines between imagined and real worlds are blurry, and each place is filled with wonderment. --Gillian Engberg; Title: Old Bear | [
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2,513 | 2 | Join Little Critter® as he discovers how a little love can fix any problem—big or little!Mercer Mayer is the creator of the enduringly popular Little Critter books. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer has created a beloved and classic character in Little Critter. You can visit him at www.littlecritter.com.; Title: Little Critter: Just a Little Love (My First I Can Read) | [
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2,514 | 1 | Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of animals and a fascination with the ferocity of the natural world. As well as having great respect for nature in all its forms, Erin enjoys creating rich, mythical explanations for animal behavior. She is the author of the Warriors, Seekers, Survivors, and Bravelands series. She lives in the UK. Visit her online at www.warriorcats.com.; Title: The Last Hope (Warriors: Omen of the Stars No. 6) | [
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2,515 | 2 | Dan Gutman is the New York Times bestselling author of the Genius Files series; the Baseball Card Adventure series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies around the world; and the My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million copies. Thanks to his many fans who voted in their classrooms, Dan has received nineteen state book awards and ninety-two state book award nominations. He lives in New York City with his wife, Nina. You can visit him online at www.dangutman.com.; Title: My Weird School Daze #5: Officer Spence Makes No Sense! | [
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2,516 | 2 | Gr 3-5–In this installment in the series, young A.J. and his classmates learn that their school, Ella Mentry, is having financial problems. His teachers are losing their jobs, supplies are getting scarce, and the new speech teacher is given an office in the girls' bathroom. A.J. and his friends attend class with Miss Laney, a flamboyant instructor who loves game shows and makes her students repeat all sorts of difficult tongue twisters. As the budget cuts continue to affect the school, the students try to think up ways they can earn a million dollars. Miss Laney suggests that they put on a play but as soon as she casts the parts, she is laid off. All looks hopeless until she finds another way to raise money that involves one of her favorite game shows. This beginning chapter book is told in witty prose, through A.J.'s point of view, and is sprinkled throughout with cartoon illustrations. A lighthearted look at a serious, topical issue.Donna Atmur, Los Angeles Public Library© Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Dan Gutman is the New York Times bestselling author of the Genius Files series; the Baseball Card Adventure series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies around the world; and the My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million copies. Thanks to his many fans who voted in their classrooms, Dan has received nineteen state book awards and ninety-two state book award nominations. He lives in New York City with his wife, Nina. You can visit him online at www.dangutman.com.; Title: My Weird School Daze #8: Miss Laney Is Zany! | [
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2,518 | 2 | Dan Gutman is the New York Times bestselling author of the Genius Files series; the Baseball Card Adventure series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies around the world; and the My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million copies. Thanks to his many fans who voted in their classrooms, Dan has received nineteen state book awards and ninety-two state book award nominations. He lives in New York City with his wife, Nina. You can visit him online at www.dangutman.com.; Title: My Weird School Daze #6: Mrs. Jafee Is Daffy! | [
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2,519 | 1 | Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of animals and a fascination with the ferocity of the natural world. As well as having great respect for nature in all its forms, Erin enjoys creating rich, mythical explanations for animal behavior. She is the author of the Warriors, Seekers, Survivors, and Bravelands series. She lives in the UK. Visit her online at www.warriorcats.com.; Title: The Forgotten Warrior: Warriors- Omen of the Stars, No. 5 | [
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2,520 | 2 | Starred Review. Foley (Thank You Bear) scores points for unique visual presentation in this sumptuously produced, two-color book, instantly distinguished by its heavily embossed jacket. Willoughby Smith has moved to a disappointing new home, pictured in a flimsy black line on an expanse of white. One day, Willoughby sees a lion perched on a boulder. Rendered in metallic gold ink, the lion shines, its gleam set off by the book's highly coated paper. The lion promises Willoughby 10 wishes but adds, Unless you wish for the most wonderful thing of all, I'll be stuck on this rock forever. Willoughby's first nine wishes benefit himself, from a palace shown in gold on black (it resembles a crisply engraved metal plate) to a hot-air-balloon-submarine, intricately diagrammed in white on gold. With every wish, the ratio of gold to gray increases and Foley's compositions, mingling line drawings with digitally manipulated b&w photos, become more complex. Brassy layers and a sprinkling of stars imply fantastic wealth, leavened with grayscale pixels; the elegant combination of the two basic colors boosts the visual impact exponentially. The 10th wish, whispered to the lion, finally reverses the acquisitive sequence; Foley implies selflessness at last, signaled by an expansive sunrise of gold lines against pure white, and a small gold coin labeled true friend (a removable facsimile is stored within the interior back cover). A second Willoughby title, about Willoughby and the moon, will use black and metallic silver ink. Ages 4–7. (Feb.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Kindergarten-Grade 3—An embossed front cover, line drawings, and eye-popping black and gold and digital illustrations combine to produce a stunning visual representation of the brief text of this friendship story. Willoughby, dejected because of an unwanted move, sees a gold lion sitting on a rock in his backyard. The lion can grant him 10 wishes but warns: "unless you wish for the most wonderful thing of all, I'll be stuck on this rock forever." The boy wishes for a bigger house, a roller-coaster ride, the fastest shoes in the world, and many more delights. Each time, the lion complies on a grand scale. The house becomes a magnificent golden palace; the ride is provided by a giant black-and-gold roller coaster; the shoes are huge golden sneakers. Crowds stretching over a spread come to observe Willoughby and his amazing lion. But still, the youngster hasn't made the wish that will free the animal. He sits in black gloom as he dreams of running free, his longing represented by a golden spread of cavorting lions, their movement captured in flowing white outlines. Finally, an enlightened Willoughby whispers his most important wish to the lion and awakens the next morning to find his cozy house once again, the lion gone, and in his place, a gold coin with the words, "true friend." This wonderful offering is the first of several forthcoming stories about these two friends.—Marianne Saccardi, formerly at Norwalk Community College, CT Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: Willoughby & the Lion | [
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2,521 | 1 | Sasha has returned to the forest to raise her kits, Moth, Hawk, and Tadpole, but Tigerstar still haunts her dreams. She thinks she's a safe distance from ShadowClan's prying eyes, but Sasha fears that Tigerstar will soon discover the existence of his kits. As leaf-bare stretches on and Sasha finds it harder to feed her family, she wonders if her kits might be better off as warriors, with a Clan to protect and train them. But where does Sasha belong?Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of animals and a fascination with the ferocity of the natural world. As well as having great respect for nature in all its forms, Erin enjoys creating rich, mythical explanations for animal behavior. She is the author of the Warriors, Seekers, Survivors, and Bravelands series. She lives in the UK. Visit her online at www.warriorcats.com.; Title: Warriors: Tigerstar and Sasha #3: Return to the Clans (Warriors Manga) | [
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2,522 | 2 | In the seventh title in the My Weird School Daze series, third-grader A. J. hypnotizes a fellow student, the annoying Little Miss Perfect, with unexpected results that lead A. J. to a daring rescueand inadvertently bring Dr. Brad, Ella Mentry Schools counselor, to a near meltdown. A. J.s lively narrative, printed in large, well-spaced text, offers an amusing, accessible read, and the scattered cartoon illustrations add witty touches. Series readers will likely enjoy the continuing zany school escapades of the sassy, sometimes unwittingly irreverent, and ultimately well-meaning protagonist. Grades 3-5. --Shelle RosenfeldDan Gutman is the New York Times bestselling author of the Genius Files series; the Baseball Card Adventure series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies around the world; and the My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million copies. Thanks to his many fans who voted in their classrooms, Dan has received nineteen state book awards and ninety-two state book award nominations. He lives in New York City with his wife, Nina. You can visit him online at www.dangutman.com.; Title: My Weird School Daze #7: Dr. Brad Has Gone Mad! | [
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2,523 | 2 | John Grogan is the author of the #1 international bestseller Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog, the bestselling middle-grade memoir Marley: A Dog Like No Other, and three #1 best-selling picture books: Bad Dog, Marley!, A Very Marley Christmas, and Marley Goes to School. John lives with his wife and their three children in the Pennsylvania countryside.John Grogan ha sido un premiado reportero gráfico y columnista por más de veinticinco años. Vive en Pensilvania con su esposa Jenny y sus tres hijos.; Title: Marley Goes to School | [
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2,524 | 1 | Fans of the ongoing Warriors series will enjoy this first volume in the Omen of the Stars subset. Cats Jayfeather and Lionblaze are grieving for Hollyleaf and are uncertain of the identity of the third cat with the power of the stars. All of the clans are suffering from the heat and drought. When Lionblaze discovers his apprentice Dovepaw can see events happening far-off, he organizes a patrol to investigate a vision about the river. Dovepaw is a reluctant heroine, furious about her powers and new responsibilities. The perilous journey creates powerful bonds between the clans, but ancient grievances portend new battles. Grades 5-8. --Chris ShermanAfter the sharp-eyed jay and the roaring lion, peace will come. . . .Four warrior Clans have shared the land around the lake as equals for many moons. But a prophecy foretells that three ThunderClan cats will hold the power of the stars in their paws. Jayfeather and Lionblaze know that they are two of the cats in the prophecy. Now the brothers must wait for a sign from StarClan to discover the identity of the third cat.Meanwhile, Dovekit and Ivykit—kin of the great leader Firestar—are poised to become ThunderClan apprentices. Soon one sister will have an ominous dream—and will begin to realize that she possesses mystical skills unmatched by any other cat.In the midst of a cruel season that threatens the lives of all four warrior Clans, bonds will be forged, promises made, and three young cats will start to unravel the secrets that bind them together.; Title: Warriors: Omen of the Stars #1: The Fourth Apprentice | [
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2,525 | 2 | PreSchool-K—Jack, the almost-six-year-old featured in Almost (HarperCollins, 2009), asks the timeless question again and again: "Why do they put holes in the crackers? Why doesn't hair hurt when you cut it? Why are there so many numbers?" The sweet, colorful pictures show a good-natured boy with a wide, cartoony face. Torrey expertly uses perspectives, shapes, details, facial expressions, and postures to extract the maximum impact from each page. Readers will laugh aloud at bonuses like the Quacker Oats container, showing a duck in a Quaker-style hat, as Jack asks, "Why does all the good-for-you food taste bad?" But there are also more personal inquiries. "Why do I have to take a bath?" he demands, as his mother wrestles his shirt off. "Why can't we read just one more book?" he begs his father, who is fast asleep, surrounded by an absurdly large pile of "Ducky Dave" books. He desperately asks his brother, "Why can't I come in?" and "Why can't I play with you?" Why? gently and humorously explores a child's daily encounters with this world of wonders, and even suggests a loving answer to the endless question.—Susan Weitz, formerly at Spencer-Van Etten School District, Spencer, NY (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.From morning until night, young Jack ponders life's mysteries, ranging from the everyday to the esoteric. His litany of questions are philosophical: Why are there so many numbers? for example, and then a teary Why? as Mom removes a floating goldfish from its bowl. He also expresses frustration: Why is it always your turn? he asks when his brother controls the TV remote and then Why is it always my turn? when it's time to take the trash out. Even bedtime brings more questions, and when he asks, Why do I have to go to sleep when I'm not tired? he finally gets an answer and kiss from Mom: That's why. The colorful cartoonish illustrations detail activities, such as drawing with chalk and getting a haircut, that will be familiar to many children, and the scenes nicely capture Jack's diverse emotions. Though younger children may find this too subtle, and many kids may long for answers, right along with Jack, youngsters trying to make sense of their own worlds will likely relate to Jack's curiosity. Preschool-Grade 2. --Shelle Rosenfeld; Title: Why? | [
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2,526 | 2 | Mercer Mayer is the creator of the enduringly popular Little Critter books. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer has created a beloved and classic character in Little Critter. You can visit him at www.littlecritter.com.; Title: Little Critter: The Best Show & Share | [
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2,527 | 0 | Catherine Hapka is the author of many books for children of all ages. She is too tall to ride ponies, though her mare, Gerri, still looks like one. Catherine takes riding lessons twice a week and lives on a farm with Gerri, three goats, a small flock of chickens, and too many cats.; Title: Dark Knight: Batman's Friends and Foes, The (I Can Read. Level 2: The Dark Knight) | [
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2,528 | 2 | Dan Gutman is the New York Times bestselling author of the Genius Files series; the Baseball Card Adventure series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies around the world; and the My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million copies. Thanks to his many fans who voted in their classrooms, Dan has received nineteen state book awards and ninety-two state book award nominations. He lives in New York City with his wife, Nina. You can visit him online at www.dangutman.com.; Title: My Weird School Daze #9: Mrs. Lizzy Is Dizzy! | [
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2,529 | 20 | A Bible you can hug! In this soft and cuddly book, little ones will find a collection of ten favorite Bible stories in rhyme, filled with comforting truths and promises. Keep God's word close to baby's heart in this perfect introduction for the very young to the stories of the Bible and to God's great love for them.Sally Lloyd-Jones is the author of several books for children, including the New York Times bestselling How to Be a Baby . . . by Me, the Big Sister, illustrated by Sue Heap, and The Ultimate Guide to Grandmas & Grandpas!, illustrated by Michael Emberley. She lives in New York City, where she writes full-time.; Title: Baby's Hug-a-Bible | [
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2,530 | 0 | Starred Review. Back in 1964—the same year that his Giving Tree was published—Silverstein's first poetry collection appeared; it was also his only children's book to contain full-color art. Reissued in a slightly larger trim size, this collection of 45 poems tours readers past imaginary creatures, beginning with a being that looks remarkably like a fedora but for the jaw subtly poking below one side of the brim and the four tiny feet beneath: This is the Quick-Disguising Ginnit./ Didn't he have you fooled for a minute? There's no question that the intensity of Silverstein's watercolor palette adds to the fun: the gradations in the hat, for example, distract from the ginnit details; more typically, they supply a punch that complements the puckish but simple shapes of Silverstein's silly beasts (The Pointy-Peaked Pavarius,/ A creature most gregarious,/ Who's never taken serious,/ Poor thing). Silly doesn't mean unsophisticated, by the way: most of the work was first published in Playboy. All ages. (Mar.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.K UpSeveral classic tales from Silverstein are celebrating anniversaries, most notably The Giving Tree, still popular at 50. Though this spare but tender allegory for the parent/child relationship still occupies a celebrated place on bookshelves, it's a divisive title, with some critics finding the boy selfish and narcissistic and others even positing that the work represents our destructive relationship with nature. Other new releases employ Silverstein's trademark humor, such as Lafcadio, a laugh-out-loud tale of a sharpshooting lion, now in its 50th year. Dreamers, wishers, liars, hope-ers, pray-ers, and magic bean buyers are in for a treat: Where the Sidewalk Ends, Silverstein's funny, lyrical, and downright bizarre poetry collection, turns 40, and this newest edition contains 12 extra poems. At 50, A Giraffe and a Half and Who Wants a Cheap Rhinoceros? have yet to show their age; these picture books are ridiculous in all the best ways. Finally, meet the Wild Gazite, the Pointy-Peaked Pavarius, and the Long-Necked Preposterous, in Don't Bump the Glump!: And Other Fantasies, Silverstein's first poetry collectionand the only one in full colorwhose arresting wordplay and images are wonderfully disconcerting.; Title: Don't Bump the Glump!: And Other Fantasies | [
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2,531 | 2 | Grade 1–3—This book begins on an odd note, as Tyrone Brown proclaims: "I'm a professional student and class clown." A primary-grade audience will be clueless as to what "professional student" means, and adults will be puzzled as to how a child can fall into that category. Tyrone explains that he enjoys science and math, but that books are "so last year" and that "the library is a boring place" with "stinky pages." He sits with his back to his teacher and colors on his shoe as she reads. Disappointed that the class is listening to the story instead of being awed by his "spaceship" (a paper airplane), Tyrone decides to listen, for a change. He not only discovers that he likes stories, but also that the characters emerge from the books. When Miss Libro reads about a pig, it pops off the page, and the children fall in love with it. However, after she finishes reading the book, the porker vanishes, and the children find all of the characters in the library. Tyrone's abrupt conversion is unlikely, as is his equally sudden ability to indulge in flights of fancy. Brunkus's bright and cheerful watercolor art features a multiethnic cast with expressive faces and energetic body language. Celebrity authorship and intriguing art will draw children to this entry, but for stories that combine fantasy with more logical plot development, stay with Carmen Deedy's The Library Dragon (Peachtree, 1994) or David McPhail's Edward and the Pirates (Little, Brown, 1997).—Grace Oliff, Ann Blanche Smith School, Hillsdale, NJ Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Tyrone loves math, lives for science, andis king of the playground. But bookswell, he doesnt really care for them. When his teacher, Miss Libro, reads aloud, Tyrone usually finds something better to do, like making paper airplanes. Then, during one of the story sessions something happens: Tyrone starts listening. And once he listens, incredible things occur. Ghosts and dragons fly out of their books and into the classroom, and Ben Franklin stops by. But best of all is when a pig pops in (perhaps Wilbur from Charlottes Web?); Tyrone is crushed when thestory is over, and the pig disappears.A search for the pigends at the library,where the students also find all the other charactersthey havemet before. A combined effort by First Lady Laura Bush and daughter Jenna, the author of Anas Story (2007), this purposeful tale gets a real kick from the art. Brunkus, the illustrator of the Junie B. Jones books, offers highly colored pictures that findfun in classroom situations, both real and fantastical. Even nonreadersmay be prompted to give books a try. A portion of the proceeds goes to Teach for America and the New Teacher Project. Grades K-3. --Ilene Cooper; Title: Read All About It! | [
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2,532 | 5 | Catherine Hapka is the author of many books for children of all ages. She is too tall to ride ponies anymore, though her mare, Gerri, still looks like one. Catherine takes riding lessons twice a week and lives on a farm with Gerri, three goats, a small flock of chickens, and too many cats.; Title: How to Train Your Dragon: Meet the Dragons (I Can Read Book 2) | [
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2,536 | 2 | "A classic example of fantasy and adventure...."--"Booklist"An exceptional choice for children...."--"Publishers WeeklyDavid Wiesner has been awarded the Caldecott Medal three times, for Flotsam in 2007, The Three Pigs in 2002, and Tuesday in 1992. He has received the Caldecott Honor twice, for Sector 7 in 2000 and Free Fall in 1989. Free Fall is the first title he both authored and illustrated. His cover art now graces The Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis. Among many other accolades, David has been nominated for the Hans Christian Andersen Award.; Title: Free Fall | [
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2,537 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 2—This pointless book starts with a boy yelling hysterically to get the attention of a crowd of kids. "Do Not Build a Frankenstein!" he admonishes to anyone who will listen. He is speaking from his own experience. Sure, it was fun having a giant monster to play with at first, but he soon tired of him breaking toys, scaring friends away, and following him everywhere. The only solution was to move to a new town, but not really, because Frankenstein finds him anyway. And the kids ignore the boy and run off to play with the monster. End of story. The cartoon children are drawn with skinny bodies, big round heads, and exaggerated expressions. Frankenstein has a giant green torso atop spindly legs with a pin-sized head. Stick with Ed Emberley's Go Away, Big Green Monster! (Little, Brown, 2005) and skip this Frankenstein.—Martha Simpson, Stratford Library Association, CT Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.“This is a light, fun, and awfully cute intro to the famous horror icon.” (ALA Booklist)“Numberman is a nimble, funny writer, and he opts for showing rather than telling, his naf watercolors scoring a punch line every time.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review)); Title: Do Not Build a Frankenstein! | [
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2,538 | 2 | Young kids dream of being as powerful as their older siblings, and at almost six,Jack is almost thereexcept almost means he still messes up quite a bit. He almost rides his big brothers bicycle, but he ends upcrashing into the garbage can, muchto his brothers fury. When Jack almost makes his own breakfast,a gallon of milk spills everywhere, and smoke from the burned toast fills the kitchen. He tries to build a robot, but somehow the remote does not work. Each lively double-page scenario, in pencil lines and bright watercolors, shows a childs universal dreams, as well as the warm particulars of one kids failure, which culminate when Jack almost hits the winning home run, but ducks to avoid the ball at the critical moment. He almost never cries, but when he feels sad, Moms warm hug is reassuring. Preschoolers, especially younger siblings, will recognize Jacks longing for power. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Hazel RochmanRichard Torrey is the author and illustrator of a number of well-loved children's books, including Almost, Why?, and the popular Beans Baker series. Mr. Torrey lives in Shoreham, New York.; Title: Almost | [
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2,539 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 1—In this fresh spin on a favorite song, "If you're hoppy and you know it, you're...a frog." Or perhaps you are "a bunny. Or a cricket." On the other hand, "If you're growly and you know it, you're a dog. Or a bear. OR—A TUMMY, OVER THERE!" The page turns are perfectly timed for dramatic flair. Young listeners won't be able to resist the many invitations to "stretch your toes," "make a sound," and "swing your wings." Urbanovic's sprightly watercolor-and-ink cartoons add humor and vivacious energy. A small frog joins in all the actions and in a shadow cast by a flashlight he offers up another verse: "If you're slimy and scaly and mean, you're a...oh never mind." Sure to be a storytime staple, with many requests for repeat performances.—Linda Ludke, London Public Library, Ontario, Canada (c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.“Sure to be a storytime staple, with many requests for repeat performances.” (School Library Journal); Title: If You're Hoppy | [
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2,540 | 5 | J. E. Bright is the author of many novels, novelizations, non-fiction books, and novelty books for children and young adults. He lives in a sunny apartment in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, with his difficult but soft cat, Mabel, and his sweet kitten, Bernard.; Title: How to Train Your Dragon: The Chapter Book | [
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2,541 | 2 | “The story will allow youngsters to recall fondly their own “because” moments.” (School Library Journal)PRAISE FOR WHY?: “Readers will laugh aloud.” (School Library Journal)Praise for WHY?: “Jack isn’t just cute or just annoying; he’s doing his best to understand the world, and Torrey’s sensitivity brings Jack’s feelings home to readers.” (Publishers Weekly)Praise for WHY?: “Jack is just as sweet as in the earlier volume.” (Kirkus Reviews)Praise for WHY?: “Youngsters trying to make sense of their own worlds will likely relate to Jack’s curiosity.” (Booklist)Praise for ALMOST: “Children impatient to step into the shoes of their older siblings or friends will find a kindred spirit in Jack and take comfort in his literal ups and downs. Touching and true to life.” (Publishers Weekly)Praise for ALMOST: “Torrey precisely captures Jack’s desperate desire to be bigger and to be able to master the adult world.... This is a sweet, tongue-in-cheek look at growing up that will reassure the youngest sufferers of youth that they are not alone.” (Kirkus Reviews)Praise for ALMOST: “This simple story addresses both the desire of children to be older and sibling rivalry. It’s sure to be a hit at storytime.” (School Library Journal)Richard Torrey is the author and illustrator of a number of well-loved children's books, including Almost, Why?, and the popular Beans Baker series. Mr. Torrey lives in Shoreham, New York.; Title: Because | [
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2,542 | 2 | Jane O’Connor is an editor at a major publishing house who has written more than seventy books for children, including the New York Times bestselling Fancy Nancy series. She resides (that’s fancy for lives) with her family in New York City.; Title: Fancy Nancy: Let's Get Fancy Together! | [
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2,543 | 2 | Part of the Lets-Read-and-Find-Out Science series, this title explores a year in the life of a polar bear, focusing on facts about the animals diet, hunting techniques, and habitat. Thomson also covers the impact of global warming on polar bears food sources, as a shrinking ice pack makes seal-hunting particularly challenging, and the books last two pages cover climate change in even more detail, including suggestions for ways that kids can reduce their carbon footprints. A certain amount of anthropomorphism enters the large color illustrations, particularly in the pictures of the polar bear cub that seems more like a small child, albeit with four legs. Still, this is an affecting introduction to polar bears and their threatened existence for young children. Grades 1-3. --Todd MorningOur world is getting warmer, and the polar ice caps are melting. A polar bear needs the ice to survive, but many scientists believe that climate change may make it impossible for polar bears to live in the wild as soon as 2020. Why is the ice melting? What can we do to protect the Arctic environment that is home to unique wildlife? Read and find out!; Title: Where Do Polar Bears Live? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) | [
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2,544 | 18 | C. M. Butzer is editor-in-chief of Rabid Rabbit, a magazine anthology of comic artists. This is his first book. Butzer lives and works in Brooklyn, New York.; Title: Gettysburg: The Graphic Novel | [
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2,545 | 14 | Lemony Snicket claims he was nowhere near the scene of the crime. He is the author of several other unpleasant stories, including those in the bestselling A Series of Unfortunate Events and The Lump of Coal.; Title: The Lump of Coal | [
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2,546 | 2 | Book DescriptionFrom America's bestselling storyteller Danielle Steel comes a heartwarming story about acceptance.There are many things that are green. Grass, leaves, four-leaf clovers, lettuce. But not hippos. Hippos are supposed to be gray.Unfortunately for Greenie— a big, bright green hippo—everyone at the circus thinks he's just too different. So Greenie sets out on a journey to fit in and winds up in New York City. Just when it seems as though Greenie will never find a true friend, a boy named Charlie comes into his life. Will Charlie and Greenie become friends? "Emerald Green!" "Would You Like to Try the Seesaw?" Danielle Steel is the author of more than eighty-five New York Times bestselling novels. She has also written nonfiction, poetry, and several children's books, including the Max and Martha ten-book series and four Freddy books. She runs two charitable foundations, is a guest curator at an art gallery, and is the mother of nine children. Danielle lives in San Francisco, California, and Paris, France.; Title: The Happiest Hippo in the World | [
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2,547 | 8 | Mary Engelbreit grew up studying the illustrations in the vintage storybooks of her mother’s own childhood, and she developed a unique style that harkens back to those simpler times. She has authored and illustrated several New York Times bestselling titles, including The Night Before Christmas, Mary Engelbreit’s Mother Goose, and Mary Engelbreit’s A Merry Little Christmas. Mary’s distinctive images have made her a celebrity to millions. Her designs can be found on gift items, calendars, books, fabrics, and more. ; Title: Mary Engelbreit's Mother Goose Favorites | [
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2,548 | 11 | Starred Review. Niemann (The Police Cloud) introduces readers to 33 Chinese characters via an ingenious, breezy tale about a spunky heroine named Lin who's searching for her runaway pet dragon. Throughout Lin's quest, Niemann superimposes bold, black Chinese characters over key images or other elements in his super-smooth digital graphics. When Lin herself is introduced, for example, the character for person is overlaid on her figure, allowing readers to see how it evokes the outline of a body and two legs. Unlike authors of conventional primers, Niemann doesn't try to directly incorporate the special vocabulary into his story (the text doesn't refer to Lin as a person). Nor does he adhere to the expected icon-to-object correspondence every time: as he notes in his genial introduction, some of the match-ups reflect his own imagination at play (the character for work takes the shape of an I-beam at a construction site). As a result, the pages reflect not only Niemann's cleverness, but also his sense of discovery and his enthusiasm. Ages 4–8. (Sept.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Starred Review. Kindergarten-Grade 3—Lin, a young Chinese girl, receives a baby dragon for a gift. The two of them play together until they accidentally break a vase. Lin's father is so angry that he insists the little creature be caged. The dragon escapes, and Lin goes to look for it. With the help of an old woman, a witch, she finds it living with the other dragons in the clouds, and grown up. The dragon returns Lin to her home, and her father agrees that they can visit often. Though the story is thin, the book is clever. Its purpose is to introduce the Chinese language, and it succeeds admirably. Each page contains one or more Chinese characters, which appear not only at the bottom with the English translation, but also superimposed on the drawings. In this way, Niemann emphasizes the connection between the lines of the character and the object it represents. The stylized illustrations are jaunty and appealing, and the use of red, a color representing good fortune in China, visually unifies the tale from beginning to end. Playful and humorous in his approach, Niemann includes some of the icons of Chinese culture, past and present-dragons, the Great Wall, Ping-Pong, and the ever-present giant cranes that are building modern China. Now that Mandarin is becoming a popular language choice in forward-looking communities, this title is sure to please.—Barbara Scotto, Children's Literature New England, Brookline, MA Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: The Pet Dragon: A Story about Adventure, Friendship, and Chinese Characters | [
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2,549 | 0 | Starred Review. Niemann (The Pet Dragon) navigates New York's subterranean system in this playful love letter to public transportation. Readers follow two children and their father, pictured as transit map–style stick figures, who spend a rainy day exploring routes. "Riding the A requires some patience/ if you plan to visit all forty-four stations," they advise. The trains occasionally acquire some light personification ("The 7 is on his way to meet... / his friends at Times Square, 42nd Street!"); after the F and G lines separate at Bergen Street, "The G says, 'Don't cry. I will meet you/ again at Roosevelt Avenue!"). The tone is largely celebratory-- rate hikes and construction don't come up--but Niemann finds pleasure in unexpected places, too ("There are plenty of critters on the tracks of the J/ enjoying the subway all night and all day"). His folksy gouaches are color-coded to match the various subway lines, and his pitchblack backdrops make the colors explode, while alluding to tunnel interiors. An abundance of droll details will delight regular straphangers and stir the imaginations of transportation-obsessed children. Ages 2–5. Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.PreSchool-Grade 1—This colorful, vivacious, child-centered title began with a post on Niemann's blog, Abstract City, in which he describes a day of riding the subway with his two sons just for fun. The artist uses thick gouache paint to render his characters as standard pictograms, akin to those on city signs, with curved edges for hands and feet, and the technique creates a chalky texture that looks like correction fluid. Visual communication lords over the text. Niemann uses many tropes for expression: the youngsters, excited to spend the rainy day on the subway, hi-five. The agony of the adventure coming to an end is punctuated with tears bursting from one son and father dragging the other one, boneless. The spreads of the dedication page, the A train and all its 44 stops, and the wild crisscrossing array of colored lines under Times Square mirroring the famed city lights on the surface, capture the glory of this venerable transportation system. The rhyming text and references to subway lore add chuckles for older readers, but the meter does create an occasional stumble. A sure hit with most youngsters, especially those who are transfixed by trains.—Sara Lissa Paulson, American Sign Language and English Lower School PS 347, New York City Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.; Title: Subway | [
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2,550 | 15 | Anne Rockwell is a pioneer in the field of nonfiction for very young children. She has more than a hundred books to her credit, including Why Are the Ice Caps Melting? and Clouds in the Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out Science series. She lives in Greenwich, Connecticut.; Title: What's So Bad About Gasoline?: Fossil Fuels and What They Do (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) | [
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2,551 | 2 | “A lighthearted series, sure to please girls all too aware of the impending approach of middle school.” (ALA Booklist)“Tweens will enjoy the IM chats and earnest lists that Zee writes.” (Publishers Weekly)Mackenzie Blue is hitting the trails!It's time for Brookdale Academy's camping field trip, but Zee has much more to deal with than a lesson about nature. . . .Pros:1. My BFF, Ally, is visiting all the way from Paris! Ooh la la! 2. My friends and I are so going to win the environmental scavenger hunt!Cons:1. We have to stay in teeny-tiny log cabins. How will we all fit? 2. The legendary (and terrifying) Mountain Man . . .; Title: Mackenzie Blue #3: Friends Forever? | [
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2,552 | 2 | Grade 4-7–As in many other books for this audience, the protagonist's best friend moves away; she makes a quirky new friend or two; a mean girl is the nemesis; and diary entries, lists, and IMing cut through the text. Throw in comic-book art with big-eyed characters and you have Mackenzie Blue. Zee is starting seventh grade in Brookdale Academy with Jasper, an awkward Brit she befriended that summer. She is a guitar player who is looking forward to Teen Sing, a national contest that offers its winner a recording contract. Auditions will take place in her school's auditorium. Zee enters instrumental class expecting a famous classical teacher and finds Mr. P., a nervous rock enthusiast. Kathi, the mean girl, is mean to him. Chloe, a girl from the South who plays cello, becomes perky friend number two. So why, when Zee's diary is lost, does she suspect her friends and not Kathi? With its pop credentials, the book will have some appeal to tweens, but it's nothing special.–Tina Zubak, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, PA Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.“This lighthearted series [is] sure to please girls all too aware of the impending approach of middle school.” (ALA Booklist)“Well’s heroine is spunky and creative, an open–hearted everygirl with a love of words, art and music. Young readers will find much to inspire them in her story.” (Kidsreads.com); Title: Mackenzie Blue | [
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2,553 | 2 | Miranda and her mother enjoy time at the beach soaking in the sights and sounds. With two other children, Miranda builds the best castle ever for a small crab. When the tide washes the castle and crab away, Miranda is sad, but before heading home her mother reassures her that the castle belongs to the sand and the crab to the sea. Watercolor and collagraph (printed collage) illustrations featuring large expanses of sand and sky, with Miranda andthe other characters strategically placed, give this a peaceful feel in keeping with the comforting message of the text. Details, such as the salty sand sticking to the childs skin, allow small children to vicariously enjoy a quiet beach day with Miranda. The final page features a brief text and photos explaining the process of making the collagraph illustrations. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Randall Enos“Watercolor and collagraph (printed collage) illustrations featuring large expanses of sand and sky…give this a peaceful feel in keeping with the comforting message of the text. Details, such as the salty sand sticking to the child’s skin, allow small children to vicariously enjoy a quiet beach day with Miranda.” (ALA Booklist)“Prolific author/illustrator Keller presents a lovely picture book that incorporates a tiny bit of science into a comforting theme of belonging. Recommended for all collections.” (Kirkus Reviews)“This is a disarmingly simple and reassuring selection for the youngest listeners.” (School Library Journal); Title: Miranda's Beach Day | [
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2,554 | 2 | Emilys father, whose identity is a mystery, has always been missing from her life, but this story revolves around another mystery: its a missing copy of The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson, the book that Emilys mother chose for her daughter before she was born, along with her name and destiny. Despite her mothers wish that she be a poet, the sixth-grader clearly prefers writing romance stories, complete with happy endings. Still, at home, at school, and on the hunt for the treasured book, poetry is often a topic of conversation or reflection. Fate and chance have a role in Emilys story, but she increasingly takes the lead and actively shapes her future. Emilys engaging first-person narrative chronicles her daily life, her wonderfully quirky family, her musings on fate, her growing sense of self, and her one-way correspondence with her favorite writer, Danielle Steel. The books idyllically happy ending may have its critics, but most young readers will find it entirely satisfying. Grades 4-6, --Carolyn Phelan“Aptly set amid the hippie ambiance of Berkeley, Calif., and peopled by offbeat, but believable characters, Fitzmaurice’s story deftly mingles Dickinson, Danielle Steel, a budding crush, and protesting tree sitters while maintaining suspense that leads to a satisfying ending.” (Publishers Weekly)“A sweet book that should appeal to fans of Wendy Mass, Joan Bauer, Sharon Creech, and the like.” (School Library Journal)“There’s a proto-romance with classmate Connor Kelly, attention paid to environmental issues and some interesting poetry, but the focus is squarely on Emily’s growing self-determination. Emotionally, her story rings true. Readers will applaud Emily’s newfound understanding of the workings of destiny and might even follow her lead.” (Kirkus Reviews)“Emily’s exploration of fate is intriguingly presented, and a happy ending comes about through both Emily’s choices and pure luck, leaving readers with the pleasantly paradoxical idea that fate is both beyond and within one’s control...Emily is a strong and likable heroine.” (Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books); Title: Destiny, Rewritten | [
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2,564 | 1 | Destined for greatness . . .Four Clans of wild cats have shared the forest for generations, thriving in their territories. But tensions are running high, and ThunderClan must assert its strength or risk falling prey to its power-hungry neighbors.Into this time of uncertainty, a kit is born. A prophecy foretells that Bluekit will be as strong as fire, destined to blaze through the ranks of her Clan. But with this prophecy comes the foreshadowing of her destruction by the one enemy she cannot outrun.As Bluekit gains power and eventually earns her leader name, Bluestar, she fights to protect her Clan. But secrets from the past threaten to surface—secrets that may destroy ThunderClan . . . and Bluestar.Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of animals and a fascination with the ferocity of the natural world. As well as having great respect for nature in all its forms, Erin enjoys creating rich, mythical explanations for animal behavior. She is the author of the Warriors, Seekers, Survivors, and Bravelands series. She lives in the UK. Visit her online at www.warriorcats.com.; Title: Warriors Super Edition: Bluestar's Prophecy | [
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2,565 | 1 | Wolves are much more than big, bad animals that prey on other animals. Did you know that wolvesAward-winning science writer Seymour Simon has teamed up with the Smithsonian Institution to give you the real story about this mythical and legendary animal in an updated edition of his classic full-color photographic introduction.Seymour Simon has been called “the dean of the [children’s science book] field” by the New York Times. He has written more than 300 books for young readers and has received the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting contribution to children’s science literature, the Science Books & Films Key Award for Excellence in Science Books, the Empire State Award for excellence in literature for young people, and the Educational Paperback Association Jeremiah Ludington Award. He and his wife, Liz, live in Columbia County in Upstate New York. You can visit him online at www.seymoursimon.com, where students can post on the “Seymour Science Blog” and educators can download a free four-page teacher guide to accompany this book, putting it in context with Common Core objectives. Join the growing legion of @seymoursimon fans on Twitter!; Title: Wolves (Smithsonian-science) | [
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2,566 | 13 | “A lighthearted series, sure to please girls all too aware of the impending approach of middle school.” (ALA Booklist)“Tweens will enjoy the IM chats and earnest lists that Zee writes.” (Publishers Weekly)Mackenzie Blue and her crew are plugged in!Zee and her band, The Beans, are getting ready for their biggest show yet! Everyone's talking about it online at Bluetopia—the coolest social-networking site ever.Top three reasons that Bluetopia is the best:; Title: Mackenzie Blue #4: Mixed Messages (Madison Avery) | [
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2,567 | 1 | Terri Farley is the author of the wildly popular Phantom Stallion series, which has sold one million copies. For her new series, Wild Horse Island, Terri volunteered on a horse ranch in Hawaii for three weeks. After much coaxing, she returned to her husband in Verdi, Nevada, where she lives and writes.; Title: Phantom Stallion: Wild Horse Island #9: Snowfire | [
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2,568 | 2 | “A small, quiet story with an underlying message of forgiveness.” (Booklist (starred review))“Peopled with three-dimensional characters whose imperfections make them believable and interesting. A novel that encourages understanding, tolerance, and forgiveness is as welcome as the returning swallows.” (School Library Journal)“In this daring, emotionally complex story, both Groovy and Frankie try to figure out how to accept people, especially parents, for who they are without abandoning their own needs and their own developing notions of right and wrong.” (Kirkus Reviews)Kathryn Fitzmaurice once received a book that was inscribed with the prediction that she might become a famous poet like Emily Dickinson. She became a writer for young readers instead, and her very first novel, The Year the Swallows Came Early, has received many honors and accolades. She lives in Monarch Beach, California, with her husband, sons, and faithful canine writing companion, Holly.; Title: The Year the Swallows Came Early | [
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2,569 | 0 | Susan Hill has written two other stories about Ruby Raccoon: Ruby Bakes a Cake and Ruby Paints a Picture. She lives in Portland, Oregon, with her husband and two daughters.; Title: Spider-Man: Spider-Man versus Hydro-Man (Spider Sense Spider-Man - I Can Read) | [
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2,570 | 0 | Susan Hill has written two other stories about Ruby Raccoon: Ruby Bakes a Cake and Ruby Paints a Picture. She lives in Portland, Oregon, with her husband and two daughters.; Title: Spider-Man: Spider-Man versus the Lizard (I Can Read! Spider Sense Spider-Man: Level 2) | [
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2,571 | 13 | “This sequel is full of elements tweens can relate to, such as texting, mean girls, embarrassing moments, and references to popular culture. The tone is light and positive. Fans of Lauren Myracle’s LUV YA BUNCHES and Meg Cabot’s “Allie Finkle’s Rules for Girls” series will enjoy this one.” (School Library Journal)“A lighthearted series, sure to please girls all too aware of the impending approach of middle school.” (ALA Booklist)Tina Wells founded Buzz Marketing Group when she was only sixteen years old. Today, Tina continues to run her company and lives outside of Philadelphia. Tina says, "Mackenzie's crew reminds me now of my own group of friends! And like Mackenzie, I had big dreams and worked hard to make them come true."; Title: Mackenzie Blue #2: The Secret Crush | [
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2,572 | 0 | Susan Hill has written two other stories about Ruby Raccoon: Ruby Bakes a Cake and Ruby Paints a Picture. She lives in Portland, Oregon, with her husband and two daughters.; Title: Spider-Man: Spider-Man versus Kraven (I Can Read: Level 2) | [
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2,573 | 21 | Grade 5–8—In this sequel to the author's popular Baseball Great (HarperCollins, 2009), 12-year-old Josh LeBlanc has his hands full as he tries to lead his team to victory in the Hall of Fame National Championship Tournament. As a consequence of being purposely beaned in an early-round game, he has to have eye surgery; he is briefly detained after sneaking into the Hall of Fame with his buddy Benji; he thinks he's losing his sort-of girlfriend to the handsome son of a former major league star; and he is interviewed on national TV by legendary announcer Bob Costas. He uncovers a plot on the part of the former major leaguer to fix the games in the tournament and makes an escape by motorboat from a crooked, shotgun-wielding umpire, all the while performing on the field at a nearly superhuman level. There is certainly a lot going on, not all of it entirely plausible, but everything is handled with a light, deft touch. A highlight of the book is the banter between Josh and Benji, much of which is genuinely hilarious. Real baseball aficionados will appreciate the treatment of some of the more subtle nuances of the game. Enjoyable, unpretentious escapism for youngsters, especially reluctant readers.—Richard Luzer, Fair Haven Union High School, VT Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Josh LeBlanc, last seen in Baseball Great (2009), returns to discover more about the seamier side of sports. First, he is seriously injured by an intentional beanball. This, however, doesnt keep him from playing with his traveling team in a prestigious tournament, during which he discovers that a retired superstar is paying off an umpire so that his sons team can win. Josh and his budding-reporter friend, Jaden, foil the plan with the help of Bob Costas, who makes a brief guest appearance as sportscaster and crime stopper. Once again, Green effectively blends exciting sports and adventure. Grades 6-8. --Todd Morning; Title: Rivals (Baseball Great) | [
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2,574 | 20 | HarperChildrens Audio is thrilled to present The Family Audio Biblea stunning, multi-voice production of bible stories recorded with childrens ears in mind. Taken from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible, this all new collection of thirty-six inspirational excerpts from the Old and New Testaments is the perfect introduction to the bible, and will help children fall in love with the greatest story ever told. Enjoy Old Testament stories such as Noahs Ark, Joseph and His Brothers, David and Goliath, and Jonah and the Whale. New Testament excerpts are gathered from the various Gospels, and include favorites such as The Birth of Jesus, The Sermon on the Mount, The Good Samaritan, and Jesus Last Week. These stories, taken directly from the text of the Bible, will delight and inspire children before bedtime or on the go. Old Testament Excerpts THE CREATION THE GARDEN OF EDEN THE SERPENT IN THE GARDEN CAIN AND ABEL NOAHS ARK ABRAHAM SACRIFICES ISAAC JACOB AND ESAU JOSEPH AND HIS BROTHERS THE BIRTH AND YOUTH OF MOSES MOSES AT THE BURNING BUSH THE PLAGUES OF EGYPT CROSSING THE RED SEA THE TEN COMMANDMENTS BATTLE OF JERICHO DAVID AND GOLIATH KING SOLOMONS WISDOM ELIJAH AND THE PRIESTS OF BAAL DANIEL IN THE LIONS DEN JONAH AND THE WHALE New Testment Excerpts THE ANGEL APPEARS TO MARY THE BIRTH OF JESUS THE WISE MEN JESUS IN THE TEMPLE THE BAPTISM AND TEMPTATION OF JESUS THE WEDDING AT CANA THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT JESUS RESTORES JAIRUSS DAUGHTER TO LIFE THE FEEDING OF THE 5,000 JESUS WALKS ON WATER THE GOOD SAMARITAN THE PRODIGAL SON LAZARUS IS RAISED FROM THE DEAD JESUSS LAST WEEK STORIES OF PETER THE CONVERSION OF PAUL THE NEW HEAVEN AND THE NEW EARTHMartha Plimpton has starred in the films The Goonies and 200 Cigarettes among numerous others. A strong supporter of the theater, she donates her time and efforts to the "52nd Street Project," a not-for-profit organization dedicated to matching inner-city children with professional theater artists to create original theater.; Title: The Family Audio Bible CD | [
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2,575 | 2 | Where is love, Biscuit? Discover all the wonderful places where love can be found in this delightful touch-and-feel adventure!Alyssa Satin Capucilli is the author of the first story about Tulip and Rex, Tulip Loves Rex, as well as the bestselling Biscuit books and many other beloved children's books. She lives in a book-filled home in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York.; Title: Where Is Love, Biscuit?: A Touch & Feel Book | [
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2,576 | 2 | Alyssa Satin Capucilli is the author of the first story about Tulip and Rex, Tulip Loves Rex, as well as the bestselling Biscuit books and many other beloved children's books. She lives in a book-filled home in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York.; Title: Biscuit Take-Along Storybook Set: 5 Biscuit Adventures | [
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2,577 | 2 | Twelve-year-old Josh LeBlanc has moved a lot in his life; his father is a minor league pitcher hoping to make it to the majors.After his dad is abruptly dumped by his Triple-A team, Josh realizes that he has a chance to stay in one town and play baseball on his school team. His father, however, has other plans, signing Josh up for a traveling team, led by an intense and sometimes brutal coach. Josh eventually discovers that his coachs winning formula includes handing out steroids. With the help of Jaden, a school newspaper reporter, he manages to take a photograph of the coach receiving steroids behind a hospital. Green delivers a fast-paced story, told in short chapters that build to the exciting climax. He also doesnt sanitize the rough world of the locker room, showing the intimidation that often accompanies young peoples sports. Add this to other novels that feature the temptations of steroids for young athletes, including Carl Deukers Gym Candy (2007) and John Coys Crackback (2005). Grades 6-8. --Todd Morning“The first book in a fantastic sports adventure series centered around 12-year-old Josh, the star of his school baseball team. Tim Green uses humor and relatable middle school dramas to hook readers.” (Brightly)“Green delivers a fast-paced story, told in short chapters that build to the exciting climax. Add this to other novels that feature the temptations of steroids for young athletes, including Carl Deuker’s Gym Candy (2007) and John Coy’s Crackback (2005).” (Booklist); Title: Baseball Great | [
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2,578 | 2 | Debbie Macomber has more than 100 million copies of her books in print, and her stories about home and family have a worldwide audience and have been translated into twenty-three languages. In addition to being a #1 New York Times bestseller in fiction many times over, she also has an enormous following among knitters as the author of dozens of pattern and craft books. In 2008, she launched a branded line of knitting products through Leisure Arts, the company that publishes her knitting guides. Debbie and her husband, Wayne, have four children and nine grandchildren, and split their time between Washington State and Florida. This is Debbie’s second picture book co-authored with Mary Lou Carney; their first, The Truly Terribly Horrible Sweaer . . . That Grandma Knit, was published in 2009.; Title: The Yippy, Yappy Yorkie in the Green Doggy Sweater (Blossom Street Kids) | [
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2,579 | 1 | Nancy Yi Fan is the New York Times bestselling author of Swordbird and Sword Quest. She appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show as one of the World's Smartest Kids and on The Martha Stewart Show. Nancy spent part of her childhood in China, where she was born in 1993. Birds have been a lifelong passion of hers and provided the inspiration for her novels. She began writing her first novel, Swordbird, when she was eleven years old. Nancy attends Harvard University.; Title: Sword Mountain (Swordbird) | [
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2,580 | 2 | Theres probably not a knitter alive who hasnt presented a handmade gift and wondered whether the recipient would use it or throw it in the closet. Camerons sweater from Grandma Susan gets the closet treatmentand worse. Although he loves his grandmother, her birthday present, a handmade striped sweater, is a huge disappointment. His goal is to get the sweater out of his life via the dog, a rummage sale, and smears of ketchup and mustard. His plans fail though, and he finds himself wearing the sweater when Grandma arrives for a visit. After she tells Cameron why she chose each special color, he begins to understand how much it means to both of them. While, its pretty to think so; in real life the sweater would probably go back in the closet. This does, however, make a strong case for its the thought that counts. Nguyens sturdy artwork has some very nice scenes; he cleverly makes the sweater attractive albeit perfectly unacceptable. For those who want to knit the horrible sweater, a pattern is included. Preschool-Grade 1. --Ilene CooperDebbie Macomber has more than 100 million copies of her books in print, and her stories about home and family have a worldwide audience and have been translated into twenty-three languages. In addition to being a #1 New York Times bestseller in fiction many times over, she also has an enormous following among knitters as the author of dozens of pattern and craft books. In 2008, she launched a branded line of knitting products through Leisure Arts, the company that publishes her knitting guides. Debbie and her husband, Wayne, have four children and nine grandchildren, and split their time between Washington State and Florida. This is Debbie’s second picture book co-authored with Mary Lou Carney; their first, The Truly Terribly Horrible Sweaer . . . That Grandma Knit, was published in 2009.; Title: The Truly Terribly Horrible Sweater...That Grandma Knit (Blossom Street Kids Books) | [
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2,581 | 13 | Praise for the Molly Moon series: “This bigger-than-life tale offers delightfully dastardly villains, a sympathetic heroine who lives out every child’s dream and plenty of fast-paced action.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))“Recommend this novel to fans of Lemony Snicket.” (School Library Journal)“Molly Moon is back, and Byng has outdone herself. Molly is irresistible. More than just roaring good fun; it’s a feel-good story that will leave [readers] hungry for more about a winning kid who learns to be comfortable in her own skin.” (ALA Booklist)“An enjoyable over-the-top page turner.” (Kirkus Reviews)“Can there ever be too many Molly Moons?” (Publishers Weekly)Molly Moon can play any instrument. The harmonica! The guitar! The drums! The piano! You name it!Molly is back - and she's a rock star. In this fun-filled conclusion to the Molly Moon series, Molly faces the music - the hypnotic music - of a magical coin that has the power to enslave its listeners...and turn them into monsters!; Title: Molly Moon & the Monster Music | [
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2,582 | 7 | Praise for the Molly Moon series: “This bigger-than-life tale offers delightfully dastardly villains, a sympathetic heroine who lives out every child’s dream, and plenty of fast-paced action.” (Publishers Weekly, starred review (for Molly Moon's Incredible Book of Hypnotism))“Molly Moon is back, and Byng has outdone herself. Molly is irresistible. More than just roaring good fun; it’s a feel-good story that will leave [kids] hungry for more.” (ALA Booklist (for Molly Moon Stops the World))“Can there ever be too many Molly Moons?” (Publishers Weekly (for Molly Moon's Hypnotic Time–Travel Adventure))“Recommend this novel to fans of Lemony Snicket.” (School Library Journal (for MOLLY MOON’S INCREDIBLE BOOK OF HYPNOTISM))“An enjoyable over-the-top page turner.” (Kirkus (for MOLLY MOON STOPS THE WORLD))“A sort of Girl’s Own Adventure story that will have adults and children alike scrabbling for the second volume.” (Vogue (for MOLLY MOON’S INCREDIBLE BOOK OF HYPNOTISM))Georgia Byng grew up by the river Itchen in Hampshire, England, in a large family. She started writing as a child, interviewing people who lived in the local village.As an adult, Georgia wrote comic strips and eventually turned to writing books without pictures. She lives with the artist Marc Quinn and her children Tiger, Lucas, and Sky. Georgia has the following message for readers of this latest Molly Moon adventure: "Music is incredibly powerful. Some of it is even hypnotic. Listen and see!"; Title: Molly Moon & the Morphing Mystery | [
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2,583 | 2 | Chudney Ross is a writer, educator, entrepreneur, and TV host. After graduating Georgetown University, she became a teacher with AmeriCorps's Teach for America. Chudney's love of children's literature and her advocacy for children's causes motivated her to open her first business. Books and Cookies, a children's book­store, bakery, and enrichment center in Santa Monica, California, brings the fun and excitement back to reading while promoting literacy to children of all ages. Lone Bean is Chudney's first children's book.; Title: Lone Bean | [
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2,584 | 2 | Alyssa Satin Capucilli is the author of the first story about Tulip and Rex, Tulip Loves Rex, as well as the bestselling Biscuit books and many other beloved children's books. She lives in a book-filled home in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York.; Title: Biscuit's Earth Day Celebration | [
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2,585 | 0 | PreSchool-Grade 3—This fat, sunny volume brings together 112 of Prelutsky's poems. Most are old favorites from the past four decades, but 15 of them have never been published before. Kicking off with a letter from the poet, the book contains five sections, each concluding with a page of activities such as word games and drawing prompts. Digital illustrations with lavish details and colors stand out nicely from the ample white space, yet their overall loudness tends to wash out some of the verses' clever snappiness. A CD features the author reading 30 of the poems to a slightly overpowering musical accompaniment. Fans as well as children just discovering Prelutsky should enjoy hearing him read his work aloud.—Julie Roach, Cambridge Public Library, MA Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.This picture booksize anthology brings together more than 100 of Prelutskys poems with 15 original selections written just for this volume. Fans of the first U.S. Childrens Poet Laureate will recognize his trademark themes and unbounded silliness in the new works, which include tongue twisters (The wily wizard Wabaloo / will wisely waste no words with you), sly wordplay (Youd better beware / of the Blitter, because its out to obliterate you), and mischievous twists of meaning (I buttoned my supper, / and swallowed my shirt. / I ate my pajamas, / and wore my dessert). Dorman, who illustrated Prelutskys The Wizard (2007), once again captures both the subjects and spirit of the poetry in polished, colorful, digitally manipulated artwork that makes the most of the playful contradictions in the words. The wide, captivating cast of dragons, ogres, and ghouls are at once gruesome and endearing; platters of food combine revolting and delicious elements; and Dorman puts an imaginative spin on Prelutskys wildest characters, such as the tri-headed, backup-singing column of goo that illustrates Song of the Gloopy Gloppers. A CD and frequent puzzles and other activities round out this welcome greatest-hits collection thats sure to make new fans, while pleasing Prelutskys legion of established followers. Grades K-5. --Gillian Engberg; Title: Be Glad Your Nose Is on Your Face: And Other Poems: Some of the Best of Jack Prelutsky | [
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2,586 | 0 | “Buck and debut illustrator Wright produce a book that deserves special status, to be kept off-season with other holiday decorations and then brought out each year at Christmas. Great for grandparents to give.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))“Quietly charming. A fine read-aloud for a group of little ones, but also a cozy choice as a December bedtime story. A terrific introduction for preschoolers who are just learning about the Nativity story.” (Kirkus Reviews)“The soothing rhyming text and soft palette of the illustrations is ideal for bedtime read-alouds while also serving as a straightforward introduction to the important characters in the story of that first Christmas. ” (The Horn Book)“A cozy holiday read; no doubt plenty of families will appreciate this gentle version of the Christmas story.” (ALA Booklist)“A quiet offering for those looking for a noncommercial take on the holiday.” (School Library Journal)Nola Buck (the pen name of Laura Godwin) is the author of many well-loved children's books, including Christmas in the Manger. With Ann M. Martin she also coauthored The Doll People, The Runaway Dolls, and The Meanest Doll in the World. She now lives in New York City but grew up in Alberta, Canada, and has fond Christmas Eve memories of watching Eeyore, the family donkey, play a part in the live Christmas pageant in her hometown.; Title: A Christmas Goodnight | [
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2,587 | 15 | *Starred Review* In Hannigans debut novel, Ida B (2004), sheintroduced a furiousyoung heroine trying to cope with changes in her life. Here, in this quiet fantasy, she offers something quite different. Emmaline wants a bunny, but Emmaline lives on Shipshape Street in the town of Neatasapin. Enforcing the tidiness is Mayor Oliphant, who insists that children be silent and spotless and houses be spick-and-span. The intimidated electorate adheres to his edicts. But Emmaline, a puddle splasher and silly-phrase shouter (Dinglederrydee!) is an anomaly,albeit a lonely one, since the other kids wont play with her. So she seeks out a wild bunny, which she finds, and loses, and finds again, and in the process changes both her parents and her town. Told in very short chapters and using language in unusual ways, this isa small delight, cunningly illustrated by Hannigans own sweet watercolors, reminiscent of Beatrix Potters works. Thefun wordplay is just the thing to get new readers going, but most children willsimply enjoy listening to the storyagain and again. Grades 1-3. --Ilene Cooper“A small delight, cunningly illustrated by Hannigan’s own sweet watercolors, reminiscent of Beatrix Potter’s works.” (Booklist (starred review))“With playful, alliterative, fun-to-read-aloud language and its fantastical storyline, this winning, 32-chapter novelette recalls the magical whimsy of Roald Dahl.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))“An ideal read-aloud.” (School Library Journal); Title: Emmaline and the Bunny | [
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2,588 | 1 | PreSchool-Grade 1—Marjorie, the bovine heroine of The Cow That Laid an Egg (HarperCollins, 2008), is back, and she's determined to enter her daughter, the mooing chick, in the barnyard beautiful baby contest. The only trouble is that the contest is strictly for cows. Daisy causes a ruckus when she slurps a worm off the judge's hat, earning her mother lots of derisive laughter, but Marjorie stops everyone cold with a simple declaration: "Daisy might not be like your babies—but she's mine, and I love her!" She wins the award for best mom and a smooch from Derek the bull. Ayto's busy cartoon illustrations match the off-kilter humor of the story. Though the climax lacks the punch of the first book, the heartfelt message and silly, big-eyed characters still provide plenty of appeal.—Kathleen Kelly MacMillan, Carroll County Public Library, MD Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Andy Cutbill is the author of The Cow That Laid an Egg, illustrated by Russell Ayto. Andy also created and developed Albie, the award-winning British animated television show for children. Prior to his successful show, he spent several years writing television commercials. He still spends his time writing for grown-up companies but occasionally escapes to write children's books. He lives in Devon, England, with his wife, son, daughter, and dog.; Title: The Cow That Was the Best Moo-ther | [
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2,589 | 6 | “a winsome story of friendship--proceeds thus, with a Snicketian 13 words in all. Snicket and Kalman are perfectly matched here, both revelers in life’s delicious details and things best left unexplained. This charming chef-d’oeuvre sings like a mezzo-soprano. ” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))“A book that pushes boundaries and demands such active participation on the part of both readers and listeners to connect language and images (and Kalman’s quirky artwork is a perfect fit, littered with fun details) is to be commended.” (ALA Booklist)This book contains the following words:ColorsHomeLittleSpiffyBoxMessIcingFriendChocolateTa-daBeautifulSwellExcitement; Title: 13 Words | [
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2,590 | 2 | Kindergarten-Grade 3—Nancy returns with all of the sophistication, aplomb, and humor she displayed in her previous books. She and her best friend, Bree, have created an exclusive club (they are the sole members) for their nature studies. The Explorers Extraordinaire have official membership certificates, a dress code, and, most importantly, a clubhouse. Their mission is to search for bugs, birds, and leaves in their backyards and record what they find in their notebooks. Back in their clubhouse, the explorers do additional research to learn more about their discoveries. When younger siblings ask to join the club, they are rejected for lack of maturity. After finding a baby bird that has fallen from his nest, the junior explorers are allowed to join. This slim title is packed with a lot of information about nature, but the vocabulary makes it too challenging for beginning readers. That aside, it is one of Nancy's most captivating adventures. The pages overflow with her personality and style. Text and illustrations pull together to show readers what a smart and complex character she is. A sure winner for eager young explorers.—Mary Hazelton, Elementary Schools in Warren & Waldoboro, ME Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.For the fanciest girl around, the outdoors are out of this world! Fancy Nancy and her best friend, Bree, set out to explore the fascinating world of wildflowers, trees, leaves, birds, and, of course, butterflies in their exclusively glamorous Explorers' Club. With recipes for pinecone bird feeders and extra-fancy lemonade, an official club bird, and an exclusive map of the territory, Fancy Nancy is one Explorer Extraordinaire!Take a look at Nancy's very own enlightening discoveries and find out just how fancy the outdoors can be!; Title: Fancy Nancy: Explorer Extraordinaire! | [
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2,591 | 2 | Gr 4-8–In previous entries, 12-year-old Troy White parlayed his remarkable play-predicting ability into a high-paying job with his beloved Atlanta Falcons and led his youth league team to a state championship. As Big Time opens, Troy's biological father, Drew Edinger, makes a plea to be allowed to become part of his son's life and to represent him in negotiations with other NFL teams. It soon appears that Drew's interest is mainly financial, however. It also becomes evident that he is connected to some shady characters. Troy is ambivalent about his involvement with his father as his attraction to the lifestyle Drew offers creates tension in his relationship with his sensible mother. When federal officials reveal to Troy the extent of Edinger's criminal activities, the boy agrees to help nab his father's associates. Drew will also be caught in the web, but the agents offer Troy the possibility of a lighter prison sentence for his father in return for the boy's cooperation. Edinger escapes capture, but materializes briefly in a cliff-hanger ending after a game in which Troy quarterbacks his Georgia all-star team to victory over Florida. The story moves along at a brisk clip, the language is straightforward and accessible, and the issues raised are likely to engage readers. Yet even the least sophisticated members of the target audience may find it difficult to accept a scenario in which a 12-year-old garners a $15-million pro football contract and assumes a lead role in a federal sting operation.Richard Luzer, Fair Haven Union High School, VT© Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Tim Green, for many years a star defensive end with the Atlanta Falcons, is a man of many talents. He's the author of such gripping books for adults as the New York Times bestselling The Dark Side of the Game and American Outrage. Tim graduated covaledictorian from Syracuse University and was a first-round draft pick. He later earned his law degree with honors, and he has also worked as an NFL commentator for FOX Sports and NPR.His first book for young readers, Football Genius, inspired in part by his players and his own kids, became a New York Times bestseller and was followed by Football Hero, Football Champ, The Big Time, and Deep Zone. He drew on his experiences playing and coaching Little League for Rivals and Pinch Hit and two more New York Times bestsellers: Baseball Great and Best of the Best.Bestselling author Jon Scieszka called Tim Green's Unstoppable, a book about a boy's struggle with cancer that debuted at #2 on the New York Times bestseller list, "Absolutely heroic. And something every guy should read."Tim Green lives with his wife, Illyssa, and their five children in upstate New York.; Title: The Big Time (Football Genius) | [
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2,592 | 2 | K-Gr 3Coln's bright mixed-media illustrations are the highlight of Dorros's tale of a boy and his "abuelo gaucho" as they ride across what appears to be the pampas of Argentina. The dynamic interaction between the man and his grandchild is affectionately portrayed. Under the grandfather's gentle tutelage, the torch is passed from one generation to another as the child learns to apply valuable lessons to everyday lifesuch as standing firm when faced with a bully. Whereas the intention of enriching the story with a sprinkling of Spanish vocabulary is laudable, the placement of the words and the subsequent definitions are jarring in places and distance readers from the story: "We rode into the clouds/with the sky, 'el cielo,'/wrapped around us." Also, the prose fluctuates from poetic to flat description: "At night, we could see forever" and "I talked with Abuelo, and we visited." In the end, the boy moves to the city, leaving his abuelo behind. That's when he truly understands and appreciates his grandfather's gifts of love and wisdom. All in all, this is a beautifullyillustrated, sweet story.Mary Margaret Mercado, Pima County Public LibraryA young boy recounts his joy spending time with his abuelo (grandfather) as the two ride horseback, camp out, get lost, and confront a mountain lion. When I was little, / Abuelo and I would ride / with the wind, el viento, / washing our faces. / We could ride anywhere. Later, when the boys family moves to the city, the memories of Abuelo and la pampa (the plains) help him adjust to his new urban surroundings: Little by little, I began to know the city. / It was wide in different ways, like La Pampa. / I talked with Abuelo, and we visited. / Now, even when I cannot see Abuelo, / he always rides with me. Dorros seamlessly incorporates Spanish into his lyrical text, allowing listeners to naturally absorb this vocabulary. Colns mixed-media artwork beautifully complements Dorros prose. His luminous landscapes and numerous setting details bring this Argentinian vista to life. Perfect for a grandparent-themed story hour. Preschool-Grade 3. --Kay Weisman; Title: Abuelo | [
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2,593 | 2 | Gr 2-4NFL Quarterback Smith and author Kingsbury cowrote this semiautobiographical picture book about the sports star's path to success. The story tracks friends Alex and Bobby, who follow Alex's grandfather's advice to Go ahead and dream. It takes readers from the boys' elementary school days to their later successes as an NFL football player and a pilot. The message is hard to miss, with the stock character of the grandfather repeating his mantra every few pages. The illustrations have a too-perfect plastic quality and depict Alex's stable nuclear family complete with a mother in a dress serving pie to her Caucasian family while Bobby is described as a foster child and is illustrated as a brown person of ambiguous ethnicity. While this story may appeal to voracious football fans, the book does little to bring new light to the tired trope of follow your dreams.Nora Clancy, Teachers College Community School, New York City(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.This fictionalized story about the childhood of NFL quarterback Alex Smith is used as an example of how to persevere and realize ones aspirations. Alex and his best friend, Bobby, have seemingly impossible dreamsAlex hopes to be a football player and Bobby wants to be an airplane pilot. The problems: Alex is lousy at sports and Bobby, a foster child, has many issues that could jeopardize his future. The short narrative spotlights several instances in the boys adolescences when they become discouraged by their shortcomings. But each time, Alexs grandpa cheers them on with a song about working hard, believing, and not giving up. The final scenes are of the boys as successful adults: Alex playing for the San Francisco 49ers and Bobby piloting a commercial airliner. Although the realistically styled illustrations are not dynamic and portray characters that appear way too perfect, they do competently capture crucial moments, giving snapshots of the action as it unfolds in the text. Corny? Definitely, but useful where simple stories are needed to provide encouragement. Grades 2-4. --Randall Enos; Title: Go Ahead and Dream | [
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2,594 | 2 | Grade 3–6—Using several figures from Norse mythology, Gaiman has written a thoughtful and quietly humorous fantasy that younger Percy Jackson fans will enjoy. Twelve-year-old Odd hasn't had a good couple of years: his father died rescuing a pony that fell overboard during a Viking raid, his leg was crippled during a tree-felling accident, and his mother married a man he dislikes. So, in the midst of what should be spring ("Winter hung in there, like an invalid refusing to die"), he sets out for a cabin in the wilderness, figuring that anything will be better than home. Soon after arriving, a fox leads him to an enormous bear whose paw is caught in a tree; a large eagle circles overhead. Odd shows kindness and bravery when helping the bear, learning afterward that these three animals are gods who have been transformed by the Frost Giant. Odd is determined to help them, and his ultimate encounter with the Frost Giant is especially interesting, tweaking the tradition of small boys getting the better of giants. Readers will also enjoy Odd's interaction with the animals, Gaiman's simple and graceful writing, and the satisfying conclusion.—Lauralyn Persson, Wilmette Public Library, IL ENDIn this inventive, short, yet perfectly formed novel inspired by traditional Norse mythology, Neil Gaiman takes readers on a wild and magical trip to the land of giants and gods and back.In a village in ancient Norway lives a boy named Odd, and he's had some very bad luck: His father perished in a Viking expedition; a tree fell on and shattered his leg; the endless freezing winter is making villagers dangerously grumpy.Out in the forest Odd encounters a bear, a fox, and an eagle—three creatures with a strange story to tell.Now Odd is forced on a stranger journey than he had imagined—a journey to save Asgard, city of the gods, from the Frost Giants who have invaded it.It's going to take a very special kind of twelve-year-old boy to outwit the Frost Giants, restore peace to the city of gods, and end the long winter.Someone cheerful and infuriating and clever . . .Someone just like Odd .; Title: Odd and the Frost Giants | [
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2,595 | 2 | Tim Green, for many years a star defensive end with the Atlanta Falcons, is a man of many talents. He's the author of such gripping books for adults as the New York Times bestselling The Dark Side of the Game and American Outrage. Tim graduated covaledictorian from Syracuse University and was a first-round draft pick. He later earned his law degree with honors, and he has also worked as an NFL commentator for FOX Sports and NPR.His first book for young readers, Football Genius, inspired in part by his players and his own kids, became a New York Times bestseller and was followed by Football Hero, Football Champ, The Big Time, and Deep Zone. He drew on his experiences playing and coaching Little League for Rivals and Pinch Hit and two more New York Times bestsellers: Baseball Great and Best of the Best.Bestselling author Jon Scieszka called Tim Green's Unstoppable, a book about a boy's struggle with cancer that debuted at #2 on the New York Times bestseller list, "Absolutely heroic. And something every guy should read."Tim Green lives with his wife, Illyssa, and their five children in upstate New York.; Title: Best of the Best (Baseball Great) | [
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2,596 | 2 | Peter H. Reynolds is the award-winning author and illustrator of The Dot, Ish, and The North Star. He also illustrated the bestselling Someday by Alison McGhee, Tess’s Tree by Jess M. Brallier, and the bestselling Judy Moody series by Megan McDonald. Peter is the founder of FableVision, a transmedia learning company, creating animated films, books, and software. He lives in Dedham, Massachusetts.; Title: Tess's Tree | [
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2,597 | 2 | Starred Review. Introduced in Fletcher and the Falling Leaves, the cute little fox Fletcher now discovers spring. Seeing blossoms swirling through the air—Beeke renders them as a flurry of white smudges—Fletcher becomes convinced that the snow has returned. Feeling bouncy [and] full-of-importance, he sounds the alarm to his forest comrades, who are not a little peeved when they realize Fletcher's mistake. All is quickly forgiven as they revel in the glories of the season: The animals scooped up pawfuls and clawfuls of blossoms from the ground, and covered him in a tickly shower of fluttering white petals! The distinctly British lilt of Rawlinson's prose should prove captivating for preschoolers. But it's Beeke who gives this book its reason for being. Working in her signature naïf style, she gives each character a vivid personality (the steadfast porcupine and slacker rabbits are particularly memorable) and conjures up an irresistible forest: bathed in warm greens and yellows, punctuated with impish bursts of color, and just imposing enough to be a suitable setting for adventure. Ages 3–7. (Feb.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.With delicate Impressionistic watercolors and clear, simple words, the team that did Fletcher and the Falling Leaves (2006) tells another changing-seasons story about a surprising transformation in the woods that confuses the little fox Fletcher. This time he sees snowflakes, and, full of self-importance, he rushes to warn his animal friends that winter is not over and they must not leave their shelters or come out of hibernation. But, in fact, the flakes are blossoms. Preschoolers will love being in on the joke, even as they marvel at the bright petals that herald the astonishing beauty of spring. Preschool-Grade 2. --Hazel Rochman; Title: Fletcher and the Springtime Blossoms | [
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2,598 | 1 | Ravenpaw has settled into life on the farm, away from the forest and Tigerstar's evil eye. He knows that leaving the warrior clans was the right choice, and he appreciates his quiet days and peaceful nights with his best friend, Barley. But when five rogue cats from Twolegplace come to the barn seeking shelter, Ravenpaw's new life is threatened. He and Barley must try to find a way to overpower the rogues—before they lose their home for good.Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of animals and a fascination with the ferocity of the natural world. As well as having great respect for nature in all its forms, Erin enjoys creating rich, mythical explanations for animal behavior. She is the author of the Warriors, Seekers, Survivors, and Bravelands series. She lives in the UK. Visit her online at www.warriorcats.com.; Title: Warriors: Ravenpaw's Path #1: Shattered Peace | [
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2,599 | 2 | D. J. Ward is a high school science teacher who also writes science books for children. His titles include Exploring Mars, Materials Science, and, in the Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science series, How a City Works and What Happens to Our Trash? He lives in Castle Rock, Colorado.; Title: What Happens to Our Trash? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) | [
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